4 pounds Round (7-bone chuck roast), Cut 2" thick
2 teaspoons Meat tenderizer
3 each Green onions, chopped
1 each Garlic clove
1/4 each Green Pepper (diced)
2 each Stalks Celery, diced
1/2 teaspoon Oregano
1/2 teaspoon Rosemary
1 dash Cayenne
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3/4 cup Burgundy wine
3 tablespoons Peanut oil
Slash fat edges. Sprinkle both sides of roast evenly with meat tenderizer.
Pierce meat deeply all over with fork.
Place in shallow dish and top with green onions, garlic, green pepper,
celery, oregano, rosemary and cayenne.
Combine worcestershire, burgundy and oil and pour over meat. Refrigerate
overnight, turning meat several times, each time spooning the chopped
ingredients over top again.
Sear both sides over glowing coals. Raise grill and continue cooking,
having meat about six inches from heat, until done as desired. Allow from
50 to 60 minues for total cooking time. Brush frequently during cooking with
any remaining marinade.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Grilled Leek And Sweet Pepper
2 medium leeks, green tops trimmed, split up to the root ends, cleaned
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 large red bell pepper
1 large yellow bell pepper
4 Tablespoon unsalted butter
1 large clove, garlic, minced fine
1/3 cup dry vermouth
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
12 oz. fresh fettuccine
1 Tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Prepare a medium-hot fire in the grill. Coat the leeks with olive oil.
Place the leeks and peppers on the cooking grid directly over the fire.
Grill, turning as needed, until leeks are tender and golden brown, about
10-12 minutes, and skin of peppers is charred, about 15 minutes. Remove the
leeks from grill and let cool. Remove the peppers from the grill and place
in a paper or plastic bag and seal; set aside and allow to steam.
When cool, trim root ends from leeks, then cut into thin strips. Peel and
seed bell peppers and cut into thin strips.
Meanwhile, heat a large pot of water to boiling.
Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook,
stirring frequently, until pale golden. Add vermouth, and reduce to syrupy
consistency. Stir in leeks and peppers and season with salt and pepper.
Salt boiling water, add pasta, and cook until tender but still firm to the
bite. Drain thoroughly, add to skillet and toss well. Sprinkle with thyme
and serve hot.
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 large red bell pepper
1 large yellow bell pepper
4 Tablespoon unsalted butter
1 large clove, garlic, minced fine
1/3 cup dry vermouth
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
12 oz. fresh fettuccine
1 Tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Prepare a medium-hot fire in the grill. Coat the leeks with olive oil.
Place the leeks and peppers on the cooking grid directly over the fire.
Grill, turning as needed, until leeks are tender and golden brown, about
10-12 minutes, and skin of peppers is charred, about 15 minutes. Remove the
leeks from grill and let cool. Remove the peppers from the grill and place
in a paper or plastic bag and seal; set aside and allow to steam.
When cool, trim root ends from leeks, then cut into thin strips. Peel and
seed bell peppers and cut into thin strips.
Meanwhile, heat a large pot of water to boiling.
Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook,
stirring frequently, until pale golden. Add vermouth, and reduce to syrupy
consistency. Stir in leeks and peppers and season with salt and pepper.
Salt boiling water, add pasta, and cook until tender but still firm to the
bite. Drain thoroughly, add to skillet and toss well. Sprinkle with thyme
and serve hot.
Grilled Halibut With Oriental Sauce
1/4 cup orange juice
2 Tablespoons soy sauce
2 Tablespoons ketchup
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
2 Tablespoons fresh parsley or 1 Tbsp dried parsley, chopped
1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 Teaspoon oregano
1/2 Teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
4 6-oz. halibut steaks, cleaned
Combine orange juice, soy sauce, ketchup, oil, parsley, lemon juice,
oregano, pepper and garlic in a small bowl. Brush the mixture evenly on the
steaks, refrigerate.
Brush the grill lightly with oil. Light the coals or gas grill for a medium fire.
Place the steaks on the grill rack and cook turning once, about 5 to 6 minutes
per side, or until the steaks flake when tested with a fork.
2 Tablespoons soy sauce
2 Tablespoons ketchup
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
2 Tablespoons fresh parsley or 1 Tbsp dried parsley, chopped
1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 Teaspoon oregano
1/2 Teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
4 6-oz. halibut steaks, cleaned
Combine orange juice, soy sauce, ketchup, oil, parsley, lemon juice,
oregano, pepper and garlic in a small bowl. Brush the mixture evenly on the
steaks, refrigerate.
Brush the grill lightly with oil. Light the coals or gas grill for a medium fire.
Place the steaks on the grill rack and cook turning once, about 5 to 6 minutes
per side, or until the steaks flake when tested with a fork.
Grilled Pork Shoulder Steaks
1-1/2 tablespoons Hungarian paprika
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest (zest from 1 lemon)
1 tablespoon dried marjoram
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds, crushed
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
8 boneless pork shoulder steaks, cut 3/4-inch thick
In a small bowl combine paprika, coriander, lemon zest, marjoram,
garlic powder, salt, pepper, cumin, caraway seeds, and cinnamon. Rub
herb mixture on both sides of steaks, pressing into surface.
Place steaks in center of cooking grate. Grill 10 minutes for medium
(160F) or 12 to 14 minutes for well-done (170F), turning once halfway
through grilling time.
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest (zest from 1 lemon)
1 tablespoon dried marjoram
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds, crushed
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
8 boneless pork shoulder steaks, cut 3/4-inch thick
In a small bowl combine paprika, coriander, lemon zest, marjoram,
garlic powder, salt, pepper, cumin, caraway seeds, and cinnamon. Rub
herb mixture on both sides of steaks, pressing into surface.
Place steaks in center of cooking grate. Grill 10 minutes for medium
(160F) or 12 to 14 minutes for well-done (170F), turning once halfway
through grilling time.
Tangy Rib Eye Steaks
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup real maple syrup
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 cup beer
4 (10 ounce) beef rib eye steaks
In a medium size mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, maple syrup, chopped
garlic, grated ginger root, sesame oil, Tabasco sauce, and mix well to
blend. Now add beer and stir lightly to mix.
Prepare steaks by scoring any fatty outside areas on steak with a
knife, (this prevents the steaks from curling when barbecuing). Place
steaks in a casserole dish and pour marinade over. Using a fork, punch
holes in steaks so that the marinade penetrates into the steaks. Turn
steaks over and repeat punching holes.
Cover with clear wrap or foil and let marinate in the refrigerator
for at least 1 hour or longer. You can also refrigerate and marinate
overnight.
Prepare and preheat barbecue to high heat. Place steaks directly on
grill and sear one side for about 15 seconds. Turn steaks over and
cook for about 5 minutes, then turn over and cook for another 5
minutes for medium-rare, depending on thickness. Test for doneness by
cutting into the middle of the steak.
1/4 cup real maple syrup
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 cup beer
4 (10 ounce) beef rib eye steaks
In a medium size mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, maple syrup, chopped
garlic, grated ginger root, sesame oil, Tabasco sauce, and mix well to
blend. Now add beer and stir lightly to mix.
Prepare steaks by scoring any fatty outside areas on steak with a
knife, (this prevents the steaks from curling when barbecuing). Place
steaks in a casserole dish and pour marinade over. Using a fork, punch
holes in steaks so that the marinade penetrates into the steaks. Turn
steaks over and repeat punching holes.
Cover with clear wrap or foil and let marinate in the refrigerator
for at least 1 hour or longer. You can also refrigerate and marinate
overnight.
Prepare and preheat barbecue to high heat. Place steaks directly on
grill and sear one side for about 15 seconds. Turn steaks over and
cook for about 5 minutes, then turn over and cook for another 5
minutes for medium-rare, depending on thickness. Test for doneness by
cutting into the middle of the steak.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Outback Steakhouse Ranch Dressing
1/2 Cup Sour Cream
1 Tbsp. prepared Horseradish
Dash cayenne pepper
Dash salt
Dash black pepper
Combine all ingredients and mix well.
1 Tbsp. prepared Horseradish
Dash cayenne pepper
Dash salt
Dash black pepper
Combine all ingredients and mix well.
Philadelphia Cheesesteaks
3 tablespoons soybean oil
1/2 cup diced white onions
6 - (1/8" thick) slices rib eye of beef
1 - 6 inch Italian roll, slit lengthwise
1/4 cup Cheese Whiz
Ketchup and pickle relish (optional)
Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a hot skillet and cook the onions
until they just begin to brown. Add the remaining oil to another
hot skillet and cook the beef about 45 seconds on each side or
until just cooked through. Put the meat on the roll and top with
the onions and Cheese Whiz. Add ketchup and relish if desired.b
1/2 cup diced white onions
6 - (1/8" thick) slices rib eye of beef
1 - 6 inch Italian roll, slit lengthwise
1/4 cup Cheese Whiz
Ketchup and pickle relish (optional)
Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a hot skillet and cook the onions
until they just begin to brown. Add the remaining oil to another
hot skillet and cook the beef about 45 seconds on each side or
until just cooked through. Put the meat on the roll and top with
the onions and Cheese Whiz. Add ketchup and relish if desired.b
Carl's Jr. Chicken Club
2 Whole chicken breasts, Boned and halved
1 Cup Teriyaki marinade (Lawry's Is best)
4 Whole-wheat hamburger buns
8 Slice Bacon
1/4 Cup Mayonnaise
1 Cup Alfalfa sprouts, loosely
Packed
4 Lettuce leaves
4 Large Tomato slices
4 Slice Kraft Swiss Cheese Singles
Marinate the chicken in the teriyaki marinade in a shallow bowl for 30
minutes. Preheat a clean barbecue to medium grilling heat. Brown the
faces of each bun in a frying pan on the stove. Keep the pan hot. Cook
the bacon in the pan until crisp, then set aside. Grill the chicken
breasts 5 to 8 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Spread about
1/2 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the face of each bun, top and bottom.
Divide the sprouts into 4 portions and mound on each bottom bun. On the
sprouts, stack a lettuce leaf, then a slice of tomato. Place one chicken
breast half on each of the sandwiches, a top the tomato. Next, stack a
slice of Swiss cheese on the chicken, and then the 2 pieces of bacon,
crossed over each other. Top off the sandwich with the top bun.
Microwave for 15 seconds on high. Makes 4 sandwiches.
1 Cup Teriyaki marinade (Lawry's Is best)
4 Whole-wheat hamburger buns
8 Slice Bacon
1/4 Cup Mayonnaise
1 Cup Alfalfa sprouts, loosely
Packed
4 Lettuce leaves
4 Large Tomato slices
4 Slice Kraft Swiss Cheese Singles
Marinate the chicken in the teriyaki marinade in a shallow bowl for 30
minutes. Preheat a clean barbecue to medium grilling heat. Brown the
faces of each bun in a frying pan on the stove. Keep the pan hot. Cook
the bacon in the pan until crisp, then set aside. Grill the chicken
breasts 5 to 8 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Spread about
1/2 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the face of each bun, top and bottom.
Divide the sprouts into 4 portions and mound on each bottom bun. On the
sprouts, stack a lettuce leaf, then a slice of tomato. Place one chicken
breast half on each of the sandwiches, a top the tomato. Next, stack a
slice of Swiss cheese on the chicken, and then the 2 pieces of bacon,
crossed over each other. Top off the sandwich with the top bun.
Microwave for 15 seconds on high. Makes 4 sandwiches.
Church's Fried Chicken
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
3 teaspoons seasoned salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup biscuit mix
1 envelope Italian dressing mix
1 envelope onion soup mix
2 eggs mixed with 1/4 cup cold water
1 cup oil
Combine dry ingredients in a 4-cup container. Mix to blend the
ingredients thoroughly. Store tightly covered at room temperature up to
3 months. To use, dip the chicken pieces in egg mixture and then into
dry coating mix and back into egg to coat the pieces evenly but lightly
and finally back into dry mix. Have oil piping hot in heavy skillet.
Brown pieces skin-side down for 4 to 6 minutes. Use medium high heat.
Turn and brown underside of pieces a few minutes. Transfer to an oiled
or Pam-sprayed 9x12x2 pan. Cover pan in foil, sealing it on only 3 sides
of pan. Bake at 350F for about 45 to 50 minutes. Remove foil. Bake
another 5 minutes just to crisp the coating.
1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
3 teaspoons seasoned salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup biscuit mix
1 envelope Italian dressing mix
1 envelope onion soup mix
2 eggs mixed with 1/4 cup cold water
1 cup oil
Combine dry ingredients in a 4-cup container. Mix to blend the
ingredients thoroughly. Store tightly covered at room temperature up to
3 months. To use, dip the chicken pieces in egg mixture and then into
dry coating mix and back into egg to coat the pieces evenly but lightly
and finally back into dry mix. Have oil piping hot in heavy skillet.
Brown pieces skin-side down for 4 to 6 minutes. Use medium high heat.
Turn and brown underside of pieces a few minutes. Transfer to an oiled
or Pam-sprayed 9x12x2 pan. Cover pan in foil, sealing it on only 3 sides
of pan. Bake at 350F for about 45 to 50 minutes. Remove foil. Bake
another 5 minutes just to crisp the coating.
Red Lobster Cajun Seasoning
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
11/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
11/4 teaspoons dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon dry thyme
1/2 teaspoon dry oregano
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Combine ingredients well. Place in an airtight container and store in a cool dry place.
11/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
11/4 teaspoons dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon dry thyme
1/2 teaspoon dry oregano
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Combine ingredients well. Place in an airtight container and store in a cool dry place.
Grand Marnier
4 medium Oranges
1 Vanilla bean
2 1/2 cups Vodka
1 cup Brandy
1 cup white granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
Look for firm, heavy oranges which indicates lots of juice,
and smooth-skinned ones free from soft spots and mold.
Wash and peel oranges making sure to scrape ALL white rind
from the peels to avoid bitter flavor. Slice in strips and add to
liquor and vanilla bean. Steep 2-3 weeks, strain and filter.
Boil together water and sugar for about 5 minutes at a full boil
and be sure the sugar is dissolved. Allow to cool.
Add sugar syrup to orange liquor and let age for 4 weeks.
1 Vanilla bean
2 1/2 cups Vodka
1 cup Brandy
1 cup white granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
Look for firm, heavy oranges which indicates lots of juice,
and smooth-skinned ones free from soft spots and mold.
Wash and peel oranges making sure to scrape ALL white rind
from the peels to avoid bitter flavor. Slice in strips and add to
liquor and vanilla bean. Steep 2-3 weeks, strain and filter.
Boil together water and sugar for about 5 minutes at a full boil
and be sure the sugar is dissolved. Allow to cool.
Add sugar syrup to orange liquor and let age for 4 weeks.
Outback Steakhouse Queenland Chicken and Shrimp
1/2 cup milk
2 Tbsp. butter
1 cup cream
1/4 tsp. poultry seasoning
1/8 - 1/4 tsp. cayenne (adjust to taste)
1/8 tsp. white pepper
1/8 tsp. onion powder
1/2 cup white wine
1 Tbsp. garlic powder
1 lb. linguine
4 chicken breasts
8 oz. shrimp
1 Tbsp. olive oil
Mix spices together thoroughly. Place cream and milk in pan
with butter and 1/2 spice mixture. Cook to thicken and set aside.
Cook linguine to the al dente stage. Saute chicken breasts with
wine and remaining spices until done. Remove and set aside. Saute
shrimp in pan, adding more wine if necessary. Serve each breast
on a bed of linguine with shrimp. Cover with sauce.
2 Tbsp. butter
1 cup cream
1/4 tsp. poultry seasoning
1/8 - 1/4 tsp. cayenne (adjust to taste)
1/8 tsp. white pepper
1/8 tsp. onion powder
1/2 cup white wine
1 Tbsp. garlic powder
1 lb. linguine
4 chicken breasts
8 oz. shrimp
1 Tbsp. olive oil
Mix spices together thoroughly. Place cream and milk in pan
with butter and 1/2 spice mixture. Cook to thicken and set aside.
Cook linguine to the al dente stage. Saute chicken breasts with
wine and remaining spices until done. Remove and set aside. Saute
shrimp in pan, adding more wine if necessary. Serve each breast
on a bed of linguine with shrimp. Cover with sauce.
Macaroni Grill Foccacia Bread
1 Tablespoon Dry yeast
1 Teaspoon Canola oil
1 Tablespoon Sugar
Nonstick cooking spray
1 Cup Warm water
2 Tablespoon Margarine
2 1/2 Cup White flour
1/4 Cup Fresh rosemary; chopped - (or 2 tbsps dried)
1 Teaspoon Salt
Place yeast, sugar and water in a large bowl or food processor and allow the
mixture to become bubbly. Mix in 2 c of flour and salt. Knead for about 10
min or process in food processor for 15 sec until smooth and elastic; add
flour if necessary. Oil a bowl, put dough in it and cover with a towel. Let
dough rise in a warm place for 1 hr, until doubled.
Punch down dough and divide in half. Let the dough rest for a few minutes.
Coat 2 9-in square cake pans with nonstick spray.
Press dough into pans. Melt margarine. Brush margarine over the tops of the
loaves. Sprinkle rosemary over the loaves and lightly press into the
surface. Let the loaves rise again until doubled, about 45 min.
Preheat oven to 450 F. Lightly sprinkle salt over the loaves. Bake for 20 -
25 min, until lightly browned.
1 Teaspoon Canola oil
1 Tablespoon Sugar
Nonstick cooking spray
1 Cup Warm water
2 Tablespoon Margarine
2 1/2 Cup White flour
1/4 Cup Fresh rosemary; chopped - (or 2 tbsps dried)
1 Teaspoon Salt
Place yeast, sugar and water in a large bowl or food processor and allow the
mixture to become bubbly. Mix in 2 c of flour and salt. Knead for about 10
min or process in food processor for 15 sec until smooth and elastic; add
flour if necessary. Oil a bowl, put dough in it and cover with a towel. Let
dough rise in a warm place for 1 hr, until doubled.
Punch down dough and divide in half. Let the dough rest for a few minutes.
Coat 2 9-in square cake pans with nonstick spray.
Press dough into pans. Melt margarine. Brush margarine over the tops of the
loaves. Sprinkle rosemary over the loaves and lightly press into the
surface. Let the loaves rise again until doubled, about 45 min.
Preheat oven to 450 F. Lightly sprinkle salt over the loaves. Bake for 20 -
25 min, until lightly browned.
Cracker Barrel Cherry Chocolate Cobbler
1-1/2 cups flour
1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cups butter
1 (6 oz.) pkg. Nestle's semi-sweet chocolate morsels
1/4 cups milk
1 egg
1 (21 oz.) can cherry pie filling
1/2 cups nuts, finely chopped
Preheat oven to 350F. In large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking
powder, salt and butter; cut with pastry blender until crumbs are
size of large peas. Melt over hot (not boiling) water, Nestle's
semi-sweet chocolate morsels. Remove from heat and cool slightly
at room temperature (about 5 minutes). Add milk and egg to melted
chocolate and mix well. Blend chocolate into flour mixture. Spread
cherry pie filling in bottom of 2 quart casserole. Drop chocolate
batter randomly over cherries. Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
Bake at 350 F for 40 - 45 minutes. Serve warm with heavy cream.
1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cups butter
1 (6 oz.) pkg. Nestle's semi-sweet chocolate morsels
1/4 cups milk
1 egg
1 (21 oz.) can cherry pie filling
1/2 cups nuts, finely chopped
Preheat oven to 350F. In large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking
powder, salt and butter; cut with pastry blender until crumbs are
size of large peas. Melt over hot (not boiling) water, Nestle's
semi-sweet chocolate morsels. Remove from heat and cool slightly
at room temperature (about 5 minutes). Add milk and egg to melted
chocolate and mix well. Blend chocolate into flour mixture. Spread
cherry pie filling in bottom of 2 quart casserole. Drop chocolate
batter randomly over cherries. Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
Bake at 350 F for 40 - 45 minutes. Serve warm with heavy cream.
Cracker Barrel Cherry Chocolate Cobbler
1-1/2 cups flour
1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cups butter
1 (6 oz.) pkg. Nestle's semi-sweet chocolate morsels
1/4 cups milk
1 egg
1 (21 oz.) can cherry pie filling
1/2 cups nuts, finely chopped
Preheat oven to 350F. In large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking
powder, salt and butter; cut with pastry blender until crumbs are
size of large peas. Melt over hot (not boiling) water, Nestle's
semi-sweet chocolate morsels. Remove from heat and cool slightly
at room temperature (about 5 minutes). Add milk and egg to melted
chocolate and mix well. Blend chocolate into flour mixture. Spread
cherry pie filling in bottom of 2 quart casserole. Drop chocolate
batter randomly over cherries. Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
Bake at 350 F for 40 - 45 minutes. Serve warm with heavy cream.
1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cups butter
1 (6 oz.) pkg. Nestle's semi-sweet chocolate morsels
1/4 cups milk
1 egg
1 (21 oz.) can cherry pie filling
1/2 cups nuts, finely chopped
Preheat oven to 350F. In large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking
powder, salt and butter; cut with pastry blender until crumbs are
size of large peas. Melt over hot (not boiling) water, Nestle's
semi-sweet chocolate morsels. Remove from heat and cool slightly
at room temperature (about 5 minutes). Add milk and egg to melted
chocolate and mix well. Blend chocolate into flour mixture. Spread
cherry pie filling in bottom of 2 quart casserole. Drop chocolate
batter randomly over cherries. Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
Bake at 350 F for 40 - 45 minutes. Serve warm with heavy cream.
Silver Spoon Cafe Spinach Queso Dip
3 Tbs Butter
1/2 Cup Flour
1 Small Onion, chopped
1/3-1/2 Cup Chicken Stock
8 oz. Velveeta Cheese
1/3 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
10 oz. Frozen Chopped Spinach (thawed - squeeze out excess water)
Dash of Tobasco
Sour Cream
Over medium high heat, melt butter, then saute onions until
golden brown. Add flour to make a roux. Add the chicken
stock until you have a creamy consistency. Slowly add the
Velveeta (cut in small pieces) until melted. When the cheese is
melted, add the whipping cream. Stir in the drained spinach. Add
the tobasco until you get the desired flavor. Top with sour cream.
1/2 Cup Flour
1 Small Onion, chopped
1/3-1/2 Cup Chicken Stock
8 oz. Velveeta Cheese
1/3 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
10 oz. Frozen Chopped Spinach (thawed - squeeze out excess water)
Dash of Tobasco
Sour Cream
Over medium high heat, melt butter, then saute onions until
golden brown. Add flour to make a roux. Add the chicken
stock until you have a creamy consistency. Slowly add the
Velveeta (cut in small pieces) until melted. When the cheese is
melted, add the whipping cream. Stir in the drained spinach. Add
the tobasco until you get the desired flavor. Top with sour cream.
Cracker Barrel's Bread Pudding
Sugared Pecans: In small skillet combine 2 tablespoons butter and
1 tablespoon oil, med-low heat, with 2-oz pecan pieces. Stir only till
heated and barely bubbly. Sprinkle with 4 tablespoons sugar.
Stir briskly only till sugar dissolves, on low heat AS THESE BURN QUICKLY!
Work fast. Dump them into paper towel lined plate.
Spread out to cool while you prepare the rest.
Plumped Raisins: In small saucepan combine 1/3 cup raisins and 1 cup
boiling water. Cover pan with lid 20 minutes. Drain and discard water.
Add 1/2 cup packaged shredded coconut to raisins. Set aside.
Dumplings: In dutch oven combine 6 cups water and 1/2 cup sugar. Bring to
boil. While you wait for that to boil, combine in medium bowl, 3 cups
Bisquick, 1 cup milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, stirring with fork to moisten
thick dough. When water come to boil, drop dough by rounded tablespoonful
into boiling water, making about 14 dumplings. Cover pan with lid. Simmer
dumplings very gently 20 minutes. Uncover and let cook another 10 minutes
gently. Baste often in the liquid, which is now becoming thickened and
creamy looking. Remove pan from heat. With slotted spoon remove HALF of
dumplings to greased 8" square baking dish. Sprinkle with pecans and
raisins/coconut. Arrange rest of dumplings over that. Set aside.
Make sauce next.
Caramel Sauce: Strain remaining liquid into heavy 2 1/2-quart saucepan.
Bring to boil. Stir constantly. Add 1 cup packed light brown sugar,
stirring vigorously, med-heat till it boils briskly 2 or 3 minutes or
till sugar is completely dissolved and sauce drops from spoon in large
drops rather than like water. It should be the consistancy of smooth gravy.
Spoon sauce over dumplings filling dish right to the rim. Cool 15 minutes.
Cover; refrigerate to serve within few days. Micro warm servings or
use cold with a scoop of ice cream on top of each. Serves 6 to 8.
1 tablespoon oil, med-low heat, with 2-oz pecan pieces. Stir only till
heated and barely bubbly. Sprinkle with 4 tablespoons sugar.
Stir briskly only till sugar dissolves, on low heat AS THESE BURN QUICKLY!
Work fast. Dump them into paper towel lined plate.
Spread out to cool while you prepare the rest.
Plumped Raisins: In small saucepan combine 1/3 cup raisins and 1 cup
boiling water. Cover pan with lid 20 minutes. Drain and discard water.
Add 1/2 cup packaged shredded coconut to raisins. Set aside.
Dumplings: In dutch oven combine 6 cups water and 1/2 cup sugar. Bring to
boil. While you wait for that to boil, combine in medium bowl, 3 cups
Bisquick, 1 cup milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, stirring with fork to moisten
thick dough. When water come to boil, drop dough by rounded tablespoonful
into boiling water, making about 14 dumplings. Cover pan with lid. Simmer
dumplings very gently 20 minutes. Uncover and let cook another 10 minutes
gently. Baste often in the liquid, which is now becoming thickened and
creamy looking. Remove pan from heat. With slotted spoon remove HALF of
dumplings to greased 8" square baking dish. Sprinkle with pecans and
raisins/coconut. Arrange rest of dumplings over that. Set aside.
Make sauce next.
Caramel Sauce: Strain remaining liquid into heavy 2 1/2-quart saucepan.
Bring to boil. Stir constantly. Add 1 cup packed light brown sugar,
stirring vigorously, med-heat till it boils briskly 2 or 3 minutes or
till sugar is completely dissolved and sauce drops from spoon in large
drops rather than like water. It should be the consistancy of smooth gravy.
Spoon sauce over dumplings filling dish right to the rim. Cool 15 minutes.
Cover; refrigerate to serve within few days. Micro warm servings or
use cold with a scoop of ice cream on top of each. Serves 6 to 8.
K.C. Masterpiece BBQ Sauce
2 cups water
3/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup tomato paste
1/2 cup white vinegar
3 Tbls. molasses
3 Tbls. brown sugar
1 teas. liquid smoke
1/2 teas. salt
1/4 teas. onion powder
1/4 teas. black pepper
1/8 teas. garlic powder
Combine all ingredients in a sauce pan and mix well.
Over medium-high heat, bring just to a boil; lower heat
and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
3/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup tomato paste
1/2 cup white vinegar
3 Tbls. molasses
3 Tbls. brown sugar
1 teas. liquid smoke
1/2 teas. salt
1/4 teas. onion powder
1/4 teas. black pepper
1/8 teas. garlic powder
Combine all ingredients in a sauce pan and mix well.
Over medium-high heat, bring just to a boil; lower heat
and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
Olive Garden Lasagna
Alfredo Sauce:
1/2 lb. sweet or salted butter
12 oz. heavy cream
Fresh ground white pepper
1 1/2 cups fresh Parmesan, grated
Ricotta Cheese Mix:
1 pint Ricotta cheese
2 oz. Romano, grated
3 oz. Mozzarella, shredded
2 tbls. green onions, sliced
2 teas. fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teas. salt
1/8 teas. black pepper
1/4 teas. dried basil
1/4 teas. dried oregano
1 1/4 cups Alfredo sauce, cooled
Vegetable Mix:
4 cups broccoli florets
2 cups carrots, sliced 1/4"
4 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced 1/4"
2 cups red bell peppers, diced
1 cup green bell pepper, diced
1 cup yellow onion, diced
2 cups zucchini, sliced
Lasagna noodles
18 slices Mozzarella cheese, 1/2 oz. each
Lay out enough dry lasagna strips in a 9x13 pan to
ensure you have enough to make 3 full layers, with
very little overlap on each layer. Remove the dry
strips and cook according to package instructions until
barely "al dente" and drain.
ALFREDO SAUCE: Heat water to a boil in the bottom of
a double boiler. Add butter, cream and pepper to the
top pot and heat until butter is completely melted,
then stir in Parmesan until melted and blended.
Remove top pot and set aside to cool. Divide the
sauce into 2 equal portions. Refrigerate 1 portion for
use later.
RICOTTA CHEESE MIX: Combine all ingredients in a
bowl and blend thoroughly with a rubber spatula. Set
aside at room temp.
VEGETABLES: Combine all veggies and mix well.
ASSEMBLY: Coat the bottom and sides of a 9x13
baking dish with vegetable spray. Lay out cooked
lasagna strips (about 4) to cover entire bottom.
Spread 1-1/4 c of the Ricotta mix evenly over the
strips. Top with 8 c of veggie mix and spread out
evenly. Lay out 9 of the mozzarella slices to cover the
veggie layer. Repeat this layering. Top the second
layer of mozzarella slices with lasagna strips and
spread them evenly with 1-1/4 c ricotta cheese mix to
finish.
COOKING: Spray a sheet of foil with vegetable spray
and cover the baking dish tightly with the foil, sprayed
side down. Bake in a preheated 375F oven for about
an hour or until the internal temp is 165F. Remove
from the oven and allow to sit for a few minutes,
covered, before cutting and serving. Immediately prior
to serving, heat the reserved portion of Alfredo Sauce
and ladle the hot sauce over each slice of lasagna as
it is served.
1/2 lb. sweet or salted butter
12 oz. heavy cream
Fresh ground white pepper
1 1/2 cups fresh Parmesan, grated
Ricotta Cheese Mix:
1 pint Ricotta cheese
2 oz. Romano, grated
3 oz. Mozzarella, shredded
2 tbls. green onions, sliced
2 teas. fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teas. salt
1/8 teas. black pepper
1/4 teas. dried basil
1/4 teas. dried oregano
1 1/4 cups Alfredo sauce, cooled
Vegetable Mix:
4 cups broccoli florets
2 cups carrots, sliced 1/4"
4 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced 1/4"
2 cups red bell peppers, diced
1 cup green bell pepper, diced
1 cup yellow onion, diced
2 cups zucchini, sliced
Lasagna noodles
18 slices Mozzarella cheese, 1/2 oz. each
Lay out enough dry lasagna strips in a 9x13 pan to
ensure you have enough to make 3 full layers, with
very little overlap on each layer. Remove the dry
strips and cook according to package instructions until
barely "al dente" and drain.
ALFREDO SAUCE: Heat water to a boil in the bottom of
a double boiler. Add butter, cream and pepper to the
top pot and heat until butter is completely melted,
then stir in Parmesan until melted and blended.
Remove top pot and set aside to cool. Divide the
sauce into 2 equal portions. Refrigerate 1 portion for
use later.
RICOTTA CHEESE MIX: Combine all ingredients in a
bowl and blend thoroughly with a rubber spatula. Set
aside at room temp.
VEGETABLES: Combine all veggies and mix well.
ASSEMBLY: Coat the bottom and sides of a 9x13
baking dish with vegetable spray. Lay out cooked
lasagna strips (about 4) to cover entire bottom.
Spread 1-1/4 c of the Ricotta mix evenly over the
strips. Top with 8 c of veggie mix and spread out
evenly. Lay out 9 of the mozzarella slices to cover the
veggie layer. Repeat this layering. Top the second
layer of mozzarella slices with lasagna strips and
spread them evenly with 1-1/4 c ricotta cheese mix to
finish.
COOKING: Spray a sheet of foil with vegetable spray
and cover the baking dish tightly with the foil, sprayed
side down. Bake in a preheated 375F oven for about
an hour or until the internal temp is 165F. Remove
from the oven and allow to sit for a few minutes,
covered, before cutting and serving. Immediately prior
to serving, heat the reserved portion of Alfredo Sauce
and ladle the hot sauce over each slice of lasagna as
it is served.
Papa John's Garlic Sauce
1/4 - 1/2 stick margarine
1/2 Tablespoon Garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Melt butter in the microwave (about 30 seconds).
Put in salt and garlic powder (to taste).
Microwave for 5 seconds longer
1/2 Tablespoon Garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Melt butter in the microwave (about 30 seconds).
Put in salt and garlic powder (to taste).
Microwave for 5 seconds longer
Pizza Hut Creamy Italian Dressing
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Crumble the oregano, basil, thyme and rosemary into a medium bowl. Stir
in the salt, pepper, vinegar and lemon juice. Whisk in the mayonnaise
and then the gradually whisk in the olive oil. Stir in the Parmesan
cheese. Transfer to a jar with a tight-fitting lid and store in the
refrigerator. Shake well before using.
2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Crumble the oregano, basil, thyme and rosemary into a medium bowl. Stir
in the salt, pepper, vinegar and lemon juice. Whisk in the mayonnaise
and then the gradually whisk in the olive oil. Stir in the Parmesan
cheese. Transfer to a jar with a tight-fitting lid and store in the
refrigerator. Shake well before using.
Red Lobster Rock Shrimp Creole
2 pounds rock shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced 1/2"
1/2 cup onion, diced 1/4"
1/4 cup celery, chopped fine
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons flour, all purpose
1 can (14.5-oz) whole peeled tomatoes, roughly cut
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups cooked rice
Rinse shrimp briefly and remove any large veins that are visible. In a small sauce pan,
melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Mix in flour and stir until dissolved and
mixture begins to thicken, then reduce heat. Add tomatoes and their juice to the butter and
flour mixture, stir well, and heat through. The mixture will thicken. Hold warm. In a large
skillet melt 2 tablespoons of butter, and over medium high heat, cook bell pepper, onion,
celery, and garlic until soft but with a little bit of a crunch. Add shrimp and cook until no
longer transparent (3 minutes). Add tomato mixture, bring to a boil, cover, and let simmer
for 5 minutes. Serve over hot rice (white or wild mixture).
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced 1/2"
1/2 cup onion, diced 1/4"
1/4 cup celery, chopped fine
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons flour, all purpose
1 can (14.5-oz) whole peeled tomatoes, roughly cut
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups cooked rice
Rinse shrimp briefly and remove any large veins that are visible. In a small sauce pan,
melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Mix in flour and stir until dissolved and
mixture begins to thicken, then reduce heat. Add tomatoes and their juice to the butter and
flour mixture, stir well, and heat through. The mixture will thicken. Hold warm. In a large
skillet melt 2 tablespoons of butter, and over medium high heat, cook bell pepper, onion,
celery, and garlic until soft but with a little bit of a crunch. Add shrimp and cook until no
longer transparent (3 minutes). Add tomato mixture, bring to a boil, cover, and let simmer
for 5 minutes. Serve over hot rice (white or wild mixture).
Red Lobster Caesar Dressing w/Variations
1/4 c Mayo
1/4 c Bottled Hidden Valley Ranch
1/4 c Wish bone Italian Dressing
1 tb White vinegar
1 tb Water
Combine all ingredients with wire whisk until
perfectly smooth and creamy. GREEK DRESSING-Add 1/4 ts
cumin powder, whisking well. CREAMY CAESAR-Add 1
ts anchovy paste or 1 tb soy sauce and 2 tb sour
cream. Refrigerate dressing tightly covered to use in
30 days. Do not freeze.
Red Lobster Caesar Salad Dressing
fresh ground pepper
1 clove of garlic
2 fillets of anchovies [optional]
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 egg yolks
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup croutons
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp red wine vinegar
juice of 1/2 lemon
half head broken Romaine lettuce
up to 1/2 cup oil, to taste [use 1/3 cup]
dash of Tabasco
Crush pepper, garlic and anchovies [if used] in salad bowl. Add mustard and mix
to form a paste. Add egg yolks and mix. Add oil slowly and beat with two forks
[or a whisk] until mixture thickens slightly. Add Tabasco, Worcestershire,
vinegar and lemon juice and mix well. Add lettuce and toss to coat. Add
Parmesan and croutons and toss again. Rub serving plates with remaining lemon.
Serve and top with fresh ground pepper.
1/4 c Bottled Hidden Valley Ranch
1/4 c Wish bone Italian Dressing
1 tb White vinegar
1 tb Water
Combine all ingredients with wire whisk until
perfectly smooth and creamy. GREEK DRESSING-Add 1/4 ts
cumin powder, whisking well. CREAMY CAESAR-Add 1
ts anchovy paste or 1 tb soy sauce and 2 tb sour
cream. Refrigerate dressing tightly covered to use in
30 days. Do not freeze.
Red Lobster Caesar Salad Dressing
fresh ground pepper
1 clove of garlic
2 fillets of anchovies [optional]
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 egg yolks
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup croutons
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp red wine vinegar
juice of 1/2 lemon
half head broken Romaine lettuce
up to 1/2 cup oil, to taste [use 1/3 cup]
dash of Tabasco
Crush pepper, garlic and anchovies [if used] in salad bowl. Add mustard and mix
to form a paste. Add egg yolks and mix. Add oil slowly and beat with two forks
[or a whisk] until mixture thickens slightly. Add Tabasco, Worcestershire,
vinegar and lemon juice and mix well. Add lettuce and toss to coat. Add
Parmesan and croutons and toss again. Rub serving plates with remaining lemon.
Serve and top with fresh ground pepper.
Ruby Tuesday Apple Pie
1 (9-inch) frozen deep-dish apple pie (double crust or
old-fashioned)
1 stick Butter
1 Cup Light Brown Sugar
3 1/2 tsp. Cinnamon
1/4 tsp. Allspice
1/4 tsp. Ground Clove
1 1/2 tsp. Lemon Juice
3/4 Cup flour
1/2 Cup sugar
10 Tbsp. frozen butter
1 1/3 Cups chopped walnuts
Ice cream (optional)
Let pie thaw at room temperature for 30 to 45 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a small saucepan, melt the stick of
butter over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon,
allspice, cloves and lemon juice. Stir until well blended and sugar is
melted, about 3 minutes. Make an X in the center of the top crust of the
pie and fold back the crust.
Pour the butter mixture evenly into the pie and then replace the crust.
Leave 4 vent holes, sealing the rest of the pastry.
Bake for 30 minutes.
Remove from the oven and set aside. Reduce heat to 325 degrees.
Grate frozen butter into a medium-sized bowl. Toss the grated butter with
flour, remaining sugars, remaining cinnamon and walnuts.
Carefully wrap an aluminum foil band around the edge of the pie,
creating a lip to hold topping. Sprinkle topping evenly over pie.
Bake for 30 to 40 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes then
serve with ice cream, if desired.
old-fashioned)
1 stick Butter
1 Cup Light Brown Sugar
3 1/2 tsp. Cinnamon
1/4 tsp. Allspice
1/4 tsp. Ground Clove
1 1/2 tsp. Lemon Juice
3/4 Cup flour
1/2 Cup sugar
10 Tbsp. frozen butter
1 1/3 Cups chopped walnuts
Ice cream (optional)
Let pie thaw at room temperature for 30 to 45 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a small saucepan, melt the stick of
butter over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon,
allspice, cloves and lemon juice. Stir until well blended and sugar is
melted, about 3 minutes. Make an X in the center of the top crust of the
pie and fold back the crust.
Pour the butter mixture evenly into the pie and then replace the crust.
Leave 4 vent holes, sealing the rest of the pastry.
Bake for 30 minutes.
Remove from the oven and set aside. Reduce heat to 325 degrees.
Grate frozen butter into a medium-sized bowl. Toss the grated butter with
flour, remaining sugars, remaining cinnamon and walnuts.
Carefully wrap an aluminum foil band around the edge of the pie,
creating a lip to hold topping. Sprinkle topping evenly over pie.
Bake for 30 to 40 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes then
serve with ice cream, if desired.
Olive Garden San Remo Dip
6 oz. can tiny shrimp
(drained, reserve liquid)
6 oz. can crab meat
(drained, reserve liquid)
2 ounces cream cheese,
(room temperature and cubed)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed garlic
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1/3 cup asiago cheese, grated
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 -3/4 cup half and half
11/2 cups prepared Barilla marinara sauce, drained to remove excess liquid
1/4 cup fresh parmesan cheese, finely shredded for topping
In a 2-quart saucepan on medium-low, heat olive oil and blend in flour. Add to
flour the liquids that were reserve from the shrimp and crab, stir well.
To this sauce, add cubed cream cheese, salt, crushed garlic, horseradish, and
stir until smooth. Add asiago and parmesan cheeses and stir until smooth.
When the cheese has melted and sauce is smooth, add shrimp and crab; blend
well. Simmer until heated through.
Finally, add half and half a little at a time until the seafood sauce starts to simmer
and begins to resemble warm pudding.
Let sauce simmer for 12 - 15 minutes. Stir sauce so it will not scorch on bottom.
In a shallow 9-inch baking dish, spray with nonstick spray. Add drained marinara
sauce and carefully spoon seafood sauce on top. Sprinkle with freshly shredded
parmesan cheese and place in a preheated oven at 325 F, for 10 - 15 minutes,
until heated through. Dip should not brown on top.
(drained, reserve liquid)
6 oz. can crab meat
(drained, reserve liquid)
2 ounces cream cheese,
(room temperature and cubed)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed garlic
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1/3 cup asiago cheese, grated
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 -3/4 cup half and half
11/2 cups prepared Barilla marinara sauce, drained to remove excess liquid
1/4 cup fresh parmesan cheese, finely shredded for topping
In a 2-quart saucepan on medium-low, heat olive oil and blend in flour. Add to
flour the liquids that were reserve from the shrimp and crab, stir well.
To this sauce, add cubed cream cheese, salt, crushed garlic, horseradish, and
stir until smooth. Add asiago and parmesan cheeses and stir until smooth.
When the cheese has melted and sauce is smooth, add shrimp and crab; blend
well. Simmer until heated through.
Finally, add half and half a little at a time until the seafood sauce starts to simmer
and begins to resemble warm pudding.
Let sauce simmer for 12 - 15 minutes. Stir sauce so it will not scorch on bottom.
In a shallow 9-inch baking dish, spray with nonstick spray. Add drained marinara
sauce and carefully spoon seafood sauce on top. Sprinkle with freshly shredded
parmesan cheese and place in a preheated oven at 325 F, for 10 - 15 minutes,
until heated through. Dip should not brown on top.
Olive Garden Apple Carmelina
Ingredients:
Topping
3/4 C. Flour
5 Tbsp. Butter ( Softened )
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 C. Brown Sugar
1/4 C. Sugar
Filling
2 (20 oz.) Cans Sliced Apples (drained )
1/2 C. Sugar
1/2 tsp. Apple Pie Spice
1/4 C. Brown Sugar
1/4 C. Flour
1/4 tsp. Salt
Topping
3/4 C. Flour
5 Tbsp. Butter ( Softened )
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 C. Brown Sugar
1/4 C. Sugar
Filling
2 (20 oz.) Cans Sliced Apples (drained )
1/2 C. Sugar
1/2 tsp. Apple Pie Spice
1/4 C. Brown Sugar
1/4 C. Flour
1/4 tsp. Salt
Honey Baked Ham Potato Ham Hash
2 ribs celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 cup cooked ham, chopped
4 white potatoes, well-scrubbed and shredded
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 cup milk
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Heat oil in heavy iron skillet. Saute onion, pepper and celery until soft.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Add potatoes to the vegetables in skillet, add the ham and cook all to
brown, stirring often. Season with salt and pepper. Add half the parsley.
Pour milk over mixture. Bring to a boil. Cover with foil. Place in oven and
bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and let potatoes brown for a few minutes.
Remove from oven and sprinkle with parsley before serving.
1 onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 cup cooked ham, chopped
4 white potatoes, well-scrubbed and shredded
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 cup milk
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Heat oil in heavy iron skillet. Saute onion, pepper and celery until soft.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Add potatoes to the vegetables in skillet, add the ham and cook all to
brown, stirring often. Season with salt and pepper. Add half the parsley.
Pour milk over mixture. Bring to a boil. Cover with foil. Place in oven and
bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and let potatoes brown for a few minutes.
Remove from oven and sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Applebee's Baby Back Ribs
3 racks (about 1 lb. each) pork baby back ribs, each cut in half
Barbecue sauce:
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup apple cider vinager
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon salt
1. Put ribs in a large pot with enough water to cover them. Bring water to a
boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 1 hour or until ribs are fork tender.
2. Mix all sauce ingrediants together in a medium sauce pan and bring to a
boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring often, for 30 minutes or
until slightly thickened.
3.Heat broiler. Line broiler with foil for easy cleanup. Place ribs, meat
side down, on broiler pan, brush with 1/2 the sauce and broil 4-5 inches
from heat source for 6 to 7 minutes. turn ribs over, brush with remaining
sauce and broil 6 to 7 minutes longer or until edges are slightly charred.
Barbecue sauce:
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup apple cider vinager
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon salt
1. Put ribs in a large pot with enough water to cover them. Bring water to a
boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 1 hour or until ribs are fork tender.
2. Mix all sauce ingrediants together in a medium sauce pan and bring to a
boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring often, for 30 minutes or
until slightly thickened.
3.Heat broiler. Line broiler with foil for easy cleanup. Place ribs, meat
side down, on broiler pan, brush with 1/2 the sauce and broil 4-5 inches
from heat source for 6 to 7 minutes. turn ribs over, brush with remaining
sauce and broil 6 to 7 minutes longer or until edges are slightly charred.
Old Spaghetti Factory Creamy Pesto Dressing
1 cup salad oil
1/2 ounce sweet basil leaves
1/8 Teaspoon tabasco
1/4 rounded tablespoon salt
1/4 slightly rounded (big) cook spoon granulated garlic
1 - 32 Ounce jar mayonnaise
2 1/2 cups buttermilk
1/2 cup half and half
1/2 Pound grated Romano cheese
Combine ingredients in order given. Store in refrigerator. Makes 2 quarts
1/2 ounce sweet basil leaves
1/8 Teaspoon tabasco
1/4 rounded tablespoon salt
1/4 slightly rounded (big) cook spoon granulated garlic
1 - 32 Ounce jar mayonnaise
2 1/2 cups buttermilk
1/2 cup half and half
1/2 Pound grated Romano cheese
Combine ingredients in order given. Store in refrigerator. Makes 2 quarts
Red Lobster's Cheesecake
Crust:
10 oz. package Lorna doone cookies, crushed
1/4 lb. melted butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 envelope Knox gelatin
Filling:
16 oz. cream cheese
8 oz. sour cream
2 eggs
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
crushed cookie crumbs for garnish
Crust; mix crumbs with butter, sugar, and gelatin. Pat
out evenly over bottom of a greased 9" springform
pan. Bake at 350, for exactly 8 min.
Filling; beat with electric mixer: cream cheese, sour
cream, eggs, butter, cornstarch, sugar and vanilla.
When filling is perfectly smooth and creamy, pour into
crust. Return to 350 oven and bake 30-35 min. or until
knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 20
min. before cutting. Sprinkle top with cookie crumbs.
10 oz. package Lorna doone cookies, crushed
1/4 lb. melted butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 envelope Knox gelatin
Filling:
16 oz. cream cheese
8 oz. sour cream
2 eggs
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
crushed cookie crumbs for garnish
Crust; mix crumbs with butter, sugar, and gelatin. Pat
out evenly over bottom of a greased 9" springform
pan. Bake at 350, for exactly 8 min.
Filling; beat with electric mixer: cream cheese, sour
cream, eggs, butter, cornstarch, sugar and vanilla.
When filling is perfectly smooth and creamy, pour into
crust. Return to 350 oven and bake 30-35 min. or until
knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 20
min. before cutting. Sprinkle top with cookie crumbs.
Planet Hollywood Thai Shrimp Pasta
1/2 cup Thai sauce (see recipe)
1 teaspoon butter (about)
1 teaspoon chopped garlic 16 jumbo shrimp,
peeled and deveined (16 to 20 or 26 to 30 count)
1 cup julienne-cut vegetables
(celery, carrots, bell pepper and/or onion)
1 tablespoon freshly chopped cilantro (divided)
1 tablespoon chopped peanuts (divided)
10 ounces uncooked linguine, cooked
2 tablespoons chopped green onion to garnish
Prepare Thai sauce and set aside. Place butter and garlic in clean,
heated saute pan. Cook 1 minute. Add shrimp, cook 3 minutes,
turning occasionally to cook evenly. Add additional butter if pan
becomes too dry. Add cut vegetables, half of the cilantro and half
of the peanuts. Add 1/2 cup Thai sauce (or more to taste) and mix.
Add shrimp/vegetable mixture to pasta, tossing well to coat. Remove
shrimp from mixture. Divide pasta with vegetables and sauce between
2 serving bowls. Place reserved shrimp, tails up, around rims of
bowls, facing toward middle. Garnish center of each bowl with the
onions, remaining peanuts and cilantro.
Thai sauce:
2 tablespoons ketchup
3/4 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon hot and spicy oil (chili oil can be substituted)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
1/2 teaspoon fresh chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon freshly chopped ginger root
1/8 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Chinese mustard powder
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons water
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon peanut butter
Planet Hollywood Thai Shrimp Pasta 356
Place all ingredients except crushed red pepper in blender and blend
well. Place in storage container. Mix in crushed pepper. Use 1/2 cup
or more to make Thai Shrimp Pasta, and refrigerate remaining sauce.
Sauce keeps 4 to 5 days.
1 teaspoon butter (about)
1 teaspoon chopped garlic 16 jumbo shrimp,
peeled and deveined (16 to 20 or 26 to 30 count)
1 cup julienne-cut vegetables
(celery, carrots, bell pepper and/or onion)
1 tablespoon freshly chopped cilantro (divided)
1 tablespoon chopped peanuts (divided)
10 ounces uncooked linguine, cooked
2 tablespoons chopped green onion to garnish
Prepare Thai sauce and set aside. Place butter and garlic in clean,
heated saute pan. Cook 1 minute. Add shrimp, cook 3 minutes,
turning occasionally to cook evenly. Add additional butter if pan
becomes too dry. Add cut vegetables, half of the cilantro and half
of the peanuts. Add 1/2 cup Thai sauce (or more to taste) and mix.
Add shrimp/vegetable mixture to pasta, tossing well to coat. Remove
shrimp from mixture. Divide pasta with vegetables and sauce between
2 serving bowls. Place reserved shrimp, tails up, around rims of
bowls, facing toward middle. Garnish center of each bowl with the
onions, remaining peanuts and cilantro.
Thai sauce:
2 tablespoons ketchup
3/4 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon hot and spicy oil (chili oil can be substituted)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
1/2 teaspoon fresh chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon freshly chopped ginger root
1/8 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Chinese mustard powder
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons water
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon peanut butter
Planet Hollywood Thai Shrimp Pasta 356
Place all ingredients except crushed red pepper in blender and blend
well. Place in storage container. Mix in crushed pepper. Use 1/2 cup
or more to make Thai Shrimp Pasta, and refrigerate remaining sauce.
Sauce keeps 4 to 5 days.
Applebee's Bourbon Street Steak
1/2 cup bottled steak sauce
1/4 cup bourbon whiskey
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
4 beef rib, round, or chuck steaks (10 ounces each)
Combine all the ingredients except the steaks in a baking dish or resealable
plastic storage bag; mix well. Add the steaks; cover (or seal) and
refrigerate for 2 hours, or overnight. Preheat the grill to medium-high
heat. Grill the steaks for 12 to 15 minutes, or until desired doneness,
turning them over halfway through the grilling.
1/4 cup bourbon whiskey
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
4 beef rib, round, or chuck steaks (10 ounces each)
Combine all the ingredients except the steaks in a baking dish or resealable
plastic storage bag; mix well. Add the steaks; cover (or seal) and
refrigerate for 2 hours, or overnight. Preheat the grill to medium-high
heat. Grill the steaks for 12 to 15 minutes, or until desired doneness,
turning them over halfway through the grilling.
Applebees Low Fat Grilled Tilapia with Mango Salsa
1 Tilapia Fillet (or other whitefish) grilled
Mango Salsa
White rice
Vegetable Medley
Mango Salsa:
1 cup diced tomatoes
½ cup diced red onions
½ ea. diced jalapeno
2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp salad oil
1 tsp white vinegar
½ tsp granulated garlic
½ cup chopped mango
Tilapia Fillet:
Spray both sides of the tilapia with Pam Oil Spray.
Shake seasoning over both sides of the tilapia.
Place tilapia on a clean, lightly oiled grill, smooth side down. Cook to an internal
temperature of 145 degrees, turning once during cooking.
Cook rice
Steam fresh vegetable medley (use no butter) season with lemon pepper.
Mango Salsa:
Place all ingredients together in a bowl with the exception of the mango, and mix.
Add the mango and gently mix right before serving.
To serve: Place a portion of white rice on a platter. Place the tilapia on the bed of rice.
Pour 2 tablespoons of the mango salsa over the tilapia.
Add the vegetable medley.
Garnish with kale and a fresh lemon wedge.
Mango Salsa
White rice
Vegetable Medley
Mango Salsa:
1 cup diced tomatoes
½ cup diced red onions
½ ea. diced jalapeno
2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp salad oil
1 tsp white vinegar
½ tsp granulated garlic
½ cup chopped mango
Tilapia Fillet:
Spray both sides of the tilapia with Pam Oil Spray.
Shake seasoning over both sides of the tilapia.
Place tilapia on a clean, lightly oiled grill, smooth side down. Cook to an internal
temperature of 145 degrees, turning once during cooking.
Cook rice
Steam fresh vegetable medley (use no butter) season with lemon pepper.
Mango Salsa:
Place all ingredients together in a bowl with the exception of the mango, and mix.
Add the mango and gently mix right before serving.
To serve: Place a portion of white rice on a platter. Place the tilapia on the bed of rice.
Pour 2 tablespoons of the mango salsa over the tilapia.
Add the vegetable medley.
Garnish with kale and a fresh lemon wedge.
Cheesecake Factory Pumpkin Cheesecake
Crust:
1-1/2 cups graham crumbs
5 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 Tbsp. sugar
Filling:
3 - 8oz. pkgs. cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup canned pumpkin
3 eggs
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. allspice
Whipped Cream
Mix crust ingredients together, just till coated and crumbly. Press onto the
bottom and 2/3 up the sides of an 8" springform pan. Bake for 5 mins. at
350. Set aside. Combine cheese, sugar and vanilla in large bowl, mix until
smooth with an electric mixer. add pumpkin eggs,and spices, beat till smooth
and creamy. Pour into the crust. Bake for 60-70 mins.or till the top turns a
bit darker. Remove from oven and allow to come to room temperature, then
refrigerate. After it has thoroughly chilled, remove the pan sides and cut.
Serve with whipped cream.
1-1/2 cups graham crumbs
5 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 Tbsp. sugar
Filling:
3 - 8oz. pkgs. cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup canned pumpkin
3 eggs
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. allspice
Whipped Cream
Mix crust ingredients together, just till coated and crumbly. Press onto the
bottom and 2/3 up the sides of an 8" springform pan. Bake for 5 mins. at
350. Set aside. Combine cheese, sugar and vanilla in large bowl, mix until
smooth with an electric mixer. add pumpkin eggs,and spices, beat till smooth
and creamy. Pour into the crust. Bake for 60-70 mins.or till the top turns a
bit darker. Remove from oven and allow to come to room temperature, then
refrigerate. After it has thoroughly chilled, remove the pan sides and cut.
Serve with whipped cream.
Red Lobster's Clam Chowder
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced leeks
1/4 teaspoon chopped garlic
2 tablespoons flour
1 quart milk
1 cup clams in juice
1 cup diced potatoes
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon dry thyme
1/2 cup heavy cream
1) In a soup pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery,
leeks and garlic. Saute for 3 minutes mixing often.
2) Remove from heat and add flour, mixing well.
3) Add milk and whisk vigorously.
4) Drain clams and add juice to soup.
5) Slowly bring to a boil, mixing often. Reduce heat to a simmer.
6) Add potatoes and seasonings, simmer 10 minutes.
7) Add clams and simmer 5 - 8 minutes.
8) Finish with heavy cream. Serve.
1 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced leeks
1/4 teaspoon chopped garlic
2 tablespoons flour
1 quart milk
1 cup clams in juice
1 cup diced potatoes
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon dry thyme
1/2 cup heavy cream
1) In a soup pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery,
leeks and garlic. Saute for 3 minutes mixing often.
2) Remove from heat and add flour, mixing well.
3) Add milk and whisk vigorously.
4) Drain clams and add juice to soup.
5) Slowly bring to a boil, mixing often. Reduce heat to a simmer.
6) Add potatoes and seasonings, simmer 10 minutes.
7) Add clams and simmer 5 - 8 minutes.
8) Finish with heavy cream. Serve.
Hamburger Buns
1-1/2 cups warm water
5 teaspoons dry yeast
pinch sugar
1/3 cup oil
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon malt powder or syrup - optional
6 cups (approximately) bread flour
milk for brushing
sesame seeds
Place water, yeast and pinch of sugar in bread machine pan and let stand for
a couple of minutes. Add remaining ingredients in order given.
Place machine on 'dough' mode. When cycle is over, remove dough from
machine. Gently deflate. Divide dough in 8-10 portions, cover with a clean
tea towel and let rest five minutes. Shape each portion into a ball and
place, evenly spaced, on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Insert entire
sheet in a large plastic bag (like a garbage bag).
Allow to rise until quite puffy (20-30 minutes). Remove from plastic bag.
Flatten each roll gently with palm of hand. Brush, if desired, with milk and
sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Preheat oven to 375 F.
Bake, until nicely browned (15-20 minutes). Freeze leftovers.
5 teaspoons dry yeast
pinch sugar
1/3 cup oil
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon malt powder or syrup - optional
6 cups (approximately) bread flour
milk for brushing
sesame seeds
Place water, yeast and pinch of sugar in bread machine pan and let stand for
a couple of minutes. Add remaining ingredients in order given.
Place machine on 'dough' mode. When cycle is over, remove dough from
machine. Gently deflate. Divide dough in 8-10 portions, cover with a clean
tea towel and let rest five minutes. Shape each portion into a ball and
place, evenly spaced, on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Insert entire
sheet in a large plastic bag (like a garbage bag).
Allow to rise until quite puffy (20-30 minutes). Remove from plastic bag.
Flatten each roll gently with palm of hand. Brush, if desired, with milk and
sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Preheat oven to 375 F.
Bake, until nicely browned (15-20 minutes). Freeze leftovers.
Lynchburg Lemonade
3 parts 7-up
1 part sweet and sour mix
1 part triple sec
1 part bourbon
Mix together. Add some sliced lemons and limes.
1 part sweet and sour mix
1 part triple sec
1 part bourbon
Mix together. Add some sliced lemons and limes.
Macaroni Grill Penne Rustica
Gratinata Sauce:
2 Teaspoon Butter
2 Teaspoon chopped garlic
1 Teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 Teaspoon salt
1 Teaspoon chopped rosemary
1 cup marsala wine
1/4 Teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 cups heavy cream
Saute butter, garlic , and rosemary until garlic begins to brown.
Add marsala wine and reduce by one-third. Add remaining ingredients
and reduce by half of original volume. Set aside:
Penne Rustica:
1 Ounce pancetta or bacon
18 each shrimp peeled and devained
12 Ounce grilled chicken breast, sliced
4.5 cups of granita sauce
48 Ounce Penne Pasta, precooked
3 Teaspoon pimentos
6 Ounce butter
1 Teaspoon chopped shallots
1 pinch of salt and pepper
1 cups parmesan cheese
1/2 Teaspoon paprika
6 sprigs of fresh rosemary
Saute pancette until begins to brown. Add butter, shallots, and shrimp. Cook
until shrimp are evenly pick but still translucent. Add chicken, salt,
pepper, and mix thoroughly. Add granita sauce and 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese
and simmer until sauce thickens. In a large bowl, combine shrimp and chicken
mixture with precooked pasta. Place this mixture into single serving dishes
or one large casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese and pimentos and
sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 475 for 10-15 minutes. Remove and garnish
with fresh rosemary sprig. Serves six.
2 Teaspoon Butter
2 Teaspoon chopped garlic
1 Teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 Teaspoon salt
1 Teaspoon chopped rosemary
1 cup marsala wine
1/4 Teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 cups heavy cream
Saute butter, garlic , and rosemary until garlic begins to brown.
Add marsala wine and reduce by one-third. Add remaining ingredients
and reduce by half of original volume. Set aside:
Penne Rustica:
1 Ounce pancetta or bacon
18 each shrimp peeled and devained
12 Ounce grilled chicken breast, sliced
4.5 cups of granita sauce
48 Ounce Penne Pasta, precooked
3 Teaspoon pimentos
6 Ounce butter
1 Teaspoon chopped shallots
1 pinch of salt and pepper
1 cups parmesan cheese
1/2 Teaspoon paprika
6 sprigs of fresh rosemary
Saute pancette until begins to brown. Add butter, shallots, and shrimp. Cook
until shrimp are evenly pick but still translucent. Add chicken, salt,
pepper, and mix thoroughly. Add granita sauce and 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese
and simmer until sauce thickens. In a large bowl, combine shrimp and chicken
mixture with precooked pasta. Place this mixture into single serving dishes
or one large casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese and pimentos and
sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 475 for 10-15 minutes. Remove and garnish
with fresh rosemary sprig. Serves six.
Applebees Chicken Fajita Rollups
1 large round white tortilla shell
1/2 cup grilled chicken
1/8 cup pico de gallo
1/2 cup shredded jack and Cheddar cheese mix
1/2 cup lettuce
1/8 cup diced tomatoes
1/8 cup sour cream
Directions:
Grease the bottom of a round baking sheet. Place your tortilla shell on the sheet. Place
all hot ingredients ingredients on top and put in your broiler long enough to melt the
cheese. When you take out of the broiler add: 1/2 cup lettuce, 1/8 cup diced tomatoes
and about an 1/8 cup sour cream
1/2 cup grilled chicken
1/8 cup pico de gallo
1/2 cup shredded jack and Cheddar cheese mix
1/2 cup lettuce
1/8 cup diced tomatoes
1/8 cup sour cream
Directions:
Grease the bottom of a round baking sheet. Place your tortilla shell on the sheet. Place
all hot ingredients ingredients on top and put in your broiler long enough to melt the
cheese. When you take out of the broiler add: 1/2 cup lettuce, 1/8 cup diced tomatoes
and about an 1/8 cup sour cream
McDonald's Sweet and Sour Sauce
1/4 cup peach preserves
1/4 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
5 teaspoons white vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons corn starch
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons water
1. Combine all ingredients except the water in a food processor or a
blender and puree until the mixture is smooth.
2. Pour mixture into a small saucepan over medium heat. Add water, stir,
and bring mixture to a boil. Allow it to boil for five minutes,
stirring often. When the sauce has thickened, remove it from the heat
and let it cool. Store sauce in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Makes about 3/4 cup.
1/4 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
5 teaspoons white vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons corn starch
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons water
1. Combine all ingredients except the water in a food processor or a
blender and puree until the mixture is smooth.
2. Pour mixture into a small saucepan over medium heat. Add water, stir,
and bring mixture to a boil. Allow it to boil for five minutes,
stirring often. When the sauce has thickened, remove it from the heat
and let it cool. Store sauce in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Makes about 3/4 cup.
Outback Steakhouse Creamy Potato Soup
5 or 6 large potatoes
1 can evaporated milk (12 ounce can)
1 lb. Velveeta Cheese, cubed
salt to taste
pepper to taste
garlic to taste
Garnish
Sour cream
Bacon bits
Shredded cheese
Green onion tops
Wash, peel, cut potatoes in small pieces. In medium size pot, barely cover
with water, boil until cooked but still firm. Add milk and cheese. Cook on
low stirring constantly until cheese melts. Do not boil. Ladle into serving
bowls and add toppings of sour cream, bacon bits, shredded cheese, and green
onion tops
1 can evaporated milk (12 ounce can)
1 lb. Velveeta Cheese, cubed
salt to taste
pepper to taste
garlic to taste
Garnish
Sour cream
Bacon bits
Shredded cheese
Green onion tops
Wash, peel, cut potatoes in small pieces. In medium size pot, barely cover
with water, boil until cooked but still firm. Add milk and cheese. Cook on
low stirring constantly until cheese melts. Do not boil. Ladle into serving
bowls and add toppings of sour cream, bacon bits, shredded cheese, and green
onion tops
Cracker Barrel's Hashbrown Casserole
2 lbs. frozen hashbrowns
1/2 cup melted butter
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 pt. sour cream
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cups grated cheddar
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 cups crushed cornflakes
1/4 cup melted butter
DEFROST hashbrowns.
COMBINE next 7 ingr. and mix with hashbrowns.
PUT all in a 3 qt. casserole.
SAUTE cornflakes in butter and sprinkle on top.
COVER and BAKE at 350 for about 40 min.
1/2 cup melted butter
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 pt. sour cream
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cups grated cheddar
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 cups crushed cornflakes
1/4 cup melted butter
DEFROST hashbrowns.
COMBINE next 7 ingr. and mix with hashbrowns.
PUT all in a 3 qt. casserole.
SAUTE cornflakes in butter and sprinkle on top.
COVER and BAKE at 350 for about 40 min.
Chili's Grilled Caribbean Chicken Salad
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup teriyaki marinade (store bought)
4 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
4 cups chopped green leaf lettuce
1 cup chopped red cabbage
5.5 oz. can pineapple chunks in juice, drained
tortilla chips
PICO DE GALLO:
2 med. tomatoes , diced
1/2 cup diced spanish onion
2 tsps. chopped fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and de-ribbed
2 tsps. finely minced fresh cilantro
pinch of salt
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Cover and chill.
HONEY LIME DRESSING:
1/4 cup Grey Poupon dijon mustard
1/4 cup honey
1-1/2 Tbsps. sugar
1 Tbsp. sesame oil
1-1/2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1-1/2 tsps. lime juice
Blend all the ingredients in a small bowl with an electric mixer, Cover and
chill.
Marinate the chicken in the teriyaki for at least two hours.Use a resealable
plastic bag. Put in fridge. Preheat outdoor or indoor grill. Grill the
chicken for 4-5 mins. per side or until done. Toss the lettuces and cabbage
together and divide into 2 large serving size salad bowls. Divide the pico
de gallo and pour in equal portions over the two bowls of greens. Divide the
pineapple and sprinkle on salads. Break tortilla chips into large chunks and
sprinkle on salads. Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips and divide
among bowls. Pour the dressing into two small bowls and serve with the
salads.
1/2 cup teriyaki marinade (store bought)
4 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
4 cups chopped green leaf lettuce
1 cup chopped red cabbage
5.5 oz. can pineapple chunks in juice, drained
tortilla chips
PICO DE GALLO:
2 med. tomatoes , diced
1/2 cup diced spanish onion
2 tsps. chopped fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and de-ribbed
2 tsps. finely minced fresh cilantro
pinch of salt
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Cover and chill.
HONEY LIME DRESSING:
1/4 cup Grey Poupon dijon mustard
1/4 cup honey
1-1/2 Tbsps. sugar
1 Tbsp. sesame oil
1-1/2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1-1/2 tsps. lime juice
Blend all the ingredients in a small bowl with an electric mixer, Cover and
chill.
Marinate the chicken in the teriyaki for at least two hours.Use a resealable
plastic bag. Put in fridge. Preheat outdoor or indoor grill. Grill the
chicken for 4-5 mins. per side or until done. Toss the lettuces and cabbage
together and divide into 2 large serving size salad bowls. Divide the pico
de gallo and pour in equal portions over the two bowls of greens. Divide the
pineapple and sprinkle on salads. Break tortilla chips into large chunks and
sprinkle on salads. Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips and divide
among bowls. Pour the dressing into two small bowls and serve with the
salads.
El Pollo Loco Mexican Beans
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 whole serrano chile
1/4 teaspoon serrano chiles, ground
1 28-oz. can pinto beans
1/3 cup water
Heat oil and whole chile in sauce pan. When chile is tender, add ground
chiles, beans and water. Stir well. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer
10 to 15 minutes.
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El Pollo Loco Chicken
1 cup White wine vinegar
1 cup Olive oil
1/2 cup White wine
1 tbls. Oregano
1 teas. Thyme
3 tbls. Salt
10 Garlic cloves; minced
1 1/2 teas. Tabasco sauce
Mix all ingredients and marinate two whole chicken which have been cut in
half. Marinate several hours in refrigerator. Grill chickens slowly until
done.
1 whole serrano chile
1/4 teaspoon serrano chiles, ground
1 28-oz. can pinto beans
1/3 cup water
Heat oil and whole chile in sauce pan. When chile is tender, add ground
chiles, beans and water. Stir well. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer
10 to 15 minutes.
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El Pollo Loco Chicken
1 cup White wine vinegar
1 cup Olive oil
1/2 cup White wine
1 tbls. Oregano
1 teas. Thyme
3 tbls. Salt
10 Garlic cloves; minced
1 1/2 teas. Tabasco sauce
Mix all ingredients and marinate two whole chicken which have been cut in
half. Marinate several hours in refrigerator. Grill chickens slowly until
done.
Olive Garden Brownie Banana Funtastico
BROWNIES 1 pk Brownie mix
Bananas -- as needed
Chocolate topping
Pineapple topping
Maraschino cherries
Chopped walnuts
Whipped cream
BANANA MOUSSE
1 Env whipped topping mix
1/2 c Milk
1 pk Instant banana/chocolate/strawberry Pudding
1 c Milk
Prepare brownie mix according to package directions. Beat whipped topping mix
and 1/2 c milk at high speed with an electric mixer for 5 minutes. Transfer topping
to a separate bowl and reserve. Do not wash mixer bowl. Add pudding mix and 1
c milk to bowl. Mix on low speed for 2 minutes. Fold whipped topping into
pudding, by hand or on very low speed until well mixed. Chill while assembling
banana splits. Place a brownie in the bottom of a large bowl. Spread brownie
with pineapple topping. Split a banana in half lengthwise and place it next to the
brownie on either side. Place desired amount of banana mousse on top of the
brownie. Top with whipped cream, chocolate topping, nuts and a cherry. Fried Dough
1/2 cup warm water
5 teaspoons yeast
pinch of sugar
1 cup warm milk
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1/3 cup oil
2 cups unbleached all purpose flour
3-4 cups unbleached bread flour (or all-purpose)
oil for frying
granulated sugar for dusting
NOTE: This recipe can also be made in a bread machine on 'dough' cycle.
In a large mixing bowl, stir together the yeast, warm water and a
pinch of sugar. Allow to stand a couple of minutes to allow yeast to
swell or dissolve. Stir in remaining sugar, milk, vanilla, eggs, oil,
salt, all-purpose flour and most of bread flour (if using) to make a
soft dough. Knead 5 to 8 minutes by hand or with a dough hook, adding
flour as needed to form a firmer smooth and elastic dough. Place in a
greased bowl. Place bowl in a plastic bag and seal. If not using right
away, you can refrigerate the dough at this point. Let rise about one
hour. Gently deflate dough. If dough is coming out of the refrigerator,
allow to warm about 40 minutes before proceeding.
Cut off portions of dough (about the size of a mandarine orange).
Stretch or roll into large, thin oblong shapes and place on waxed
paper-lined baking sheet. Prepare all dough this way, layering more
paper between the stretched pieces of dough. Cover with a wet towel
and let rest 15 minutes. When oil is hot (385 F) fry slabs, one or two
at a time. Turn them over as soon as they puff up and fry on other side
for a few seconds to complete.
Drain on paper towels. Prepare a bowl with a cup or two of white sugar.
Toss in one at a time and coat well, shaking off excess in the bowl.
You can also serve these with pie toppings or a dollop of strawberry
or raspberry jam.
Bananas -- as needed
Chocolate topping
Pineapple topping
Maraschino cherries
Chopped walnuts
Whipped cream
BANANA MOUSSE
1 Env whipped topping mix
1/2 c Milk
1 pk Instant banana/chocolate/strawberry Pudding
1 c Milk
Prepare brownie mix according to package directions. Beat whipped topping mix
and 1/2 c milk at high speed with an electric mixer for 5 minutes. Transfer topping
to a separate bowl and reserve. Do not wash mixer bowl. Add pudding mix and 1
c milk to bowl. Mix on low speed for 2 minutes. Fold whipped topping into
pudding, by hand or on very low speed until well mixed. Chill while assembling
banana splits. Place a brownie in the bottom of a large bowl. Spread brownie
with pineapple topping. Split a banana in half lengthwise and place it next to the
brownie on either side. Place desired amount of banana mousse on top of the
brownie. Top with whipped cream, chocolate topping, nuts and a cherry. Fried Dough
1/2 cup warm water
5 teaspoons yeast
pinch of sugar
1 cup warm milk
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1/3 cup oil
2 cups unbleached all purpose flour
3-4 cups unbleached bread flour (or all-purpose)
oil for frying
granulated sugar for dusting
NOTE: This recipe can also be made in a bread machine on 'dough' cycle.
In a large mixing bowl, stir together the yeast, warm water and a
pinch of sugar. Allow to stand a couple of minutes to allow yeast to
swell or dissolve. Stir in remaining sugar, milk, vanilla, eggs, oil,
salt, all-purpose flour and most of bread flour (if using) to make a
soft dough. Knead 5 to 8 minutes by hand or with a dough hook, adding
flour as needed to form a firmer smooth and elastic dough. Place in a
greased bowl. Place bowl in a plastic bag and seal. If not using right
away, you can refrigerate the dough at this point. Let rise about one
hour. Gently deflate dough. If dough is coming out of the refrigerator,
allow to warm about 40 minutes before proceeding.
Cut off portions of dough (about the size of a mandarine orange).
Stretch or roll into large, thin oblong shapes and place on waxed
paper-lined baking sheet. Prepare all dough this way, layering more
paper between the stretched pieces of dough. Cover with a wet towel
and let rest 15 minutes. When oil is hot (385 F) fry slabs, one or two
at a time. Turn them over as soon as they puff up and fry on other side
for a few seconds to complete.
Drain on paper towels. Prepare a bowl with a cup or two of white sugar.
Toss in one at a time and coat well, shaking off excess in the bowl.
You can also serve these with pie toppings or a dollop of strawberry
or raspberry jam.
KFC Cole Slaw
8 cups shredded cabbage
1/4 cup carrot, shredded
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teas. salt
1/8 teas. pepper
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup mayonaise
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 tbls. white vinegar
2 1/2 tbls. lemon juice
Combine cabbage and carrots in a large salad bowl. Mix remaining
ingredients together and combine thoroughly. Pour liquid ingredients
over cabbage and carrots and stir. Refrigerate at least two hours
before serving (overnight is better). Stir well before serving.
1/4 cup carrot, shredded
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teas. salt
1/8 teas. pepper
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup mayonaise
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 tbls. white vinegar
2 1/2 tbls. lemon juice
Combine cabbage and carrots in a large salad bowl. Mix remaining
ingredients together and combine thoroughly. Pour liquid ingredients
over cabbage and carrots and stir. Refrigerate at least two hours
before serving (overnight is better). Stir well before serving.
Chi-Chi's Baked Chicken Chimichangas
2 1/2 cup chicken, cooked, shredded
2 Tblsp Olive oil
1/2 cup Onion,chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 Tblsp chili powder
16 Ounce salsa (choice of hotness)
1/2 Teaspoon cumin,ground
1/2 Teaspoon cinnamon
pinch of salt(if necessary)
6 -10 inch flour tortillas, nice flexible ones; if stiff, warm before filling
1 cup refried beans
Olive oil (for basting)
Sour Cream
Guacamole
In large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in chili
powder, salsa, cumin and cinnamon. Stir in shredded chicken. Let cool. Heat
oven to 450. Grease rimmed 15 x 10 x 1 baking pan. Working with one tortilla
at a time, spoon a heaping tablespoon of beans down center of each tortilla.
Top with a scant 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture. Fold up the bottom, top and
sides of tortilla; secure with wooden toothpicks if necessary. Place
chimichangas in greased baking pan, seam side down. Brush all sides with the
oil. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and crisp, turning every 5
minutes.
2 Tblsp Olive oil
1/2 cup Onion,chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 Tblsp chili powder
16 Ounce salsa (choice of hotness)
1/2 Teaspoon cumin,ground
1/2 Teaspoon cinnamon
pinch of salt(if necessary)
6 -10 inch flour tortillas, nice flexible ones; if stiff, warm before filling
1 cup refried beans
Olive oil (for basting)
Sour Cream
Guacamole
In large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in chili
powder, salsa, cumin and cinnamon. Stir in shredded chicken. Let cool. Heat
oven to 450. Grease rimmed 15 x 10 x 1 baking pan. Working with one tortilla
at a time, spoon a heaping tablespoon of beans down center of each tortilla.
Top with a scant 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture. Fold up the bottom, top and
sides of tortilla; secure with wooden toothpicks if necessary. Place
chimichangas in greased baking pan, seam side down. Brush all sides with the
oil. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and crisp, turning every 5
minutes.
Outback Steakhouse Walkabout Onion Soup
2 cups yellow sweet onions, Thinly Sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh pepper, Ground
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1/4 cup Velveeta cheese, Cubes, Diced (compressed in measuring cup)
1 1/2-1 3/4 cups white sauce (Below)
cheddar cheese, Shredded (for garnish)
White Sauce
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups whole milk
In 2 quart sauce pan place 3 tablespoons butter and sliced onions.
Cook at low to medium heat stirring frequently until soft and clear but not brown.
Add chicken broth from can, chicken bouillon cubes, salt, pepper, and stir until completely heated through.
Add white sauce and Velveeta cheese. White sauce will be thick because it has been remove from the heat.
Simmer on medium low heat until the cheese is melted and all ingredients are blended, stirring constantly.
Turn temperature to warm and let cook for additional 30 minute to 45 minute.
Serve with a garnish of shredded cheddar cheese, and a couple of slices of warm dark Russian Bread.
Thick White Sauce:.
In a 1 quart sauce pan melt butter and add flour, cook on medium heat until the flour turns thick and comes
away from the side of the sauce pan.
Pour milk in flour a little at a time and stir constantly, add salt. Mixture should thicken and become like thick
pudding.
Remember to stir constantly taking care not to let mixture lump, set aside off from heat until ready to use for
the soup.
2 tablespoons butter
1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh pepper, Ground
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1/4 cup Velveeta cheese, Cubes, Diced (compressed in measuring cup)
1 1/2-1 3/4 cups white sauce (Below)
cheddar cheese, Shredded (for garnish)
White Sauce
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups whole milk
In 2 quart sauce pan place 3 tablespoons butter and sliced onions.
Cook at low to medium heat stirring frequently until soft and clear but not brown.
Add chicken broth from can, chicken bouillon cubes, salt, pepper, and stir until completely heated through.
Add white sauce and Velveeta cheese. White sauce will be thick because it has been remove from the heat.
Simmer on medium low heat until the cheese is melted and all ingredients are blended, stirring constantly.
Turn temperature to warm and let cook for additional 30 minute to 45 minute.
Serve with a garnish of shredded cheddar cheese, and a couple of slices of warm dark Russian Bread.
Thick White Sauce:.
In a 1 quart sauce pan melt butter and add flour, cook on medium heat until the flour turns thick and comes
away from the side of the sauce pan.
Pour milk in flour a little at a time and stir constantly, add salt. Mixture should thicken and become like thick
pudding.
Remember to stir constantly taking care not to let mixture lump, set aside off from heat until ready to use for
the soup.
Good Season's Italian Dressing
1 TB Garlic salt
1 TB Onion powder
1 TB Sugar
2 TB Oregano
1 ts Pepper
1/4 ts Thyme
1 ts Basil
1 TB Parsley
1/4 ts Celery salt
2 TB Salt
For Dressing Mix:
1/4 Cup Cider Vinegar
2/3 Cup Oil
2 TB Water
2 TB Dry Mix
Shake well.
1 TB Onion powder
1 TB Sugar
2 TB Oregano
1 ts Pepper
1/4 ts Thyme
1 ts Basil
1 TB Parsley
1/4 ts Celery salt
2 TB Salt
For Dressing Mix:
1/4 Cup Cider Vinegar
2/3 Cup Oil
2 TB Water
2 TB Dry Mix
Shake well.
Ponderosa's Steak Sauce
1/3 Cup Heinz 57 Sauce
1/3 Cup Worcestershire Sauce
1/3 Cup A-1 Steak Sauce
2 Tbls. Light corn syrup
Combine as listed and funnel into bottle with tight fitting cap.
Keep refrigerated to use in a few months. Shake well before using.
1/3 Cup Worcestershire Sauce
1/3 Cup A-1 Steak Sauce
2 Tbls. Light corn syrup
Combine as listed and funnel into bottle with tight fitting cap.
Keep refrigerated to use in a few months. Shake well before using.
O'Charley's Baked Potato Soup
3 lbs. red potatoes
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup flour
2 quarts half-and-half
1 pound block Velveeta cheese, melted
White pepper, to taste
Garlic powder, to taste
1 tsp. hot pepper sauce
1/2 lb. bacon, fried crisply
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup fresh chives, chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dice unpeeled red potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Place in a large Dutch oven,
cover with water and bring to a boil. Let boil for 10 minutes or until
almost cooked. In a separate large Dutch oven, combine melted margarine and
flour, mixing until smooth. Place over low heat and gradually add
half-and-half, stirring constantly. Continue to stir until smooth and liquid
begins to thicken. Add melted Velveeta. Stir well. Drain potatoes and add to
cream mixture. Stir in pepper, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce. Cover and
cook over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Place soup into
individual serving bowls and top with crumbled bacon, shredded cheese,
chives and parsley.
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup flour
2 quarts half-and-half
1 pound block Velveeta cheese, melted
White pepper, to taste
Garlic powder, to taste
1 tsp. hot pepper sauce
1/2 lb. bacon, fried crisply
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup fresh chives, chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dice unpeeled red potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Place in a large Dutch oven,
cover with water and bring to a boil. Let boil for 10 minutes or until
almost cooked. In a separate large Dutch oven, combine melted margarine and
flour, mixing until smooth. Place over low heat and gradually add
half-and-half, stirring constantly. Continue to stir until smooth and liquid
begins to thicken. Add melted Velveeta. Stir well. Drain potatoes and add to
cream mixture. Stir in pepper, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce. Cover and
cook over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Place soup into
individual serving bowls and top with crumbled bacon, shredded cheese,
chives and parsley.
McDonald's Hot Apple & Cherry Pies
4-6 Cups vegetable oil (in fryer)
1 package Pillsbury apple or cherry turnovers
(Find them in the refrigerated section)
1. Unroll the Pillsbury turnover dough. You will have six 3"x3" pieces. You
will use four of them. Stretch them out to about 4"x5" rectangles. Do this
on waxed paper.
2. Spread 1/2 of the pie filling on one dough, and the other half on
another, leaving about 1/2" of dough around edges. Clear a 3/4" space
lengthwise down the middle of both.
3. Place the remaining two doughs on top of the two with the filling. Crimp
the edges. You'll have what looks like two giant pop-tarts.
4. Cut both of them precisely down the middle, in that 3/4" space you
created. Crimp those two edges.
5. Manipulate as needed to form an attractive, uniform shaped pie. They
should look like small burritos, only crimped around the edges.
6. Place all four, flat on waxed paper, in the freezer. After about 45
minutes, spray all sides of each pie with water mist. Return to the freezer
for at least another hour.
7. Place in a freezer bag and seal for future use, or get ready to deep-fry
them.
Cooking Your Pies:
1. Pre-heat your deep fryer to 375 . Also pre-heat your oven to warm.
2. Quickly dip a frozen pie in cold water, making sure to immerse it
entirely.
3. Drop the pie into the hot oil. Be careful---it will most likely splatter.
After all the pies are in the fryer, place your spare fryer basket over the
top. ("Sandwiching" the pies between the two baskets.) This ensures the pies
are fully submerged. It is important that the pies are fully submerged or a
good portion of it won't cook correctly.
4. Cook 5-7 minutes. Check after 5 minutes---the color should be a golden
brown. The older the oil, the sooner the it will turn brown, and that may
give you a false reading. 6 minutes is generally right on.
5. After deep frying, carefully remove the cooked pies and drain for 1
minute on paper towels. Then place directly on the oven rack in your warmed
oven. Warm for at least 10 minutes, and as long as 30 minutes.
1 package Pillsbury apple or cherry turnovers
(Find them in the refrigerated section)
1. Unroll the Pillsbury turnover dough. You will have six 3"x3" pieces. You
will use four of them. Stretch them out to about 4"x5" rectangles. Do this
on waxed paper.
2. Spread 1/2 of the pie filling on one dough, and the other half on
another, leaving about 1/2" of dough around edges. Clear a 3/4" space
lengthwise down the middle of both.
3. Place the remaining two doughs on top of the two with the filling. Crimp
the edges. You'll have what looks like two giant pop-tarts.
4. Cut both of them precisely down the middle, in that 3/4" space you
created. Crimp those two edges.
5. Manipulate as needed to form an attractive, uniform shaped pie. They
should look like small burritos, only crimped around the edges.
6. Place all four, flat on waxed paper, in the freezer. After about 45
minutes, spray all sides of each pie with water mist. Return to the freezer
for at least another hour.
7. Place in a freezer bag and seal for future use, or get ready to deep-fry
them.
Cooking Your Pies:
1. Pre-heat your deep fryer to 375 . Also pre-heat your oven to warm.
2. Quickly dip a frozen pie in cold water, making sure to immerse it
entirely.
3. Drop the pie into the hot oil. Be careful---it will most likely splatter.
After all the pies are in the fryer, place your spare fryer basket over the
top. ("Sandwiching" the pies between the two baskets.) This ensures the pies
are fully submerged. It is important that the pies are fully submerged or a
good portion of it won't cook correctly.
4. Cook 5-7 minutes. Check after 5 minutes---the color should be a golden
brown. The older the oil, the sooner the it will turn brown, and that may
give you a false reading. 6 minutes is generally right on.
5. After deep frying, carefully remove the cooked pies and drain for 1
minute on paper towels. Then place directly on the oven rack in your warmed
oven. Warm for at least 10 minutes, and as long as 30 minutes.
Reuben Sandwich
8 slices rye bread with caraway seeds
1/4 cup butter, room temp
1 cup 1000 Island dressing
1/4 pound corned beef, thinly sliced
1 cup sauerkraut, well-drained
1/2 pound Swiss cheese, shredded
Lay out the bread slices, Spread one side of each slice with
the butter, then turn them and spead the other side evenly with
the dressing. Lay the sliced corned beef on the dressing side
of the bread, making sure there's no overhang. Spread the
sauerkraut evenly on the corned beef, then sprinkle the cheese
evenly on top of that. Top with the remaining bread slice,
buttered side out and press to compact the sandwich.
Heat a large non-stick fry pan or griddle until hot. Place the
sandwich on the griddle and cook, pressing down on the
sandwiches 3 or 4 times to keep compact. Cook for 3-4 minutes
until golden on the one side, then flip carefully and press
down again and cook until the cheese has melted and the sandwich
is golden on the other side.
1/4 cup butter, room temp
1 cup 1000 Island dressing
1/4 pound corned beef, thinly sliced
1 cup sauerkraut, well-drained
1/2 pound Swiss cheese, shredded
Lay out the bread slices, Spread one side of each slice with
the butter, then turn them and spead the other side evenly with
the dressing. Lay the sliced corned beef on the dressing side
of the bread, making sure there's no overhang. Spread the
sauerkraut evenly on the corned beef, then sprinkle the cheese
evenly on top of that. Top with the remaining bread slice,
buttered side out and press to compact the sandwich.
Heat a large non-stick fry pan or griddle until hot. Place the
sandwich on the griddle and cook, pressing down on the
sandwiches 3 or 4 times to keep compact. Cook for 3-4 minutes
until golden on the one side, then flip carefully and press
down again and cook until the cheese has melted and the sandwich
is golden on the other side.
Outback Steakhouse Tartar Sauce
Mayonnaise
Sweet Relish
Dash Worcestershire
Dash Lemon Juice
Mix Together
Sweet Relish
Dash Worcestershire
Dash Lemon Juice
Mix Together
Kraft Catalina Salad Dressing
1 cup sugar
2 Teaspoon salt
dash paprika
1/2 Teaspoon chili powder
1/2 Teaspoon celery seed
1/2 Teaspoon dry mustard
grated onion to taste
1/2 cup vinegar
2/3 cup ketchup
1 cup vegetable oil
Place all ingredients into blender and mix. Store in jar in refrigerator.
2 Teaspoon salt
dash paprika
1/2 Teaspoon chili powder
1/2 Teaspoon celery seed
1/2 Teaspoon dry mustard
grated onion to taste
1/2 cup vinegar
2/3 cup ketchup
1 cup vegetable oil
Place all ingredients into blender and mix. Store in jar in refrigerator.
Outback Steakhouse Bloomin Onion
4 Vidalia or Texas Sweet Onions
Batter:
1/3 Cup Cornstarch
1 1/2 Cup Flour
2 tsp. Garlic -- minced
2 tsp. Paprika
1 tsp. Salt
1 tsp. Pepper
24 oz. Beer
Seasoned Flour:
2 Cup Flour
4 tsp. Paprika
2 tsp. Garlic powder
1/2 tsp. Pepper
1/4 tsp. Cayenne pepper
Mix cornstarch, flour, and seasonings until well blended. Add beer,
mix well. Cut about 3/4" off top of onion and peel. Cut into onion
12 to 16 vertical wedges, but do not cut through bottom root end.
Remove about 1" of petals from center of onion. Dip onion in seasoned
flour and remove excess by shaking. Separate petals and dip in batter
to coat thoroughly. Gently place in fryer basket and deep-fry at
375 to 400 1 1/2 minutes. Turn over, and fry an additional 1 1/2 minutes.
Drain on paper towels.
Place onion upright in shallow bowl and remove center core with circular
cutter or apple corer. Serve hot with Creamy Chili Sauce.
Creamy Chili Sauce:
1 pint Mayonnaise
1 pint Sour cream
1/2 Cup Chili sauce
1/2 tsp. Cayenne pepper
Batter:
1/3 Cup Cornstarch
1 1/2 Cup Flour
2 tsp. Garlic -- minced
2 tsp. Paprika
1 tsp. Salt
1 tsp. Pepper
24 oz. Beer
Seasoned Flour:
2 Cup Flour
4 tsp. Paprika
2 tsp. Garlic powder
1/2 tsp. Pepper
1/4 tsp. Cayenne pepper
Mix cornstarch, flour, and seasonings until well blended. Add beer,
mix well. Cut about 3/4" off top of onion and peel. Cut into onion
12 to 16 vertical wedges, but do not cut through bottom root end.
Remove about 1" of petals from center of onion. Dip onion in seasoned
flour and remove excess by shaking. Separate petals and dip in batter
to coat thoroughly. Gently place in fryer basket and deep-fry at
375 to 400 1 1/2 minutes. Turn over, and fry an additional 1 1/2 minutes.
Drain on paper towels.
Place onion upright in shallow bowl and remove center core with circular
cutter or apple corer. Serve hot with Creamy Chili Sauce.
Creamy Chili Sauce:
1 pint Mayonnaise
1 pint Sour cream
1/2 Cup Chili sauce
1/2 tsp. Cayenne pepper
Cheez-Whiz
1 lb. cheddar cheese
2 cups evaporated milk
1-1/2 Teaspoon salt
1-1/2 tsp. dry mustard
2 beaten eggs
Cut cheese into small pieces and melt in double boiler. When melted, add
evaporated milk, salt and mustard. Remove from heat and stir in eggs. Return
to double boiler and stir and cook until eggs thicken sightly. Remove from
heat. Pour into a dish and cool slowly. Stir as it cools to prevent a crust
from forming. (Might just be able to cover with plastic wrap, too.) Put in
jars, cover and store in refrigerator. Keeps several weeks.
2 cups evaporated milk
1-1/2 Teaspoon salt
1-1/2 tsp. dry mustard
2 beaten eggs
Cut cheese into small pieces and melt in double boiler. When melted, add
evaporated milk, salt and mustard. Remove from heat and stir in eggs. Return
to double boiler and stir and cook until eggs thicken sightly. Remove from
heat. Pour into a dish and cool slowly. Stir as it cools to prevent a crust
from forming. (Might just be able to cover with plastic wrap, too.) Put in
jars, cover and store in refrigerator. Keeps several weeks.
El Chico Mexican Restaurant Relish
4 cups carrots, sliced
2 cups onion, cubed
1 16 oz. can Jalapenos, sliced
4 oz. vinegar
2 cups water
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. Oregano leaf
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1. Measure and place carrots in container.
2. Measure cubed onions and place in container with carrots.
3. Add the Jalapenos, including juice, to the carrots and onions.
4. Add the vinegar, water, salt, oregano and garlic to the other ingredients
and mix well.
5. Cover container and place in refrigerator for a minimum of 24 hours.
6. Before serving, stir all ingredients thoroughly.
*Remember, relish must be allowed to marinate for a MINIMUM of 24 hours.
2 cups onion, cubed
1 16 oz. can Jalapenos, sliced
4 oz. vinegar
2 cups water
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. Oregano leaf
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1. Measure and place carrots in container.
2. Measure cubed onions and place in container with carrots.
3. Add the Jalapenos, including juice, to the carrots and onions.
4. Add the vinegar, water, salt, oregano and garlic to the other ingredients
and mix well.
5. Cover container and place in refrigerator for a minimum of 24 hours.
6. Before serving, stir all ingredients thoroughly.
*Remember, relish must be allowed to marinate for a MINIMUM of 24 hours.
Olive Garden Toasted Ravioli
1 (16 oz.) package meat-filled ravioli
(fresh or frozen, but thaw if frozen)
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 c. water
1 tsp. garlic salt
1 c. flour
1 c. plain bread crumbs
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
Mix water with eggs and beat well; set aside. Mix Italian seasonings and garlic
salt with the bread crumbs and set this aside. Measure flour in bowl and set
aside. Heat vegetable oil in deep fryer or skillet to 350 degrees for deep frying.
Dip ravioli in flour then in egg wash then in bread crumbs and carefully place in
hot oil. Fry until golden, remove from oil and drain. Serve with your favorite
marinara sauce.
(fresh or frozen, but thaw if frozen)
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 c. water
1 tsp. garlic salt
1 c. flour
1 c. plain bread crumbs
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
Mix water with eggs and beat well; set aside. Mix Italian seasonings and garlic
salt with the bread crumbs and set this aside. Measure flour in bowl and set
aside. Heat vegetable oil in deep fryer or skillet to 350 degrees for deep frying.
Dip ravioli in flour then in egg wash then in bread crumbs and carefully place in
hot oil. Fry until golden, remove from oil and drain. Serve with your favorite
marinara sauce.
Chili's Honey Lime Dressing
1/4 Cup Grey Poupon Dijon mustard
1/4 Cup honey
1-1/2 Teaspoon sugar
1 Teaspoon sesame oil
1-1/2 Teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1-1/2 Teaspoon lime juice
Blend all ingredients in a small bowl with an electric mixer. Cover and
chill.
1/4 Cup honey
1-1/2 Teaspoon sugar
1 Teaspoon sesame oil
1-1/2 Teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1-1/2 Teaspoon lime juice
Blend all ingredients in a small bowl with an electric mixer. Cover and
chill.
Chick-Fil-A Coleslaw
6 cups shredded cabbage
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 - 1/2 cup milk
Mix & Chill 15 minutes.
Meanwhile combine:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 tsp. celery seed
2-3 drops hot sauce
3 Tbsp. dry minced onion
1/4 - 1/2 cup buttermilk
Mix well with cabbage. Chill. Allow flavors to blend for
several hours before serving.
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 - 1/2 cup milk
Mix & Chill 15 minutes.
Meanwhile combine:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 tsp. celery seed
2-3 drops hot sauce
3 Tbsp. dry minced onion
1/4 - 1/2 cup buttermilk
Mix well with cabbage. Chill. Allow flavors to blend for
several hours before serving.
Four Seasons Minestrone alla Milanese
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped leek, white and light green parts
1 cup finely chopped celery
2 cups finely chopped carrots
2 cups finely chopped cabbage (preferably Savoy)
1 cup green beans cut into 1/2-inch lengths
2 cups of 1/2-inch cubes of peeled boiling potatoes
1/2 cup finely chopped prosciutto
1 cup of 1/2-inch cubes of unpeeled zucchini
1 cup chopped rinsed fresh stemmed spinach
2/3 cup chopped fresh or canned tomatoes
1/2 cup tomato sauce
6 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup rice (preferably short grain Arborio)
2 cups canned cannelini beans
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Grated Parmesan for garnish, optional
In a large stock or soup pot, over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add
the onion, leek, celery, carrots, cabbage, green beans and potatoes and
stir for 2 minutes.
Add the prosciutto, zucchini, spinach, tomatoes and tomato sauce and
stir for another 2 minutes.
Add the chicken broth, bring to a boil and simmer, covered, over low
heat for 15 minutes.
Add the rice and beans, and simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes or until
the rice is tender. Remove the soup from the heat.
In a small skillet saute the rosemary in the olive oil for 30 seconds.
Add this to the soup along with the parsley and cheese. Season with
salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately. Garnish with more
cheese if desired.
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped leek, white and light green parts
1 cup finely chopped celery
2 cups finely chopped carrots
2 cups finely chopped cabbage (preferably Savoy)
1 cup green beans cut into 1/2-inch lengths
2 cups of 1/2-inch cubes of peeled boiling potatoes
1/2 cup finely chopped prosciutto
1 cup of 1/2-inch cubes of unpeeled zucchini
1 cup chopped rinsed fresh stemmed spinach
2/3 cup chopped fresh or canned tomatoes
1/2 cup tomato sauce
6 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup rice (preferably short grain Arborio)
2 cups canned cannelini beans
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Grated Parmesan for garnish, optional
In a large stock or soup pot, over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add
the onion, leek, celery, carrots, cabbage, green beans and potatoes and
stir for 2 minutes.
Add the prosciutto, zucchini, spinach, tomatoes and tomato sauce and
stir for another 2 minutes.
Add the chicken broth, bring to a boil and simmer, covered, over low
heat for 15 minutes.
Add the rice and beans, and simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes or until
the rice is tender. Remove the soup from the heat.
In a small skillet saute the rosemary in the olive oil for 30 seconds.
Add this to the soup along with the parsley and cheese. Season with
salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately. Garnish with more
cheese if desired.
Ketchup
2 qts. tomato puree
1 1/3 Cups vinegar
1/2 Cup sugar
2 teaspoons whole allspice
2 sticks cinnamon
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Combine puree, vinegar and sugar in a large sauce
pot. Tie whole spices in a cheesecloth bag. Add to
tomato mixture; add remaining ingredients and cook
slowly until as thick as desired, about 45 to 60
minutes. As mixture thickens, stir frequently to
prevent sticking. Remove spice bag. Pour hot into
hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. Adjust caps.
Process 15 minutes in boiling water bath. Yields
about 2 pints.
1 1/3 Cups vinegar
1/2 Cup sugar
2 teaspoons whole allspice
2 sticks cinnamon
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Combine puree, vinegar and sugar in a large sauce
pot. Tie whole spices in a cheesecloth bag. Add to
tomato mixture; add remaining ingredients and cook
slowly until as thick as desired, about 45 to 60
minutes. As mixture thickens, stir frequently to
prevent sticking. Remove spice bag. Pour hot into
hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. Adjust caps.
Process 15 minutes in boiling water bath. Yields
about 2 pints.
Honey Baked Ham Broccoli Souffle
1 pound fresh broccoli
1 large minced onion
3 eggs
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup hot milk
2 ounces crumbled Roquefort cheese
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dried bread crumbs
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Wash broccoli, pare any tough skin from stems and cut into pieces. Cook in
salted boiling water for 10 minutes. Drain and squeeze well. Chop in food
processor.
Melt butter and cook onion until soft. Stir in flour. Slowly add milk. Cook
until mixture thickens, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
Stir in cheese, broccoli and Tabasco. Beat eggs with a little salt. Stir
eggs into cooled broccoli mixture.
Butter baking dish and dust with bread crumbs. Pour mixture into baking dish
and bake for 40 minutes.
1 large minced onion
3 eggs
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup hot milk
2 ounces crumbled Roquefort cheese
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dried bread crumbs
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Wash broccoli, pare any tough skin from stems and cut into pieces. Cook in
salted boiling water for 10 minutes. Drain and squeeze well. Chop in food
processor.
Melt butter and cook onion until soft. Stir in flour. Slowly add milk. Cook
until mixture thickens, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
Stir in cheese, broccoli and Tabasco. Beat eggs with a little salt. Stir
eggs into cooled broccoli mixture.
Butter baking dish and dust with bread crumbs. Pour mixture into baking dish
and bake for 40 minutes.
Stouffer's Macaroni and Cheese
2 - 10 ounce packages Stouffer's Frozen Welsh Rarebit
(defrosted)
1 cup elbow macaroni
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup grated Cheddar cheese
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Heat Welsh Rarebit in top of double boiler over rapidly
boiling water for 15 to 20 minutes just until hot.
Cook macaroni following package directions. Drain well.
Pour Welsh Rarebit into a 2-quart casserole; add cooked
macaroni, salt and sour cream. Stir to combine. Sprinkle with
grated cheese. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes.
(defrosted)
1 cup elbow macaroni
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup grated Cheddar cheese
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Heat Welsh Rarebit in top of double boiler over rapidly
boiling water for 15 to 20 minutes just until hot.
Cook macaroni following package directions. Drain well.
Pour Welsh Rarebit into a 2-quart casserole; add cooked
macaroni, salt and sour cream. Stir to combine. Sprinkle with
grated cheese. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes.
Outback Steakhouse Steak Seasoning
Mix together:
1 envelope Taco Seasoning Mix
1 envelope Good Seasonings Italian Dressing Mix
Pierce steaks in several places with tines of fork. Rub in oil and dust in
seasoning mixture. Then pour Coca Cola (Diet or Regular) around steaks in
deep plastic or glass container and seal with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for
24 hours. Drain, and grill or broil as you wish.
1 envelope Taco Seasoning Mix
1 envelope Good Seasonings Italian Dressing Mix
Pierce steaks in several places with tines of fork. Rub in oil and dust in
seasoning mixture. Then pour Coca Cola (Diet or Regular) around steaks in
deep plastic or glass container and seal with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for
24 hours. Drain, and grill or broil as you wish.
Outback Steakhouse Sauteed Mushrooms
1 10 1/2-ounce can beef -broth
1/2 c diced onions
2 8-ounce cans or jars small - whole mushrooms
1/3 c Burgundy wine
Place the beef broth in a sauce pan and simmer the onion for 15 minutes.
Add
the mushrooms and wine and simmer for another 15 minutes and serve.
1/2 c diced onions
2 8-ounce cans or jars small - whole mushrooms
1/3 c Burgundy wine
Place the beef broth in a sauce pan and simmer the onion for 15 minutes.
Add
the mushrooms and wine and simmer for another 15 minutes and serve.
Red Lobster`s Lobster Chops
6 (four-to-five oz. ea) lobster tails (in the shell)
12 jumbo sea scallops with side muscle removed
1 1/4 cup Lemon-Garlic Butter Sauce
1 tablespoon seasoned salt
6 cups cooked rice (a lightly seasoned pilaf)
4 lemon wedges
1/4 cup parsley, fresh chopped
1/2 cup butter, melted (for dipping)
12 eight-inch metal skewers
Preheat oven or grill to 450°.Cut each lobster tail completely in half lengthwise and
remove the vein. Gently lift the lobster meat from the shell, leaving meat attached at tail
end, and place meat back into shell. (This makes it easier to eat the lobster after it is
cooked.) Wrap each lobster tail, including the shell, around one scallop, similar to
wrapping bacon around a filet mignon. To skewer, gently pierce the base of the tail fins,
passing the skewer through the scallop and piercing through the other end of the tail.
Leave approximately 1-2" at the end of the skewer to prevent chop from sliding off during
cooking. Lightly brush the topside of each LobsterChop with Lemon-Garlic Butter. (A light
coating will prevent "flare-ups" when grilling.) Sprinkle the LobsterChops with Season-All,
place on a wax-paper lined tray and refrigerate until ready to grill. Place LobsterChops,
meat side down, on preheated grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes, rotating LobsterChops 90
degrees after 2 minutes.
Turn LobsterChops over and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until the lobster and the
scallop have reached an internal temperature of 150°.Lightly brush the meat side of each
LobsterChop with Lemon-Garlic Butter just before removing from the grill.For each plate,
place 3 LobsterChops on a bed of your favorite rice accompanied by a small cup of melted
butter and a lemon wedge. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve.
12 jumbo sea scallops with side muscle removed
1 1/4 cup Lemon-Garlic Butter Sauce
1 tablespoon seasoned salt
6 cups cooked rice (a lightly seasoned pilaf)
4 lemon wedges
1/4 cup parsley, fresh chopped
1/2 cup butter, melted (for dipping)
12 eight-inch metal skewers
Preheat oven or grill to 450°.Cut each lobster tail completely in half lengthwise and
remove the vein. Gently lift the lobster meat from the shell, leaving meat attached at tail
end, and place meat back into shell. (This makes it easier to eat the lobster after it is
cooked.) Wrap each lobster tail, including the shell, around one scallop, similar to
wrapping bacon around a filet mignon. To skewer, gently pierce the base of the tail fins,
passing the skewer through the scallop and piercing through the other end of the tail.
Leave approximately 1-2" at the end of the skewer to prevent chop from sliding off during
cooking. Lightly brush the topside of each LobsterChop with Lemon-Garlic Butter. (A light
coating will prevent "flare-ups" when grilling.) Sprinkle the LobsterChops with Season-All,
place on a wax-paper lined tray and refrigerate until ready to grill. Place LobsterChops,
meat side down, on preheated grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes, rotating LobsterChops 90
degrees after 2 minutes.
Turn LobsterChops over and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until the lobster and the
scallop have reached an internal temperature of 150°.Lightly brush the meat side of each
LobsterChop with Lemon-Garlic Butter just before removing from the grill.For each plate,
place 3 LobsterChops on a bed of your favorite rice accompanied by a small cup of melted
butter and a lemon wedge. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve.
El Torito's Black Bean Soup
12 oz. dried black beans
8 cups chicken or vegetable stock
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 cup carrots, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Fresh cilantro (optional)
Rinse and sort though black beans, discarding any that are
shriveled or discolored. Place beans in a large stockpot.
Cover beans with water and refrigerate to soak overnight.
Drain beans and return to stockpot.
Add stock and heat to boiling.
Meanwhle, heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large
skillet. Add onion, carrot, celery and garlic and saute until
tender, approximately 5 minutes. Add to stockpot along with
oregano, thyme, bay leaf and cayenne pepper.
Cover stockpot and reduce heat to simmer for 3 to 4 hours.
Transfer soup to blender or food processor and puree to
desired thickness. Just before serving add lime juice and
garnish with a sprig of fresh cilantro, if desired.
Add salt and pepper to taste and serve.
8 cups chicken or vegetable stock
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 cup carrots, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Fresh cilantro (optional)
Rinse and sort though black beans, discarding any that are
shriveled or discolored. Place beans in a large stockpot.
Cover beans with water and refrigerate to soak overnight.
Drain beans and return to stockpot.
Add stock and heat to boiling.
Meanwhle, heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large
skillet. Add onion, carrot, celery and garlic and saute until
tender, approximately 5 minutes. Add to stockpot along with
oregano, thyme, bay leaf and cayenne pepper.
Cover stockpot and reduce heat to simmer for 3 to 4 hours.
Transfer soup to blender or food processor and puree to
desired thickness. Just before serving add lime juice and
garnish with a sprig of fresh cilantro, if desired.
Add salt and pepper to taste and serve.
Outback Steakhouse Steak Seasoning
1 envelope Taco Seasoning
1 envelope Good Seasons Italian dressing
1 T. olive oil
1 bottle Coca Cola
Combine taco seasoning and Italian dressing mix.
Pierce steak with a fork, rub with oil, and coat
with seasoning. Pour Coke around steak in deep
plastic or glass container and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 24 hours. Grill; basting with marinade.
1 envelope Good Seasons Italian dressing
1 T. olive oil
1 bottle Coca Cola
Combine taco seasoning and Italian dressing mix.
Pierce steak with a fork, rub with oil, and coat
with seasoning. Pour Coke around steak in deep
plastic or glass container and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 24 hours. Grill; basting with marinade.
Italian Sausage
6 pounds meat (5 pork, 1 beef)
4 teaspoons of salt
1/2 oz fennel seed (or to taste)
1/2 oz crushed red pepper (or to taste)
1 Tablespoon Paprika
1/2 cup water
Remove the pork from the bone and cut into 1 inch cubes.
Cut beef into cubes. Toss meat with seasonings and 1/2 cup
water. Store in refrigerator over night and grind the next day.
Grind the meat twice with a course blade and make it into large
patties (1/2 cup measure of sausage), freeze them between
double layer sheets of wax paper on a cookie sheet and then
put them in plastic bags.
Make hot sausage sandwiches with fried onions and green
peppers on a hoagie bun. Grill sausage either in a frying pan,
or barbecue.
4 teaspoons of salt
1/2 oz fennel seed (or to taste)
1/2 oz crushed red pepper (or to taste)
1 Tablespoon Paprika
1/2 cup water
Remove the pork from the bone and cut into 1 inch cubes.
Cut beef into cubes. Toss meat with seasonings and 1/2 cup
water. Store in refrigerator over night and grind the next day.
Grind the meat twice with a course blade and make it into large
patties (1/2 cup measure of sausage), freeze them between
double layer sheets of wax paper on a cookie sheet and then
put them in plastic bags.
Make hot sausage sandwiches with fried onions and green
peppers on a hoagie bun. Grill sausage either in a frying pan,
or barbecue.
Steak & Ale's Burgundy Mushrooms
1 1/4 pounds mushrooms
2 quarts water
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 tablespoons margarine
3/4 cup yellow onions, diced
1/2 cup Burgundy
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 teaspoon ground white pepper
Clean and thoroughly dry mushrooms.
Combine water and lemon juice in covered suacepan. Bring to boil.
In another saucepan, melt margarine and saute onions until glassy (about 5
minutes).
In a bowl, add spices and bouillon to Burgundy. Whisk until bouillon is
dissolved. Add wine mixture to onions. Simmer over medium heat about 10
minutes (until alcohol has evaporated). Remove from heat.
Add mushrooms to boiling lemon water. Return to boil. Remove blanched
mushrooms from heat and thoroughly drain. Add mushrooms to wine sauce and
stir until blended.
2 quarts water
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 tablespoons margarine
3/4 cup yellow onions, diced
1/2 cup Burgundy
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 teaspoon ground white pepper
Clean and thoroughly dry mushrooms.
Combine water and lemon juice in covered suacepan. Bring to boil.
In another saucepan, melt margarine and saute onions until glassy (about 5
minutes).
In a bowl, add spices and bouillon to Burgundy. Whisk until bouillon is
dissolved. Add wine mixture to onions. Simmer over medium heat about 10
minutes (until alcohol has evaporated). Remove from heat.
Add mushrooms to boiling lemon water. Return to boil. Remove blanched
mushrooms from heat and thoroughly drain. Add mushrooms to wine sauce and
stir until blended.
Shoney's Beef Cabbage Soup
1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 head medium cabbage shredded/chopped
2 ribs of celery sliced
1 small bell pepper (cut up into small pieces)
1 medium onion diced
1 16 Ounce can kidney beans
1 28 oz. can tomatoes (chop the tomatoes if whole)
4 beef bullion cubes
1/4 tsp. garlic power
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
salt and pepper to taste
Brown ground beef and drain. Add to ground beef remaining ingredients adding
28 oz. of water using the 28 oz. tomato can. Bring to boil and simmer for at
least one hour or until veggies are tender.
1/2 head medium cabbage shredded/chopped
2 ribs of celery sliced
1 small bell pepper (cut up into small pieces)
1 medium onion diced
1 16 Ounce can kidney beans
1 28 oz. can tomatoes (chop the tomatoes if whole)
4 beef bullion cubes
1/4 tsp. garlic power
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
salt and pepper to taste
Brown ground beef and drain. Add to ground beef remaining ingredients adding
28 oz. of water using the 28 oz. tomato can. Bring to boil and simmer for at
least one hour or until veggies are tender.
Red Lobster Sauce
1/2 cup Chunky-style Prego sauce
1/2 cup Del Monte Ketchup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Vinegar
1/8 teaspoon Dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon Chili powder
Combine thoroughly and refrigerate, tightly covered, to use within 90 days
or freeze to thaw and use within 1 year. Serve with chicken sandwich.
1/2 cup Del Monte Ketchup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Vinegar
1/8 teaspoon Dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon Chili powder
Combine thoroughly and refrigerate, tightly covered, to use within 90 days
or freeze to thaw and use within 1 year. Serve with chicken sandwich.
Houlihan's Baked Potato Soup
2 Cups potatoes, diced but unpeeled
1/4 lb butter
2 Cups finely diced yellow onions
1/2 Cup flour
1 quart warm water
1/4 Cup chicken bouillon
1 Cup potato flakes
2 Cups heavy cream
2 Cups milk
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco
Salt, pepper, garlic powder and dried basil to taste
Saute onions in melted butter for 10 minutes in large kettle. Add flour
to onions and butter and cook for four to five minutes, stirring until
flour is absorbed.
In a separate container, combine water, chicken bouillon, potato flakes,
and seasonings. Stir until thoroughly mixed and no lumps remain.
Add to onion mixture, one pint at a time.
Add milk and cream, stirring until smooth and lightly thickened.
Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
In a separate container, the potatoes should be covered with water,
brought to a boil, and simmered for 20 minutes.
Combine the potatoes with the soup to complete.
1/4 lb butter
2 Cups finely diced yellow onions
1/2 Cup flour
1 quart warm water
1/4 Cup chicken bouillon
1 Cup potato flakes
2 Cups heavy cream
2 Cups milk
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco
Salt, pepper, garlic powder and dried basil to taste
Saute onions in melted butter for 10 minutes in large kettle. Add flour
to onions and butter and cook for four to five minutes, stirring until
flour is absorbed.
In a separate container, combine water, chicken bouillon, potato flakes,
and seasonings. Stir until thoroughly mixed and no lumps remain.
Add to onion mixture, one pint at a time.
Add milk and cream, stirring until smooth and lightly thickened.
Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
In a separate container, the potatoes should be covered with water,
brought to a boil, and simmered for 20 minutes.
Combine the potatoes with the soup to complete.
Outback Steakhouse Marmalade Sauce
1/2 c orange marmalade
2 tsps stone-ground mustard
1 ts prepared horseradish
1 ds salt
Combine all ingredients.
2 tsps stone-ground mustard
1 ts prepared horseradish
1 ds salt
Combine all ingredients.
Chi-Chi's Salsa Verde Chicken Kabobs
16 Ounce Chi Chi Salsa Verde
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tblsp lime juice
3 cloves garlic
1 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 1/2 inch strips
2 cup finely shredded cabbage
1-1/2 cup finely juilienned jicama
1 cup shredded carrot
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh Cilantro
dash of salt to taste
dash of pepper to taste
2 large ripe bananas
In blender container or food processor combine salsa verde, oil, lime and
garlic. Process until smooth.Remove 2/3 cup of this mix and set aside.
Refrigerate. Place chicken in recloseable plastic food storage bag; pour the
remaining salsa mixture over the chicken. Seal bag and turn over several
times to coat pieces thoroughly. Refrigerate, turning bag occasionally for
at least four hours or over night. In large bowl, combine vegetables and
cilantro. Stir in the reserved 2/3 cup salsa verde mixture. Add salt and
pepper to taste; set aside.
Thread chicken pieces onto 8 long bamboo skewers (be sure to presoak the
skewers in water 30 mins. before using) Cook over medium hot coals, grill
kabobs five minutes on each side or until no longer pink in the center.
Slice bananas lengthwise, grill two minutes on each side. Serve chicken and
bananas on top of cabbage mixture.
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tblsp lime juice
3 cloves garlic
1 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 1/2 inch strips
2 cup finely shredded cabbage
1-1/2 cup finely juilienned jicama
1 cup shredded carrot
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh Cilantro
dash of salt to taste
dash of pepper to taste
2 large ripe bananas
In blender container or food processor combine salsa verde, oil, lime and
garlic. Process until smooth.Remove 2/3 cup of this mix and set aside.
Refrigerate. Place chicken in recloseable plastic food storage bag; pour the
remaining salsa mixture over the chicken. Seal bag and turn over several
times to coat pieces thoroughly. Refrigerate, turning bag occasionally for
at least four hours or over night. In large bowl, combine vegetables and
cilantro. Stir in the reserved 2/3 cup salsa verde mixture. Add salt and
pepper to taste; set aside.
Thread chicken pieces onto 8 long bamboo skewers (be sure to presoak the
skewers in water 30 mins. before using) Cook over medium hot coals, grill
kabobs five minutes on each side or until no longer pink in the center.
Slice bananas lengthwise, grill two minutes on each side. Serve chicken and
bananas on top of cabbage mixture.
Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing
15 Saltines
2 cups Dry minced parsley flakes
1/2 cup Dry minced onion
2 tablespoons Dry dill weed
1/4 cup Onion salt
1/4 cup Garlic salt
1/4 cup Onion powder
1/4 cup Garlic powder
Salad Dressing:
1 tablespoon Mix
1 cup Mayonnaise
1 cup Buttermilk
Put crackers through blender on high speed until powdered. Add
parsley, minced onions, and dill weed. Blend again until
powdered. Dump into bowl. Stir in onion salt, garlic salt, onion
powder, and garlic powder. Put into container with tight-fitting
lid.
Store dry mix at room temperature for 1 year. Makes 42 1
tablespoon servings. To use mix--Combine mix, mayonnaise,
and buttermilk.
Yield: 1 pint.
2 cups Dry minced parsley flakes
1/2 cup Dry minced onion
2 tablespoons Dry dill weed
1/4 cup Onion salt
1/4 cup Garlic salt
1/4 cup Onion powder
1/4 cup Garlic powder
Salad Dressing:
1 tablespoon Mix
1 cup Mayonnaise
1 cup Buttermilk
Put crackers through blender on high speed until powdered. Add
parsley, minced onions, and dill weed. Blend again until
powdered. Dump into bowl. Stir in onion salt, garlic salt, onion
powder, and garlic powder. Put into container with tight-fitting
lid.
Store dry mix at room temperature for 1 year. Makes 42 1
tablespoon servings. To use mix--Combine mix, mayonnaise,
and buttermilk.
Yield: 1 pint.
Miracle Whip
4 egg yolks
1 teas. Salt
2 teas. Dry mustard
6 Tbl. Vinegar
3 cups salad oil
3 Tbl. Flour or cornstarch
1 cup boiling water
2 Tbl. Sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
1 Tbl. Salt
With mixer blend egg yolks, 1 t. Salt., 2 T. sugar,
and 2 T., vinegar. Very slowly add 1 cup oil, a few
drops at a time, and mix thoroughly. Add remaining oil,
a little faster but be careful to blend each addition
before adding more oil. When all oil has been added,
add 4 T. Vinegar. Now put remaining ingredients
in a saucepan and cook to a smooth paste. Add this
hot mixture to the mayonnaise and blend well.
Pour in a container & cool in the refrigerator.
Makes slightly more than 1 quart.
1 teas. Salt
2 teas. Dry mustard
6 Tbl. Vinegar
3 cups salad oil
3 Tbl. Flour or cornstarch
1 cup boiling water
2 Tbl. Sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
1 Tbl. Salt
With mixer blend egg yolks, 1 t. Salt., 2 T. sugar,
and 2 T., vinegar. Very slowly add 1 cup oil, a few
drops at a time, and mix thoroughly. Add remaining oil,
a little faster but be careful to blend each addition
before adding more oil. When all oil has been added,
add 4 T. Vinegar. Now put remaining ingredients
in a saucepan and cook to a smooth paste. Add this
hot mixture to the mayonnaise and blend well.
Pour in a container & cool in the refrigerator.
Makes slightly more than 1 quart.
Cheesecake Factory Key Lime Cheesecake
1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
5 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 cup plus 1 Tbsp. sugar
3- 8oz. pkgs cream cheese, softened
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 5 limes) If using key limes or juice,
use half as much.
3 eggs
whipped cream
Preheat oven to 350*. Combine crumbs, butter and 1 Tbsp. sugar in a bowl.
Stir well to to coat all crumbs. Keep it crumbly. Press the crumbs onto the
bottom and half way up the sides of an 8" springform pan. Bake crust for 5
mins.and set aside. In large bowl combine cheese, 1 cup sugar and vanilla.
Mix with electric mixer till smooth. Add the lime juice and eggs and
continue to beat till smooth and creamy. Pour filling into crust. Bake for
60 to 70 mins. If top is turning light brown it's done. Remove from oven and
allow to cool till room temperature. Put into fridge. When chilled, remove
the pan sides and cut. Serve with whipped cream.
5 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 cup plus 1 Tbsp. sugar
3- 8oz. pkgs cream cheese, softened
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 5 limes) If using key limes or juice,
use half as much.
3 eggs
whipped cream
Preheat oven to 350*. Combine crumbs, butter and 1 Tbsp. sugar in a bowl.
Stir well to to coat all crumbs. Keep it crumbly. Press the crumbs onto the
bottom and half way up the sides of an 8" springform pan. Bake crust for 5
mins.and set aside. In large bowl combine cheese, 1 cup sugar and vanilla.
Mix with electric mixer till smooth. Add the lime juice and eggs and
continue to beat till smooth and creamy. Pour filling into crust. Bake for
60 to 70 mins. If top is turning light brown it's done. Remove from oven and
allow to cool till room temperature. Put into fridge. When chilled, remove
the pan sides and cut. Serve with whipped cream.
Applebee's Smothered Chicken
1 (8 oz.) chicken breast marinated in a teriyaki sauce
1/2 cup mushrooms
1/2 cup green peppers
1/2 cup onions sauteed in butter and Burger Seasoning
1 slice Monterey jack cheese
1 slice Cheddar Cheese
Grill the chicken. Cover the chicken breast with the sauteed mix. Cut the cheese into 1/2
slices, and layer the cheese over the sauteed veggies. Place in oven until cheeses melt.
1/2 cup mushrooms
1/2 cup green peppers
1/2 cup onions sauteed in butter and Burger Seasoning
1 slice Monterey jack cheese
1 slice Cheddar Cheese
Grill the chicken. Cover the chicken breast with the sauteed mix. Cut the cheese into 1/2
slices, and layer the cheese over the sauteed veggies. Place in oven until cheeses melt.
Applebee's Classic Patty Melt
1 burger patty
Salt, pepper, granulated garlic, to taste
Melted butter, as needed
2 pieces Italian bread
2 tablespoons mayonnaise with roasted garlic and mustard
2 slices Swiss cheese
2 slices Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sliced onions
Season one side of the burger with salt, pepper and garlic. lace on grill or in broiler,
seasoned side down. Then season the other side. Cook to desired doneness. (At our
Applebee's, the minimum internal temperature of any burger is 155 degrees F.
While burger is cooking, melt butter in fry pan on medium heat or in electric skillet (set at
350 degrees). Spread mayonnaise onto bread. Drop bread, dry side down, onto melted
pools and swirl to coat (to avoid sticking/burning).
Cover one slice of bread with two slices of Swiss cheese and the other with two slices of
cheddar.
In a separate frying/sauté pan, melt butter and sauté sliced onions. Season with salt,
pepper and garlic while heating.
Place cooked burger patty on top of one cheese-topped slice of bread and the sautéed
onions on the other. Carefully close and cut sandwich.
Salt, pepper, granulated garlic, to taste
Melted butter, as needed
2 pieces Italian bread
2 tablespoons mayonnaise with roasted garlic and mustard
2 slices Swiss cheese
2 slices Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sliced onions
Season one side of the burger with salt, pepper and garlic. lace on grill or in broiler,
seasoned side down. Then season the other side. Cook to desired doneness. (At our
Applebee's, the minimum internal temperature of any burger is 155 degrees F.
While burger is cooking, melt butter in fry pan on medium heat or in electric skillet (set at
350 degrees). Spread mayonnaise onto bread. Drop bread, dry side down, onto melted
pools and swirl to coat (to avoid sticking/burning).
Cover one slice of bread with two slices of Swiss cheese and the other with two slices of
cheddar.
In a separate frying/sauté pan, melt butter and sauté sliced onions. Season with salt,
pepper and garlic while heating.
Place cooked burger patty on top of one cheese-topped slice of bread and the sautéed
onions on the other. Carefully close and cut sandwich.
Hardee's Buttermilk Biscuits
4 cups self-rising flour
1 tbs. sugar
1 tbs. baking powder
2 cups buttermilk
2/3 c. shortening
Mix together, but do not knead. Roll out to 1" thick.
Cut and brush tops with additional buttermilk.
Place on greased cookie sheet.
Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.
1 tbs. sugar
1 tbs. baking powder
2 cups buttermilk
2/3 c. shortening
Mix together, but do not knead. Roll out to 1" thick.
Cut and brush tops with additional buttermilk.
Place on greased cookie sheet.
Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.
Popeye's Red Beans and Rice
2 cups Uncle ben's long grain rice (cooked)
1 - 16 oz. can Red chili beans in chili gravy
1 teas. Chili powder
1/4 teas. Cumin
Dash garlic salt
In saucepan, heat beans without letting them boil.
Stir in chili powder, cumin and garlic salt. When
piping hot, add warm rice and gently mix.
1 - 16 oz. can Red chili beans in chili gravy
1 teas. Chili powder
1/4 teas. Cumin
Dash garlic salt
In saucepan, heat beans without letting them boil.
Stir in chili powder, cumin and garlic salt. When
piping hot, add warm rice and gently mix.
Domino's Pizza Sauce
2 cups Hunt's Angela-Mia pizza sauce (You can find this
at the wholesale shopping clubs - Sam's, BJ's, etc.)
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon Accent (MSG)
1/8 teaspoon salt
In a medium saucepan, pour in Hunt's basic sauce. Add water,
and spices. Combine well, stirring over medium heat until bubbling.
Lower heat, cover, and cook 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container, refrigerated,
until needed. Makes 2 cups.
Because the sauce base comes only in large #10 size cans, store
remaining Hunt's Angela-Mia sauce in 2 one quart jars in freezer,
or fridge until you make the next batch.
at the wholesale shopping clubs - Sam's, BJ's, etc.)
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon Accent (MSG)
1/8 teaspoon salt
In a medium saucepan, pour in Hunt's basic sauce. Add water,
and spices. Combine well, stirring over medium heat until bubbling.
Lower heat, cover, and cook 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container, refrigerated,
until needed. Makes 2 cups.
Because the sauce base comes only in large #10 size cans, store
remaining Hunt's Angela-Mia sauce in 2 one quart jars in freezer,
or fridge until you make the next batch.
Chi Chi's Chili Con Queso
Take a pound of Velveeta and melt it until it becomes stirable. Use a
microwave for this. Combine an equal amount of half and half and mix
thoroughly. Add one 4 oz can of chilis and an equal amount of pimientos.
Microwave again until the mixture is hot. For a little more spice, add a
dash or three of Tabasco at this point. Pour into small bowls and cover with
plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator overnite. Don't leave this step
out. Take the bowl out and place into microwave, heat and stir.
microwave for this. Combine an equal amount of half and half and mix
thoroughly. Add one 4 oz can of chilis and an equal amount of pimientos.
Microwave again until the mixture is hot. For a little more spice, add a
dash or three of Tabasco at this point. Pour into small bowls and cover with
plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator overnite. Don't leave this step
out. Take the bowl out and place into microwave, heat and stir.
KFC Buttermilk Bisquits
1/2 Cup Butter
2 1/2 Tablespoon Sugar
1 Egg, beaten
3/4 Cup Buttermilk
1/4 Cup Club soda
1 Teaspoon Salt
5 Cup Bisquick biscuit mix
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Combine all of the ingredients. Knead the
dough by hand until smooth. Flour your hands. Pat the dough flat to 3/4-inch
thick on waxed paper. Cut out biscuits. Bake for 12 minutes or unitl golden
brown. Makes about 18 biscuits.
2 1/2 Tablespoon Sugar
1 Egg, beaten
3/4 Cup Buttermilk
1/4 Cup Club soda
1 Teaspoon Salt
5 Cup Bisquick biscuit mix
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Combine all of the ingredients. Knead the
dough by hand until smooth. Flour your hands. Pat the dough flat to 3/4-inch
thick on waxed paper. Cut out biscuits. Bake for 12 minutes or unitl golden
brown. Makes about 18 biscuits.
Marie Callender's Pie Crust
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup shortening
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons ice water
1/2 teaspoon vinegar
Beat together butter and shortening until smooth and creamy; chill until
firm. Sift together flour, sugar and salt in medium bowl. Using fork, cut
butter and shortening into dry ingredients until mixture has a consistent
texture. Mix egg yolk, ice water and vinegar into dough, then form into ball
and refrigerate about 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 450 . When dough has chilled, roll it out and press into pie
plate. Press parchment paper or aluminum foil into crust and weight crust
down with ceramic pie weight or another pie plate filled with dried beans.
Bake 15 minutes, then remove weight or pan filled with beans and prick crust
with fork to allow steam to escape. Bake another 5-10 minutes or until crust
is golden brown. Let crust cool.
Makes enough dough for one 8- to 10-inch single crust pie.
1/4 cup shortening
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons ice water
1/2 teaspoon vinegar
Beat together butter and shortening until smooth and creamy; chill until
firm. Sift together flour, sugar and salt in medium bowl. Using fork, cut
butter and shortening into dry ingredients until mixture has a consistent
texture. Mix egg yolk, ice water and vinegar into dough, then form into ball
and refrigerate about 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 450 . When dough has chilled, roll it out and press into pie
plate. Press parchment paper or aluminum foil into crust and weight crust
down with ceramic pie weight or another pie plate filled with dried beans.
Bake 15 minutes, then remove weight or pan filled with beans and prick crust
with fork to allow steam to escape. Bake another 5-10 minutes or until crust
is golden brown. Let crust cool.
Makes enough dough for one 8- to 10-inch single crust pie.
Red Lobster Mussels Marinara
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup canned diced tomatoes with juice
2 Tbls. chopped fresh garlic
2 Tbls. chopped fresh basil
2 Tbls. chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. white pepper
2 doz. blue mussels - scrubbed, rinsed
1 Tbls. cornstarch
cooked pasta of your choice
In a large saucepan, bring wine, tomatoes, garlic, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper to a boil.
Add mussels to pan, cover, and simmer for 6-8 minutes, until all mussels have opened.
Stir in cornstarch and simmer until thickened, stirring constantly.
Serve over warm pasta
1 cup canned diced tomatoes with juice
2 Tbls. chopped fresh garlic
2 Tbls. chopped fresh basil
2 Tbls. chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. white pepper
2 doz. blue mussels - scrubbed, rinsed
1 Tbls. cornstarch
cooked pasta of your choice
In a large saucepan, bring wine, tomatoes, garlic, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper to a boil.
Add mussels to pan, cover, and simmer for 6-8 minutes, until all mussels have opened.
Stir in cornstarch and simmer until thickened, stirring constantly.
Serve over warm pasta
Panda Express Orange Chicken
2 lbs. boneless chicken pieces, skinned
1 egg
1 1/2 teas. salt
white pepper
oil (for frying)
1/2 cup plus 1 Tbl. cornstarch
1/4 cup flour
1 Tbl. minced ginger root
1 teas. minced garlic
dash crushed hot red chiles
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 Tbl. rice wine
1/4 cup water
1/2 to 1 teas. sesame oil
ORANGE SAUCE FOR STIR FRY:
2 teas. Minced zest and
1/4 c Juice from
1 lg Orange
1/2 teas. Sugar
2 Tbl. Chicken stock
1 Tbl. Light soy sauce
Combine all ingredients in small bowl and set aside.
Cut chicken pieces in 2" squares and place in large bowl. Stir in egg,
salt, pepper, and 1 T oil and mix well. Stir cornstarch and flour
together. Add chicken pieces, stirring to coat.
Heat oil for deep-frying in wok or deep-fryer to 375. Add chicken pieces,
a small batch at time, and fry 3 to 4 minutes or until golden and crisp.
(Do not overcook or chicken will be tough.) Remove chicken from oil with
slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Set aside.
Clean wok and heat 15 seconds over high heat. Add 1 T oil. Add ginger
and garlic and stir-fry until fragrant. Add and stir-fry crushed chiles
and green onions. Add rice wine and stir 3 seconds. Add Orange Sauce
and bring to boil. Add cooked chicken, stirring until well mixed.
Stir water into remaining 1 T cornstarch until smooth.
Add to chicken and heat until sauce is thick. Stir in 1 teas. sesame oil.
1 egg
1 1/2 teas. salt
white pepper
oil (for frying)
1/2 cup plus 1 Tbl. cornstarch
1/4 cup flour
1 Tbl. minced ginger root
1 teas. minced garlic
dash crushed hot red chiles
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 Tbl. rice wine
1/4 cup water
1/2 to 1 teas. sesame oil
ORANGE SAUCE FOR STIR FRY:
2 teas. Minced zest and
1/4 c Juice from
1 lg Orange
1/2 teas. Sugar
2 Tbl. Chicken stock
1 Tbl. Light soy sauce
Combine all ingredients in small bowl and set aside.
Cut chicken pieces in 2" squares and place in large bowl. Stir in egg,
salt, pepper, and 1 T oil and mix well. Stir cornstarch and flour
together. Add chicken pieces, stirring to coat.
Heat oil for deep-frying in wok or deep-fryer to 375. Add chicken pieces,
a small batch at time, and fry 3 to 4 minutes or until golden and crisp.
(Do not overcook or chicken will be tough.) Remove chicken from oil with
slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Set aside.
Clean wok and heat 15 seconds over high heat. Add 1 T oil. Add ginger
and garlic and stir-fry until fragrant. Add and stir-fry crushed chiles
and green onions. Add rice wine and stir 3 seconds. Add Orange Sauce
and bring to boil. Add cooked chicken, stirring until well mixed.
Stir water into remaining 1 T cornstarch until smooth.
Add to chicken and heat until sauce is thick. Stir in 1 teas. sesame oil.
Chili's Monterey Chicken
1 boneless skinless Chicken Breast
2 tsp. Barbeque sauce
2 slices of well crisped Bacon
1/4 cup mixture of Monterey Jack and Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Pound chicken breast until it is somewhat flattened, and season with salt
and pepper. Spray Pam in a nonstick skillet, and cook chicken breast until
it is done. Transfer to a serving plate. Top chicken breast with Barbeque
sauce, bacon, and cheese. Broil chicken breast in the oven, or melt the
cheese in a microwave. Sprinkle with a small amount of cold chopped tomatoes
and chives.
2 tsp. Barbeque sauce
2 slices of well crisped Bacon
1/4 cup mixture of Monterey Jack and Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Pound chicken breast until it is somewhat flattened, and season with salt
and pepper. Spray Pam in a nonstick skillet, and cook chicken breast until
it is done. Transfer to a serving plate. Top chicken breast with Barbeque
sauce, bacon, and cheese. Broil chicken breast in the oven, or melt the
cheese in a microwave. Sprinkle with a small amount of cold chopped tomatoes
and chives.
Hellman's Mayonnaise
1 egg (room temp)
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cup vegetable oil
dash cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar
Place egg, mustard, salt, cayenne pepper and 1/4 cup oil
in blender and blend on low. While the machine is blending,
SLOWLY pour in another 1/2 cup oil. You may have to stop
and scrape down the mayo. Add the lemon juice/vinegar and the
remaining 1/2 cup oil. Blend until well combined.
Store in refrigerator.
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cup vegetable oil
dash cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar
Place egg, mustard, salt, cayenne pepper and 1/4 cup oil
in blender and blend on low. While the machine is blending,
SLOWLY pour in another 1/2 cup oil. You may have to stop
and scrape down the mayo. Add the lemon juice/vinegar and the
remaining 1/2 cup oil. Blend until well combined.
Store in refrigerator.
Maid Rite Sandwiches
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
3-4 teaspoons prepared mustard
4 Tablespoons beer
To Taste:
red pepper
black pepper
garlic salt
salt
Brown & drain the hamburger. Stir in the other ingredients and simmer.
Spices are added "to taste."
The Maid Rite serves their sandwiches with a choice of cheese, mustard and
chopped fresh onion.
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
3-4 teaspoons prepared mustard
4 Tablespoons beer
To Taste:
red pepper
black pepper
garlic salt
salt
Brown & drain the hamburger. Stir in the other ingredients and simmer.
Spices are added "to taste."
The Maid Rite serves their sandwiches with a choice of cheese, mustard and
chopped fresh onion.
Manwich Sloppy Joes
8 oz. can Hunt's tomato sauce
1 cup ketchup
1 Tbls. dried minced onion
1 Tbls. green pepper, diced fine
1 teas. salt
1/2 teas. dried minced garlic
1/4 teas. celery seed
1 teas. prepared mustard
1/2 teas. chili powder
Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
Brown 1 pound ground beef, drain fat, add sauce.
Bring to boil, lower heat, simmer for 10 minutes.
Serve with toasted hamburger buns.
1 cup ketchup
1 Tbls. dried minced onion
1 Tbls. green pepper, diced fine
1 teas. salt
1/2 teas. dried minced garlic
1/4 teas. celery seed
1 teas. prepared mustard
1/2 teas. chili powder
Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
Brown 1 pound ground beef, drain fat, add sauce.
Bring to boil, lower heat, simmer for 10 minutes.
Serve with toasted hamburger buns.
Golden Corral's Seafood Salad
1 lb. imitation crab meat, shredded
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sliced green onions (with the green too)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 hard boiled eggs, chopped.
Mix all ingredients. Refrigerate for about an hour to allow flavors to
blend. Serve either as a salad, on lettuce, or on split croissants.
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sliced green onions (with the green too)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 hard boiled eggs, chopped.
Mix all ingredients. Refrigerate for about an hour to allow flavors to
blend. Serve either as a salad, on lettuce, or on split croissants.
Outback Steakhouse Tiger Dill Sauce
2/3 c. sour cream
1/4 c. real mayonnaise
3 tsp. prepared horseradish
3/4 tsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. dill weed
Blend all ingredients together well. Refrigerate, tightly covered, overnight to develop flavors. Serve with any
beef dish.
1/4 c. real mayonnaise
3 tsp. prepared horseradish
3/4 tsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. dill weed
Blend all ingredients together well. Refrigerate, tightly covered, overnight to develop flavors. Serve with any
beef dish.
Lum's Ollieburger
3 Tbsp Lemon Juice
1 1/2 tsp Seasoned Salt
1 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
1 Tbsp A-1 Steak Sauce
1 Tbsp Corn Oil
1/2 Cup Beef Broth
1 tsp Heinz 57 Sauce
1/4 tsp Garlic Salt
1 tsp Vinegar
1. Mix the above ingredients.
2. Take 1 1/2 to 2 lbs. of ground round and shape meat into round
patties, 3/4" thick and 3 1/2"round.
3. Place in a covered container and pour the marinade mixture over them.
Cover tightly and refrigerate 12 hours or overnight.
Turn the patties frequently.
4. Remove from marinade and sear over high heat to seal in the juices,
then turn down heat and cook to your desired doneness.
1 1/2 tsp Seasoned Salt
1 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
1 Tbsp A-1 Steak Sauce
1 Tbsp Corn Oil
1/2 Cup Beef Broth
1 tsp Heinz 57 Sauce
1/4 tsp Garlic Salt
1 tsp Vinegar
1. Mix the above ingredients.
2. Take 1 1/2 to 2 lbs. of ground round and shape meat into round
patties, 3/4" thick and 3 1/2"round.
3. Place in a covered container and pour the marinade mixture over them.
Cover tightly and refrigerate 12 hours or overnight.
Turn the patties frequently.
4. Remove from marinade and sear over high heat to seal in the juices,
then turn down heat and cook to your desired doneness.
Olive Garden Capellini Pomodoro
3 cloves Garlic, mince
2 pounds Plum tomatoes; seeded, diced
1 ounce Fresh basil leaves, minced
1/3 cup Extra virgin olive oil
3 ounces Parmesan cheese
12 ounces Dry angel hair pasta, cooked
1/4 teaspoon Pepper
Heat olive oil and add garlic; cook until it turns white. Add
tomatoes and pepper and heat through, stirring constantly, about
2 to 3 minutes. Tomatoes should not lose their shape. Remove
from heat. Transfer hot, cooked pasta to large bowl. Toss pasta
gently with tomato mixture, basil and half of Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately and pass remaining Parmesan.
2 pounds Plum tomatoes; seeded, diced
1 ounce Fresh basil leaves, minced
1/3 cup Extra virgin olive oil
3 ounces Parmesan cheese
12 ounces Dry angel hair pasta, cooked
1/4 teaspoon Pepper
Heat olive oil and add garlic; cook until it turns white. Add
tomatoes and pepper and heat through, stirring constantly, about
2 to 3 minutes. Tomatoes should not lose their shape. Remove
from heat. Transfer hot, cooked pasta to large bowl. Toss pasta
gently with tomato mixture, basil and half of Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately and pass remaining Parmesan.
Macaroni Grill Gemberetti Noci E De Pino
24 Jumbo Shrimp -- peeled and deveined
3 Cups sliced mushrooms -- washed and sliced -- 1/4 inch thick
1 1/2 Tbsp. roasted pine nuts
6 handfuls fresh spinach leaves
6 Cups cooked vermicelli pasta
4 Tbsp. Butter
2 Tbsp. fresh Garlic -- minced, up to 4
Lemon Butter Sauce:
1 Tbsp. shallots -- minced
1 Tbsp. fresh garlic minced
1/2 Cup dry white wine
1 Cup Heavy Cream
1/2 Cup Lemon juice -- freshly squeezed
1/8 tsp. White pepper
1 lb. lightly salted butter -- cut into -- tablespoons
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Wash spinach and remove
stems before drying leaves between paper towels. Set aside.
Spread pine nuts over bottom of sheet pan and place pan in
oven on top rack. Roast until golden brown, approximately 2
to 4 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
Peel and devein shrimp. Set aside. Wash and slice fresh
mushrooms. Set aside. Boil pasta in large pot of water to al
dente stage according to directions on package. Set Aside.
Prepare lemon butter sauce: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in large
skillet over medium-high heat. Saut shallots and garlic until
translucent. Add white wine and reduce slightly more than
1/2, whisking occasionally. Add cream and reduce by 1/2.
Add lemon juice and reduce by 1/2. Add white pepper.
Reduce heat to low. Add remaining butter 2 tablespoons at a
time, whisking continuously after each addition to completely
incorporate butter. Continue to simmer, whisking until sauce
just coats spoon.
In large skillet over medium-high heat melt the 4 tablespoons
of butter. Add garlic and saut until garlic is translucent. Stir
in mushrooms, shrimp, and pine nuts. Saut several minutes
or until shrimp are done and show color. Remove skillet from
heat and gently stir in spinach. Place warm pasta on plate
with shrimp mixture to the side. Pour lemon sauce over pasta,
permitting a bit of sauce onto shrimp.
3 Cups sliced mushrooms -- washed and sliced -- 1/4 inch thick
1 1/2 Tbsp. roasted pine nuts
6 handfuls fresh spinach leaves
6 Cups cooked vermicelli pasta
4 Tbsp. Butter
2 Tbsp. fresh Garlic -- minced, up to 4
Lemon Butter Sauce:
1 Tbsp. shallots -- minced
1 Tbsp. fresh garlic minced
1/2 Cup dry white wine
1 Cup Heavy Cream
1/2 Cup Lemon juice -- freshly squeezed
1/8 tsp. White pepper
1 lb. lightly salted butter -- cut into -- tablespoons
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Wash spinach and remove
stems before drying leaves between paper towels. Set aside.
Spread pine nuts over bottom of sheet pan and place pan in
oven on top rack. Roast until golden brown, approximately 2
to 4 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
Peel and devein shrimp. Set aside. Wash and slice fresh
mushrooms. Set aside. Boil pasta in large pot of water to al
dente stage according to directions on package. Set Aside.
Prepare lemon butter sauce: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in large
skillet over medium-high heat. Saut shallots and garlic until
translucent. Add white wine and reduce slightly more than
1/2, whisking occasionally. Add cream and reduce by 1/2.
Add lemon juice and reduce by 1/2. Add white pepper.
Reduce heat to low. Add remaining butter 2 tablespoons at a
time, whisking continuously after each addition to completely
incorporate butter. Continue to simmer, whisking until sauce
just coats spoon.
In large skillet over medium-high heat melt the 4 tablespoons
of butter. Add garlic and saut until garlic is translucent. Stir
in mushrooms, shrimp, and pine nuts. Saut several minutes
or until shrimp are done and show color. Remove skillet from
heat and gently stir in spinach. Place warm pasta on plate
with shrimp mixture to the side. Pour lemon sauce over pasta,
permitting a bit of sauce onto shrimp.
Red Lobster`s Hawaiian Skewers
Red Lobster`s Hawaiian Skewers
1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined & uncooked
1/2 pound bay or sea scallops
1 can pineapple chunks in juice
1 green bell pepper, cut in wedges
bacon slices
*** Sauce:***
6 ounces barbecue sauce
16 ounces salsa
2 tablespoons pineapple juice
2 tablespoons white wine
1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined & uncooked
1/2 pound bay or sea scallops
1 can pineapple chunks in juice
1 green bell pepper, cut in wedges
bacon slices
*** Sauce:***
6 ounces barbecue sauce
16 ounces salsa
2 tablespoons pineapple juice
2 tablespoons white wine
McDonald's Shakes
2 cups ice cream (your choice of flavor)
1 1/2 cups low-fat milk
3 Tablspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon pectin
Combine all ingredients in blender. Makes 2 servings.
1 1/2 cups low-fat milk
3 Tablspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon pectin
Combine all ingredients in blender. Makes 2 servings.
Chi-Chi's Sweet Corn Cake
1/2 cup (1 stick butter), softened
1/3 cup masa harina
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1/4 cup cornmeal
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Blend butter in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until creamy.
Add the masa harina and water to the butter and beat until well combined.
Put defrosted corn into a blender or food processor and with short
pulses, coarsely chop the corn on low speed. You want to leave several
whole pieces of corn.
Stir the chopped corn into the butter and masa harina mixture.
Add cornmeal to mixture and combine.
In another medium bowl, mix together the sugar, cream, salt, and
baking powder. When the ingredients are well blended, pour the mixture
into the other bowl and stir everything together by hand.
Pour corn batter into an ungreased 8"x8" baking pan.
Cover the pan with aluminum foil. Place this pan into a 13"x9" pan
filled 1/3 of the way up with hot water. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until
the corn cake is cooked through. When the corn cake is done, remove
the small pan from the larger pan and let sit for at least 10 minutes.
1/3 cup masa harina
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1/4 cup cornmeal
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Blend butter in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until creamy.
Add the masa harina and water to the butter and beat until well combined.
Put defrosted corn into a blender or food processor and with short
pulses, coarsely chop the corn on low speed. You want to leave several
whole pieces of corn.
Stir the chopped corn into the butter and masa harina mixture.
Add cornmeal to mixture and combine.
In another medium bowl, mix together the sugar, cream, salt, and
baking powder. When the ingredients are well blended, pour the mixture
into the other bowl and stir everything together by hand.
Pour corn batter into an ungreased 8"x8" baking pan.
Cover the pan with aluminum foil. Place this pan into a 13"x9" pan
filled 1/3 of the way up with hot water. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until
the corn cake is cooked through. When the corn cake is done, remove
the small pan from the larger pan and let sit for at least 10 minutes.
Applebee's Club House Grill Sandwich
2 thick slices of french bread
softened butter
mayonnaise
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 slices deli turkey breast
2 slices deli ham
2 slices tomato
2 tsps. bullseye barbecue sauce
Butter one slice of bread and put butter side down into preheated skillet,
on medium heat. Spread the up side of the slice with mayo. Sprinkle on half
of cheese. Heat the turkey and ham slices in the same skillet for about 30
seconds. Lay the turkey on the cheese, then the tomato. Spread bbq sauce
over tomato, then lay on the ham, sprinkle the rest of the cheese over ham.
Butter the second slice of bread on one side and put on top, with butter
side up. The first bread slice should be brown, flip sandwich over and brown
the second side for 2-3 minutes, or till golden brown. Remove from skillet,
cut in half diagonally and serve with additional bbq sauce.
softened butter
mayonnaise
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 slices deli turkey breast
2 slices deli ham
2 slices tomato
2 tsps. bullseye barbecue sauce
Butter one slice of bread and put butter side down into preheated skillet,
on medium heat. Spread the up side of the slice with mayo. Sprinkle on half
of cheese. Heat the turkey and ham slices in the same skillet for about 30
seconds. Lay the turkey on the cheese, then the tomato. Spread bbq sauce
over tomato, then lay on the ham, sprinkle the rest of the cheese over ham.
Butter the second slice of bread on one side and put on top, with butter
side up. The first bread slice should be brown, flip sandwich over and brown
the second side for 2-3 minutes, or till golden brown. Remove from skillet,
cut in half diagonally and serve with additional bbq sauce.
Jalapeno Poppers
6 large Jalapenos
6 slices Monterey Jack or Mozzarella cheese (1/2" thick)
flour for dredging
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large or 3 small eggs, separated
Place peppers in a bowl and add scalding water to cover. Let stand
30 minutes to 1 hour until softened. Leave stems on and slit down
one side removing and discarding all the seeds.
Place one slice of cheese inside each pepper, and dust with flour.
Heat the oil.
Beat the egg yolks until thick and lemon colored. Beat the whites
until they stand in peaks. Fold the yolks into the whites and dip
each pepper in the egg mixture until well coated.
Fry at once in hot oil turning once and spooning oil over the
uncooked places. Cook until golden brown.
6 slices Monterey Jack or Mozzarella cheese (1/2" thick)
flour for dredging
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large or 3 small eggs, separated
Place peppers in a bowl and add scalding water to cover. Let stand
30 minutes to 1 hour until softened. Leave stems on and slit down
one side removing and discarding all the seeds.
Place one slice of cheese inside each pepper, and dust with flour.
Heat the oil.
Beat the egg yolks until thick and lemon colored. Beat the whites
until they stand in peaks. Fold the yolks into the whites and dip
each pepper in the egg mixture until well coated.
Fry at once in hot oil turning once and spooning oil over the
uncooked places. Cook until golden brown.
Sbarro Spinach and Cheese Rolls Florentina
2 - 10 oz. packages frozen chopped spinach -
Thawed in refrigerator overnight
1 lb. ricotta cheese
3/4 lb. shredded mozzarella cheese
2 oz. grated Romano cheese
1/2 teas. black pepper
1/4 lb. (1 stick) butter or margarine, lightly melted
12 lasagna noodles
16 oz. jar spaghetti sauce (thinned with a little water)
Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain
carefully so as not to break noodles. Rinse and lay out flat
on a cookie sheet. Set aside.
Squeeze the excess moisture out of spinach. Place in a bowl
and add ricotta, mozzarella, Romano, pepper, and melted butter.
Mix just long enough to combine ingredients; the ricotta should
not be green.
Evenly divide the spinach mixture among noodles. Spread
mixture evenly over noodles leaving a one inch space on top and
bottom. Starting from one end, roll each noodle up over
filling. Place them seam side down in a lightly oiled casserole
dish allowing only one layer of rolls. Pour warmed sauce over
all, cover, and bake at 350F for 20 - 30 minutes or until
heated throughout.
NOTE: The spinach mixture is the same as used in spinach and
cheese calzones.
Thawed in refrigerator overnight
1 lb. ricotta cheese
3/4 lb. shredded mozzarella cheese
2 oz. grated Romano cheese
1/2 teas. black pepper
1/4 lb. (1 stick) butter or margarine, lightly melted
12 lasagna noodles
16 oz. jar spaghetti sauce (thinned with a little water)
Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain
carefully so as not to break noodles. Rinse and lay out flat
on a cookie sheet. Set aside.
Squeeze the excess moisture out of spinach. Place in a bowl
and add ricotta, mozzarella, Romano, pepper, and melted butter.
Mix just long enough to combine ingredients; the ricotta should
not be green.
Evenly divide the spinach mixture among noodles. Spread
mixture evenly over noodles leaving a one inch space on top and
bottom. Starting from one end, roll each noodle up over
filling. Place them seam side down in a lightly oiled casserole
dish allowing only one layer of rolls. Pour warmed sauce over
all, cover, and bake at 350F for 20 - 30 minutes or until
heated throughout.
NOTE: The spinach mixture is the same as used in spinach and
cheese calzones.
Chi Chi's Old West Oven-Fried Chicken
1 jar Taco Sauce (8-oz.)
1 Egg
2 cloves Garlic, minced
2 cups Crushed Cornflakes
2 teaspoons Chili Powder
2 teaspoons Cumin
1 teaspoon Oregano
Dash ground Cloves
Crushed red pepper to taste (optional)
2 1/2 pounds Chicken Thighs
6 tablespoons Butter, melted
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
In a shallow dish, whisk together taco sauce, egg and garlic. In a plastic
or paper bag, combine cornflakes, chili powder, cumin, oregano, ground
cloves and crushed red pepper if using. Dip chicken pieces in sauce; toss in
cornflakes mixture; place on a greased shallow baking pan. Drizzle with
butter; bake 45 minutes or until golden and tender, and juices run clear.
1 Egg
2 cloves Garlic, minced
2 cups Crushed Cornflakes
2 teaspoons Chili Powder
2 teaspoons Cumin
1 teaspoon Oregano
Dash ground Cloves
Crushed red pepper to taste (optional)
2 1/2 pounds Chicken Thighs
6 tablespoons Butter, melted
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
In a shallow dish, whisk together taco sauce, egg and garlic. In a plastic
or paper bag, combine cornflakes, chili powder, cumin, oregano, ground
cloves and crushed red pepper if using. Dip chicken pieces in sauce; toss in
cornflakes mixture; place on a greased shallow baking pan. Drizzle with
butter; bake 45 minutes or until golden and tender, and juices run clear.
Red Lobster`s Sesame Ginger Seared Salmon with Asian Vegetables and Noodles
4 (8-10 oz) pieces of fresh salmon fillets, skinless
1/2 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
28 ounces cooked Asian soba noodles or linguini
2 ounces red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
4 ounces broccoli florets, slightly blanched and chilled
4 ounces snow peas, slightly blanched and chilled
8 ounces sliced button mushrooms
24 ounces Sesame Ginger Sauce (bottled or your favorite recipe)
Chef Paul Prudhomme's Blackened Redfish Magic
Salt & Pepper
Asian Vegetable: Mix the raw bell peppers and mushrooms with the blanched broccoli and
snow peas. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Heat the Sesame Ginger Sauce in another pan or in the microwave.
Salmon: Lightly brush both sides of the salmon with oil and lightly season with Blackened
Redfish Magic. Pre-heat a non-stick sauté pan on medium-to-medium high heat. Place
one tablespoon of oil into pan. Sear the seasoned fillets for 3-4 minutes. Turn fish over
and sear an additional 4-5 minutes or until desired doneness.
Place warm noodles on each plate. Top evenly with the vegetable mixture. Place a
salmon fillet in the center. Pour sauce over the top.
1/2 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
28 ounces cooked Asian soba noodles or linguini
2 ounces red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
4 ounces broccoli florets, slightly blanched and chilled
4 ounces snow peas, slightly blanched and chilled
8 ounces sliced button mushrooms
24 ounces Sesame Ginger Sauce (bottled or your favorite recipe)
Chef Paul Prudhomme's Blackened Redfish Magic
Salt & Pepper
Asian Vegetable: Mix the raw bell peppers and mushrooms with the blanched broccoli and
snow peas. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Heat the Sesame Ginger Sauce in another pan or in the microwave.
Salmon: Lightly brush both sides of the salmon with oil and lightly season with Blackened
Redfish Magic. Pre-heat a non-stick sauté pan on medium-to-medium high heat. Place
one tablespoon of oil into pan. Sear the seasoned fillets for 3-4 minutes. Turn fish over
and sear an additional 4-5 minutes or until desired doneness.
Place warm noodles on each plate. Top evenly with the vegetable mixture. Place a
salmon fillet in the center. Pour sauce over the top.
Disney Tonga Toast
2 or 4 slices sourdough bread cut 1 inch thick
1 banana
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Oil for frying
Whipped butter if desired
Maple syrup if desired
Depending on the size of the bread slices, cut a 1 inch pocket in one side
of the bread slice. Cut banana in half crosswise, then split each piece
lengthwise. Remove peel and stuff two pieces in each pocket, again depending
on size. Set aside. Mix sugar and cinnamon. Set aside. Mix egg, milk, and
vanilla until well blended. Heat about 4 inches of oil in a pan to 350
degrees F. Dip stuffed bread into egg mixture, allowing it to soak in for a
few minutes. Fry in hot oil until lightly brown,turning to brown both sides.
Drain on paper towels on cake rack. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar and serve
at once.
1 banana
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Oil for frying
Whipped butter if desired
Maple syrup if desired
Depending on the size of the bread slices, cut a 1 inch pocket in one side
of the bread slice. Cut banana in half crosswise, then split each piece
lengthwise. Remove peel and stuff two pieces in each pocket, again depending
on size. Set aside. Mix sugar and cinnamon. Set aside. Mix egg, milk, and
vanilla until well blended. Heat about 4 inches of oil in a pan to 350
degrees F. Dip stuffed bread into egg mixture, allowing it to soak in for a
few minutes. Fry in hot oil until lightly brown,turning to brown both sides.
Drain on paper towels on cake rack. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar and serve
at once.
Luchow's German Potato Salad
1 pound (3 medium) potatoes
6 slices bacon, diced
1 medium-size onion, diced
1/2 cup vinegar
1/2 cup stock or bouillon
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. sugar
1 egg yolk, beaten
Scrub potatoes; rinse. Boil in jackets; let cool. Peel and cut in
1/4-inch slices. Cook bacon in hot pan until crisp. Add onion; stir
and cook until transparent. Add vinegar, stock or bouillon, and
seasonings. Stir; let come to a boil. Stir in egg; remove from heat
and pour over potatoes. Serves 2-4.
6 slices bacon, diced
1 medium-size onion, diced
1/2 cup vinegar
1/2 cup stock or bouillon
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. sugar
1 egg yolk, beaten
Scrub potatoes; rinse. Boil in jackets; let cool. Peel and cut in
1/4-inch slices. Cook bacon in hot pan until crisp. Add onion; stir
and cook until transparent. Add vinegar, stock or bouillon, and
seasonings. Stir; let come to a boil. Stir in egg; remove from heat
and pour over potatoes. Serves 2-4.
Shoney's Country Fried Steak
3 cups water
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 4 Ounce cube steaks, trimmed, flattened
1-1/2 Tablespoons ground beef, lean
1/4 cup flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
Put water in medium bowl. Sift flour, salt, and pepper together in another
bowl. Dip steaks in water, then in dry mixture. Repeat. Lay coated steaks
on wax paper and freeze for 3 hours. Deep fry steaks in 350 degree oil for
8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Brown ground beef in skillet. Stir in
flour, then remaining ingredients. Bring to boil, then simmer until thick.
Pour gravy over steaks.
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 4 Ounce cube steaks, trimmed, flattened
1-1/2 Tablespoons ground beef, lean
1/4 cup flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
Put water in medium bowl. Sift flour, salt, and pepper together in another
bowl. Dip steaks in water, then in dry mixture. Repeat. Lay coated steaks
on wax paper and freeze for 3 hours. Deep fry steaks in 350 degree oil for
8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Brown ground beef in skillet. Stir in
flour, then remaining ingredients. Bring to boil, then simmer until thick.
Pour gravy over steaks.
P.F. Chang's Lettuce Wraps
8 dried shiitake mushrooms
1 Teaspoon cornstarch
2 Teaspoon dry sherry
2 Teaspoon water
salt and pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken
5 Tablespoon oil
1 Teaspoon fresh minced ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, minced
2 small dried chilis, (optional)
8 Ounce can bamboo shoots, minced
8 Ounce can waterchestnuts, minced
1 package cellophane Chinese rice noodles, prepared according to package
Cooking Sauce:
1 Tablespoon Hoisin sauce
1 Tablespoon soy sauce
1 Tablespoon dry sherry
2 Tablespoon oyster sauce
2 Tablespoon water
1 tsp. sesame oil
1 tsp. sugar
2 tsp. cornstarch
Iceburg lettuce "cups"
Cover mushrooms with boiling water, let stand 30 minutes then drain. Cut and
discard woody stems. Minces mushrooms. Set aside. Mix all ingredients for
cooking sauce in bowl, and set aside. In medium bowl, combine cornstarch,
sherry water, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and chicken. Stir to coat chicken
thoroughly. Stir in 1 tsp. oil and let sit 15 minutes to marinate. Heat wok
or large skillet over medium high heat. Add 3 TBSP oil, then add chicken and
stir fry for about 3-4 minutes. Set aside. Add 2 TBSP oil to pan. Add
ginger, garlic, chilies(if desired), and onion; stir fry about a minute or
so. Add mushrooms, bamboo shoots and water chestnuts; stir fry an additional
2 minutes. Return chicken to pan. Add mixed cooking sauce to pan. Cook until
thickened and hot. Break cooked cellophane noodles into small pieces, and
cover bottom of serving dish with them. Then pour chicken mixture on top of
noodles. Spoon into lettuce leaf and roll.
1 Teaspoon cornstarch
2 Teaspoon dry sherry
2 Teaspoon water
salt and pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken
5 Tablespoon oil
1 Teaspoon fresh minced ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, minced
2 small dried chilis, (optional)
8 Ounce can bamboo shoots, minced
8 Ounce can waterchestnuts, minced
1 package cellophane Chinese rice noodles, prepared according to package
Cooking Sauce:
1 Tablespoon Hoisin sauce
1 Tablespoon soy sauce
1 Tablespoon dry sherry
2 Tablespoon oyster sauce
2 Tablespoon water
1 tsp. sesame oil
1 tsp. sugar
2 tsp. cornstarch
Iceburg lettuce "cups"
Cover mushrooms with boiling water, let stand 30 minutes then drain. Cut and
discard woody stems. Minces mushrooms. Set aside. Mix all ingredients for
cooking sauce in bowl, and set aside. In medium bowl, combine cornstarch,
sherry water, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and chicken. Stir to coat chicken
thoroughly. Stir in 1 tsp. oil and let sit 15 minutes to marinate. Heat wok
or large skillet over medium high heat. Add 3 TBSP oil, then add chicken and
stir fry for about 3-4 minutes. Set aside. Add 2 TBSP oil to pan. Add
ginger, garlic, chilies(if desired), and onion; stir fry about a minute or
so. Add mushrooms, bamboo shoots and water chestnuts; stir fry an additional
2 minutes. Return chicken to pan. Add mixed cooking sauce to pan. Cook until
thickened and hot. Break cooked cellophane noodles into small pieces, and
cover bottom of serving dish with them. Then pour chicken mixture on top of
noodles. Spoon into lettuce leaf and roll.
Heinz 57 Sauce
1/2 Cup Raisins
2/3 Cup Heinz ketchup
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp seasoned salt
4 oz applesauce
2 Tbsp Wish Bone Itailian Dressing
1. Put all ingredients in a blender and blend on/off for 2 minutes
on high or until smooth.
2/3 Cup Heinz ketchup
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp seasoned salt
4 oz applesauce
2 Tbsp Wish Bone Itailian Dressing
1. Put all ingredients in a blender and blend on/off for 2 minutes
on high or until smooth.
Sour Cream
2 cups light cream
2 Tablespoon buttermilk
Combine cream with buttermilk in hot, clean glass jar with a lid. (Canning
jar that has been heating in boiling water, for instance.) Cover tightly and
shake gently to thoroughly mix. Let stand in a warm place - like where you
put bread to rise) till thickened (24-48 hours). Store, covered in
refrigerator. Stir before serving. Use within three weeks. Makes two cups.
2 Tablespoon buttermilk
Combine cream with buttermilk in hot, clean glass jar with a lid. (Canning
jar that has been heating in boiling water, for instance.) Cover tightly and
shake gently to thoroughly mix. Let stand in a warm place - like where you
put bread to rise) till thickened (24-48 hours). Store, covered in
refrigerator. Stir before serving. Use within three weeks. Makes two cups.
Old El Paso Enchilada Sauce
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion chopped
15 Ounce can chicken broth
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
Cook onion in olive oil till tender, add remaining ingredients. Simmer till
desired thickness or add a little flour mixed in cold water.
1 small onion chopped
15 Ounce can chicken broth
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
Cook onion in olive oil till tender, add remaining ingredients. Simmer till
desired thickness or add a little flour mixed in cold water.
Licorice Drops
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 Tablespoon black food coloring
1/4 Teaspoon anise extract or pulverized anise seeds
Put the sugars, water and corn syrup into a pot, set the pot over medium
heat and stir. When the batch has boiled for the first time, wash the sugar
crystals down from the sides of the pot. Put the thermometer in the pot and
cook without stirring to 290F [soft crack stage]. Take the pot from the heat
and add the food coloring and the anise flavoring and stir them in gently.
With a teaspoon, drop round patties about the size of quarters onto a
greased baking sheet. If the candy in the pot gets too firm for spooning,
reheat it gently until it softens.
Cool the drops completely but not in the refrigerator or the pieces will
stick. Wrap the drops individually in wax paper.
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 Tablespoon black food coloring
1/4 Teaspoon anise extract or pulverized anise seeds
Put the sugars, water and corn syrup into a pot, set the pot over medium
heat and stir. When the batch has boiled for the first time, wash the sugar
crystals down from the sides of the pot. Put the thermometer in the pot and
cook without stirring to 290F [soft crack stage]. Take the pot from the heat
and add the food coloring and the anise flavoring and stir them in gently.
With a teaspoon, drop round patties about the size of quarters onto a
greased baking sheet. If the candy in the pot gets too firm for spooning,
reheat it gently until it softens.
Cool the drops completely but not in the refrigerator or the pieces will
stick. Wrap the drops individually in wax paper.
Schlotsky's Deli Rolls
1/2 Cup Lukewarm Water
1 Tbls. Sugar
1 Package Active Dry Yeast
3/4 Cup Lukewarm Milk
1/2 Teas. Salt
1/4 Teas. Baking Soda
2 1/2 Cups Flour
Yellow Cornmeal
In an 8 oz. measuring cup, stir together first 3 ingredients; let mixture
stand until it bubbles to top of cup. Dissolve baking soda in 1/2 Tbs.
warm water. In medium bowl, combine milk, salt and soda-water mixture
with 1 cup flour, beating with wire whisk until smooth. Beat in yeast
mixture and then remaining flour, using a sturdy spoon. Batter should
be thick and sticky but smooth, with all flour thoroughly dissolved. Put
dough in 2 small pie pans that have been sprayed with non-stick spray and
dusted with cornmeal. Cover with wax paper or plastic wrap that has also
been sprayed. Let rise about an hour.
Remove plastic wrap and discard. Spray tops of buns with non-stick spray
and bake on center rack at 375F about 20 min. or until golden brown.
Let rolls cool in containers on a rack for 20 min. Spray tops with more
non-stick spray to keep crust soft. Let cool 1 hour before slicing and
filling with sandwich meats and cheeses
1 Tbls. Sugar
1 Package Active Dry Yeast
3/4 Cup Lukewarm Milk
1/2 Teas. Salt
1/4 Teas. Baking Soda
2 1/2 Cups Flour
Yellow Cornmeal
In an 8 oz. measuring cup, stir together first 3 ingredients; let mixture
stand until it bubbles to top of cup. Dissolve baking soda in 1/2 Tbs.
warm water. In medium bowl, combine milk, salt and soda-water mixture
with 1 cup flour, beating with wire whisk until smooth. Beat in yeast
mixture and then remaining flour, using a sturdy spoon. Batter should
be thick and sticky but smooth, with all flour thoroughly dissolved. Put
dough in 2 small pie pans that have been sprayed with non-stick spray and
dusted with cornmeal. Cover with wax paper or plastic wrap that has also
been sprayed. Let rise about an hour.
Remove plastic wrap and discard. Spray tops of buns with non-stick spray
and bake on center rack at 375F about 20 min. or until golden brown.
Let rolls cool in containers on a rack for 20 min. Spray tops with more
non-stick spray to keep crust soft. Let cool 1 hour before slicing and
filling with sandwich meats and cheeses
Olive Garden Hot Artichoke-Spinach Dip
Ingredients:
1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach – thawed
1 cup artichoke hearts – chopped
8 ounce cream cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp garlic powder
dash ground pepper
crackers or sliced toasted French bread
Simmer the spinach and artichoke hearts in a cup of water in a small saucepan
over med. heat until tender, about 10 min. Drain in a colander when done. Heat
the cream cheese in a small bowl in the microwave set on high for 1 min. Or,
use a saucepan to heat the cheese over med. heat just until hot. Add spinach
and artichoke hearts to the cream cheese and stir well. Stir in the Parmesan,
pepper flakes, salt, garlic powder and ground pepper, combining well. Serve hot
with crackers or toasted bread for dipping.
1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach – thawed
1 cup artichoke hearts – chopped
8 ounce cream cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp garlic powder
dash ground pepper
crackers or sliced toasted French bread
Simmer the spinach and artichoke hearts in a cup of water in a small saucepan
over med. heat until tender, about 10 min. Drain in a colander when done. Heat
the cream cheese in a small bowl in the microwave set on high for 1 min. Or,
use a saucepan to heat the cheese over med. heat just until hot. Add spinach
and artichoke hearts to the cream cheese and stir well. Stir in the Parmesan,
pepper flakes, salt, garlic powder and ground pepper, combining well. Serve hot
with crackers or toasted bread for dipping.
Olive Garden Stuffed Mushrooms
2 large pkgs button mushrooms, washed
1 can chopped clams, drain and put through food processor
1/4 - 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 - 1 cup REAL butter
1/2 - 3/4 cup Fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 - 3/4 cup Fresh Romano cheese, grated
1 - 1 1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/2 carrot, finely chopped (food processor is best)
1-2 cups Seasoned Bread Crumbs
1-2 cloves garlic, mince
1 egg
Remove stems from mushrooms and place in food processor with carrot, onion,
and clams. Once finely chopped, place in saucepan with garlic and about 1/4 -
1/2 cup butter. Sauté until tender. Mix cheeses together, leave about 3/4 cup
aside. Mix stem mixture, bread crumbs, egg and cheese together. Mixture should
pack well and not be wet or crumbly - add to mixture as you see fit. Stuff
mushrooms and place in a 13x9 baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top,
cut butter into pats over top of cheese. Bake at 350 until mushrooms are fully
cooked. Broil about 5 minutes to brown the tops. Remove from oven and serve
immediately.
1 can chopped clams, drain and put through food processor
1/4 - 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 - 1 cup REAL butter
1/2 - 3/4 cup Fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 - 3/4 cup Fresh Romano cheese, grated
1 - 1 1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/2 carrot, finely chopped (food processor is best)
1-2 cups Seasoned Bread Crumbs
1-2 cloves garlic, mince
1 egg
Remove stems from mushrooms and place in food processor with carrot, onion,
and clams. Once finely chopped, place in saucepan with garlic and about 1/4 -
1/2 cup butter. Sauté until tender. Mix cheeses together, leave about 3/4 cup
aside. Mix stem mixture, bread crumbs, egg and cheese together. Mixture should
pack well and not be wet or crumbly - add to mixture as you see fit. Stuff
mushrooms and place in a 13x9 baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top,
cut butter into pats over top of cheese. Bake at 350 until mushrooms are fully
cooked. Broil about 5 minutes to brown the tops. Remove from oven and serve
immediately.
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