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Grilled Chik’n Caprese Sandwich

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Grilled Chik'n Caprese Sandwich

Just upon entering college, I decided to become a vegetarian. I believe I made this decision based on an unappetizing encounter with a hamburger.  It was a “That’s it!  I’m done!” kind of moment that had me swearing off eating meat.  At least for two years. I got quite the education during my time as a vegetarian on the food that we put into our bodies!

Since I was so used to eating meat, I learned how to be creative with my meals to continue getting the protein I needed.  I became a big fan of MorningStar Farms.  I’ve tried plenty of their products and was repeatedly shopping for their Grillers Original and Chik’n patties.  Even though I’m back to a carnivorous diet, I still enjoy these convenient, veggie options. Especially during the Summer when I tend to eat lighter meals!

Grilled Chik'n Caprese Sandwich

While I was at Target last week (surprise, surprise), I stopped in the freezer section to pick up my MorningStar Farms favorites.  Because I have the Cartwheel app, I was able to save 20% on the MorningStar Farms products I bought.  You can, too, until 7/4/15!

I grabbed a box of Chik’n patties and Grillers Original patties.  Since Caprese Salad is one of my favorite Summer go-to dishes, I also purchased a tomato and ball of fresh mozzarella.  With fresh basil growing in my backyard and the ingredients I purchased from Target, I decided that grilled Chik’n Caprese sandwiches would make an excellent lunch! 

Grilled Chik'n Caprese Sandwich

Grilled Chik'n Caprese Sandwich

We love using our grill during the Summer to give our food that unique, smokey flavor.  I fired up the grill one afternoon to make myself a grilled Chik’n Caprese sandwich.  It was simple to put together and combined some of my favorite Summertime flavors!

Grilled Chik'n Caprese Sandwich
Serves 1
MorningStar Farms Chik'n Patties meet the taste of Caprese Salad in this winning Summertime, grilled sandwich!
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Ingredients
  1. - 1 MorningStar Farms Chik'n patty
  2. - 1 fresh mozzarella slice
  3. - 1 tomato slice
  4. - Whole wheat bun
  5. - Fresh basil
  6. - Optional toppings: roasted red pepper, balsamic vinegar
Instructions
  1. Prepare Chik'n patty in microwave according to package.
  2. Heat grill to medium heat.
  3. Place Chik'n patty on hot grill and brown patty on each side.
  4. Lower heat and add wheat bun to grill to toast.
  5. Assemble Chik'n sandwich and top with fresh mozzarella, tomato, and fresh basil. Add a slice of roasted red pepper and drizzle with balsamic vinegar, if desired.
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The Chik’n Caprese sandwich was so good that I decided to try it again using the Grillers Original patties.  These are even easier to throw on the grill because there’s no preheating required.  Just heat your grill and cook these patties until they’re fully cooked.  Then, assemble your Caprese sandwich and enjoy!

Grillers Original Caprese Sandwich

Grillers Original Caprese Sandwich

MorningStar Farms has a variety of products to suit the dietary and health needs of everyone at your barbecue! Check out the Veg of Allegiance to pledge to go meatless for a number of meals.  You can even enter to win prizes including a hybrid car, a Cruiser bicycle, or a year supply of MorningStar Farms products! 

What’s your favorite meatless meal?

Stacked Fish Sandwich with Alexia Fries

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Have you ever noticed how the change in seasons inspires a change in our appetites?  Now that warmer days are right around the corner, I want to enjoy meals that are loaded with crunchy vegetables and packed with Springtime flavor.  So I created a fish sandwich that is not only big on taste, but reminds me of fresh fish sandwiches enjoyed at the Jersey shore – with a side of fries, of course!

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Most of the ingredients needed to make this sandwich are available in the freezer section.  I headed to my local Walmart to grab all natural Alexia Sweet Potato Fries and Smart Classics Crinkle Cut Fries, plus a few other ingredients needed to complete this meal. Since fries are one of my foodie weaknesses, Alexia’s are a perfect fit! They crisp up nicely in the oven – I’ve honestly never tasted a crunchier sweet potato fry – and their Smart Classics Fries are 98% fat free for guilt-free sides and snacking! Alexia fries make a convenient, versatile side for any meal.

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Since one can’t live on fries alone (or can they?), let’s talk about what we’re serving with them. This onion ring topped fish sandwich also has coleslaw on it to give it an additional crunch. Ranch dressing tops it all off for a tangy touch.  The side of Alexia fries are served with a zesty Sriracha ketchup for dipping. It’s a homemade version of some of my favorite boardwalk foods in one, easy-to-make dish!

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Stacked Fish Sandwich with Fries
A delicious fish sandwich topped with onion rings and served with a side of Alexia fries and Sriracha ketchup dipping sauce.
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Ingredients
  1. - Brioche rolls
  2. - 2 beer battered fish fillets per roll
  3. - Onion rings (Alexia makes those, too!)
  4. - Prepared cole slaw
  5. - Ranch dressing
  6. - Preferred Alexia fries
  7. - Sriracha ketchup dipping sauce (see notes below)
Instructions
  1. Prepare fish fillets and onion rings according to package.
  2. Split open a brioche roll.
  3. Top roll with prepared cole slaw.
  4. Add two fish fillets per roll.
  5. Top fish with 2-3 onion rings.
  6. Drizzle ranch dressing over top and serve with fries and Sriracha ketcup.
Notes
  1. To make Sriracha ketchup, mix tomato ketchup with a few drops of Sriracha sauce (as preferred) and stir.
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It’s like this sandwich came straight from the boardwalk! Nothing is better than a drippy, filling, probably-going-to-get-some-on-your-shirt sandwich! Especially when it’s served with some crispy fries! Am I right?!? It’s still too cold to head to the beach, but making this dish at home gives you the luxury of knowing what ingredients are going into your meal. Alexia is a brand I can trust to make my meals a “shore” thing!

For more Springtime recipe inspiration, visit  www.springintoflavor.com.

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So tell me, what’s your favorite kind of boardwalk food?

For more information about Alexia products, plus recipes and tips, please visit them on Facebook and Pinterest.

Sandwich Sticks with Dipping Sauce

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These Sandwich Sticks with Dipping Sauce are a fun alternative to your average deli meat and cheese sandwich served with marinara for dipping.

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I’ll admit that I’m usually lost when it comes to making lunch for myself.  If there aren’t leftovers from the night before, I find myself searching for something quick and fulfilling to eat (and not from a take out menu).  We are weekend sandwich eaters and sometimes those deli meats and cheeses travel into the next week.  My husband leaves the lunch meat behind for his facility’s cafeteria.  I don’t find myself reaching for sandwiches after the weekend.  Packages from the deli counter often become wasted.  Sad.

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Last week I found myself actually wanting a sandwich for lunch.  I stopped at the store to pick up cracked pepper turkey and muenster cheese.  On the back of the cheese package was a recipe for Grilled Ham and Cheese Fingers with Dip.  I usually toast up my sandwiches anyway so this was perfect! It was filling and a totally different take on your average sandwich!

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Personally, I love anything that can be dipped – especially in marinara sauce (hello, mozzarella sticks)!  Finger food is fun!  More fun than cutting sandwiches into shapes a la Mermaids or fancying them up with gourmet mayonnaise!  The great thing about this lunch idea is it’s great for kids of all ages!  While the recipe I went off of slathered the sandwich with mayo and made it like grilled cheese, I used the toaster.  No mayo required!  The recipe also suggested dipping your sandwich sticks in apple butter or salsa instead of marinara.  All very tasty choices!  I’ll be trying salsa next!

Sandwich Sticks with Dipping Sauce
A fun alternative to your average sandwich served with marinara sauce for dipping.
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Ingredients
  1. - 2 slices bread, your choice
  2. - 2 slices muenster cheese
  3. - 3-4 slices ham or turkey
  4. - Marinara sauce, for dipping
Instructions
  1. Add one slice of cheese to each piece of bread.
  2. Add deli meat to one slice of bread.
  3. Place each piece of bread into toaster oven and bake for approximately 8 minutes at 350º.
  4. When cheese is melted, deli meat is warmed and bread is toasty, carefully remove from toaster and assemble.
  5. Using a pizza cutter, cut sandwich into four strips.
  6. Warm marinara sauce and serve on side for dipping.
Adapted from Target
Adapted from Target
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What would you dip your sandwich sticks in?

Cast Iron Skillet Eggplant Sandwiches

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I made this sandwich the other night and couldn’t wait to devour the leftovers the next day!  This sandwich is inspired by a recipe for Open Face Grilled Eggplant Sandwiches.  The evening I made them, I wasn’t so sure if the storms we had passed.  Instead of making these sandwiches outside on the grill as planned, I decided to make them on my cast iron skillet.  That worked just as well!  This recipe made three sandwiches–just in case a second was desired.


Cast Iron Skillet Eggplant Sandwiches

  • 6 slices of seedless bakery rye bread
  • 1 small-medium eggplant, skin removed and sliced 1 inch thick
  • 1 plum tomato, sliced crosswise
  • 4 slices of fresh buffalo mozzarella
  • Fresh basil
  • Salt and pepper
  • Olive or sunflower oil

Heat your cast iron skillet over medium heat.  Brush one side of your bread with oil.  Place in skillet and toast until browned.  Remove and set aside.  Brush both sides of your eggplant with oil and season with salt and pepper.  Place and skillet and cook until soft and browned.  Set aside on a paper towel covered plate.  Assemble sandwiches with eggplant, plum tomato, mozzarella and fresh basil.  Add back to warm skillet until cheese begins to melt and serve.


Enjoy!



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