Confessions of a Serial Entertainer review-giveaway #serialentertainer

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Cindy Kerschner

March Madness continues with one last cookbook/entertaining giveaway!

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I received a free copy of Confessions of a Serial Entertainer to review and one to give away. I received no additional compensation. All opinions are my own.
I confess! I confess! I hate nothing more than a pompous chef pushing his (or her) latest cutting edge recipes, exquisite entertaining, must have darling, how did you ever survive without advice/cookbook.
That is why I truly believe you will enjoy, Confessions of a Serial Entertainer by Steven Stolman.
Stolman takes you behind the scenes to a well-thought out cocktail party, dinner for the boss, family get togethers and even game day festivities. This book offers ideas on dealing with guests, insight to menu planning and recipes for any occasion. Stolman delivers his advice à la carte and sprinkled with humor.

Some topics covered include:

  • What to wear for formal or casual affairs
  • How to handle Hostess gifts
  • When the party’s over (time for guests to leave)

From the Publisher, Gibbs Smith:
Confessions of a Serial Entertainer, dishes up anecdotes and menus that will give any novice confidence to host a party, and will inspire even seasoned hosts to simplify and enjoy the get-together.
Steven Stolman is the author of 40 Year of Fabulous and Scalamandré: Haute Décor. He divides his time among homes in Palm Beach, New York, and Milwaukee.

Purchase your own copy directly from Gibbs Smith at HERE

At Amazon: HERE

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Honey Lemon Shrimp #SundaySupper

Posted on March 22, 2015 by Cindy Kerschner

Honey Lemon Shrimp

Welcome to a Spring Fling Sunday Supper!

I’ve never been a fan of cold and snowy winters but I can appreciate the beauty of a clear winter sky. The stars look amazing on a coal black backdrop. Snow clinging on bare tree branches like frosting on a cake. So pretty.
The same goes for the pastels of spring. Early crocus in purple, white striped and yellow. Popping their heads through bits of soil and leftover snow.

Honey Lemon Shrimp brings spring feel to your plate! Bright yellow lemon washes away winter’s gray. Pink shrimp and fresh, green thyme add a bit of color I need right about now.
Thanks to our hosts for Spring Fling,  DB (aka Foodie Stuntman) of Crazy Foodie Stunts and Valerie of Lifestyle Food Artistry!

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Honey Lemon Shrimp #SundaySupper

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • salt and pepper
  • 8 ounces pasta, (angel hair, spaghetti)
  • reserved pasta water

Instructions

  • Whisk together in a baking dish, oil, honey, lemon juice, thyme, soy sauce, salt and pepper. Add shrimp and marinate for 30 minutes.
  • While shrimp marinates, Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain reserving pasta water.
  • Cook shrimp in marinade in a 350 degree oven until pink and thoroughly cooked. About 10 minutes, depending on size. Flip shrimp halfway through cooking time.
  • Add cooked pasta. Stir. Add pasta water as necessary to coat and thicken sauce.
  • Serve with grated lemon zest and Parmesan cheese if desired.
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Healthy Stuffed Pepper Soup #RecipeRedux

Posted on March 22, 2015 by Cindy Kerschner

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Sometimes I over cook. I don’t mean soggy green beans or dried out chicken. I mean way too much food. Although with stuffed peppers that could be a good thing.
Healthy Stuffed Pepper Soup turns those leftover chicken, brown rice and mushroom packed red bell pepper in to a delicious soup.

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It just so happens this month our Recipe ReDux Challenge is:
All about cooking once and eating twice.
In short, double dinners are better. Show us how you take a favorite recipe already on your blog – and ReDux the leftovers into a new dish. Or, whip up a new healthy recipe and give suggestions on how to make it a second meal. For example, slow cooker pot roast could become shredded beef tacos; or grilled chicken breasts might morph into chicken salad.
Spring doesn’t mean it is time to stop eating soup. I just lighten it up a little. These stuffed red peppers boast ground chicken, brown rice, mushrooms and spinach. I like using red or orange bell peppers instead of green ones. Its a personal preference. Use what you like.
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To make the soup, I added low-fat chicken broth and fresh tomatoes. So good!

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Healthy Stuffed Pepper Soup #RecipeRedux

Ingredients

  • 2 large red bell peppers
  • 1/2 pound ground chicken
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, divided
  • 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms (I use portabella)
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 jar spaghetti sauce or homemade sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 large tomato roughly chopped

Instructions

  • Cut peppers in half and steam for 2 to 3 minutes to soften. Place halves in baking dish.
  • Mix together chicken, rice, 1/2 cup spinach, mushrooms, thyme and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Loosely stuff peppers. Cover with sauce and bake at 350 for about 40 minutes and chicken is completely cooked.
  • To make soup, break up peppers in a 3 quart saucepan.
  • Add broth, fresh tomato and 1/2 cup spinach.
  • Simmer until thoroughly heated and tomatoes are cooked.
  • Serve alone or with bread or salad.
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Cauliflower Cheddar Cornbread Stuffing #CIC

Posted on March 20, 2015 by Cindy Kerschner

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Cauliflower Cheddar Cornbread
Hi Everyone and welcome to another Crazy Ingredient Challenge.
What its all about:
CIC- Crazy Ingredient Challenge where bloggers are given 2 ingredients to create a NEW and original recipe, all are posted and linked up on the 20th of each month. Participation is NOT mandatory each month. Jump in when you can.

Thank you R. Dawn from Spatulas On Parade for hosting this event!
This month’s 2 ingredients were CAULIFLOWER and CHEESE !

That may not sound so crazy to you, but besides Cheddar Cauliflower Soup, I never really put those together. So, why not? It is a delicious combination.
I love cornbread stuffing. Sometimes it just tastes better with cheddar. Now it tastes even better with cauliflower! Cauliflower Cheddar Cornbread Stuffing!

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Cauliflower Cheddar Cornbread Stuffing

Cauliflower Cheddar Cornbread Stuffing

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cornbread stuffing
  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
  • 2 cloves roasted garlic

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Place cauliflower on baking sheet. Drizzle with oil. salt and pepper to taste.
  • Roast until browned and tender
  • Combine all ingredients. Place in casserole dishes and bake at 350 until browned and cheese is melted.
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