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Balsamic Beef & Mushroom Kebabs

Tuesday, May 28th, 2013

Erin Chase from $5 Dinners shares a recipe for a blended meat and veggie kebab that’s perfect for a night of summer entertaining. 

Balsamic Meat and Mushroom Kebabs by $5 Dinners

There’s just something about outdoor dining. It’s the smell of the grill in the air, the soft breeze, the delicious food, and of course, the pleasure of company and sharing a meal together with family and friends.

While we certainly enjoy entertaining family and friends indoors, we really love having people over and getting to spend the evening on the back deck, relaxing and chatting the evening away. I can tell you one of the main reasons is that our very squirrely boys can run and roam throughout the dinner and burn off all the energy they desire with their friends in the backyard.

With the meat and mushrooms blended together on the skewer and soaked in balsamic vinegar, these Balsamic Beef & Mushroom Kebabs are the perfect meal for an evening of entertaining on the back deck!

Ingredients

  • About 1 pound stew beef or beef roast cut into kebab chunks
  • 8 oz. whole baby bella mushrooms, washed
  • 2 small zucchini, cut into kebab chunks
  • 1 large red onion, cut into kebab chunks
  • Salt and pepper
  • About ¼ cup balsamic vinegar

Directions

  1. Add the beef pieces, whole mushrooms, zucchini chunks and red onion chunks onto metal or wooden skewers. Season with salt and pepper, and then drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the top.
  2. Let marinate in the fridge for at least an hour, rotating the kebabs about every 15 minutes so each side has time to soak up some of the balsamic vinegar.
  3. Grill for 10 to 15 minutes, rotating every few minutes. Cook time may vary, depending on the size of the beef pieces. Grill until the beef is cooked through.
  4. Serve Balsamic Beef & Mushroom Kebabs with a side of French bread. 

 

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Mushroom Pairings

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013

Grilled Mushroom Medley Pizza

We’re all familiar with a guide to food pairings for every meal and occasion. Whether it’s wine, chocolate, cheese or produce, there’s always a perfect pairing option. With mushrooms’ natural versatility, variety and distinct qualities, they’re suited to blend into any meal. Take a look at a few of our favorite pairings below to make the most of every fungi variety.

Mushrooms and Eggs

Every variety of mushrooms pairs well with eggs, and a hearty portabella can even serve as a replacement for bread in a classic eggs benedict.  Not only is this a delicious pairing, but a great way to start your day with Vitamin D.

Recipes:

Meaty Mushrooms

Portabellas are well-known as a meatless option for a juicy burger, however, even finely chopped white button, crimini or shitakes can make a tasty addition to a burger. Blend the finely chopped mushrooms with your favorite burger base (ground turkey, chicken or beef).

Recipes:

Mushrooms and Leafy Greens

Salads are not the only way to get in your greens. From pizza to pasta and stir-fries, there are plenty of ways to add a touch of color to your day.

Recipes:

What’s your favorite mushroom pairing?

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Summer is Calling

Friday, May 17th, 2013

Grilled Mushroom Quesadillas

With Memorial Day quickly approaching, and schools prepping to close out another great year, there are several moments that signify summer is officially here. Whether it’s ice cream melting down the side of a cone or the scent of a burger fresh off the grill, it’s vital to enjoy the start of a new season with all of your senses.

Luckily, mushrooms are the perfect summer ingredient. Easily blended into your favorite burger base or topped on a grilled pizza, we’re here to prevent you from ever saying, “How can I use the mushrooms in my fridge?”

Take a look at a few of our favorite recipe round-ups below to kick off your summer events:

Grilled Mushroom Quesadillas (Pictured Above) – Turn the food into part of the event, allowing kids and adults alike to fill quesadillas with their favorite ingredients. Of course, mushrooms are the perfect pairing to creamy melted cheese.

Burgers, Burgers, Burgers – May happens to be National Burger Month, and everyone from Bon Appetit to Daily Meal are sharing their best of the best.  Portabellas make a natural replacement to a burger with their hearty texture, but diced mushrooms are a perfect addition in your favorite burger recipes, such as this Mushroom Burger with Fried Egg and Truffle Oil.

Of course, we have inspiration across the board on our Pinterest account, with boards dedicated to recipes “On the Grill” and “Summer Delights.”

What are you cooking up this summer with mushrooms?

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Marinated Grilled Mushrooms

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013

Kristen from Dine and Dish shares a recipe for Marinated Grilled Mushrooms that proves the most gourmet meal can be served right in your own home. 

Marinated Mushrooms

When my husband and I first graduated college and got our first jobs, we would live for pay day. Like most new grads, we didn’t have a lot of extra cash so going out to eat then was really special. Once a month on pay day, we would head out to our favorite steak house and enjoy a nice dinner out. Yes, we were excited about a nice, juicy steak but the one thing we would always splurge on was a side of mushrooms.

The mushrooms at our favorite steak house were grilled and were cooked in the most flavorful marinade… it was such a treat and I always knew my husband loved me because he’d always let me have the last one.

Now that we’ve grown and are a little more experienced, our favorite restaurant / steak house is at home. As two people who love to cook, we’ve discovered it’s much more enjoyable to have a nice meal in and to be able to cook what we want and how we want it cooked. One thing I have missed from our monthly date nights out were those amazing marinated grilled mushrooms! Until now…

These marinated mushrooms can be cooked on the grill in a foil packet or can be sautéed on the stove top. This recipe is a great for a side dish to steak, chicken, fish… or even as an appetizer before a meal. Leftovers could even be diced up and blended into your favorite burger, taco or pizza. Simple, delicious and worth the splurge… I hope you’ll enjoy our Marinated Grilled Mushroom recipe!

Marinated Grilled Mushrooms

Ingredients:

  • 1 Tablespoon butter, diced
  • 1 8oz packaged fresh whole mushrooms, cleaned and patted dry
  • 1/2 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup fresh Romano cheese, grated

Directions:

  1. Whisk together soy sauce, garlic and ginger in a medium bowl. Add mushrooms and stir around. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare a large piece of foil by spraying with cooking spray. Add diced butter.
  3. Remove marinated mushrooms from the bowl with a slotted spoon. Place mushrooms in the foil and fold the packet up and seal tightly.
  4. Grill over medium high heat, turning the foil packet twice, for 7-10 minutes or until mushrooms are tender.
  5. Carefully remove from foil packet and top the mushrooms with grated Romano cheese. Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.
  6. For stovetop method, simply sauté marinated mushrooms in melted butter for 7-10 minutes over medium high heat.

 

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Mushrooms Greet Spring Meals

Friday, May 10th, 2013

Mushrooms Chopped,Sliced and Whole

Mushrooms’ year-round growing season  means that they’re a great ingredient to accompany warm weather bites. This past week, spring and mushrooms were on the mind of several food bloggers with scrumptious mushroom dishes popping up every day. We picked a few of our favorites to make your grocery list a breeze for the weekend’s festivities.

Breakfast/Brunch

With Mother’s Day this Sunday, a Mushroom and Gouda Frittata from She Wears Many Hats is the perfect meal for a breakfast in bed treat or a large gathering.

If you’re interested in putting a savory spin on a classic dessert dish, check out this video from Chef Traci Des Jardins featuring Wild Mushroom Bread Pudding.

Dinner/Lunch

For those nights when you want take-out style food, in your own home,a Kale,Mushroom and Ricotta Calzone from Two Peas and Their Pod is just the ticket.

Family Style Dinner

Comfort food is often reserved for fall and winter,but there is nothing like a dish the entire family can dive into year round. An Italian Chicken, Mushroom and Zucchini Skillet is the perfect dish for a Sunday night dinner.

Appetizers

As a topping or a base for stuffing, mushrooms are the perfect ingredient to kick off any meal. Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms from How Sweet It Is reinvents classic dip and Mushroom and White Bean Crostinis from Dine and Dish are wonderful for a spin on an Italian favorite.

Of course, once the weekend comes to an end, a mushroom filled Meatless Monday is ready to greet you.

What are you cooking up this weekend? 

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