I was so excited when I found out that this week’s side dish in class was risotto. It’s hands down my favorite rice dish and it’s surprisingly easy to make! My chef instructor gave us a lot of rein to customize the dishes and I ran with it! I was shocked at how well itContinue reading “Butternut Squash & Carrot Risotto”
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Chicken & Pepperoni Pasta Salad
Sometimes all you need is a big bowl of Italian pasta salad. It’s such an awesome way of using up the extra odds and ends in the kitchen. I had extra pasta, chicken and pepperoni that needed to be eaten so in they went! 4 ½ cups Pasta; cooked ½ cup Black Olives; sliced ½Continue reading “Chicken & Pepperoni Pasta Salad”
Ham & Gravy Potatoes Au Gratin
I had a lot of gravy leftover from dinner the other night and I wondered how it would go if I used it instead of the white sauce in potatoes au gratin. It was a hit! Any gravy will work, but this time I used roast chicken gravy. 2 lbs Potatoes; peeled & thinly sliced ¼Continue reading “Ham & Gravy Potatoes Au Gratin”
Irish Colcannon
This is a St. Patrick’s Day staple! It’s hearty, quick and so easy! You can substitute collard greens or any other green leafy vegetable you like. I prefer cabbage and leeks because of their toothy texture once sautéed. 2 lbs Russet Potatoes; peeled and cubed ½ cup Onion; sliced 2 cloves Garlic; Sliced 2 cupsContinue reading “Irish Colcannon”
Spicy Thai Peanut Lo Mein
Spicy Thai Peanut Lo Mein is one of my favorite side dishes! Pasta + Satay = Yes, please! It’s rich, creamy, pasta-y and delicious! You can add whatever vegetables you like best, but I love cabbage, onion and zucchini. 16 oz. Thin Spaghetti 1 cup Onion; chopped 2 cups Cabbage; shredded 1 cup Zucchini; choppedContinue reading “Spicy Thai Peanut Lo Mein”
Lemon Dill Crab Cakes
I needed to harvest more dill and crab cakes sounded really tasty. Quick, easy and delicious! Served with some brown butter pasta and sautéed asparagus. Crab Cakes: ½ lb Crab Meat 1 large Egg ½ cup Bell Pepper; minced ½ cup Onion; minced ½ cup Zucchini; minced ½ cup Breadcrumbs 1 Tablespoon Fresh Dill; choppedContinue reading “Lemon Dill Crab Cakes”
Weeknight Biryani Rice
I love biryani rice because it’s jam packed with flavor! I didn’t have time today for the more traditional version, so I took a few shortcuts. Namely using ground, dried herbs. The flavor wasn’t lacking (even though I had to omit some spices) and the husband absolutely love it! It’s definitely not a traditional biryani,Continue reading “Weeknight Biryani Rice”
Chicken Fried Rice
I love love LOVE Fried Rice! It’s so versatile, easy to make and delicious! It’s a great way to use up old rice, cooked chicken, pork, beef and vegetables. 4 cups Leftover Rice 2 cups Cooked Chicken; chopped 2 Tablespoons Sesame Oil 1 cup Celery; chopped 1 cup Onion; chopped 1 cup Carrots; chopped 1Continue reading “Chicken Fried Rice”
Everything Bagel Deviled Eggs
Is it really a cookout if there aren’t deviled eggs? They’re one of my favorite things to bring to potlucks and they don’t stick around long. I used the base for my Bloomin’ Onion Deviled Eggs and just topped it with homemade Everything Bagel Seasoning instead of French fried onions. They were so tangy andContinue reading “Everything Bagel Deviled Eggs”
Smoky Tuna Lettuce Wraps
Light and fresh dinner tonight! Smoky Tuna Lettuce Wraps, Everything Bagel Deviled Eggs, Sriracha Radishes and some delicious cherries. It’s so easy to make, filling and easy on the waistline! 15 oz. Canned Tuna; drained ¼ cup Celery; chopped ¼ cup Red Onion; chopped ¼ cup Tomato; cored & chopped 2 Tablespoons Bacon Crumbles ⅓ cupContinue reading “Smoky Tuna Lettuce Wraps”
Ash's In The Kitchen 