tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2089517782611018012024-03-25T07:05:56.147-07:00Kitchen CactusWhere a love for food and kitchen experiments come together.Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.comBlogger433125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-12607056093824912012024-03-24T17:15:00.000-07:002024-03-24T17:15:25.247-07:00Butternut Squash Soup<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdD2A5Nj55pvuYS2w37Pjc-OCwGqOiwUXidyK-L-7SHac2fMofwM0GA81yg2j7Xp6b8HUxgk6-EE2GIosXqKl9yxbuy7k_fus0mvR2ewRIx3mHpRY1VVlufCiO0H5jGzRzquul-G_5akfUG8aRau01yoFKYx7HlVgw34E6miXnYEorGoi2VjGPAxd_/s3245/IMG_0240.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3022" data-original-width="3245" height="298" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdD2A5Nj55pvuYS2w37Pjc-OCwGqOiwUXidyK-L-7SHac2fMofwM0GA81yg2j7Xp6b8HUxgk6-EE2GIosXqKl9yxbuy7k_fus0mvR2ewRIx3mHpRY1VVlufCiO0H5jGzRzquul-G_5akfUG8aRau01yoFKYx7HlVgw34E6miXnYEorGoi2VjGPAxd_/s320/IMG_0240.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><br><div><br></div>It's a cold a rainy day in Colorado, making this soup the perfect dish. It's easy, with simple ingredients, and turns out great every time. Leftovers will freeze well too.<span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2024/03/butternut-squash-soup.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-69133070286282752062023-06-20T16:15:00.000-07:002023-06-20T16:15:00.141-07:00Easy Enchiladas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju6RmOMzRDu5xm1_I52bcXr6KshFvUW9014ymgun2jYjCQWWicf9Un6Ig5AcJ1-Wcbo784SSW2EvGlsJJ-hAp2wfZdiBHevvyba3tjEO_5NaICKmENO7HHPKMxguI3RRg1xvRWetPLcWKxPJzFy9XgDS7FgAIm8cgr_i7e5jnlOEB6dNIURsj_-w/s3713/IMG_8412.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3713" data-original-width="2729" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju6RmOMzRDu5xm1_I52bcXr6KshFvUW9014ymgun2jYjCQWWicf9Un6Ig5AcJ1-Wcbo784SSW2EvGlsJJ-hAp2wfZdiBHevvyba3tjEO_5NaICKmENO7HHPKMxguI3RRg1xvRWetPLcWKxPJzFy9XgDS7FgAIm8cgr_i7e5jnlOEB6dNIURsj_-w/s320/IMG_8412.HEIC" width="235"></a></div><br><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">Enchiladas are a great idea when you're short on time or have leftover ingredients to use. This works great with leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken. You can also use leftover turkey. Feel free to sub cubed roasted sweet potatoes for the chicken to make the dish vegetarian. To keep this as simple as possible, I used pre-made enchilada sauce. </div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2023/06/easy-enchiladas.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-27003576623406721832023-05-23T16:31:00.001-07:002023-05-23T16:31:00.143-07:00Buffalo Chicken Dip<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOuijR5MMCuZZLb13qit6IWb-huD9aKDtZRQ33CMwlrHmMLODUwaHk9FNQ76KjFoxagnuD31owrJGYpaj_Bs5RK9gK84oDdF4bSl9p-CA-jzkrIAqxw-Vm5ah3E0XtVlAS5afDCb8juWuyexQjJWvk8nD58q6LRvelXcnGlM8zFgDK0VEuOop2Vg/s4032/IMG_8400.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2836" data-original-width="4032" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOuijR5MMCuZZLb13qit6IWb-huD9aKDtZRQ33CMwlrHmMLODUwaHk9FNQ76KjFoxagnuD31owrJGYpaj_Bs5RK9gK84oDdF4bSl9p-CA-jzkrIAqxw-Vm5ah3E0XtVlAS5afDCb8juWuyexQjJWvk8nD58q6LRvelXcnGlM8zFgDK0VEuOop2Vg/s320/IMG_8400.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div><br></div>This dip makes for a very easy appetizer that works great for a summer BBQ. You can make it a day prior and bake it the day you need it. I usually shred the chicken the day before and assemble and bake it the day I need it. Serve with corn chips (Fritos scoops work great), cut up veggies or crackers.<span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2023/05/buffalo-chicken-dip.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-66973123150677456272023-04-18T16:04:00.000-07:002023-04-18T16:04:00.159-07:00Mongolian Beef<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghrUmYU5m74yICDobaO1YlYoiLg2PZVqQ8Zj3Omu9xAE1zb8gm5A1cbY7Tw5YC5WI1HP896NoToj18o4AOal8vphYpvC4LEZyayYZmE5Z3L6_mykivh8SmVBvl8Zm4XrsECpsruyZp98pSOCDNF8jAo_sbyPALoAipOdspno0Ypd4nVm6nmYCsfA/s3273/IMG_8327.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2966" data-original-width="3273" height="290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghrUmYU5m74yICDobaO1YlYoiLg2PZVqQ8Zj3Omu9xAE1zb8gm5A1cbY7Tw5YC5WI1HP896NoToj18o4AOal8vphYpvC4LEZyayYZmE5Z3L6_mykivh8SmVBvl8Zm4XrsECpsruyZp98pSOCDNF8jAo_sbyPALoAipOdspno0Ypd4nVm6nmYCsfA/s320/IMG_8327.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">Mongolian beef is an easy weeknight dinner that tends to be a crowd pleaser. The ingredients are easy to find and the flavor is fantastic. Leftovers reheat well, and I have even frozen this when I have made too much for grab and go lunch options later in the month. Serve with rice or noodles.<br><br></div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2023/04/mongolian-beef.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-41947830165075782252023-03-21T16:39:00.002-07:002023-03-21T16:39:00.171-07:00Traditional Lasagna<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYm62Y6n2KV7A2MW8nODGKuHhqyqLEi_Ru_TkS-YnL7JS10pF9kh7uLwS-SbT7POPO93k-gv6VbHLNSkMgHk1TAnM9TNcF5tL6m4VrrhZ4cYfuuLW7vlR00i0fDjJa44uRGGNXLVyo4Rl2IURLoY-5XIDfNsHliPdFOFn6oToATWQ6v40TDQVzHQ/s3772/IMG_7892.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2883" data-original-width="3772" height="245" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYm62Y6n2KV7A2MW8nODGKuHhqyqLEi_Ru_TkS-YnL7JS10pF9kh7uLwS-SbT7POPO93k-gv6VbHLNSkMgHk1TAnM9TNcF5tL6m4VrrhZ4cYfuuLW7vlR00i0fDjJa44uRGGNXLVyo4Rl2IURLoY-5XIDfNsHliPdFOFn6oToATWQ6v40TDQVzHQ/s320/IMG_7892.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><br><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">Lasagna is a dish that I love, but don't make often because of how many leftovers I usually have. But when there's a crowd to cook for, it's a great option. This recipe turned out really well that it became my new go-to lasagna recipe.</div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2023/03/traditional-lasagna.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-71601503552155984192023-02-22T15:55:00.008-08:002023-03-14T12:28:01.300-07:00Classic Creamed Spinach<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWaUS6DrbQDwgiHUb1rLmoorboKG-a17p0VV9xrh9aHopII5CzL6qnVQ6FI8MJN1zy1OZ3sCS_X2iS-OcKfwphmOIKFMuHDzvhIWU-jwkw_TpjDLSeblz3CwJvBM9EYrpLNIuBmen6CU1z9yvBhSOnbMs6rYzZPbiOjUwxlN2NzyTuQRbEi3O08A/s4032/IMG_8409.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWaUS6DrbQDwgiHUb1rLmoorboKG-a17p0VV9xrh9aHopII5CzL6qnVQ6FI8MJN1zy1OZ3sCS_X2iS-OcKfwphmOIKFMuHDzvhIWU-jwkw_TpjDLSeblz3CwJvBM9EYrpLNIuBmen6CU1z9yvBhSOnbMs6rYzZPbiOjUwxlN2NzyTuQRbEi3O08A/s320/IMG_8409.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><br>I recently made this creamed spinach when I had some seemingly random ingredients left in my fridge before a vacation. This is a traditional creamed spinach recipe, like something you'd find at an American steakhouse. Feel free to make modifications based on what you have at home. You can use different onions or sub cream for the milk if needed.</div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2023/02/classic-creamed-spinach.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-91358498831611610742022-12-09T07:54:00.007-08:002022-12-09T07:54:57.453-08:00Lamb Kofta<div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigf816rL6uQ7K7CRhpHVawLRiDElD5KE2XqN8eS-7kU5T3Lu7D_r6s4wvA4zdqU4gBXFxrIRQIRuM7DY4uxmLYJgWBUG1htfi6Ypn7W35lMUl03qm6C_j8jbQ6F1nJK7XxoIwmfzh53821OQGPadFH2rTCGkkVVjWLINb6FbB6DxPPhMITxjZ-tQ/s3192/IMG_7927.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3021" data-original-width="3192" height="303" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigf816rL6uQ7K7CRhpHVawLRiDElD5KE2XqN8eS-7kU5T3Lu7D_r6s4wvA4zdqU4gBXFxrIRQIRuM7DY4uxmLYJgWBUG1htfi6Ypn7W35lMUl03qm6C_j8jbQ6F1nJK7XxoIwmfzh53821OQGPadFH2rTCGkkVVjWLINb6FbB6DxPPhMITxjZ-tQ/s320/IMG_7927.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br></span></div><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight
dinner, lamb koftas are a great choice. I serve these with a yogurt sauce,
tomato cucumber salad, pita, babaganoush and roasted veggies for a complete
meal. For an even easier option, stuff your pita with yogurt sauce, hummus, or
your favorite spread, add the koftas and top with tomato cucumber salads or
just sliced tomatoes.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br><span></span></span></div><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2022/12/lamb-kofta.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-70562783307626932332022-04-07T11:19:00.002-07:002022-04-07T11:19:15.732-07:00Lemon Crinkle Cookies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh_aTb3g1yyL2UI8bHFGyCs3Y0Gf_iVme7L7OLdkJ_A4ZSY8y4hfk8ev_t9vTEHQ677EeKHQw_RzivY7UweyVywTNk9PrLDcvqsXXJgSv8wEHVU2pRKvLxoS9UBuhhP7jl5Z-SAFoqP_dQukCUet_gdBOPsbd_zpeXyi7WUPAAhdR_FgJzbsrUcg/s3533/IMG_6130.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2916" data-original-width="3533" height="264" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh_aTb3g1yyL2UI8bHFGyCs3Y0Gf_iVme7L7OLdkJ_A4ZSY8y4hfk8ev_t9vTEHQ677EeKHQw_RzivY7UweyVywTNk9PrLDcvqsXXJgSv8wEHVU2pRKvLxoS9UBuhhP7jl5Z-SAFoqP_dQukCUet_gdBOPsbd_zpeXyi7WUPAAhdR_FgJzbsrUcg/s320/IMG_6130.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">Lemon cookies are probably one of my favorite types. These crinkle cookies are quick and easy. Err on the side of under baking them to keep the center chewy. You can store them in an airtight container for a few days. One note on baking time, if using a dark baking sheet, your cookies will bake faster.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTrQsIAAD5bFH8iNGhr2qbrSelreZCvzErfZ8GjHks5QS7ZsOshkBYBUGaeS0JQfRw16H0ZUhIid9k3glTKU_GHqaNyyncqY9VyjiUe5xmasJpc4NX7ZOHju4tFb7YqNFEnsT72rb7rzOGMsR8NBjAFVt7SLA5SObd0mqWa4Czi4v59yvPdNQvaA/s4032/IMG_6120.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTrQsIAAD5bFH8iNGhr2qbrSelreZCvzErfZ8GjHks5QS7ZsOshkBYBUGaeS0JQfRw16H0ZUhIid9k3glTKU_GHqaNyyncqY9VyjiUe5xmasJpc4NX7ZOHju4tFb7YqNFEnsT72rb7rzOGMsR8NBjAFVt7SLA5SObd0mqWa4Czi4v59yvPdNQvaA/s320/IMG_6120.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><span></span><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2022/04/lemon-crinkle-cookies.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-58685490297565872422022-02-24T13:50:00.022-08:002022-02-24T13:50:00.171-08:00Cinnamon Pancakes with Maple Apple Topping<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAGoXNK3jHjkYGHIcz2seNFMSpL5hgFtdxnXXU_HA6K7eLDNjkm7NKu-f3VPqI-RWB9qVMDbt9FVrKyzmsXJNEDkKazDp5NThtzXD_HZdIe1AymY9jsXSpO3T06Z_UYJzf_wExm1Vo_3qEtlC1FMATS_UU-lVNAONWhJUheEGLWO_xmDFe7GHMfg=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAGoXNK3jHjkYGHIcz2seNFMSpL5hgFtdxnXXU_HA6K7eLDNjkm7NKu-f3VPqI-RWB9qVMDbt9FVrKyzmsXJNEDkKazDp5NThtzXD_HZdIe1AymY9jsXSpO3T06Z_UYJzf_wExm1Vo_3qEtlC1FMATS_UU-lVNAONWhJUheEGLWO_xmDFe7GHMfg=s320" width="320"></a></div>This recipe is an easy breakfast or brunch recipe that comes together with basic ingredients you may already have at home. It looks like more work than it really is. If serving more than 4, I would increase the recipe. This makes about 9 pancakes.</div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2022/02/cinnamon-pancakes-with-maple-apple.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-24956732129898909122022-02-10T13:32:00.004-08:002022-02-10T13:32:00.168-08:00Shrimp Scampi over Pearled Couscous<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj_LJq6gvMCJllAS0bVueuLc9aVCtnDoO-OAVyK_ENG4l7V-Fphx6mKyQ3KcAPLopiH7rC5gGX0JZfpQWHI8jJBHlpKuiIXugpmx6Arhwny6kFQwMEq99Us3pz_OMUtCFSOGgQfnhF7c0b3WB2mz312Op3OiuWhpi6ZQo4MbyWLtzPdmRtExN7t2g=s3385" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2841" data-original-width="3385" height="269" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj_LJq6gvMCJllAS0bVueuLc9aVCtnDoO-OAVyK_ENG4l7V-Fphx6mKyQ3KcAPLopiH7rC5gGX0JZfpQWHI8jJBHlpKuiIXugpmx6Arhwny6kFQwMEq99Us3pz_OMUtCFSOGgQfnhF7c0b3WB2mz312Op3OiuWhpi6ZQo4MbyWLtzPdmRtExN7t2g=s320" width="320"></a></div></div><br>If you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner that requires little effort but packs a lot of flavor, this is it. It's like a traditional shrimp scampi, but I love that the couscous soaks up the sauce and becomes just as flavorsome. Serve with a salad and warm crusty bread.<br></div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2022/02/shrimp-scampi-over-pearled-couscous.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-85904643434540333002022-01-27T10:29:00.001-08:002022-01-27T10:29:00.165-08:00Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FlRWKF5azwg/Ya-olZZzJjI/AAAAAAAAJOU/Onn36W1UNCIylvupgug8_2BpydmO3F9CwCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_5558.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FlRWKF5azwg/Ya-olZZzJjI/AAAAAAAAJOU/Onn36W1UNCIylvupgug8_2BpydmO3F9CwCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_5558.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">I have been making fish tacos for years, but this recipe has become a favorite. The slaw and chipotle mayo add so much flavor to the fish that you won't need more toppings.</div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2022/01/fish-tacos-with-cilantro-lime-slaw.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-28241627851277884032022-01-13T10:21:00.002-08:002022-01-28T13:52:18.666-08:00Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Zz34vCCVOgY/Ya-nys9WLSI/AAAAAAAAJOI/qUxE1Qna4WMRvA3uAN4X7G40ak2uTNDDgCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_5599.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Zz34vCCVOgY/Ya-nys9WLSI/AAAAAAAAJOI/qUxE1Qna4WMRvA3uAN4X7G40ak2uTNDDgCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_5599.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">These glazed carrots were a new addition to my family's Thanksgiving this year, and they have now become something I make regularly. They're easy, but a total crowd pleaser. Carrots are a very simple side dish, but adding the brown sugar brings out their natural sweetness and enhances the flavor.</div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2022/01/brown-sugar-gazed-carrots.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-30928802424174233042021-12-30T14:49:00.001-08:002021-12-30T14:49:00.182-08:00Portuguese Peri Peri Chicken and Potatoes<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9d4XW3gSvKc/YYrtzBCzBLI/AAAAAAAAJJo/TBxr6I-Wso0N73kj_hgtRdGDjFiGlkqHACPcBGAsYHg/s3661/IMG_5521.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3661" height="264" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9d4XW3gSvKc/YYrtzBCzBLI/AAAAAAAAJJo/TBxr6I-Wso0N73kj_hgtRdGDjFiGlkqHACPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_5521.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div>I recently discovered this recipe and it has quickly become a weeknight favorite. There is so much flavor coming the sauce that it tastes great even without the cilantro yogurt sauce. If you're in a rush, feel free to skip that step and just make the chicken and potatoes with the peri peri sauce. Using chicken on the bone means that leftover will still be juicy the next day.</div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/12/portuguese-peri-peri-chicken-and.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-67576463545730473582021-12-16T08:21:00.000-08:002021-12-16T08:21:00.172-08:00Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TIp5c-UxdAM/YXGGZH-EtBI/AAAAAAAAJEg/YQm8jd3UEJY_cfabL3ZPi9OjrCHO9xmHACPcBGAsYHg/s3828/IMG_5383.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3828" height="253" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TIp5c-UxdAM/YXGGZH-EtBI/AAAAAAAAJEg/YQm8jd3UEJY_cfabL3ZPi9OjrCHO9xmHACPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_5383.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div> I am always dabbling in a variety of chocolate chip cookie recipes. Personally I prefer a soft and chewy chocolate chip cookie. This recipe is one of my favorites. If your over temperature runs accurately, trust the timing on this. It may seem a little under baked, but will have a great texture. These will keep for a week store in an airtight container at room temperature.</div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/12/chewy-chocolate-chip-cookies.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-49203391612391430422021-12-02T08:18:00.002-08:002021-12-02T08:18:00.160-08:00Leftover Chicken Curry<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-G74NRF6ns_c/YXL1YlDp_VI/AAAAAAAAJGo/ESmIKN3m8MAHb3D_pVfSXsxXzPLHislVACPcBGAsYHg/s3945/IMG_5419.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2855" data-original-width="3945" height="232" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-G74NRF6ns_c/YXL1YlDp_VI/AAAAAAAAJGo/ESmIKN3m8MAHb3D_pVfSXsxXzPLHislVACPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_5419.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div>If you're looking for an easy weeknight dinner, this curry is it. Use almost any leftover chicken you have. This works well with rotisserie, roasted, or grilled chicken. I have made this with leftover cut up Peruvian chicken and it is still delicious. You can add or subtract vegetables to this as well based on what you have at home. If you want a spicier curry, add some chopped serrano pepper with your spices.</div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/12/leftover-chicken-curry.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-87325311104911795462021-11-18T10:49:00.004-08:002021-11-18T10:49:00.191-08:00Autumn Apple and Candied Pecan Salad<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6RDPYupAmNg/YXGsyYzCYqI/AAAAAAAAJFM/pLpHED7KWQkiGiGSCq7kzFBppGDv8l-swCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_5387.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6RDPYupAmNg/YXGsyYzCYqI/AAAAAAAAJFM/pLpHED7KWQkiGiGSCq7kzFBppGDv8l-swCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_5387.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">If you're looking for a festive fall salad, this is an great option. It's a sort of Waldorf inspired salad that has a simple dressing which works well with the flavors coming through from the salad. To keep it easier, feel free to use store bought candied pecans or walnuts. You can also sub goat cheese for blue cheese if you're not a blue cheese fan.</div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/11/autumn-apple-and-candied-pecan-salad.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-76036451327434185692021-11-04T10:32:00.001-07:002021-11-04T10:32:00.173-07:00Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Loaf<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9NwrdyFY1ok/YXL5Un0FQDI/AAAAAAAAJHU/eGxnyDJ6UD49fayv9tFGHPoCobPiKI-2wCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_5460.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9NwrdyFY1ok/YXL5Un0FQDI/AAAAAAAAJHU/eGxnyDJ6UD49fayv9tFGHPoCobPiKI-2wCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_5460.HEIC" width="240"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div>Though pumpkin desserts are not my personal favorite, I still like baking them for friends and family. This is a very easy and forgiving recipe. You can leave out the chocolate chips, or add in some chopped nuts. Baking times will vary based on your loaf pan shape. I use a traditional loaf pan as well as one that is longer and less wide, which needed less time in the oven.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SnK96y_HgrQ/YXL5UoVtRtI/AAAAAAAAJHU/UHveBBhW9yw_Ooz-c2C2jmNZ7LRalYyGQCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_5459.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SnK96y_HgrQ/YXL5UoVtRtI/AAAAAAAAJHU/UHveBBhW9yw_Ooz-c2C2jmNZ7LRalYyGQCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_5459.HEIC" width="320"></a></div></div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/11/chocolate-chip-pumpkin-loaf.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-16041648718352775372021-10-21T09:51:00.005-07:002021-10-21T09:51:00.220-07:00Midwestern Chili<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LJH-zRCg3P0/YV8o3QOM9tI/AAAAAAAAJCA/z7FO4rXuE3UWT4oqCwRJRlHa4-SIaureACPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_4690.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LJH-zRCg3P0/YV8o3QOM9tI/AAAAAAAAJCA/z7FO4rXuE3UWT4oqCwRJRlHa4-SIaureACPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_4690.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">This recipe comes from my friend who grew up in the Midwest. It's what I consider a very traditional American chili. We've made it ahead of time for camping trips and it has always been a success. It makes a great chili dog option too. It tastes even better on day 2. </div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/10/midwestern-chili.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-24189628274586983952021-10-06T10:50:00.000-07:002021-10-06T10:50:00.221-07:00Spinach and Cheese Strata<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mxaw9hhHpmI/YKvq4A21UqI/AAAAAAAAIz4/IWY2LhOW5IQvNNdgwqoK5qow5aZq7xTCACPcBGAsYHg/s3840/IMG_4233.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2880" data-original-width="3840" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mxaw9hhHpmI/YKvq4A21UqI/AAAAAAAAIz4/IWY2LhOW5IQvNNdgwqoK5qow5aZq7xTCACPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_4233.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">This is one of my favorite brunch recipes. You do most of the work the night prior and before your guests arrive all you have to do is bake it. Leftovers taste great too.</div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/10/spinach-and-cheese-strata.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-10739838983572073082021-09-22T13:58:00.002-07:002021-10-07T10:08:02.910-07:00Quiche Lorraine: Bacon, Cheese and Onion Quiche<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oNYvelW-zys/YJBp1VkP78I/AAAAAAAAIvo/MRL-iReLpd8oxUmWUUu982nT-k_91mBQwCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_4062.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oNYvelW-zys/YJBp1VkP78I/AAAAAAAAIvo/MRL-iReLpd8oxUmWUUu982nT-k_91mBQwCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_4062.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">Quiche Lorraine is a classic quiche recipe that never fails. It's a crowd pleaser and is usually devoured quickly whenever I serve it. I've simplified the ingredients a little bit so they are all very easy to find. Feel free to use a store bought pie crust if you prefer.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-A98RoGg_FHo/YJBp4yyuibI/AAAAAAAAIvs/KLIwpKNZstcr5mvYClg1G8bIRv8UTBMkQCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_4071.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-A98RoGg_FHo/YJBp4yyuibI/AAAAAAAAIvs/KLIwpKNZstcr5mvYClg1G8bIRv8UTBMkQCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_4071.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/09/quiche-lorraine-bacon-cheese-and-onion.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-69259984358229331562021-09-08T09:25:00.001-07:002021-09-08T09:25:00.175-07:00Peach Jam<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-neAi-HD74FA/YS5b7UDvJrI/AAAAAAAAI_o/Dn6fwiXkz5g6BTdJ0Z8lBwvkrws_MlETwCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_4843.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-neAi-HD74FA/YS5b7UDvJrI/AAAAAAAAI_o/Dn6fwiXkz5g6BTdJ0Z8lBwvkrws_MlETwCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_4843.HEIC" width="240"></a></div><br><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">I have a peach tree in my yard that had one of the best fruit seasons this summer. That also meant that no matter how many peaches I gave away, there were still too many to know wat to do with. I figured I would dabble in canning and making peach jam. Though it can be a time consuming process, it's actually easy to do.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tbBOw45jm60/YS5b9w3VISI/AAAAAAAAI_s/I2kA0ZonujIkP69QtL92vjHUb5NJcZ5BQCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_4835.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tbBOw45jm60/YS5b9w3VISI/AAAAAAAAI_s/I2kA0ZonujIkP69QtL92vjHUb5NJcZ5BQCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_4835.HEIC" width="240"></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/09/peach-jam.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-82090728642132780842021-08-25T10:45:00.007-07:002021-08-25T10:45:00.179-07:00Honey Lime Fruit Salad<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uhhE27LujeE/YKvnQI_kHBI/AAAAAAAAIzw/jzeFda42Wbcbsa6XB7uRj9fCUV6V8fk-wCPcBGAsYHg/s3888/IMG_4220.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3021" data-original-width="3888" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uhhE27LujeE/YKvnQI_kHBI/AAAAAAAAIzw/jzeFda42Wbcbsa6XB7uRj9fCUV6V8fk-wCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_4220.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">If you're looking for a new way to make fruit salad, give this a try. The honey and lime juice add a great flavor while the fruits themselves offer something much more exciting that what is sometimes served as a fruit salad.</div><div><span></span></div><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/08/honey-lime-fruit-salad.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-13902025847170026592021-08-18T11:03:00.000-07:002021-08-31T11:15:37.690-07:00Marinated Eggplant<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QKC3YtHckcQ/YS5xZ8F-vzI/AAAAAAAAI_4/MjzzEtWMKRkiEFIuCRMv1jbj6pYTJ0WYACPcBGAsYHg/s3850/IMG_4857.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3850" height="251" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QKC3YtHckcQ/YS5xZ8F-vzI/AAAAAAAAI_4/MjzzEtWMKRkiEFIuCRMv1jbj6pYTJ0WYACPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_4857.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div><br></div>I always enjoy having a variety of prepared veggies in my fridge. These can be enjoyed as a standalone snack, or added in to another dish. With marinated eggplant, they are delicious on sandwiches or served on top of a crusty bread.<span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/08/marinated-eggplant.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-22301281811965493562021-08-18T09:07:00.000-07:002021-08-18T09:07:00.177-07:005 Ingredient Lime Pie<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HxvQ2d-odtU/YKvR6aLEMHI/AAAAAAAAIx4/VuZ_p3JBvIgIv9LFWVklbh7XidVtmmeDwCPcBGAsYHg/s3184/IMG_4253.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3184" data-original-width="2889" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HxvQ2d-odtU/YKvR6aLEMHI/AAAAAAAAIx4/VuZ_p3JBvIgIv9LFWVklbh7XidVtmmeDwCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_4253.HEIC"></a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">This lime dessert is an easy, low effort pie that tastes amazing. It's a perfect balance of sweet and tart and a definite crowd pleaser. You can easily make this the day before you need it. Feel free to decorate with whipped cream, lime slices or lime zest. You can also make these individual lime pies, just cut the baking time by about half.</div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/08/5-ingredient-lime-pie.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208951778261101801.post-57499537373132720122021-08-04T09:31:00.002-07:002021-08-04T09:31:00.171-07:00Grilled Tandoori Style Chicken<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XHGcp-XD0uA/YKvYWhY1skI/AAAAAAAAIyM/Ftf2Yp-J__Uxw11SqMtBFj1lUvYdJB_DgCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_4086.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XHGcp-XD0uA/YKvYWhY1skI/AAAAAAAAIyM/Ftf2Yp-J__Uxw11SqMtBFj1lUvYdJB_DgCPcBGAsYHg/s320/IMG_4086.HEIC" width="320"></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">My go to barbecue meat will most likely always be chicken thighs. Their flavor and general easy of grilling have won me over. Unlike chicken breast, if you lave these on for a minute or two too long, they will still be juicy and taste great. This recipe is another easy but very flavorful way to grill chicken. You can put the meat on skewers or just grill the chicken thighs straight on the grill.<br></div><span></span><a href="http://kitchencactus.blogspot.com/2021/08/grilled-tandoori-style-chicken.html#more">Read more »</a>Kitchen Cactushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09149046070505936717noreply@blogger.com0