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Chicken & Shrimp Carbonara
By- MtnChic828
I absolutely loved this dish at Olive Garden, Then they took it away, So sad! I have searched and tried many online. I have changed and added until I came up with what I thought is a close carbon copy of the Original. Tho, The authentic Italian dish would call for Pancetta, I found that after trying both, I just like the Bacon flavor better.. I guess that's the Mountain Chick in me. I hope you enjoy it and Please subscribe on Youtube- MtnChic828 and follow my Blog at Mtnchic/Blogspot.com. Follow my Videos for Discount Codes on your Getaway stay in the North Carolina Mountains.
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Grocery List

 2 lbs Chicken Breast

1 lb Raw Peeled Shrimp

 1/2 Cup Hot Water

 1/2 Olive Oil

 1/4 Tsp Italian Seasoning

1 lb Bacon

 Save Bacon Grease For Chicken

 16 oz Package Linguine

 1/2 Cup Romano

 1/2 cup Parmesan

1/2 Cup Mozzarella

 1/2 Cup Red Pepper

 2 Cloves Garlic

 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley

 1 Stick Butter

 2 cups Milk

2 cups Heavy Cream

 1/4 tsp Salt

1/4 tsp Pepper

Preheat Oven 350

 Serves 8

 Prep Time - 30 minutes

 Cook time 35 Minutes



 2lbs Chicken Breast
1lb

 1/2 Cup Hot Water

 1/2 Olive Oil

 1/4 Tsp Italian Seasoning
Cut Chicken into Strips and Marinade in all the above in the Fridge for approx 30 mins



 Separate Dish - Season Shrimp with 1/4 tsp Garlic Salt & 1/4 tsp Italian Seasoning 2 tbs Olive Oil or Bacon Grease

 16 oz Package Linguine
Boil Water for Pasta

 1 lb Bacon for Bits
Save Bacon Grease For Chicken
Cook and Drain pan, Leave enough to cover pan and Fry Chicken. You can even use the grease to saute the Peppers and Garlic.

 Bread Chicken with Panko Bread Crumbs and Fry till done in saved Bacon Grease.
Some people choose to not bread the Chicken. Totally optional.

 Chop & Prepare the Pepper, Garlic, and Parsley, You can Shred your Cheese now too..

1/2 Cup Red Pepper

2 Cloves Garlic

 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley

 Add 2 tsp of Butter or bacon Grease to Sauce Pan, then Saute Peppers, Garlic & Bacon Bits together till roasted

 Now..Add
1 Stick Butter till Melted then add


1/2 Cup Romano

 1/2 cup Parmesan

1/2 Cup Mozzarella

 2 cups Milk

2 cups Heavy Cream

 1/4 tsp Salt

1/4 tsp Pepper



Saute Shrimp in pan alone

Boil till Creamy saucy consistency approx 10 Minutes, Stir Often and enjoy the aroma! Once done ... Add Cooked Chicken and Shrimp. Simmer about 5 minutes. Drain Pasta and place in a 13x9 Pyrex Dish and Cover with Carbonara Meats & Sauce.
Cover with Panko Breadcrumbs and More Cheese
Bake at 350 for 15 minutes
Serve with a Greek Salad and Bread Sticks

Wine - A Refreshing Pinot Grigio or an unoaked Gavi di Gavi from Italy. I always like a good Roscato or Moscato or A White Moscato also pairs well.

Enjoy! Mix and Change to suit your Taste!



That's the fun of cooking..

How to Make Homemade Greek Dressing - So Tantalizing

Homemade Greek Salad Dressing 



1/2 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1/3 Cup  Red wine Vinegar

Juice from 1 lemon  approx 2 tbsp

1 tbsp  Dijon Mustard  -  MUST HAVE! Key Ingredient to a Perfect Flavor 

1/2 Tsp Salt 

1/4 Tsp Black Pepper

1/4 Basil, Oregano ( Both)  or Italian Seasoning 

1/4-1/2 tsp Garlic Powder 

1/4 tsp  Onion Powder if Desired



Salad -  Romaine Lettuce, Onions, Feta Cheese, Cucumbers and Tomatoes...  I like to top with Peperoncinis , and sometimes olives, If I have them..  

Spaghetti & Italian Cheesy Meatballs

Lazy rainy Sunday evening and the kids gave me the push I needed to produce my first cooking video...I'm truly happy they did.  I see Youtube as a way to pass on traditions from generation to generations..  Vlogging along with tradtional pen and paper is the perfect way for my kids to always know what Mom put in her sauce :).. So, I hope that what I see as a great way to pass on traditions and make new ones will inspire you to do the same. The world needs more of that,

 Enjoy!  

Spaghetti & Cheesy Italian Meatballs

Ingredients

Meatballs
2 Slices Soft White Bread
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1/2 Parmesan Cheese  - More if your Please  :P
1/2lb Ground Sausage 
1/2lb Ground Beef
1/2tsp Salt
1/2tsp Pepper
1 tsp minced Fresh Garlic
1/2 tsp Basil  (optional)

Mince up bread crumbs as fine as possible, I use my ninja. Mix in egg and each ingredient and mix up well.  Roll Meatballs and Fry in Olive oil until brown on all sides  or Bake in Preheated oven at 400 degrees for 20 minutes

Sauce -   

Saute  
2 tbsp  Olive oil
1 tbsp Minced Garlic
Saute till till roasted 

Add
1/2 cup Onion
1/2 Cup Green Pepper
1/2 Cup Mushroom
Sautee with Roasted Garlic till tender soft, but not spongy 

Add  
2 6oz Can Tomatoes Paste 
6 Cans Water  I just use the can to measure

Add to Sautee Mixture along with in ingredients below 
1/2 Tsp Salt 
1/2 Tsp Pepper
1/2 Tsp Garlic Salt 
1/2 Basil 

Simmer for 10 minutes 
Add Browned Meatballs to Sauce and allow to simmer 15 more minutes

Serve with Greek Salad and French Bread

Glowing goddess Smoothie

Why!? Because it's good for you! You don't need a whole lot  to reap the benefits of a smoothie. So what, you don't have Flax seed or Hemp seed. You will loose protein, But , I just have a scoop of Peanut Butter with my smoothie, not in my smoothie.  This concoction aids in hydration, energy, mental focus and immunity. You literally glow! I drink one a day as my Breakfast and love the results.  I like to use organic, homegrown, or local ingredients... However its the wrong time of year here. So I buy as organic as possible.   I had the pleasure of working as an extra on a movie set and noticed this was something all the screen goddesses had for breakfast.  I do not know their ingredients,  I just know I love the results from this below.  You can sub Blueberries or Grapes for Apples ,Kiwis for Melon and add mint, cilantro and other herbs for taste.  Have fun and build your own!

Averages to almost 1 cup each 

1 Organic Apple -
1 Frozen Banana  -  Leave out for less calories if desired
1 Cup Melon - Cantaloupe or Honey Dew
1/2 Cucumber
1/2 stalk celery  = 1/2 cup
Handful - Spinach, Kale or Both
1/2 cup crush ice
1/2 - 1 cup water  (Your Preference and depends on processor)

You may add the following for taste if you choose.. 

Fresh Cilantro
1/2 tsp Sea salt optional
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder  - Optional - Cause it's never hurt anyone and I put it in everything

Blend in Ninja or Processor. I drink half and save the rest for lunch or share the rest with my husband. I just make sure I get the one in per day and  I notice remarkable results with my energy, focus, weight management and Glowing skin :).  As with anything you will see results after about a week of consistently drinking one for breakfast each day.  This combined with a clean diet and exercise will aid helping you feel your full potential. Stay tuned for clean eating recipes and organic gardening :) 

Benefits

Apple
Rich in antioxidants
Fiber
Lowers level of cholesterol

Banana

Regularity

Aid in Weight loss

Potassium 

Vitamin B6 

Melon

B Vitamins 

Vitamin K 

Fiber

Celery -

Reduces inflammation, 

Contains Magnesium which helps soothe the nervous system

Lowers Blood Pressure 

Removes Bad cholesterol 

Contains Vitamin A

Spinach  
Folate
Protein
Zinc
Calcium
Magnesium

Kale -  

Anti Inflammatory

Cardiovascular Support

Vitamin A &C

Calcium 

Top Detox food 

#greensmoothie #greengoddesssmoothie #health #weightloss #detox #nutrininja #spinach #goodforyou #healthyeating #smoothie #mentalfocus #energy #immunity

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Easy Cheesy Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms

These are always a hit!   No matter the party scale these are sure to please with their cheesy bacon flavor!  5 Easy Steps and the compliments roll!   You'll be ask to bring these to every party you attend

Preheat Oven  350 degrees

4 oz package of  "Real" Bacon Bits 
1 Package Philly Cream Cheese 
1 cup Shredded Cheddar
16oz White Mushrooms or Baby Bella

1.Wash and Pit Mushrooms-  I save the stems and use in soup, sauce or casserole
2.Mix Cream Cheese and Bacon Bits 
3.Stuff Mushroom Caps with Cream Cheese mixture
4.Sprinkle Cheddar Cheese on top 
5.Bake for 15-20 minutes til Mushrooms are soft