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Parmesan Coated Baked Fish

May 8, 2009 By The Recipe Mom Leave a Comment

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What You Need:

1 1/2 C seasoned bread crumbs
1 (8 oz.) container sour cream
2 T onion soup mix
2 1/2 lbs. frozen fish fillets, thawed and cut into serving size pieces
1/4 C butter, melted
1/2 C Parmesan cheese, shredded

How to Make It:

Allow the oven to preheat to 425 degrees.
Spray a large baking dish well with a non stick cooking spray.
Place the bread crumbs into a shallow bowl.
Blend the sour cream and soup mix together until well combined.
Place the pieces of fish into the sour cream mixture coating well.
Roll the coated fish through the bread crumbs until completely covered.
Place the fish into the prepared baking dish.
Trickle the melted butter over the fish.
Bake uncovered for 12 minutes.
Remove the fish and sprinkle the cheese over the top of all the fish.
Return to the oven and bake an additional 5 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the cheese has begun to melt.

Makes 8 servings

Preparation time: approximately 12 minutes
Baking time: approximately 17 minutes
Total time: approximately 29 minutes

Fresh fish fillets can be used in place of the frozen fish if you prefer. Add a nice salad, a bowl of fresh fruit and a special dessert to completely your Mother’s Day meal.

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Host a Mother-Daughter Tea Party

May 7, 2009 By The Recipe Mom 1 Comment

teaMother’s Day is right around the corner. Now is the time to start planning your special activities for this special day. Have you ever considered a Mother-Daughter tea party? This can include family and friends also. Below are just a few ideas to get your tea party rolling.

Keep in mind that simple is better. If you keep things simple it will be easier and more elegant without all of the worries. Don’t have a full tea set sitting around? You can find some very nice sets in places like Goodwill, flea markets or thrift stores at a very reasonable price. Another idea is to ask everyone to bring their own special set. This will allow everyone to tell why these sets are so special to them.

First things first, decide on a particular theme for your tea party. Below are three simple yet special themes you can try.

The Mother-Daughter Theme

This works well with Mothers who have grown up daughters. Keep the decorations simple like small flower arrangements that will grace the table alongside the tea cups and saucers. This setting will be pleasing to the eyes and the heart. The menu can consist of finger sandwiches, cookies and scones. Have the Mothers and daughters write a note or letter to each sharing how much they love and appreciate each other.

The Mommy & Me Theme

For the Moms of younger girls this will be really cute. Mom can dress up elegantly and the girls can rummage through Mom’s closet to find dresses, shoes, gloves and jewelry to be equally as elegant as Mom. This tea party can include cookies or simple finger foods along with lemonade, punch or hot chocolate. Create the invitations to request every child to bring a stuffed animal guest to share the table.

The Summer Time Tea Party

We all know that Mother’s Day is celebrated in May. This is just prior to the official start of the summer season. Why not take this opportunity to serve flavored iced tea instead. Instead of tea cups use iced tea glasses and serve the typical summer time appetizers. Everyone can dress in straw hats, sunglasses and flip-flops or sandals. This should get you excited about the warmer weather to come.

Brewing tea actually isn’t that difficult. Once you learn the ins and outs you will be able to brew the perfect pot of tea. You can start by purchasing the sampler boxes of tea. This will allow everyone a choice. You can also add flavorings to a glass of iced tea for a refreshing taste.

These are just a few suggestions for a Mother- Daughter tea party. These ideas will make your tea party a success and allow you to have fun and enjoy each others company. Who knows this could become a tradition that could last for generations to come.

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Onion and Bacon Rib Roast

May 7, 2009 By The Recipe Mom Leave a Comment

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What You Need:

1 (4 to 5 lb.) bone in rib roast
1 garlic clove, minced
1 t salt
1/2 t pepper
1 onion, sliced
8 strips of bacon

How to Make It:

Allow the oven to heat to 325 degrees.
Place the roast on a rack placed in a shallow baking dish fat side up.
Rub the garlic over the entire roast.
Sprinkle the entire roast with the salt and pepper.
Lay the sliced onions over the top of the roast.
Place the strips of bacon evenly over the onions.
Bake, uncovered until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the meat reads 160 to 170 degrees, about 3 hours.
Place the cooked roast on a meat platter and allow standing 15 minutes before carving.

Makes 10 servings

Preparation time: approximately 15 minutes
Cooking time: approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes
Total time: approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes

This elegant but very simple meal will knock Mom off her feet. Add a salad and baked potato and she’ll know just how much you care. It’s so simple to prepare and while it’s roasting you can pamper Mom in other ways.

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Sweet and Spicy Rice Dinner

May 6, 2009 By The Recipe Mom 1 Comment

pinkrose
What You Need:

1 T olive oil
1 (20 oz.) can pineapple chunks in their own juice
12 oz. ham, cooked and coarsely chopped
1 C sweet red pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
1/2 (15 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14.8 oz) pkg. long grain rice, cooked

How to Make It:

Place the oil in a skillet placed over medium heat and allow the oil to become hot.
Reserve the juice from the pineapple.
Stir the pineapple into the skillet and cook 3 minutes or until browned on all sides, stirring frequently.
Transfer the pineapple to a bowl and cover loosely with foil to keep warm
Place the ham into the skillet.
Stir in the red pepper and jalapeno pepper until well combined.
Cook the mixture for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add the beans and rice and stir until well combined.
Cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently or until the mixture is completely heated through.
Transfer to a serving bowl and stir in the pineapple and the pineapple juice.

Makes 4 servings

Just a scrumptious dessert to this main dish and you will have a special meal ready for Mom to enjoy on her day.

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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

May 5, 2009 By The Recipe Mom Leave a Comment

pottedflowersMother’s Day was created to honor the job of being a Mother. It’s not just about giving gifts and eating good food. The tradition of honoring Mother’s dates back to the time of gods and goddesses. The United States, Mexico and Canada did not recognize and celebrate Mother’s Day until 1908. Over 40 countries were recognizing and celebrating Mother’s Day by the year 1948, but it was not observed on the same day.

In 1948 the United States Congress officially approved Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day has been celebrated on the second Sunday in May ever since then. Do you need some ideas for what you will be doing this Mother’s Day to honor your mother? Below is a short list of things you can do for your mother to show her how much she is appreciated.

Give Mom Flowers

Two popular flower choices are roses, of course, and carnations. Florists actually see more sales on Mother’s Day than on Valentine’s Day. Not only are there flowers but another idea is plants. This works great if your Mother has a green thumb and likes to work in the garden.

Treat Mom to a Daily Outing

Who knows your Mom better than you do? Take her somewhere she would enjoy for her special day. Does she like the museum or the zoo? Maybe she would prefer a trip to a nearby city or maybe even a long weekend away. Maybe she would prefer to just stay near home and have a picnic or go out to her favorite restaurant for a special Mother’s Day meal.

Take Mom Out To Eat

Food will most likely be taking a starring role in the honoring of your Mother this Mother’s Day. Take her out for brunch or even an elaborate dinner. Finding out what your Mother prefers in advance will help you to make those Mother’s Day plans.

Give a Mother’s Day Gift

The gift that you give your Mother on Mother’s Day will represent your love and appreciation for her. This will require some careful thought to giving her something she will enjoy. If you’re Mother loves to read why not buy her books? Maybe she has had her eye on one in particular. If she rarely gets the time to read you can give her a few hours or maybe even the whole day to do just that. Whatever gifts you choose to give your Mom make sure that you put careful consideration into what she desires.

Honoring your Mother on Mother’s Day will be about the memories that you make this day and throughout the years. Almost every Mother keeps every card, letter and poem that their children have ever written and cherishes every for the treasure it is. This year make sure to spend quality time with your Mother and let her know how much you appreciate and love her. This, my friend, is priceless and will last a lifetime.

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Chicken Salad Just for Mom

May 5, 2009 By The Recipe Mom Leave a Comment

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What You Need:

3 lb. boneless and skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cubed
1 C of celery, diced
1 C of seedless grapes, quartered
1 (8 oz.) container of sour cream
1 C of mayonnaise
1/4 t salt
1/4 t pepper

How to Make It:

Place the chicken into a large mixing bowl.
Add the celery and grapes to the chicken.
Place the sour cream into a small mixing bowl.
Fold the mayonnaise into the sour cream until well combined.
Mix the sour cream mixture into the chicken until blended in well.
Sprinkle the salad with the salt and pepper and stir to mix in well.
Cover and chill at least one hour before serving being sure to stir occasionally.

Makes 12 servings

Preparation time: approximately 30 minutes
Chill time: approximately 1 hour
Total time: approximately 1 hour 30 minutes

This chicken salad can be served on bread, on biscuits or on a leaf of lettuce. Mom will be so pleased to see the effort you went to for her on her special day.

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Pepperoni Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing

May 4, 2009 By The Recipe Mom Leave a Comment

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What You Need:

1 (8 oz.) pkg. lettuce greens
4 C cherry tomatoes
1/2 sweet red onion, sliced
1/2 sweet red pepper, sliced
1 (6 oz.) pkg. sliced pepperoni
1 (4 oz.) pkg. mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 C extra virgin olive oil
1/3 C white balsamic vinegar
1 t parsley
1/8 t dried basil
1 t garlic, minced
3/4 t salt
1/2 t pepper
1 (5.5 oz.) box Italian seasoned croutons

How to Make It:

Break the lettuce up slightly and place it into a salad bowl.
Toss in the tomatoes, onions and red pepper slices.
Spread the pepperoni slices over the top.
Sprinkle the salad with the cheese, cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
Pour the olive oil and vinegar into a jar with a tight fitting lid.
Sprinkle the parsley, basil, garlic, salt and pepper into the jar.
Cover and shake until the ingredients are incorporated together well.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat all the ingredients well.
Top with the croutons before serving.

Makes 6 servings

This salad is sure to be hit with Mom if she likes her salads and pepperoni pizza. Black olives and or mushrooms may also be added to this salad.

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Citrus Fruit Salad with Shrimp

May 3, 2009 By The Recipe Mom Leave a Comment

oranges
What You Need:

1 C Romaine lettuce, rinsed and dried
1 bunch of fresh watercress, rinsed, dried and stemmed
1 ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
1 navel orange, peeled and sliced
1 mango, peeled and sliced
1 t lime juice
1 t cilantro
1/2 t salt
1/4 t pepper
1/3 C extra virgin olive oil, divided
1/2 lb. extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined

How to Make It:

Break the lettuce up into a large mixing bowl.
Add the watercress to the lettuce and combine well.
Layer the avocado slices into the salad.
Layer the orange and mango slices over the avocado slices.
Place the lemon juice into a shaker or jar with a lid.
Pour 1/4 C of olive oil into the juice.
Place the cilantro, salt and pepper into the shaker, cover and shake until well blended.
Place the remaining oil into a skillet.
Place the skillet over medium high heat.
When the oil is hot add the shrimp.
Cook the shrimp, stirring frequently, until the shrimp turns bright red.
Remove the skillet from the heat and pour the dressing over the shrimp.
Allow the shrimp to set for 5 minutes.
Spoon the shrimp and sauce over the salad.

Makes 2 servings

Preparation time: approximately 15 minutes
Cooking time: approximately 8 minutes
Total time: approximately 23 minutes

Be careful not to let the dressing boil while being heated. If the dressing becomes to hot it will separate. It can also cook the fruit in the salad and cause the lettuce to wilt when poured on the salad. If you can’t find fresh watercress, drained canned watercress works just as well.

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Chili Sauce Steak Salad

May 2, 2009 By The Recipe Mom Leave a Comment

saladfixings
What You Need:

1 lb. beef flank stead
1 T soy sauce
8 oz. rice noodles
1 cucumber
1/2 C Asian sweet chili sauce
1/2 C of water
1 C fresh julienned carrot
Fresh cilantro

How to Make It:

Place the oven setting to broil and allow the broiler to heat up.
Brush the steak well with the soy sauce.
Place the steaks on a broiler pan and broil 5 inches from the heat source for 18 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees, turning once.
Allow the steak to cool on a meat platter then cut across the grain into thin strips.
Cook the rice noodles according the directions listed on the package.
Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water and drain again.
Cut the cucumbers into 3 sections and use a vegetable peeler to cut ribbons from the section.
Pour the chili sauce into a mixing bowl.
Add the water and whisk until well blended.
Place the steak strips into 4 serving bowls.
Add noodles, cucumber ribbons and carrots to each bowl.
Pour the sauce evenly over each salad then top with the fresh cilantro.

Makes 4 servings

Preparation time: approximately 13 minutes
Cooking time: approximately 18 minutes
Total time: approximately 25 minutes

Moms love a salad and this one tops the list. If you can’t find Asian sweet chili sauce in your local supermarket Mom’s favorite Italian style dressing will work in it’s place.

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Broiled Rainbow Appetizers

May 1, 2009 By The Recipe Mom Leave a Comment

dancingflowes
What You Need:

1/2 of a large green pepper
1/2 of a large sweet red pepper
1/2 of a large yellow pepper
1/2 of a large orange pepper
1 C of Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
2 T ripe olive, chopped
1/2 t red pepper flakes

How to Make It:

Set the oven setting to broil and let the broiler heat.
Cut each type of pepper into 9 strips.
Lay the peppers skin side down on an ungreased cookie sheet.
Sprinkle the top of the pepper strips with the cheese.
Scatter the chopped olives over the top of each pepper slice.
Sprinkle the red pepper flakes over all the strips.
Broil 6 inches from the heat for 5 minutes or until tender and the cheese is melted.

Makes 36 appetizers

Preparation time: approximately 18 minutes
Broiling time: approximately 5 minutes
Total time: approximately 23 minutes

It may be hard to find all four types of peppers. Any color will work as long as you have enough to equal 36 strips. The olives can also be replaced with chopped pimento or chopped mushrooms if you prefer.

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