Buttermilk Waffles

 

INGREDIENTS
1 3/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
2 egg yoks
2 c. buttermilk
1/2 c. oil
2 egg whites

DIRECTIONS
In a medium bowl combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir and set aside. In a separate bowl combine egg yolks, milk and oil. Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir slightly until combined. In a small bowl beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold egg whites into the rest of the batter. Do not over mix. Lightly brush melted butter onto waffle skillet. Pour 1+ c. batter onto griddle and close lid. Bake according to manufacturer's directions. When done, lift waffle with a fork and transfer waffle to a plate. Serve warm with powdered sugar and syrup.

Tortilla Soup Recipe

 *Similar to Rumbi Island Grill Bahama Mama's Tortilla Soup

INGREDIENTS

3 boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts (seasoned, grilled and cut into small pieces)
8 c. Chicken Broth
1 c. thinly sliced Carrots
1/4 tsp. ground Allspice
1/2 tsp. Thyme
1/8 tsp. Cinnamon
1 T. fresh Ginger, chopped
1 T. minced Garlic 
1 c. chopped Tomato
1 c. Coconut Milk
3 T. Cilantro, chopped
Salt and Pepper, to taste
1 c. Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
Tortilla strips
1 Jalapeño, thinly sliced into rings
Limes, cut into wedges

DIRECTIONS

In a large pot add chicken broth, carrots, allspice, thyme, cinnamon, ginger and garlic. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes until carrots are tender. Add chicken, tomato, coconut milk and cilantro. Cook on low until heated through. Add salt and pepper to taste. Top individual bowls of soup with mozzarella cheese, tortilla strips, jalapeño pepper and a lime wedge. 

Asian Cucumber Salad

 INGREDIENTS
1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced
1 T. toasted sesame oil
2 tsp. sriracha
2 tsp. maple syrup
2 tsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. rice vinegar
1-2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1 T. sesame seeds

DIRECTIONS

Slice prepared cucumbers and set aside. In a bowl combine remaining ingredients. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and stir. Refrigerate until ready to serve.