Recipes

New Recipe Alert: Buffalo Cauliflower Rice

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Football season is officially back! This means fall weather is right around the corner and back-to-school meals become the daily norm. Because of this, I thought I would make a new recipe to throw into the dinner-time mix, plus it’s packed with veggies and it’s gluten-free. Check out the newest side-dish recipe on Coffee, Cabs and Bar Tabs, Buffalo Cauliflower Rice!

Buffalo sauce and cauliflower is a winning combination, so why not enjoy this combo as a healthy side dish?! If you like it extra spicy, add a few more dashes of hot sauce before serving.

Click on the link here to read this recipe, along with all of the side dish recipes on CC&BT. Cheers and happy cooking!

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Making Biscuits with my Little Dumpling

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It’s been some time since my last post on CC&BT; it has been a crazy few months! I moved back to Manhattan (it’s a long story…see ya later Brooklyn!), continued my career at the Food Network, and most importantly, got a puppy!

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I’m happy to introduce you guys to Roxie; my spunky Boston Terrier who loves to give kisses, chew on abandoned socks and watch her mama cook. Now that I’ve become more acclimated to life with a new pup, I’m happy to be back in the kitchen, now just with a new sous chef to help me along the way!

For my first recipe back, I decided to bake something that can be made all year round and for pretty much any occasion; biscuits! For a special twist, I added lots of coarsely ground black pepper and thinly sliced scallions. Lets just say, these biscuits are human and puppy approved.

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To make these Black Pepper Biscuits with Scallions, click on the link here, along with all the other Sides Dishes on Coffee, Cabs and Bar Tabs. Thanks for reading and as always, happy cooking!

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Buffalo Cauliflower Dip for the Win!

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Happy Super Bowl Sunday!

While you gather this evening with friends and family, I hope your belly’s are filled with all of your party food favorites. One of my go-to party dips is buffalo chicken dip because of the tangy and spicy flavor. If you’re looking for a fun twist on this classic recipe, add cauliflower and you’ll have a new fan-favorite recipe. Tender cauliflower pairs perfectly with the hot sauce and cheddar cheese…you won’t want to put it down, trust me!

Check out the recipe here for Buffalo Cauliflower Dip. Also, check out the classic recipe for Buffalo Chicken Dip here, as well as all of the other Snacks and Starters on CC&BT. Whoever you’re cheering for, go team and happy cooking!

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New Recipe Alert: Creamy Tomato Soup

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Happy New Year from Coffee, Cabs and Bar Tabs!

I hope your 2018 is off to a wonderful start and you’re staying warm. In New York, it’s been below freezing for weeks now, and I’ve been craving soups and stews for almost every meal. For most of the country, there have been record low temperatures, so I decided to make a warm and satisfying soup that’s perfect to make this time of year. So check out the newest recipe on CC&BT, Creamy Tomato Soup!

This tomato soup has incredible flavor, thanks to the fresh thyme and sherry vinegar. And the heavy cream isn’t the only ingredient making this soup blissfully creamy. Cauliflower provides even more body and creaminess, plus you get added nutrition from this hidden vegetable. Serve with an extra few grinds of black pepper for a delicious soup that will warm you from the inside out.

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To make this Creamy Tomato Soup, check out the recipe here, along with other warming and satisfying soup recipes. Happy cooking from CC&BT!

Shrimp and Artichokes en Papillote: An End-of-Summer Favorite

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Summer seems to be hanging around in New York City, and the weather is so warm that it feels like we should be eating summer squash instead of hearty fall dishes. So for dinner this evening, I decided to use up those last heirloom tomatoes and fresh baby spinach, and make a dish with classic French technique; Shrimp and Artichokes en Papillote.

Baking fish in parchment paper (or en papillote) is not only easy, but it’s the ultimate steamy packet of flavor. Plus, the cleanup is almost non-existent. The combination of juicy tomatoes, tender shrimp and artichoke hearts make this dish the perfect end-of-summer meal.

To make this recipe, find it here on CC&BT. And make sure to check out CC&BT’s Instagram page, at @coffeecabsandbartabs for all things food in NYC. Thanks for stopping by, and happy cooking!

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New Recipe Alert: Pan Seared Tile Fish with Roasted Broccoli Slaw

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The warm weather has officially arrived, and that means beautiful spring produce is popping up and at its prime. It also means that meals should feel brighter yet satisfying, like the combination of perfectly tender greens and fresh fish. So for Coffee, Cabs and Bar Tabs, I wanted to incorporate some of the best parts of the season but with some added convenience. Plus, it will be on the plate in less than 30 minutes. So here it is, Pan Seared Tile Fish with Roasted Broccoli Slaw.

Tile fish is a round, white fish that’s mild in flavor yet meaty in texture. The skin also gets wonderfully crispy when browned in a hot pan, making it the perfect fish for this preparation. Pair this wonderful fish with creamy yogurt spiked with chipotle and lime, plus roasted broccoli slaw; it’s a meal made in heaven.

To make this recipe, find the list of ingredients and simple method here on CC&BT. Happy cooking!

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New Recipe Alert: Grilled Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Tomatillo Salsa

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I love tacos! Whether they’re with spicy carnitas, crispy fried fish or simply grilled chicken, tacos are always a great option for an easy family dinner or impressive dinner party entree.

One of the best parts about making tacos is the creativity you can have with the toppings. Classics like sour cream, shredded lettuce and crumbled cotija cheese are always delicious. But a taco is also a blank slate for more interesting garnishes, like pickled vegetables, fruit salsas, fresh herbs and more.

When I decided to make tacos for Coffee, Cabs and Bar Tabs, I wanted to create something that combined simplicity with creativity. So here it is; Grilled Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Tomatillo Salsa!

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The grilled chipotle chicken is perfectly tender, deliciously charred and incredibly easy to make. And the sweet pineapple salsa adds acidity and freshness to makes these tacos unique and flavorful. Finish them off with spicy chipotle sour cream and whole cilantro leaves for an awesome plate of food.

To make this recipe, check out the Grilled Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Tomatillo Salsa here. Cheers!

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New Recipe Alert: Baked Cheese Tortellini

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Hey y’all! I hope you’re enjoying the first few day’s of April and the official start of spring!

I don’t know about you, but with this cool, rainy weather in NYC, I’m still craving comforting casseroles and warm bowls of pasta. So I decided to create a simple recipe that could feed a big family or is just as good when reheated later. Check out the latest recipe on CC&BT, Baked Cheese Tortellini!

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A classic baked casserole dish is lasagna, with sheets of tender pasta, fluffy ricotta, and savory Italian sausage. But almost any variety of pasta can be topped with sauce and cheese and baked to perfection, and tortellini is no exception. This hearty baked pasta is a crowd-pleasing meal that will bring comfort to anyone enjoying it.

To get this recipe for Baked Cheese Tortellini, click here. Also, check out some of the Starters and Sides from Coffee, Cabs and Bar Tabs to create the ultimate complete meal.

Cheers and happy spring from CC&BT!

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New Recipe Alert: Coconut Chocolate Chip Muffins

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The muffin; a perfect portable pastry and blank slate for numerous flavor and texture combinations. You can make savory muffins with cornmeal, fresh herbs and salty cheese. You can also make sweet variations, like the newest recipe on Coffee, Cabs and Bar Tabs; Coconut Chocolate Chip Muffins!

Bittersweet chocolate and sweetened coconut come together in these incredibly delicious muffins. The addition of Greek yogurt makes these baked goods extremely moist, and the whole wheat flour makes these muffins nearly guilt free. Bake these for a decadent breakfast treat or as a simple dessert your whole family will enjoy.

To learn how to make these Coconut Chocolate Chip Muffins, check out the recipe here. Also, make sure to follow CC&BT on Instagram, at @coffeecabsandbartabs. Thanks for stopping by, and happy cooking!

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New Recipe Alert: Simple Chicken Salad

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If you have some leftover rotisserie chicken, or you’re just looking for a protein-packed recipe that’s easy to make, try the latest recipe from Coffee, Cabs and Bar Tabs, Simple Chicken Salad!

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Chicken salad is best when it’s simply made and not overdone; shredded chicken, crunchy celery, thinly sliced scallions and a creamy mayo dressing is all you need. Serve on toasted white bread with peppery arugula for one of my lunchtime favorites, or enjoy this salad just on its own.

Click here for the Simple Chicken Salad recipe on Coffee, Cabs and Bar Tabs. And make sure to follow CC&BT on Instagram here for all things cooking and eating in the big apple. Cheers!