GRILLED CHEESE + TOMATO BISQUE SHOOTERS

Outrageous Tomato Bisque Shooters topped with grilled cheese triangles! Perfect for a crowd.

I'm fixated on little nibble starters. As a self-broadcasted tester, a shooter is what might as well be called "would I be able to have a chomp of that?" 


Since we should be genuine, nothing is in the same class as the main chomp.

These shooters are what I am pleased to say is the best tomato bisque I've ever constructed. What's more, it's SO natural. All were talking is onion, shallot, carrot, tomato, and cream. Light cream. Since we get a kick out of the chance to spare a few calories for brownies. 


These shooters are ideal for a group. They can be set aside a few minutes and immediately warmed as your visitors arrive. At that point top with a triangle of flame broiled gooey goodness and you're prepared to party!

They're ideal for the occasions when there are such a variety of dishes around that all you need is one nibble of everything. 

Furthermore, I've deliberately made the formula so you have more remaining. You know, for quite a long time. In spite of the fact that in the event that you aren't a devotee of scraps, you can simply split the formula. However, who am I joking, everybody adores remains. 

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SERVES: 8 SHOOTERS

INGREDIENTS

for the tomato bisque

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ large white onion, chopped fine
• 1 shallot, diced
• 4 carrots, shredded
• 2 pounds Campari Tomatoes
• 1 cup light cream
• salt & pepper to taste

for the grilled cheese

• 4 slices white bread
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 thick slices cheese of choice (I used a sharp cheddar)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, cook the onions and shallots in 1 tablespoon olive oil until translucent. Add in shredded carrots and a pinch of salt, cooking for an addition 3-4 minutes, until the carrots have softened and the onions are golden brown.
2. Roughly chop the tomatoes into cubes, then cook until soft, about 3 more minutes. Pour in the cream and season with salt and pepper. Turn heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 30 minutes.
3. After 30 minutes, transfer the bisque to an electric mixer (be careful, it's hot!) and mix until pureed. Strain the bisque through a fine mesh sieve to remove any lumps. Allow to cool slightly while you grill the cheese.
4. Butter one side of each slice of bread. Don't be stingy-- this will give the bread a gorgeous golden crisp. In a large saucepan over low heat, place each slice butter side down. Top each slice with a slice of cheese, then allow to cook for 5 minutes, or until each slice is golden brown. Assemble two slices together, then remove crusts and cut into triangles.
5. Pour the bisque into 2 ounce shot glasses, then top with triangles of grilled cheese. You will have about a pint of bisque left over-- do with it what you please!!

THE GREEN THUMB SANDWICH

A veggie sandwich bursting at the seams with herbed goat cheese, avocado, alfalfa, and more.

As far as I can recall, sandwiches have been my most loved lunch. They handle all the fundamental sustenance needs-carbs (bread), fat (mayo and cheddar), protein (regularly nectar smoked turkey, for me), and veggies (lettwice and tom toms). 

Also, I'm a beast for chips, and what goes preferred together over a decent turkey and cheddar and a major pack of harsh cream and onion chips? 


In grade school I had a fixation on these immense sub rolls. They must've been a foot long.

I requested that my mother make me one consistently for most of a year. I have a distinctive memory of one specific day in the lounge. I was sitting at a table on the most distant side of the cafeteria with my companions—the table right by eastern Africa on the enormous world guide wall painting. 

I scarfed (like, truly scarfing in light of the fact that lunch was just 20 minutes and it required me the whole investment to eat my football-sized sandwich) down my supper and expeditiously reclining on my seat and going "oof." 

I was so full. Like uncomfortably full, however in the most ideal way when you eat your most loved nourishment and each chomp was absolutely, totally justified, despite all the trouble. 


Right up 'til the present time, you can discover me eating sandwiches each day for lunch. Regardless I accept there is nothing better as a noontime supper.

This sandwich is absolutely uncommon. It begins with an incredible entire grain bread. You slather one side in herbed goat cheddar, then layer on the greens. Avocado, green peppers, horse feed sprouts, and cukes for crunch.

sprinkle of hand crafted green goddess dressing and you're on a par with gold. 

I made 2 of these sandwiches one day and spared the second for one more day. It was generally as great 48 hours after, so anticipate making a couple for the week 🙂 

I'm presently on my 24th hour of being conscious. 

I have been. 

I is? 

Better believe it, I simply hit my divider. 


At any rate, Monique and I are sitting in the Paris air terminal after our overnight flight from Boston. We're bound for Lisbon to begin our 10-day sustenance journey with Windstar Cruises! Make sure to take after along on Instagram and Snapchat: sarahfennell (and, as my grandma apropos called attention to, my name is Sarah "one-L" Fennel. But since sarahfennel was gone up against snapchat (stupid) I wasn't thinking and selected two L's rather than a number like a normal individual).
SERVES: 2 LARGE SANDWICHES

INGREDIENTS

for the yogurt dressing

• 3 tablespoons greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon chopped basil
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

for the sandwiches

• 4 large slices 7-grain (or another whole grain) bread
• 4 ounces herbed goat cheese
• ½ cucumber
• 1 medium green pepper
• ½ cup alfalfa sprouts
• 1 medium avocado

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients. Set aside.
2. Slice cucumber, green pepper, and avocado into strips.
3. Spread half of the herbed goat cheese on one slice of bread. Layer slice with cucumbers, then green peppers, sprouts, a drizzle of the yogurt dressing, and finally avocado. Top with second slice of bread.
4. Repeat with second sandwich.

LATE SUMMER TOMATO + SHRIMP RISOTTO

Risotto is my favorite comfort dish to make. This one includes late summer tomatoes, shrimp, and a healthy dose of parmesan! 

Risotto was the main dish I figured out how to make "as a grown-up." Random, I know, however listen to me. I adore how tasty it is. That it is so natural to make in huge clumps. What's more, how it's so brilliantly filling and adhere to-your-ribs-y.
Spinach and parmesan risotto was really the principal dish I shot for this site. It didn't make it on as a genuine formula, yet I captured it in my loft in New York around my work area as a photograph trial. I wish I could discover the photograph, yet you'll simply need to trust me. 


Right up 'til today, it's one of my most loved dishes to make. What's more, it's ideal for the move amongst summer and fall. Warm and encouraging, yet still crisp and interesting.

This Shrimp Risotto exploits delightful late summer treasure tomatoes, and in addition crisp shrimp and a boatload of parm. Since what's risotto without parm? 

It additionally solidifies truly well. So you can make it on the weekend and have it any night of the week. 

Additionally, I'm concocting new formulas for the fall. What might you all want to see on the old blahg? Tell me in the remarks underneath! 

Love + kisses to all of you.

INGREDIENTS

• ½ cup white wine
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1½ cups arborio rice
• 1 large onion
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup fresh tomatoes, diced
• 16 oz fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup chopped parsley
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• juice of 2 limes
• 1 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Simmer white wine and chicken stock in a small saucepan.
2. Rinse the arborio rice in cold water, then shake to remove excess. Place rice, onion, and olive oil into a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Allow for the onions to become slightly translucent, about 3 minutes.
3. Turn heat to low. Add in ½ cup of the stock at a time, stirring to combine it with the rice. Once it is absorbed, add in another ½ cup of stock. Once broth is used up, add in tomato and shrimp, stirring to cover the shrimp completely. Allow to cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the shrimp is completely cooked through. Add in parsley, parmesan cheese, and juice of 2 limes, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the rice is creamy and al dente.
4. Remove from heat and allow to sit for 10 minutes, during which time the rice will continue to cook. Serve with a healthy dose of parmesan and parsley!