Candied Jalapeno's

1 Gallon Canned Jalapenos
Hot Peppers - whole for color
1 1/2 cups Tarragon Vinegar
4-6 Cups Sugar

 Place the Jalapenos and Hot Peppers in Canning jars or refrigerator dishes.   Bring the Vinegar and Sugar to a boil and pour over drained Jalapenos and hot peppers.  Either can these or store in refrigerator.
Candied jalapenos are so delicious on so many things.   I really love them with cream cheese and crackers~  Yum!

Leah's Power Breakfast

My girlfriend Leah is studying nutrition.  She has the best recipes ever and cooks amazing!  She called me the other day and told me to jot this recipe down and try it. This morning I did and man was it delicious!

 In a small skillet saute 1/4 cup chopped peppers in 1 tsp bacon grease for flavor or (for me this morning it was Olive Oil).  (Animal fat is actually good for your brain, so if you aren't on a special diet add it in for the health and flavor benefits).
Add in some mushrooms if you like them...
Next add in a large handful of baby spinach and toss.  Cook on medium for 2 minutes.

 Add two Eggs and bust the yolks.  I leave the yolks in because the Choline found in the yolk is good for you - it helps brain function. (If you are an egg white only diet - you will need another egg.)
Next add garlic salt and pepper.
Cook until it is cooked through and flip!
I served this up with Karina's Guacamole and grape tomatoes, but it is also good with toast and my Homemade Apple Butter!

Rotisserie Chicken Tacos

I love Rotisserie Chicken. I love the wood fire roasted flavor!  We have a restaurant here in Texas called Cowboy Chicken, and it is basically every thing you can think of with Rotisserie chicken, from 1/4 Chicken served with home-style sides to Chicken Salads and Enchiladas!

Falling in love with just the smell of this place alone gave me an idea.  The other night we had Rice Bowls with rotisserie chicken, and with the remaining Chicken I decided to make a Rotisserie Chicken Taco.

Here is the run down:
Rotisserie Chicken Meat Shredded
and seasoned with your favorite spices.  ( I chose, Cumin, Garlic, and Northwoods Fire by Penzey's  Spices)
Dark Red Kidney Beans
Guacamole (homemade by Joshua)
Sauteed Peppers and Onions
Salsa
Corn Tortillas
Olive Oil

Slice your onion's and peppers very thin and saute in olive oil.  Patience while caramelizing onions and peppers is key - let them work while you begin to prepare everything else.

In a sauce pan warm your Chicken in a bit of Chicken stock and add your spices.  This can be simmering on low while preparing the rest of your toppings.

I prefer Kidney Beans rinsed and drained and at room temp - just as a normal  topping.  Prepare them whichever way you prefer.

While Joshua is making his yummy Guacamole I fry the shells - In a shallow pan. I add a little olive oil (3-4 T) and quickly cook the shells on a medium high heat.  They are still soft and can be easily rolled up this way.  If you prefer a Tostada - cook away but be prepared that it will take you much longer.

Once the toppings are out and prepared, and Shells are done, Just assembly line it - everyone builds their own and we make our way to the table.  This is also a great meal for entertaining because everyone can make their food to their liking and it's easy to love.
You can add cheese and lettuce to this if you prefer.  Like I say all the time - get creative and do your thing Honey!