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Wire name signs. This is the larger version of the Wire name signs. This is the larger version of the wire name signs that I make for children’s rooms and nurseries. I have two sizes and many many colours of yarn to choose from so DM me to get one made.
CHICKEN SPIEDINI INGREDIENTS - Cooking spray - CHICKEN SPIEDINI 

INGREDIENTS 
- Cooking spray
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces)

for the Marinade
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 large lemons (divided)
- 3 tsp minced garlic (divided)
- 1/4 tsp  crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper (to taste)

for the Breading
- 1-1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder

for theGarlic-Butter Sauce
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley

INSTRUCTIONS 
1. Adjust oven rack to center of oven. Preheat broiler to high. Line a large sheet pan with foil and generously spray with cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, chicken broth, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tsp garlic, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Add salt and pepper.
3. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and chill for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
4. In a second large bowl, stir together Panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper.
5. Use tongs to remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Add to breadcrumb mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
6. Thread chicken onto skewers and place spaced apart on the prepared pan. Press any leftover crumbs onto the chicken. Spray generously with cooking spray. In the fully heated oven, broil for 10–12 minutes (watch closely), or until chicken reaches 160°F and the coating is golden and crisp.
7. While chicken cooks, melt butter with remaining 1 tsp garlic in a microwave-safe dish. Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice and parsley.
8. Drizzle or brush garlic butter over chicken. Serve right away with extra lemon wedges.

To do this in the air fryer follow the same method and air fry on 375°F for 13 minutes or until internal temp reaches 160°F.

Recipe from Chelseas’s Messy Apron
Random idea came to me this week about making a li Random idea came to me this week about making a little visual ‘calendar’ for my toddler so that she can see what we’re up to today and help pick out some activities as well.

So I went to Canva and found images of all the things I could think of that we do on a regular basis. Printed, cut, then laminated the images and put magnets on the back and this was the result.
These are vinyl stickers that can be put onto boar These are vinyl stickers that can be put onto boards, mirrors, and other surfaces to make signs for weddings and events. DM me to get some for your next event.
This is a project that I started over a decade ago This is a project that I started over a decade ago but I never got around to finishing. I made pen drawings putting pen to actual paper and fast forward to 10 years later they’re now digitized and ready to be put together into a coloring book. They were actually ready Sept 2015- I just never took the final step of publishing it. #Coloringbook #eastern #colouringbook #sufiquotes #meditativeart
I love making these wire names, knitting the yarn I love making these wire names, knitting the yarn into rope is therapeutic and relaxing at the same time. These make a great addition to any child’s room or nursery. DM me to get some for the little ones in your life. #handmadeyyc #yycgifts #yycnursery #nurserydecor #kidsroomideas
HASSELBACK EGGPLANT WITH TOMATOES & CHEESE Ingr HASSELBACK  EGGPLANT WITH TOMATOES & CHEESE 

Ingredients:

1 large eggplant
2 fresh tomatoes (medium)
250g of mozzarella cheese
200g crushed tomatoes
4 garlic cloves
1/2 tsp Italian herb seasoning
5-6 fresh basil leaves (chopped)
1 1/2 tsp sugar
salt and black pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Instructions:

For the eggplant

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
Line a baking tray with baking paper and set aside.
2. Wash and dry the eggplant.
Cut lengthways without cutting the stalk all the way through then lightly press on the stem of the eggplant to open it up and fan it out. 
3. Season the ‘slices’ with salt and leave to rest for 20 minutes to draw out the moisture.
4. Dry the eggplant with paper towel and place on a baking tray lined with baking paper.

For the fillings: 

1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan. Add in the pureed tomatoes, garlic, sugar, salt, pepper, Italian herbs and chopped basil.
2. Cook over medium heat stirring occasionally for 15-20 minutes until the tomato’s lose color. 
3. Slice the whole tomatoes and mozzarella thinly.

Assemble & Bake:

1. Brush each slice of eggplant with tomato sauce then place tomato and cheese slices between eggplant slices.
2. Lightly sprinkle salt and pepper over the top and drizzle with olive oil.
3. Bake in a preheated oven for 40-50 minutes (will depend on your oven and the size of the eggplant), should be toasted and soft.
4. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil or parsley leaves.

#Baked #eggplant #recipe #vegetarian #savoury
POACHED CHICKEN PUTTANESCA The tomatoes are the h POACHED CHICKEN PUTTANESCA

The tomatoes are the highlight of this dish. 

For the Puttanesca:

1 pound ripe tomatoes, cored and finely chopped 
8 pitted Kalamata olives, very thinly sliced
1 lemon, halved and juiced (save the juiced halves)
1 tablespoon brine-packed capers, rinsed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 large garlic clove, very finely chopped
¼ to ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh oregano or marjoram

For the poached chicken:

1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 medium breasts)
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 large fresh thyme sprig
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon whole black peppercorns

To make the puttanesca:

1. In a medium bowl, stir together the tomatoes, olives, lemon juice, capers, and salt.
2. In a small skillet set over medium heat, add the olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook, swirling often, until the garlic is fragrant and golden, 1 to 1½ minutes.
3. Turn off the heat, pour the seasoned oil over the tomato mixture, and stir to combine. Stir in the oregano and set aside, stirring occasionally, while making the chicken.

To poach the chicken:

1. To a medium skillet add the broth, 1 cup water, the reserved lemon halves, the thyme sprig, salt, and peppercorns. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Reduce the heat to low and add the chicken breasts. Cover the skillet, leaving the lid slightly askew, and poach the chicken for 10 minutes.
3. Turn over the chicken breasts, re-cover the skillet, and poach until the chicken breasts are cooked through and reach 155°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 10 minutes longer.
4. Turn off the heat, uncover, and let the chicken breasts rest for 10 minutes before removing them from the skillet.

Once the chicken is cool enough to handle, slice it crosswise into thin rounds. Serve covered in the puttanesca

Recipe from the Supermarket Healthy cookbook
Super simple water color petals outlined with pen Super simple water color petals outlined with pen once they’re dry. 
#simpleart #watercolor #pendrawings
SICHUAN STYLE SPICY RICE NOODLES I tried a viral SICHUAN STYLE SPICY RICE NOODLES

I tried a viral TikTok recipe and I have to say I understand  the hype behind these noodles. Try them for yourself and see.

INGREDIENTS:

For the noodles:
2 bunches rice noodles 
1/2 large julienned cucumber
1 large julienned carrot
2 tbsp chopped cilantro

For the sauce:
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp chopped red chili (or to taste)
3-4 sprigs chopped green onion (about 2 tbsp)
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp white sesame seeds
2 tsp hot sesame oil
2 tsp light soy sauce
2 tsp black vinegar
1 tsp salt
1 cube chicken bullion
1/2 tsp sugar

Method:
For the noodles:
1. Boil the noodles according to package directions and drain then wash with cold water and set aside.
2. Julienne (cut into very thin sticks) or shred the carrots and cucumber and chop the cilantro and add on top of the cooked noodles.

For the sauce:
1. In a medium sized bowl mix together the garlic, chopped chili, green onion, chili powder and sesame seeds and then pour the hot oil over all of these ingredients.
2. Add the soy sauce, vinegar, salt, bullion and sugar to the bowl and mix all of it together. 
3. Pour the sauce over the noodles and vegetables and then give everything a good mix, serve immediately.

#Ricenoodles #spicynoodles #sichuanfood #recipe #viralrecipe
Knitted wire name signs. DM me to get some for the Knitted wire name signs. DM me to get some for the little ones in your life. There are a wide variety of colors available.#nurserydecor #yycgift #babygift
Here’s a quick little project that I did tonight Here’s a quick little project that I did tonight for myself. I printed and cut labels to add to some old vitamin bottles that I’ve repurposed for storing my powdered masks and clays. Organizing things is SO satisfying to me, anyone else feel the same way?
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