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This light and creamy chilled roasted red pepper soup is a mouthwatering way to fill you up and cool you down without weighing you down! Made with crisp red peppers, fresh vegetables, and flavorful herbs, this cold soup is an excellent addition to your…
This light and creamy chilled roasted red pepper soup is a mouthwatering way to fill you up and cool you down without weighing you down! Made with crisp red peppers, fresh vegetables, and flavorful herbs, this cold soup is an excellent addition to your summer menu. For more refreshing and easy soup recipes that are...
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Looking for a quick and delicious meal? Try our casarecce pasta recipe! Originating from Sicily, these short pasta noodles are known for their twisted or rolled shape, perfect for holding rich and flavorful sauces. Boil the pasta, and in just 30 minute…
Looking for a quick and delicious meal? Try our casarecce pasta recipe! Originating from Sicily, these short pasta noodles are known for their twisted or rolled shape, perfect for holding rich and flavorful sauces. Boil the pasta, and in just 30 minutes, you’ll have a comforting Italian masterpiece. If you are looking for other easy...
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With just a few simple ingredients, Sausage Kebabs are a fast, easy, and delicious way to enjoy summer grilling.
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You know me, I love sausage. Especially smoked sausage. It’s packed with SO MUCH flavor that you barely have to do anything to make a delicious meal out of it. And that’s why these sausage kebabs are ridiculously easy, super tasty, and are the perfect summertime meal. They feel as splurgy as going out to eat, except way less expensive. 😉 And don’t worry, if you don’t have a grill, you can still make them using a grill pan or your oven’s broiler!
Okay, this recipe is so crazy easy, you’re going to love it! You only need to pick up a few simple ingredients at the store to make these awesome kebabs:
These sausage kebabs are perfect for tossing onto a hot grill, but if you don’t have a grill you can still whip them up with no problem using your oven’s broiler or a grill pan on the stove top. The broiler on an oven is very similar to a grill in that it provides close range high heat. If you have a gas stove it’s even closer to being just like the open flame of a grill.
To use a broiler: Adjust the oven’s rack so that it is about 5-6 inches away from the broiler. Turn the broiler on to high. Place a wire cooling rack on a baking sheet, then place the kebabs on top of the wire rack. Transfer the kebabs to the oven and cook under the broiler, watching very closely, until they are slightly charred on top. Flip the kebabs and brush a light coating of BBQ sauce over the cooked side. Continue to cook, flip, and brush with BBQ sauce until all sides are charred, coated in BBQ sauce, and the sauce has caramelized slightly.
To use a grill pan: Heat the grill pan over medium-high heat. Make sure to allow the pan to fully pre-heat for about 10 minutes. Place the kebabs on the grill pan and cook until charred on one side. Flip the kebabs and brush a light coating of BBQ sauce over the cooked side. Continue to cook, flip, and brush with BBQ sauce until all sides are charred, coated in BBQ sauce, and the sauce has caramelized slightly.
You’ll definitely want to serve these sassy little kebabs with other summertime classics like macaroni salad, vegetable pasta salad, sweet corn salsa, potato salad, three bean salad, and maybe some lemon cream pie for dessert!
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Slice one 14oz. link of smoked sausage into ½-inch thick rounds. Chop one red onion, one green bell pepper, one yellow bell pepper, and one orange bell pepper into one-inch pieces. (You can use any color peppers or onions that fit your budget.)
Place the sausage and vegetables into a large bowl. Drizzle 2 Tbsp cooking oil over top. Combine 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp garlic powder, ¼ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp freshly cracked pepper in a bowl, then sprinkle it over the sausage and vegetables.
Toss the sausage and vegetables until everything is evenly coated in oil and spices.
Build the kebabs by skewering the sausage and vegetables in an alternating pattern. You should get about 8 kebabs, depending on the length of your skewers and size of your vegetables.
Cook the kebabs on a grill, under your oven’s broiler, or on a hot grill pan until lightly charred on one side. Flip the kebabs and brush a light coating of BBQ sauce over the cooked side. Continue to cook, flip, and brush with BBQ sauce until all sides are charred, coated in BBQ sauce, and the sauce has caramelized slightly.
Serve hot and enjoy with your favorite summer sides!
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Experience the delightful combination of vegetables and aromatic pesto sauce in our pesto vegetables recipe. This culinary fusion is sure to satisfy. Prepare to savor the vibrant flavors and enticing aromas as roasted veggies are perfectly paired with …
Experience the delightful combination of vegetables and aromatic pesto sauce in our pesto vegetables recipe. This culinary fusion is sure to satisfy. Prepare to savor the vibrant flavors and enticing aromas as roasted veggies are perfectly paired with a flavorful pesto sauce! If you are looking for other easy vegetable recipes, check out our grilled vegetable...
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If you’re looking for a hearty family meal that’s mouthwateringly delicious and a breeze to put together, make these savory Chuletas Guisadas!
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If you’re looking for a hearty family meal that’s mouthwateringly delicious and a breeze to put together, you need to make these savory Chuletas Guisadas! I grew up eating this dish of unctuous stewed pork chops in Puerto Rico, where my Abuela would serve it at least once a week. It comes together in under thirty minutes, and as it stews, the fragrance is so overwhelmingly good everyone in your home will ask what’s cooking! (For real.)
Chuletas Guisadas is a popular Latin American dish of pork chops, onions, and peppers stewed in a flavorful tomato-based sauce. Every region has its own take on the dish, and this is the recipe my grandmother would make at least once a week. Some people don’t put olives in their Chuletas Guisadas, but my Abuela did, so that’s how I make it. I love mine served over Puerto Rican Rice And Beans with slices of ripe plantain. You can also pair it with a side salad or slices of ripe avocado.
My favorite thing about this dish is that the end result is much greater than its parts. But, of course, every Latin family has their version, and the ingredients vary by where you grew up. With that being said, this is what you need to make my version of Chuletas Guisadas:
I love gobbling this dish down with Puerto Rican Rice And Beans and fried slices of sweet plantain. Of course, you can always serve it with a Simple Side Salad or slices of ripe avocado. And you can even try it layered over Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes. OMG. I want that right now!!!
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to three months. To reheat frozen Chuletas Guisadas, thaw them in the fridge overnight. Then, warm them in a skillet over medium heat until steaming. When you reheat the pork chops, add a little chicken broth to the skillet to prevent them from drying out.
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Add 2 tablespoons of oil to a large saute pan and set it over medium-high heat. Mix 2 teaspoons of adobo with the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil and rub the pork chops with the mixture. Sear the 2 pounds of pork chops in batches. Sear on both sides, about 2 minutes on each side.
Remove the pork chops from the pan, and set aside. Add 1/3 cup of sofrito and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic to the pork chop drippings and saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Add the 8 ounces of tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon of white vinegar, and 1 1/2 teaspoon of sazón to the pan. Sauté until the mixture thickens, about 4 minutes.
Add 2 cups of chicken broth, 1/4 cup of pimento-stuffed olives, 2 teaspoons of oregano, and 1 bay leaf to the pan and stir well. Bring the sauce to a boil and reduce by one-quarter.
Add the pork chops back to the pan, cover, and lower the heat to medium-low. Cook until pork chops are tender, about 7 minutes for each 1/2 inch of thickness.
Add 1 onion (sliced in 1/4 inch half moons) and 1 bell pepper (sliced into 1/4-inch strips) to the pan. Cover, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Take the pan off the heat and stir in 1/4 cup of cilantro leaves. Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper if necessary. Serve over white rice and enjoy your new favorite weeknight dish!
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This grilled vegetable Napoleon is a showstopper with vibrant, char-grilled layers of veggies like eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, portobello mushroom, and more. If you want a visually stunning and flavorful side dish, look no further. Served with aro…
This grilled vegetable Napoleon is a showstopper with vibrant, char-grilled layers of veggies like eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, portobello mushroom, and more. If you want a visually stunning and flavorful side dish, look no further. Served with aromatic basil pesto, it is stunning and flavorful. If you are looking for other easy vegan eggplant recipes,...
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This fajita veggies chipotle-style recipe brings the authentic Mexican flavor right into your kitchen. With fresh, colorful vegetables that are tender-crisp and ready in minutes, this recipe is a simple yet delicious addition to your meals. If you love…
This fajita veggies chipotle-style recipe brings the authentic Mexican flavor right into your kitchen. With fresh, colorful vegetables that are tender-crisp and ready in minutes, this recipe is a simple yet delicious addition to your meals. If you love vegan recipes that pack in a lot of veggies, then try my sheet pan fajita veggies...
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If you thought sushi without fish or seafood was impossible, think again! Not only is it possible, but it is incredibly delicious. This easy sushi rolls recipe takes you step-by-step through how to prepare colorful and flavorful maki sushi in your own …
If you thought sushi without fish or seafood was impossible, think again! Not only is it possible, but it is incredibly delicious. This easy sushi rolls recipe takes you step-by-step through how to prepare colorful and flavorful maki sushi in your own kitchen in just an hour! There are so many delicious sushi options for vegans that...
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This tofu sushi recipe combines smoked tofu, veggies, and a sriracha mayo to make delicious maki sushi rolls the entire family will love. You do not need to be a professional sushi chef to whip up this recipe. With this easy step-by-step guide, you wil…
This tofu sushi recipe combines smoked tofu, veggies, and a sriracha mayo to make delicious maki sushi rolls the entire family will love. You do not need to be a professional sushi chef to whip up this recipe. With this easy step-by-step guide, you will have your own restaurant-style vegan sushi at home in just...
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