Grilled Chicken Sandwich and quick German Chocolate Cake

This is the first time I have used my Double Burner Grill Pan (#2924) and I loved it.  I didn't take very good pictures as I was getting ready for a party.  I can tell you though that I had it all ready in an hour from start to finish.  It included a huge chicken sandwich and a warm German Chocolate cake.

So in an hour this is what I did.

A German Chocolate cake cooked in the Stoneware Fluted Pan is the out item.  I am very sad, I love this pan and I made that cake in the microwave in 12 minutes.  I was so sad about it being discontinued that I bought an extra one just in case I broke the one I have!  The picture on the right is a Grilled Chicken and Pepper Party Sandwich found in the New Season's Best recipe book (#1969).  This cookbook is only $2.00 and is good to use rather than a card for someones birthday or other special days.

I used the Simple Slicer (#1099) to slice the onion and red pepper.  I placed them on the other side of the grill pan but I didn't get a picture!  We are lucky though because my daughter made this the other night and she did get pictures!

You cook the chicken with the Grill Press (#2875) on half of the pan and add one red pepper and one small red onion on the other side and cook till tender.

Doesn't that look yummy!!!!!

You move your vegetables over with the chicken and place half the bread where the vegetables are.

Let it set for 1 minute with the grill press (#2875) on top so the cheese gets melted and then enjoy!

Taco-Filled Peppers

Today I got home after 6:00 PM and I had our evening meal ready by 7:15 PM and I took pictures along the way.  I did have some help from my husband as well as some great Pampered Chef products to make prep and cooking so much more pleasurable.  Following is the recipe I made tonight.

I began with frying 1-1/2 lbs. of  hamburger in my 11" Covered Skillet (#3132)  This is a lightweight 4 mm thick aluminum skillet that heats quickly and evenly and has a ceramic interior that makes cleaning a snap!  After the hamburger is cooked until no longer pink the recipe says to add a package of taco seasoning.  For myself I just added chili powder, cumin, garlic and salt to taste.  You can do whatever your heart desires!   You can also use any of the great seasoning that Pampered Chef has, such as the Tex Mex (#9680) or the Chipotle Rub (#9880) which are fantastic spices, better than the Taco Seasoning that you buy in the store and it gives it a special flavor!

While I was doing this I had my husband cleaning 4 green peppers.  He cut them and then used the Core and More (#1176) to clean out the seeds and membranes.  He also used the NEW Scoop Loop (#1142) to clean them.  Either one works great, your own preference is the way to go on this one.  The Core and More (#1176) is great for cleaning jalapeno peppers for stuffing.  The Scoop Loop (#1142) is great for larger vegetables.

While my husband was working on that I chopped up one tomato using the Food Chopper (#2585).  I used the 5" Boning knife (#1068) to cut the tomato in smaller pieces.  Probably not the best choice of knives because it is best to use for deboning and removing skin off fish and chicken but it was just the first one I put my hands on and so I used it and it worked!

Then I chopped it up with the Food Chopper (#2585).

Now, look how easy it is to clean the Food Chopper (#2585).  Just take it apart and put it in the dishwasher!

Meanwhile I opened a can of Kidney beans with the NEW Smooth-Edge Can Opener in Cobalt Blue (#2771) not only pretty but wonderful for opening cans.  It cuts a smooth edge and the lid can be placed back on the can if you don't use all the ingredients but we will use all the kidney beans!

Now it is time to drain and rinse those beans using the Easy Read Measuring Colander (#2324).

These beans and one cup of salsa will be added to the hamburger mixture.  I used the Easy Read 2 cup Measuring Cup (#2324) to measure the salsa.  These cups are great for us old folks because we don't have to bend down to see if we have the correct amount of ingredients in the cup as you can look down and see how much is measured.  

I had my husband fill the 4.75 qt. Covered Casserole (#3134) with water and I put it on the stove to boil those peppers that he cleaned for me.  This pan you should not put on high heat but it still boils nicely and rapidly.  I loved using it for this!  It is good for stews and soups as well and can go from the stove to the oven.  It comes with a glass lid, which I didn't use tonight.

Once these are boiled they are drained and then cold water is ran over them.  Then they are placed in the Rectangular Baker (#1338).  They fit perfectly!

With it all mixed together it is now time to fill those peppers!

These were covered and baked at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.  I then took them out and topped with the chopped tomatoes and cheese.  The recipe said 1/2 cup of cheese but I just put what I wanted on the top.  I then put them back in the oven for a couple of minutes to melt the cheese.  The recipe didn't say to do this but I did!

Now here is the final look at those peppers!

Well I must say, it took longer to do this blog than it did to make the peppers.  A really easy recipe.  We enjoyed it with some guacamole dip and chips and of course a piece of peach pie to top it off.

I hope you will check out The Pampered Chef products at my webpage at www.pamperedchef.biz/skoop.   Find a show to order from or place your own personal order, either are welcome!  

That's it for now! 

Salsa Verde Brunch Squares

Using the Chef's Silicone Basting Brush (#1755) oil the stoneware Large Bar Pan (#1445).

Add eggs to the Classic Batter Bowl (#2431) whisk eggs using the Stainless Whisk (#2475).

Measure cottage cheese using the Mini Measure All Cup (#2236).

Add flour and  cottage cheese to eggs in Classic Batter Bowl (#2431) and whisk with the Stainless Whisk (#2236).

Chop onion and green pepper in the Manual Food Processor (#2581).

Place onion and green pepper in a 2 cup prep bowl (#1742).

Fry Chorizo in the 8" saute pan (#2863)  which distributes hear evenly making frying meat a breeze!  Chopping that meat up with the Mix 'N Chop (#2583).  The Mix 'N Chop (#2583) is a must have favorite of many of our customers!  In the background is the Deluxe Mini Muffin Tin (#1606) not going to be used in this recipe but waiting for another delicious recipe!

I poured the egg mixture in the Large Bar Pan (#1755) and placed it in the oven.

Rinse cilantro in the Salad & Berry Spinner (#1785) spin out the water.  A wonderful product tat gets those vegetables and fruits spun dry and fluffy!  I've even heard you can spin dry your undergarments in it!  I wouldn't recommend it but whatever you need to do to feel pampered!

While it was baking I used that Manual Food Processor (#2581) again chop up that cilantro, onion, tomatillos and whatever else the recipe calls for.  The recipe called for a can tomatillos but I couldn't find any so I just used fresh ones and cooked the in the Large Micro Cooker (#2778), that's right, in the microwave, it worked great!!  Sorry, I didn't get a picture of that.  

Yum, I placed the salsa in the 1 - Cup Prep Bowl (#1825) and served it with a Small Bamboo Spoon (#2047), this one was a Christmas special but you can use one without the decoration and it works great and looks nice too!

Well I pulled it out of the oven and oooppppssss!!!!!  I had put the oven rack in lopsided and all of the egg mixture traveled t one end of the pan!  At least it didn't pour out all over the oven!  We are "Pampered Chefs" not "Perfect Chefs"  well at least I'm not!  I put the dish on a Stackable Cooling Rack (#1587) and served it from the pan.  

My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful breakfast together and you and your family could too!  Using these great products you can share many wonderful meals together!  

Now here comes my challenge.  If you go to my webpage, www.pamperedchef.biz/skoop and order any one of these products from my February parties, I will send you this recipe!  Happy cooking!!!!!

Introduction

I am starting a blog page for Pampered Chef.  I will post things that are going on in the Pampered Chef world.  Give helpful hints and just general information that I might share at a party.  This way, for those who don't like parties can enjoy the products without ever having to attend a party.  You will be able to go to my web page and purchase these great products without leaving the comforts of your home.  For now I am simply going to leave you the link to my webpage but I will be posting pictures, recipes and helpful hints so come join the world of The Pampered Chef, it is a great place to be!!!!!  Here is my website:   http://new.pamperedchef.com/pws/skoop

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