Lynda was front and center at this matchup between these 2 similar teams. Which team pulled out a win, Lynda? My husband liked them both, but felt the Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms was slightly better. I, on the other hand, felt the Slow Cooker Chicken and Mushrooms was better by far. So, I am … Read More »
Game Summary: Tomato Basil Parmesan Soup vs. Mama Mia Spaghetti Sauce
How did you enjoy this game, Cathy? This was so much fun! We liked both the Mama Mia Spaghetti Sauce and the Tomato Basil Parmesan Soup! Kind of like apples and oranges! Tara ate both, Taylor doesn't do soup, but she did try a spoonful. Tara has already called dibs on the leftovers of … Read More »
Game Summary: Greek Chicken Pitas vs. Garlic Lime Chicken
Garlic lime chicken and the Greek chicken pitas are two of my faves. How did they fare against each other, Kara? Our family loved both the garlic lime chicken and the Greek pita chicken. I think the winner is the Green pita chicken. Feedback, yes the kids ate both (but my kids are not picky … Read More »
Game Summary: Stuffed Shells vs. Rosemary Pork
Ellen's report is as follows... The winner for 14 is Pasta Stuffed Pasta Shells. It is really great. I will make the recipe again. My store was out of Jumbo Pasta shells so I had to be creative. I got the medium shells they had and layered shells/sauce/meat mixture in the crock pot. I think with … Read More »
Game Summary: French Dip vs. Sloppy Joe
French Dip Sloppy Joe Both of these look delish. Which one ended up taking the game, Maleen? This was not a close competition by any means. French Dip Sandwiches won hands down. I followed the recipes as described because I wanted accurate results with what you might try at home. The meat … Read More »
Game Summary: Cranberry Raisin Steel-cut Oats vs. Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Dixie has the report of this contest. Dixie, which recipe fared better in your mind? The steel cut oats were very good. The oats were chewy and the raisins added a nice subtle, but sweet flavor. I was disappointed that the cranberries had seemed to just dissolve in the cooking. Granted, I did … Read More »
Game Summary: Wheatberry Salad vs. Barley and Pinenuts
Correspondent, Gina, was at this competition...what do you have for us, Gina? The fruit, nut, and wheat berry salad was the clear winner in our family. The salad was chewy, crunchy, nutty, and fruity. It had a great combination of flavors. The orange zest gave it a great … Read More »
Game Summary: Porcupine Meatballs vs. Gary’s Italian Chicken
Winner winner Gary's Chicken Dinner! Woo! Love this recipe. I was rooting for you, little buddy. Rachel was at the sidelines of this game. How'd it go, Rachel? This game was a total blowout, no down to the buzzer here. We had a clear winner in Uncle Gary's Italian Chicken! I … Read More »
Game Summary: Thai Peanut Chicken vs Beef and Barley Soup
And the undeniable winner is the Thai Peanut Chicken! Leslie was at this game and gave these suggestions: 1. Beef and barley soup. Not my favorite. My Mom liked it a lot. I didn't have the carrots and I think the red wine vinegar was overwhelming. 2. Thai peanut chicken. We both loved it. Will … Read More »
March Madness Day 21: Coconut Thai Soup
1 onion, minced 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger 1 1/2 tsp canola oil 2 cups chicken broth 1 (14 oz) can coconut milk 1 stalk lemon grass (trim off bottom 5 inches, peel off outer layer and smash the stalk with the back of a chef's knife) 1 grated carrot 1 1/2 Tbsp fish sauce 10 … Read More »