November 2008
25 posts
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Fresh Green Beans with Garlic
20 min | 5 min prep SERVES 4 1 lb fresh green beans 2 teaspoons butter or olive oil 1 small onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or oregano (or 1/2 tsp dried) salt cayenne pepper hazelnuts (or your favourite) Trim beans, boil for 4 or 5 minutes until tender crisp- Drain In a cast iron fry pan or saucepan, melt...
Nov 20th
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Aloo Matar Ka Pulao ( Indian Rice With Potatoes...
Found the recipe on an Indian cooking website & believe it to be the same dish that my friend Raksha used to make for me. by SusieQusie 1¾ hours | 15 min prep SERVES 4 -6 2 cups basmati rice (or long grain rice) 2 cups water 2 tablespoons butter (or ghee) 1 tablespoon cumin seed 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 1 cup shelled green...
Nov 20th
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Coriander Lemon Chicken
A mild Indian dish with lots of flavor, the original recipe from Madhur Jaffrey calls for chicken parts, if you use those buy a bit more chicken and adjust the cooking time. Found this recipe about 20 years ago and it has become one of our favorites. by Pets’R’us 1 hour | 30 min prep SERVES 6 2 lbs skinless chicken breasts or skinless chicken...
Nov 20th
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Green Beans from a Can That Don't Taste Like It!
As fast as you can heat a can of veggies you can have this special side ready to serve! I hate canned green beans yet this is one veggie my dd will eat without complaint. This forced me to find a way to make us both happy. Hope you enjoy this one! by mama’s kitchen 5 min | 5 min prep SERVES 4 1 (15 ounce) can green beans 1 teaspoon butter or ...
Nov 20th
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Rosemary Potatoes - Microwave Recipe
Nummy, Nummy!! Good with steak or anything else. from Cooking Light. by Derf 21 min | 5 min prep SERVES 4 1 tablespoon butter 2 cloves garlic, smashed 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/2 lbs red potatoes, quartered,about 4 cups Place the butter and garlic in an 8 inch square baking dish. ...
Nov 20th
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Stove-top Scalloped Potatoes
Great any time, particularly good on a campout on the camp stove, we have even done over an open fire, in a cast iron pot, a little ash never hurt. by Derf 1¼ hours | 10 min prep SERVES 6 -8 4 cups peeled, diced potatoes 1/2 cup diced onion 2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 cups 2% low-fat milk 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 dash cayenne...
Nov 20th
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Pad Thai with Chicken and Shrimp
Many people consider this the best Pad Thai they have ever had. I quite often make a double batch of the sauce, so the dish is even more flavorful. For those with milder tastes, cut back on the red pepper flakes. The recipe as is has quite a bite to it. It is always a hit at our house. by Just Call Me Martha 25 min | 15 min prep SERVES 8 1 (1/2 lb)...
Nov 20th
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Thai Chicken Fried Rice with Basil - Kao Pad...
Another delicious way to enjoy fried rice, fragrant with the heady aroma of basil! by Sue L 20 min | 10 min prep SERVES 2 -3 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Thai red chili pepper 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces 2 cups cold cooked rice 1 tablespoon sugar...
Nov 20th
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Genuine Hawaiian Teriyaki Sauce
Easy to make, last weeks and tastes delicious! You will find yourself putting this on almost anything once it’s in your refrigerator. by Somogirl 20 min | 15 min prep SERVES 4 , 1 2 cups 1 cup soy sauce 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon grated ginger, very fine 1 large garlic clove, minced 3 scallions, chopped fine Mix...
Nov 20th
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Thai Coriander Chili Sauce/Pla Krapong Paw
A delicious Thai version of salsa. Everyone I make this for loves it. Meant to accompany grilled fish, but you will find many uses for it. I usually add at least twice as much cilantro and double the recipe as guests will eat all of it. It is just as good the next day. I have mistakenly omitted chili-garlic sauce and still tasty. Use a sweet onion like Vidalia or a red onion if unavailable. ...
Nov 20th
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Sweet Potato & Black Bean Filling
This method for cooking the sweet potatoes gives them more flavor. This is great in burritos or on its own over rice. by Somogirl 25 min | 5 min prep SERVES 4 2 cups peeled and cubed raw sweet potatoes 1 (15 ounce) can canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1 tablespoon oil 4-5 tablespoons taco seasoning (or half a 1.25 oz packet) 1 teaspoon...
Nov 20th
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Pesto Tuna Salad Sandwiches Recipe
An elegant and quick alternative to the usual pickle-tuna salad. Pesto & tuna go very well together. by Somogirl 15 min | 15 min prep SERVES 1 -2 1 (6 ounce) can albacore tuna, drained 2 tablespoons pesto sauce 2 tablespoons red onions, minced 3 tablespoons celery, minced 3 tablespoons black olives, sliced and drained 1/4 cup mayonnaise salt pepper ...
Nov 20th
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John Wayne's Casserole
2 (4 oz.) cans green chilies, drained 1 lb. Monterey Jack cheese, grated 1 lb. cheddar cheese 4 egg whites 4 egg yolks 2/3 c. evaporated milk 1 tbsp. flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper Dice chilies and combine with cheese. Put into a well greased shallow pan (2 quart, 12 x 8 x 2 inch). At high speed, beat egg whites until peaks form. Set aside egg whites and mix yolks, milk, flour,...
Nov 20th
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Neiman-Marcus $250 Chocolate Chip Cookies
1 cup butter 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup sugar 2 1/2 cups blended oatmeal 12 ounces chocolate chips 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 (4 ounce)  Hershey Bars (grated) 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup chopped nuts (your choice) Measure oatmeal and blend in a blender to a fine powder. Cream the butter...
Nov 17th
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Tips on cooking and peeling eggs
From Southern Living: Place eggs in a single layer in saucepan; add water to depth of 3 inches. Bring to a boil; cover, remove from heat and let stand 15 minutes. Pour off water. Add about 1 inch cold water anre are some grd several ice cubes to the still warm eggs in the saucepan. Cover pot and shake vigorously so the eggs will crack all over. Peel under cold running water, starting at the large...
Nov 17th
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Mashed Sweet and Russet Potatoes With Herbs
Sweet potatoes add Vitamin C! The Russets give a nice, fluffy texture. Adapted from Martha Stewart Living magazine. A Southern and Caribbean recipe. by Sharon123 1¼ hours | 15 min prep SERVES 4 4 garlic cloves (don’t peel) 1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 2 medium sweet potatoes 2 medium russet potatoes 1 tablespoon unsalted butter ...
Nov 17th
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Mediterranean Stuffed Mushrooms
I had some mushrooms to use up and couldn’t find any recipes that I wanted to make or that I had all of the ingredients for. So I decided to play with some of my favorite flavors together to make a vegetarian no bread-crumb stuffed mushroom. I had so much fun with this one that I also made green chile stuffed mushrooms and am going to post that recipe next! I had to write down a few more...
Nov 15th
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Spinach-stuffed Mushrooms
Even people that don’t like spinach will like these gems. Lovely hors d’oevre or side dish. Try serving these at your next brunch by Bergy 45 min | 15 min prep SERVES 6 , 24 mushroom caps 24 large mushrooms, stems removed and stems chopped,set aside 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup onion, finely diced 1/4 teaspoon...
Nov 15th
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Spicy Sweet Potatoes
Toh by ratherbeswimmin’ 55 min | 10 min prep SERVES 8 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes (about 6 cups) 2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper In a zip-top plastic bag, toss potatoes and oil. Combine remaining...
Nov 15th
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Egg Salad Sandwich 2
I have accepted an egg salad cook off challenge, and am delighted to submit my entry here, because it is a winner. Developed in my own kitchen with no assistance from outside sources, other than internal verbal encouragement. Lip-Smacks and loud Cheers of YUM YUM could be heard throughout the house; every great chef strives to hear YUM YUM. Warning: Please do not attempt to express an opinion,...
Nov 15th
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Tasty Peas
I made some changes to this recipe I found on the ‘net, making it easier to prepare, without losing any of the taste. Minced Onion and garlic are sauteed in olive oil, then the peas are simmer in chicken broth. I expected the kids to groan, but they liked it. by Chef Dee 10 min | SERVES 6 4 cups thawed peas 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon dried onion...
Nov 15th
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Egg Salad Sandwich 1
5 min | 5 min prep 2 sandwiches 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped 2 green onions, minced 3 tablespoons Miracle Whip 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder salt and pepper 4 slices buttered bread Place boiled eggs into a small bowl, mash about half of them with a fork. Stir in the green onions, Miracle Whip and dry mustard powder. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to...
Nov 14th
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Roasted Garlic Cauliflower
“Roasted brings out a wonderful sweetness in this dish. The Garlic is roasted to a tan color is creamy good. You can just pop them in your mouth. Or you can spread them on your florets or fresh bread. Just be sure to scoop up some of the rosemary, olive oil and black pepper that may have escaped to the bottom of the dish” by ~Rita~ 40 min | 10 min...
Nov 14th
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Oven-Roasted Greek Potatoes
These potatoes are a staple in our home. Whether accompanying roast lamb or chicken, or just on their own, we have them a couple of times a week. They are delicious and the ones that get overly-brown in the pan and stick a bit are MINE! Clean up is a little tricky with this recipe, unless you line your pans with foil, but I find that just filling the pan up with hot, sudsy water and forgetting...
Nov 14th
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Roasted Asparagus
Ingredients * 1 lb asparagus * 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil * 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or 1/4 teaspoon regular table salt) Directions 1. Preheat oven to 425°F. 2. Cut off the woody bottom part of the asparagus spears and discard. 3. With a vegetable peeler, peel off the skin on the bottom 2-3 inches of the spears (this keeps the asparagus from being all...
Nov 14th
October 2008
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Pad Thai
1/2-16 oz box (8 oz) A Taste of Thai Rice Noodles 4 tablespoons oil, divided 1 egg, beaten Optional: 1/2 lb chopped chicken, pork or raw shrimp, deveined 4 scallions, chopped 1/2 cup coarsely chopped peanuts 1-3.25 oz packet A Taste of Thai Pad Thai Sauce 2 cups bean sprouts Garnish: chopped cilantro and lime wedges DIRECTIONS 1. Soak noodles according to directions for stir-fry on box. 2....
Oct 17th
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Mrs. Hockmeyer's Banana Bread
Ingredients 3 or 4 ripe bananas, smashed 1/3 cup melted butter 1 cup sugar (can easily reduce to 3/4 cup) 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon baking soda Pinch of salt 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour Method No need for a mixer for this recipe. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). With a wooden spoon, mix butter into the mashed bananas in a large mixing bowl. Mix in the sugar,...
Oct 12th
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Low-Fat Banana Bread
Ingredients 4 very ripe bananas 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup white sugar 2 tablespoons butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 egg 2 tablespoons applesauce Directions Mash bananas in a bowl. Add all other ingredients and mix well. Pour into 2 greased loaf pans (or you can pour it...
Oct 12th
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低脂水餃
低脂水餃餡料 一. 材料: (一斤絞肉用量做的多時按比例增加) (1):新鮮前腿肉(胛心肉)去皮去背脂,留肌間脂. 一斤(600g)一半絞最細一半絞中粗. (2):高麗菜一斤(600g)去硬梗切細. (3)蔥,韭菜各3兩(約100g)切細. (4):薑1.4兩(約50g)老薑可減量,現在市場賣的半老不老,外皮淺褐色者最恰當. 洗淨磨成薑汁 (5)涼開水120c.c  (打水,溶太白粉,打薑泥全部用量 )  (6):太白粉1茶匙  二.調味料: (1):香油35c.c(可略少) (2):香菇素蠔油40c.c (3):鹽1茶匙(8g) 量過的 (4):味精1或3/4茶匙 (5):白胡椒粉1. 5 茶匙 三.作法: (1):絞肉,薑汁,調味料攪拌均勻稍置(約5分鐘)入味. (2):加入太白粉水再次攪拌均勻,分次慢慢加水,攪拌到不滯手(水不一定要全...
Oct 11th
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Criollitos Cordobeses!
Aqui les paso un par de recetas de criollitos. Las recetas son parecidas, y tendras que ver con cual de las dos te sale mejor. Este tipo de masas, tiene mucho de pesonal (aunque suene raro) y con los mismos ingredientes y cantidades no les sale a todos igual. (son cosas que suelen pasar con la cocina criolla, no se porqué) Criollos hojaldrados: 500 gr de harina de trigo “000” ó...
Oct 9th
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Criollos Pt.
Ingredientes: Amasijo: Harina: 1000 g Agua: 400 cc Sal fina: 25 g Levadura Prensada Virgen o Fermolac CALSA: 40 g Mejorador Plus 2000 CALSA: 20 g Grasa Pastelgras CALSA: 300 g Empaste:  Grasa Pastelgras CALSA: 200 g Harina: 400 g Amasijo Poner en amasadora o batidora con gancho amasador todos los ingredientes. Amasar hasta lograr una masa homogénea y refinada. Retirar de la amasadora, formar...
Oct 9th
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Mocha Cappuccino Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins
Ingredients 1 cup butter 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar 1 egg 2 bananas 2 tablespoons instant coffee dissolved in 1/2c warm (not hot) water 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup cappuccino baking chips Directions Preheat oven to 350 F Spray muffin tins with...
Oct 9th
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Epicurious Brownies (Carla Rollins)
These brownies can be fudgy or cakey depending on how long you bake them. Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 2 1/2 hr (includes cooling) Servings: Makes 16 (2-inch) squares. Ingredients 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter 8 oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), coarsely chopped 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2...
Oct 9th
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Japanese Curry Chicken
Ingredients 5 chicken drumsticks 1 onion 5 slices of ginger 4 rice bowl of water 1 carrot 5 potatoes 100 gm Japanese curry paste Marinate 2 tbsp light soy sauce 1 tbsp mirin 1/2 tbsp potato flour some pepper Directions Debone the chicken drumsticks and marinate thoroughly for 1 hour. Shallow fry the chicken pieces till golden brown. Heat wok with some oil and fry ginger and onion until...
Oct 9th
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Health Nut Blueberry Muffins
INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup whole wheat flour 3/4 cup white sugar 1/4 cup oat bran 1/4 cup quick cooking oats 1/4 cup wheat germ 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup blueberries 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1 banana, mashed 1 cup buttermilk 1 egg 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract DIRECTIONS ...
Oct 9th
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Chicken with Mustard Mascarpone Marsala Sauce
Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, each breast cut crosswise into 3 pieces Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 5 tablespoons butter, divided 3/4 cup chopped onion 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 cup dry Marsala wine 1 cup (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons chopped...
Oct 9th
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Baffled by Bread? How to Choose the Best Loaf
To make sure you are getting 100% whole wheat bread, look at the ingredients list—not the front of the package. “Whole wheat flour” or “100% whole wheat flour” should be the first ingredient and the only flour listed. Don’t fall for deceitful terms such as “wheat flour,” “unbleached wheat flour,” “multigrain,” “enriched,” or “stone-ground wheat flour.” These are just sneaky ways of saying refined...
Oct 9th
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Japanese Mum's Chicken
Ingredients 8 chicken drumsticks, skin on 1 cup water 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1/3 cup soy sauce 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar 1 garlic clove, peeled and bruised 1 small hot chili pepper, slit open, seeds removed Directions 1. Place all the ingredients in a saucepan over a high heat. 2. Bring to the boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 20 minutes. 3. Remove any scum that rises to the...
Oct 9th
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Chicken and Cheese Casserole
Ingredients 2 cups cooked macaroni 2 cups chicken, chopped 2 cups light cream of mushroom soup, undiluted 2 cups skim milk 8 ounces low-fat cheddar cheese Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. In a large casserole, combine all ingredients, mixing well. 3. Bake,covered, 35-45 minutes. 4. Remove cover; bake 10-15 minutes longer. 5. Serve immediately.
Oct 9th
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Chicken with Bacon and White Wine Sauce
Take 6 strips of bacon and cook in a pan until crispy. Remove and save. Keeping the bacon renderings in the pan, cook 4 seasoned chicken cutlets in that pan until they are ready. Remove and set to the side. Deglaze the pan w/ 1/2 cup of white wine, crumble in the crispy bacon, and add 1/4 cup of cream. Stir until bubbly. Pour sauce over chicken and serve with steamed veggies. NOM.
Oct 9th
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Flank Steak Crostini with Chimichurri and Vidalia...
Ingredients Steak: 2 cups red wine 1 cup cassis 1/4 cup canola oil 3 cloves garlic, minced Freshly ground black pepper 1 (2 to 3-pound) flank steak Kosher salt Chimichurri Sauce: 1 cup cilantro leaves 1 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves 1/2 cup mint leaves 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 3/4 to 1 cup olive oil 1/4 to 1/3 cup red wine vinegar Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper ...
Oct 9th