Maggie’s Menu: Spicy Vodka Sauce

Posted by magpie
On June 26, 2016

Message from Maggie: At a recent conference I got to talking about recipes. A colleagues wife shared this recipe with me. This recipe was an instant favorite in my household. Ingredients: ¼ cup vodka 1 tsp red pepper flakes 2 T. butter 1 T. olive oil 2 shallots, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 slices […]

Maggie’s Menu: Rosemary Steaks on the Grill

Posted by magpie
On June 6, 2016

Message from Maggie: I was leaving town for a few days so wanted to make a nice meal for Mr. Magpie before taking off. Check out this easy beef marinade. Ingredients: 3 sprigs rosemary leaves, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped Pinch crushed red pepper flakes Extra-virgin olive oil 2 4 oz. […]

Maggie’s Menu: Greek Chicken + Other Greek Acutraments

Posted by magpie
On May 27, 2016

Message from Maggie: I’m always asking Mr. Magpie for suggestions on meals he’d like me to try making. This week he suggested Greek food. Ingredients: Chicken Marinade 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup fresh squeeze lemon juice (about 3 lemons) 1 1/2 tsp red wine vinegar 2 tsp finely minced garlic 1 1/2 tsp dried […]

Maggie’s Menu: Meatballs

Posted by magpie
On May 25, 2016

Message from Maggie: My italian husband asked me to start incorporating more italian fare. Tonight I made meatballs altering this easy recipe from The Kitchn. Rather than pasta, I served with zucchini noodles and roasted eggplant. Ingredients: 1/2 cup milk (whole, 2%, or skim) 1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs (Note: I used gluten free) 1 […]

Maggie’s Menu: Curried Honey Mustard Chicken

Posted by magpie
On May 24, 2016

Message from Maggie: I decided to veer from an old favorite and try a new version of curry chicken. This is an easy marinade you can whip up before work and then throw on the grill when you are home. Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil 1/3 cup honey 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 4 teaspoons curry powder […]

Maggie’s Menu: Beef + Snap Pea Lo Mein

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On May 9, 2016

Message from Maggie: Mr. Magpie was bragging about my beef lo mein this weekend at a friend’s wedding so I decided to do another play on my previous recipe with snap peas instead of broccoli. Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup olive oil 1 lb filet mignon 2 teaspoons of hot sesame oil 1 large carrot […]

Maggie’s Menu: Weeknight Baked Chicken Parmesan

Posted by magpie
On May 4, 2016

Message from Maggie: Chicken parmesan is my Italian husbands favorite. For a weeknight, healthier solution try this baked chicken parmesan. Ingredients: Breadcrumbs (Note: I use Aleia’s gluten free Italian breadcrumbs) Olive oil Egg Chicken breast (Note: I like the thin version since they cook quickly) Egg Part skim mozzarella cheese, sliced Marinara Basil (optional) Instructions: […]

Maggie’s Menu: Basic Grilled Curry Chicken

Posted by magpie
On April 18, 2016

Message from Maggie: Its BEAUTIFUL in DC this weekend. Brad and I planted our herb and vegetable garden and made plans for our shed remodel. In the mean time I organized, purged, and labeled whats left in the shed. Tonight we are relaxing and enjoying guac and chips before chicken on the grill served with […]

Maggie’s Menu: Rack of Lamb

Posted by magpie
On March 26, 2016

Message from Maggie: I hosted my in-laws for Easter this year. This recipe came from my sister in law and has become a favorite. Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary leaves 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 2 racks of lamb (Note: I like […]

Maggie’s Menu: BBQ Short Ribs

Posted by magpie
On March 24, 2016

Message from Maggie: This is one of my father in laws favorite meals and since he will be with us tomorrow I made this for his birthday dinner. I plan to serve this along side green beans, risotto, a big salad, and a peach pie for dessert. Note: You can make this a day in […]