There’s a big shaker of Magic Dust next to the salt and pepper in my kitchen. Makes about 2 1/2 cups · 1/2 cup paprika · 1/4 cup kosher salt, finely ground · 1/4 cup sugar · 2 tablespoons mustard powder · 1/4 cup chili powder · 1/4 cup ground cumin · 2 tablespoons ground…
Spice Rub
Ingredients needed: 8 tablespoons paprika 3 tablespoons cayenne 5 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper 6 tablespoons garlic powder 3 tablespoons onion powder 6 tablespoons salt 2 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano 2 1/2 tablespoons dried thyme Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl. Blend well. Can be stored in an airtight container in your spice…
Jeff’s BBQ sauce.
Jeff’s BBQ sauce. Ingredients Sauce 2 1/2 cups ketchup 2/3 cup white vinegar 1/2cup molasses 1/2 cup honey 2 teaspoon liquid smoke 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon cayene powder 1. Combine the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until ingredients are well combined…
Apple Butter
6 pounds Granny Smith or other tart apples, unpeeled, cored, and sliced 2 1/2 cups apple cider 2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar 2 strips of lemon zest, each 2 1/2 inches long 1 tablespoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon salt In a large saucepan cook the apples…
Snapple-type iced tea
It rained yesterday morning, and they say it’s going to rain again on Saturday, but today dawned sunny and bright, and that was excuse enough for me to brew a batch of iced tea. We drink a lot of iced tea around here between April and September. Pitchers and pitchers of it. Black tea with…
butterscotch sauce
MAKES 2 CUPS Cooking butter with sugar causes milk solids to caramelize, giving butterscotch sauce its delicious flavor. 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. light corn syrup 3⁄4 cup granulated sugar 1⁄4 cup light brown sugar 1⁄3 cup heavy cream 1 tsp. dark rum 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1⁄2 tsp. fine salt 1⁄2 tsp. fresh…
SOUR CHERRY VODKA (Vishnyovka)
Ingredients 2 pounds sour cherries, fresh or frozen and defrosted 1 cup sugar 3 cups vodka Instructions Rinse and dry the cherries, no need to pit them, it will all be strained, Place in a large jar with the sugar . Seal the jar and store for 3-5 days. Add the vodka, reseal and shake…
Piri Piri Sauce
3/4 cup olive oil 2 fresh jalapenos, coarsely chopped, stems, seeds and all 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic Combine all of the ingredients except the garlic in a medium, heavy saucepan over high heat. Cook, stirring, for 4 minutes. Add the…
Sweet and Tangy BBQ Sauce
1 cup ketchup 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons molasses 2 tablespoons maple syrup 3 tablespoons vinegar 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Whisk ketchup, Worcestershire, mustard, molasses, maple syrup, vinegar, chili powder, and cayenne in small sauce pan. bake chicken with your favorite dry rub,350 for an hour….
STRAWBERRY TIRAMISU
Prepare this a day ahead so all of the elements can meld and the ladyfingers to soften fully. 1 1/4 cups strawberry preserves 1/3 cup plus 4 tablespoons Cointreau or other orange liqueur 1/3 cup orange juice 1 pound mascarpone cheese, room temperature 1 1/3 cups chilled whipping cream 1/3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla…
Pepper-crusted Maple-glazed Salmon
Pepper-crusted Maple-glazed Salmon 3/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup soy sauce 4 (6-oz) salmon fillets, skin removed) 1/4 cup coarsely ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon peanut (or other vegetable) oil, or a spritz of oil spray DIRECTIONS In a small deep bowl, or a plastic bag, mix maple syrup and soy sauce. Arrange fillets so…
Hawaiian Tart
Ingredients: Crust · 2 x large egg whites · 1/2 cup sugar · 1/2 tsp vanilla extract · 2 cups unsweetened coconut, medium shred Mousse · 1 cup mascarpone cheese · 1/2 cup sugar · 1 tsp lime zest · 3 tbsp lime juice · 1/2 cup mango pulp (about ½ large mango) Garnish ·…
Low Fat Lemon Mousse
Lemon Mousse Graham Wafer Crust 1 1/2 graham cracker crumbs 3 tbsp. margarine, melted 3 tbsp orange juice 2 tbsp sugar Mousse Mixture 12 oz can 2% evaporated milk, chilled for 24 hours 3 oz pkg. lemon jello 1 1/4 c. boiling water 1/2 cup sugar Juice of 2 lemons preheat oven to 350 deg….
Cedar-Planked Salmon on the Grill
1whole salmon fillet, 18 inches long (about 2-1/2 pounds) 1tablespoon lemon zest (zest of 1 lemon) 3sprigs fresh dill, snipped Salt and pepper Lemon wedges Immerse an untreated, 20-inch cedar plank suitable for cooking use in water; soak at least 1 hour or up to 1 day. Place salmon fillet, skin side down, on soaked…
The Very Best Lemon Squares
Lemon Squares They are fabulous! Lemon Squares For the crust 1/2 pound unsalted butter at room temp. 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/8 tsp. salt For the filling 6 extra-large eggs at room temp. 3 cups granulated sugar 2 TBSP. grated lemon zest (about 4 lemons) 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice…
Brisket
Comfort food will never go out of style. While food trends come and go, comfort food is in it for the long haul. I think about comfort food more when the weather is cold or on a rainy day or like today when 25 inches of snow has us indoors. This recipe is excellent, leftovers…
Vanilla Rice Pudding with Dried Cranberries
6 cups 2% milk ¾ cup granulated sugar ¾ cup Arborio Rice (Italian short-grain rice) ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins ¼ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon vanilla In a 4 quart saucepan, add milk and sugar heat to a boil over medium high heat, stirring occasionally. Stir in rice, bring to a boil. Reduce heat…
Citrus Risotto with Garlic Chilli Prawns
Citrus Risotto with Garlic Chilli Prawns Ingredients 6 cups chicken stock 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small brown onion, finely diced 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 3/4 ounces butter 1 1/2 cups arborio rice 1 lemon, finely grated zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly ground black pepper 2 small red chillies 2 garlic cloves 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra 20 green prawns (shrimp), shelled with tails intact,…
Lemon Yogurt Cake
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup plain milk yogurt 1 1/3 cups sugar, divided 3 extra-large eggs 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest (2 lemons) 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice For the glaze: 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 2…
CLASSIC OSSO BUCO
4 pounds (1.8 kg) veal shanks, cut in 1 1/2-inch ( 4 cm) slices 1/4 cup (30 g/1 oz) flour salt and pepper 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 onions, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 1/2 bottle (375 ml) dry white wine a 14.5-ounce (435 g) can plum tomatoes, chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped grated zest of…
Fish with Citrus Sauce
1/2 cup orange marmalade 2 tablespoons bottled white horseradish 3 teaspoons minced garlic 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce 2 tablespoons fresh lime or lemon juice 1/2 cup pineapple juice 2 tablespoons dark rum (optional) 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon salt fresh ground black pepper Six 8 oz boneless, skinless, fillets of…
Greek Garlic Chicken
8 chicken legs (thighs and drumsticks attached; about 5 lb. total) 2/3 cup minced garlic (about 3 heads) 1/2 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 2 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano 2 tablespoons coarse-ground pepper 1 tablespoon salt 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1. Rinse chicken, pat dry, and pull off and discard lumps of fat….
GRILLED JUMBO SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND OREGANO
The citrusy dressing Makes this dish a standout, and there’s plenty extra to be sopped up with rice or crusty bread. Cooking shrimp in their shells keeps them juicy and tender. It all makes for casual finger food that requires plenty of napkins — which is part of the fun. 3 lb jumbo shrimp in…
BEEF TENDERLOIN STEAKS WITH BALSAMIC,PORT-ROSEMARY SAUCE
SAUCE 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 cup minced shallots (about 4 ounces) 1 cup dry red wine 3/4 cup ruby Port 1 cup canned beef broth 1 sprig fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried 3 Tablespoons balsamic Vinegar STEAKS 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 1-inch-thick beef tenderloin steaks (about 6 to 8 ounces each) 3 tablespoons…
Chicken Cacciatore
4 chicken thighs 4 chicken legs 2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste 1/2 cup all purpose flour, for dredging 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 large red bell pepper, chopped 1 onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 3/4 cup dry white wine 1 (…
Bubby Goldie’s Tzimmes (short rib & carrot stew)
No one person can actually put a price on a cherished recipe from your Grandmother. All that one can do with such an unforgettable dish is to share the love that’s in it. With love and care from my Bubby, to you and yours. Enjoy Tzimmes ( short rib and carrots ) 2 lbs short…
Lemon Pudding Cake
Lemon Curd 1 1/2 cups sugar 4 teaspoons cornstarch 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups water 3/4 cup lemon juice 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened Batter 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 pinch salt 2 eggs, separated 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/4 cup canola oil Grated zest of…
OATMEAL COCONUT RASPBERRY BARS
1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats 3/4 cup seedless raspberry jam Preheat oven to 375°F. Spread 3/4 cup coconut evenly on…
BEST BROWNIE RECIPE
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…
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…
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