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Category Archives: Penny Pinchin’ Picks

Easy Shrimp Scampi

PrintEasy Shrimp Scampi Ingredients1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 3 tbsp butter 1/4 cup grapeseed oil (or substitute olive oil) 1/3 cup white wine 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/2 pound dry pasta InstructionsPrepare pasta according to package directions. Melt half the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add […]

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Grilling the Perfect Steak

I’m going to depart from my usual straight-forward recipe this week and create more of a “how-to” lesson. With Father’s Day just around the corner, you might be thinking about grilling steak for dinner. Follow a few simple steps, and you will get a great-tasting steak. First, splurge on good-quality meat. This is the time […]

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Crispy Parmesan Chicken Tenders

PrintCrispy Parmesan Chicken Tenders Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 35 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients1 pound chicken breast tenderloins 1 egg, beaten 1 Tbsp water 1 clove minced garlic 1/2 cup crushed whole wheat or bran cereal 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning pan coating spray 1 1/2 […]

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Grilled Rosemary Chicken with Raspberry Sauce

PrintGrilled Rosemary Chicken with Raspberry Sauce Ingredients 4 each boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 tsp dried rosemary 1/4 tsp each sea salt and pepper 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 2 Tbsp butter 1/4 cup finely chopped sweet onion 1/2 cup chicken stock, divided 1 tsp arrowroot 1 pint raspberries InstructionsPlace chicken breasts on a cutting board […]

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Grilled Lemon Chicken

PrintGrilled Lemon Chicken Ingredients3 pounds chicken 1/2 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup chopped sweet onion 2 cloves minced garlic 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 1/2 tsp. dried oregano sea salt & pepper to tasteInstructionsWhisk together all of the ingredients except the chicken. Reserve 1/3 cup of the marinade for basting. Place the […]

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Grilled Salmon with Dill Cream Sauce

PrintGrilled Salmon with Dill Cream Sauce Ingredients1 pound salmon fillets, cut into 4 pieces sea salt & pepper to taste 2 Tbsp olive oil 1/2 cup milk 4 oz. cream cheese, cut into cubes 2 tsp. dried dill 1 Tbsp. fresh parsley , finely choppedInstructionsBrush salmon fillets with olive oil and season with sea salt […]

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Shredded Southwest Chicken

PrintShredded Southwest Chicken Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 8 hoursTotal Time: 8 hours, 15 minutes Yield: 4 serviings Ingredients1/2 cup chicken broth 1 cup chopped onion 2 cloves minced garlic 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 1 tsp. dried oregano 1 tsp. cumin 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped (optional) 8 flour tortillas or large […]

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Chicken Tandoori

PrintChicken Tandoori Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 12 minutesTotal Time: 32 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 2 Tbsp. yogurt, plain 1 Tbsp. canola oil 1/2 cup chopped red onion 3 cloves garlic 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh ginger 4 tsp. tomato paste 2 tsp. coriander 1 […]

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Blackened Chicken Breasts with Mango Salsa

PrintBlackened Chicken Breasts Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutes Yield: 4-6 servings Ingredients1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 Tbsp steak seasoning 1 Tbsp olive or grapeseed oil 1 cup diced mango 1 ripe avocado, diced 2 Tbsp chopped green onion 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup chopped […]

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Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef

PrintAuto Draft Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 8 hours, 15 minutesTotal Time: 8 hours, 25 minutes Yield: 8 servings You can use a less expensive cut of meat for this recipe; the slow cooking will make it nice and tender by the time you’re ready to serve it. The chipotle will give the beef a […]

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