Recipes by The Happiest Belly (Page 6)

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	Portabella Pesto Sandwich with Balsamic Red Onions by The Happiest Belly Portabella Pesto Sandwich with Balsamic Red OnionsI am especially proud of this vegetarian sandwich because my meat loving husband absolutely loves it. Portobellas have a natural meatiness, so it doesn't feel like you're skimping on heartiness here. The roasted peppers and balsamic red onions are complemented by a delicious pesto…	1 vote 418 views
	Stuffed Mushrooms by The Happiest Belly Stuffed MushroomsI'm pretty sure that it's impossible to go wrong when you are combining cream cheese with bacon! These tasty little mushrooms are filled with a delicious mixture of cream cheese, bacon, green onions and some other little tidbits to give you big flavor in every bite. I love serving these for guests or as part of a "bar…	1 vote 456 views
	Roasted Parmesan Potatoes by The Happiest Belly Roasted Parmesan PotatoesSo it appears that I am on a potato kick these past few weeks! I've been getting a little bit bored with the same old, same old, so I thought I'd do some experimenting and ended up with this dish. I paired Idaho potatoes with olive oil, a few basic spices and some good quality parmesan for this healthy and…	1 vote 297 views
	Loaded Twice Baked Potatoes by The Happiest Belly Loaded Twice Baked PotatoesThis is hands-down my favorite potato recipe. These potatoes are a great compliment to steaks (as you can see in the background), chicken or chops. They are hearty and delicious, bursting with bold flavors. The bacon and paprika lend a fabulous smokiness, while the cheese is gooey and just a little salty.…	1 vote 551 views
	Cajun Burger by The Happiest Belly Cajun BurgerI mentioned in last week's post that I used the leftover remoulade to top some burgers later in the week. They turned out to be delicious! Below is the recipe for my Cajun Burger ~ it's quick and easy to make and will leave you feeling a little bit closer to the French Quarter!For 2 burgers:Assembly:Combine chuck, Old Bay,…	1 vote 418 views
	Garlicky Remoulade by The Happiest Belly Garlicky RemouladeWe have a Cajun restaurant near our house that makes a wonderful remoulade. The only problem is, you can't buy small amounts; you have to buy at least a pint at a time. When I decided to make crab cakes on New Year's Eve, I thought it would be a good idea to make my own remoulade, so that I would no longer have to…	2 votes 331 views
	Balsamic Marinated Chicken Breast by The Happiest Belly This chicken recipe is incredibly easy to make and is bursting with flavor. Marinated in a simple balsamic vinaigrette, the chicken is tender, juicy and packs a garlicky punch. I typically pair the chicken with risotto or add it on a baguette along with a pesto-mayo, roasted peppers and provalone cheese for a delicious and filling…	2 votes 815 views
	Christmas Cookies! by The Happiest Belly Christmas Cookies!So the picture below is not of the best quality, mostly because I was shooting on the kitchen counter at 6am just trying to fit a few of each of the cookies onto a plate. I was going to wait and photograph the cookies on their platter on Christmas Eve, but I wanted to have this post up by that morning. Anyway, I…	2 votes 588 views
	Spaghetti All'Arrabbiata with Shrimp by The Happiest Belly This dish is an excellent choice for a holiday meal ~ the sauce has a beautiful red color and the shrimp adds a decadent element to this spicy, flavorful entree. In Italian, All'Arrabbiata translates to "in an angry manner" because of the fiery flavor the red pepper flake imparts. This sauce has a delicious depth of flavor from the…	2 votes 443 views
	Chocolate-Hazelnut and Strawberry-Cream Cheese Crepes by The Happiest Belly Chocolate-Hazelnut and Strawberry-Cream Cheese CrepesThere is seriously nothing better than some delicious homemade crepes to start off your morning (or even end your day!). Every now and then I make these for my husband either for brunch or a weekday dinner. The cream cheese/strawberries and chocolate compliment each other…	2 votes 492 views