Posts for August 26th 2010

Poll

Would You Eat These Deep-Fried Cheetos?

I've recently tried to put the kibosh on my love affair with deep-fried foods, but let's face it.

I've recently tried to put the kibosh on my love affair with deep-fried foods, but let's face it. You could bread and fry a pencil and it would probably be great! I suppose that's why people are always attempting new battered feats, from deep-fried butter to pancakes. Case in point: The Wandering Foodie paid a visit to Brooklyn's Park Slope ChipShop, where he was greeted with, among other items, fried blood sausage, fried sushi, a fried lox bagel, and fried Cheetos.

Deep-fried Cheetos? Aren't Cheetos already deep-fried? (The answer is yes.) Despite the fact that the Wandering Foodie found them underwhelming, I'd still give them a try — after all, I've never been known to turn down Cheetos. What about you?

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recipes

Lime Sorbet Margaritas

From Real SimpleLime Sorbet MargaritasIngredients1 lime, cut into 8 wedges 1/4 cup sugar 2 pints lime sorbet 1/2 cup tequila Directions Rub the lime wedges around the rims of 8 stemmed glasses.

From Real Simple

Lime Sorbet Margaritas

Lime Sorbet Margaritas Recipe 2010-08-26 15:52:35

Ingredients

1 lime, cut into 8 wedges
1/4 cup sugar
2 pints lime sorbet
1/2 cup tequila

Directions

  1. Rub the lime wedges around the rims of 8 stemmed glasses. Place the sugar on a small plate. Turn each glass upside down and dip the rims in the sugar to coat.
  2. Place 2 scoops of sorbet in each glass and pour 1 tablespoon of tequila over the top of each. Serve with a spoon.

Serves 8.

summer

Berry Tempting: Grilled Lamb Chops With Blackberry Relish

Although the classic meat and fruit pairing might be pork and apples, it's time for another combination, lamb and blackberries, to take the spotlight.

Although the classic meat and fruit pairing might be pork and apples, it's time for another combination, lamb and blackberries, to take the spotlight. I recently enjoyed this spectacular duo on a warm Summer night. With its meaty lamb, sweet berries, and tangy horseradish, it was exciting to experience a new range of flavors. Since the sauce requires little chopping and the lamb cooks in under five minutes, this dish comes together quickly. Pair it with a tomato or watermelon salad and you've got an elegant supper ideal for entertaining. Experiment with the recipe, which is after the break.

summer

Grilled Lamb Chops With Blackberry Relish

From Food & WineGrilled Lamb Chops With Blackberry Relish Ingredients2 cups blackberries 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon chopped mint 1 tablespoon drained prepared horseradish 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing Salt and freshly ground pepper Eight 4- to 5-ounce loin lamb chops (1 inch thick), trimmed Directions In a medium saucepan, cook the blackberries with the sugar over moderately high heat until they are softened but still hold their shape, about 5 minutes.

From Food & Wine

Grilled Lamb Chops With Blackberry Relish

Grilled Lamb Chops With Blackberry Relish Recipe 2010-08-26 12:49:46

Ingredients

2 cups blackberries
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon chopped mint
1 tablespoon drained prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Eight 4- to 5-ounce loin lamb chops (1 inch thick), trimmed

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, cook the blackberries with the sugar over moderately high heat until they are softened but still hold their shape, about 5 minutes.
  2. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the mint, horseradish, lime juice and the 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and let cool.
  3. Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. Brush the lamb chops with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill over a medium-hot fire until medium rare, about 2 minutes per side. Serve with the blackberry relish.

Serves 4.

Make Ahead: The blackberry relish can be refrigerated for 2 days. Let return to room temperature before serving.

Come Party With Me

Come Party With Me: My 29th Birthday — Dessert

Every year for my birthday I bake myself a cake.

Every year for my birthday I bake myself a cake. However, I'm spending the actual day on vacation in Spain, so that means the elaborate cake baking will happen when I return.

At the celebratory dinner in Cadiz, I'll offer my new Spanish friends an easy-to-make but delicious-to-eat sundae. Not just any sundae, one that keeps up with my Tex-Mex-inspired menu, a Mexican sundae with cinnamon chocolate sauce and dulce de leche ice cream.

Salty, crunchy peanuts and flaky sweetened coconut give texture to the frozen dessert. To look at the recipe I'll be using, read more.

Inspiration

A Picture Perfect Daytime Bridal Shower

Readers, get excited: since I shared the invite and party plan, I wanted to show you how the actual event turned out.

Readers, get excited: since I shared the invite and party plan, I wanted to show you how the actual event turned out. It was the first time I hosted a bridal shower and although it took some effort to put everything together, I'm happy to report it was a success! Here, you'll find all of the delicious details.

Photos Courtesy of Erin Arago