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Lemon-Chive Lobster Salad Plates

Lemon-Chive Lobster Salad Plates

Lemon-Chive Lobster Salad Plates are one of our favorite summer dinners. I love this recipe for several reasons. First of all, I love that I can make this meal in just fifteen minutes. Secondly, I love that this can be made up to a day 

Cannoli French Toast Topped with Mini Cannoli

Cannoli French Toast Topped with Mini Cannoli

Cannoli French Toast Topped with Mini Cannoli are one of our favorite summer breakfasts. To start, I bake up a homemade challah. Below, I’ve attached my recipe. Next, I stir together a sweet and creamy cannoli filling. After that, I make a quick Chocolate Syrup. 

Rosemary Steak and Burrata Salad Bowls

Rosemary Steak and Burrata Salad Bowls

Rosemary Steak and Burrata Salad Bowls are one of our favorite summer dinners. To start these bowls, I place some baby arugula in the bottom of each bowl. Next, I add roasted baby potatoes, rosemary skirt steak, and creamy Burrata cheese. Also, I add red onions, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and a Roasted Pepper Aioli. If you prefer a meatless bowl, just leave out the steak. Or, you could swap the steak for some grilled chicken.

The Equipment I Used

  • A Food Processor- Use this to make the Roasted Pepper Aioli. You could also use a blender, or just finely mince the pepper by hand.
  • A Cast Iron Skillet- This is my favorite skillet for searing steak. You could also use a grill pan.
  • A Salad Spinner- I used this to dry my arugula.

The Ingredients Needed for Rosemary Steak and Burrata Salad Bowls

  • Potatoes- In this recipe, I use baby red potatoes. You could also use large red potatoes, and just cut them in one inch chunks.
  • Fresh Herbs- If you can use fresh rosemary to season the steak, and fresh oregano to season the potatoes.
  • Burrata Cheese- You could also use fresh mozzarella cheese, if you prefer.
  • Olives- I used Kalamata olives. Just make sure all the pits are removed.
  • Cucumbers- For this salad I used English cucumbers.
  • Sriracha- I added this to our aioli for some added kick.

How I Made my Steak Bowls

  • First, I roasted my potatoes and my pepper.
  • Next, while the potatoes and pepper roasted, I cooked the steak. To do this I started with a very hot cast iron skillet. When the skillet started to smoke, I added the steak. I seared it for about five minutes on each side. At this point the steak will be pretty rare. Since we like our steak pretty well done, I usually put the whole skillet in the oven for about ten minutes.
  • Then, I made the Red Pepper Aioli.
  • Finally, I added everything to the bowl and serve it up.

If you like big salads, you need to try this tender and tasty Rosemary Steak and Burrata Salad Bowl.

Rosemary Steak and Burrata Salad Bowls
Rosemary Steak and Burrata Salad Bowls
Rosemary Steak and Burrata Salad Bowl

Rosemary Steak and Burrata Salad Bowls

A big salad bowl full of rosemary seasoned steak, cherry tomatoes, roasted baby potatoes, cucumbers, red onions, Kalamata olives, and burrata cheese. All served on a bed of arugula and dressed with a Roasted Red Pepper Aioli.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 425 kcal

Equipment

  • Food processor

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups baby arugula
  • ½ cup sliced red onion
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • 4 small balls of Burrata cheese

For the Rosemary Steak:

  • 1 pound skirt steak
  • 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
  • â…› tsp. each kosher salt and black pepper
  • 1 tbsp. fresh rosemary
  • juice of one lemon

For the Roasted Red Pepper Aioli:

  • 1 red bell pepper
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp. sriracha

For the Roasted Baby Potatoes:

  • 1 pound baby red potatoes, halved
  • 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp. each kosher salt and black pepper
  • 1 tbsp. fresh oregano leaves

Instructions
 

  • Begin by roasting the potatoes and the red pepper ( for the aioli): Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Bake the red pepper on a foil lined sheet pan. In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with the rest of the ingredients and then bake them on a sheet pan. Bake both the pepper and the potatoes for thirty minutes.
  • While the potatoes and pepper bake, divide the arugula between four big bowls. Top each bowl with some cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, olives, and burrata.
  • Next, make steak. Heat a cast iron skillet, or grill pan, to high heat. Brush the steak with vegetable oil and sprinkle with the pepper, salt, and herbs. Cook on both sides until it's cooked to your desired doneness. We like our steaks fairly well done, so I usually cook them for about ten minutes in the pan, and another ten minutes in the oven. When the steaks are done, let them rest for five minutes. Then, slice them thinly.
  • While the steaks cook, make the Roasted Red Pepper Aioli: Remove the skin of the pepper. Discard the seeds and stem. Process all the ingredients in a food processor.
  • Finally, to the bowls add some potatoes, steak and aioli.

Nutrition

Calories: 425kcal
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Watermelon Feta and Arugula Salad

Watermelon Feta and Arugula Salad

Watermelon Feta and Arugula Salad is one of our favorite summer salads. On a hot August day, what could be better than a cold and refreshing salad? In addition, this is a great salad to make ahead of time. Just toss together the watermelon, strawberries, 

Strawberry Vanilla Cream Trifles Topped with Whipped Cream

Strawberry Vanilla Cream Trifles Topped with Whipped Cream

Strawberry Vanilla Cream Trifles Topped with Whipped Cream are the quintessential British summer dessert. And, they’re also one of the prettiest ways to end a meal. I start this dessert by baking a Hot Milk Sponge Cake. Next, I simmer up a vanilla cream. This 

Quick and Easy Blueberry Muffins

Quick and Easy Blueberry Muffins

Quick and Easy Blueberry Muffins are one of our favorite summer breakfasts. Also, they’re the perfect snack after a morning of swimming or tennis. I love these muffins for several reasons. First of all, I can mix these muffins up in less than fifteen minutes. Secondly, they really maximize the flavor of all the delicious summer blueberries. And, lastly, they’re flavored with lemon juice and lemon zest. This adds a really fantastic lemony aroma and flavor to the muffins.

The Equipment Needed

  • A Muffin Tin- You’ll need a 12 cup muffin tin for these muffins.
  • Cupcake Liners- Use these to prevent your muffins from sticking to the pan.
  • An Electric Mixer- This isn’t essential but I like to mix my batter with my KitchenAid mixer.
  • A Kitchen Scale- For perfect muffins every time, be sure and weigh your flour and sugar.
  • A Sifter- Be sure to sift together your dry ingredients.

The Ingredients Needed for Quick and Easy Blueberry Muffins

  • Blueberries- I used fresh blueberries. Be sure and remove the stems. Also, make sure to dry them really well and toss them in a tablespoon of flour.
  • Sugar- Be sure to use granulated sugar.
  • Flour- Use all purpose flour. I like the King Arthur brand.
  • Sour Cream- Make sure to use full fat sour cream.
  • Vanilla Extract- Use pure vanilla extract.
  • Lemon Juice- Be sure and use freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  • Butter- Make sure your butter is nice and soft. When pressed lightly with a finger, it should leave an indentation.

How I Made my Muffins

  • First, I creamed together my butter and sugar. With muffins, it’s important not to overmix the batter.
  • Next, I weighed and sifted the flour and other dry ingredients. I also stirred them into the butter mixture.
  • Then, I added in the rest of the ingredients, taking care not to overmix.
  • Finally, I filled the muffin cups and baked them for twenty minutes.

If you like blueberries, you need to try these scrumptious Quick and Easy Blueberry Muffins.

Quick and Easy Blueberry Muffins
Quick and Easy Blueberry Muffins
Quick and Easy Blueberry Muffins

Quick and Easy Blueberry Muffins

Lemon blueberry muffins, that are simple to make.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Bread
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins

Equipment

  • 12 cup muffin tin

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • 8 tbsp. softened butter (112g)
  • 2 tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp. grated lemon zest
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all purpose flour (240g)
  • 1 tsp. each baking powder and baking soda
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups blueberries, rinsed and dried
  • 2 tbsp. granulated sugar ( for sprinkling on tops)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar and then add the eggs one at a time.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and then stir them gently into the butter mixture. Mix until just combined, and then add in the sour cream, vanilla, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Do not overmix.
  • Toss the blueberries with a tablespoon of flour and then gently stir them into the batter.
  • Divide the batter between the muffin cups. Sprinkle the sugar over the top of each muffin.
  • Bake for twenty minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center come out free of batter.
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan on a wire rack for five minutes, and then out of the pan for 10 minutes.
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Chicken Fajitas with Salsa Verde and Avocado

Chicken Fajitas with Salsa Verde and Avocado

Chicken Fajitas with Salsa Verde and Avocado are one of our favorite summer meals. I love this meal for several reasons. First of all, the Salsa Verde adds so much incredible flavor to the fajitas. This is great, because chicken breast can sometimes be bland 

Easy Maple Blueberry Crème Brûlée

Easy Maple Blueberry Crème Brûlée

Easy Maple Blueberry Crème Brûlée is our new favorite summer dessert. For a long time, my kids ordered crème brûlée every time they saw it on a restaurant menu. On vacations, they would order it twice a day! Finally, I bought my own ramekins and 

New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp with Creamy Grits

New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp with Creamy Grits

New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp with Cheesy Grits is our new favorite shrimp dish. Recently, we traveled to Mississippi, where we saw this on almost every menu. We tried it, and fell in love with their rich, spicy flavor. Ever since that trip, I’ve been making these addictive shrimp at home. Along with the shrimp, I serve creamy grits. Because, while we were down South, my whole family became enamored with the rich and creamy white grits. While the shrimp can be pricey, the grits are certainly a bargain.

The Equipment I Used

  • 3 Pots- I used a three quart saucepan to make the shrimp stock. And, I used two small Le Creuset Dutch ovens to make the grits and the barbecue sauce.
  • A Large Skillet- You’ll need this for searing the shrimp.
  • A Sieve- Use this to strain your shrimp stock.
  • A Citrus Reamer- I used my Williams Sonoma Citrus Reamer to juice my lemons.

The Ingredients Needed for New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp

  • Gulf Shrimp- You’ll need a pound of gulf shrimp. You’ll need the peels to make a quick shrimp stock.
  • Milk- Be sure and use whole milk.
  • Grits- I used Bob’s Red Mill white corn grits.
  • Lemon Juice- Be sure and use freshly squeezed juice.
  • Hot Sauce- I used Frank’s Hot Sauce.
  • White Wine- Use a dry white wine.
  • Fresh Herbs- Fresh rosemary and thyme add so much great flavor.
  • Paprika, Onion Powder, and Oregano- These dried herbs also add so much flavor.

How I Made my Barbecue Shrimp

  • First, I made the shrimp stock. Be sure and keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t all boil away.
  • Next, I made the grits. You’ll want to stir them occasionally to make sure you don’t get lumps.
  • Then, I make the barbecue sauce. Take care not to burn your onion and garlic.
  • Next, I seared the shrimp and then simmered them in the barbecue sauce until they were just cooked through.
  • Finally, I served the shrimp over the grits.

If you’re a shrimp lover, you need to try these delicious New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp with Creamy Grits.

New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp with Creamy Grits
New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp with Creamy Grits
New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp

New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp with Creamy Grits

Shrimp cooked in a New Orleans style barbecue sauce, served with creamy grits.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Cajun
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup minced onion
  • 1 tbsp. minced garlic
  • 1 cup shrimp stock (ingredients below)
  • 1 tsp. each sweet paprika and onion powder
  • ½ tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp. each fresh thyme leaves and minced fresh rosemary
  • ¼ cup white wine
  • 2 tbsp. each Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp. hot sauce
  • 1 pound Gulf shrimp, deveined and peeled
  • 6 tsp. cold unsalted butter

For the Shrimp Stock:

  • peels from all the shrimp
  • 2 cups water

For the Creamy Grits:

  • 2 cups each whole milk and water
  • 1½ tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 cup white corn grits
  • 2 tbsp. butter

Instructions
 

  • Begin by making the Shrimp Stock: In a three quart saucepan, bring the water and shrimp peels to a boil. Boil for thirty minutes, skimming the foam as it forms. Make sure all the liquid doesn't boil away. You should have a cup of stock left at the end. Pour the stock through the sieve, to remove the peels.
  • While the stock cooks, start the grits. In a Dutch oven, bring the water, salt, and milk to an almost boil. Stir in the grits and cook over low heat for 15 minutes, whisking occasionally. Stir in the butter and keep warm.
  • Also, in a second Dutch oven, on low heat, cook the onion and garlic in one tablespoon of the olive oil. Cook until it's softened and then add all the spices and herbs, the wine, the Worcestershire, the lemon juice, the hot sauce, and shrimp stock. Simmer for ten minutes.
  • While the sauce is simmering, heat the last tablespoon of oil in a large skillet, and sear the shrimp on both sides. Add the sauce to the shrimp and simmer until they're just cooked through, about three minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the butter one teaspoon at a time. Don't add another teaspoon of butter until the last one is fully melted. Serve with the grits.
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Lobster Salad Topped Crostini with Lemon Aioli

Lobster Salad Topped Crostini with Lemon Aioli

Lobster Salad Topped Crostini with Lemon Aioli are one of our favorite summer appetizers. I love this appetizer for several reasons. First of all, I can make this dish in less than half an hour. That means, that I can whip this dish up very