Tuesday, September 29, 2009

O'Leary Family Vodka Sauce

1 Tbsp olive oil
2 tsp garlic, chopped
1/4 cup white wine
6 oz canned plum tomatoes
1 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1 tsp sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
salt and pepper to taste
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp vodka

Heat oil in large saute pan; add garlic and cook until golden. Add wine and simmer until liquid reduces by half; add tomatoes, basil, sugar, salt and pepper. Bring to simmer. Add cream and bring back to simmer. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Add butter, vodka and additional basil. Bring to simmer.

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Basil Chicken Bake

1 ½ lbs. boneless chicken
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 cup plain bread crumbs
½ cup parmesan cheese
2 Tbls. olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed

  1. Place chicken in casserole dish
  2. Chop basil and add to mayonnaise, mix, then spread onto the chicken.
  3. Combine bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic, oil, and salt & pepper
  4. Spread on top of the mayonaissed chicken and press lightly
  5. Bake at 425 degrees for 18 to 22 minutes.