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On Location Capturing Images for Our Friends at Aj’s Catering Atlanta 
This video shows behind the scenes of preparing for a Baby Shower Brunch complete with Brunch favorites: Chicken & Waffles, Shrimp & Grits, Create your own Omelette Bar.

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Foodie Tuesday with Smarty Marty- Crispy Salmon with smashed sweet potatoes

Hi Folks! We are glad to be back to share with you another recipe inspiration from our Foodie Tuesday Food Blog Series. This week Smarty Marty brings us this delicious Crispy Salmon with Smashed Sweet Potatoes dinner idea. So if you are ready lets get started with the necessary ingredients to cook up this delicious delight.

Ingredients:

Smashed Sweet Potatoes:

1/4 cup heavy cream

3 tablespoons unsalted butter 

3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, quartered and cut into 1/4-inch wedges 

2 tablespoons maple syrup 

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 

Salmon:

1 tablespoon olive oil

Four 3- to 4-ounce skin-on Atlantic salmon fillets, patted dry

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons unsalted butter 

3 sprigs fresh thyme 

2 cloves smashed garlic 

Directions

1. For the smashed sweet potatoes: Heat cream and butter in a medium saucepan until melted together. Add sweet potatoes and gently simmer, covered, stirring frequently, until potatoes are super tender, about 30 minutes. Add maple syrup and mash with a potato masher until smooth and uniform. Season to taste with plenty of salt and pepper. Cover and keep warm.
2. For the salmon: Heat olive oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Sprinkle salmon with salt and pepper all over. Lay in pan, skin-side down, and let cook, undisturbed, until skin is very crispy, 5 to 6 minutes. Gently flip the salmon and add butter, thyme and garlic and cook until salmon is desired temperature, 3 to 4 minutes for medium.
3. Divide sweet potatoes among four plates, then top each with a crispy salmon fillet. Add a handful of salad on the side of each, then top salad with orange segments and drizzle the salmon with the butter sauce from the pan.

Food Styled and Prepared By Smarty Marty 

Recipe By – http://www.foodnetwork.com

Atlanta Based Photography Elisha Akram (Kustom Kreation Photography) weekly food/recipe contributor Smarty Marty(My Older Sister) combines her love for cooking, photography and plating meals each and every Tuesday for this Segment entitled Foodie Tuesday. Join us each week for a variety of dishes prepared by Smarty Marty

Foodie Tuesday with Smarty Marty- Chicken Beef & Shrimp Fajita Kabobs

This week Foodie Tuesday delight is a classic. Chicken & Beef Fajita Kabobs! Let’s get it started by gathering up the necessary ingredients.

Ingredients :

For Marinade

• 2 tbs. olive oil
• 1 tbs. lime juice fresh
• 1 jalapeno pepper minced
• zest of one lime
• 2 tsp. chili powder
• 2 tsp. cumin
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1/2 tsp. oregano
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

For Kabobs

• 1 lb. chicken breast boneless, skinless, cut into 3/4 inch pieces and/or 1 pound steak of your choice (teres major, tenderloin, flank steak), cut into 3/4 inch pieces
• 1 onion cut into 3/4 inch pieces
• 3 bell peppers cut into 3/4 inch pieces

Directions:

In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic, lime zest, jalapeno, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

1. Place the chicken or beef in Ziploc bag with the fajita marinade. Seal the bag and make sure all of the pieces are well coated. Place the bag in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours.
2. When ready to cook, preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated meat, onion, and peppers onto skewers.
3. Lightly oil the grill grate. Place the kabobs on the grill, cover, and cook about 8-12 minutes, turning once or twice during cooking.
4. Transfer to a warmed platter and serve immediately.

Food Styled and Prepared By Smarty Marty 

Recipe By – http://www.jmoreliving.com

Atlanta Based Photography Elisha Akram (Kustom Kreation Photography) weekly food/recipe contributor Smarty Marty(My Older Sister) combines her love for cooking, photography and plating meals each and every Tuesday for this Segment entitled Foodie Tuesday. Join us each week for a variety of dishes prepared by Smarty Marty

Foodie Tuesday with Smarty Marty- Coconut Shrimp

Taking a Break from Taco Tuesday Smarty Marty is giving us Crunch Coconut Shrimp for this weeks delicious delight. First Things first let’s gather up the necessary ingredients:

• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup beer
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups flaked coconut
• 24 shrimp
• 3 cups oil for frying
  

Directions

In medium bowl, combine egg, 1/2 cup flour, beer and baking powder. Place 1/4 cup flour and coconut in two separate bowls.

1. Hold shrimp by tail, and dredge in flour, shaking off excess flour. Dip in egg/beer batter; allow excess to drip off. Roll shrimp in coconut, and place on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, heat oil to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) in a deep-fryer.
2. Fry shrimp in batches: cook, turning once, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Using tongs, remove shrimp to paper towels to drain. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Food Styled and Prepared By Smarty Marty 

Recipe By – allrecipes.com

Atlanta Based Photography Elisha Akram (Kustom Kreation Photography) weekly food/recipe contributor Smarty Marty(My Older Sister) combines her love for cooking, photography and plating meals each and every Tuesday for this Segment entitled Foodie Tuesday. Join us each week for a variety of dishes prepared by Smarty Marty

Foodie Tuesday with Smarty Marty!- Clam Linguine Pasta

Happy Tuesday Folks! We are back here with a delicious delight from yours truly Smarty Marty! This week meal idea a a really quick fulfilling dish… this can be completed in 30 minutes or less as long as you have all the ingredients at your finger tip. So let’s get started…

• 2 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams, with juice
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 tablespoon dried basil
• 1 (16 ounce) package linguini pasta

Direction:

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions.

1. Combine clams with juice, butter, oil, minced garlic, parsley, basil, and pepper in a large saucepan. Place over medium heat until boiling. Serve warm over pasta.

Food Styled and Prepared By Smarty Marty 

Recipe By – allrecipes.com

Atlanta Based Photography Elisha Akram (Kustom Kreation Photography) weekly food/recipe contributor Smarty Marty(My Older Sister) combines her love for cooking, photography and plating meals each and every Tuesday for this Segment entitled Foodie Tuesday. Join us each week for a variety of dishes prepared by Smarty Marty

Foodie Tuesday with Smarty Marty- Pumpkin Soup!

Happy Happy Holidays to everyone!!! Foodie Tuesday is here with a delightful Holiday Dish! Impress your family and friends with this easy breezy pumpkin Soup

First things First…. Gather up the necessary ingredients:

• 6 cups chicken stock
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 4 cups pumpkin puree
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 5 whole black peppercorns

Directions:

Heat stock, salt, pumpkin, onion, thyme, garlic, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes uncovered.

1. Puree the soup in small batches (1 cup at a time) using a food processor or blender.
2. Return to pan, and bring to a boil again. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for another 30 minutes, uncovered. Stir in heavy cream. Pour into soup bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Serve it up in style!

Food Styled and Prepared By Smarty Marty

Recipe By -www.allrecipes.com

Atlanta Based Photography Elisha Akram (Kustom Kreation Photography) weekly food/recipe contributor Smarty Marty(My Older Sister) combines her love for cooking, photography and plating meals each and every Tuesday for this Segment entitled Foodie Tuesday. Join us each week for a variety of dishes prepared by Smarty Marty

Foodie Tuesday with Smarty Marty- Chicken Souvlaki

This week’s Foodie Tuesday meal idea for you is Mediterranean style dish using Chicken… To get started cooking up this delicious delight we need to gather up the necessary ingredients.

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INGREDIENTs

• 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, plus 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves, finely grated
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 2-inch cubes
• 1/2 English cucumber, chopped
• 1/2 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
• 3 plum tomatoes, quartered
• 1/2 small red onion, cut 3/4 inch thick, and separated into slices
• 4 whole-wheat pitas
• Garnish: oregano leaves

 

DIRECTIONS

1. Whisk together lemon zest, 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice, half the garlic, the oregano, 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add chicken, and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, for 45 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, stir together remaining lemon juice and garlic, the cucumber, yogurt, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.

3. Heat grill to medium-high. Thread chicken, tomatoes, and onion onto 4 metal skewers. Brush with remaining 2 teaspoons oil, and season with pepper.

4. Grill skewers, turning, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Grill pitas until charred, about 2 minutes per side.

5. Serve skewers with charred pitas and cucumber-yogurt sauce. Garnish with oregano leaves.

 

Food Styled and Prepared By Smarty Marty

Recipe By -www.marthastewart.com

Atlanta Based Photography Elisha Akram (Kustom Kreation Photography) weekly food/recipe contributor Smarty Marty(My Older Sister) combines her love for cooking, photography and plating meals each and every Tuesday for this Segment entitled Foodie Tuesday. Join us each week for a variety of dishes prepared by Smarty Marty

 

Foodie Tuesday with Smarty Marty- Spaghetti Dinner

Hi Folks this week delicious delights from our Foodie Tuesday inspiration is vegan spaghetti This dish is a perfect and quick and easy filling meal. Let’s get started by gathering up the necessary ingredients.

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
• 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, undrained
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

 

Directions

• Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onion, celery and garlic powder in oil until tender. Add the spaghetti sauce, beans, tomatoes, sugar, salt, oregano and bay leaf.
• Bring to a boil; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Drain spaghetti; top with sauce and cheese.

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Food Styled and Prepared By Smarty Marty

Recipe By -www.tasteofhome.com

Atlanta Based Photography Elisha Akram (Kustom Kreation Photography) weekly food/recipe contributor Smarty Marty(My Older Sister) combines her love for cooking, photography and plating meals each and every Tuesday for this Segment entitled Foodie Tuesday. Join us each week for a variety of dishes prepared by Smarty Marty

Foodie Tuesday with Smarty Marty- Turkey Meatloaf

Hi Folks! Welcome back to another foodie Tuesday recipe idea from our favorite inspiration recipe idea creator Smarty Marty! Well, she is back with this classic with a change. As the weather in different parts of the country is changing, she has created a more filling dish that gives you comfort after one serving. Turkey Meatloaf is this week dish of the week! So let’s get started with the ingredients you will need to create this meal

1 1/2 pounds ground turkey

• 3/4 cup crushed buttery round crackers
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Topping:
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a jelly roll pan.

1. Mix ground turkey, buttery round cracker crumbs, milk, onion, egg, salt, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl; shape into a loaf and place on the prepared jelly roll pan.
2. Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl; set aside.
3. Bake meatloaf in preheated oven for 30 minutes; remove from oven and drain liquids. Top meatloaf with ketchup topping. Return loaf to oven and continue baking until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
4. Food Styled and Prepared By Smarty Marty

   Recipe By -www.allrecipes.com

   Atlanta Based Photography Elisha Akram (Kustom Kreation Photography) weekly food/recipe contributor Smarty Marty(My Older Sister) combines her love for cooking, photography and plating meals each and every Tuesday for this Segment entitled Foodie Tuesday. Join us each week for a variety of dishes prepared by Smarty Marty

Foodie Tuesday with Smarty Marty- Chicken Souvlaki

This week Foodie Tuesday sentiments by Smarty Marty : My big fat Greek meal was kind of tasty to me…what are you making for dinner… — eating chicken souvlaki.

So we are preparing to give you instructions to create your own Chicken Souvlaki!

First things first gather up the necessary ingredients.

Gather up the necessary ingredients:

1/4 cup olive oil

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into bite-sized pieces

• Sauce:
• 1 (6 ounce) container plain Greek-style yogurt
• 1/2 cucumber – peeled, seeded, and grated
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons white vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Directions:

Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, lemon juice, 2 cloves minced garlic, oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large resealable bag. Add chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.

1. Mix yogurt, cucumber, 1 tablespoon olive oil, vinegar, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 pinch salt together in a bowl. Refrigerate tzatziki sauce for flavors to blend, 1 to 2 hours.
2. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Soak wooden skewers in a bowl of water for about 15 minutes.
3. Remove chicken from marinade and thread onto the soaked skewers. Discard unused marinade.
4. Cook the skewers on the preheated grill, turning frequently until nicely browned on all sides and chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 8 minutes per side. Serve with tzatziki sauce.

Food Styled and Prepared By Smarty Marty

Recipe By -www.allrecipes.com

Atlanta Based Photography Elisha Akram (Kustom Kreation Photography) weekly food/recipe contributor Smarty Marty(My Older Sister) combines her love for cooking, photography and plating meals each and every Tuesday for this Segment entitled Foodie Tuesday. Join us each week for a variety of dishes prepared by Smarty Marty