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Recipe: Baja Fish Tacos
SUMMER RECIPE SERIES

Beat the heat with these light fish tacos. So flavorful you will forget about the heat of the summer sun and instead on the subtle heat on your tongue from these fresh ingredients.

Ingredients:

Fish Tacos
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 pounds fish fillets
cooking spray
lettuce, shredded
8 (6-inch) corn tortillas

Lime-Cilantro Crema
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
hot sauce, to taste

Pico de Gallo
1 1/2 cups seeded, diced tomatoes
1/4 cup diced red onion
1 tablespoon diced jalapenos
1 tablespoon minced garlic
juice from 2 limes
2 tablespoons cilantro
Salt and pepper

Preparation:
1) Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2) In a small bowl, combine the cumin, paprika, ground red pepper, salt, and garlic powder; sprinkle mixture evenly over both sides of the fish fillets. Place fish on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake for 9 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.

3) While fish is cooking, combine Lime-Cilantro Crema and Pico De Gallo ingredients in two separate small bowls; set aside.

4) Once the fish is done, place fillets into a bowl; break into pieces with a fork. Heat tortillas according to their package directions. Divide the fish evenly among tortillas; top each with desired amount of crema and pico de gallo.

( Image: KalynKitchen )

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07.05.13 12:00PM BRIGID

Categories: easy, lunch, main dish, quick, supper, summer

Haute Dogs
FOURTH OF JULY SPECIAL

Spice up the usual hot dog, Fourth of July fare with these easy to master topping combinations. Most of these can be found in the back of refrigerator. Follow these straight forward medleys and you will the toast of your Independence Day cook out.

Ingredients:

All beef hot dogs
Hot dog buns
Assorted toppings*

*See Topping Combinations

Preparation:

1) Place hot dogs into slow cooker, if cooking a large amount place them vertically so they can all fit.

2) Cover, and cook on low for 4 hours, or on high for about 2 hours. Check to make sure the hot dogs in the middle are fully hot before serving. Serve with tongs into buns and fix with desired Topping Combinations.

Your hot dogs can stay on the Warming setting for several hours, keeping them warm and ready for the duration of your party or get-together.

Topping Combinations:

1. Southwestern Hot Dog = Salsa + Tomato + Avocado
2. Backyard BBQ Hot Dog = Barbecue Sauce + French Fried Onions
3. Sweet & Salty Hot Dog = Corn + Crumbled Bacon + Ketchup
4. Neoclassical Chili Dog = Chili + White Cheddar Cheese
5. Pow! Right in the Kisser Hot Dog = Yellow Mustard + Sauerkraut

Related: Roasted Potato Salad

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06.28.13 12:00PM BRIGID

Categories: Fourth of July, lunch, easy, quick, slow cooker, main dish, supper, summer

Recipe: Roasted Potato Salad
FOURTH OF JULY SPECIAL

A fresh twist on an old picnic or cook out staple. You can pack this salad in a cooler to serve cold at a picnic or transfer it to a slow cooker to serve warm for a potluck.

Ingredients:

1/2 lb green beans, steamed
1 whole garlic
2 pounds red potatoes, quartered
2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into chunks
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation:

1) Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or seperate cloves). Cut top of garlic bulb. Place cut side up in a greased baking pan.

2) Add potatoes, red peppers, onions, and beans; pour chicken broth over top. Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes or until garlic is softened. Remove garlic; set aside. Bake vegetable for another 30 to 35 minutes or until tender. Let cool for 10 to 15 minutes.

3) Squeeze softened garlic into a bowl. Stir in the vinegar, oil, rosemary, and salt. Add vegetables; toss to coat. Serve as warm or cold.

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Related: Summer Salad with a Citrus Vinaigrette

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06.28.13 11:00AM BRIGID

Categories: Fourth of July, lunch, make ahead, roasting, salad, side dish, supper, summer

Recipe: Summer Salad with a Citrus Vinaigrette
SUMMER RECIPE SERIES

Start off summer with a refreshing salad with a light, homemade citrus vinaigrette. Bring a little summer in with you to work or share it with friends at a backyard cook out.

Ingredients:

Salad
2 small heads romaine lettuce, cut into bite size portions
1/2 to 1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 1/2 to 2 cups chopped tomatoes
3/4 cup sunflower seeds
1 cup Swiss cheese, grated
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
croutons

Citrus Vinaigrette
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon olive oil

Preparation:

1) In small bowl, whisk together all the Citrus Vinaigrette ingredients. Set aside or store in refrigerator.

When whisking vinegar and oil dressings combine all ingredients except oil in a small bowl. Slowly add the oil while mixing vigorously with a whisk.

2) Combine all salad ingredients except croutons in a large bowl.

3) When ready to serve, pour dressing over salad and toss. Sprinkle croutons over top.

( Image: KalynKitchen )

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06.21.13 12:00PM BRIGID

Categories: easy, lunch, main dish, quick, salad, side dish, supper, summer

Corned Beef & Cabbage with Potatoes and Carrots
CROCKPOT RECIPES

Ingredients:
3-4 lb corned beef brisket
1 bag of baby carrots
6 small red potatoes
1 head of cabbage
water

Preparation:
In a crock pot layer the bottom with your red potatoes and baby carrots. Place the brisket on top and sprinkle the included seasoning packet, Pour enough water to cover the brisket. Cook on LOW for 4 hours.

Cabbage Prep: Slice your head of cabbage into quarters big enough to eat.
After 4 hours take cabbage you have prepared and add it to the crockpot. Cook for an additional 3 hours.

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03.15.13 11:00AM BRIGID

Categories: main dish,easy,one-dish meal,side dish,slow cooker,st.patrick's day, supper