(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…
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…
ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH, RED GRAPES, AND SAGE
An inventive new take on a classic fall side. 1 2 1/4-pound butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces 1 1/2 cups seedless red grapes (about 8 ounces) 1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh sage leaves 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter,…
Toasted Israeli Couscous with Roasted Vegetables
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 green zucchini, bite size pieces 2 yellow zucchini, bite size pieces 6 spears asparagus, trimmed 12 cherry tomatoes 1 red bell pepper, bite size pieces 1 yellow bell pepper, bite size 1/4…
SOUR CHERRY CRISP
“A cherry crisp using sour pie cherries that has an oatmeal crunch topping. This is delicious warm from the oven with ice cream. Fresh, frozen, or canned cherries may be used.” INGREDIENTS: · 4 cups pitted sour cherries · 1 1/2 cups white sugar · 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour · · 1 1/2 cups all-purpose…
MUSHROOM BARLEY RISOTTO
Barley replaces rice in this twist on the classic Italian risotto. 4 1/2 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth 2 teaspoons butter 1 cup finely chopped onion 1 cup pearl barley 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme or 3/4 teaspoon dried 1 bay leaf 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 pound assorted fresh mushrooms (such…
BELL PEPPER AND RICE PILAF
4 tablespoons) butter 1 large red onion, chopped 1 large red bell pepper, seeded, chopped 1 large yellow bell pepper, seeded, chopped 2 cups long-grain white rice 4 cups canned low-salt chicken broth 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 cup toasted pecans. Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell…
Roasted Garlic Bulbs
My daughter is about as crazy about garlic as Walt is. More so than I, these 2 will eat it straight up! They crave it? Be careful when you bite into a pizza they have ordered too… OH man is it garlic’d up! Roasted garlic makes a very tasty spread for crusty bread. It is…
ORANGE POPPY-SEED CAKE WITH BERRIES AND CREME FRAICHE
For the cake 1 1/2 cups flour 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 1/4 cup poppy seeds 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened 1 1/4 cups sugar 2 teaspoons freshly grated orange zest 4 large eggs, separated 2/3 cup sour cream 2 teaspoons vanilla 1/4 teaspoon cream…
Jeff’s Favorite Apple Cake
Jeff’s Favorite Apple Cake 4 eggs 2 cups sugar 2 tsp vanilla 1 cup oil 6 tbsp water or orange juice 3 cups flour 4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 8-10 apples pared and sliced thin 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 cup icing sugar, if desired. (I dont) Beat eggs, sugar,…
Spinach-and-Sausage-Stuffed Peppers
“I may never use ground meat in my peppers again,” Smaller Italian frying peppers are much easier to brown in a skillet than the typical green bell peppers, and they also cook faster. 1. One 5-ounce bag baby spinach 2. 2 slices of white sandwich bread, finely chopped ( I used whole wheat) 3. 1/4…
Hot Pepper Jelly
Hot Pepper Jelly 3 large red bell peppers 1 large green bell peppers 6 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups cider vinegar 2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes 9 ounces liquid pectin Cut the bell peppers into 1-inch pieces and in a food processor chop them vety fine. Transfer the chopped peppers to a…
SOUR CREAM BRAN MUFFINS
This is the Rolls-Royce of bran muffin recipes. 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened 1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1 large egg, beaten lightly 1 cup sour cream 1/4 cup dark molasses 1/2 cup raisins 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup bran cereal In a…
Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake
Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake Ingredients 19 oz pkg, chocolate cake mix 1pkg (4 serving size) instant chocolate pudding 1 cup sour cream or plain yogurt 3 eggs 1/2 cup veg oil 1/2 cup cold water 6 oz pkg chocolate chips Procedure In your Processor steel knife, combine all ingredients except chocolate chips, process for 2…
Morning Glory Muffins
Makes 18 muffins Bake: 18 minutes Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped (1-1/3 cups) 1-1/4 cups finely shredded carrots 1/2 cup raisins 1 8-ounce can crushed pineapple (juice pack), undrained 2/3 cup cooking…
Best Coffee Cake
SOUR CREAM-ORANGE COFFEE CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE-PECAN STREUSEL streusel here is both a filling and a topping — for twice the crunch and flavor. Streusel 1 cup (packed) golden brown sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) chilled salted butter, diced 1 cups coarsely chopped pecans 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Cake 3 cups…
Lemon Layer Cake
LEMON LAYER CAKE WITH LEMON CURD AND MASCARPONE You’ll need a pastry bag fitted with a 1/4-inch star tip to create the decorative rosettes. Lemon curd 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice 3 large eggs 3 large egg yolks 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes Cake 6 large…
Monica’s Cheesecake.
34 graham wafers(make into crumbs-about 4 cups) 1/4 lb. butter, melted Mix butter together with crumbs and press 2/3 of the mixture into the bottom of a 9 or 10 inch springform pan. 2 large pkgs. cream cheese 3 eggs 1 c. sugar Mix together until smooth and pour over graham crust. Bake for approximately…
Frozen Raspberry Layer Cake
Frozen Raspberry Layer Cake 2 10 3/4-ounce frozen pound cakes, crusts removed, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick slices 3 cups vanilla ice cream, slightly softened 4 cups raspberry sorbet, slightly softened 1 pint fresh raspberries, rinsed and picked over 3 tablespoons Chambord or other raspberry-flavored liqueur DIRECTIONS: 1. Prepare the pan: Trace and cut out a 9-inch…
Blueberry Lemon Crumble Cake
Blueberry Lemon Crumble Cake CAKE 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 teasoons lemon juice 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups fresh blueberries 1 1/2 cups sour cream STREUSEL TOPPING 1/4 cup white sugar 1/4…
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