Entertaining

One-Pot Roasted Chicken & Veggies

I know it’s hot out there for some of you and you are craving popsicles & salads. Well, guess what….sometimes you need a hearty meal too. One that takes a little while to cook, but no hovering over. A meal already prepared ~ so you can reach into your fridge & grab it, that way you can get on with more important things. This One-Pot Roasted Chicken & Veggies is sooooo simple to prepare. Go ahead & toss some on your salad. I asked my awesome pal Jesse Morris from the blog KillerChefs what the heck to do with a chicken I bought recently….this is his great idea.

 

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Sometimes I listen, sometimes I don’t. I listen to Jesse ’cause he really knows great food & good cookin’.

 

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He is a chef & also a hunter ~ so I trust. Hence his blog name KillerChefs. Jesse was the head chef at the fabulous restaurant Roy’s. He knows stuff. I often ask him cooking questions and he answers back quickly with great ideas. You can ask him questions too on his Facebook page.

 

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This chicken is perfect for those on grain-free, gluten-free and Paleo meal plans. What you got here is a protein-packed, veggie-rich meal.

 

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So even though it takes a little while in the oven, it is worth it’s while to have great food at the ready. I can take extra time to my mountain views & smell a delicious meal cooking in the oven.

 

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The kids can play outside while it cooks. You can run around the house doing whatever it is you need to do. Or you can sit and have a cocktail.

 

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I like to serve our chicken over these pretty sunflower sprouts.

 

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You can also go with a salad, pasta, quinoa, hunks of crusty bread or rice. Your choice. Enjoy your chicken!

 

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~ Marla Meridith

Berries

Baked Strawberry Steel Cut Oatmeal – Vegan

One of your favorite (and my favorite recipes) on MarlaMeridith.com is Blueberry-Coconut Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal.

When you have great success it makes sense to repeat it with somethin’ similar but a smidge Ā different.Ā Strawberry Baked Steel Cut OatmealĀ is a fine example as to how to make this happen.

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~ Marla Meridith

Commentary

Join me on Google+

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Well hello there! How is your weekend going? I hope it is wonderful, relaxing and playful. I have recently started playing on Google+ and I LOVE it over there.

There is a wonderful community of foodies. It is really easy to share content and it is a great way to socialize and make new friends.

Join me over there for lots of fun shares. Also leave your Google+ links your comments below ~ so we can follow you back! If you would like to be a part of my Breakfast Lovers CommunityĀ please request an invite. Also I just launched Ā a Food Styling BLISS Community that you can just click to join.

~ Marla Meridith

Brunch

Tipsy Orange Julius Shakes

Tipsy Orange Julius Shakes | Make 'em with or without the booze! recipe on MarlaMeridith.com #vegan

Lots of folks grew sipping on famous Orange Julius Shakes. Not really sure we had ’em on Long Island. I know we don’t have ’em here in Telluride.

So whether or not this fine, sweet drink is in your neck of the woods….now it can be. And in case you’re in the mood ~ you can make it tipsy (or not).

Say hello to the Tipsy Orange Julius Shakes ya’ll.

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~ Marla Meridith

Entertaining

Curry Shrimp Salad

Hope you all had a lovely long weekend! We had a bright & sunny Mountain Film festival here in Telluride, CO. With temperatures heating up we all crave lighter food ~ such as thisĀ Curry Shrimp Salad.

All you need are s few simple ingredients. No cooking is required, which is ideal for hot summer days.
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~ Marla Meridith

Commentary

Stars & Stripes: Memorial Day Weekend

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Wow! Can you believe Memorial Day weekend is here?Ā Stars & Stripes.

What symbolizes our beautiful country more that our regal flag? I photograph it every chance I get. It glows with color, light and freedom. What does Memorial Day mean to you?

Beyond the BBQ’s, suds & splashes, this is a time to pay respect and tribute to those who have passed while serving & protecting us. Let’s honor those who dedicate their lives to us…thank you.

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~ Marla Meridith

Berries

Blueberry Pie Yogurt Parfaits

 

Looking for a great chill out, cool it down, keep it skinny treat? Try these Blueberry Pie Yogurt Parfaits that I created for Attune Foods. These pretty parfaits can be made with regular yogurt or vegan options. The choice is yours.

 

 

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If you are a blueberry lover then these certainly are for you…

 

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The crushed graham crackers makes it feel a bit more decadent then it is.

 

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Enjoy!

 

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Berries

Chocolate Pancake Layer Cake – Gluten Free

Is this Chocolate Pancake Layer CakeĀ for breakfast or dessert? Quite frankly I am not so sure as I enjoyed it for both. No matter what time you slice into it your taste buds will be very pleased.

I am honored to be participating in the Chocolate Cake Food Styling Challenge hosted by super talented baker Amanda the creator of i am baker. Read on to find out more…

 

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~ Marla Meridith

Cheese

Orzo Pasta with Chicken, Fresh Herbs & Feta

Happy Friday! Hopefully you’ve had a productive week & your now looking forward to a fun & relaxing weekend. Not sure I relax much on the weekends ~ there is always so much active fun to be had here in the mountains. No matter what you do, this meal comes together quickly so you can enjoy whatever it is you have planned.

Orzo Pasta with Chicken, Fresh Herbs & Feta is perfect for outdoor entertaining, the lunchbox and any time at all!

 

Orzo Pasta with Chicken, Fresh Herbs & Feta | recipe on MarlaMeridith.com

 

Isn’t it so wonderful this time of year to grab handfuls of fresh herbs to flavor your food?! I have a small confession…I cannot keep any plants alive. I purchase herbs ever time I need ’em and I need to change that asap.

 

Orzo Pasta with Chicken, Fresh Herbs & Feta | recipe on MarlaMeridith.com

 

Obviously. I need some pots of herbs that I can trim at any whim.

 

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Nothing about this recipe is complex. Just a dang good meal.

 

Orzo Pasta with Chicken, Fresh Herbs & Feta | recipe on MarlaMeridith.com

Orzo Pasta with Chicken, Fresh Herbs & Feta | recipe on MarlaMeridith.com

 

Folks really take a liking to orzo pasta. In the past few months I have shared some recipes with it. Orzo with Wild Pheasant, Sweet Potatoes & Mushrooms is filled with delicious fall/winter flavors.

 

Orzo with Wild Pheasant, Sweet Potato & Mushrooms (use chicken too!) | recipe on MarlaMeridith.com

 

Orzo Pasta with Roasted Broccoli & Chickpeas is perfect for any season. Serve it hot or cold.

 

Orzo Pasta with Roasted Broccoli & Chickpeas | Vegan Recipe on MarlaMeridith.com

 

Hope you get to enjoy these pasta recipes really soon!

 

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Cocktails

Irish Coffee Shooters (Hot or Iced)

Let’s cut right to the chase. No games. OK?! What could be better than coffee, whipped cream & whiskey??!! Oh gee, to have all that in one line of text is pretty awesome ~ let alone to have all of ’em in one drink! These Irish Coffee Shooters are a fun twist on a classic cocktail.

 

Irish Coffee Shooters (Hot or Iced) | Cocktail Recipe on MarlaMeridith.com

I took thousands of pictures of these shooters. I thought they were quite lovely to gaze upon.

 

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If you are as visual as me then all you really need to do is look at the photos, hop into the kitchen and make some Irish Coffee Shooters. Serve these hot or iced. Either way all’s good.

 

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Irish Coffee Shooters (Hot or Iced) | Cocktail Recipe on MarlaMeridith.com

 

Jameson Irish Whiskey is a great choice unless you have another favorite spirit you wanna try out.

 

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 You might not want to tell Irish whiskey lovers that you went with somethin’ else though.

 

Irish Coffee Shooters (Hot or Iced) | Cocktail Recipe on MarlaMeridith.com

 

No matter what, just be sure you have plenty of Homemade Whipped Cream. I mean lots. Like make extra.

 

Irish Coffee Shooters (Hot or Iced) | Cocktail Recipe on MarlaMeridith.com

 

Thanks for bearing with so many photos ~ now go ahead & make some Irish Whiskey Shooters. You’ll be glad you did!

 

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Happy Posts

Happy Mother’s Day!

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Here’s to all you beautiful mommies out there! I hope you have a wonderful day being celebrated for all of the amazing things you do. Happy Mother’s Day!

XO

(PS: If you need to print out some Mother’s Day Cards visit my *FREEBIE* Printable Cards post)

~ Marla Meridith