Day: April 4, 2017

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How to Make Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs

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How to Make Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs Prep 5 m Cook 5 m Ready In 50 m Recipe By:Chef John “This method makes the most perfect hard-boiled eggs ever. The whites are firm but not rubbery, and the yolks are cooked and still creamy.” Ingredients 6 eggs Directions Place eggs into a saucepan and pour in cold water to cover; place over high heat. When the water just starts to simmer, turn off heat, cover pan with a lid, and let stand for 17 minutes. Don’t peek. Pour out the hot water and pour cold water over eggs. Drain and … Continue reading How to Make Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs

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The Best Meatloaf I’ve Ever Made

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The Best Meatloaf I’ve Ever Made Prep 15 m Cook 1 h 10 m Ready In 1 h 25 m Recipe By:sillyliltracy “When I was growing up, my mom never ever made meatloaf and I always wanted to try it – I finally tried it at a restaurant and loved it. When I moved out on my own I started experimenting with different recipes and creating my own version. I finally came up with the best meatloaf I have ever made, and I wanted to share it.” Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 1/4 cup minced onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 … Continue reading The Best Meatloaf I’ve Ever Made

Breatfast, Crepes and Pancakes, Pancakes and WafflesLeave a comment

Buttermilk Pancakes I

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Buttermilk Pancakes I Prep 15 m Cook 15 m Ready In 30 m Recipe By:LEEMA “These are very delicious pancakes and my family loves them.” Ingredients 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 egg 1 1/4 cups buttermilk 1/4 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 cup vegetable oil Directions Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Combine all ingredients in a blender. Puree until smooth. Pour batter onto the griddle, to form 5 pancakes. Flip pancakes when edges appear to harden. Cook pancakes on other side for same amount of time until golden brown. ALL RIGHTS … Continue reading Buttermilk Pancakes I

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TRADITIONAL STEAK DIANE

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TRADITIONAL STEAK DIANE Beef tenderloin steaks (4 – 4 oz.) 2 tbsp. shallots, minced 1 oz. mushroom medallions 1/4 tsp. powdered garlic 1/2 lemon 1 tsp. dry mustard 1 tsp. thyme 2 oz. cream 1 tbsp. chopped parsley 1 1/2 oz. clarified butter Dash Worcestershire sauce 1. In saute pan heat butter and dash of Worcestershire sauce.2. Place fillets, shallots and mushrooms in pan, add garlic, saute. 3. Place lemon in cheesecloth and squeeze juice over steaks. Salt and pepper. 4. Season shallots and mushrooms with mustard and thyme combined. Add chopped parsley. 5. Turn steaks and saute to desired … Continue reading TRADITIONAL STEAK DIANE

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Steak Diane

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Steak Diane Larger photo Pan-fried steak with a Diane sauce of cognac, shallots, butter, mustard and cream. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Yield: Serves 4 Ingredients 4 (6-ounce) center cut beef tenderloin steaks or another cut of your choice Salt 1/2 cup beef broth* 4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons tomato paste 2 Tbsp butter 1/2 cup finely minced shallots 4 Tbsp cognac or brandy 1/3 cup heavy cream Freshly ground black pepper 1-2 Tbsp chives, finely chopped *If cooking gluten-free, use gluten-free broth Method 1 Salt steak and let sit at room … Continue reading Steak Diane

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Popcorn Balls

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 Popcorn Balls Ready In 20 m Ingredients 3/4 cup light corn syrup 1/4 cup margarine 2 teaspoons cold water 2 5/8 cups confectioners’ sugar 1 cup marshmallows 5 quarts plain popped popcorn Directions In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the corn syrup, margarine, cold water, confectioners’ sugar and marshmallows. Heat and stir until the mixture comes to a boil. Carefully combine the hot mixture with the popcorn, coating each kernel. Grease hands with vegetable shortening and quickly shape the coated popcorn into balls before it cools. Wrap with cellophane or plastic wrap and store at room temperature. Continue reading Popcorn Balls

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Spiced Popcorn Balls

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Spiced Popcorn Balls Prep 15 m Cook 15 m Ready In 30 m Recipe By:Erin Forton “A traditional molasses popcorn ball recipe with a little extra kick. Drizzle final product in melted chocolate or roll in crushed walnuts for extra fun. Typically, these would ultimately be wrapped in waxed paper and tied with festive ribbons for presentation purposes. Try walnuts or pecans in place of the peanuts for other variations.” Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 6 ounces miniature marshmallows 1/3 cup molasses 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg 1/2 cup crushed peanuts (optional) 2 quarts popped popcorn Directions Melt … Continue reading Spiced Popcorn Balls

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Old Time Popcorn Balls

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Old Time Popcorn Balls Ingredients 2 cups white sugar 1 1/2 cups water 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 5 quarts popped popcorn 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions Butter the sides of a large saucepan. In the sauce pan combine the sugar, water, salt, corn syrup and vinegar. Cook over medium heat to the hard ball stage 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Stir in the vanilla and slowly pour the hot mixture over the popped popcorn, stirring just to mix well. Butter hands lightly and shape into balls. Mixture will be hot … Continue reading Old Time Popcorn Balls

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Peanut Butter Popcorn Balls

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Peanut Butter Popcorn Balls Prep 15 m Cook 10 m Ready In 55 m Recipe By:Lilcat “My mom made these every Halloween when I was a kid and you could still give this out as a treat. It still is a treat as a moist and chewy fall snack. You can make into balls or leave loose and serve like carmel corn if you prefer.” Ingredients 1 cup brown sugar 2/3 cup white corn syrup 1/4 cup butter 1 cup peanut butter 20 cups popped popcorn Directions Combine brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter in a large saucepan; cook and … Continue reading Peanut Butter Popcorn Balls