March 19, 2015

Jamacian grilled chicken wings recipe

I love trying out new recipes and when I came across this recipe I could not resist! So simple and easy to do. Can be baked or grilled! For more on this recipe and others check out www.bahamabreeze.com ENJOY!!!!

Chicken Wings

Chicken Wings

APPETIZERS, SIDES, SOUPS & SALADS
JAMACIAN GRILLED CHICKEN WINGS
Serves: 6

INGREDIENTS:
Jerk marinade (your favorite) 3 cups
Garlic, chopped 3 Tbsp
Thyme, fresh chopped 1 Tbsp
Allspice, ground 1 tsp
Water 1 cup
Scallions, sliced 1/8″ 4 Tbsp
Chicken Wings whole, thawed 5 pounds
Jerk Seasoning Dry* as needed

MARINATING PROCEDURE
Add the jerk marinade, garlic, thyme, allspice, water, and scallions in a large bowl and mix well using a whip to evenly combine the ingredients. Add the chicken wings to the marinade, cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator on the bottom shelf.
Tips
##Make sure the chicken wings are fully thawed this helps the chicken to fully absorb the marinade.
##Marinate the chicken wings for 18 to 24 hours before cooking. The longer the marinating time, the more flavorful the wings will become.

COOKING PROCEDURE
After marinating is complete, remove the wings from the marinade and place in a clean bowl. Lightly season the wings with the dry jerk seasoning and lay on a sheet pan with the wing tips face down. Bake the wings at 350ºF for 20 – 25 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove from the oven and place in the refrigerator to chill to 40ºF.

Tips
Make sure the wings are drained well after being removed from the marinade or the seasoning will not fully adhere to the wings.
The wings are cooked with the wing tips face down, to allow more even cooking and removal of excess fat from the chicken skin.
By pre-cooking the wings this prevents flare-ups on the grill during the final grilling procedure

GRILLING PROCEDURE
Heat your gas or charcoal grill to medium heat. Place the chilled wings on the grill and grill for 2 ½ – 3 minutes on each side. The skin of the wings should develop a crisp texture and a mahogany like color. Make sure the wings are fully heated to 165ºF.

Tips
Wings can also be placed on the grill directly from the oven to express the cooking process.
Allspice or pimento leaves can be placed on the grill during the grilling process to give the wings a light smoked flavor.

Serve hot with your favorite beverage. (recipe & picture courtesy of Bahamabreeze.com)

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February 1, 2015

Eating habits to promote hair growth

Continuous washing, styling and coloring can wreak havoc on the hair. To encourage optimal hair health, focus on a diet rich in essential vitamins, minerals, proteins and beneficial fats.

Model

Model

As an established leader in hair growth, HairMax provides a list of super foods known to strengthen, from the inside out:

Protein:

Chicken

Chicken

Hair is comprised of about 97% protein, a critical building block of the body. Without it, the body can’t replace the hairs that you naturally shed.

Prevent unnecessary hair loss by reaching for soy, poultry and lean cuts of beef.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids:

Salmon

Salmon

The hair shaft consists of 2-3% of omega-3s, which are also found in the scalp’s cells and sebum, known to hydrate the scalp and hair.

Since the body doesn’t produce its own omega-3s, ensure silky strands by consuming walnuts, salmon, sardines, trout, mackerel, avocado and pumpkin seeds.

Zinc:

nuts

nuts

Support the glands attached to your hair follicles with zinc, a mineral whose absence causes hair to weaken and fall out. Zinc also promotes balanced hormone levels, which is directly linked to hair health.

To strengthen those tresses, opt for oysters, whole-grain breads, nuts, beef, eggs and shrimp.

Iron:

Greens

Greens

Vital for the production of hemoglobin, which is responsible for oxygen transport through blood, iron is necessary to ensure healthy blood flow to stimulate hair growth.

To encourage hair growth, reach for raisins, dried cherries, eggs, kale, dates and whole-grain cereals.

Don’t have time to eat right? Sometimes our body needs that little extra help to get the essential nourishment needed for healthy hair growth. Reach the daily nutritional goals not fulfilled through diet alone with HairMax’ Dietary Supplements. The nutrient-rich formulas are specifically designed with androgen blockers and powerful antioxidants to support scalp health and promote hair growth. See more at www.hairmax.com

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December 16, 2014

Fun Interview with Elizabeth Morrell

As you know by now, my friend Elizabeth Morrell is a health and fitness powerhouse! So, it was a real honor and lots of fun being on her Ms. Fit One TV Show this morning. Not only did we discuss a few of my best tips for great skin, but I also got to sample an amazing salad she created in her healthy cooking segment….yum! Be sure to visit her website in the upcoming weeks to catch my episode!

 

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December 11, 2014

Hostess with the Mostess on IndyStyle

Today, on IndyStyle Wish TV, I presented :

Hostess with the Mostess
Entertaining Party Perfect Products

Julee Ireland on IndyStyle

Julee Ireland on IndyStyle

Watch the segment here: http://wishtv.com/2014/12/11/entertaining-party-perfect-products/

As a designer and all around DIY gal I love to get creative when it comes to entertaining and setting the perfect scene for my next party. I had a great time today on IndyStyle Wish TV sharing some really innovative party products that are sure to help simplify and add delightful conversation to your next party! Remember, get creative and have fun planning your perfect party. I’d love to hear your thoughts and feedback as well as any of your own creative party tips or tricks. Please feel free to share them with me and everyone at It’s a Glam Thing.

Tilt twin Chilling Spheres – includes 2 gel-filled stainless steel chilling spheres, metal stirrers/hooks, & bases.

www.soireehome.com

Price: $34.99

Tilt’s chilling spheres don’t melt like an ice cube so your favorite beverages are preserved and never diluted!

It stays cold for about 45 minutes/ lasts longer than ice cubes.

Made with 100% stainless steel filled with medical grade non-toxic gel.

Simply store Tilt chilling spheres in your freezer for 2 to 3 hours.

Comes with stainless steel stirrer and retrieval hook that can be as an appetizer or cocktail accompaniment stick.

The Tilt is not just for cocktails, beverages and wine it’s also great for punch bowls, cold soups, dips or iced tea and coffee.

The Go Plate

www.amazon.com

Price $18.99 for a set of 10

Load your Go Plate up with your favorite food or appetizers, place it on top of your beverage and take both with you as you mix and mingle at the party.

The Go Plate has a center hole that fits most bottles, cans and plastic cups.

To take a sip of your beverage simply lift off The Go Plate, enjoy your beverage, and then place The Go Plate back on top of your beverage container to continue eating with your free hand.

The Go Plate is available in 7 basic colors

The Go Plate is Reusable; Hand Washable and made of recycled BPA free plastic.

Di Potter Wine and Champagne Shades with accessories

www.thepapertable.comm

Price $22.99 for a set of 6

Create a custom chic look for any party or event with Di Potter translucent Wine and Champagne shades.

Over 32 different fabulous themes and patterns available in a variety of trending color combinations.

Made of paper and easy to assemble.

Reusable and Made in the USA

.Made for use with any traditional Wine or Champagne glass and a flameless candle.

Di Potter also makes beautiful paper candle bands, placemats and charger plates to further enhance your table scape.

Simple, Affordable and Unique making you the hostess who is sure to be the talk of the town.

Moda Flame Ethanol Fireplaces:

www.ethanolfireplaces.comm

Price ranges from $59 and up

The Moda Flame Fireplace comes in 21 different Sophisticated and Elegant designs. So there’s something to fit everyone’s personal style.

It’s completely Ventless so you don’t need a chimney, gas or electrical hook up.

It runs on clean, eco friendly bio-ethanol fuel

It Burns smokeless, odorless, non-toxic, non-polluting without soot or ash to clean up making it maintenance free.

Produces Real Flames that adding warmth and ambiance to any atmosphere.

It can be used on a table or on the floor and it’s safe to use inside or outdoors.

My DIY under $10= Glitter and Glam Champagne, Wine or Beverage Bottles

It’s as easy as spray adhesive and glitter!

Step 1: Apply spray adhesive suitable for glass to your bottle

Step 2: Sprinkle Glitter on the bottles in your desired color, colors or pattern

Step 3: Prepare to Wow your guests!

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