Archive for August, 2009

Brooke's Bloody Mary

Saturday, August 29th, 2009

A classic, old-school cocktail with a lotta kick—and Brooke will show the secret ingredient that will have guests begging for more.

Click here for the list of ingredients, preparation instructions and nutritional information.

Chicken in a Blanket

Friday, August 28th, 2009

Who said you have to celebrate holidays with a turkey? Certainly not a turkey. Try this Chicken in a Blanket—it’s a comfort food that can host all those extras like cranberry and gravy. You’ll need chicken breasts, allouette, large roll of crescent dough, cranberry sauce and some spice.

Gruyere Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and Sweet Potato Fries

Thursday, August 27th, 2009

Sometimes our inner kid is hungry and this is a dish that will satisfy those moments, while pleasing our more grown-up palette.

Prep Time 15 min.
Cook Time 30 min.
Serves 1

Ingredients

  1. 2 slices bread (your choice)
  2. 5 thin slices Gruyere cheese
  3. 1/2 tablespoon butter
  4. 1 sweet potato, julienned
  5. 2 tablespoons olive oil
  6. Kosher Salt (optional)
Cooking Directions
  1. Butter each slice of bread on one side.
  2. Place the cheese in the middle of the bread between the two unbuttered sides.
  3. Place in a skillet on medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes on each side.
  4. Place julienne sweet potato on a cookie sheet and dash with olive oil. Throw in a teaspoon of kosher salt, if handy.
  5. Place in a 450 degrees F oven for 30 minutes.

Yield: 1 servings

Nutrition Info
Per Serving

  • Calories: 1031 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 93 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 9 g
  • Fat: 59 g
  • Protein: 31 g
  • Sugars: 18 g

The Indoor Picnic Set-Up

Tuesday, August 25th, 2009

Why not start things where you want to end them?… On the floor! (HA HA) In this episode of C n’ E, Brooke shows you how to set up romantic indoor picnic with flowers and all—in way that won’t break your bank!

Mango Margaritas

Sunday, August 23rd, 2009

Margaritas are the perfect Cheap n’ Easy™ cocktail. This recipe allows you to flavor them in many different ways and adjust the tequila depending on your taste and desired effect!

Prep Time 5 min.
Serves 1

Ingredients

  1. 2 ounces mango nectar
  2. 2 fluid ounces tequila
  3. 6 fluid ounces margarita mix
  4. 1 lime, quartered
  5. Margarita Salt

Preparation Directions

  1. Run a quarter section of each lime along the rim of each glass and dip it upside down into the margarita salt.
  2. Carefully shake the excess salt of the glass to ensure that it doesn’t spill into the bottom of the glass.
  3. Fill each glass with ice and then add one part tequila to three parts mixer.
  4. Top off each glass with lime juice, one quarter, and a couple of tablespoons of mango nectar.
  5. Drink!

Nutritional Info

Per Serving

  • Calories: 334 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 51 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2 g
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Protein: 0 g
  • Sugars: 45 g

Girl Scout Grub

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009

On my honor I will show you an entire meal of veggies and meat all folded up in nice neat package. Perfect for when you are camping out, or in!

Game Day Fondue

Wednesday, August 19th, 2009

Brooke throws you a touchdown pass with this recipe for game day Fondue. The sports fans won’t notice if their team is winning or losing as long as the Fondue is flowing.

Balsamic Glazed Steaks

Wednesday, August 19th, 2009

A romantic dinner calls for wine and steak, and on this episode of C n’ E we’re combining them to make a fabulous main course. This entrée is sure to please the steak lover in everyone… and of course, Brooke shows us how to do it on a Cheap n’ Easy™ budget.

Asian Crock Pot

Wednesday, August 19th, 2009

Crock pots are the ticket to a super easy and hearty meal. In this episode of Cheap n’ Easy™ we’re making an amazing orange chicken with vegetables and peanut sauce that will have you loving your crock pot again.

Smoking Asian Salmon

Wednesday, August 19th, 2009

Smokers are a super easy way to infuse a ton of flavor into fish, chicken, and pork. This salmon dish has a cool Asian twist with oranges and soy sauce, and by using the smoker, we kick up the flavor to a whole new level.