Whisk Witchery

This week “simplicity” is the key word. So, let’s say it’s the weekend; your emergency ramen supply has actually run out, and you are in the mood for something a bit more filling than a sandwich. A strange feeling of ambition fills you and you decide that you want to cook, but one problem- you are severely lacking in the cooking utensil department. But never fear, simplicity is here! This week I have decided to introduce the Rose community to the wonderful world of tinfoil packets! This handy little trick means no large cooking dishes need to be washed, because you quite literally throw away everything you used.

Just about any type of meal can be cooked in a packet and they can be used in a conventional oven or even on a grill (for those of you considering the possibility of grilling in the current weather, I urge you to seek medical attention immediately). Now that we know how we are going to cook the food, I should probably reveal this week’s delectable recipe; it’s a home-style favorite and sure to please even the pickiest eater. You could even pair it with some rice, or box potatoes, and make an extra nice meal to enjoy. So go ahead and give it a try!

Home Style Chicken Packets

Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients/Supplies:

• 4 sheets (12x18-inches each) Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil (if it’s not you will have a very large mess to clean up)
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
• 2 medium carrots, cut in strips
• 2 cups mushroom slices
• 2 medium zucchini, sliced
• 2 tablespoons margarine
• Dijon mustard, Paprika, Dried Basil

Directions:

Preheat oven to 450°F or preheat grill to medium-high.

Center one chicken breast half on each sheet of Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil. Spread mustard over chicken; sprinkle with basil and paprika. Top with vegetables; dot with margarine.

Bring up foil sides. Double fold top and ends to seal packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside. Repeat to make four packets.

Bake 20 to 24 minutes in oven or grill 14 to 16 minutes in covered grill.