Chef In The News
Eighth Edition, May 2007

Welcome to the eighth edition of “In the Kitchen”.  Spring is everywhere and love is all around!  Life as we know it has begun again, no more scarves and hats and wool sweaters, out come the sandals and the gardening gloves and smell of fresh lilac trees and birds singing outside your window.  It’s the season of rejuvenation and to think about summer parties and wedding season!

Recipe of the Month
Jerk Seasoned Pork Chops with Minted Melon Salsa

Combine all ingredients except pork.  Sprinkle half of mixture on pork in a Ziploc bag and let Rest in fridge for at least 30 minutes.  Place on a heated grill and cook until just slightly pink in the middle, about 7 minutes per side.

Serve with Salsa and Grilled Peppers and BBQ Baked Sweet Potato

Salsa Recipe

1 cup honeydew melon, chopped
1 cup cantaloupe, chopped
1 tbsp. fresh mint, chopped 
1 tbsp. liquid honey

Combine all ingredients, stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.  Remove pork from grill and place salsa on top and enjoy this hot and tasty summer dish.

Extra Bits and Bites:
I can save you time!!  As your summer gets rolling and the kids are out of school, things can get a little hectic and your time may be taken up by doing other fun things.  Such as going to the museum, taking the kids to the beach and watching them play soccer.  With your time taken up doing these family activities, you may not have time for preparing those nutritious meals that you prepared during the winter months when time wasn’t such at a premium.  No fear a freezer full of food prepared by me can save you time and money!

Reminder:
Chef Chez You can also help with your Cottage BBQ’s and camping meals, call for more info!

Food for thought:
Sweet Potatoes are a great source of beta-carotene as well as potassium, folate, vitamin C and fiber.  Colorful, Delicious and Nutritious!

Rehearsal Dinners
Is there a wedding in your family this spring or summer?  Not sure what to do about the rehearsal Dinner?  Let  Chef Chez You take care of all the details from planning the perfect party menu to cleaning up the kitchen after we have served you and your guests in your home.  Whether it be a formal sit-down dinner,  a cocktail party or perhaps a wine tasting to toast the new couple and to the new families. We will help make your rehearsal dinner something to remember. Phone to book your event now.