Making Meals Monday

This week I have only two meals to add, and if we get to those, it will be a miracle. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday - we won't be eating at home as a family due to committments, meetings, appointments, etc. So! Here are the two things I hope to fit in on Friday and Sunday this week.

Grilled Shrimp Scampi

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced garlic
ground black pepper to taste
crushed red pepper flakes to taste (optional)
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions:

1. In a large, non-reactive bowl, stir together the olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, and black pepper. Season with crushed red pepper, if desired. Add shrimp, and toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minuts.

2. Preheat grill for high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. Discard any remaining marinade.

3. Lightly oil grill grate. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until opaque.

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Asian Beef with Snow Peas

3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger roots
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 pound beef round steak, cut into thin strips
8 ounces snow peas

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice wine, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Set aside

2. Heat oil in a wok or skillet over medium high heat. Stir-fry ginger and garlic for 30 seconds. Add the steak and stir-fry for 2 minutes or until evenly browned. Add the snow peas and stir-fry for an additional 3 minutes. Add the soy sauce mixture, bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Lower heat and simmer until the sauce is thick and smooth. Serve immediately.

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See you tomorrow! Finley has an eye appointment, so I will have an update.