KITTENCAL'S FAMOUS GREEK SALAD
Be prepared for the best Greek salad on the planet! --- plan ahead the dressing needs at least 2 or more hours to blend the flavors, I sometimes add in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese to the dressing for a more cheesy dressing, all amounts may be adjusted to taste ---- to marinade the salad allow to sit at room temperature before serving, see bottom of instructions --- you will find this and many more of my recipes posted here http://kittencalskitchen.com/2009/04/13/kittens-famous-greek-salad/ ---also see my recipe #359292
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Greek
Time 10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the dressing; in a processor or use a wire whisk process/whisk the olive oil with lemon juice, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, garlic, dried, basil, red wine vinegar, salt and sugar until smooth (add in more oregano and lemon juice if needed).
- Season with black pepper.
- Chill in fridge for a couple of hours before using to blend flavors.
- Place the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
- Pour dressing over; toss to combine.
- If desired allow the salad to sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving, or you can refrigerate for 1 hour (tossing a few time during sitting time).
KITTENCAL'S FAMOUS CAESAR SALAD
I developed this dressing years ago, and I can honestly say that you won't be able to keep your spoon out of the fridge for a taste, it is *that* good! --- although I do think the dressing is better with the anchovy it can certainly be made without them. In a pinch I have even substituted buttermilk for the half and half cream, just use about the same amount --- this dressing gets stronger with refrigeration time so a small amount of fresh garlic goes a long way! ---- usually one recipe without doubling is perfect for one large romaine lettuce, if you are serving a large crowd of people you might want to double -- salad dressing will not work for this use *only* mayonnaise, I find Hellman's brand mayonnaise works the best and for the perfect companion to this salad see my recipe#125034-------------LOWER-FAT OPTION use reduced fat mayonnaise and fat-free half and half or low-fat milk --- also see my recipe#66596
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 5m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small 2-cup mini food processor, process/mince the anchovy fillets and garlic together until finely minced (do this together and firstly, otherwise it will not get minced properly with the other ingredients).
- Add in the remaining ingredients, and process for 30 seconds, or more until well mixed.
- Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Thin with buttermilk (or milk) for a thinner consistency if desired.
- Store in fridge, covered in a glass container for 3 or more hours before using (the flavors become stronger when left in the fridge for a longer time).
- Toss desired amount of dressing with Romaine lettuce and croutons.
- Sprinkle with more grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
KITTENCAL'S MOIST CHEDDAR-GARLIC OVEN FRIED CHICKEN BREAST
This is for serious garlic lovers. The chicken bakes out so moist and tender! Grated cheese may be sprinkled on top of the breast the last 5 minutes of cooking if desired but that is optional. Double all ingredients for more than four breasts and adjust the amount of garlic to suit taste. For the coating amount you might be able to get away with 5 or maybe 6 very small chicken breasts, but I would suggest to increase the amount slightly --- to take this dish to yet another level, about 10 minutes before the cooking time is finished, drizzle the top of the chicken with a little pasta sauce, then sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top. Return to oven for about 10 minutes until the chicken is completely cooked and sauce is hot and cheese has melted. For a lemon-garlic flavor add in 3 tablespoons lemon juice to the melted butter/garlic mixture --- *NOTE* for a healthier alternative Smart Balance Butter Blend may be used in place of the melted butter --- you will love this chicken! Visit my food blog, www.kittencalskitchen.com, for more of my recipes.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Butter an 11 x 7-inch pan (if using more than 4 breasts use a larger pan).
- In a bowl, combine melted butter with fresh minced garlic, 1 teaspoon garlic powder and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the dry breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup finely grated cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon garlic powder and coarse ground black pepper.
- Dip chicken in butter mixture; then in crumb mixture.
- Place in prepared pan and bake uncovered for 35-45 minutes or until cooked through, larger breasts may take more time (placing the chicken on a rack in a pan will produce an extra crispy crust).
- Top with shredded cheddar or mozzarella the last 5 minutes of cooking (this is only optional.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.1, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 14.8, Cholesterol 136.7, Sodium 852.6, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.5, Protein 34.9
KITTENCAL'S CHICKEN SALAD
This is wonderful either scooped on a bed of lettuce, stuffed in between a pita or slices of whole wheat bread --- plan ahead the mixture needs to chill for 4 hours before serving, don't even bother tasting before that time, the grapes or chopped apple must be added in just before serving --- *note* see bottom of recipe for poaching chicken breasts, I also sometimes like to add in 1/2 teaspoon curry powder, but that is only optional, recipe may be doubled :)
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl toss together chicken with celery, onions and cranberries.
- In another bowl mix all dressing ingredients until well blended; add to the chicken mixture and toss to combine.
- Cover and chill for a minumum of 4-24 hours.
- Just before serving mix in grape halves then season with black pepper.
- POACHING CHICKEN-------.
- Place the chicken breasts in a saucepan.
- Cover with water and 1/2 teaspoon salt (and 1 bay leaf optional) bring to a simmer.
- Lightly simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let sit in the water for about 10 minutes.
- Cool and chop.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.1, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 129.3, Sodium 577.7, Carbohydrate 19, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 11.3, Protein 33.6
KITTENCAL'S CAESAR TORTELLINI SALAD
My family *LOVES* this salad, I make often in the summer with sweet cherry tomatoes from my garden, feel free to adjust all ingredient amounts and add in other ingeredints also, you can sub feta for Parmesan, use your favorite Caesar dressing or use my recipe#116849. Prep time does not include cooking the tortellini.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Summer
Time 5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium bowl combine the cooked tortellini with chopped lettuce, Caesar dressing and Parmesan cheese; toss well to coat.
- Season with black pepper to taste and salt if desired.
- Top with sliced cherry tomatoes and croutons.
- Serve immediately.
- Delicious!
KITTENCAL'S BAKED POTATO SALAD CASSEROLE (OR COLD POTATO SALAD)
This may be served hot as a casserole or reduce the melted butter amount down to 2 tablespoons and serve as a cold potato salad, either way it's delicious! --- If you are serving hot as a casserole I strongly recommend to have the potatoes cooled to room temperature before using in this recipe or use cold potatoes that have been cooked a day ahead, I have even made this using about 5 cups of thawed frozen hash browns, the complete casserole may be assembled and refrigerated for up to 2 days ahead before baking although it's so delicious cold it might not even make it to the oven, and also makes a large amount which makes this *perfect* dish for potlucks --- if you are baking as a casserole use only mayonnaise such as Hellman's using salad dressing will not be as good.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Potato
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- TO SERVE HOT AS A CASSEROLE; grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish (or use a casserole dish that will hold the mixture).
- Set oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream and melted butter, garlic powder, seasoned salt and black pepper until well combined.
- Mix in green onion and yellow onion.
- Add in the cooked cubed potatoes, cubed cheese and ham (if using) mix with a large spatula until well combined.
- Transfer/spread the mixture to prepared casserole dish.
- At this point you may cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours until ready to bake.
- Bake 25-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle the grated cheddar on top; return to oven and bake 5-8 minutes more or until the cheese has melted.
- TO SERVE AS A COLD POTATO SALAD; make as stated in steps 3-5 reducing the melted butter to 2 tablespoons.
- Place in a bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or more before serving.
- DELICIOUS!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544, Fat 30, SaturatedFat 18.5, Cholesterol 86, Sodium 379.9, Carbohydrate 53.2, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 4.5, Protein 17.6
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