Bruschetta Goat Cheese Panini's

 

 

Who's ready for the Super Bowl I know I always like to build a Panini Bar with a variety of meats and cheeses and then some sliders with a couple of dips, and then have the guests bring deserts This is one of my  quick and easy, go to recipes, and you will be in and out of the kitchen in 5 min, including clean up!

TIP Of The Day: If you do not own a Panini Press Take a brick and cover with foil and place on top of sandwich. Works the same Way as a Panini Machine. In addition to you can use your George Foreman cooking Machine they are pretty much the same.

1 Sandwich
Bruschetta Goat Cheese Panini’s Ingredients:
Gluten Free French Bread  2 Slices 1/2 inch thick I make the Glutino Mix
2 Tablespoons Goat Cheese
1 Tablespoon Tomato Bruschetta
Butter (Optional)

Take Some Gluten Free French Bread and Cut ½ inch Slices

Next Take goat cheese spread on Gluten Free Bread
Last take Tomato Bruschetta and spread on top of goat cheese.
Optional Butter Outside of Gluten FreeBread
Place in Panini in Panini Machine and cook for about 1-2 min or in Frying Pan on Medium Heat for 1 min each side.




Bon Appetite!

Enjoy,

Sheila Fretz

Bruschetta Goat Cheese Sliders

With Super Bowl Sunday coming right around the corner I am always looking for great recipes to serve at my super bowl party and this is a old one but a great one.  I thought to my self what do I have in my freezer that I could make that had the burger feel. However, because I live in the land of La La, I try to watch what I eat. So when I am making burgers, I always try to do sliders. This way I get to eat the guilty pleasure of a burger and it is not supper big. So if I eat one slider with fries or chips I am full.


Tip Of The Day: Before going to the Market Check the sale advertisements
mine comes out On Tuesday Night at Midnight online for my local Ralph's or Vons Markets. I See what is on sale and stock up on my Meat Poultry and Fish and I freeze it. This way when you have that inspiration or are reading a recipe on my website you already have the ingredients available.

Bruschetta Goat Cheese Sliders

Makes 8-10 Sliders

Ingredients:
1 pound Ground Sirloin
½ chopped Red Onion about 1cup finely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon pepper


Filling:

8-10 ½ teaspoons of  Bruschetta spread make sure it's gluten free
8-10 ½ teaspoons of Goat Cheese

1 Bag of Gluten Free Dinner Rolls Sliced Horizontally

Equipment:

Grill, Frying Pan or Grill Pan
Large Bowl for Mixing
Platter or Plate one for patties Cooked one for Raw patties

Mix first 6 Ingredients together in bowl. Next form16-20 thin patties, so you can meld together after placing filling on top. Next sprinkles Bruschetta and goat cheese on top of thin patty.

Then place other patty on top and squish together so you do not see the filling. Next place on grill for 3-5 min a side until desired wellness. When Cooked place on Gluten Free Roll and serve with chips

Gluten Free Chicken Ceasar Pasta Salad

So a couple of years ago when I started Cooking Underwriter I made some great recipes that were not gluten free. However, I feel that now that I live a gluten free lifestyle with my family, it is time to recreate these recipes to be gluten free. So when I am creating a new recipe, the first thing I try to do is to get inspired. I do this in various ways i.e.... watch The Food Network, The Cooking Channel, and I visit my local restaurants in the area; plus I have a full library of cookbooks and Magazines too. This recipe was inspired by a dish that Mr. Fix It ordered at Raz’s Little Italy , West Hills, California. Mr. Fix It, my hubby, ordered Chicken Alfredo and when I saw the colors of his dish it immediately put a vision into my head.  So when the heat turns up in the kitchen I either get up really early and make dinner or I cook and concoct the night before. This would be a great recipe for party or to serve as a main dish.

 Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Ingredients:
1 Yellow Bell Pepper Julienne cut
½ Orange Bell Pepper Julienne cut
1 ½ Cups Broccoli in small pieces blanched
2 green onions chopped
2 cups chicken shredded
6 cups gluten free pasta cooked about 1 box
1 Jar of Ken's Caesar dressing
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
(Save 1/4 cup for garnish)
Equipment
1 Extra Large bowl
1 Large Bowl
1 (2 Cup) Measuring Cup

Tip of the day: Your fridge/freezer work better when full, so spend the week stocking up on fresh groceries and your evenings at home.

Cook Pasta to package directions.

Take Bell Peppers(both Orange and Yellow) and Julianne cut, Broccoli, green onions and toss in bowl. Next add Shredded Chicken.

 Cooked Pasta, and 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese and toss all together with Salad dressing. Place in beautiful bowl then serve.  Garnish with a sprinkle of cheese.

Bon Appetite!

Enjoy,

Sheila Fretz

#GlutenFree Rice Crispy Treat Brownies

The other day Miss J requested a special dish. She had been envisioning in her head for quite some time and she requested that we figure out a way to make it. So the two of us went into the kitchen and did just that and Gluten Free Rice Crispy Treat Brownies were created. I hope you enjoy these as much as we did and take them to your next tailgating event like we did. 

Gluten Free Rice Crispy Brownies Ingredients:

½ cup butter
1/4 cup cocoa 
1/8 cup aged Balsamic Vinegar
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon Vanilla Bourbon
3 eggs total ( 2 for chocolate mixture 1 for cheese mixture)
1/4 cup corn starch
3/4 cup Oat flour
1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups Mini Marshmello's
4 cups Rice Crispy's Gluten Free
1/4 cup butter
Cooking Spray

Equipment:
1 Pot
1 9 x9 (baking pan)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees

In a non stick pot melt butter then add cocoa powder and whisk together.

Next add sugar

Add  Balsamic Vinegar

Add Vanilla.

Take 2 eggs and whisk in a separate bowl add about 2 tablespoons chocolate mixture to temper then add back to chocolate mixture.

Next add Corn Starch and Oats.

Spray a 9x13" pan with cooking spray then pour in pan .

Next add about a cup of chocolate chips on top and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes.

Wait about 10 minutes then start next step of rice crispy treats. by melting butter and adding marshmellos then gluten free rice crispies.

Next pour on top of brownies.

Then squish down with parchment paper that has been sprayed with cooking spray.

Last garnish with melted chocolate (optional).

Enjoy and let me know what you think.


Sheila Fretz-

A #GlutenFree Breakfast Sandwich for #SundaySupper the perfect way to start your tailgaiting party

So when I go tailgating if its an afternoon game it always includes a breakfast sandwich. So when I received my fabulous 5 pound box of Meyers Elgin Sausage. I immediately thought this would be a great start to the tailgating season. This week we for #SundaySupper we will be showcasing recipes with tailgating in mind.  I hope you enjoy them as much as I do and don't forget to check out the other #SundaySupper's entries.

FYI...I assemble  these Sandwiches at home and reheat them on the grill when I get to the stadium.

Makes 5 Sandwiches

Breakfast Sandwich Ingredients:
5 Garlic Meyers Sausage 1 pound
10 Pieces of Gluten Free Bread
8 pieces of Bacon
5 Eggs
2 Avocados
Cheese optional

Equipment
Aluminum foil
knife
frying pan for making bacon and eggs

Preheat oven to 350 degrees

Take 1 pound of sausage and bake in oven for 45 minutes on sprayed cookie sheet

Take Eight Pieces of Bacon and cut in half so you have 16 Cook Bacon until Crisp

Toast Gluten Free Bread

Fry Eggs

Cut Cooked Sausage in 3 pieces Horizontally

Place on toasted Bread

Next add Fried Egg

Then Bacon Horizontally

Avocados vertically then cheese if you like.

Wrap in foil then heat on the grill once you get to the stadium.

Winning or losing, watching football is always better with a tailgate party. Hosting a big viewing party at home or setting up camp outside the stadium. These recipes are sure to get you in the mood for the big game.

Join us on Sunday as we share our favorite tailgate recipes and tips. Hop on twitter at 7pm EST for the live #SundaySupper chat.

The Lineup

Pre Game Warm-ups:

• Sausage Balls by My Catholic Kitchen
• Edamame Hummus by Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
• Slow Cooker Rueben Dip by The Meltaways
• Buffalo Wing Hummus by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
• Smokey Guacamole with Bacon by Family Spice
• Pepperoni & Mozzarella Pull Apart by In the Kitchen with KP
• Boneless Honey BBQ Chicken Wings by Juanita’s Cocina
• Candied Pecans by From Fast Food to Fresh Food
• Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips with Sweet Chili Sauce by Crispy Bits & Burnt Ends
• Swabian Mini Meatballs (Schwaebische Mini Fleischkuechle) by Galactosemia in PDX
• Joe Montana’s Touchdown Guacamole by Noshing with the Nolands
• Cheddar Cheese Jalapeno Bites by Mama.Mommy.Mom.
• Hot & Spicy Popcorn Chicken by My Trials in the Kitchen
• Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers by Real Best Recipe
• Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites by Family Foodie
• Soft Pretzels with Spicy Beer Cheese Sauce by girlichef
• Indian Spiced Chicken Meatballs by Soni’s Food for Thought
• Game Day Loaded Nachos by The Messy Baker
• Buffalo Chicken Dip by Home Cooking Memories
• Southwestern Spring Rolls by Supper for a Steal
• Pepperoni Pizza Puffs by Comfy Cuisine
• Roasted Garlic Bacon Dip with Easy Homemade Tortilla Chips by Daily Dish Recipes
• Beer Battered Spiced Sweet Potato Lentil Fritters by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz

On the Sidelines:

• Anne’s Best Potato Salad with Bacon and Peas by Webicurean
• Papa’s Potato Salad & Baked Beans by Kwistin’s Favorites
• Simple Roasted Purple Potatoes by Ruffles and Truffles
• Spicy BBQ Baked Beans by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen

Main Events:

• Gluten Free Breakfast Sandwich by Cooking Underwriter
• Pollo Adobado con Papas (Adobo Chicken with Potatoes) by La Cocina de Leslie
• Poor Man’s Burrito by Shockingly Delicious
• Ham and Mushroom Handpies by Vintage Kitchen Notes
• Individual Muffuletta Sandwiches by Magnolia Days
• Far East Steak Salad by Diabetic Foodie
• Italian Sloppy Joes by The Weekend Gourmet
• Hot Chicken Chili by Momma’s Meals
• Biscuit Sloppy Joes by Sustainable Dad
• Hawaiian Chicken Wraps by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
• Grandpa Sal’s Sausage and Peppers by Daddy Knows Less
• Fancy Filet Chili by I Run for Wine
• Homemade Italian Sausage by The Little Ferraro Kitchen
• Jalapeno Crockpot Chili by Mama’s Blissful Bites
• Flavorful Fall Marinade by Midlife Road Trip
• Moose Chili by Mrs. Mama Hen

Overtime:

• Peanut Butter-Stuffed Chocolate Cookies by Chocolate Moosey
• Streusel Topped Pumpkin Bread by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
• Zucchini Cupcakes by In the Kitchen with Audrey
• Oven-Baked Churros by Small Wallet Big Appetite
• Swirl Nutella Cupcakes by Basic N Delicious
• Peanut Butter and Pretzel Truffles by Gotta Get Baked

From the Cooler:

• Sparkling Tropical Lemonade by Dinners. Dishes, and Desserts
• Strawberry Horchata by Damn Delicious
• Bloody Mary Gazpacho by 30AEats
• MVP Bloody Mary Bar by An Appealing Plan

Wine Pairings by Wine Everyday

Enjoy and Bon Appetit
Sheila Fretz

#Glutenfree Pulled Pork or Chicken Sandwiches with Meyer's Texas #BBQ Sauce

So as you know I have a giveaway that I can't help myself from talking about! It's currently going on with Meyer's Smoke House and entry is a must for this giveaway is a BBQ feast extravaganza  from Meyer's Smoke House .  So as you know I showed a recipe on  Tuesday for A Pork Roast made with Meyer's Smoke House Texas Dry Rub. This is a great meal that keeps on giving, however if you don't have time to make a roast like I did this simple recipe for pulled pork sandwiches could also be made with any left over pork chops, roast. Or if you are not a fan of pork you could shred up some cooked chicken .


Pulled Pork or Chicken Sandwiches with Meyer's Texas #BBQ Sauce Ingredients
1 Jar of Meyer's Honey Mesquite BBQ Sauce
2 Cups of Shredded Pork ( If your not a fan of Pork you could use Chicken)
Butter
Gluten Free Udi's Hot Dog buns

Shred Chicken or Pork

Add To Crock pot with Meyers Honey Mesquite Sauce.

Next Cook for 2 hours on low in a Crock Pot.

When ready to serve butters buns.

Then grill in frying pan.

Place cooked BBQ in grilled bun.

Enjoy and See you for Sunday Supper with Tailgating and I'm serving a tailgating treat from Meyer's Sausage.

Enjoy & Bon Appetite


 Sheila Fretz

#GlutenFree Penne hot salad with basil, asparagus, cherry tomatoes fresh mozzarella and chicken with a mustard vineagarete for #SundaySupper

So I love a great Salad that you can either serve hot or cold and after I received a case of  tomatoes;  I knew exactly what I would make for #SundaySupper.  A salad that reminded me of Summer in a bowl but with a twist of Italy.

Ingredients for Penne hot salad with basil, asparagus, cherry tomatoes fresh mozzarella and chicken with a mustard vinaigrette:

1 Bag of cooked Penne Gluten free of course I used Trader Joe's Brown Rice Penne
1 cup of sliced  in half cherry tomatoes
2 cups slightly cooked asparagus
1/2 cup basil sliced and or chopped
2 cups of fresh Mozzarella cubed
2 cups chicken from either left overs or a rotisarie chicken



Summer in a Bowl Dressing:
3 Tablespoon Brown Gulden's Mustard
1/4 cup Aged Balsamic Vinegar
2 Large cloves of garlic grated on planer to make paste
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
½ cup of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Cook Pasta according to directions I like to boil 7 minutes string constantly then let sit for 3 on murky water then rinse in hot water.

Cut asparagus and put in pan cover with water until it boils than immediately pour cold water over so it stops cooking. I like to put mine in a colander then run under water until cold to the touch.

In a measuring cup mix first 6 ingredients together than whisk in olive oil so it emulsifies

Slice tomatoes, mozzarella, basil  and chicken and place in bowl

Next add cooled a asparagus

then pasta and toss with mustard vinaigrette.

Let vinaigrette sit  and soak up pasta for about 5 to 10 minutes then serve.


Also don't forget tonight is Sunday and what does that mean it's time to gather around the #Sunday Supper table.

So I turned to the #SundaySupper team and asked them what their favorite items to bring to a Labor Day Cookout.  As usual, they did not disappoint.  I am telling you, if you ever need inspiration or a new recipe, this is the group to come to.  They will blow you away with their recipes.

Join us this week around the family table for our #SundaySupper and we will share with you our favorite cookout recipes .  We hope to inspire you with these fabulous recipes from our talented contributors.  We will be sharing them all day long and would love for you to share your favorite cookout recipes during our #SundaySupper live chat at 7pm ET.

Labor Day Cookout Recipes:

Starters & Snacks

• Lobster Salad with Avocado, Corn and Tomatoes by The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
• Grilled Vegetable Spread by Magnolia Days
• Toast Topper #8: Tomato Confit for #SundaySupper by Yummy Smells
• Honey BBQ Wings and Cool Ranch by Big Bears Wife
• Finger Lickin’ Chicken Drumettes by Noshing with the Nolands 

Main Dishes

• Baked Shrimp and Pasta Caprese by Mama’s Blissful Bites
• Korean chili by Crispy Bits & Burnt Ends
• Newfangled Cowtown White Chicken Chili by Shockingly Delicious
• Strawberry BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches by The Weekend Gourmet
• Spicy Seoulful Pulled Pork Sandwiches by Kimchi Mom
• Smoked Pork Butt (A How-To) from Juanita’s Cocina
• Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs by The Messy Baker Blog
• Stuffed Green Chili con Queso Cheeseburger Sliders by Damn Delicious
• Adana kebab by Small Wallet, Big Appetite
• Portabello Paninis by The Hand That Rocks the Ladle
• Bloody Mary Skirt Steak by From Fast Food to Fresh Food
• Tuna and Roasted Pepper Packets by Cindy’s Recipes & Writings
• Mint Marinated Beef Kabobs with Garlic Sauce by Sustainable Dad
• Creamy Latin Style Pasta by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
• Spicy Portuguese Style Sliders by Daily Dish Recipes
• Aromatic Glazed Salmon by Happy Baking Days
• Pork sliders by Basic ‘N Delicious
• Foil Packet Chicken by In the Kitchen with Audrey

Salads & Sides

• Mom’s Savory Pork’n'Beans by Webicurean
• Ranch Potato Salad by My Catholic Kitchen
• Gluten Free Penne hot salad with basil, asparagus, cherry tomatoes fresh mozzarella and chicken with a mustard vineagarete for #SundaySupper by Cooking Underwriter
• Southern Surprise Potato Salad by Granny’s Down Home Southern Cooking
• #SundaySupper Marinated Ginger Chicken & Spinach Salad by Kwistin’s Favorites
• Roasted Potato & Corn Salad w/ Bacon by GirliChef
• Vegan Caprese Salad by Galactosemia in PDX
• Picnic Friendly Grilled Vegetable Salad by Mama Mommy Mom
• Smokin Hot Caribbean Spiced Corn-On-The-Cob by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
• Potato salad with Stilton and bacon by Tora’s Real Food
• Tomato Feta Orzo Salad by Family Foodie 

Drinks

• Frozen Sangria by Supper For a Steal
• Persian mint & cucumber cooler (sekanjabeen) by Family Spice

Desserts

• lightened lemon pound cake by The Meltaways
• Root Beer Float Cupcakes by Chocolate Moosey
• Strawberry Cream Squares by Dinners, Dishes and Desserts
• Fresh Mango Pie by La Cocina De Leslie
• Brown Butter M&M Cookies by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
• Gluten Free Lemon Blondies by No One Likes Crumbley Cookies
• Blueberry Lemon Cream Cheese Coffee Cake by Baker Street
• Strawberry Pie + White Sangria by Vintage Kitchen Notes
• Grilled Banana Splits by Diabetic Foodie
• Easy Desserts: Frozen Chocolate Bananas by Home Cooking Memories 
• Ice Cream Sandwich Cake by Comfy Cuisine
• Blueberry Lemon Whoopie Pies for a Holiday Cookout #SundaySupper by In the Kitchen with KP

Wine Pairings

• Labor Day Cookout Food And Wine Pairings byENOFYLZ

Please be sure you join us on Twitter throughout the day during #SundaySupper. We’ll be meeting up at 7:00 p.m. EST for our weekly #SundaySupper  live chat where we’ll talk about our favorite cookout recipes!

All you have to do is follow the #SundaySupper hashtag, or you can follow us throughTweetChat!

We’d also love to feature your Cookout recipes on our #SundaySupper Pinterest board and share them with all of our followers!

In  addition to we still have our giveaway going on with Meyer's Smoke House so come check it out and enter...

Enjoy and have a Happy and Safe Labor Day