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Sunday Daisha Time

I was watching food network today and this clearly means I'm about to post something that is out of the world and become a little bit of a thief. I usually make the food and then add a little "Daisha's" personal touch. I'm really exciting to share. My best even watched it and her and I together is crazy with the ideas (I knew this would be something she would like too.... Hope you enjoy. This is also cause I'm on a Soup Crave too..... Don't settle for anything less, use heavy cream and whole milk damn it... CHUNKY CHICKEN CHOWDER YUM Ingredients 4 chicken thighs, bone in, skin removed Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 large Vidalia or sweet onion, chopped 10 to 12 thyme sprigs, in a bundle 2 bay leaves 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 4 cups chicken stock 2 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-sized cubes 8 ounces frozen white corn 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups milk 1 cup heavy cream...

Betty Crocker Hearty Chicken Pot Pie

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1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed 1 cup cut-up cooked chicken 1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup 1 cup Original Bisquick® mix 1/2 cup milk 1 egg Heat oven to 400ºF. Mix vegetables, chicken and soup in ungreased 2-quart casserole. Stir remaining ingredients in small bowl with fork until blended. Pour into casserole. Bake 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Curry-fied

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Ingredients Peanut or vegetable oil, for frying 1/4 cup cornstarch 3 large egg whites Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cups flaked coconut 1 1/2 pounds jumbo shrimp, peeled with tails on Red Curry Sauce , recipe follows 1 green onion, white and green part, chopped 1 handful fresh mint, hand-torn Directions Heat 3 inches of oil in a large deep skillet or heavy pot to 325 degrees F. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch, egg whites, salt, and pepper until foamy. Spread the coconut out in a pie dish. Dredge the shrimp with the cornstarch/egg white mixture and shake off any excess. Press the shrimp into the coconut flakes; turn shrimp over and press into coconut again to coat both sides. Deep-fry the shrimp in batches until the coconut is golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Using tongs or a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp to paper towels to drain. Arrange the shrimp on a platter, serve immediately with red curry sauce and garnish with green onion and mint. Red Curry Sauce 2 tab...

Los Angeles Trip

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I had a great week with friends in LA. I managed to not gain to much weight with all the tasty food. I ended up working out everyday and still come back with a food craving. I hope you enjoy these places. Los Angeles Trip Feb 4th – 7th Rutt's Hawaiian Cafe & Catering (no website), located on 12114 Washington Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90066 Started off my vacation with a little breakfast food, and anyone who knows me I have to have my breakfast in the morning or the day just doesn't seem the same. We decided lets go to a Hawaiian restraint where they have the best french toast (of coarse it is Hawaiian bread which is oh sooo sweet and good). We got an order or that and the tradition eggs, sprouts, Portuguese ham, ham, bacon (Hawaiian Royale)and sooo much more. This dish was flavorful, fulling, and would like to have this on an regular basis. Make sure you try it when your there. You want regret it. Culver City is where I spent most of my time, because this is where I stayed. It ...

Inside Out Burgers and Fries

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Great way to try a spin on the veggies and meat. 1pd Ground Sirloin 80-20% lean meat (makes about 3 juicy burgers or 5 small ones) ¼ cup green, red, and yellow pepper ¼ onions 1 clove garlic; chopped finely or ½ tablespoon of garlic powder 2 tablespoon or more of worshershire sauce 1 tablespoon of meat seasoning (burger seasoning) ½ cup cheese of choice (I like good old cheddar) Kick it up a notch; hot sauce or chili powder: 1 teaspoon please or maybe tablespoon (I forgot, but who cares add away) Sauté the veggies a little bit on the grill or the pan with olive oil. Let cool. Add sauce and powders to the meat. Mix the meat and veggies then form into a patty of choice. Cook until a line of pink or well done. Add lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions if you like. If you enjoy this basic one add a twist. I enjoy feta and bacon in the burger for variety. Honestly this recipe is Rachael Rays I stole from her book and re made it the way I like it. Therefore, its MINE now J I love this recipe, b...

Garlic Spinach Pasta

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1 box of rice a roni (its noodles), olive oil garlic pasta 1 boneless chicken breast; flattened; diced 1 small tomato 1 hand full spinach 1 garlic clove 1 ½ cup water; add up until ½ cup if needed Cook rice a roni (its thin pasta) as box suggest. In a med pan add a drizzle of olive oil spinach, garlic, onions until spinach is wilted. Remove to cool a bit. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and no pink. Combine pasta, chicken, veggies to one pan then add tomatoes, when done they will be little raisin looking. Once the pasta has absorbed the water and its mixed well taste. Let sit to mix well together. So simple and delicious.

Tasty Easy Dressing

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Here’s the recipe from the Potluck at my work. SOOOOO delicious. ½ Garlic coves 3 tablespoon Olive oil 2 tablespoon Seasoned rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon soy sauce