Running in the kitchen!

I love summer because it means that I can go through all the recipes that I have saved since Spring vacation and tackle them during summer!

This week I made Grilled Naan filled with Herbs and Cheese.  I found this recipe in one of my favorite magazines - Fine Cooking.

One of my favorite Indian dishes is Butter Chicken.  But the reason I love it so much is that I usually use Naan bread to soak up all the glorious sauce that the chicken is resting in.  So, when I saw this recipe I thought I would give it a try.

First, I made a very simple dough using the dough hook on my mixer.  I rolled out the dough and filled it with a mix of cilantro, garlic, cashews, and mint that had been put in a food processor.

 

 

Next,  I pinched the sides of the bread together and turned it over gently roll it flat again.

 

 

After grilling for about 4-5 minutes on each side, this was the delicious result!  I think the grill marks make it look even better!  Oh, and the green stuff, that's just the herb stuffing - I had to mention that as my son said it looked like mold!  (Aren't kids great?!?)

 

Well, I'm trying a new recipe today for marinated flank steak - I'm excited to let you know how that turns out...but in the meantime, check out Bo's Bowl because he is having a fantastic giveaway!  A $40 gift certificate to CSN stores.  This is an online retailer that has many wonderful items for the kitchen and home!   Here's a huge shout out to Bo - I have tried several of his delicious recipes, Sausage and Angel Hair pasta, Blondie Brownies, and last night I tried his recipe for Sweet Grilled Balsamic Chicken - all very tasty!

So, what's cooking at your house this summer?

Running without Meat!

Well, we're coming upon Good Friday, which means the last Friday in which I'll be abstaining from meat.  I really do enjoy fish and pasta, and have been having some fun trying new recipes.  Here's my latest... a Salmon dish that I just love!  Super easy, and great tasting!  I have to give credit to Alton Brown from Good Eats - I just love his wacky takes on food and cooking!

This particular recipe calls for a 1-2 pound piece of wild salmon.  Costco has a wonderful selection of both wild and farm raised salmon!  Here's what you do...

Combine 1/3 cup of dark brown sugar

2 T. lemon zest

1 1/2 t kosher salt

1/2 t black pepper

Take your 1-2 pounds of wild salmon and place it on a foil lined half sheet pan.  Evenly spread the brown sugar mixture on the salmon and let sit for 45 minutes at room temperature.

Turn on the broiler for 2 minutes and then place the salmon in the oven to broil for 6-8 minutes about 3 inches from the broiler.  Let the fish reach 131 degrees and remove from oven and let sit for 8-10 minutes.  Serve immediately.  Through the broiling, the brown sugar mixture has turned into a sweet/spicy glaze!

I have to say, I never understood the purpose of zesting a lemon, but the aroma and citrus flavor are so fantastically noticable in this recipe! Now I get it!

The recipe says to let the fish sit, but to be honest, we start sampling it and on some evenings it never really makes it to plates!  A glass of wine, a barstool, and a fork have been the setting for this dish on a few occasions - that's how tasty and inviting this recipe is!

I paired this salmon with some delicious roasted asparagus with red onions.  For that fantastic idea, check out Bo's Bowl!  You'll be amazed at the wonderful recipe ideas Bo has been cooking up!

Now here's a question that I've been trying to find an answer to...do you broil with the oven open or closed?

Thanks for stopping by!