Most folks these days are doing their best to make
smarter dietary choices. In the summer,
with all the hustle and bustle of outside activities, this can be
difficult. We found some sensational
summer recipes that you can substitute some of that fast food with. These are easily transportable!!
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Tropical Chicken Skewers |
INGREDIENTS:
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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast and/or thighs, cut into 3/4-inch cubes 1/2 cup Goya Mojo
Criollo 1/2 cup Goya Pineapple
Nectar 1 teaspoon Goya Adobo All-Purpose Seasoning |
1 (20 ounce) can Goya Pineapple Chunks , drained 1/2 yellow onion,
cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 tablespoon Goya
Vegetable Oil |
DIRECTIONS:
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1. |
In large container with lid, or in large zip-top bag, mix
together chicken, Mojo, nectar and Adobo until coated; transfer to
refrigerator. Marinate chicken at least 2 hrs, or up to 24 hours. |
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2. |
Strain chicken, discarding marinade. On each skewer,
alternately thread pineapple, chicken, onions and peppers. |
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3. |
Prepare grill to medium-high heat (or heat oil in large grill
pan over medium-high heat). Cook skewers, turning once, until chicken turns
dark golden brown and cooked through and vegetables are tender, about 15
minutes. Transfer to serving platter; serve warm. |
Similar to relish, Chow Chow would be perfect for
transporting to all your summer picnics!!
This would also make a wonderful salsa.
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Chow
Chow |
INGREDIENTS:
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12 1/2 pounds green tomatoes,
chopped 8 large onions,
chopped 10 green bell
peppers, chopped 3 teaspoons salt 6 chopped green
chile peppers 1 quart distilled
white vinegar |
1 3/4 cups white
sugar 1/2 cup prepared
horseradish 1 tablespoon ground
cinnamon 1 tablespoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon ground
cloves |
DIRECTIONS:
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1. |
In a large bowl combine tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and
salt. Let stand overnight. |
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2. |
Drain the tomato/pepper mixture and add the hot chile peppers,
vinegar, sugar, and horseradish. Wrap the cinnamon, allspice, and cloves in
cheesecloth or a porous bag, and add to tomato/pepper mixture. |
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3. |
Boil for 15 minutes, or until tender. |
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4. |
Pack tightly in sterilized jars and seal. |
Dip and crackers are always nice to have on hand in the
vehicle (in a cooler, of course). This
dill dip is awesome!
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Dill Cucumber Dip |
INGREDIENTS:
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1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 2 cucumbers - peeled, seeded and chopped |
1 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon fresh
lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon dried
dill weed 1/2 teaspoon hot
pepper sauce |
DIRECTIONS:
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1. |
Place cream cheese in a medium bowl. Beat until smooth. Stir
in cucumbers, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, dill weed and hot pepper sauce. |
Hopefully we have offered you some viable, healthier
solutions for the summer. If you have
favorites you would like share with the rest of the class, please email them to
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