Maggie’s Menu: Grilled Green Chicken

Posted by magpie
On August 8, 2016

Message from Maggie: Using the same marinade we used on our grilled green shrimp, we tried it on grilled chicken and had great results. Build in some extra time for marinating with this summer recipe. Ingredients: 1/4 t. red pepper flake (more if you like it spicy!) 5 sprigs parsley, minced 1/8 t. pepper 1 […]

Maggie’s Menu: Styling a summer charcuterie + cheese board

Posted by magpie
On August 6, 2016

Message from Maggie: As you know we love to serve charcuterie and cheese boards as appetizers. Here’s a summer tip to take it up a notch! Since most of our summer dinner parties include use of the grill we have been throwing summer sausages on the grill. These are interesting substitutes for traditional salami or […]

Maggie’s Menu: Crispy Rosemary Potatoes

Posted by magpie
On August 4, 2016

Message from Maggie: My oldest friend Laura made these potatoes when I was visiting her a few weekends ago. The parchment paper is key in making them crispy! Ingredients: Small potatoes (Note: I used small red potatoes and fingerling) Rosemary Olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Parchment paper Instructions: Preheat oven 350 degrees. Cut […]

Maggie’s Menu: Grilled Green Shrimp

Posted by magpie
On August 2, 2016

Message from Maggie: I created this marinade from herbs in my garden. It was a a delicious summer inspired taste. Ingredients: 1/4 t. red pepper flake (more if you like it spicy!) 5 sprigs parsley, minced 1/8 t. pepper 1 shallott, minced 1 T. lemon 1 T. lime 2 T. white wine 6 basil leaves, […]

Maggie’s Menu: Corn and Potato Salad

Posted by magpie
On July 24, 2016

Message from Maggie: Its 100 degrees in DC! Help us. We had friends for dinner and made steak, asparagus, green salad, and wanted a cool side. This is an altered recipe from Better Homes and Gardens that my mother in law shared with me. Its nice for a hot summer day since you can […]

Maggie’s Menu: Flank Steak with Snow Peas

Posted by magpie
On July 16, 2016

Message from Maggie: In my quest to find good asian food in our neighborhood I have been trying to cook my own asian inspired meals. See here and here. Below is my latest endeavor- a play on The Pioneer woman’s recipe here. Ingredients: 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari 3 tablespoons apple vinegar 2 […]

Maggie’s Menu: How to Chiffonade in 3 Steps

Posted by magpie
On July 13, 2016

Maggie’s Menu: Blueberry Muffins

Posted by magpie
On July 9, 2016

Message from Maggie: Another pal invited us for dinner tomorrow to show off their new home. I created another play on my housewarming gift basket but instead of bread, I included these blueberry muffins. Given my friends husband is gluten free, I used a rendition of King Arthur’s blueberry muffin recipe, using their gluten free […]

Maggie’s Menu: Grilled Pesto Chicken

Posted by magpie
On July 8, 2016

Message from Maggie: The basil in Mr. Magpie’s garden is so healthy right now. I decided to make a batch Giada De Laurentiis’ pesto, so we can use it on chicken, pasta, and zucchini noodles. Speaking of, have you read my ode to a spiralizer? Below is a link to pesto chicken. Ingredients: 2 boneless […]

Maggie’s Menu: Rosemary Parmesan Oven Roasted Potatoes

Posted by magpie
On July 6, 2016

Message from Maggie: I brought these rosemary parmesan roasted potatoes as a side to pair with my apricot chicken for a dear friend who recently had a new baby. The potatoes are easy to make and can be done ahead of time and then reheated. Ingredients: 1 lb. baby potatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 […]

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