Yum...figs.

A friend brought us some little cakes made with figs...does any one have a recipe for this?! I would love to make some! YUM! 

Good Morning Everyone! It has been so busy at the university these past two weeks. Especially so this week since my boss left for her maternity leave. We are all running with our heads cut off! But honestly-we seem to be getting things done pretty efficiently. 

The recruiters (including me) received our schedule of travel a couple of weeks ago-I am hoping while I am on the road I'll have some more time to actually do some blogging! 

But here is something we tried last night for dinner. 

We went to World Market over the weekend and found this fajita seasoning sauce....well we just had to try it! We also got the taco one..hope to make that one later!

First you sauté onion and bell peppers (you can use red or green peppers) 

This salsa is not called for the recipe...it is really my cooking sidekick. 

Sneaking a little snack while I cook! 

After the peppers and onions are slightly browned and softened, cook your chicken (or steak) 

Make sure not to over crowd the skillet. Cook the meat in 2 or 3 different batches if needed. 

Here is Patrick approving of the fajita seasoning. LOL 

Here is the stuff...chipotle and lime. YUMMO!

After chicken is cooked, add back the veggies and pour in sauce. Stir and let cook for a good 10-15 minutes....Let everything get happy!

And the finished product. Added some lettuce, sour cream and cheese but it tastes really good solo too! 

What is your favorite fajita or taco seasoning? Do you make it yourself? Or does it come in a package?

I am still here-and eating like a Champ!

Hey guys. Sorry it has been so long since I posted something....looks like I dropped of the face of the earth! I didn't...still here and searching for new recipes and plotting new blog ideas and such. 


There is one awesome thing I would like to share with y'all. It is called Pinterest. IT IS SO AWESOME!!  Pinterest is a Virtual Pinboard. Pinterest lets you organize and share all the beautiful things you find on the web. People use pinboards to plan their weddings, decorate their homes, and organize their favorite recipes. 


Best of all, you can browse pinboards created by other people. Browsing pinboards is a fun way to discover new things and get inspiration from people who share your interests. 

Well you know I have started a collection here is a link to my pinboards! http://pinterest.com/whisafaye/

I hope will enjoy this and join! It will be a great way for us to share ideas...GO...AND PINTEREST! :) Let me know if you'd like an invite! :)

Food Foto Fridays

Hey guys! Starting a new thing. It's called "Food Foto Fridays"! I am really excited... okay HERE WE GO! 

CHICKEN PARM PASTA TOSS

-Serves 4-6 

Ingredients

Salt

1 lb whole-wheat penne pasta

3 tablespoons EVOO (that's Rachael Ray for Extra Virgin olive oil!) 

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (or thighs), chopped into bite-size pieces

2 teaspoons poultry seasoning

Black Pepper

1 medium red onion, chopped

2 to 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped or grated

2 pints grape tomatoes

2 cups fresh basil leaves, chopped

3 cups arugula or baby arugula, roughly chopped

1 cup shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese ( I used Parmesan) 

Bring a large pot of water to boil for the pasta. Salt the water and cook the pasta to al dente (:Cooked so as to be still firm when bitten) HEADS UP: Before draining, reserve a cup of starchy cooking liquid. 

While the water is coming to a boil, place a large skillet over medium-high heat with the EVOO. Season chicken pieces with the poultry seasoning, salt and pepper, then add to hot skillet. 

Cook chicken until it is brown, add the onions to the pan, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, then cook for a couple of minutes more.

Add the tomatoes and cover the pan with a lid. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes burst open and begin to release their juices, about 6 or 7 minutes. Using a wooden spoon to mash or crush any tomatoes that do not burst on their  own. Season the sauce with salt and pepper.

Add the drained pasta and reserved starchy cooking water to the skillet, toss for 1 minute. and turn off the heat. 

(yup barefoot in the kitchen! LOL) 

Add the basil, arugula, and cheese and toss for a minute more. 

Then serve in shallow bowls (or plates..does it really matter?! LOL) 

Wow guys! And let me tell you. It was awesome. I'd like to thank my hubby, Patrick for taking all the photos for me. It would have been difficult doing it alone! 

If you enjoyed this type of blog-email me your recipes and I will do another and FEATURE your FOOD! 

Hope you all have a great weekend! GOOD EATS!