Shrimp Fajitas

 

Photo source:  Natasha's Kitchen

"My Shrimp Fajitas recipe is so flavorful and couldn’t get any easier! It takes just one skillet and about 30 minutes to serve these plump, juicy shrimp and tender charred vegetables seasoned with an amazing fajita marinade, so it’s perfect for a weeknight or anytime you want a fiesta!"  Comment from Natasha's Kitchen

Shrimp Fajitas sound delicious and I can't believe I've never had them.  Looks like they are easy to make and I'd love to have another version of a shrimp dinner.

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Arancini

 

Photo source:  Food Network Magazine

"If you’ve got arborio rice in your cupboard (a short-grain variety that cooks up nice and creamy) then you’re in luck. It’s the perfect choice for these cheesy, breaded-and-fried rice balls."  Comment from Food Network Magazine

I've never made Arancini, but have wanted to make them to use as appetizers for a party.  They look delicious, but I wonder if the arborio rice is easy to find and if long grain rice would work just as well.  I'm thinking rice is rice?  But I could be wrong.

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Sausage Gravy Biscuit Bubble Up Casserole

 

Photo source:  callmepmc.com

"Easy Sausage Gravy Biscuit Bubble Up Casserole is loaded with delicious biscuits baked in a flavorful egg and sausage scramble and topped with gravy! This recipe is great for breakfast, brunch, weeknight dinner, and feeding a crowd."  Comment from callmepmc.com

This recipe has to be a winner since it has some of my favorite foods.

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Lemon Cheesecake Bars

 

Photo source:  One Sweet Appetite

"Get ready to zest up your life with these Lemon Cheesecake Bars! Imagine tangy, zesty lemons meeting creamy, dreamy cheesecake, all nestled on a buttery, crumbly crust. These bars are the perfect mix of tart and sweet, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your taste buds. Whether you’re a cheesecake aficionado or a lemon lover, these bars are sure to brighten your day and your dessert table."  Comment from One Sweet Appetite

I'm sure these Lemon Cheesecake Bars will brighten my day since I am both a cheesecake aficionado and a lemon lover.  I already know they are a winner!

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How Long Cooked Chicken Lasts in the Fridge

 

Photo source:  Martha Stewart

"If you have some already cooked, it's ready to toss into salads, sandwiches, or grain bowls when you don’t feel like making a meal from scratch. But once it’s in the refrigerator, the question becomes: how long does cooked chicken last? Is that chicken that has been there since the weekend actually safe to eat? We spoke to food safety experts to find out and learned that the answer is nuanced."  Comment from Martha Stewart.com

I like learning more about food safety and think everyone should

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Air Fryer Myths

 

Photo source:  Food Republic

"These nifty appliances caught fire (again, figuratively) on the promise of speed, versatility, and the illusion of health without trading in crispy fried goodness. But despite the widespread appeal, they remain a woefully misunderstood appliance. There are plenty of myths flying around, and they've probably left you scratching your head a bit. Do they make everything healthy? Could they take up the work of a deep fryer, an oven, and a microwave combined? And are they really a jumble of buttons you'll never figure out?

To sift through the noise and separate fact from fiction, we caught up with Coco Morante, author of "The Instant Kitchen Meal Prep Cookbook"; Becky Striepe, founder of Glue & Glitter; Michelle Doll Dolson, recipe development lead at HelloFresh; Andreas Hansen, founder of Fritaire; and registered dietitian Kristen Carli. Here's what they had to say about the air fryer "facts" you may have picked up along the way, and why it just might be time to show them the door."  Comments from Food Republic

I have no problem with my air fryer.  In fact, I basically don't use my oven, grill or slow cooker anymore since using it.  I absolutely love it and it is more than an air fryer.  Here is my air fryer that I bought in 2021 and highly recommend:

PowerXL Grill Air Fryer Combo 12-in-1 Indoor Grill, Air Fryer, Slow Cooker, Roast, Bake, 1550-Watts, Stainless Steel Finish

Click here to go to the Food Republic article about air fryer myths.

Slow Cooker Pot Roast - Two Versions

 

Photo source:  Southern Living

Pot roast is one of my favorite comfort food meals and I love the idea of preparing it in the slow cooker. 

Here are two versions:

VERSION 1

The Old-School Pot Roast Recipe That Reminded Me Why I Love My Slow Cooker

"There is nothing easier than a slow-cooker meal. Because you don’t have to finely chop up the veggies or even brown the meat in the skillet before putting it in the slow cooker, this recipe is simple enough for any home cook to achieve. I’m intimidated by working with large cuts of meat, but this is a recipe I know even I can ace." Comment from Southern Living

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Photo source:  Taste of Home

VERSION 2

Slow Cooker Pot Roast

"This pot roast is rich and flavorful, with ultra-tender shreds of meat that basically melt in your mouth. Bonus: The slow cooker makes it super simple and lets you come home to the incredible aroma of a ready-to-eat dinner."  Comment from Taste of Home

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