Posts Tagged ‘PC’

Jun
13


I had some company over on Friday night for dinner and I have to admit – the meal was divine. I served one main course and three salads plus dessert. Right now, I feel like I need to share one particular salad recipe with you STAT.

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This Thai Crunch Brussels Sprout recipe was worth all the chopping and all the ingredients. TRUST ME. LOL

Thai Crunch Brussel Sprout Salad (taken from a fantastic blog that I subscribe to..Sweet Eats)

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound brussels sprouts, stems removed and thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 scallions, sliced
1 cucumber, seeds removed and sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 small red cabbage, thinly sliced
3 carrots, peeled or grated
1/2 cup freshly torn cilantro
1/2 cup shelled edamame
1/3 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup roasted cashews, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

chili lime dressing
1 cup sweet chili sauce ( I used PC® Memories of Thai)
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/2 cup light canned coconut milk
5 tablespoons honey
4 garlic cloves, pressed or finely minced
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 teaspoon-sized knobs of ginger, grated
2 limes, juiced
1 tablespoon soy sauce

directions:

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Add the sliced brussels and garlic, tossing to coat. Season with the salt and pepper and cook until the brussels are a bit crispy, then remove and place in a bowl.

Add the scallions, cucumber, peppers, cabbage, carrots, cilantro and edamame to the brussels, tossing well to mix. Add in half of the peanuts and the cashews and all of the sesame seeds. Pour a 1/4 cup of the dressing over top and toss the salad well. Top with the remaining peanuts and cashews. Serve the salad with the extra dressing. (The extra dressing can be kept sealed in the fridge for a week or so!)

chili lime dressing
Combine all ingredients in a saucepan, whisking to combine. Bring to a boil, the reduce to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

I actually used my beloved Blentec and the dressing came out velvety smooth and super flavourful. I can see myself using this dressing in all sorts of future recipes…that’s how good it tasted.

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FINAL RESULT

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Happy Cooking.

 

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Mar
05


I think Spring is around the corner! 🙂  There’s evidence that the snow is melting and this makes me smile!!

I’m also happy to report that Spring has arrived at Loblaws too! Soon you will see these gorgeous Spring items on the shelves. I don’t know about you but I really think PC, Life at Home and Everyday Essential products, nail it when it comes to price point and design.

I have a feeling know I will be purchasing these items, very very soon!

Here’s a few items that are on my wish list:

a) Yes – these plates have my name on them!  Sooo pretty. Soooo colourful.

spring - table

b) See this black table? Well it’s $69 and the perfect size for my balcony. Not to mention it will come in handy as a buffet when I entertain.

spring - blacktable

c) This water bottle is the perfect size for me to DRINK MORE WATER. I love the handle, the size of it, the giant straw and the fact that it will keep my water cool too.

spring - water

d) Last but not least, I adore this platter. It’s perfect for taco night.  Each container will soon be filled with sour cream, chopped lettuce, salsa, guacamole, shredded cheese and black beans.

spring - taco night

Hope you have as much fun shopping for PC products or Life at Home products as I will.

See you at the Real Canadian Superstore!!

 

 

 

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