Daily Dish for Tuesday for the Original Copy Officer Captain Family Another Caribbean Brunch
- Katherine Victoria Vananderland
- Jan 19, 2021
- 9 min read
Ingredients
8 large eggs
2 cups 2% milk
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup crumbled cooked bacon (about 14 slices)
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
3/4 cup pineapple tidbits
1 package (12 ounces) Hawaiian sweet rolls, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup coarsely crushed french-fried onions
Directions
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce and mustard until blended. Stir in cheeses, bacon, ham and pineapple. Gently stir in cubed rolls. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, 35-45 minutes or until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, sprinkling with onions halfway through baking. Let stand 5-10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 308 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 167mg cholesterol, 669mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
Hawaiian Waffles
Ingredients
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup pineapple juice
WAFFLES:
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, separated, room temperature
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Additional chopped macadamia nuts, toasted, optional
Directions
In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until sauce begins to thicken, 12-15 minutes; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Combine egg yolks, milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Stir in pineapple, coconut and nuts. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter (batter will be thick).
Preheat waffle maker. Fill and bake according to manufacturer's directions. Serve with pineapple sauce and additional nuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts 2 each: 446 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 495mg sodium, 76g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
Grilled Chicken and Mango Skewers
Ingredients
3 medium ears sweet corn
1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons sliced green onions, divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium mango, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Lime wedges, optional
Directions
Cut corn from cobs. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute cut corn until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/3 cup green onions. Keep warm.
Toss chicken with salt and pepper. Alternately thread chicken and mango onto 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Brush with oil.
Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until chicken is no longer pink, 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally. Serve with corn mixture; sprinkle with remaining green onions. If desired, serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts 1 skewer with 1/2 cup corn mixture: 297 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 387mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
Caribbean Shrimp & Rice Bowl
Ingredients
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
1 medium mango, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup salsa
1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice
1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon Caribbean jerk seasoning
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 green onions, sliced
Lime wedges, optional
Directions
For avocado cream, mash avocado with sour cream and salt until smooth. In a small saucepan, combine beans, pineapple, mango and salsa; heat through, stirring occasionally. Prepare rice according to package directions.
Toss shrimp with jerk seasoning. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes.
Divide rice and bean mixture among four bowls. Top with shrimp and green onions. Serve with avocado cream and, if desired, lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 498 calories, 14g fat (2g saturated fat), 145mg cholesterol, 698mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 9g fiber), 29g protein.
Steak with Chipotle-Lime Chimichurri
Ingredients
2 cups fresh parsley leaves
1-1/2 cups fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 medium red onion, coarsely chopped
1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
5 garlic cloves, sliced
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/4 cup lime juice
3 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 pounds beef flat iron steaks or 2 beef top sirloin steaks (1 pound each)
Directions
For chimichurri, place the first 5 ingredients in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add oil, vinegar, lime zest, lime juice, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; process until blended. Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate, covered, until serving.
Sprinkle steaks with the remaining salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat 5-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with chimichurri.
Nutrition Facts 3 ounces cooked steak with 3 tablespoons sauce: 336 calories, 26g fat (7g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 462mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein.
Easy Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs
Ingredients
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked homestyle or Swedish meatballs, thawed
1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup cold water
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Hot cooked rice, optional
Thinly sliced green onions, optional
Directions
Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Set pineapple aside. Add enough water to juice if needed to measure 1 cup. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the meatballs, green pepper and juice mixture until heated through.
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, cold water, vinegar and soy sauce until smooth. Add brown sugar and reserved pineapple to the pan; stir in cornstarch mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. If desired, serve with rice and top with green onions.
Nutrition Facts
1 serving: 330 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 572mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.Pepper Mango Salsa
Ingredients
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon olive oil
Dash salt
Dash coarsely ground pepper
3 medium mangoes, peeled and finely chopped
2 cups finely chopped fresh pineapple
1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 Anaheim or poblano pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Tortilla chips
Directions
Whisk together first 5 ingredients. In a large bowl, combine fruit, peppers, onion and cilantro; toss with lime juice mixture.
Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour to allow flavors to blend. Stir before serving. Serve with chips.
Nutrition Facts 1/4 cup salsa: 47 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 63mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch.
Caribbean Jerk Chicken
Ingredients
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 chicken leg quarters
Directions
In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Remove skin from chicken; if desired, use a sharp knife to cut through the leg quarter joints. Add chicken to marinade; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.
Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Place chicken on greased grill rack; cook, covered, over medium heat 35-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°-175°, turning occasionally.
Nutrition Facts 1 each: 335 calories, 20g fat (4g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 563mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein.
Chimichurri Baked Flounder
Ingredients
4 flounder or other lean white fish fillets (about 3 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
4 teaspoons lemon juice
Optional: Lemon wedges and additional herbs
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°. Place fillets in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with garlic salt. Bake until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 15-20 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk together oil, chopped herbs and lemon juice. Pour over cooked fillets. If desired, serve with lemon wedges and additional herbs.
Nutrition Facts 1 fillet with 3 tablespoons sauce: 313 calories, 28g fat (4g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 186mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 14g protein.
Grilled Huli Huli Chicken
Ingredients
1 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup ketchup
3/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup sherry or chicken broth
2-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
24 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 6 pounds)
Directions
In a small bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients. Reserve 1-1/3 cups for basting; cover and refrigerate. Divide remaining marinade between 2 large shallow dishes. Add 12 chicken thighs to each; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, for 8 hours or overnight.
Drain chicken, discarding marinade.
Grill chicken, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°; baste occasionally with reserved marinade during the last 5 minutes.
Grilled Huli Huli Chicken Tips What does huli huli mean in Hawaiian? Huli means to turn or reverse. Huli Huli Chicken is an appropriate name for the recipe, as it traditionally is turned several times during roasting. Pair this Hawaiian chicken recipe with one of our other favorite Hawaiian recipes.How do I grill chicken? Grilling chicken is very easy to do! Make sure you take the time to marinate your chicken to prevent it from being tough, clean the grill grates well and lightly oil the grates right before adding the chicken. Overcooked chicken can be very dry, so use a thermometer during the final minutes of cooking time and remove the chicken from the heat as soon as it reaches 165° degrees. If you don't feel like firing up the grill, sear the chicken in a touch of oil in a skillet or grill pan. Then, transfer to a 375-degree oven for basting and baking.What's the benefit of grilling chicken thighs? Chicken thighs have a higher fat content, allowing them to stay juicier and moister while grilling over high heat. Not only that, but they're economical, too. Try out one of these other grilled chicken recipes, too. Nutrition Facts 2 chicken thighs: 391 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 651mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 43g protein. No-Fuss Avocado Onion Salad
Ingredients
3 medium ripe avocados, peeled and thinly sliced
1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup stone-ground mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
Directions
Arrange avocado and onion slices on a large platter. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients; drizzle over salad. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 147 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 108mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1/2 starch.
Arroz Con Leche (Rice Pudding)
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
3 tablespoons raisins
Directions
In a small saucepan, combine the water, rice and cinnamon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until water is absorbed.
Stir in milk and raisins. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until thick and creamy, stirring frequently. Discard cinnamon. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts 1/2 cup: 351 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 99mg sodium, 65g carbohydrate (46g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
Black Beans with Bell Peppers & Rice
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 each medium sweet yellow, orange and red pepper, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
Directions
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add peppers, onion and garlic; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add beans, rice, cumin and oregano; heat through.
Stir in 1 cup cheese; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Remove from heat. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts 1 cup: 347 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 477mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 8g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 fat.
Shortcut Tres Leches Cake
Ingredients
1 package butter recipe golden cake or yellow cake mix (regular size)
3 large eggs, room temperature
2/3 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
WHIPPED CREAM:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, milk, softened butter and vanilla; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack 20 minutes.
In a 4-cup measuring cup, whisk topping ingredients until blended. Using a skewer, generously poke holes in top of warm cake. Pour milk mixture slowly over cake, filling holes. Cool 30 minutes longer. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours or overnight.
In a bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form. Spread over cake.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 343 calories, 20g fat (12g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 257mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
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