Showing posts with label vegetable recipes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label vegetable recipes. Show all posts

Sunday, October 26, 2014

Classic Red Potato Salad with Lobster

Classic Red Potato Salad with Lobster


"Classic Red Potato Salad with Lobster" is seriously the best lobster salad you will ever have. If you are afraid the tarragon might be too strong and overpower the lobster, it doesn't.


Ingredients

5 to 6 medium russet potatoes peeled; cut into 3/4-inch chunks
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
2 cup lobster meat; cooked, removed from shell, and cut into 1/4-inch chunks
1 cup Hellmann’s mayonnaise
1/4 cup Crème Fraiche
1 Tablespoon French’s mustard
1 cup thinly diced celery
1/2 cup diced scallions
1 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 Tablespoons truffle oil or extra virgin olive oil
1 Tablespoons chopped tarragon
2 Tablespoons chopped parsley
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Cover potatoes with water in 4-quart saucepot; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.

Drain and cool slightly.

Whisk together mayonnaise, oil, salt, pepper, vinegar, tarragon, mustard, and Crème Fraiche in a large bowl.

Add potatoes, celery, scallions, lobster meat and eggs gently toss.

Serve chilled.



Saturday, October 25, 2014

Garlic Grilled Corn

Corn

A fast and delicious fresh treat and a favorite for everyone is Garlic Grilled Corn.



Ingredients

12 ears corn, husked and cleaned
12 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup garlic powder

Directions



Preheat grill for medium heat, or preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Place each ear of corn on a separate square of aluminum foil.

Place 1 tablespoon of butter on each one, and sprinkle with garlic powder.

Wrap ears tightly with the foil.

Place ears of corn on the grill or in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, turning over occasionally.





"Fried Okra

Okra

This "Fried Okra" recipe taste delicious and the okra is tender. It is better than what you would get at Cracker Barrel!


Ingredients

1/2 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds fresh okra, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1/2 cup buttermilk
6 cups oil, for frying

Directions


Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven to 350 degrees F.

In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and cayenne pepper.

Dip okra in buttermilk and then dredge in cornmeal-flour mixture to coat well.

Carefully add okra to the hot oil and cook until golden brown.

Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and then serve immediately.




Thursday, October 23, 2014

Classic Bacon-Ranch Potato Salad

Classic Bacon-Ranch Potato Salad


"Classic Bacon-Ranch Potato Salad" is delicious. My kids loved this recipe and so did my spouse.  it It was a big hit when I brought it to a family BBQ as well!


Ingredients

5 to 6 medium russet potatoes peeled; cut into ¾ inch chunks
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
3/4 cup real bacon bits
1 cup Hellmann’s mayonnaise
1/2 cup Kraft Ranch Dressing
1 cup thinly diced celery
1/2 cup chopped scallions
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Cover potatoes with water in 4-quart saucepot; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.

Drain and cool slightly.

Gently toss potatoes, mayonnaise, ranch, bacon, celery, scallions, salt, pepper and eggs.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.







Chipotle Ranch Potato Salad


This "Chipotle Ranch Potato Salad" will add a smoky flavor while the ranch dressing adds a touch of country to the dish. A delicious change of pace from the usual potato salad.

Ingredients

5 to 6 medium russet potatoes peeled; cut into ¾ inch chunks
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 cup Hellmann’s mayonnaise
1/2 cup Kraft Ranch Dressing
1 cup thinly diced celery
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup chopped scallions
2 1/2 Tablespoons chipotle hot sauce
2 teaspoons orange zest
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
bacon, cooked and chopped
chives, chopped

Directions

Put potatoes in a large pot and fill with cold water.

Cover potatoes with water in 4-quart saucepot; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.

Drain and cool slightly.

Gently toss potatoes, mayonnaise, ranch, bacon, celery, scallions, salt, pepper and eggs.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Top with bacon and chives.