Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Desserts that are ready in just a couple of minutes

Without a doubt one the most popular postings on my blog has been the Brazilian Mousse De Maracuya recipe.

For all of you dessert lovers, I was able to find more easy and tasteful options that you can prepare in a couple of minutes.


Saturday, March 20, 2010

Tasty and Easy Chicken Marsala

Sometimes I find myself thinking of different ways on how to cook chicken. A different option to make it is with mushrooms and Marsala wine, the famous Italian meal Chicken Marsala.

I have tried this meal at different restaurants but I did not know how to make it. The good thing about it, is that this is an easy, elegant and exquisite dish that you can prepare for a special occasion or just if you want to surprise your family.

Ingredients
  • 2 skinless, boneless, chicken breasts
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour or corn starch for gluten-free
  • up to 1/2 cup olive or vegetable oil
  • 8 ounces container of mushroom, sliced and cleaned
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup sweet Marsala wine
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup sherry or dry white wine
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • Garnish with chopped parsley or oregano

Directions:

Split each chicken breast in the middle to make 2 pieces. Place plastic wrap over them and pound each one flat using a meat tenderizer/mallet until they are about a quarter inch thick. Season a good amount of salt and pepper on both sides of each piece. Place some flour on a plate and dredge each piece of chicken in it.

Heat the oil over medium-high heat and when the oil is hot fry each piece of chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown (this may require you to do this in 2 batches). Remove chicken and place them on your serving platter covering them with foil.

Reduce the heat to medium and add butter and mushrooms. Saute mushrooms for 4-5 minutes making sure to season them with salt and pepper lightly. Add marsala wine, sherry, cream, and chicken stock allowing the liquid to reduce slightly – approx. 3 minutes. Pour mushrooms and sauce over chicken and serve.

Recipe by Savory Sweet Life

Watch the video to see how it is made:


Thursday, March 18, 2010

Not Your Typical Mexican Food

If you like Mexican food but are tired of always eating the same. No need to worry, here are some videos on how to make a variety of Mexican food.


  • Sopa de Jitomate and Rajas (Roasted Poblano Chile and Tomato Soup)


  • Mexican Style Stuf 'n' turf




Enjoy