Ingredients: Chicken Breast

Start by partially freezing the chicken breast for easier slicing. 

**Thawing an already frozen piece is not the same thing. The outer layers will thaw out first and the inside will still be too frozen to cut. I learned that the hard way. **

Preheat oven to 250°F

Get rid of as much of the fat as possible. Create thin, even slices and lay out on a tray with parchment paper. The thinner the slices, the easier it is to dry.  Use a paper towel and pat off any excess moisture.

 Stick it in the oven for around 3 and half hours. For crispier jerky, leave it in for a bit longer.

I'm going to be honest with you.  I am a lazy cook who hates measuring.  Attention to detail is not one of my strong suits.  You know how people write "Great attention to detail!" on their resumes? I can't write that. It doesn't apply to me.  And yet, somehow, I've managed to get by okay.

 

Anything I post on this blog that is related to making food will be kept short and sweet -or savory. I will strive to fake fancy and skirt along the edges of healthy, but it will always be easy. Hopefully, you'll also find these recipes tasty!

Steamed eggs are a traditional Asian way of cooking these universally consumed sources of protein.  The dish is popular in both Chinese and Korean cuisine and can be served with any meal of the day.  It's my favorite way to make eggs when I'm in a rush and don't have time to cook a whole meal. Steamed eggs are usually made, obviously, by steaming.  In order to speed things up, I use my handy dandy microwave.

Ingredients:
2 large eggs
1/3 to 1/2 cup water - depending on how you prefer the consistency
1/3 Tsp salt - I personally like to use garlic salt
1 Tsp sesame oil
Chopped scallions
 

As I mentioned earlier, I don't usually measure things out so this is a close approximation. I like my eggs to be mildly runny with garlic salt and lots of sesame oil.  The less water you add, the less runny it will be, so adjust to your preferences.
 

Add all the ingredients together and combine thoroughly.
 

Microwave for approximately 2.5 to 3 minutes and check the consistency.  If the eggs are not adequately firm, microwave for an additional 30 seconds at time.
 

 

Lick-able Peanut Butter Banana Popsicle:

I added two spoonfuls of peanut butter, two bananas, one spoonful of honey, and three cups of water in a blender. The ratio can be adjusted according to how much you'd like to make.

Pour the mixture into the mold and freeze overnight. I used popsicle molds but you can also use ice trays for smaller sized treats.



Pop it out of the mold and share with your pup!  It's a good idea to run the mold under warm water so the pops come out easier. My crew loved it so much, they finished it within a few minutes.


Mix in the peanut butter and honey.  The consistency should be thick and able hold its form. Line a pan with a baking sheet and and scoop out the mixture in round shapes about one to two inches in diameter.  For people treats, you can melt some chocolate and drizzle it on top.  NOTE: Please make sure that the treats for dogs do not have chocolate on it since it is toxic to them!



Pop it in the freezer and it should be ready within a few hours. Once you can peel it off the sheet, its good to eat!


I made Kahlua wait so I could take a picture before she ate one.  You can see the anticipation on her face. Yum!