Easy and fun Cheese sticks!
Your favorite cheese (harder cheeses work better.)
Bread Crumbs (Plain or seasoned experiment a little)
2 eggs beaten (You can leave the yolks out, just add 2 extra eggs.)
Garlic powder
Chili powder
salt and pepper
Oven or toaster oven pre-heated to 375
For this I usually use Mozzarella cheese it had a hardness to it that keeps it from melting as quickly in the oven. Don't be afraid to mix cheeses; they can stick together if you heat them a bit then refridgerate them.
This is going to be a measure by eye kind of thing as some people will cut longer pieces of cheese or coat them with more crumbs.
Pour the bread crumbs and seasoning into a bowl or shallow dish (go easy on the salt and pepper!) Cut the cheese into slices. I usually do 2x1x1 inch blocks but you can do cubes or longer pieces. Dip the cheese into the eggs and straight to the bread crumbs. Get all the sides coated in bread crumbs and set aside for a second coat. After coating all the cheese slices you may need to refridgerate if you're using a soft cheese before you coat again. Give the cheese a second coat and place on a non-stick or oiled baking sheet. (You can also use parchment paper that's been lightly sprayed.)
Bake for 10-15 minutes time will vary greatly depending on the size and softness of cheese. For cream cheese bake only until egg is cooked thoroughly.
If you slice the block of cheese into 1/2 inch thick sheets you can press small cookie cutters into it for fun shapes!
>>Somehing to think about!<<
If you boil something in the water with noodles the noodles will take on a little of that flavor! So if you want to change the taste of your ramen to vegan boil frozen veggies in the water with them!
If you're bored with ramen but don't have much money keep a few things around to help zing up your dish.
*>Frozen Veggies - A must for anyone, because who has the time to go out and get new tomatoes every week, plus storing them is a hassle, and chopping them is right out of the question in a time pinch. And we can all use the extra nutrition right?
*> Keep your favorite spices close - I tend to favor basil and garlic so I keep dried basil and a canister of dried garlic in my cabinet. You can do a lot with a little!
*> Try something new - Don't be afraid to try out new things. Some friends and I discovered that Ranch powder (from your local Wal-Mart) goes pretty well with Ramen. And soysauce can make old dishes seem new.
*> Coupons are your friend - Yes they are! You can throw anything into a pan and have it come out pretty ok. But coupons can give you the things to throw in!
*> When you don't know - ask that chick (or guy) down the hall that always looks like they have something tasty to eat. Maybe they can only cook a few dishes but hey it looks good right?
*> Trade recipes - If you're at school or work and people have cooked something nummy, talk to them. Don't be afraid. Go ahead and ask for the recipe. If they can't remember ask if you could get it tomorrow or next week. I've gotten a few different recipes for my collection this way.
Rice with Chicken and Veggies!
1 c rice
2 c water
2 chicken breasts
1-1 1/2 c veggies
salt
pepper
1 clove garlic
Pour rice then water into a loaf pan. Put veggies and chicken on top. Dice garlic and add. Salt and pepper to taste. Put in the oven at 450 for 20-30 min or until cooked thoroughly.
