INSIDE MOM'S KITCHEN: 7/20/08

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Who Is The Next Food Network Star?

Alright....

I was disappointed to see everyone stay this week.

Who do you think is the one left standing?

Adam, Lisa, or Aaron?
(photo courtesy of the foodnetwork.com)

They Grow 'Em Big Down Here

There is a famous weatherman in Sarasota, Florida.

The local news station, SNN, broadcast this...

It's always good for a laugh!

This reminds me of the bugs at the cottage and some other people I know! :)

This Week's Recipe

ROASTED VEGETABLE RUB

4 -6 c. rustic chopped vegetable variety
(options include, not limited to, onion, carrots, celery, yellow squash, zuccini, red pepper, anaheim chili pepper, garlic cloves)
2 - 4 T olive oil
1/2 t. cumin
1/2 t. smoked paprika
1 t. salt

Place chopped veges on baking tray. Coat with olive oil, spices. Toss and bake in 425 oven for approximately 30 minutes until tender, but firm.

TOMATO CHILI BASE

1 28oz. can san marzano tomatoes
2 c. canned crushed tomatoes
2 T olive oil
2 t. salt
1 t. garlic powder
1 t. chipotle chili powder
1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley
1 15 oz. can rinsed black beans
1 15 oz. can dark red kidney beans

Smash tomatoes and mix in dutch oven with crushed tomatoes. Add oil, seasonings. Allow to reduce by a third on medium low heat approximately 30 minutes. Add parsley at end when vegetables and beans are included. If using meat, add cooked beef with vegetables. Options include left over chopped pot roast or browned ground beef (1 pound total).

Serve with seasoned rice or elbow macaroni, and top with desired ingredients.