Kacy Rourke

08/15/2023

“Dogs have given us their absolute all. We are the center of their universe. We are the focus of their love and faith and trust. They serve us in return for scraps. It is without a doubt the best deal man has ever made.” - Roger A. Caras

08/14/2023

"It's not about perfect. It's about effort. And when you bring that effort every single day, that's where transformation happens. That's how change occurs."

08/13/2023

The Best Steak Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 (12- ounce) 1- inch thick steak
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 1/2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 yellow onions, sliced in rings
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 3/4 cup good mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 4 sub rolls
- 1/2 cup baby arugula

Preparation
Season the steak with salt and pepper on both sides.

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over high heat until it's almost smoking, then sear the steak on each side for 1 minute. Reduce the heat to low and cook the steak until desired doneness.

Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Slice the steak into strips.

Using the same pan, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Add the onion and thyme and saute for 10 minutes, until the onions are caramelized, stirring occasionally.

Whisk mayo, mustards, sour cream, and salt into a bowl and set aside.

To assemble the sandwiches, spread a tablespoon of mayo sauce on each side of the roll.

Place a layer the steak strips on top of the mayo, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and top with the caramelized onion rings.

Place the baby arugula on top of the onion rings, and cover the sandwiches with the top half of the buns.

08/12/2023

“A dog will teach you unconditional love. If you can have that in your life, things won't be too bad.” - Robert Wagner

08/11/2023

"The only way to reach for the sky is to have faith in yourself and never give up!"

08/10/2023

Skillet Lasagna Topped with Ricotta
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
- 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
- 1 (28 oz.) can diced tomatoes
- 3 T. chopped fresh basil
- 3 T. chopped fresh basil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 10 curly-edged lasagna noodles, broken into 2-inch lengths
- 3 T. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 t. dried oregano
- 1/2 c. plus 2 T. Parmesan cheese
- 1/8 t. crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 c. ricotta cheese (preferably whole-milk)
- salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 T. tomato paste
- 1 1/2 cups water

Preparation
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until the oil is shimmering.

Add onion and 1/2 t. salt, cook until onion is softened and beginning to brown, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in garlic, tomato paste, oregano and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring constantly until garlic is fragrant and the tomato paste is distributed., about a minute.

Add ground beef, cook until the meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.

Pour the diced tomatoes (undrained) into a large measuring cup, add enough water to the tomatoes to measure 4 cups.

When the meat is browned, scatter the lasagna noodles evenly over the top of the meat (do not stir).

Pour the diced tomatoes and water, and the tomato sauce evenly over the top of the noodles. Cover and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring once or twice during cook time, until pasta is tender, about 20 minutes.

Remove skillet from heat, stir in the 1/2 c. Parmesan. Season to taste with salt & pepper. Dollop rounded tablespoons of the ricotta evenly over the top, cover and let stand for 5 minutes, to let the ricotta warm through.

Sprinkle with the basil and remaining 2 T. Parmesan.

Source: foodista.com

08/09/2023

"A pup's tail wags to tell you that you're loved." 🥰

08/09/2023

"Your body can stand almost anything. It's your mind that you have to convince."

07/22/2023

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07/20/2023

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06/09/2023

"A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself." - Josh Billings

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06/09/2023

"True friendship is like sound health; the value of it is seldom known until it be lost." – Charles Caleb Colton

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06/09/2023

Bread Bowl Au Gratin
Ingredients
- 2 Bread Bowls (Single Serving)
- 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup
- 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Stock
- EVOO
- 1 cup Roasted Chicken, diced
- 1 cup Frozen Veggies
- 3 Tbs. Fine Breadcrumbs
- 4 Tbs. Grated Cheese
- A handful of Parsley, chopped
- Salt & Pepper

Preparation
Preheat oven to 400F. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, heat the can of soup with the stock.

Add in the frozen veggies and roasted chicken. Salt & pepper to taste. Set aside.

Now, cut the top of the bread with a serrated knife and hollow out the inside to make room for the soup.

Brush the inside of the bread with EVOO and sprinkle evenly with a little salt. Ladle the soup in the bowl, top with breadcrumbs and grated cheese.

Dont forget the bread tops and insides.

Drizzle a little EVOO on them and bake along with the bowls on a cookie sheet in the oven for about 10 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Source: Foodista

06/07/2023

"Exercise not only changes your body, it changes your mind, your attitude and your mood."

06/07/2023

Shrimp Tacos with Avocado, Grapefruit, and Creamy Cilantro Sauce
Ingredients
- 18 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Splash of hot sauce
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- Salt & pepper
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium tomato, deseeded and chopped
- Segments from whole pink or red grapefruit, chopped
- 1 avocado, chopped
- 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 c fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 c sour cream
- Soft or hard tacos, your preference

Preparation

Mix chili, hot sauce, salt, & pepper together. Toss with shrimp and let marinate 10 minutes.

Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in Lodge cast iron pan and cook shrimp until pink and curled, about 5 minutes. Set aside.

Combine all salsa ingredients in a bowl, stir, and set aside.

Stir together sour cream and cilantro in a bowl, and set aside.

Assemble taco or tortilla by first putting in the salsa, add 3 shrimp to each, top with sour cream-cilantro sauce, and then add a generous squeeze of lime juice over the top.
Source: Maplewood Road

06/03/2023

Orzo Salad With Vegetables and Herbs
Ingredients
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 head Boston lettuce--optional
- 3/4 cup diced peeled cucumber
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions including 2 inches of green stem
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
- Olive oil
- 1 pound orzo
- Salt
- 6 ounces to 8 sugar snap peas, trimmed, cut into ¾-inch pieces
- 1 1/4 cups diced tomatoes

Preparation

To make the salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.

Add sugar snap peas; cook 1 minute, then transfer peas to a strainer with a slotted spoon. Rinse with cold water and drain.

Add orzo to the same pot. Boil until tender but still firm to bite; about 8 minutes.
Source: Foodista

06/03/2023

"The key to life is balance. Find what works for you and stay consistent."