Recipes: Diabetic-Friendly Peanut Butter Cookie Recipe

• Prep Time:5 Minutes
• Cook Time:14 Minutes
• Serves:30

 

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These five simple ingredients create a dynamite peanut butter cookie that can be enjoyed by everyone—as they're diabetic-friendly and gluten-free. 

Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here!

 

This recipe is courtesy of Holly Clegg! 

 

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Ingredients

1 cup crunchy peanut butter
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Preparation

Preheat oven 350°F. Coat baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, brown sugar, egg, and baking soda until well combined. Stir in peanuts.
Place dough by teaspoonfuls on nonstick baking sheet and press down with a fork to form ridges. Bake 12–14 minutes or until lightly browned.

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Articles: Changes on the Forefront

New Look and Improved User Experience

Food News

We have great news about some upcoming changes to The Food Channel. For the past several weeks, we've been migrating our website to the USA Today platform for greater visibility, site security, and multi-screen optimization. That process concludes later this week. 

What does this mean for our audience?

• A new website look and feel
• Same URL
• Highly responsive designed that provides improved user experience across all your devices
• Simplified upper navigation bar
• A singular news feed with the ability to see which stories are most popular with other viewers

In addition, we'll continue to strengthen our seasonal- and occasion-based editorial focus, adding special features that highlight the intersection of food with life, such as our current Sports & Food series. We will also continue to expand our International Guest Chef Network of contributors. 

We're thrilled to move toward a better user experience that allows us to continue bringing the recipes, how-to videos and food news you need to speak the language of food fluently - no matter what your level of involvement. 

Thank you for being part of our Food Channel community. We look forward to exchanging ideas and providing great food content for you in the future. 

The Food Channel Team

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Recipes: Easy Florentine English Muffin Recipe

• Prep Time:15 Minutes
• Cook Time:7 Minutes
• Serves:10

 

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Creamed spinach and mozzarella atop English muffin halves make a quick and healthy breakfast packed full of delicious flavor!

 

Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here!

 

Did you know spinach is high in Vitamin C? Vitamin C is an antioxidant and water-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in growth and tissue repair! 

 

This recipe is courtesy of Holly Clegg's Eating Well Through Cancer cookbook. 

 

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Ingredients

2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup skim milk
Salt and pepper to taste
5 English muffins, cut in half
1 cup shredded part-skim Mozzarella cheese

Preparation

Cook spinach according to package directions, drain very well.
In a nonstick pot, mix flour and milk over medium heat, stirring until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in spinach and season to taste.
Lay English muffin halves on baking sheet. Divide spinach mixture evenly on top of muffins. Top each muffin with mozzarella.
Preheat broiler. Place under broiler 2 minutes, or until cheese is melted and muffin begins to brown. Watch carefully.

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Recipes: One-Dish Chicken Parmesan Recipe

• Prep Time:10 Minutes
• Cook Time:50 Minutes
• Serves:8

 

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A mouthwatering, 6-ingredient, one-dish version of Chicken Parmesan made with chicken, marinara, basil, mozzarella cheese, and croutons! 

 

Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here! 

 

This recipe is courtesy of Holly Clegg's Eating Well Through Cancer cookbook. 

 

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 pounds thin boneless, skinless chicken breast cutlets
2 cups healthy marinara sauce
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 (5-ounce) package Caesar or garlic croutons

Preparation

Preheat oven 350°F. Coat 3-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Season chicken and mix with garlic. Cover with marinara and sprinkle with basil.
Sprinkle with half the mozzarella, all the croutons, and top with remaining mozzarella. Bake 40-50 minutes or until chicken is tender.

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Recipes: Grilled Chicken Shawarma Wrap Recipe

• Prep Time:10 Minutes
• Cook Time:20 Minutes
• Serves:4

 

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A twist on traditional Chicken Shawarma, this grilled version is served on a flatbread or pita of your choosing, with a creamy tarator sauce. Tarator is a tahini-based sauce that perfectly complements this wrap.

 

Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here! 

 

Thanks to the chefs at Rattan Direct for this recipe. 

 

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Ingredients

12 chicken thighs, or 6 whole legs, skinned and deboned
4 tbsp. vinegar
1 tsp salt
1 pinch celery seed
2 tsp white pepper
1 tbsp. paprika
1 tsp allspice
1 tsp garlic powder
For The Sauce:
1 tbsp. tahini
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt
For The Sandwich:
4 flatbreads
Cucumber or gherkin, sliced
Red onion, sliced
Fresh parsley, chopped

Preparation

Marinade the chicken overnight in the vinegar, salt and spices.
Light the BBQ. For a quick grill like this, you can get away with one of those lighting bags of lumpwood charcoal. Once the flames have died down, spread the coals out and begin grilling immediately. Lumpwood burns out quickly and the chicken can handle this early high heat.
Grill the chicken, turning and moving around as required. Lumpwood is also more likely than briquettes to heat unevenly so you will need to work with your grill.
Cook for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
Slice the chicken and pile into the bread with onion, pickle, parsley, and sauce.
Eat whilst still hot.

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Recipes: Hawaiian Macaroni Salad Recipe

• Prep Time:30 Minutes
• Cook Time:NA
• Serves:4

 

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Incorporate a little island flavor into your next get together with this Hawaiian Macaroni Salad, made with juicy pineapple chunks, a creamy, tangy dressing, and grilled SPAM.

 

Watch the video here to see how it's done! 

 

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Ingredients

1/2 lb. macaroni, cooked to package instructions
1 can pineapple chunks, drained (reserve 1/2 cup liquid for dressing)
2 cups grilled SPAM, cubed
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup red onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Black pepper, to taste

Preparation

Combine the cooked macaroni, pineapple chunks, grilled SPAM, carrots, and onion together in one bowl. Stir to combine. Set aside.
In a separate bowl for dressing, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, pineapple juice, apple cider vinegar and black pepper. Stir to combine until smooth.
Pour the dressing over your macaroni mixture and stir until completely mixed.
Chill for 30 minutes, and serve.

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Recipes: Wimbledon Afternoon Tea Recipes

• Prep Time:30 minutes
• Serves:6

 

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The time-honored tradition of Wimbledon afternoon tea is a delicious way to enjoy the Wimbledon Tennis Open this year.

We’ve paired 3 favorite tea sandwiches with indulgent mini desserts, British tea, and chilled champagne. Be sure to include a traditional strawberry dessert, such as fresh berries and Devonshire cream or an indulgent strawberry pastry. Let the events begin!

 

Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here.

 

 

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For carefree entertaining, tea sandwiches can be made ahead and refrigerated for several hours- just be sure to cover tightly with film wrap to keep sandwiches from drying out.

Ingredients

Roast Beef & Horseradish Tea Sandwiches:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons drained ground horseradish
12 slices pumpernickel bread
6 thin slices roast beef (about 6 ounces)
1 1/2 cups fresh arugula
1/4 small red onion, thin sliced
Lemon-Dill Smoked Salmon Tea Sandwiches:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 tablespoon fresh minced dill
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
To taste, salt and black pepper
12 baguette slices
4 ounces smoked salmon, thin sliced
24 cucumber slices
12 fresh dill sprigs
Prosciutto-Basil Tea Sandwiches:
12 slices best quality white bread
5 ounces goat cheese, softened
4 ounces thin-sliced prosciutto
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chiffonade
As needed, mini desserts (scones, pastries, cakes, fresh berries)
As needed, fresh brewed English tea (such as Darjeeling, Earl Grey)
As needed, chilled champagne

Preparation

To Prepare Roast Beef & Horseradish Tea Sandwiches:
Combine mayonnaise and horseradish in a bowl and whisk to blend. Spread evenly over 1 side of each pumpernickel slice.
Layer roast beef on bottom 6 slices; top with arugula and red onion. Cover with top 6 slices of bread and press closed. Cut off crusts and slice each sandwich into 4 strips. Arrange on serving platter, cover and refrigerate.
To Prepare Lemon-Dill Smoked Salmon Tea Sandwiches:
Combine cream cheese, dill and lemon juice in small bowl and stir to blend. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Spread evenly over baguette slices.
Top evenly with smoked salmon, cucumbers, and dill. Arrange on serving platter, cover and refrigerate.
To Prepare Prosciutto-Basil Tea Sandwiches:
Spread goat cheese evenly on 6 slices of white bread.
Top evenly with prosciutto and basil chiffonade. Cover with 6 top slices of bread and press closed. Cut off crusts and slice each sandwich in half forming triangle-shaped tea sandwiches. Arrange on serving platter, cover and refrigerate.
To Serve:
Unwrap sandwiches and arrange on a table. Accompany with mini desserts from your local bakery arranged on a pedestal, if desired.
Serve with hot tea and fresh champagne.

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Recipes: Pimm's Cup Recipe

• Prep Time:10 Minutes
• Cook Time:NA
• Serves:4

 

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If you’re lucky enough to attend Wimbledon, you’ll undoubtedly find yourself sipping a few glasses of the British drink known as a Pimm’s Cup. Enjoy one at home with this recipe! Pimm's says to "pile all the ingredients into a tall glass, mix and sip." The ingredient amounts aren't specific, but a few slices of each fruit and a couple of mint springs should suffice. 

 

Don't forget to watch the how-to video right here!

 

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Ingredients

I cup mint leaves, fresh, plus for garnish
1 orange, sliced
5-6 strawberries, quartered
1/2 English cucumber, sliced thin
1 lemon, sliced
1 lime, sliced
Pimm’s Cup No. 1, as needed
Lemon-lime soda or lemonade, as needed

Preparation

For A Pitcher:
Layer in some fresh mint, orange slices, strawberries, cucumbers, lemons, and limes. Pour in 1 part Pimm’s Cup No. 1 and top with 3 parts lemon-lime soda. Pour over ice and fruit.
Depending on the size of your pitcher, this could easily be doubled.
For Single Serving:
Layer in a tall glass the mint, orange slices, strawberries, cucumber, lemon, and lime. Fill with ice, pour 1 part Pimm’s Cup No. 1 and top with lemon-lime soda. Garnish with fresh mint sprig.

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Articles: Independence Day Sandwich Style

Favorites from the Original 13 States

Food News

In honor of July 4th, we bring you sandwiches from the Original 13 States, with a modern twist! Our friends at Sandwich America and USA Today 10Best have identified the top sandwiches from the Original 13 States, based on consumer voting. So, sit back, wave a flag and enjoy the 4th—sandwich style! 

1. Connecticut - Chicken Parm Sandwich 

(Image via Flickr: jeffreyw)

That's right, the Chicken Parm Sandwich is the most popular in Connecticut. A fun twist on the Italian classic, The Food Channel has a great Chicken Parmesan Panini.

Fun Colony Fact: The Connecticut Colony was home to the Battle of the Frogs! Believing they were under attack, settlers sought out the source of the noise they heard, only to find it was thousands of frogs fighting for the last pond in town. 

2. Delaware - The Soft Shell Crab Sandwich 

(Image Via Flickr: Capsun Poe)

Delaware has spoken, which means the Soft Shell Crab Sandwich is top in the state! Cleaning Soft Shell Crabs is a breeze, and you can eat them in their entirely. Try The Food Channel's Soft Shell Crab Salad recipe for a mouthwatering meal! 

Fun Colony Fact: the Delaware Colony was the first of the Original 13 colonies to ratify the Federal Constitution. 

3. Georgia - The Fried Chicken Sandwich 

(Image via Flickr: T.Tseng)

In a fitting find, residents of Georgia have decided the Fried Chicken Sandwich is the state fave. Wanna understand the hype? Make your own version with this Food Channel recipe for an Ad-Hoc Fried Chicken Sandwich with Coleslaw. 

Fun Colony Fact: A chicken sandwich today isn't far from what was enjoyed back then. The Georgia Colony was the first with a dominant warm climate and land, so crops and livestock thrived year round! 

4. Maryland - The Crab Cake Sandwich

(Image via Flickr: Alexis Lamster)

Crab cakes and Maryland go hand-in-hand, so we weren't surprised to see that Maryland residents chose the delicious Crab Cake Sandwich as their top choice. Can't visit the state? Try our Chesapeake Bay Crab Cake recipe and live vicariously.

Fun Colony Fact: The Original Maryland Colony had a lot more land than it does today as a state. It originally covered 12 million acres, today it is approximately half of that. 

5. Massachusetts - The Lobster Roll 

In a delicious twist of fate, the people of Massachusetts have decided The Lobster Roll is their top choice. Do you know what's better than sweet, succulent lobster meat lightly tossed with mayo and fresh lemon juice, atop a buttery bun? The answer is nothing, Get our recipe for Classic Lobster Rolls.

Fun Colony Fact: Massachusetts, a state of firsts, is responsible for the first Thanksgiving in 1621, the first University in 1636, and the first Revolutionary War Battle in 1775. 

6. New Hampshire - The Monte Cristo

A sandwich too good to ignore, New Hampshire has chosen the Monte Cristo as its best. Smoky-sweet griddled country ham, melted fontina cheese, and a delicious maple syrup—what's not to like? Here's our New Hampshire Maple Monte Cristo Sandwich recipe.

Fun Colony Fact: New Hampshire's motto is "Live Free or Die" in reference to early settlers' determination to declare independence from the Massachusetts Colony. 

7. New Jersey - The Italian Hoagie 

(Image via  BillyTFried at English Wikipedia) 

Who doesn't love a good Italian Sub? Voters in New Jersey chose the Italian Hoagie/Sub Sandwich as top in the state. Try our Italian Grilled Panini, made with Italian cured meats such as prosciutto, capocolla, and Genoa salami. 

Fun Colony Fact: From 1666-1702, The Garden State was originally divided into East Jersey and West Jersey, each with its own constitution and an ever-changing border. 

8. New York - Bagel & Lox

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New York has spoken! Bagel & Lox Sandwiches are typically made with a mouthwatering cream cheese and shaved smoked salmon atop a chewy bagel. Perfect for any time of day, try our Bagel & Lox recipe.  

Fun Colony Fact: The New York Colony was referred to as the "Breadbasket Colony" because it's major crop was wheat, which was ground into flour and exported to England. 

9 & 10. North Carolina and South Carolina - The BBQ Pork Sandwich 

Our two beloved Carolina's have named Barbecue Pork Sandwiches as the states' champion. These impressive sandwiches are incredibly quick and easy to prepare. Try our Carolina Pulled Pork Sandwich recipe. 

Fun Colony Fact: In 1587, the North Carolina Colony completely vanished. The cabins were gone, livestock disappeared and the only thing remaining was the word "CRO ATON" carved onto a post. It was then dubbed, "The Lost Colony." 

11. Pennsylvania - Cheesesteak Sandwich

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Did anyone think Pennsylvania's top sandwich wouldn't be the cheesesteak? It's a Philadelphia classic! Try our version, with shaved rib-eye steak, fresh bell peppers, and melted provolone cheese. 

Fun Colony Fact: Pennsylvania was home to some very influential colonists, such as Benjamin Franklin, a founding father and future president, and Thomas Paine, who invented the phrase 'United States of America.'

12. Rhode Island - The Grinder

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The top sandwich in the state of Rhode Island is The Grinder, which can be anything reminiscent of a sub sandwich, or hoagie, but one thing it does have to be is appetizing! Give our Grilled Meatball Grinder a try. 

Fun Colony Fact: Rhode Island's motto is "Hope" and its founder Roger Williams was one of the only founders who paid the Native Americans for their land, as he believed it was the right thing to do. 

13. Virginia - Country Ham Sandwich 

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A true classic! Virginians have chosen the Country Ham Sandwich as the favorite, and we don't blame them. Appalachian cuisine is very on-trend. Try our Smoked Country Ham with Country Apple Butter Glaze sandwich-style.

Fun Colony Fact: The Virginia Colony was also home to many important political figures in American history, including 4/5 of America's first five presidents including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and James Monroe. 

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Recipes: Red, White, and Blue Jello Ice Cube Recipe

• Prep Time:4 hours
• Cook Time:NA

 

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Fill your glass with these Red, White & Blue Jello Ice Cubes for your 4th of July celebration and watch the fun happen. These frozen Jello cubes are colorful, delicious and best of all, they don’t melt!

Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here! 

 

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Ingredients

1.55 ounce box Summer Berry Punch gelatin
3 ounce box Berry Blue Jell-O
3 ounce box Strawberry Jell-O
Cherries
Lemon
Water

Preparation

Prepare each box of gelatin according to package directions - keep the amount of boiling water the same but reduce the amount of cold water added by half.
Place small pieces of cherries and lemon into silicon molds or silicon ice cube trays.
Pour jello into silicon molds or silicon ice cube trays and freeze until solid (at least 4 hours).
Carefully remove frozen jello ice cubes and place in a glass.
Top with lemon-lime soda or ice cold water.

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Articles: Six Unique Rum Cocktails For Summer!

Latin Cocktails Are Causing Quite The 'Stir'

Hot & Cool

At The Food Channel, we're always keeping an eye on trends in food and beverage. Cocktails featuring rum have long been popular in the U.S., but it seems the desire for rum-inspired cocktails is reaching new creative peaks.

According to imbibemagazine, the rising interest may be, in large part, driven by bartenders looking for interesting and unique flavor combinations.

Our consumer behavior and insights partner, CultureWaves, has been exploring the trend of creating experiences around food and beverage, as opposed to them being in a supporting role, for some time. Cocktail enthusiasts, whether it's those who create or those who imbibe, have become more knowledgeable about ingredients and style, leading to continual growth and exploration.  

When our editorial team saw a recent cocktail feature on Forbes, we knew we had to share. Below are the Top Six Rum Cocktails For Summer, as identified by Forbes contributor Nick Passmore, followed by some of our Food Channel rum-inspired favorites. 

Basil Berry Mojito

(Credit: Cruzan)

Ingredients: 

2 parts Cruzan Aged Light Rum

1 part Cruzan Strawberry Light Rum 

Juice of one whole lime

4 slices fresh strawberry

4 whole fresh basil leaves

Soda water

Black pepper

Method:

Muddle basil with strawberries, simple syrup, and lime juice. Fill with ice and add remaining ingredients and top with ice. Top off with soda water, garnish with a small basil leaf and fresh ground pepper. 

Bacardi Tropical Rum Punch

(Credit: Bacardi)

Ingredients:

8 parts Bacardi Banana Rum

4.5 parts Bacardi Superior Rum

4 parts coconut cream - whisked

5 parts orange juice

4 parts lemon juice

3 parts simple syrup

Method:

Add all ingredients into a punch bowl with an ice block. Garnish with orange slices.

Afro-Rita

(Credit: Afrohead) 

Ingredients: 

2 oz Afrohead Briland 07 Rum

1 oz lime juice

1 oz agave syrup 

Method:

Shake and strain all ingredients into rock glass, garnish with lime wedge. 

The 1934

(Credit: Bacardi)

Ingredients:

2 parts Havana Club Añejo Clásico

3/4 parts Martini & Rossi sweet vermouth

1/2 part Amaro

2 dashes orange bitters

Method:

Stir all ingredients vigorously with plenty ice until very cold, strain into a rocks glass with an ice sphere. Garnish with an orange peel.

Rum Cocktail from NYC's The Modern

(Credit: The Modern)

Ingredients:

2 oz El Dorado Three Year Rum

3/4 oz fresh lime

3/4 oz toasted coconut syrup

Angostura Foam

Turmeric

Method:

Combine the first three ingredients and shake with ice. Pour into a coupe glass and top with Angostura foam and sprinkle with turmeric.

Thy Neighbor's Wife

(Credit: Analogue)

Ingredients:

1.5 oz Havana Club Blanco Rum

1 oz Velvet Falernum

.25 oz Green Chartreuse 

.5 oz Rosemary Maple Syrup 

1 lime 

2 dashes orange bitters

Method:

Serve shaken with a lime twist. 

*Keep scrolling below to see The Food Channel's favorite rum-inspired recipes!

The Blackberry Mojito

This mojito is a great way to beat the summer heat! Wonderfully light, slightly tart, this refreshing rum drink is flavored with mint, lime juice, and fresh blackberries. Click here to see the recipe for Blackberry Mojitos! 

Nutty Chocolate Rum Truffles

Decadent chocolate rum-flavored truffles are sure to be your next favorite treat -- Sweet, with an adult twist! Click here to see the recipe for Nutty Chocolate Rum Truffles! 

Long Island Iced Carrot Cocktail

A refreshing drink to keep you cool on a hot summer's day. Made with fresh carrot juice, vodka, rum, tequila, gin and green tea simple syrup. Yum! Click here to see the recipe for the Long Island Iced Carrot Cocktail. 

Egg Nog Rum French Toast

Not just for holidays, this Egg Nog Rum French Toast has incredible flavor coupled with a sweet and creamy french toast, perfect for your next brunch! Click here to see the recipe for Egg Nog Rum French Toast. 

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Recipes: Great Grilled Mackerel Recipe

• Prep Time:10 Minutes
• Cook Time:20 Minutes
• Serves:2

 

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Grilling mackerel on an outdoor grill brings out its smoky, rich flavor. Because this fish is oily, keep it simple and season with salt and lemon juice. Included is a recipe for a 7-grain tabbouleh side dish. 

Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here! 

This recipe is courtesy of The Recipe Show by Rattan Direct. 

 

Foodie Byte

Ingredients

2 x fresh mackerel, gutted
Sea salt
Juice of 1 lemon
For The 7-grain Tabbouleh:
6 tbsp 7-grain mix, cooked and cooled
1/3 large cucumber, diced
1 beef tomato, seeded and diced
1 small bunch parsley, finely chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
Sea salt
Juice of 1 lemon

Preparation

You want the BBQ to be burning hot and bright, with the grill fairly close to the coals. If you are only cooking fish, then it does not need to burn for that long. So, you could use lump wood charcoal.
Slash the mackerel on both sides (as shown in the video) and season with the salt and the lemon.
Lightly oil the grid of the fish holder and enclose the fish.
Grill the fish for about 10 minutes on each side, until the flesh comes away cleanly from the bone. Timing on the BBQ is very much an individual affair.
To make the 7-grain tabbouleh, mix all of the ingredients together.
Serve the hot fish with the grain salad, perhaps some grilled corn cobs and warm pita.

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Recipes: Oven Baked Risotto Recipe

• Prep Time:5 Minutes
• Cook Time:35 Minutes
• Serves:10

 

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Making risotto usually means a lot of stirring, and then more stirring, and, oh, don't forget to stir! With this Oven Baked Risotto, all you need is 4-ingredients and an oven—no hassle, and it tastes great. 

Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here! 

This recipe is courtesy of Holly Clegg's blog, found here, and her Eating Well through Cancer cookbook. 

 

Foodie Byte

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 1/2 cups low-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 cup Arborio rice
1 cup chopped onion
Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Preheat oven 400 F°
In a 13x9x2-inch baking dish, mix together butter, broth, rice, onion and season to taste. Bake, covered, 35 minutes. Remove from oven and fluff rice with a fork.

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Recipes: Grab-N-Go Snack Mix Recipe

• Prep Time:5 Minutes
• Cook Time:85 Minutes
• Serves:20

 

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This irresistible sweet-and-salty combination of ingredients creates a Snack Mix that's sure to be a family favorite. It can also be pre-portioned in plastic Ziplock bags for an easy snack to-go! 

 

Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here! 

 

This recipe is courtesy of Holly Clegg's blog, found here, and her Eating Well through Cancer cookbook. 

 

Foodie Byte

Ingredients

3 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
4 cups honey nut toasted rice and corn cereal squares
6 cups mini pretzels
1 cup dry roasted peanuts
1 cup candy-coated chocolate pieces

Preparation

Preheat oven 250°F. Line baking pan with foil.
In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, and garlic powder.
On prepared pan, combine cereal squares, pretzels, and peanuts. Add oil mixture and toss with cereal mixture. Bake 25 minutes, stirring once.
Turn off oven and remain in oven 1 hour to continue crisping. Cool completely and toss with chocolate candies. Store in an airtight container.

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Recipes: Grilled Peri Peri Chicken Recipe

• Prep Time:20 Minutes
• Cook Time:20 Minutes
• Serves:2

 

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Made entirely on an outdoor grill, this Peri Peri Chicken uses a delicious blend of South African spices, including the bird's eye chili that gives the chicken its signature heat. You will need to know how to spatchcock a chicken, watch the video below for tips! 

 

Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here! 

 

This Peri Peri Chicken is served with a creamy coleslaw and, made in a separate recipe, traditional South African braai broodjies. Thanks to the chefs at Rattan Direct for this great recipe.

 

Foodie Byte

Ingredients

1 small chicken of roughly 2lbs
For The Sauce:
1 pointed red pepper
4 birds eye chilies
1 tbsp. paprika
4 cloves garlic
1 tsp salt
Juice of 2 large lemons
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 tsp sugar
1 sprig fresh oregano
3 tbsp. red wine vinegar

Preparation

Light the barbecue coals and immediately place the pepper in the flames. You want to set up so you have a cool section of the grill with no coals underneath.
Blacken the pepper, turning on all sides, and remove from the flames over to the cool side.
Add all of the ingredients to a saucepan suitable for using over the coals.
Once the flames have died down and the coals are white, place the saucepan over the heat.
Let the contents bubble.
Strip the flesh from the pepper and add it to the pan. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes whilst you spatchcock the chicken.
To spatchcock a chicken flat for the grill, you need to cut out the backbone with a sharp heavy knife. Holding the chicken with its back towards you, and breast facing forward, cut down one side, and then the other. You can watch how this is done in the video. Turn the chicken over, give it a bash to flatten out and then slash all over.
Blend the sauce and rub it all over the chicken.
The coals should now be cool enough to cook the chicken, although with the sauce it may still be prone to burn over the direct heat. Move it around, sometimes over the cool area, and keep the lid closed.

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Articles: 10 Famed Collegiate Restaurants in America

What's on the Menu for Gen Z?

Food News

The Food Channel keeps an eye on trends in college food service, as food and beverage offerings must be top-notch to keep students engaged and on-campus. What does it take to thrive as a college restaurant? Here's a look at ten legendary locations, from our friends at FSR Magazine. 

University of California at Berkeley: Cheese Board Pizza

(Flickr: Lynn Friedman)

The key to Cheese Board Pizza? It's delicious. On any given day you'll find a line out the door with everyone waiting to eat the exact same pizza. That's right, they serve one type of pizza every day and it's always vegetarian! For example, a pizza made with roasted cauliflower, roasted onions, cheddar cheese, mozzarella, pistachios and garlic olive oil. 

University of Arizona: Frog & Firkin

(Flickr: Whardcastle)

A pub in Tucson, Frog & Firkin is known for deep-dish pizza. Students swear it's absolutely delicious, but the pub also makes food fun. Pizza isn't complete without a side of fries and patrons can choose from red, white, green or yellow. Each color has a corresponding ingredient topping, ranging from herbs to Parmesan cheese to pizza sauce to mozzarella. 

University of Texas at Austin: Kerbey Lane Cafe

(Steve Santore)

The main point of interest on the menu at Kerbey Lane? The Kerbey Queso: guacamole topped with white queso and Pico de gallo. It's an all-day favorite with Austin students. 

University of Wisconsin: Mickies Dairy Bar

(Flickr: Deb)

As FSR attests, enjoying food at Mickies Dairy Bar before a football game is a rite of passage. The restaurant has been serving students since the 1940s, keeping the quaint diner feel alive and well, with things like a handwritten menu on the wall and signature "Scrambler" dish. 

Harvard: Mr. Bartley's Burger Cottage

(Flickr: Nick Holmes)

A Harvard Square staple since the 1960s, lines out the door still continue to wrap the block. The burger names are... inventive and typically based on pop-culture artists, athletes, or phrases. For example, the "Tom Brady "Triumphant"" burger contains cheddar cheese, guacamole, tomato and red onions. The "Legalize It" burger comes with marinara sauce, mozzarella, mushrooms, and onions. 

University of Colorado: The Sink

(Flickr: Dave Dugdale)

The Sink is a bit more famous than others, with celebrities and students alike entering its doors. Known for "The best darn burger in Boulder" and its "Ugly Pizza," which has honey baked into the crust; The Sink continues to thrive. 

Georgetown: The Tombs

(Flickr: Serge Melki)

Located in a townhouse that dates back to the 1850s, The Tombs opened its doors in the 1960s and continues to serve students nightly. With happy hour specials and late night menus, The Tombs is actually included in the Georgetown campus meal plans. 

University of North Carolina: Top of the Hill

(Flickr: Lana L)

Top of the Hill is the self-proclaimed "social crossroads" of the city, having garnered the trendy name TOPO by locals. Doubling as a brewery, all beers are brewed on-site, and outdoor and indoor games are aplenty: foosball, dartboards, and pool tables. 

Purdue: Triple XXX Family Restaurant 

(Flickr: Philip Chang)

This diner has long-standing roots. Having been around since the 1920s, the pure cane sugar root beer is a recipe that can be traced back to 1895. The famous food? It's called the Duane Purvis All-American Burger, containing very normal ingredients until you realize... there's peanut butter on it. 

Penn State University: Waffle Shop 

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The Waffle Shop has been operating since the 1970s, and on game days, you can find a line out the door. This can be attributed to their large portion sizes of fresh Belgian waffles, Iowa corn pancakes, and french toast. 

 

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Recipes: South African Braai Broodjie Recipe

• Prep Time:5 Minutes
• Cook Time:5 Minutes
• Serves:2

 

Tagged:
barbecue, braai broodjie, cheese, food channel, grilled, rattan direct, side dish, south africa,

They may look simple, but these braai broodjies are more than meets the eye. Cooked over an open flame or barbecue grill, this cheesy, melted sandwich is a traditional side dish to South African barbecue, akin to American comfort foods. 

Want to see how it's done? We have the video right here! 

Thanks to the chefs at Rattan Direct for this recipe. 

 

Foodie Byte

Ingredients

4 slices of white bread
Soft butter
Slices of cheese
Slices of tomato
Slices of onion

Preparation

Butter the bread on the outside as if you are making a Breville toasty.
Sandwich the filling inside.
Place the sandwiches in the cool indirect side of the grill to cook and melt through.
To brown, move to the hot part of the grill and watch carefully as they go pretty quickly.

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