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Sunday, November 30, 2014
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Sandwich Slaw

How to make Sandwich Slaw Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
2 cups Green cabbage, shredded
2 tablespoons Onions, minced
2 tablespoons Cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
1 Garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
1 teaspoon Black pepper
to taste Salt

Method:
Mix the ingredients and refrigerate for 1 hour. Place a generous portion on each sandwich or serve alongside.
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Carolina BBQ Sauce

How to make Carolina BBQ Sauce Recipe

YIELDS 1 1/2 CUPS (12 OUNCES, 336 ML)

Ingredients:
1 teaspoon Dry mustard
1 teaspoon Coarse salt
1 tablespoon Sweet Hungarian paprika
1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
1 tablespoon Brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne
1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
2/3 cup Water
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup Red wine vinegar

Method:
Combine the dry ingredients in a saucepan. Stir in the water; heat to boiling, then remove from heat.

Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and vinegar.

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Carolina Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwich

How to make Carolina Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwich Recipe

4 SERVINGS

For the Dry Rub:
1 1/2 tablespoons Black pepper, ground
1 1/2 tablespoons Dark brown sugar, packed
1 1/2 tablespoons Paprika
2 tablespoons Coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
2 pounds Pork shoulder (Boston butt), boneless

For the Mop:
1/2 cup Apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup Water
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tablespoon Black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Coarse salt
1 teaspoon Vegetable oil
1 cup Carolina Barbecue Sauce
4 Hamburger buns, toasted

Method:
Mix the ingredients for the dry rub.

Sprinkle the dry rub over the pork and press into the meat. Cover and let set 1 hour at room temperature.

Combine ingredients for the mop and set aside.

If possible, hot-smoke the pork until fork-tender, brushing with cold mop every 45 minutes; or roast the pork at 300°F (150°C) for 3 hours or until fork-tender, brushing with cold mop every 45 minutes.

Remove from oven or smoker and let rest 30 minutes.

Pull the meat apart or shred using 2 forks.

Combine the shredded pork with barbecue sauce, cover tightly, and simmer 20 to 30 minutes. Add more water if needed.

Serve pork on toasted bun with coleslaw, potato salad, and additional barbecue sauce.
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Shrimp Perloo

How to make Shrimp Perloo Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
1/4 cup Bacon, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) pieces
1 1/2 cups Onions, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
2 cups Tomatoes, peeled, seeded, chopped
1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
3/4 cup Long-grain rice
2 cups Clam juice
16 ounces Shrimp (16–20 count), peeled, deveined
1/4 cup Parsley, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons Lemon juice
to taste Salt and black pepper

Method:
Render the bacon over medium heat and cook until crisp. Remove to paper towel lined plate.

Drain all but 2 tablespoons (1 ounce, 28 ml) of fat from pan.

Add the onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes.

Add the tomatoes and red pepper flakes, and cook 5 minutes.

Stir in the rice and clam juice. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cover. Cook 20 minutes.

Stir in the shrimp and fluff the rice. Remove from the heat and cover; let set 10 minutes (the heat from the rice should cook the shrimp).

Add the parsley, lemon juice, and reserved bacon. Correct seasoning and serve.
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Roasted Tomato Sauce

How to make Roasted Tomato Sauce Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
3 cups Plum tomatoes, quartered
1 cup Red onion, quartered
1/2 teaspoon Thyme, chopped
1/2 teaspoon Rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon Olive oil
to taste Salt and black pepper

Method:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Toss the tomatoes, onions, and herbs with oil.

Place on parchment-lined sheet pan and roast for 45 minutes.

Puree in a food processor to desired consistency (slightly lumpy, coarse texture).

Correct seasoning with salt and pepper.
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Green Onion Basil Oil

How to make Green Onion Basil Oil Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
1/4 cup Olive oil
1/2 cup Green onions, chopped
1 cup Basil leaves, loose packed

Method:
Puree all ingredients in blender until smooth.
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Vidalia Onion Tart

How to make Vidalia Onion Tart Recipe

YIELDS 9 - INCH TART

Ingredients:
1 sheet Frozen puff pastry dough, thawed
2 Shallots, peeled, left whole
1 Garlic clove, peeled
1/4 cup Olive oil
1 each Red onion, peeled, sliced thinly
1 cup Vidalia onion or sweet onion, peeled, julienned
1 cup 4 ounces, 113 g Leeks, white part only, cleaned, julienned
2 each Eggs, beaten
3/4 cup Heavy cream
To taste Salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon Chives, finely diced

Method:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Line a 9-inch (22.9 cm) tart pan with puff pastry; prick the dough all over with a fork.

Top with a second pie pan; trim the overhang to 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) beyond the rim. Parbake the unfilled pie shell in a preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until the shell is cooked. Remove from oven, remove second pie pan, and cool.

Turn oven to 350°F (175°C).

Toss shallots and garlic in 1 tablespoon (1/2 ounce, 15 ml) olive oil and wrap loosely in foil; roast for 20 minutes, or until soft.

Heat 1 tablespoon (1/2 ounce, 15 ml) oil over medium heat and slowly caramelize the whole slices of red onion. Handle gently so that they retain their round shape. When well-browned and soft, place slices on bottom of prepared shell.

Smash the roasted shallots and place around the red onion.

Heat remaining oil over medium heat and cook the Vidalia onions and leeks for 10 minutes or until very soft and slightly brown. Scatter evenly over red onion rings in tart shell.

Mash roasted garlic in a bowl and add eggs, cream, salt, pepper, and chives. Mix to combine.

Pour over onions and bake for about 15 minutes, until brown on top; loosely cover with foil and bake until set, 45 minutes.

Remove tart from oven and discard foil. Cool slightly at least 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

Serve with Green Onion–Basil Oil and Roasted Tomato Sauce
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Hoppin John Salad with Pecan Vinaigrette

How to make Hoppin John Salad with Pecan Vinaigrette Recipe

4 SERVINGS

For the Salad:
1/2 cup Long-grain white rice, cooked
21/2 cups Black-eyed peas, cooked, chilled
1/2 cup Red bell pepper, seeded, 1/8 inch (.3 cm) dice
1/2 cup Green beans, blanched, shocked, cut 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm) long on bias
1/2 cup Green onions, chopped
2 cups Mixed baby field greens

For the Vinaigrette:
2 tablespoons Cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Brown sugar
1/3cup Pecans, chopped, toasted
1/2 teaspoon Thyme, chopped
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 cup Vegetable oil
to taste Salt and black pepper

Method:
Combine the rice, black-eyed peas, bell pepper, green beans, and green onions. Set aside.

Puree the vinaigrette ingredients except oil in a food processor.

Slowly drizzle in the oil. Adjust seasoning.

Toss all but 6 tablespoons (3 ounces, 84 ml) of the vinaigrette with the black-eyed pea mixture.

Toss mixed greens with remaining vinaigrette and place as a bed on cold plates.

Mold 1 cup (4 ounces, 112 g) of hoppin’ john mixture onto each plate of greens.
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Restaurant Peanut Brittle

How to make Restaurant Peanut Brittle Recipe - This great treat came out of the South in the late 19th century, when people were searching for new products and ideas for using the peanut crop.

YIELDS 2 POUNDS (907 G)

Ingredients:
2 cups Granulated sugar
1/2 cup Light corn syrup
1/2 cup Water
1 cup Peanuts, raw
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
1/8 teaspoon Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Method:
Combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water over medium heat and cook to dissolve sugar.

Continue to cook to soft-ball stage (238°F, 114°C).

Add the peanuts and salt; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches the hardcrack stage (300°F, 149°C).

Remove from heat and stir in butter, baking soda, and vanilla.

Pour the mixture into a generously buttered shallow pan or cookie sheet. Let cool.

When hardened, break into irregular 2-inch (5 cm) pieces. Store in an airtight container.
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Best Hush Puppies

How to make Best Hush Puppies Recipe - Hush puppies are an essential component of fried-fish plates.There are many stories on how they were named, the most common referring to the scrapes of fried corn dough thrown to hungry hounds to “hush” them.

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
1 cup Cornmeal, fine-grained
1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon Baking powder
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/4 cup Onion, grated or finely minced
2 tablespoons Green onion, green part only, minced
1 Egg yolk
1 cup Buttermilk
2 Egg whites

Method:
Preheat the deep-fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Combine the cornmeal, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; whisk to blend.

Add the onion, green onion, egg yolk, and buttermilk; stir to combine (should be the consistency of loose mashed potatoes—if necessary, add more buttermilk).

Whip the egg whites to soft peaks. Fold egg whites into cornmeal mixture.

Drop mixture by rounded tablespoons into hot oil. Cook to golden brown. Puppies usually roll over on their bellies when they are done, but they may need to be turned to ensure they cook completely.

Remove to paper towels to drain. Serve immediately.
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Slow Cooked Greens

How to make Slow Cooked Greens Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
2 bunches Mixed greens (turnip greens, collard greens,mustard greens, beet greens, kale, or sorrel)
3/4 cup Bacon, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1/2 cup Celery, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
2 cups Onions, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1 cup Green bell pepper, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1 Ham hock
2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
1 cup Water
To taste Salt and black pepper

Method:
Pick over the greens to remove any tough stems, veins, and yellow leaves. Wash and drain thoroughly.

Cut into 2-inch (5 cm) pieces and set aside.

Cook the bacon over medium-high heat until fat has been rendered, brown but not crisp, 3 to 5 minutes.

Add the celery, onion, and bell pepper and cook 5 minutes.

Reduce the heat to medium and add the greens. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until greens are wilted, about 10 minutes.

Add the ham hock, vinegar, and red pepper flakes; cover and cook 15 minutes.

Add the water, cover, and simmer for 11/2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Correct the seasoning.
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Succotash of Corn, Hominy, and Baby Lima Beans

How to make Succotash of Corn, Hominy, and Baby Lima Beans Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
2 cups Baby lima beans
2 tablespoons Bacon, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
2 tablespoons Butter
1 cup Corn kernels, fresh
3 tablespoons Shallots, chopped
1 cup Hominy, canned, drained
2 tablespoons Dry white wine or chicken stock
1/2 cup Heavy cream
To taste Salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon Parsley, chopped

Method:
Parboil the lima beans 1 minute, until just tender; drain.

Over medium heat, render the bacon until crisp; add half the butter.

Add the shallot, cook for 2 minutes or until soft, add the corn, and cook 3 minutes longer or until corn is tender.

Add the hominy and lima beans; stir to combine.

Add the white wine; cook 3 to 5 minutes to reduce most of the liquid.

Add the cream and reduce until it begins to thicken.

Stir in remaining butter.

Season with salt and pepper, and toss in the parsley.
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Orange Scented Sweet Potatoes

How to make Orange Scented Sweet Potatoes Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
16 ounces Sweet potatoes, washed
2 tablespoons Honey
3 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
1 Egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons Orange juice
1 teaspoon Orange zest
1 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon White pepper

Method:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).

Pierce the potatoes with a fork. Bake 35 minutes or until tender.

Cool potatoes slightly, halve lengthwise, and scoop out the pulp.

Combine potato pulp with the honey, 2 tablespoons (1 ounce, 28 ml) butter, egg, juice, zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth (use a food processor for very smooth consistency).

Reduce the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Place mashed sweet potatoes in baking pan, dot top with remaining butter. Bake 20 to 30 minutes.
Pecan Encrusted Catfish

Pecan Encrusted Catfish

How to make Pecan Encrusted Catfish Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
1 cup Pecans, chopped
1/3 cup Cornmeal, fine-grained
1/2 cup Bread crumbs, dry
2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
4 Catfish fillets, skinless
1 Egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon (14 ml) water
To taste Salt and white pepper
1 cup All-purpose flour, for dredging
As needed Vegetable oil, for pan-frying

Method:
Place the pecans, cornmeal, bread crumbs, and parsley in a food processor and blend until chopped. (This can be as fine as you would like.)

Season the catfish fillets and dip fillets in flour; shake off excess, dip in egg wash, and let excess drip off. Place fillets in the pecan cornmeal mixture, pat and turn until completely breaded, then set aside until needed.

Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).

Pan-fry the fillets 2 to 3 minutes on first side, turn and cook 1 to 11/2 minutes more until golden brown; drain on paper towels.

Pecan Encrusted Catfish Recipe
Pecan Encrusted Catfish
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Bibb Lettuce Salad

How to make Bibb Lettuce Salad Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
1 1/2 tablespoons Lemon juice
1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup plus 1/2 tablespoon Olive oil
To taste Salt and black pepper
2 heads Bibb lettuce, washed, dried, torn

Method:
Combine lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, and mustard; whisk together.

Slowly whisk in 1/4 cup (2 ounces, 58 ml) olive oil.

Season and set aside.

Toss the lettuce with the vinaigrette to coat.

Remove the aspic from the molds. Serve the salad on chilled plates and top with the aspic.
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Tomato Aspic on Bibb Lettuce Salad

How to make Tomato Aspic on Bibb Lettuce Salad Recipe - The traditional accompaniment is mayonnaise.

For the base:
2 cups Tomatoes, very ripe, peeled, seeded, roughly chopped
1/2 cup Onion, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1/2 cup Celery, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1 Garlic clove, smashed
2 Bay leaves
3 Whole peppercorns
2 Whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1 cup Water

Flavoring:
1/2 tablespoon Granulated sugar
1/2 tablespoon Cider vinegar
1/2 tablespoon Lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt

For the Gelatin:
1 tablespoon Unflavored gelatin
2 tablespoons Water

Method:
Combine the base ingredients in a nonreactive pan. Bring to a simmer, uncovered, over medium heat.

Simmer for 20 minutes or until tomatoes have broken down (to maintain a fresh flavor, do not cook longer than necessary).

Strain through a fine-mesh strainer, pressing gently to extract all the juice.

Measure to 2 cups (16 ounces, 480 ml) of liquid. Adjust seasoning after tasting, depending on the ripeness and flavor of the tomatoes. Tomatoes can very greatly in sweetness and acidity; also, aspic is a cold dish, and cold temperature will dull the seasoning slightly. When seasoned correctly, return to a simmer.

Mix the gelatin with the water until softened.

Add the gelatin to the simmering tomato juice and stir for 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and transfer to a pan in a bowl of ice water, stirring constantly until the liquid chills and begins to thicken. This is an important step to ensure an even color and texture.

Pour into 4-ounce (113 g) lightly oiled molds. Cover and refrigerate several hours until set.
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Spicy Eggplant Relish

How to make Spicy Eggplant Relish Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
1/3 cup Raisins
1/4 cup Cider vinegar
2 pounds Eggplants
2 tablespoons Olive oil
1/2 cup Onion, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1 cup Green bell pepper, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
3 Garlic cloves, minced
1 Jalapeno pepper, seeded, minced
1/2 cup Tomato, peeled, seeded, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1 tablespoon Honey

Method:
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Plump the raisins in the vinegar for 15 minutes.

Bake the eggplants (prick skin) for 1 hour or until the skins are shriveled and eggplants are soft. Remove and let cool.

Peel eggplant and cut into 1/2-inch (1.2 cm) dice.

Heat the olive oil over medium heat, add onion and green pepper, and cook 8 minutes or until soft.

Add the salt and pepper, garlic, and jalapeño; stir well and cook 4 minutes.

Add the tomato, the raisins with their soaking liquid, the honey, and eggplant. Simmer 15 minutes, stirring often.

Correct seasoning and let set overnight for flavors to blend. May be served warm, at room temperature, or cold.
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Grilled Quail with Spicy Eggplant Relish

How to make Grilled Quail with Spicy Eggplant Relish Recipe - Brining poultry (soaking in a saltwater solution) before cooking serves two purposes: it helps the flesh retain moisture and it seasons all the way through.

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
4 Semi-boneless quail, brined for 30 to 45 minutes
To taste Salt and black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Thyme (dried)
6 tablespoons Olive oil
1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons Cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Parsley, minced
2 cups Yellow squash and zucchini, in long, thin noodles

Method:
Rub the quail with salt, pepper, thyme, and 2 tablespoons (1 ounce, 28 ml) oil.

Grill quail to desired doneness, 6 to 8 minutes per side, remove, and set aside.

Combine the sugar, salt, mustard, vinegar, remaining oil, and parsley.

Toss the squash with the dressing.

Divide squash among 4 plates and place 1 warm quail on top of squash. Serve with relish.

Notes:
To make the brine, stir kosher salt into cold water until dissolved, in the proportion of 1/4 cup (15 g) salt to 1 quart (1l) water. (Don’t use table salt in this formula or it will be too salty.)
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Chicken with Dill Dumplings

How to make Chicken with Dill Dumplings Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
1 Chicken, boned, cut into 8 pieces
1/2 cup All-purpose flour
To taste Salt and white pepper
2 tablespoons Peanut oil
1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
1/2 cup Celery, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1/2 cup Onion, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1 Bay leaf
1 teaspoon Thyme leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon Parsley, chopped
2 cups Chicken stock
1 cup Heavy cream

For the Dumplings:
1 cup All-purpose flour, sifted
2 teaspoons Baking powder
1/2teaspoon Salt
1 tablespoon Dill, chopped
1/2 cup Milk

Method:
Dry the chicken pieces. (Skin may be removed from chicken if desired, but the dish will have more flavor if not removed.)

Combine flour with salt and pepper.

Heat oil and butter over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Dredge chicken pieces in flour and shake off excess.

Brown chicken pieces on all sides until golden brown.

Add the celery and onion; cook 2 minutes.

Add the bay leaf, thyme, parsley, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat. Simmer 15 minutes.

Stir in cream and continue to simmer for 5 minutes.

Prepare dumplings. Mix ingredients together to form a thick batter. Drop a tablespoon at a time into the simmering chicken stew. Cover tightly and cook chicken and dumplings an additional 20 minutes without removing cover.

Remove bay leaf and serve immediately.
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Caprese Salad

How to make Caprese Salad Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
16 slices Tomatoes (3 large), peeled
12 slices Fresh mozzarella
20 Basil leaves
1/4 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
to taste Sea salt
to taste Black pepper

Method:
On individual plates, layer alternating slices of tomatoes (4 each serving) and mozzarella (3 each serving), adding a basil leaf between each.

Drizzle the salads with oil and season with salt and pepper.
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Rich Biscuit Topping

How to make Rich Biscuit Topping Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
2 cups All-purpose flour, sifted
2 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
3/4 teaspoon Salt
6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cold, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
2/3cup Milk

Method:
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Mix the cold butter into the flour until the mixture looks like coarse cornmeal.

Stir in the milk and mix until it starts to form a ball.

On a lightly floured surface, knead gently for 30 seconds to shape into a ball (takes about 15 turns).

Roll or pat the dough to a 1/3-inch (.8 cm) thickness.

Cut dough to fit tops of casseroles or into diamond shapes.

Bake about 25 minutes, or until browned and heated through. (Do not immerse biscuit dough in liquid, or they will not brown well.)
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Beef Potpie

How to make Beef Potpie Recipe - the real, old fashioned American potpie made of chicken, veal, or a combination of meats and fowl was made in a large, black iron kettle using leftover stew.

4 SERVINGS

2 cups Cooked beef, 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) dice
3/4 cup Carrots, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice, parboiled
8 Pearl onions, peeled, parboiled
1 1/2 All-purpose potatoes, peeled, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice, parboiled
1 cup White mushrooms, sliced, sautéed
3 tablespoons Chicken fat or butter
3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups Beef stock
3/4 cup Light cream or half-and-half
to taste Salt and black pepper
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Method:
Arrange the beef and vegetables in 4 individual, lightly buttered, ovenproof casseroles.

Melt the chicken fat and blend in the flour; cook 3 minutes, stirring.

Add the beef stock and whisk to a smooth consistency; let cook 10 minutes.

Add the cream and cook 5 minutes; correct consistency by reducing or adding more stock.

Correct seasoning and pour over beef and vegetables.

Place potpies in oven or on top of the stove and bring mixture to a boil.

Cover with biscuit topping and serve.
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Red Swiss Chard and Spinach Saute

How to make Red Swiss Chard and Spinach Saute Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
6 cups Spinach leaves, ribs removed, washed thoroughly
6 cups Red Swiss chard, ribs removed, washed thoroughly
2 tablespoons Olive oil
1/4 cup Onion, minced
1 tablespoon Garlic, minced
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
to taste Salt and black pepper

Method:
Bring about 3 quarts (96 ounces) of salted water to a boil.

Blanch the chard for 2 minutes and the spinach for about 30 seconds (depending on how old the spinach is).

Drain and refresh in ice water; squeeze the leaves dry by hand.

Heat the oil over medium heat and cook the onion for 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more.

Add the butter and let melt.

Add the spinach and chard. Cook until the liquid from the greens has evaporated and the chard is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.

Adjust seasoning.
Saturday, November 29, 2014
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Buttered Homemade Noodles

How to make Buttered Homemade Noodles Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
4 Eggs (large)
1 teaspoon Salt
31/2 cups All-purpose flour
1/2 cup Water, cold
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
to taste Salt and black pepper

Method:
Beat the eggs and salt together.

Place the flour in a bowl; make a well in the center.

Combine the eggs with half the water and place in center well.

Gradually mix in the surrounding flour with a wooden spoon or spatula. Beat to make a stiff dough.

Turn out onto a floured work surface and knead vigorously with the heel of the hand, adding droplets of water to unblended bits. Dough should just form a mass the pasta machine will do the rest.

Cut the dough in half and cover one piece with plastic.

For the other piece, flatten into a cake the size of your palm. Pinch one edge so it will fit into the pasta machine.

Set the smooth rollers to their widest opening. Crank the dough through, fold dough in half end to end, and crank through several more times until dough is smooth and a fairly even rectangle; as necessary, brush the dough with flour before passing it through rollers, since it will stick to the machine if it is too damp.

When the dough is smooth, reset the rollers to the next lower setting and crank it through, then to the next lower, and the next. By this time, the dough will be long; you may want to cut it in half.

Continue rolling until it achieves the correct thickness for noodles (1/8 inch or .3 cm).

Hang each strip as it is finished to dry briefly (but not to stiffen) 4 to 5 minutes.

Repeat the process with the remaining dough.

For each strip of dough, dust the top with a little flour and roll it up like a jelly roll. Slice the dough crosswise into noodles 1/4 inch (.6 cm) thick.

Cook the noodles in boiling salted water for approximately 2 to 3 minutes or until tender. Drain thoroughly.

Heat the butter over medium heat.

Add the noodles and toss to coat with melted butter and heated thoroughly.

Add the parsley, salt, and pepper and toss to incorporate.
Friday, November 28, 2014
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Sauteed Soft Shell Crabs on Fennel Salad

How to make Sauteed Soft Shell Crabs on Fennel Salad Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
1 Fennel bulb
2 tablespoons Raspberry vinegar
6 tablespoons Olive oil
4 each Soft-shell crabs, prime grade, cleaned
1/2 cup All-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
1/4 teaspoon Oregano (dried)
As needed Vegetable oil, for sautéing
1 tablespoon Garlic, minced

Method:
Trim the stalks and feathery tops from the fennel. Cut the bulb in half from top to root. Slice into very thin slices.

Combine the raspberry vinegar and olive oil; toss with the fennel. Correct the seasoning (can be held up to 1 hour before serving). 80 THE CUISINE OF THE MID-ATLANTIC

Combine the flour, salt, pepper, and oregano.

Dredge the crabs in the seasoned flour; shake off excess flour.

Heat oil over medium heat and cook garlic 1 minute.

Add crabs to pan; add more oil if necessary. Cook until golden brown on both sides. When done, there should be very little or no oil left in the pan and the crabs should be covered with garlic and flour scrapings.

Divide the fennel salad among 4 plates and top each salad with 1 crab.

To Clean Soft-Shell Crabs:
With sharp scissors or a knife, snip off the “face” of the crab, from behind the eyes—this will kill the crab instantly. Flip the crab over and you will see a triangular "tail" piece folded up against the body of the crab. Unfold it and snip it off, too.Turn the crab right side up and unfold each of the sides. Remove the sandbags and gills either with your scissors or your hands.

Soft-shell crabs are one of America’s favorite seafood delicacies.While all crabs shed their shells to grow, only a few species of crab can actually be eaten in this form.The blue crab is the only commercially available soft-shell product. The scientific name, Callinectes sapidus, is derived from Latin and Greek (calli = beautiful; nectes = swimmer; sapidus = savory).The translation is not only accurate but surprisingly poetic—the beautiful, savory swimmer.
Braised Short Ribs

Braised Short Ribs

How to make Braised Short Ribs Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
3 pounds Beef short ribs, bone-in English-style, trimmed of excess fat and silver skins
To taste Salt and black pepper
As needed Flour, for dusting
1/4 cup Vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups Onions, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
3/4 cup Carrots, peeled, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1/4 cup Celery, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1 teaspoon Garlic, minced
2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
1/2 cup Tomato, peeled, seeded, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1 1/2 cups Dry red wine
2 cups Beef stock
1 tablespoon Thyme leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon Rosemary leaves, chopped
2 Bay leaves
1 teaspoon Tomato paste

Method:
Season beef with salt and pepper. Dust with flour and shake off excess.

Heat oil in a large braising pan or Dutch oven over high heat.

Brown short ribs on all sides; transfer to platter and reserve.

Reduce heat to medium and cook the onions and carrots in same pan until golden brown.

Add the celery and cook until soft.

Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Stir in the flour until vegetables are coated, about 1 minute.

Add the tomato, wine, beef stock, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and tomato paste.

Bring to a boil and return short ribs; ribs should be almost covered with liquid. Return to a boil, cover, and place in oven at 350°F (175°C). Simmer until ribs are tender, about 2 hours.

Remove ribs from pot; remove excess vegetables that may cling to meat; discard loose bones that have fallen away from meat.

Strain the braising liquid, pressing out liquid from solids; discard solids. Degrease.

Heat the braising liquid to a boil and thicken to desired consistency; correct seasoning.

Return short ribs to sauce and cook, partially covered, until ribs are heated through.

Divide ribs and sauce among serving plates.

Braised Short Ribs Recipe
Braised Short Ribs
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Navy Bean Soup

How to make Navy Bean Soup Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
3 1/4cups Navy beans, picked over
1/4 cup Bacon, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1 cup Carrot, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1 cup Celery, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1 1/2 cups Onions, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1 tablespoon Garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon Sage, chopped
1 teaspoon Thyme, chopped
3 cups Chicken stock
1 Smoked ham hock
1 tablespoon Chives, minced

Method:
Soak the beans in water overnight and drain.

Cook the bacon over low heat until almost crisp.

Add the carrot, celery, and onions; cook 5 minutes.

Add the garlic, cook 1 minute. Add the herbs.

Add the chicken stock, ham hock, and white beans and bring to a simmer.

Cook until the beans are tender. Remove ham hock, cut off meat into small bits, and return meat to soup, discarding the bone.

To thicken the soup, crush some of the beans.

Taste and adjust seasoning.

Garnish each serving with chives.
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American Waldorf Salad

How to make American Waldorf Salad Recipe - This simple salad has become victim of too many ingredients, including sugar, whipped cream, grapes, dates, raisins, and so on.Well-flavored ripe apples do not need to be sweetened. Use Red Delicious,Winesap, or any other eating apple.

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
3 cups Apples, unpeeled or peeled, cored, julienned
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
1 cup Celery, julienned
1/2 cup Walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup Mayonnaise
Lettuce leaves, for garnish

Method:
Combine the apples and lemon juice; make certain the apples are well coated so they will not turn dark.

Add the celery and walnuts.

Add mayonnaise; use just enough to bind the ingredients together no more.

Arrange salad on lettuce and serve immediately.
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Warm Cranberries

How to make Warm Cranberries Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
3/4 cup Granulated sugar
3/4 cup Water
1 Orange
3 cups Cranberries

Method:
Combine the sugar and water over medium heat and bring to a boil, making sure all the sugar is dissolved.

Cut a 2-inch (5 cm) zest strip from the orange using a vegetable peeler; do not include any of the bitter, white pith.

Add the zest and cranberries to the syrup and reduce to a low simmer.

Simmer for 6 to 8 minutes or until the cranberries begin to pop, but do not overcook. The berries should be soft but still retain their shape.

Remove from the heat and leave in the syrup to cool.
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Ginger Pound Cake

How to make Ginger Pound Cake Recipe

4-6 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
2 cups All-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon Baking powder
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1 cup Unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon Orange zest, minced
1 1/4 cups Granulated sugar
3 Eggs, at room temperature
2 tablespoons Ginger, grated
1/2 cup Milk

Method:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter and lightly flour a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Cream the butter and zest until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.

Gradually add the sugar and beat until the mixture is fluffy again.

Add the eggs 1 at a time, being sure that they are well incorporated after each addition.

Mix in the ginger.

Add the flour mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour.

Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 13/4 to 2 hours, until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.

Serve cake warm with Warm Cranberries
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Spaghetti Squash

How to make Spaghetti Squash Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
1/2 small Spaghetti squash, cooked
1/4 cup Unsalted butter
to taste Salt and black pepper

Method:
Melt the butter over medium heat.

Add the cooked strands of squash and cook until heated thoroughly.

Season to taste with salt and pepper.

How to Cook Spaghetti Squash
BAKE IT:
Pierce the whole shell several times with a large fork or skewer and place in baking dish. Cook squash in preheated 375°F (190°C) oven approximately 1 hour or until flesh is tender.

BOIL IT:
Heat a pot of water large enough to hold the whole squash.When the water is boiling, drop in the squash and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, depending on its size.When a fork goes easily into the flesh, the squash is done.

MICROWAVE IT:
Cut the squash in half lengthwise; remove seeds. Place squash cut sides up in a microwave dish with 1/4 cup (2 ounces, 55 ml) water.Cover with plastic wrap and cook on high for 10 to 12 minutes, depending on size of squash.Add more cooking time if necessary. Let stand covered, for 5 minutes. Once the squash is cooked, let it cool for 10 to 20 minutes so it will be easier to handle. Cut in half (if it wasn’t already) and remove the seeds. Pull a fork lengthwise through the flesh to separate pulp into long strands.You can do these steps ahead of time.
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Green Beans

How to make Green Beans Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
2 cups Green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons Butter
Pinch Mace
1/4 teaspoon Lemon juice
To taste Salt and white pepper

Method:
String and parboil the green beans in salted boiling water for 6 to 8 minutes; check for tenderness.

Shock the beans in ice water, drain, and chill until needed.

Heat a sauté pan, add the butter, let it get light brown, then toss in the green beans. Season with mace, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
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Potatoes Parmentier

How to make Potatoes Parmentier Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
3 cups Russet potatoes, peeled, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
1/4 cup Unsalted butter
To taste Salt and black pepper
2 teaspoons Parsley, chopped

Method:
Heat the oil and butter.

Add the potatoes and sauté over medium heat for 10 to 12 minutes, or until an even golden color. Keep in warm oven.

When ready to serve, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with parsley.

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Croquette Potatoes

How to make Croquette Potatoes Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
3 cups Russet potatoes, peeled, quartered
2 tablespoons Butter, softened
1 Egg yolk
To taste Salt and white pepper
1/2 cup All-purpose flour
2 Eggs, beaten with a pinch of salt (egg wash)
3 cups Bread crumbs, dry
As needed Vegetable oil, for deep-fat frying

Method:
Place the potatoes in cold water, bring to a boil, turn down heat, and simmer for about 30 minutes, until potatoes are tender.

Drain and dry the potatoes, run them through a food mill, then add the butter and egg yolk. Season with salt and pepper.

Shape the croquettes as required. Dredge in flour, then egg wash, and coat with bread crumbs.

Deep-fry in 375°F (190°C) oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
"Shaker Style" Turkey Cutlet

"Shaker Style" Turkey Cutlet

How to make "Shaker Style" Turkey Cutlet Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
8 each Turkey cutlets
To taste Salt and black pepper
As needed Unsalted butter
1 tablespoon Shallot, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1/2 cup Dry white wine
1 1/4 cups Fond de veau de lie (brown stock)
1 cup Tomato, peeled, seeded, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1 tablespoon Parsley, chopped

Method:
Pound the turkey cutlets to approximately 1/4 inch (.6 cm) thick. Pat dry. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Dredge cutlets in flour and shake off the excess.

Heat the butter over medium-high heat. Sauté the cutlets approximately 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove and keep warm.

Discard the excess fat from the pan and return to medium-high heat. Add the shallots and cook 1 minute, stirring often.

Add the white wine and scrape up the pan drippings, reducing liquid by half.

Add the brown stock and reduce to sauce (nappe´) consistency.

Add the tomato and cook for 1 minute or until hot.

Return cutlets to the pan and reheat, then remove to plates, 2 cutlets per serving.

Stir 2 tablespoons butter into pan drippings, correct the seasoning, and add the parsley. Spoon sauce over cutlets.
Shaker Style Turkey Cutlet Recipe
Shaker Style Turkey Cutlet
Scallops with Mushrooms and Asparagus

Scallops with Mushrooms and Asparagus

How to make Scallops with Mushrooms and Asparagus Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
2 Shallots, minced
3 cups White mushrooms, sliced
2 1/2 cups Asparagus, peeled, cut into 2-inch (5 cm) pieces, blanched
1/4 cup Sherry wine
2 tablespoons Olive oil
12 ounces Scallops, sea or bay
To taste Salt and black pepper
4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped

Method:
Heat 2 tablespoons (1 ounce, 28 ml) butter and cook the shallots 1 minute.

Add the mushrooms and cook 2 minutes, stirring.

Add the asparagus, cook 1 minute, add the sherry, and set aside.

Using a nonstick pan, heat the oil until very hot.

Season the scallops, and sear until golden brown.

Add the remaining butter halfway through cooking to achieve a nutty flavor.

Divide mushrooms and asparagus among plates and top with scallops.

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley, and serve.

Scallops with Mushrooms and Asparagus Recipe
Scallops with Mushrooms and Asparagus
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Vichyssoise

How to make Vichyssoise Recipe - Most food historians generally attribute the creation of this cold soup in 1917 to Louis Diat, chef at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in New York.

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
3 cups Leeks, use white part only
1/4 cup Unsalted butter
1/2 cup White onions, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
2 cups All-purpose potatoes, peeled, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
3 cups Chicken stock
To taste Salt and white pepper
3/4 cup Milk
1 cup Heavy cream
1/3 cup Chives, snipped

Method:
Split the leeks lengthwise, wash well to remove all sand and grit, then slice them.

Heat the butter over medium heat and add the leeks and onions. Cook slowly, browning them very lightly.

Add the potatoes and chicken stock, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer. Simmer until the leeks and potatoes are very tender, approximately 45 minutes.

Puree the soup in a food processor, blender, or food mill, then run through a fine strainer.

Return puree to the heat and add the milk and 1/2 cup (4 ounces, 115 ml) cream. Season to taste and return to a boil. Strain again through a fine strainer.

Let cool, then add remaining cream. Chill thoroughly before serving, garnished with snipped chives.
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Beets Belgian Endive and Feta Salad

How to make Beets Belgian Endive and Feta Salad Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
4 cups Beets, mixed red and golden if available, whole
7 tablespoons Walnut oil
2 tablespoons Tarragon vinegar
To taste Salt and black pepper
1/4 cup Walnuts, chopped
2 Belgian endive, firm and white
1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled

Method:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).

Leaving on the tails and 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the stem on the beets, rinse them, put them in a baking pan with 1/4 inch (.6 cm) of water, cover, and bake until tender when pierced with a knife, 25 to 40 minutes depending on the size of the beets.

Cool beets, then peel and dice into 1/2-inch (1.2 cm) cubes.

Mix 6 tablespoons of the oil, the vinegar, salt, and pepper.

Toss beets in half of the vinaigrette.

Toss the walnuts with remaining walnut oil, salt, and pepper. Bake in 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 to 7 minutes or until they smell toasty. Set aside to cool.

Just before serving, quarter the endive, cut out the cores, and break into leaves.

Arrange endive leaves in a spoke pattern on individual plates. Spoon beets in the center.

Lightly dress endive with vinaigrette. Sprinkle the feta cheese over the salad and top with walnuts.

Note:
If walnut oil is unavailable, use olive oil and 1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard.
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Applesauce Cake with Caramel Glaze

How to make Applesauce Cake with Caramel Glaze Recipe

SERVES ONE 10 - INCH CAKE

Ingredients:
1 cup Unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 cups Brown sugar, packed
1 Egg
3 cups All-purpose flour
2 teaspoons Baking soda
1/4teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon Ground cloves
2 cups Applesauce, unsweetened
2 cups Raisins
1 cup Walnuts, coarsely chopped

For the Glaze:
1 cup Brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup Unsalted butter
1/4 cup Evaporated milk

Method:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch (25.4 cm) tube pan.

Cream the butter until smooth. Gradually add the brown sugar, beating until light and fluffy.

Add the egg; beat well.

Sift together 21/2 cups (10 ounces, 283 g) of the flour, the baking soda, salt, and spices. Add to the creamed mixture in batches alternating with the applesauce. Beat well after each addition.

Dredge the raisins and walnuts in the remaining flour; fold into the batter.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until cake tests done.

Cool cake in pan 15 minutes, then invert onto a cake rack to cool completely.

Meanwhile, prepare the glaze. Combine the brown sugar, butter, and milk.

Heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and the sugar is dissolved.

Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches soft-ball stage (240°F or 115°C). Remove from the heat, and beat about 5 minutes or until thick.

Drizzle the hot sauce over the cooked cake.
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Roasted Potatoes and Pearl Onions

How to make Roasted Potatoes and Pearl Onions Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
12 Red potatoes
12 Pearl onions, peeled
1 tablespoon Unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Salt to taste Black pepper
4 Thyme sprigs

Method:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Starting at the top of each potato, pare away a 1/4-inch (.6 cm)-thick band of skin in a spiral. This not only makes them look appealing but also allows the vinegar to penetrate during the slow cooking process.

Combine the onions and potatoes in a baking dish just large enough to hold them.

Add the butter and vinegar, and toss to coat.

Add salt and pepper. Bury the thyme springs in the vegetables.

Bake for 1 hour or until tender, stirring the vegetables every 15 minutes. (It is important to turn the vegetables every 15 minutes if they are to brown evenly.)
Roast Duck with Garlic and Honey

Roast Duck with Garlic and Honey

How to make Roast Duck with Garlic and Honey Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
1 Long Island duck, whole
8 Garlic cloves, peeled
to taste Salt and black pepper
3/4 cup Orange or tangerine juice, fresh, save the peels
6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
2 cups Red onions, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1 cup Parsnips, peeled, 1 inch (2.5 cm) dice
1 cup Turnips, peeled, 1 inch (2.5 cm) dice
2 cups Carrots, 1 inch (2.5 cm) dice
1 1/2 cups Dry red wine
1/4 cup Honey
2 teaspoons Thyme, chopped
1 teaspoon Black pepper

Method:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).

Rinse the duck inside and out with cold water, reserving the neck and liver. Trim the excess fat and skin.

Pat dry and make 8 incisions in the duck breast and thighs, inserting a garlic clove into\ each incision. Prick the duck skin all over with a fork, but don’t pierce the meat.

Rub the duck inside and out with orange or tangerine peels.

Truss the duck and place breast side down on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast for 20 minutes.

Turn duck breast side up and baste with fat; reduce heat to 350°F (175°C) and continue roasting and basting occasionally until desired doneness is achieved, 10 to 15 minutes more.

Heat 11/2 tablespoons (3/4 ounce, 21 ml) butter over medium-low heat, add the onions, and cook until they begin to soften, 2 minutes.

Add the duck liver and cook, stirring until liver is firm, about 5 minutes. Remove and cut liver into 1/2-inch (1.2 cm) dice, then return to pan with onions.

Add the parsnips, turnips, and carrots; cook 1 minute.

Add the remaining butter and 1/2 cup (4 ounces, 115 ml) orange juice. Cook until just tender and liquid is almost gone, then set aside.

While duck is roasting, make the sauce base. Bring the duck neck, remaining orange juice, wine, honey, thyme, and 1 teaspoon (2 g) pepper to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to very low and simmer 10 to 15 minutes, until the liquid is reduced to 1 cup (8 ounces, 235 ml).

When duck is cooked, remove and let stand 10 minutes before carving.

Meanwhile, pour the fat and pan juices into a container. Let stand until the clear yellow fat separates and rises to the top. Pour or skim off the yellow fat (which can becooled, covered, and refrigerated to use as cooking fat) and pour pan juices back into roasting pan.

Return pan to heat and add sauce base. Bring to a boil, scraping up the browned bits on the bottom of the pan. Reduce to sauce consistency and pour into a sauceboat. (Sauce may need to be thickened.)

Carve the duck and serve with the vegetable mixture and sauce.

Roast Duck with Garlic and Honey recipe
Roast Duck with Garlic and Honey
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Buffalo Chicken Wings

How to make Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe - Buffalo wings are so ingrained in our national food culture that it is hard to remember life before wings.

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
12–14 Chicken wings
6 cups Vegetable oil, for frying
1/4 cup Unsalted butter
3 tablespoons Hot sauce such as Franks or Tabasco
2 tablespoons Cider vinegar
To taste Salt
2 cups Celery sticks

For the Blue Cheese Dressing:
1/2 cup Mayonnaise
1/4 cup Yogurt
1/2 cup Blue cheese, crumbled

Method:
Cut off chicken wing tips, reserving for another use, and halve chicken wings at joint.

Heat oil to 375°F to 380°F (190°C to 193°C), pat wings dry, and fry until cooked through, golden and crisp, 5 to 8 minutes.

Drain on paper towels.

Combine butter, hot sauce, vinegar, and salt over medium heat, and warm until butter is melted.

Add chicken wings and toss to coat.

Combine the mayonnaise and yogurt, and stir in the blue cheese; dressing will not be smooth.

Serve chicken wings warm or at room temperature, with celery sticks and dressing.
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Crab Puffs

How to make Crab Puffs Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
3 ounces Crab meat, claw and back, thoroughly picked of shell
1/4 cup Cheddar cheese (sharp), grated
1 tablespoon Green onion, minced
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon Dry mustard
1/2 cup Water
1/4 cup Unsalted butter
1/8 teaspoon Salt
1/2 cup All-purpose flour
2 Eggs (large)

Method:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).

Combine the first 5 ingredients and mix well.

Combine the water, butter, and salt over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Immediately remove from heat and add the flour, beating until mixture leaves sides of pan and forms a ball.

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition.

Thoroughly blend in crab mixture.

Drop by small teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheet.

Bake 15 minutes, reduce heat to 350°F (175°C), and bake 10 minutes longer.
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Egg Cucumber and Tomato Salad

How to make Egg Cucumber and Tomato Salad Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
1/8 teaspoon Salt
1 Garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons Olive oil
1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
1/4 cup Green onions, finely diced
4 Eggs, hard-cooked, sliced
1/2 cup Celery stalk with leaves, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
1/2 cup Cucumber, peeled, seeded, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
6 Red radishes, sliced
1 head Boston (Bibb) lettuce, shredded
2 Tomatoes, ripe, thinly sliced (16 slices)

Method:
Mix the pepper, salt, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and green onions.

Combine the eggs, celery, cucumber, radishes, and lettuce with most of the dressing.

Fan some tomato slices on each plate and top with egg/lettuce mixture.

Drizzle remaining dressing on top.
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Spicy Crab Soup

How to make Spicy Crab Soup Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
1/2 cup Onion, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1/2 cup Celery, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1 cup Potato, 1/4 inch (.6 cm) dice
2 cups Tomatoes, peeled, seeded, 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) dice
1/2 cup Corn kernels
2 cups Chicken stock
1 teaspoon Old Bay seafood seasoning
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
1 cup Crab meat, lump, thoroughly picked of shell
1/2 cup Green peas
1 teaspoon Lemon juice

Method:
Heat the butter over medium heat and cook onion 4 minutes.

Add the celery and cook 3 minutes.

Add the potato, tomatoes, corn, and chicken stock.

Add the seasonings and cook 25 minutes.

Add the crab meat and peas, then simmer 10 minutes.

Correct the seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Serve with Crab Puffs
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Summer Squash Noodles

How to make Summer Squash Noodles Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
1 tablespoon Olive oil
1 cup Yellow squash, cut into long, thin "noodles"
1 cup Zucchini squash, cut into long, thin
"noodles"
1 cup Carrot, cut into long, thin “noodles” and
blanched
1 tablespoon Parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon Basil, chopped
to taste Salt and pepper

Method:
Heat the butter and oil over medium heat.

Add the vegetables and cook until heated through.

Add the herbs and correct the seasoning.
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Yoo Hoo Mix Ups

How to make Yoo Hoo Mix Ups Recipe

Makes 2 drinks

Chocolate Banana:
1 c non-fat dry milk
1/2 c Nestle' Quik chocolate drink powder
3 c water
1 T sugar
1 t banana extract

Chocolate Strawberry:
1 c non-fat dry milk
1/2 c Nestle' Quik chocolate drink powder
3 c water
2 T sugar
1 T strawberry extract

Chocolate-Mint:
1 c non-fat dry milk
1/2 c Nestle' Quik chocolate drink powder
3 c water
1/2 T sugar
1/8 t mint extract

Method:
Combine all the ingredients in a blender for the flavor of your choice and mix on low speed for 10-15 seconds or until sugar is dissolved.

Allow foam to settle, then stir before drinking. Drink is best if served cold or over ice.
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Yoo Hoo

How to make Yoo Hoo Recipe

Makes 2 drinks

Ingredients:
1/2 c Nestle chocolate powder
1 1/2 c Nonfat dry milk powder
3 c Water

Method:
Mix all contents in a blender for 30 seconds.

Refrigerate till cool.
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Yonah Schimmel Low Fat New York City Knish

How to make Yonah Schimmel Low Fat New York City Knish Recipe

Makes 4 knishes.

Ingredients:
6 md russet potatoes
2 1/2 T low-fat butter
1/4 onion,Minced
3 T fat-free chicken,(or vegetable) broth
1/2 t salt,or more to taste
1/8 t ground black pepper,or more To Taste
Seasoning blends,chives or pepper flakes,To Taste (optional)
6 sheets phyllo dough

Method:
Peel, halve and boil potatoes until tender, 15-20 minutes. Mash in a large bowl.

Saute onion in 1 1/2 tablespoons butter until translucent but not brown. Add to mashed potatoes with broth, salt, pepper and spices. Stir well.

Melt remaining tablespoon of butter. Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees.

Layer 3 sheets of phyllo dough and cut in half. Repeat with remaining 3 sheets. Spoon 1 cup of potato mixture on each section of phyllo, mold into a large ball and position off-center at one end of strip of dough. Roll ball along the length of phyllo, folding dough over bottom of filling and leaving some filling poking through the top. (Trim and discard excess dough.)

Brush melted butter over edges of knish to seal the seams and press down onto an ungreased baking sheet. Repeat with other knishes. Bake 30-40 minutes, until golden brown.
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Whitehouse Chicken Coleslaw

How to make Whitehouse Chicken Coleslaw Recipe

Ingredients:
1 1/4 lb cabbage (about 8 c.)
3/4 c vinegar
1/2 c oil
1/2 c plus 1 t. sugar
1 salt,To Taste

Method:
Shred small head of cabbage. Combine vinegar, oil, and sugar, beat with whisk til well mixed. Pour over cabbage, then salt to taste.

Mix well. Refrigerate at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
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White Cheddar Dipping Sauce

How to make White Cheddar Dipping Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:
1/2 c Heavy Cream
2 oz White Cheddar Cheese, Grated
1 TB Butter

Method:
Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until thickened. Serve hot.
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White Castle Vidalia Dip

How to make White Castle Vidalia Dip Recipe

Ingredients:
14 white castle hamburgers
1 chopped fine,buns set aside
2 1/2 c vidalia onions,Chopped
1 3/4 c hellmann's (r) mayonaise
2 c swiss cheese,Shredded
1/2 c bacon,Crumbled
1 crackers (topping) Crushed

Method:
Mix all above ingredients (except buns and crackers). Bake in casserole dish at 350 deg F. for 30-35 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes.

Put open buns under broiler until toasted. Serve dip on buns or crackers.
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Wendys Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich

How to make Wendys Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich Recipe

Makes 4 sandwiches

Ingredients:
6 c vegetable oil,up to 8
1/3 c Frank's Original Red Hot Pepper Sau
2/3 c water
1 c all-purpose flour
2 1/2 t salt
4 t cayenne pepper
1 t black pepper,Coarse Ground
1 t onion powder
1/2 t paprika
1/8 t garlic powder
4 chicken breast fillets
4 plain hamburger buns
8 t mayonnaise
4 lettuce leaves
4 tomato,Slices

Method:
Preheat 6-8 cups of oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees.

Combine the pepper sauce and water in a small bowl. Combine the flour, salt, cayenne pepper, black pepper, onion powder, paprika and garlic powder in another shallow bowl.

Pound each of the chicken pieces with a mallet until about 3/8-inch thick. Trim each breast fillet if necessary to help it fit on the bun. Working with one fillet at a time, coat each piece with the flour, then dredge it in the diluted pepper sauce.

Coat the chicken once again in the flour mixture and set it aside until the rest of the chicken is breaded. Fry the chicken fillets for 8-12 minutes or until they are light brown and crispy.

Remove the chicken to a rack or to paper towels to drain. 8. As chicken is frying, prepare each sandwich by grilling the face of the hamburger buns on a hot skillet over medium heat.

Spread about 2 teaspoons of mayonnaise on the face of each of the inverted top buns. Place a tomato slice onto the mayonnaise, then stack a leaf of lettuce on top of the tomato.

On each of the bottom buns, stack one piece of chicken. Flip the top half of each sandwich onto the bottom half and serve hot.
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Wendys Frosty

How to make Wendys Frosty Recipe

Ingredients:
3/4 c Milk
1/4 c Chocolate drink powder (Hershey (or Nestle))
4 c Vanilla ice cream

Method:
Combine all of the ingredients in a blender. Blend on medium speed until cream. Stir if necessary.

If too thin, freeze the mixture in the blender or in cups until thicker.
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Wendys Classic Greek Fresh Stuffed Pita

How to make Wendys Classic Greek Fresh Stuffed Pita Recipe

Dressing:
1/2 c water
1/8 t dry,unflavored gelatin
1/3 c white vinegar
1/2 c olive oil
1/2 t red bell,Finely Minced-pepper
1/2 t salt
1/4 t garlic powder
1/4 t worcestershire sauce
1/8 t black pepper,Coarse Ground
1 ds parsley
1 ds oregano
1 ds thyme
1 ds basil
1 T Romano cheese,Grated
1 T Parmesan cheese,Grated
2 T egg substitute

Other:
1 c feta cheese,Crumbled (4-ounce package)
1/2 c tomato,seeded and diced
1/4 c cucumber,thinly sliced and Chopped
1/4 c red onion,diced
6 c romaine lettuce,chopped
1/4 c red cabbage,shredded
1/4 c carrot,shredded
4 pita breads

Method:
Make the dressing by first dissolving the gelatin in the water. Heat the mixture in the microwave on high for two minutes or until it begins to rapidly boil. Add the vinegar, then whisk while adding the oil.

Add bell pepper, salt, garlic powder, worcestershire, black pepper, parsley, oregano, thyme and basil. Let dressing cool for about 15 minutes before adding cheeses and egg substitute. Whisk until slightly thicker, then chill. Overnight refrigeration makes the dressing thicker.

Make the Greek topping for the sandwiches by combining the crumbled feta cheese, tomato, cucumber, and red onion in a small bowl.

Prepare the salad by combining the romaine lettuce, red cabbage and
shredded carrot in a large bowl and toss.

Prepare the sandwiches by first microwaving each pita for 20 seconds.

Fold each pita in half like a taco, then add 1 to 1 1/2 cups of the romaine salad into the bread.

Add 1/2 to 1/3 cup of the greek topping to each sandwich.

Pour about a tablespoon of dressing over each sandwich and serve.
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Wendys Chili Seasoning

How to make Wendys Chili Seasoning Recipe

Ingredients:
2 T red pepper flakes
1 T seasoned salt
1 T dry oinons, crush,Minced
1 hammer very fine
1 t dry parsley flakes 1 rubbed
1 fine dust
1 t granulated garlic hammer
1 to
1 bits
1 env taco sauce mix

Method:
Stir all ingredients well together and store in a bottle with tight cap. Keep at room temp and use within 6 months.
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Wendys Chili

How to make Wendys Chili Recipe

Makes about 12 servings

Ingredients:
2 lb beef,Ground
One 29-ounce can tomato sauce
One 29-ounce can kidney beans,(with liquid)
One 29-ounce can pinto beans,(with liquid)
1 c diced onion,(1 medium onion)
1/2 c diced green chili,(2 chilies)
1/4 c diced celery,(1 stalk)
3 md tomatoes,chopped
2 t cumin powder
3 T chili powder
1 1/2 t black pepper
2 t salt
2 c water

Method:
Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat; drain off the fat.

Using a fork, crumble the cooked beef into pea-size pieces.

In a large pot, combine the beef plus all the remaining ingredients, and bring to a simmer over low heat. Cook, stirring every 15 minutes, for 2 to 3 hours.
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Wendys Chicken Caesar Fresh Stuffed Pita

How to make Wendys Chicken Caesar Fresh Stuffed Pita Recipe

Serves 4

Dressing:
1/2 c water
1/8 t dry,unflavored gelatin
1/3 c white vinegar
1/2 c olive oil
1/2 t red bell,Finely Minced-pepper
1/2 t salt
1/4 t garlic powder
1/4 t worcestershire sauce
1/8 t black pepper,Coarse Ground
1 ds parsley
1 ds oregano
1 ds thyme
1 ds basil
1 T Romano cheese,Grated
1 T Parmesan cheese,Grated
2 T egg substitute

Other:
2 boneless,skinless chicken breasts
salt
pepper
6 c romaine lettuce,chopped
1/4 c red cabbage,shredded
1/4 c carrot,shredded
4 pita breads
4 t shredded,fresh parmesan

Method:
Make the dressing by first dissolving the gelatin in the water. Heat the mixture in the microwave on high for two minutes or until it beginsto rapidly boil. Add the vinegar, then whisk while adding the oil. Add bell pepper, salt, garlic powder, worcestershire, black pepper, parsley, oregano, thyme and basil. Let dressing cool for about 15 minutes before adding cheeses and egg substitute. Whisk until slightly thicker, then chill. Overnight refrigeration makes the dressing thicker.

Preheat a barbecue or indoor grill to medium heat. Salt and pepper the chicken, then grill it for 5 minutes per side, or until done. Remove chicken from the grill and dice it.

While chicken cooks, prepare the salad by combining the romaine lettuce, red cabbage and shredded carrot in a large bowl and toss.

Prepare the sandwiches by first microwaving each pita for 20 seconds.

Fold each pita in half like a taco, then add 1 to 1 1/2 cups of the romaine salad into the bread.

Add about 1/3 cup of diced chicken on top of the salad in the pita.

Pour about a tablespoon of dressing over each sandwich.

Sprinkle about a teaspoon of shredded fresh parmesan on top of each one and serve.
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Smart Ones Banana Muffins

How to make Smart Ones Banana Muffins Recipe

Ingredients:
1 1/4 c sugar
1/2 c banana,Mashed
1/2 c milk
1/3 c buttermilk
1 T egg substitute
1 t oil
1 t vanilla
1/2 t banana flavoring
1/4 t lemon extract
1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
1/2 t baking soda
1/2 t baking powder
3/4 t salt

Method:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Combine sugar, banana, milk, buttermilk, egg substitute, oil, vanilla, banana flavoring and lemon extract in a large bowl. Mix well with electric mixer on high speed.

In a medium bowl combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredient with the electric mixer.

Pour batter into muffin cups in a muffin pan until each cup is about 2/3 full.

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until muffins turn light brown on top.
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Waffle House Waffles

How to make Waffle House Waffles Recipe

Makes 6 waffles

Ingredients:
1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
1 t salt
1/2 t baking soda
1 egg
1/2 c plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 T butter,softened
2 T shortening
1/2 c half & half
1/2 c milk
1/4 c buttermilk
1/4 t vanilla

Method:
Combine flour, salt and baking soda in a medium bowl. Stir to combine.

Lightly beat the egg in another medium bowl. Add the sugar, butter, and shortening and mix well with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the half & half, milk, buttermilk and vanilla. Mix well.

Add the dry flour mixture to the wet mixture while beating. Mix until smooth.

Cover and chill overnight.

Rub a light coating of vegetable oil on a waffle iron. Preheat the waffle iron. Leave the batter out of the refrigerator to warm up a bit as your waffle iron is preheating.

Spoon 1/3 to 1/2 cup of batter into the waffle iron and cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the waffles are light brown.
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V-8 For Canning

How to make V-8 For Canning Recipe

Ingredients:
8 qt tomatoes,Cut Up
2 md onions,diced
1 1/4 c celery,Diced
1 green pepper,large, seeded andChopped
3 bay leaves
3 T sugar
10 basil leaves
1/2 t pepper
2 t worcestershire sauce (optional)
4 t salt,if desired

Method:
In a large enameled kettle, simmer the tomatoes over low heat until soft.

Put through a fine sieve or food mill to remove skins and seeds and set the strained juice aside. Rinse the kettle and into it measure 2 cups of the tomato juice. Add the onions, celery, pepper, etc.

Boil over medium heat, stirring and adding extra juice as needed to keep the mixture from sticking - until soft enough to strain through your sieve or food mill.

Add 3 1/2 teaspoons citric acid (or 2/3 cup bottled lemon juice OR 3/4 cup white vinegar) and the rest of the tomato juice. Bring to simmering.

Pack hot, leaving 1/2 inch of headroom. Process in a BW bath: 15 minutes for pints, 20 minutes for quarts. Remove jars. Alternate: We use 3-5 Hungarian wax peppers instead of the green pepper for added kick. Makes a spicy, hot juice. Or you could use jalapenos, but not too many.
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Uncle Bens Seasoned Long Grain and Wild Rice

How to make Uncle Bens Seasoned Long Grain and Wild Rice Recipe

Ingredients:
1 tb chicken bouillon powder
1 ts dry chopped onion
1/2 ts dry minced parsley
1/4 ts garlic powder
1/4 ts onion powder
1 ts ground turmeric
1/2 ts ground cumin
1/4 ts ground ginger
1/2 ts black pepper
1 1/2 ts season salt to 2 ts
2 c water
2 tb butter or margarine

Method:
1 c Premium Minute Rice 1/3 c Dry wild rice Combine all of the ingredients as listed in Dry Mix in medium saucepan.

Add to this water, butter, rice and dry wild rice. Bring to boil. Stir once or twice just to combine. Cover pan with lid tightly.
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Two Ingredient Biscuit Bread

How to make Two Ingredient Biscuit Bread Recipe

Makes one 9" loaf

Ingredients:
12 oz 7-up
4 c bisquick baking mix

Method:
Stir the 2 ingredients together just till moistened & still a bit lumpy. dump batter into a greased 9" metal bread loaf pan. Let it stand 10 minutes to "proof" (get a head-start on rising) and bake in preheated 400 degree F. oven nearly an hour.

To test bread for doneness even-though the crust appears brown and you think it's done insert a paper covered wire trash bag "twist" through center of the loaf till tester touches bottom of pan.

Be sure it is removed with no trace of wet batter before removing bread to cool in the pan on wire rack for at least 2 hours before removing it from pan & then another 2 hours before you attempt to slice it.
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Turtle Cookies

How to make Turtle Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:
1/2 c butter (or margarine)
1/2 c light brown sugar 1 packed
1 whole egg
1 egg yolk
1 egg white
1/4 t vanilla
1/8 t maple flavoring
1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
1/4 t salt
1/4 t baking soda
1 pecan halves
2 oz solid baking chocolate
1/4 c milk
1 T butter
1 lb powdered sugar.

FROSTING:
Cream butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, eggyolk, vanilla and maple flavoring. Set aside. Sift together flour, salt, and baking soda. Add dry ingredients gradually to the creamed mixture until you have smooth dough and then chill 2 hours. Shape 1 ts dough into balls. These should be oval shaped like a turtle body.

Dip bottoms into little of egg white. Press slightly onto greased cookie sheet on which groups of 5 pecan halves have already been placed to form a head and 4 feet of turtles. Bake at 350 10 to 12 minutes or until set and when cool, frost.

FROSTING-Melt:
chocolate, milk and butter. Beat in the powdered sugar until smooth.
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Trader Vic's Mauna Kea Chicken

How to make Trader Vic's Mauna Kea Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:
1 lb chicken breasts
Boneless/Skinless
8 oz Water Chestnuts/Whole,Canned
1/4 lb mushrooms
1 lg yellow onion
1/4 lb fresh spinach
1 red pepper
1/2 c bamboo shoots,Canned drained
1 sl gingerroot (1/4 inch thick) OR 2 t red ginger
3 Stalks celery
2 T vegetable oil (or peanut oil)
2 T oyster sauce,(2 to 3)
1/4 t salt
1 1/4 c chicken broth
1 8 Oz. Can pineapple chunks in unsweetened
juice (drain,but reserve liquid)
1 1/2 T corn starch
1 banana

Method:
Slice chicken into 1 1/2 inch long pieces. Slice the water chestnuts, mushrooms and yellow onion. Wash the spinach; remove and discard tough stems, slice the leaves.

Thinly slice red pepper; reserve for garnish. Julienne the bamboo shoots, gingerroot and celery. Heat a wok or large skillet until very hot. Add the oil. When the oil is very hot, add the sliced chicken.

Toss the chicken with chopsticks or two wooden spoons; stir-fry for about 2 minutes or until chicken starts to lose its pink color.. Add the bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, celery, gingerroot, mushrooms, onion, oyster sauce and salt to the chicken in the wok.

Stir-fry a few minutes longer, tossing with two chopsticks until the chicken is thoroughly cooked. Add the chicken broth; cover the wok and steam the chicken and the vegetables for about 1 minute over high heat.

Remove from heat. Tip wok over a medium-sized bowl, keeping the wok partially covered with the lid. Let the excess liquid drain into the bowl. Add the reserved pineapple juice and cornstarch to the liquid in the bowl.

Stir to combine. Stir the cornstarch mixture back into the chicken mixture in the wok. Cook over medium heat, stirring, about 2 minutes or until the sauce is thick and translucent.

Peel and slice the banana. Remove wok from heat and add the chicken mixture; toss gently with the chopsticks.

Serve over fluffy white rice; garnish with red-pepper strips.
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Trader Joes Heroic Baklava

How to make Trader Joes Heroic Baklava Recipe

Makes about 24 pieces

Ingredients:
1 lb phyllo dough
1/2 lb butter,melted
Nut Filling
1 1/2 lb Walnuts,Unsalted
Toasted/ Coarse,Chopped
1 c sugar
1 1/2 t cinnamon,Ground
1/2 t cloves,Ground
SYRUP
1 c honey
3/4 c water
1/4 c sugar
2 T lemon juice
1 sm lemon peel
1 sm orange peel
1 cinnamon stick,1 Inch

Method:
Combine nuts, sugar, ground cinnamon and cloves. Set aside. Combine honey, water, sugar, lemon juice, lemon and orange peels and cinnamon stick in saucepan.

Simmer 10 minutes.

When syrup has cooled, discard peels and cinnamon stick. Set aside. Unwrap phyllo dough and fold entire amount in half, like pages of book. Keep covered with dry kitchen towel while working.

Turn over one sheet as if opening "book". brush with melted butter, using soft brush. Continue turning sheets and brushing with margarine until 1/3 have been brushed with butter.

Lay flat in bottom of buttered 13"x9" baking pan. Cover with 1/2 of nut filling. Brush another 1/3 of pages and place over nuts in pan, laying flat. Top with remaining nut filling.

Brush remaining pages and lay flat on top. Brush top sheet with remaining margarine. With sharp knife, score pastry into diamonds, without quite cutting through to bottom. (To make diagonals, cut parallel horizontal cuts across pan, then cross diagonally from one end of each horizontal line).

Bake at 350 degrees, 35 to 40 minutes or until puffed, crisp and deep golden in color. Immediately remove from oven and pour cooled syrup over baklava.

Let stand 4 hours. When cool, cut through to bottom layer in scored cuts
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Mrs. Fields Peanut Butter Dream Bars

How to make Mrs. Fields Peanut Butter Dream Bars Recipe

Ingredients:
8 mrs. fields chocolate chip cookies,(see recipe)
5 T butter,Melted
3/4 c peanut butter
1 1/2 c powdered sugar
12 oz milk-chocolate chips

Method:
Preheat the oven to 350.

Crumble the cookies into a medium mixing bowl. Add the melted butter; stir until the mixture darkens and the butter is evenly mixed in. Pour the mixture into a ungreased 9x9" baking pan.

Press the dough down solidly into the pan and bake for 10 minutes, or until firm around edges. When done, cool in the refrigerator.

Mix the peanut butter and sugar until blended. The mixture should have a doughy texture that allows you to knead it with your hands. Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler over low heat, stirring often. You may also melt them in a microwave oven set on high for 2 minutes, stirring halfway through the heating time. When the dough is cool, spread half of the melted chocolate over the surface.

Cool in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes, or until hardened. Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the surface of the chocolate.

Spread the remaining chocolate over the peanut butter, covering to the edges of the pan. Cool the finished product in the refrigerator or let it sit at room temperature until hardened. Slice into five even rows and then once down the middle.
Monday, November 24, 2014
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Mrs. Fields Chocolate Chip Cookies

How to make Mrs. Fields Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:
1 c butter,Softened
1/2 c sugar
1 1/2 c brown sugar,Packed
2 eggs
2 1/2 t vanilla
2 1/2 c all purpose flour
3/4 t salt
1 t baking powder
1 t baking soda
18 oz semisweet chocolate chips

Method:
Preheat the oven to 350. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla. Sift together the flours, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Combine the wet and dry ingredients.

Stir in chocolate chips. With your fingers, place golf-ball-size dough portions 2" apart on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 9 minutes, or until edges are light brown.

Note:
Do not exceed baking time even if they look underbaked. Finished product should be soft in the middle and crunchy around the edges.

Variations:
Substitute milk chocolate for the semisweet and/or add 1-1/2 cups of chopped walnuts or macadamia nuts to the recipe before baking. For the best cookie, don't substitute margarine for the butter.
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Mcdonald's Mcd.L.T.

How to make Mcdonald's Mcd.L.T. Recipe

Ingredients:
1 sesame seed hamburger bun
1/8 t prepared mustard
1 t catsup
2 md onion rings,chopped
3 dill pickle,Slices
1/4 c lettuce,Chopped
1 T mayonnaise
1 sl american cheese
2 tomato,Slices
1/4 lb beef,Ground
1 ds salt

Method:
Lightly brown both halves of the hamburger bun, face down, in a hot pan. Set aside; keep the pan hot. Build the cool side of the sandwich in the following stacking order from the bottom up: bottom bun, mustard, catsup, chopped onion, pickle slices, chopped lettuce, mayonnaise, American cheese slice, tomato slices.

With your hands, form the ground beef into a thin patty slightly larger in diameter than the bun. Cook the patty in the hot pan for 2-3 minutes per side.

Salt lightly Build the hot side in the following stacking order from the bottom up: top bun, beef patty. When you are ready to eat, slap the cool side and the hot side together.
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Ihop Pancakes

How to make Ihop Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients:
1 nonstick spray
1 1/4 c flour
1 egg
1/4 c sugar
1 heaping tsp. baking powder
1 t baking soda
1/4 c cooking oil

Method:
Preheat a skillet over medium heat.

Use a pan wiht a nonstick surface or apply a little nonstick spray. In a blender or with a mixer, combine all of the remaining ingredients until smooth.

Pour the batter by spoonfuls into the hot pan, forming 5" circles. When the edges appear to harden, flip the pancakes. They should be light brown. Cook on the other disde for same amount of time, until light brown.
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Tony Romas Ribs Clone

How to make Tony Romas Ribs Clone Recipe

Ingredients:
4 lb baby back pork ribs
barbecue sauce for coating
1 c ketchup
1 c vinegar
1/2 c dark corn syrup
2 ts sugar
1/2 ts salt
1/4 ts garlic powder
1/4 ts onion powder
1/4 ts Tabasco sauce

Ribs:
When you buy ribs at the butcher counter, you often get a full rack of ribs that won't fit on a plate. Usually you have to cut these long racks in half to get the perfect serving size (about 4 to 6 bones per half rack.) You'll get 4 such half racks from 2 full racks of ribs.

Method:
Preheat the oven to 300 F.

Tear off 4 pieces of aluminum foil that are roughly 6 inches longer than the ribs. Coat the ribs, front and back, with the barbecue sauce. Place a rack of ribs, one at a time, onto a piece of foil lengthwise and wrap it tightly.

Place the ribs into the oven, with the seam of the foil wrap facing up. Cook for 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until you see the meat of the ribs shrinking back from the cut ends of the bones by about 1/2 inch. This long cooking time will ensure that the meat is tender.

Toward the end of the cooking time, prepare the barbecue grill. Remove the ribs from the foil and smother them with additional barbecue sauce. Be sure to save some of the sauce for later.

Grill the ribs on the hot barbecue for 2 to 4 minutes per side, or just until you see several spots of charred sauce. Watch for flames and do not burn.

When the ribs are done, use a sharp knife to slice the meat between each bone about halfway down. This will make it easier to tear the ribs apart when they are served. Serve the ribs piping hot with additional sauce on the side, if desired.

Sauce:
Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan over high heat. Use a whisk to blend the ingredients until smooth. When the mixture comes to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer uncovered. In 30 to 45 minutes, when the mixture thickens, remove it from the heat. If you want a thicker sauce, heat it longer. If you make the sauce too thick, thin it with more vinegar.
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Tony Roma's Blue Ridge Smokies Sauce

How to make Tony Roma's Blue Ridge Smokies Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:
1 c ketchup
1 c apple cider vinegar
1/2 c sugar (brown),packed
1/4 c molasses
1 1/2 t liquid smoke,very optional
1/2 t salt
1/4 t pepper (black),rounded
1/4 t garlic powder
1/4 t onion powder

Method:
Combine all of the ingredients in a medium saucepan over high heat, and whisk until smooth.

Bring sauce to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes or until sauce has thickened. Use on pork spareribs
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Tony Romas Baked Potato Soup

How to make Tony Romas Baked Potato Soup Recipe

Serves 6 to 8

Ingredients:
2 md potatoes,(about 2 cups),Chopped
3 T butter
1 c white onion,Diced
2 T flour
4 c chicken stock
2 c water
1/4 c cornstarch
1 1/2 c mashed potatoes,Instant
1 t salt
3/4 t pepper
1/2 t basil
1/8 t thyme
1 c half and half

Garnish:
1/2 c cheddar cheese,Shredded
1/4 c crumbled bacon,Cooked
2 green onions,chopped (green part only)

Method:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees and bake the potatoes or 1 hour or until done. When potatoes have cooked remove them from the oven to cool.

As potatoes cool prepare soup by melting butter in a large saucepan, and saut onion until light brown. Add the flour to the onions and stir to make a roux.

Add stock, water, cornstarch, mashed potatoes, and spices to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

Cut potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out contents with a large spoon. Discard skin. Chop baked potato with a large knife to make chunks that are about 1/2-inch in size.

Add chopped baked potato and half-and-half to the saucepan, bring soup back to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer the soup for another 15 minutes or until it is thick.

Spoon about 1 1/2 cups of soup into a bowl and top with about a tablespoon of shredded cheddar cheese, a half tablespoon of crumbled bacon and a teaspoon or so of chopped green onion. Repeat for remaining servings.
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Tomato Soup 4 B's

How to make Tomato Soup 4 B's Recipe

Yield: 8 Servings

Ingredients:
1 cn 28 0z tomatoes,Diced
1 c chicken broth
1/4 c butter
2 T sugar
1 T onion,Chopped
1/8 t baking soda
2 c milk

Method:
In a saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients. Cover and simmer for 1 hour. Heat milk, add to tomato mixture just before serving. makes
about 1 1/2 quarts.
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Three Ingredient Muffin Bread

How to make Three Ingredient Muffin Bread Recipe

Ingredients:
12 oz 7-up
2 eggs
4 c bisquick baking mix

Method:
Use wire whisk to beat 7-UP & eggs about 5 or 6 times & dump in biscuit mix, stirring with sturdy spoon only till it is completely moistened. Batter will be a bit lumpy. Pour into a greased 9" metal bread loaf pan. Let stand 10 minutes.

Bake at 400 degrees F. nearly an hour or until it tests done as suggested in the Two Ingredient Biscuit Bread recipe.

Options:
Because the bread has very little flavor of its own, you may add 1 tablespoon of any flavoring or extract to the 7-UP when you beat in the eggs. OR you can add 1 tsp of any powdered spice such as nutmeg or cinnamon.

Blueberries in the batter makes a lovely tea bread, if you will stir into the batter before you let it stand those 10 minutes 1 cup frozen (unthawed) blueberries having added the flavoring or extract of your choice or even bottled grated orange or lemon peel in place of the spice. Bake as directed in recipe above.
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Thin Mints

How to make Thin Mints Recipe

Makes 108 cookies

Ingredients:
3 10-ounce bags Nestle Mint  Chocolate  Morsels
6 T shortening
108 chocolate wafers,(from TSR improved version of Nabisco Oreo)

Method:
Combine mint chocolate chips with shortening in a large microwave safe glass or ceramic bowl. Heat on 50% power for 2 minutes, stir (with a plastic or wooden spoon), then heat for an additional minute. Stir once again, and if chocolate is not a smooth consistency, continue to zap in microwave in 30 second intervals until smooth.

Use a fork to dip each wafer in the chocolate, tap the fork on the edge of the bowl so that the excess chocolate runs off, and then place the cookies side-byside on a wax paper lined baking sheet. Refrigerate until firm.
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Soup Nazi's Mexican Chicken Chili

How to make Soup Nazi's Mexican Chicken Chili Recipe

Makes 4-6 servings

Ingredients:
1 lb chicken breast fillets,(4 fillets)
1 T olive oil
10 c water
2 c chicken stock
1/2 c tomato sauce
1 potato,peeled & chopped
1 sm onion,diced
1 c yellow corn,Frozen
1/2 carrot,sliced
1 celery stalk,diced
1 c diced tomatoes,Canned
1 15-ounce can red kidney beans,plus liquid
1/4 c diced pimento,Canned
1 jalapeno,diced
1/4 c Italian parsley,Chopped
1 clove garlic,minced
1 1/2 t chili powder
1 t cumin
1/4 t salt
1 ds cayenne pepper
1 ds basil
1 ds oregano

On the side:
Sour cream
1 pn Italian parsley,Chopped

Method:
Saut the chicken breasts in the olive oil in a large pot over medium/high heat. Cook the chicken on both side until done -- about 7- 10 minutes per side. Cool the chicken until it can be handled. Do not rinse the pot.

Shred the chicken by hand into bite-sizes pieces and place the pieces back into the pot.

Add the remaining ingredients to the pot and turn heat to high. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 4-5 hours. Stir mixture often so that many of the chicken pieces shred into much smaller bits. Chili should reduce substantially to thicken and darken (less orange, more brown) when done.

Combine some chopped Italian parsley with sour cream and serve it on the side for topping the chili, if desired.
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Soup Nazi's Indian Mulligatawny Soup

How to make Soup Nazi's Indian Mulligatawny Soup Recipe

Makes 4-6 servings

Ingredients:
4 qt water,(16 cups)
6 c chicken stock
2 potatoes,peeled & sliced
2 carrots,peeled & sliced
2 stalks celery,with tops
2 c peeled & eggplant,Diced (about 1/2 of an eggplant)
1 md onion,chopped
1 c yellow corn,Frozen
2/3 c roasted red pepper,Canned diced
1/2 c tomato sauce
1/2 c pistachios,Shelled
1/2 c roasted cashews
1/2 c fresh Italian,Chopped
-parsley
1/4 c lemon juice
1/4 c butter
3 T sugar
1/2 t curry powder
1/2 t pepper
1/4 t thyme
1 bay leaf
1 ds marjoram
1 ds nutmeg

Method:
Combine all ingredients in a large pot over high heat.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 4-5 hours or until soup has reduced by more than half, and is thick and brownish in color. It should have the consistency of chili.

Stir occasionally for the first few hours, but stir often in the last hour. The edges of the potatoes should become more rounded, and the nuts will soften. Serve hot.
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Soup Nazi's Cream Of Sweet Potato Soup

How to make Soup Nazi's Cream Of Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

Makes 6-8 servings

Ingredients:
4 sweet potatoes,(about 1 pound each)
8 c water
1/3 c butter
1/2 c tomato sauce
2 T half and half
2 t salt
1/8 t pepper
1 ds thyme
1 c cashews,(split in half)

Method:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Bake the sweet potatoes for 45 minutes or until they are soft. Cool the potatoes until they can be handled.

Peel away the skin, then put the potatoes into a large bowl. Mash the potatoes for 15-20 seconds, but you don't need to mash them until they are entirely smooth.

Spoon the mashed sweet potato into a large saucepan over medium/high heat, add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine.

When the soup begins to boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 50-60 minutes. Cashews should be soft. Serve hot with an attitude.
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Soup Nazi's Crab Bisque

How to make Soup Nazi's Crab Bisque Recipe

Makes 4-6 servings

Ingredients:
4 lb snow crab clusters,(legs)
4 qt water,(16 cups)
1 sm onion,chopped
1 1/2 stalks celery,chopped
2 cloves garlic,quartered
2 potatoes,peeled and chopped
1/4 c fresh Italian,Chopped
-parsley
2 t mustard seed
1 T pimento,Chopped
1/2 t pepper,Coarse Ground
2 bay leaves
1/3 c tomato sauce
2 T half and half
1/4 c butter,Unsalted
1/4 t thyme
1/8 t basil
1/8 t marjoram

Method:
Remove all the crab meat from the shells and set it aside.

Put half of the shells into a large pot with 4 quarts of water over high heat. Add onion 1 stalk of chopped celery, and garlic, then bring mixture to a boil. Continue to boil for 1 hour, stirring occasionally (The white npart of the shells will start to become transparent), then strain stock. Discard the shells, onion, celery and garlic, keeping only the stock.

Measure 3 quarts (12 cups) of the stock into a large sauce pan or cooking pot. If you don't have enough stock, add enough water to make 3 quarts.

Add potatoes, bring mixture to a boil, then add 1/2 of the crab and the remaining ingredients to the pot and bring it back to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer for 4 hours, uncovered until it reduces by about half and starts to thicken. Add the remaining crab and simmer for another hour until the soup is very thick.
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Real Neiman Marcus Chocolate Chip Cookie

How to make Real Neiman Marcus Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Makes 15 large cookies

Ingredients:
1/2 c unsalted butter,softened
1 c brown sugar
3 T granulated sugar
1 egg
2 t vanilla extract
1/2 t baking soda
1/2 t baking powder
1/2 t salt
1 3/4 c flour
1 1/2 t instant coffee,slightly, crushed
8 oz semisweet chocolate chips

Method:
Cream the butter with the sugars until fluffy.

Beat in the egg and the vanilla extract

Combine the dry ingredients and beat into the butter mixture.

Stir in the chocolate chips.

Drop by large spoonfuls onto a greased cookie sheet.

Bake at 375 degrees for 8- 10 minutes, or 10-12 minutes for a crispier cookie.
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The Machine Shed's Baked Potato Soup

How to make Machine Shed's Baked Potato Soup Recipe

Ingredients:
2 1/2 lb baby red potatoes, quartered
1/2 lb raw bacon, diced
1 jumbo yellow onion, diced
1/4 bn celery, diced
1 qt milk
1 qt water
2 TB chicken base
1 ts salt
1 ts black pepper
3/4 c margarine (about) (1 1/2 sticks)
3/4 c flour (about)
1/4 bn parsley, chopped
1 c whipping cream Shredded Colby cheese fried bacon bits and/or chopped green onions for garnish

Method:
Boil potatoes in water to cover 1 minute. Drain; set aside.

In large, heavy pot, saute bacon, onions and celery over medium-high heat until celery is tender. Drain grease and return bacon, onions and celery to pot.

Add milk, water, chicken base, salt and pepper. Heat over medium-high heat until very hot but do not let soup boil.

In heavy, large saucepan over low heat, melt margarine. Stir in flour to make a roux. Mix well and let bubble, stirring 1 minute. If desired, a larger amount of roux can be made to produce a thicker soup.

Gradually add roux to soup, stirring constantly. Continue to cook, stirring, until thick and creamy.

Stir in potatoes, parsley and cream. Serve hot, garnished with cheese, bacon bits and/or onions. Makes 6 to 8 servings.
Sunday, November 23, 2014
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Tastycake Chocolate Cupcakes

How to make Tastycake Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe

Ingredients:
3 eggs
1/2 c oil
1 1/3 c water
1 chocolate icing
5 1/3 T butter,Softened
1/2 c semisweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 t vanilla extract
1 T milk
2 1/4 c powdered sugar
1 buttercream filling
5 1/3 T butter,Softened
1 1/2 t vanilla extract
2 1/2 T milk
1/8 t salt
3 c powdered sugar
1 filling
1/2 c shortening
1/2 t vanilla extract
1 pn salt
1 c powdered sugar
1 duncan hines devils food
1 cake mix

Method:
Preheat the oven to 350.

Make the cupcakes according to the directions on the box. While the cupcakes bake, make the chocolate and/or butter cream icings.

Chocolate Icing In a mixing bowl, combine the butter with the chocolate chips melted in a microwave set on high for 30 to 45 seconds. Blend in the vanilla, milk and powdered sugar and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Butter cream Icing Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and beat until smooth. If you're making the filled cupcakes, combine the ingredients for the filling in another mixing bowl and beat until fluffy. When the cupcakes are cool, complete each by following these directions.

CHOCOLATE-ICED:
First spread a layer of chocolate frosting on each cupcake. Then, using a pastry bag with a small, round tip, draw a single straight line of buttercream icing down the middle of the chocolate icing.

BUTTERCREAM-ICED:
First spread a layer of buttercream icing evenly over the top of each cupcake. Then, using a pastry bag with a small round tip, draw a straight line of chocolate icing down the middle of the buttercream icing.

CREME-FILLED:
If you want the cupcakes filled you need to do it before you frost them. Use a toothpick or skewer to make a hole in the top of the unfrosted cupcake. Stick the toothpick into the middle of the cupcake and then swirl it around to carve out a cavity in the middle of the cake. This is where the filling will go. Use a pastry bag to inject about 1 tsp of filling into each cupcake, to fill the hole. When you ice your cupcakes, the icing will neatly hide the hole you made.
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