I’ve been struggling with chicken in the smoker. It’s very easy to overcook. Then I stumbled across this blog post and my problems were solved. Smoked Chicken Breasts 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless Olive oil Seasoning to taste Hickory wood Marinade chicken breasts 4 hours in olive oil and selected seasonings. Preheat smoker to […]
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Recipe | White Chocolate Coconut Cream Pie
This is amazing. And relatively low-cal, too. White Chocolate Coconut Cream Pie Found here 2 pkgs (small) white chocolate pudding mix 8 oz lite frozen whipped topping, thawed 1.5 c skim milk 1.25 c shredded coconut Graham cracker pie shell Combine pudding mix and milk until pudding is thick. Stir in half of the whipped […]
Recipe | Smoked Lobster
Because when lobster tails are on sale and you have a smoker, why wouldn’t you? Smoked Lobster Lobster tails Crushed garlic Butter Preheat smoker to 225F. To prepare the lobster tails, cut the spine (the top of the shell) using kitchen shears all the way to the base of the lobster tail. This allows the […]
Recipe | Smoked Bacon
This was an instant classic. Smoked Bacon Your favorite bacon Heavy smoke wood chips – oak or hickory Heat smoker to 225F. Add bacon slices, then wood chips. Smoke for 1-1.25 hours.
Recipe | Strawberry Icebox Pie
This is perfect for busy days, warm days and I just really want a low-cal dessert days. Strawberry Icebox Pie Found here 2/3 c boiling water 1 3-oz package JELL-O Strawberry Flavor 1 c ice cold water 1 8-oz tub Cool Whip 1 graham cracker crumb crust Dissolve jello in boiling water. Add cold water […]
Recipe | Chicken & Waffle Sliders
So simple. So retro. So good! Chicken and Waffle Sliders Discovered here Eggo mini-waffles Chicken nuggets Maple syrup Toothpicks Cook nuggets according to packet instructions. Sandwich between two toasted mini-waffles. Secure with toothpick. Serve with warm maple syrup. ** Note – the waffles will get soggy, so don’t make this too far in advance of […]
Recipe | Sweet-Tangy Cocktail Meatballs
While I was buying ingredients to make this, I ran into another woman buying ingredients to make this. It’s officially a universally-popular cocktail meatball recipe. Sweet-Tangy Cocktail Meatballs Found here Frozen meatballs, 64 piece package 16 oz grape jelly 12 oz cocktail sauce Heat jelly and cocktail sauce until smooth. Pour into crockpot with meatballs. […]
Recipe | Mini-Smores
These treats are quick to make and deliver big on the surprise-and-delight front. A perfect party snack! Mini-Smores Inspired here Mini Fudge-Striped cookies Mini marshmallows Toothpicks Sandwich a mini marshmallow between two mini Fudge-Striped cookies (look for these in the snack aisle). Secure with a toothpick.
Recipe | Green Chile Chicken
This was SOOOOO easy and tasty! I love my crock pot. Green Chile Chicken Found here Season 6 to 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Arrange in a single layer in the slow cooker. Add an 8-ounce jar or packet of green chile enchilada sauce (like Frontera Grill). Cook on LOW 2 […]
Recipe | Crockpot Thai Tofu
This is soooo easy that you’ll do yourself a disservice if you don’t give it a try for a quick meal. Crockpot Thai Tofu 1 pkg extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed 1 jar Thai peanut sauce (12 oz) Cut tofu into 1 inch chunks. Top with sauce. Cook in crockpot on low 4-5 hours. Serve with rice.