Archives for June, 2008

Grilled Citrus Sirloin

Ingredients:

1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons steak seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
4 1 1/2 lb sirloin steaks, trimmed

Instructions:

Place the orange juice, lime juice and vegetable oil in a large zip lock bag. In a small bowl combine the steak seasoning, oregano and cumin. Rub seasoning mixture on both side of the steak. Any remaining seasoning can be added to the juice mixture in the zip lock bag. Place the steaks in the bag and seal. Refrigerate 1 hour. Be sure to turn the bag a few times to marinate all sides of the steaks well. Remove the steaks and discard the marinate. Heat grill to medium high. Grill steaks 6-8 minutes on each side or until desired doneness is reached. Can be served with some grilled lemon, lime or oranges slices as a garnish.

Summertime Grilled Porkchops

Ingredients:

1/4 cup orange juice
2 teaspoon chopped fresh mint
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 large peaches, peeled and cubed
1 cup fresh raspberries
6 (1 inch thick) boneless pork chops
1 tablespoon pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons salt
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons cayenne

Instructions:

Place the orange juice, mint, vinegar and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl. Stir well. Gently fold in the peaches. Cover and set aside until the chops are done. Place the pepper, paprika, sugar, salt, dry mustard and cayenne together in a small bowl. Be sure to mix together well so all the ingredients are combined. Rub mixture on both sides of the pork chops. Heat grill to medium heat temperature. Grill chops 7 minutes per side. Remove chops from grill. Add the raspberries to the peach mixture and stir well. Place a small amount of the peach mixture over the chops just before serving.

Grilled Vegetable Medley

Ingredients:

4 medium sized fresh beets
2 large red bell peppers
2 2mall zucchini
1 small eggplant
1 large red onion
1/4 cup canola oil
1 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions:

Whisk the oil and the balsamic vinegar together in a large bowl. Add the salt and pepper and whisk until completely combined. Cut the beets and onion into 1/2 inch rounds. Cut the peppers into 1 inch strips. Cut the zucchini and eggplant into 1 inch slices. Place all the cut vegetables into the oil mixture and toss to coat generously. Heat grill to medium high heat. Place vegetables on the grill and cover. Grill 5 to 7 minutes on each side or until vegetables reach desired tenderness. Serve hot.

Roasted Pecan Chicken Strips

Ingredients:

1 cup pecans, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon season salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 (6 ounce each) chicken breasts, cut in strips
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place the pecans in a shallow baking pan. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Place the butter into another shallow pan. Dip the chicken strips in the butter and then roll in the pecans. Be sure the chicken strips are completely covered. Line a cookie sheet with aluminum foil. Place the coated chicken strips in a single layer on the prepared cookie sheet. Bake 25 minutes.

Cheesy Buffalo Potato Bake

Ingredients:

4 baking potatoes
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
3/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon buffalo style hot sauce
1 (24 ounce) package grilled chicken breast strips, diced
1/4 cup buffalo style hot sauce
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Wash and prick the potatoes. Wrap tightly in aluminum foil. Place on a cookie sheet. Bake 1 hour. Potatoes should be tender. Remove foil and cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Spoon out the potato pulp being sure to leave the skins intact. Place the pulp in a large mixing bowl. Add 3/4 cup of cheese and sour cream to the pulp. Stir to combine. Add 1 tablespoon of buffalo sauce and mix well. Refill the potato skins. Top with the remaining cheese. Place on the cookie sheet and bake at same temperature for about 7 minutes. The cheese should be completely melted. Cook the chicken according to package directions. Once cooked add the butter, 1/4 cup of buffalo sauce and chili powder. Stir to coat the chicken. Add the chicken mixture to the top of the potatoes. Serve with toppings such as chopped green onions, sour cream, hot sauce or Cheddar cheese.