Best Kittencals Marinated Vegetables Recipes

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KITTENCAL'S MARINATED OIL AND VINEGAR COLESLAW



Kittencal's Marinated Oil and Vinegar Coleslaw image

I make this quite often for BBQ parties and everyone loves it! plan ahead, this salad must be prepared a day ahead and left in the fridge overnight to blend the flavors, it will take on a completely different flavor --- I have even added in lightly blanched broccoli and/or cauliflower florets to the veggies, feel free to add in whatever you want to --- remember to add in the white sugar to suit taste if you prefer a sweeter coleslaw adjust the sugar amount, I have added up to about 1 cup, taste the dressing before adding to the salad if you think it needs more sugar then add it into the dressing before mixing into the slaw just make certain to whisk very well so that the sugar is mixed in completely.

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Categories     Vegetable

Time P1DT15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large cabbage (shredded or finely chopped)
1 small green bell pepper, sliced
2 green onions, chopped (or use sweet onion)
2 large carrots, peeled and shredded (hand-squeeze excess moisture out)
3/4 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use white salt to taste)
1 tablespoon brown sugar (or to taste)
1 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
2 -3 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/2-1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup white sugar (can add up to 3/4 cup)
black pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the vegetables together.
  • Mix first 6 dressing ingredients together in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.
  • Remove from heat then immediately add in the oil and white sugar; mix to combine until the sugar is completely dissolved, then pour the hot mixture over the veggies.
  • Allow to sit out at room temperature for 1 hour stirring occasionally with a spoon.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours stirring occasionally, I just keep a spoon in the bowl and just mix every time I open the fridge.
  • Season with freshly ground black pepper (if desired) before serving.

KITTENCAL'S MARINATED VEGETABLES



Kittencal's Marinated Vegetables image

Plan ahead the veggies need to marinate for at least 24 hours before serving. These will keep well for a couple of days stored tightly covered in the refrigerator. The garlic is optional add in only if you are a garlic-lover as it tends to overpower the marinade! You can use pitted black olives in place of the green, add in some crushed red chili flakes for heat if desired :)

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Categories     Cauliflower

Time P1D

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 head of fresh cauliflower (cut into small florets)
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 medium carrots (peeled and cut into about 1-2-inch strips)
1 small sweet onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and cubed
1 (10 ounce) can whole mushrooms, drained
1 cup pimento-stuffed green olives
3/4 cup white vinegar (can use wine vinegar)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 -3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2-1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup cold water
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) or 2 large garlic cloves, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add in the cauliflower and broccoli; blanch for 1 minute; drain then immediately plunge into ice or very cold water to stop the cooking process; drain well.
  • In a large glass bowl combine all veggies with the olives.
  • In a small bowl whisk together all marinade ingredients until completely combined and no sugar or salt granules remain.
  • Pour over veggies; toss well, cover and chill for 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 321, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 2, Sugar 6.1, Protein 2.7

KITTENCAL'S MARINARA PASTA SAUCE (VEGETARIAN)



Kittencal's Marinara Pasta Sauce (Vegetarian) image

This is a basic simple marinara but big on flavor, it can be ready in 1 hour or you can cook it longer and even tastes better the next day that is why I strongly suggest to make this sauce 1-3 days ahead and refrigerate as the flavors will blend and intensify ---this freezes well so make a double recipe and freeze a batch for the next meal, you may omit the wine but I strongly suggest to add it in, it really adds flavor to the sauce --- please make certain to purchase only good-quality canned Italian Roma (plum) tomatoes for this it will make a huge difference to the flavor of the sauce --- all ingredients may be adjusted to suit taste, this sauce can also be simmered for a longer time in a crockpot, throw in some fresh mushrooms also if desired --- also see my recipe#71273

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Categories     Sauces

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 -4 tablespoons olive oil (I use enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of my pot)
1 large onion, chopped
4 -6 garlic cloves, minced (or to taste, the more the better I use 6 extra large cloves)
1 tablespoon dried basil (rubbed between fingers to release flavor)
2 teaspoons dried oregano (rubbed between fingers to release flavor)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional or adjust to taste)
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste (can use two cans for a thicker richer sauce if desired)
1 (28 ounce) can whole roma tomatoes, undrained (break up with a fork before cooking, go ahead and use two cans if desired!)
1/3-1/2 cup dry red wine (you may omit if desired but good to add in, can use white wine)
2 teaspoons sugar (optional or to taste)
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste, a good tomato sauce needs lots so don't be shy with the salt)
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a heavy-bottomed stockpot or Dutch oven heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add in onions, garlic and dried red pepper flakes, basil and oregano; saute for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add in the tomato paste and stir for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add in the Roma tomatoes with juice and wine; simmer uncovered over low heat for 1-2 hours (I usually cook it for at least a couple of hours) stirring occasionally.
  • Season with salt and pepper and add in sugar if desired.
  • **NOTE** if you prefer a thinner sauce, then add in some water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.8, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 933.6, Carbohydrate 23.6, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 14.4, Protein 4.4

KITTENCAL'S EASY MARINADE FOR GRILLED CHICKEN



Kittencal's Easy Marinade for Grilled Chicken image

If you are in a hurry and want a great marinade for chicken this is it! marinade for about 6-8 hours, no longer than 8 hours as the vinegar will start to "cook" the chicken.... I find that Kraft Italian is the best for this and by the sounds of it this marinade works on beef too so you might want to give that a try!

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Categories     Chicken

Time 6h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (475 ml) bottle kraft Italian salad dressing (not low-fat)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional but good to add in I always do)
1/4 cup vegetable oil or 1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste, the more the better I say!)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl mix all ingredients together until well blended.
  • Add in chicken pieces, cover and refrigerate for 6-8 hours.
  • When ready to grill, remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Season the chicken with seasoning salt and pepper, then grill.
  • There is enough marinade for up to 10 pieces of chicken.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.1, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 2.7, Sodium 472, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 3.8, Protein 0.4

KITTENCAL'S MARINADE FOR GRILLED STEAK



Kittencal's Marinade for Grilled Steak image

This marinade will produce the most tender and not to mention the best tasting steak and it's enough for up to four steaks about 1-1/2-inches thick --- just remember to bring the steaks to almost room temperature before grilling this will relax the meat fibers and make for a more tender juicy steak --- the amounts may be doubled but keep the garlic at the same amount, for best results it is recommended to not substitute any ingredients, do not add any salt to the marinade and do not salt the meat until ready to grill --- this marinade may be used for any cut of steaks.

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Categories     Steak

Time 17m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic (I use 6 large cloves)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (can use 1 teaspoon)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/3 cup oil (can use olive oil or vegetable oil)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Mix all the marinade ingredients together in a bowl.
  • Pour over steaks.
  • Cover tightly and place the steaks in the refrigerator for minimum 4 hours or even better for 24 hours.
  • Remove the steaks from the fridge.
  • Bring the steaks down to almost room temperature before grilling.
  • Season steaks with steak seasoning or seasoning of choice if desired (I like to use Montreal Steak Seasoning).
  • Grill for 6-12 minutes turning 3-4 times or until desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.2, Fat 36.6, SaturatedFat 4.7, Sodium 1234.2, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 4.5, Protein 2.8

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