Category Archives: Recipe Experimentation

Quick & Easy Snacking – American Idol Top 8

April 19, 2011 By in Recipe Experimentation, Snackin' with Sarah Sellers Tags: , , , , , , 3 Comments

We’re inching closer and closer to the American Idol finale next month and from now on we’ll be seeing some major talent going home each week. Last week’s Idol Top 8 performed songs inspired by the movies and Paul McDonald, unfortunately, did not impress with his rendition of “Old Time Rock ‘n Roll” from the film Risky Business.

Paul’s quirky dance moves and pearly white smile will be missed, but something tells me we’ll be seeing him around the Hollywood scene sooner then later (or possibly walking the next Twilight premier).

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Quick & Easy Snacking – American Idol Top 9

April 10, 2011 By in Recipe Experimentation, Snackin' with Sarah Sellers Tags: , , , , , , , , , 2 Comments

Last week’s American Idol results show delivered one of the most shocking eliminations in Idol history. One of the three remaining females in the competition, and probably one of the most vocally talented contestants was sent packing. Pia Toscano strayed from her usual power-packed ballads for an upbeat classic, “River Deep, Mountain High.” America apparently didn’t like the change up and cut Pia’s Idol run extremely short. With two ladies left in the competition it’s not looking good for a female winner this year.

With a Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame theme and tons of talent packed in to Wednesday night’s performance round, I decided to pay homage to two great bands. These recipes are a little more detailed then a quick and easy snack, but are well worth the extra effort.

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Quick & Easy Snacking – American Idol Top 11 Pt.2

April 4, 2011 By in Recipe Experimentation, Snackin' with Sarah Sellers Tags: , , , , , , , , , , Leave a comment

Last week on American Idol we had one last look at the top 11 before two Idol hopefuls were sent home. Thankfully, last weeks dramatic results show, coupled with Casey Abrams spot on performance of the Elton John classic, Your Song, kept him safe and in it for another week.

Unfortunately, for Naima Adedapo and Thia Megia, they sang their last tunes on the Idol stage Tuesday night. Even though I will miss Naima’s vibrance onstage I wasn’t too surprised by her elimination, and Thia, the girl’s got talent, but I definitely agree with American on that vote (or lack thereof).

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Chicken Enchilada Casserole

March 30, 2011 By in Recipe Experimentation Tags: , , , , , 2 Comments

Do you have that one genre of food that hits every inch of your taste buds? A genre that you know you could eat 3-4 (maybe even more) times a week, but you restrain for fear of isolating yourself from the throng of culinary options? Well, I do, and it’s Mexican food. Throw some chiles, cumin, cilantro, avocados…etc etc…into any dish and I’m immediately comforted.

Every year for my birthday we have a big Mexican food feast and strawberry cake at my mother’s house. This year, Mom and I teamed up to make a Chicken Enchilada Casserole that was quick, simple, and absolutely delicious.

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Quick & Easy Snacking – American Idol Top 11

March 24, 2011 By in Recipe Experimentation, Snackin' with Sarah Sellers Tags: , , , , , , , Leave a comment

American Idol’s Top 11 results show had it all; flash, cheese, product placement, and one of the most shocking eliminations I’ve seen in all my years as an Idol fan. Last night’s Motown themed soul-fest delivered strong performances, leaving me wandering who would be the unlucky contestant to miss the Top 10 and Idol tour by just one spot. What I didn’t expect was for Casey Abrams, the eccentric and show stopping Seth Rogen look-alike, to be the one at the bottom.

Week by week Casey has delivered something that I can’t say for every other contestant, passion and originality. Every time he steps on stage I’m anxiously waiting to see what he’ll do next. So what gives America? Why the low votes? Maybe everyone was just cooking up a storm like I was and forgot to vote….(segway)

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Quick & Easy Snacking – American Idol Top 12

March 23, 2011 By in Recipe Experimentation, Snackin' with Sarah Sellers Tags: , , , , , , , , , Leave a comment

Last week came and went in a flash with another person sent packing during American Idol’s Top 12 week. The gorgeous and talented, Karen Rodriguez, couldn’t quite bring in the votes with her version of Taylor Dayne’s “Love Will Lead You Back”. Her time may be up on Idol, but I have a feeling we’ll be hearing more from Miss Rodriguez. **Side Note: girl was looking fierce in that black sparkly dress and sky high boots.

Whether you were dabbing your tears or jumping for joy over Karen’s departure, I hope you had the chance to enjoy my Idol top 12 recipes. Yahoo’s super fab music lover and creator of the popular “Reality Rocks” blog, Lyndsey Parker, posted some more quick and easy snacking recipes from yours truly.

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Quick & Easy Snacking – American Idol Top 13

March 12, 2011 By in Recipe Experimentation, Snackin' with Sarah Sellers Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , Leave a comment

Another week has passed and the first American Idol hopeful from the top 13 was sent home packing. The “lucky” group of what could be the show’s most talented singers sang their hearts out on the big stage, which means I was whipping up some dishes for you & your watch party to feast upon!

Yahoo’s fabulous reality/music blogger, Lyndsey Parker, has been giving me much love in her weekly series Snackin with Sarah Sellers. My creative process has involved hours in the kitchen, pen to the pad, and music blaring to keep my focus to the stove.

This week’s recipes are sure to please the pallet so check out some of my new, tasty treats below. Don’t forget to check out Lyndsey Parker’s blog, Reality Rocks, every week for new recipes and the latest Idol goss!

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Quick & Easy Snacking – American Idol Top 24

March 5, 2011 By in Recipe Experimentation, Snackin' with Sarah Sellers Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , Leave a comment

Phew it’s been a crazy few months. I have SERIOUSLY neglected my foodie duties and haven’t had a proper food post in way too long. Amidst all the madness a fellow blogger has brought me back to some very solid roots and got me cooking again!

Yahoo’s super fabulous Lyndsey Parker of Reality Rocks was kind enough to give me some props after my way too short lived Idol run (damn I wanted a taste of that Idol mansion)! 😉

Her new series Snackin’ with Sarah Sellers delivers a new snack idea before each live Idol show from now until the season finale in May. So, what this means is I’ve had to get my little tush in gear and start creating some fun filled recipes for your reality snacking pleasure.

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Quick & Easy Chicken Salad

October 5, 2010 By in Recipe Experimentation Tags: , , , , , 5 Comments

I love simple and tasty…and this is 1000 percent simple and delicious. Chicken salad was never something I would turn to for a quick and healthy meal, but this has become my go to recipe anytime I’m super busy but still want something freshly put together in the kitchen. Continue reading →

Hatch Chile Recipes

September 23, 2010 By in Recipe Experimentation Tags: , , , , , , , Leave a comment

Hatch season is winding down and I have a few more recipes I wanted to share with you guys. I got another email from Central Market today announcing the arrival of red Hatch Chiles…so, I will probably have a few more evenings of experimentation before the season ends.

The first recipe I adapted from the leftovers of my Hatch Chile Beer Can Chicken dinner, but no worries, you can make the leftover ingredients in no time at all.

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