The Loft Kitchen
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Grab Your Harlem Blue Craft Beer and steal the show at every event!
Time to officially kick off Fantasy Fall Football Season in Style. Crack open a can of Harlem Blue Craft Beer and enjoy!!! The fall leaves are beginning to crisp, the air has a familiar chill to it and the cool breeze has us all thinking of Saturday and Sunday Football. We have the absolute best beer to quench your thirst and impress all of your tailgate friends!! Harlem Blue Craft Beer is all the rage already in the State of New York and taking over the world, with its smooth, chic appeal on the eyes and taste buds! Founder Julian Riley has struck gold by bringing a unique craft beer,…
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Guinness Shandy Anyone?!?
Inspired by trip to 13 AAA baseball Tournament and College World Series Omaha, Nebraska A heatwave is sweeping the globe and emotions are at an all time high….I say, it’s time for a summertime drink recipe that’s easy, tasty and sure to please. Grab yourself a Guinness Shandy! Head to your patio, or baseball park and relax with some friends and family. It’s the perfect twist on a standard beverage, part BBQ worthy , part lazy Sunday chill, it’s the perfect antidote for quenching your thirst this summer! All you need is: 1/2 pint of chilled lemonade 1/2 pint of Guinness Stout or Dark Beer 1 sliced Orange for garnish Sip…
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Chocolate Banana Pops
Inspired by Frozen Banana popsicles at Disney World Magic Kingdom at Disney World Lake Buena Vista, Florida Looking for a great way to cool off and satiate your sweet tooth? Look no further than this addictive snack that is a big departure from your normal go to’s. Prepare these frozen banana treats and be a hero in your neighborhood or party sphere. We were first introduced to this delightful treat while wondering around the Magic Kingdom at Disney World in Florida. They apply a bit more chocolate (which I am still trying to perfect their recipe). But here is our Loft Kitchen take on it! All you need is: 2…
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Mexican Grilled Cheese
Inspired by travels to Cancun Mexico, Riviera Maya This lovely twist on an old classic spices things up literally! We got our first taste of Mexican Grilled Cheese during amazing visit to the Mexican State on the Yucatan Peninsula, and we can’t wait to return. We know Ace & Kingston will fall in love with Zona Hotelera and all of Quintana Roo, just as we did!!! Here is our slight twist on the Mexican Grilled Cheese sandwich that we had while staying there. What you need: 1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped 4-6 diced jalapeno peppers 1 medium green pepper, chopped 2 teaspoons olive oil 8 slices rye bread or…
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Inspired by our trip to Charleston, S.C. As we posted earlier in the week Charleston S.C was a terrific city to visit with a ton of activities to do for all and delicious restaurants for everyone! Here is a fantastic little appetizer or side dish that they are known for their FRIED GREEN TOMATOES! Just like the movie years back, this is a cute lil number that should be revisited! Check out this recipe and add it to your meal planning for the week! Ingredients 3 medium-sized, firm green tomatoes Salt 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning 1/2 cup milk, almond milk or buttermilk 1 large egg ¼…
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Grilled Specialty Pizza Party!!!
Colin’s Grilled Specialty Pizza Inspired by Uncle George’s Lounge at the Volcano House Hotel Volcanoes National Park, Hawai’i, 1 Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI There are so many wonderful amazing restaurants and beautiful sights to see on the Big Island of Hawai’i. At the top of our list collectively is Volcanoes National Park. It’s Ace’s absolute favorite national park. It’s also a family favorite because of the ability to do so much all in the same vicinity. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is on Hawaii Island (the Big Island). At its heart are the Kīlauea and Mauna Loa active volcanoes. Extending from sea level to 13,681 feet, the…
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Delicious Cinnamon Fried Apple Recipe
Delicious Cinnamon Fried Apples Grab your Granny Smith’ or Red Delicious Apples and let’s spice up Breakfast! Straight from the Loft Kitchen…Presented by Holiday Rising If you are looking for a perfect brunch complement or snow day breakfast bump, this is it! It takes less than 8 minutes and is a great way to start the day. What you need is: Apples Cinnamon Brown Sugar Butter All you have to do is simply: First wash off then slice apples Secondly, cook apples on medium heat on the stovetop over 1 tablespoon of butter adding ¼ cup of cinnamon, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar for about 5 minutes or until the…
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Black Eyed Pea Hummus
Looking for a change of pace from your same old, same old? Let’s mix it up a bit…. …or maybe you don’t like Black Eyed Peas by themselves, and are just looking for a way to knock some down to have good luck in the New Year. This is a perfect recipe to really get out of the usual routine and try a whole new spin on a regular classic. Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves, peeled 1/4 cup of olive oil Fresh lemon juice from 1/2 a lemon 1 teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon paprika 1 can black-eyed peas, drained Directions: Load up the old Food Processor Add…
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Easy Disney Pepperoni Spring Rolls
Inspired by our time visiting Disney World Walking around Disney World really builds up an appetite. Especially, if you have little kids…they seem to be constantly hungry and are always asking if they can get one of those when you’re at Disney. If you are looking for just a little snack in between your “Character Lunches,” try to find the Spring Roll Cart. These little bites of goodness are exactly what you need when you’re walking from one ride to another. Both filling, and portable, these rolls are the perfect snack. They come in Pepperoni Pizza Roll, Cheeseburger, and even Buffalo Chicken. Take your pick, or try them all. Easy,…
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Slow Cooker Spicy Hot Chocolate
If you are hitting the slopes, sledding in the back yard or just a little chilly, this is the perfect drink to make for you and your family!!! It’s chocolatey goodness with a bit of a spicy kick. Great for kids and adults alike, this recipe is sure to please. All you need are the following: Ingredients: 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 1/4 ounce can Sweetened Condensed Milk 7 cups Whole Milk 1 cup of Heavy Cream (can use half & half, but cream gives the best results) 1 tsp Vanilla Extract 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Marshmallows, whipped cream, chocolate chips etc. for garnish! Instructions: 1. Place the cocoa powder, condensed…
