Welcome to week 134 of Mmm Mondays, where we turn Monday woes into Monday whoas!
Header image for week 134 by Gabriel Pompeo:
Last Week’s Links
Last week had 4 delicious links.
Barefoot began our week with Sadistic Kisses. The image will capture your attention, but the joy of being reconnected will speak to your soul.
Then Charmer shared a sneak peek in Greenery. Is that a snake in the bushes?
Next, Kristan X gave us a rare glimpse from a sadists point of view in Expressions of Pain. A beautifully told short story, where emotion highlights every word.
And because she’s amazing, Barefoot, topped us off with Ten things I am Not. I’m really intrigued by this idea and challenge you to define 10 things you are not too.
Read all these Mmms and more here.
Mmm Makers
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Week 134 Recommended Reading
Mmm’s on Medium
This week has seen some lovely tales from Marsha Adams, May More and Posy Churchgate. Check those stories out here. Only available on Medium.
Book of the Month
I have finished, and while I was close to figuring out the ending, there is a twist. Enjoy!
Week 134 Recipe
Creamy Chicken & Corn Skillet
Ingredients
- 4 oz. bacon chopped into small pieces
- 2 ears corn husked, kernels removed (about 2 c.), divided
- 1 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2), halved lengthwise
- 1 1/4 tsp. ground coriander
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1 3/4 tsp. kosher salt divided
- 1 tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1 shallot chopped
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 1/2 c. dry white wine
- 1/2 c. heavy cream
- 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 oz. mascarpone cheese
- 1 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro or basil
- Lime wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large, cold skillet, arrange bacon in a single layer. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until some fat starts to render, 6 to 7 minutes. Add half of corn to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until corn starts to brown and bacon is crisp, about 10 minutes more. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate or bowl.
- Season chicken all over with coriander, paprika, pepper, and 1 1/4 teaspoons salt. In same skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to another plate.
- In same skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add shallot and remaining corn and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until shallot is slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add wine and scrape browned bits from bottom of pan. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until wine is almost completely evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes. Add cream, broth, and mascarpone. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce has thickened, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Return chicken and any accumulated juices to pan. Top with bacon mixture and cilantro. Squeeze a lime wedge over before serving.
Notes
This Week’s Links
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