capuchincaptions-48Usually I try to only post up recipes that have very few ingredients and are super easy to make.  Well I found a few of my favorites and though they take a bit more time and a few more items, they are so tasty and worth working on a Sunday for.  Enjoy!

celestialCelestial Plane Chicken Burgers

  • 2 ounces olive oil
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 4 tablespoons diced black olives
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 jalapeno, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, diced
  • 1/4 cup diced artichoke hearts
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken
  • 1/2 teaspoon Hungarian paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground sage
  • 2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • Ketchup
  • Mustard
  • Toasted sesame buns
  • Lettuce
  • Tomato

Directions:

In a medium saute pan over medium heat add, 1-ounce oil and all raw vegetables and saute until translucent. Remove and cool.

Add veggies to raw chicken and mix thoroughly. Add all dry ingredients and egg. Thoroughly mix all ingredients and form into 4 patties. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

In same saute pan add remaining 1-ounce olive oil, and cook patties 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Serve with ketchup and mustard on toasted sesame buns with lettuce and tomato.

 

ragewindRagewind Romain and Garlic Dressing Salad

  • 10 gloves garlic, crushed
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
  • Grated romano or Parmigiano-Reggiano

Directions:

In a small skillet, combine the garlic cloves and the oil. Over a low heat, caramelize the garlic until browned and soft, about 20 minutes.

Transfer garlic cloves to a blender or food processor. Add the vinegar and mustard. Blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly pour in the reserved garlic oil. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and put in a large salad bowl. Pour the dressing over the lettuce and toss to coat. Sprinkle some grated cheese on top and serve immediately.

 

 

immothImmoth Ice-Cream Cookies

  • 16 chocolate covered graham cracker cookies
  • 1 pint coffee ice cream, softened in microwave for 15 to 20 seconds on high

Directions:

Set 8 cookies on a plate. Top with 8 small scoops coffee ice cream and set another cookie in place on top of each scoop. Lightly press down to set mini sandwiches. Serve or individually wrap and freeze.