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Saturday, May 10, 2025

Teriyaki Steak

 Teriyaki Steak 

Skirt steak comes from the short plate. It comes in a long, thin strip or 'skirt'. Sometimes it's hard to find, so if you don't see it out with the other meats, ask your butcher.

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INGREDIENTS 

2 pounds beef skirt steak 

4 cloves garlic, minced 

2 cups teriyaki sauce 


Homemade Teriyaki Sauce


The bottles you buy have SO much sugar, just make it at home

Details

Cooking Time: 5

Recipes Makes: 12

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups cold water

3/4 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 cup soy sauce

1 teaspoon garlic powder (or granulated garlic)

3 tablespoons cornstarch

1 teaspoon sesame oil

Directions to make the sauce

Mix all 6 ingredients together in a saucepan and then put over medium heat on the stove.

Whisk it continually and don’t turn your back on it. The color will change and darken as the sauce begins

to thicken. Once it has thickened, take it off the heat.

It keeps very well in the fridge.

DIRECTIONS

Cut the skirt steak into individual strips for serving. Add the garlic to the teriyaki sauce. In a re-sealable plastic bag, combine the steak and the sauce. Seal tightly and refrigerate to marinate overnight. 

Preheat oven to broil OR preheat a barbecue grill. 

When oven OR grill is ready, remove meat from bag and discard remaining marinade. Place meat on a broiler pan for the oven OR directly on the grill for the barbecue. Cook for about 5 minutes per side, or to desired doneness. 


Pineapple Banana Bread

                                   Pineapple Banana Bread                       


This bread is full of flavor, bananas, pineapple, coconut, a touch of cinnamon and oh so heavenly. So good for you. Easy to make and makes people happy. 
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Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups sugar

1 tsp salt

1 tsp cinnamon

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

3 large eggs, room temperature

1-1/4 cups canola oil

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained

2 cups mashed ripe bananas (4 to 5 medium)

1/4 cup coconut

Chopped walnuts, optional

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, baking soda and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil and vanilla; add pineapple and bananas. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. If desired, stir in walnuts. Pour into 2 greased 9x5-in. loaf pans.

Bake until a toothpick comes out clean, 60-65 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 193 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 120mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Italian Sausage Meatloaf

 Garlic Parmesan Chicken Italian Sausage Meatloaf



Savory Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Italian Sausage makes a DELICIOUS Meatloaf with a Crispy Crust






Ingredients:

1 ½ lbs ground chicken

1/2 lb ground Italian sausage

¾ cup seasoned breadcrumbs

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 large eggs

4 cloves garlic, minced

½ yellow onion, finely chopped

¼ cup milk

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional for topping)

1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)

How to make it:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray with pam in  a loaf pan.

In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic, onion, milk, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined—do not overmix.

Shape the mixture into a loaf shape and place it on the prepared baking sheet or into the loaf pan.

If desired, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top and gently press it into the loaf.

Brush the top of the meatloaf with olive oil to help create a golden crust.

Bake for 45–50 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Let the meatloaf rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with a side of mashed potatoes, veggies, or a fresh salad.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 50 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour

Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 6 servings