TRIPLE-CHOCOLATE FUDGE BROWNIES 6 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 4 large eggs 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips In a metal bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water…
Month: March 2011
Roasted Balsamic-Glazed Chicken
This chicken gets very dark when roasting. If you’re concerned about burning, tent with foil, however be sure to remove it for the last 15 minutes of cooking. 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons herbes de Provence 1 medium lemon, juiced…
Almond Cookies
For soft and chewy cookies, bake these just a couple of minutes less than the recipe directs. 3 cups slivered almonds, toasted 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar 3 large egg whites 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature 3/4 cup sugar…
Roasted Vegetable Meatloaf
INGREDIENTS 3 small zucchini, diced3 red bell peppers, diced1 medium-size red onions, diced2 tablespoons olive oil 2 or 3 pounds ground minced beef or if you prefer a mix of pork and veal.1 cup panko* (Japanese breadcrumbs)1 teasp basil1/2 teasp oregano 1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper1 cup…
Italian Meatloaf
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 red pepper, seeded, small diced 1 onion, diced 2 teaspoons (about 3 cloves) chopped garlic 1 pound ground beef 2 eggs 3/4 cup bread crumbs 1 cup grated Parmesan 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons chopped basil leaves 1 tablespoon chopped parsley leaves 1 teaspoon…
SPICY CHIPOTLE GRILLED CHICKEN
There’s depth, subtlety, and just the right amount of heat here. Start preparing this dish one day ahead since the chicken needs to marinate overnight. 1/4 cup canned chipotle chiles in adobo* 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 garlic cloves, pressed 1/2 onion, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground…
CRANBERRY AMARETTO ALMOND BARS
FANTASTIC CRANBERRY AMARETTO ALMOND BARS Yield:32 These pretty bars are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The mixture of cranberries, amaretto and almonds are like good old friends sitting right on your palate. These babies will be gone from the sweet plate in no time. 2 sticks or 1 cup unsalted butter 1 cup…
Pan Seared Beef Tenderloin with Wild Mushroom and Shallot Sa
Tried this last evening. It was simple, quick, & delicious, but I gotta tell ya, I was standing there stirring the sauce, said after finger tasting, this needs somepin….. glass of pinot noir in hand, ( ran outa chard) and said hmmmmm….. dumped glass in it,, voila! burnt off and left a heavenly smell and…
Double Chocolate Cookies
Yield: 24 cookies · 12 ounce(s) Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips · 11 1/2 ounce(s) 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Chips · 1/3 cup(s) all-purpose flour · 1/2 teaspoon(s) baking powder · 1 cup(s) chopped walnuts · 3 eggs · 1 cup(s) sugar · 6 tablespoon(s) unsalted butter · Directions In double boiler over hot water, melt bittersweet…
Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies
Yield: about 16 4-inch or fifty 2 ½-inch cookies Position a rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease cookie sheets or cover with parchment paper or greased aluminum foil. Beat on medium speed until very fluffy and well blended: 14 tablespoons (1 3/4 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 2 cups…
Chocolate Espresso Bars
Instant espresso powder offers the most practical way to impart a good, rich coffee flavor to cookies, candies and cakes. Sold in well-stocked food markets and specialty coffee stores, the fine powder dissolves quickly in hot liquid, producing a bolder, more concentrated taste than regular instant coffee. This intense flavor comes with a solid dose…
Oatmeal Cookies
· 2/3 cup unsalted butter, room temperature · 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed · 1 egg · 1 tbsp vanilla · 1 tbsp fancy molasses · 1 cup all purpose flour · 1/2 tsp baking powder · 1/2 tsp salt · 1/2 tsp baking soda · 1/2 tsp cinnamon · 1 1/2 cup oats…
Raspberry Bars
Prep and Cook Time: about 1 hour. 1 1/4 cups rolled oats 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup sweetened flaked dried coconut 1/4 cup plus 2/3 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup (3/8 lb.) butter, melted 3/4 cup raspberry jam 3 large egg whites 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1. In a bowl,…
Sweet and Spicy Asian Drumsticks
This was a huge hit last night, 5/5 forks. I served white rice, perfect for this sauce. Took a bit longer then 20 min for the sauce to reduce. Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, 2 cups orange juice 1 cup pineapple juice 2 tablespoons orange zest 2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons minced ginger 2 tablespoons…
Peanutbutter Brownies
Brownies 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter 7 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 large eggs 1 cup all purpose flour 1 cup roasted salted peanuts, coarsely chopped Frosting and ganache 1 cup chunky peanut butter…
Starbucks Black Bottom Cupcakes
Makes: 36 Ready In: Under 60 minutes Ingredients: ***Filling:*** 8 ounces cream cheese, room temp 1/3 cup sugar 1 large egg dash salt 1 small bag milk chocolate chips ***Cake Batter:*** 2/3 cup cocoa 3 cups flour 2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups water 2/3 cup oil 2 tablespoons…
Mashed Potatoes and Sheppard’s Pie
This is the best Sheppard’s Pie we ever had, 5 out of 5 forks from this house, we dont love Sheppards Pie made from minced meat, this one is with stewing beef, took awhile to make but so worth it. Yield: 4 Ingredients: For the Meat Base 2 pounds fresh stewing meat 2 cups diced…
Outrageous Oreo Crunch Brownies
(Adapted from Ina Garten) 1 pound unsalted butter 1 pound semisweet chocolate, chopped 6 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped 7 large eggs 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder 2 tablespoons vanilla 2 1/4 cups sugar 1 cup plus 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 4 cups chopped Oreo cookies about 50 cookies…
Chicken Cacciatore
2-3 tablespoons olive oil One 3lb chicken cut into eighths Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 lb mushrooms, quartered 1 large red onion, halved and thinly sliced 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced (julienned) 1 jalapeno chile, finely diced 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced ¼ teaspoon red chile flakes ½ cup dry red…
Oatmeal-Almond Crisps
Makes 20; Prep time: 25 minutes; Total time: 1 hour 1/3 cup packed light-brown sugar 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted 1 large egg 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (not quick-cooking) 1/2 cup sliced almonds Nonstick cooking spray 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. 2. In a large bowl, whisk…
Honey Mustard Chicken
A sticky sweet-and-spicy honey glaze Two 4-pound chickens, each cut into 8 pieces 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt 1 cup honey 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper directions Preheat the oven to 400°. On 2 large rimmed baking sheets, toss the chicken and olive oil; season with salt. Roast until…
Raspberry Cheesecake Biscotti
tastes like cheesecake in a crisp cookie stick. Cream Cheese Layer: 1 cup cream cheese 1 egg 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Biscotti Dough: 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter or oil 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 3 eggs 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon finelygrated lemon peel…
Beef with Peppers and Black Bean Sauce
Serves 6 Marinade: 1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon ginger juice mixed with 2 teaspoons Shao-Hsing wine, or sherry 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon white pepper 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 1/4 pounds filet mignon, 1 inch thick, cut across the…
Espresso Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies
2 1/4 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon of instant espresso powder (made for baking) Wisk all these dry ingredients together. Put aside In a food processor pulverize 2/3 cups of pecans Mix in with the dry ingredients Then: 1cup of butter beat until smooth add 3/4 white sugar 3/4…
Chocolate Chunk Cookies ( Everyones Favorite)
Chocolate Chunk Cookies INGREDIENTS: 2 eggs 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup shortening 1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup pecans 1/2 teaspoon water 2 cups sifted flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup BitterSweet Chocolate Chips 1cup oatmeal Cream eggs, sugars, butter and shortening. Add water and vanilla Add flour, soda and salt. Mix BitterSweet Chocolate Chips
salmon with soy-maple and wasabi
Makes 4 servings. For salmon 1/2 cup (Japanese sweet rice wine) 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/4 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned) 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger 4 (6-oz) pieces salmon fillet For sauces 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/4 cup honey ( I used maple) didnt have honey 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 2…
Roast Sticky Chicken-Rotisserie Style
“Ever wish you could get that restaurant style rotisserie chicken at home? Well, with minimal preparation and about 5 hours cooking time (great for the weekends!) you can! These chickens are rubbed with a spice mixture, and slow roasted in the oven for 5 hours.” INGREDIENTS: 4 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon onion…
Berry Brownie Wedgies
Cream Cheese Filling: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature 1/2 cup berry preserves (blueberry, Raspberry, or strawberry are favorites) 1 tablespoon unbleached, all-purpose flour large egg, lightly beaten Brownie Base: 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 3/4 cup, all-purpose flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4…
Chocolate Oat Bars
I just made these..I wanted something quick I will tell you how they are… Time to make 2¼ hours 15 min prep 3/4 cup butter 3 cups quick oats 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 cup chocolate chips 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1. Grease 9″ square baking pan. 2. Melt butter in…
Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookies
Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookies 1 cup white sugar, 1 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 1/2 cups chunky peanut butter (not the sugar free kind), 4 1/2 cups rolled oats (can do all old fashioned or do half old fashioned and half instant depending on your texture preferences), 2 tsp. vanilla extract, 3…
Chocolate Pecan Biscotti
1 cup unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup cocoa 1 1/2 cups sugar 4 eggs 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 4 cups all-purpose flour, or more 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 16 oz bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup, pecan nuts (unsalted),chopped Preheat oven to 350 F. Line…
Nuts About Biscotti/Mandelbrot
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoon baking powder Pinch of salt 3 large eggs 1cup sugar 2 teasp, vanilla 1/2 teasp almond extract Grated rind [zest]of 1/2 lemon 1 cup coarsely chopped almonds lightly toasted 3/4 cup chopped hazelnuts,pecans or walnuts 3/4 cup pine nuts toasted place all nuts on tin foil in oven…
lamb souvlaki with yogurt-garlic sauce
Makes 4 servings. 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp chopped fresh garlic 1 1/2 tsp oregano 3/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 3/8 tsp kosher salt 3/4 lb lamb, cut from the leg into 12 equal-sized cubes 2 yellow bell peppers, cored and cut into 1-inch strips 1 red onion, cut into 8 pieces…
Almond Apple Bars
Crust ingredients: 1 1/4 cup all purpose flour 1/4 tsp salt 3 ounces cream cheese, softened at room temp. 2 ounces (4 tbsp) unsalted butter, softened at room temp. 1/4 tsp pure almond extract 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1/3 cup almonds, finely chopped Topping ingredients:…
Foolproof Grilled Chicken with Mediterranean vinaigrette
For the very best results, we brine the chicken before it goes on the grill; sear it over the flames; finish cooking it on the other side of the grill; then toss it in a robust vinaigrette when it’s done. 4 cups cold water 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablesdpoons kosher salt 8 chicken legs an…
Chocolate Marble Chunk Cookies
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 3/4 cup granulated sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 large eggs 1/4 cup unsweetened alkalized (Dutch-processed) cocoa powder, sifted 12 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate chips 1 1/2 cups…
Shish Taouk Lebanese Grilled Chicken
One of the most popularly known Lebanese street foods would have to be shish taouk (also spelled shish tawook, shish ta’uque, etc). Generously seasoned chicken with garlic and lemon, skewered and perfectly chargrilled. for this recipe I used boneless skinless chicken thighs marinated in yogurt, lemon juice, and spices before being skewered with onions and…
Dried Fruit Cookies
about 5 dozen small cookies • 1/2 pound dried figs • 1/4 pound raisins • 2 ounces dried cranberries, coarsely chopped • 2 ounces dried apricots, coarsely chopped • 1 tablespoon honey • 2 tablespoons dry sherry ( cherry brandy worked great ) • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice • 6 ounces chopped pecans…
Beef Stew / Shepards Pie
2 tablespoons olive oil 1 sweet onion, diced finely 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/2 cups dry white wine 1 (28-ounce) can chopped tomatoes 1 1/2 tablespoons honey 2 pounds stewing beef, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes 1 teaspoons dried basil 1 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon black pepper To taste red…
Pasta & Chicken risotto style
Would you like to put a BAM in your otherwise bland pasta? You never tasted your pasta until you cook it without water! It becomes creamy and rich without added calories of cream. Its a bit time consuming given the fact that you babysit it while it cooks, but well worth the effort. The kids…
Honey-Barbequed Fish – Chinese style
• 1/4 c. honey • 1/4 c. thin sliced green onion • 2 tbsp. lime juice • 2 tbsp. soy sauce • 2 tbsp. hoisin sauce • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1/2 – 1 teaspoon chili sauce • 1 tsp. minced fresh gingerroot • 4 4-oz swordfish steaks or other firm white fish (…
Chicken with Forty Cloves of Garlic
Ingredients • 3 whole heads garlic, about 40 cloves • 2 chickens, cut into eighths • Kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter • 2 tablespoons good olive oil • 1 1/2 cups dry white wine • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves or 1 teaspoon dried • 2 tablespoons all-purpose…
Sesame Salmon
This recipe is extremely simple using minimal ingredients. The saki creates an aromatic sauce that you can’t get enough of when poured over your perfectly seared salmon. Serve with white rice for a great side. 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp fresh minced ginger 2 Tbsp brown sugar 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 1/2…
Dry Rub For Grilled Beer Can Chicken
Ingredients ________________________________________ • 1 Tbsp. dark brown sugar • 1-1/2 tsp. granulated sugar • 1-1/2 tsp. garlic powder • 1-1/2 tsp. salt • 3/4 tsp. pepper • 3/4 tsp. smoked paprika • 1/2 tsp. dry mustard • 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper • 1/4 tsp dried thyme • 1 (4 or 5 lb) whole chicken •…
BBQ RED PEPPERS
BBQ RED PEPPERS 3 doz, red peppers, (only red, I tried with all others and not as good) mix into 1 gallon jar the following and add more honey to your taste. 3 cups vinegar 1 cup water 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup corn syrup 1 tesp. salt 1/4 cup veg. oil…
Vegetarian Bulgur Chili
Vegetarian Bulgur Chili (You won’t believe there is no meat in this delicious chili. Don’t be deterred by the long list of ingredients. Most of them are herbs and spices) 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil 1 or 2 onions, chopped ( I use 1, if you love onion use 2 ) 2 green &…
MUSHROOM RISOTTO
MUSHROOM RISOTTO 5 cups canned low-salt chicken broth 1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 1/2 cups finely chopped onions 12 ounces white button mushrooms, finely chopped 2 large garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme 1 tablespoon minced fresh marjoram 1 1/2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice…
Graham Wafer Crust
18 single graham wafers (about 1 1/2 cup crumbs) 6 tablespoons butter or margarine 3 tablespoons white or brown sugar break wafers into chunks, Use a food processor, the steel blade until coarse crumbs are formed. Add butter or margarine, and sugar process a few seconds longer, until blended. Put into the bottom and up…
MY FAVORITE LEMON RISOTTO
MY FAVORITE LEMON RISOTTO Lemon juice and peel offer a double punch of flavor in this delicious dish. Serve the risotto Italian-style as a first course, or American-style as a main course. 6 cups canned low-salt chicken broth 3 1/2 tablespoons butter 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 2 large shallots, chopped 2 cups arborio rice…
Cauliflower Cheese Pie
This cauliflower cheese pie is made with a delicious potato crust. Makes 4 servings. ——————————————————————————– 2 cups shredded potatoes 1/4 cup grated onion 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced salt and pepper to taste 1/2…
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