Happy Monday to you! Lets just say that this weekend was adventurous. I feel like I have a million things on the go in addition to prepping for the big trip to BOSTON. I am getting the Honda CR-V cleaned inside and out this morning in addition to getting some car organizers installed to help keep us on track during the big trip.
As for the eats, I thought I would share with you a great sandwich for a summer treat, potluck item, shower or party. They are super simple to make yet packed with flavor and are nice for a change of pace.
Ingredients
- 2 Cans of cooked chicken
- 2 Tbsp. red pepper jelly
- 1/4 Cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1 Tbsp. Mayonnaise
- Cracked black pepper
- Hint of curry powder
- Finger Rolls
Method
- Open can(s) of chicken and drain off liquid
- Place in a large bowl and add mayonnaise, curry powder; mix thoroughly
- Add soft cream cheese and mix with a fork
- Fold in pepper jelly
- Add pepper and test for flavor
- Slice rolls open on top; fill with mixture
- ENJOY!!
Zesty Tip: To add more dimension to this sandwich I like to add nuts, apple chunks or even celery. The crunch is nice!
Zesty Birthday Gift
So as you know I travel a fair bit for work and I usually rent cars when I arrive to my destination. I am not great with maps so I always borrow my friends GPS (thanks Chris). Having said that, look what arrived for my birthday!!
I love it!! Thanks J.
It will roll into action tomorrow night as we are off to Boston. Talk to you tomorrow. Have a great start to the week.
Take care
zesty
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Oh neat, I really need a GPS, I’m SICK of using mapquest! The chicken salad sandwich looks really good. The red pepper and curry powder are unique additions that I NEVER would have thought to add to my chicken salad! I’m a huge curry fan, and I like spice, so I’m sure it’s delicious.
I agree with you…I need a GPS too.
FWIW – I gave up on Mapquest a loooong time ago as they kept getting me lost and sending me to dangerous out of the way places where construction had re-routed or closed roads.
I highly recommend http://www.randmcnally.com until you can buy a GPS. They are the expert map people so I figure they know what the heck they are doing re: online driving directions and they haven’t gotten me lost yet!
I got a jar of red pepper jelly from the Epicure folks and was trying to imagine ways to use it other othan on crackers & cheese!
Those GPS’s COMPLETELY changed the way we travel on the road!! Breath of fresh air they are
I love pepper jelly on my BLT but never thought to put it in my chicken sammy. Great idea and have fun with your new GPS in Boston!
Can’t wait to hear of your adventures in Boston, Zesty!
Glad you enjoyed your BD gift…cool!
Have fun and be safe!
Pam
http://www.alovefornewrecipes.blogspot.com
Red pepper jelly is one of my favourite additions to any sandwich. My aunt makes a great homemade jelly, and always makes sure to give me some for Christmas
If anyone needs a recipe for Red Pepper Jelly, one follows. I love it with crackers, cream cheese then topped with the jelly. Peggy
RED PEPPER JELLY
4 lg. red bell peppers (about), seeded
5 1/2 c. sugar
1/3 c. fresh lemon juice
1 pkg. Certo
3/4 c. distilled white or wine vinegar
Finely chop peppers in processor or run through grinder. Strain, pressing lightly. Measure 2 full cups and 1/4 cup pepper juice. Discard remaining juice. Combine ground peppers, pepper juice, sugar and vinegar in 3-4 quart saucepan. Bring to boil, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and let stand 15 minutes. Reheat to boil, stirring frequently. Add lemon juice and return to boil for 1 minute, stirring. Add pectin and let boil 3 minutes, skimming off foam as it accumulates. Pour into jars. Invert jars for 10 minutes. Upright jars and store in a cool place. Serving suggestions: Great on crackers with cream cheese and the jelly as the topper.
Makes 7 half pints.