Salted Caramel Apple Pie

 

 

We got some great apples when we went apple picking locally and I couldn't wait to try this new recipe. I also sprinkled some salted caramel sauce on top for the last 10-15 minutes of baking. Was a great apple pie. Here is the link to the recipe:

 

 

http://sallysbakingaddiction.com/2013/07/04/salted-caramel-apple-pie/



 

Pumpkin Nutella Swirl Muffins

These were a great after dinner treat and combines two of my favorites - Pumpkin and Nutella. I love this time of year year and become a little pumpkin obsessed sometimes. I made this and had them in the oven while making dinner. They made the kitchen smell great. Here is the link to the recipe:


http://www.thenovicechefblog.com/2013/09/pumpkin-nutella-swirl-muffins/

Bowtie Chicken Alfredo

This is a great quick and easy meal to make after working all day. Was much better than store bought alfredo sauce - lighter and not as heavy as that jar stuff. I love quick meals like this especially after a long day at work when I want to make us a good meal, but not one that takes long to make. Here is the link to the recipe:

http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2012/12/bowtie-chicken-alfredo/

Pork and Noodle Stir Fry

I found this recipe on pinterest, instead of Ramen noodles as used in the recipe I used udon noodles I had in the house. We love making stir frys and this one was amazing. Will definitely be making it again. Here's the link to this recipe:

http://www.julieseatsandtreats.com/2013/08/pork-ramen-stir-fry/

Red Sauce Chicken Marsala

I got this recipe from the latest Rachael Ray Magazine Was so good and had plenty of leftovers for lunches this week. I love Chicken Marsala and I like this different take on it.

• handful of dried mushrooms
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 8 chicken thighs
• salt and pepper
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3/4 lbs sliced mushrooms
• 2 lg shallots, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup marsala
• your favorite garlic bread to serve alongside

1. In a small saucepan cook the dried mushrooms in the stock at a low, rolling boil until the mushrooms soften an liquid reduces slightly. About 10-15 minutes.
2. Meanwhile in a large deep skillet heat olive oil over medium high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook till browned on both sides. Transfer to plate.
3. Add the butter and sliced fresh mushrooms to the skillet and cook until lightly browned. Add shallots, garlic and thyme and season with salt and pepper.
4. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for about a minute.
5. Add the tomatoes and marsala and bring to a simmer.
6. Add the dried mushrooms you hydrated and the reduced stock.
7. Return chicken to pan and cook through about 5-10 minutes.

Caprese Garlic Bread

I always love to try new recipes to go with dinner and this was amazing. Will definitely be making this for our next dinner party.  Don't know what I'd do without pinterest to find these recipes. Here's the link to the recipe:

http://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/caprese-garlic-bread/

Waffles

Since we had a day off together and had no plans other then keeping an eye on Princess I figured I'd make us a nice breakfast. So I googled a waffle recipe and made bacon and eggs to go with it. I whipped the egg whites before adding to the mixture and they were very light and fluffy. Here's the link to the waffle recipe:

http://www.reciperoll.com/2013/03/basic-waffles-how-to-make-fluffy-waffles.html