tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55401679749985694062024-03-12T20:24:35.879-07:00polka-dotted elephantsPolka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.comBlogger104125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-77554701631239492502015-10-03T09:55:00.003-07:002015-10-03T09:55:45.196-07:00Apple Pie Filling<div class="h-4 strong" id="zlrecipe-ingredients">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Apple Pie Filling </span></div>
<div class="h-4 strong" id="zlrecipe-ingredients">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Ingredients: </span></div>
<span id="zlrecipe-ingredients-list"><div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-0" itemprop="ingredients">
5 cups peeled, cored and chopped small Granny Smith Apples
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-1" itemprop="ingredients">
1 tbs lemon juice
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-2" itemprop="ingredients">
1/2 cup brown sugar
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-3" itemprop="ingredients">
1/2 cup granulated sugar
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-4" itemprop="ingredients">
1/4 cup cornstarch
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-5" itemprop="ingredients">
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-6" itemprop="ingredients">
1/4 tsp nutmeg
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-7" itemprop="ingredients">
pinch salt
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-8" itemprop="ingredients">
2 cups water
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-9" itemprop="ingredients">
</div>
</span><span class="instructions" id="zlrecipe-instructions-list"><div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-1" itemprop="recipeInstructions">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Directions: </span></div>
<div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-1" itemprop="recipeInstructions">
Peel core and chop apples into small pieces and toss with some lemon juice. Set aside.
</div>
<div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-2" itemprop="recipeInstructions">
Combine
sugars, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt in a small saucepan. Pour
in water and stir until incorporated. On medium heat, bring mixture to a
gentle boil for 3 minutes stirring frequently to prevent scorching on
the bottom. Once mixture is thickened slightly, add apples and toss
bringing he mixture to a gentle boil once again. Reduce the head to low
and simmer for 10 minutes or until the apples are tender. Take mixture
off heat and allow it to cool slightly.
</div>
</span>Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-41903265560368189032015-10-03T09:53:00.002-07:002015-10-03T09:53:18.737-07:00Cream Cheese Pie Crust<span style="font-size: x-large;">Cream Cheese Pie Crust </span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Ingredients: </span><br />
1/2 cup unsalted butter<br />
3 oz full fat cream cheese<br />
1 cup +2 Tbsp flour<br />
1/4 tsp salt<br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Directions:</span><br />
Cream butter and cream cheese together. Add in flour and salt until it makes a dough ball. There should still be streaks and clumps of the butter/cream cheese mixture in the ball of dough which helps make it flakey, so don't over mix. Wrap up and refrigerate for at least an hour. <br />
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-76391909156643029942015-08-16T11:31:00.001-07:002015-08-16T11:31:04.400-07:00Chocolate Coconut DessertChocolate Coconut Dessert<br />
1 Package milk chocolate chips<br />
1- 12 ounce can evaporated milk<br />
1 package of mini marshmallows<br />
1 2/3 cup shredded coconut<br />
2 1/2 cup rice crispies<br />
1 1/2 cup crushed peanuts<br />
1 stick of butter<br />
1/2 gallon of vanilla ice cream (square box)<br />
<br />
In a sauce pan mix chocolate chips and evaporated milk and bring to a gentle boil stirring constantly until melted. Cook for 1 minute. Add marshmallows and stir until melted. Chill one hour. Cook coconut and butter in a skillet until slightly brown. Stir in cereal and nuts. Spread half of the coconut mix in the bottom of a 9x13 pan. Slice ice cream into 1/2 inch slices (16 total) Cover coconut with half of the ice cream and cover with half of the chocolate sauce. Repeat ice cream, then chocolate, and then coconut again. Freeze<br />
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-14995657254440715492015-08-06T11:12:00.002-07:002015-08-06T11:14:32.388-07:00{Whole Wheat} Buttermilk Banana Bread<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b> Buttermilk Banana Bread</b></span><br />
3 cups flour (I used whole wheat)<br />
1 1/2 cups sugar<br />
1 1/2 tsp baking soda<br />
1 1/2 tsp baking powder<br />
1/2 tsp salt<br />
3 eggs<br />
3/4 cup butter, melted<br />
1 1/2 cups buttermilk<br />
4 very ripe bananas, mashed<br />
Whisk together flour, sugar, soda, baking powder, and salt in a small
bowl. In a large bowl, beat eggs, butter, buttermilk, and bananas. Stir
in dry ingredients till just moistened. Pour into 6 or 7 *small loaf
pans. Bake at 350° for about 30-35 minutes. Let cool in pans 5-8 minutes
before removing to cooling racks.<br />
<br />
recipe from www.creationsbykara.com Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-33001366095705655272015-08-05T11:57:00.000-07:002015-08-05T11:57:08.095-07:00Salted Caramel Sauce<span class="item">
<h2 class="fn">
Salted Caramel Sauce</h2>
</span>
<div class="time">
<strong>Yield:</strong> <span class="yield">2 cups</span><br />
<strong>Prep Time:</strong> <span class="preptime">5 minutes</span><br />
<strong>Cook Time:</strong> <span class="cooktime">10 minutes</span><br />
</div>
<div class="summary">
The BEST salted caramel sauce! It's easy to make
and is great drizzled over ice cream, cake, cookies, cupcakes,
cheesecake...and anything else you can think of!<br />
</div>
<h3>
Ingredients:</h3>
<div class="ingredient">
2 cups granulated sugar<br />
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, cut into pieces<br />
1 cup heavy cream, at room temperature<br />
1 tablespoon fleur de sel or Maldon sea salt flakes<br />
</div>
<h3>
Directions:</h3>
<div class="instructions">
1. First, make sure you have all of the
ingredients ready. Once you start the caramel sauce you have to pay
close attention so you don't burn it. To begin, heat the sugar over
medium high-heat in the bottom of a heavy 2-3 quart saucepan. When the
sugar starts to melt, start whisking the sugar. The sugar will clump up,
but keep whisking. It will continue to melt. When the sugar is melted,
stop whisking. You can swirl the pan to move the sugar around.<br />
2. Continue cooking the sugar until it reaches a deep amber color.
Make sure you watch the pan very closely. This is where it is easy to
burn the caramel. You want the caramel to reach 350 degrees F. If you
are new to making caramel, I suggest using a thermometer.<br />
3. As soon as the sugar reaches the dark amber color, carefully add
the butter. Whisk until butter is melted. If the sugar gets stuck to the
whisk, you can switch to a wooden spoon. <br />
4. Remove the pan from the heat and slowly pour in the heavy cream.
Whisk until cream is incorporated and caramel is smooth. Whisk in the
fleur de sel or Maldon sea salt flakes.<br />
5. Let the caramel sauce cool for about 10 minutes in the pan. Pour
the caramel into a large jar and cool to room temperature. Put the
salted caramel sauce in the refrigerator. Store the salted caramel sauce
in the refrigerator for about a month.<br />
<br />
recipe from www.twopeasandtheirpod.com <br />
</div>
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-3433765183727666322015-08-05T11:49:00.000-07:002015-08-05T11:49:34.126-07:00Caramel Buttermilk Syrup<h2 style="text-align: left;">
Caramel <b>Buttermilk Syrup</b></h2>
<div>
1 1/2 cups buttermilk<br />
1 cup sugar<br />
1 cup brown sugar<br />
1/2 cup butter*<br />
1 tsp baking soda<br />
1 tsp vanilla</div>
In a large saucepan, bring buttermilk, sugars, and butter to a boil
over medium heat. Remove from heat and whisk in soda and vanilla. It
will bubble up a lot.<br />
<br />
recipe from www.creationsbykara.com Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-32155623259881643292015-08-02T14:39:00.000-07:002015-08-02T14:40:47.408-07:00Dressed Up Spaghetti<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<h2 itemprop="name">
Dressed up Spaghetti</h2>
<div class="time">
</div>
<h3 id="ingredients">
Ingredients:</h3>
<div class="ingredients">
<ul>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 onion minced</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2 cloves garlic minced</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 Tb olive oil</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 lb hamburger</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp kosher salt or table salt</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 tsp black pepper</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/8 tsp oregano</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 jar classic prego</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 14oz can diced tomatoes, drained (optional)</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 pkg spaghetti</li>
</ul>
</div>
<h3 id="directions" style="clear: left;">
Directions:</h3>
<div class="instructions" itemprop="recipeInstructions">
<div class="lead">
1.
Add olive oil to frying pan and heat over med-high heat. Add onions and
cook until they become soft (about 4-5 min). Then add garlic and cook a
minute longer. Next add in your meat and your seasonings. Cook meat
until browned. Add in your pasta sauce and let simmer for about 15
minutes.</div>
2. Cook spaghetti noodles according to package. Serve sauce over noodles while hot.<br />
<br />
recipe from www.iheartnaptime.net </div>
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-17418965486275413542015-08-02T14:34:00.000-07:002015-08-02T14:40:56.630-07:00Homemade Soft Pretzels<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<div class="b-b h-1 strong" id="zlrecipe-title" itemprop="name">
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Homemade Soft Pretzels</span></div>
<div class="zlmeta zlclear">
<div class="fl-l width-50">
<div id="zlrecipe-yield">
Yield: <span itemprop="recipeYield">8 soft pretzels</span> </div>
</div>
<div class="zlclear">
</div>
</div>
<div class="h-4 strong" id="zlrecipe-ingredients">
<span style="font-size: large;">Ingredients:</span> </div>
<span id="zlrecipe-ingredients-list"></span><br />
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-0" itemprop="ingredients">
<span id="zlrecipe-ingredients-list">2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
</span></div>
<span id="zlrecipe-ingredients-list">
</span>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-1" itemprop="ingredients">
<span id="zlrecipe-ingredients-list">1 cup warm water
</span></div>
<span id="zlrecipe-ingredients-list">
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-2" itemprop="ingredients">
1 tbs unsalted butter, melted
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-3" itemprop="ingredients">
1 tsp sugar
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-4" itemprop="ingredients">
1 tsp salt
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-5" itemprop="ingredients">
3 cups all-purpose flour + up to 3/4 cup more if needed
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-6" itemprop="ingredients">
</div>
<div class="ingredient-label" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-7">
2 cups water
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-8" itemprop="ingredients">
6 tbs baking soda
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-9" itemprop="ingredients">
1 tbs coarse salt, for sprinkling on top
</div>
<div class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-10" itemprop="ingredients">
</div>
<div class="ingredient-label" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-11">
6 tbs salted butter, melted</div>
</span><br />
<div class="h-4 strong" id="zlrecipe-instructions">
<span style="font-size: large;">Instructions: </span></div>
<span class="instructions" id="zlrecipe-instructions-list"></span><br />
<div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-0" itemprop="recipeInstructions">
<span class="instructions" id="zlrecipe-instructions-list">Preheat oven to 475 degrees and line a large baking sheet or two baking sheets with parchment paper.
</span></div>
<span class="instructions" id="zlrecipe-instructions-list">
</span>
<div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-1" itemprop="recipeInstructions">
<span class="instructions" id="zlrecipe-instructions-list">Combine
yeast with warm water and sugar in the bowl of your stand mixer fitted
with hook attachment. Once mixture becomes "frothy" your yeast is ready.
Stir in salt and melted butter. Add flour 1 cup at a time until a dough
forms and is no longer sticky. You may need more or less depending on
temperature differences. If you press your finger into the dough and it
bounces back, it's ready to knead. Knead dough for 5 more minutes until
smooth and pliable. Form dough into a ball and place it back into the
bowl to rest for 15 minutes. During this time, prepare baking soda bath.
</span></div>
<span class="instructions" id="zlrecipe-instructions-list">
<div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-2" itemprop="recipeInstructions">
In
a medium sized pot, boil 2 cups of water with 6 tbs of baking soda.
Once the baking soda is mostly dissolved, take mixture off heat and
allow it to come down to a lukewarm temperature. Pour into a 9x9 baking
dish once cooled down.
</div>
<div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-3" itemprop="recipeInstructions">
At
this time, 15 minutes of dough resting time should be up. Take dough
out of the bowl and flatten slightly with the palm of your hand. Cut
dough into 8 sections (like a pizza). Roll each triangle into a long
rope, about 19-20 inches long. Shape dough into pretzel shape and place
in baking soda bath for 2 minutes. If the whole pretzel isn't covered by
the water, spoon it on top of the areas is doesn't reach. Once the 2
minutes is up, carefully pick pretzel up either by your hand or with the
help of a fork and place on prepared baking sheet. You may have to
re-shape slightly. Sprinkle the pretzel with coarse salt while still wet
(optional). Repeat these steps until all 8 pretzels are prepared and on
the baking sheet(s).
</div>
<div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-4" itemprop="recipeInstructions">
Bake pretzels for 8-9 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately from the oven, brush (heavily) with melted butter.
</div>
<div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-5" itemprop="recipeInstructions">
These
homemade soft pretzels are best served hot and fresh out of the oven
but will keep for about 2 days stored at room temperature in an airtight
container. Pop them in the microwave and they're good as new! </div>
<div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-5" itemprop="recipeInstructions">
Recipe from www.sprinklesomesugar.com </div>
</span><br />
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Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-16989079609924520922015-01-12T17:24:00.002-08:002015-01-12T17:24:43.781-08:00Zupa De Tuscana SoupZupa De Tuscana Soup <br />
Ingredients: <br />
2 lbs jimmy dean all natural sausage<br />
<div>
8 Cups water water<div>
32 oz chicken broth</div>
<div>
4 Chicken bullion</div>
<div>
2t garlic (minced)</div>
<div>
1 med onion (chopped)</div>
<div>
8 red potatos(cubed)</div>
<div>
2 Cups spinach (or 6-9 oz bag spinach)</div>
<div>
1 Cup heavy whipping cream</div>
<div>
salt & pepper taste</div>
<div>
Italian seasoning to taste</div>
<div>
Directions:</div>
<div>
brown sausage, drain set aside</div>
</div>
<div>
In large pot, boil water & broth, add potatoes, garlic, onion, simmer over medium heat until potatoes are tender</div>
<div>
<br /></div>
<div>
Add sausage & simmer 10 min</div>
<div>
Add spinach & heavy whipping cream, season w/salt & pepper and heat thru.</div>
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-68163190484741183022015-01-12T17:20:00.003-08:002015-01-12T17:20:50.558-08:00Chicken Pot Pie<div dir="ltr">
<div>
<span class="il">Chicken</span> <span class="il">Pot</span> <span class="il">Pie</span></div>
<div>
<div>
</div>
</div>
Ingredients<br />
<ul>
<li>1 pound skinless, boneless <span class="il">chicken</span> breast halves - cubed
</li>
<li>1 cup sliced carrots
</li>
<li>1/2 cup frozen green peas
</li>
<li>1/2 cup grean beans</li>
<li>1/2 cup sliced celery
</li>
<li>1 can diced potatoes </li>
<li>1/3 cup butter
</li>
<li>1/3 cup chopped onion
</li>
<li>1/3 cup all-purpose flour
</li>
<li>1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon black pepper
</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon celery seed
</li>
<li>32 oz. carton <span class="il">chicken</span> stock or broth for boiling(reserve 1 3/4 cups <span class="il">chicken</span> broth)
</li>
<li>2/3 cup milk
</li>
<li>2
(9 inch) unbaked Pillsbury <span class="il">pie</span> crusts...or if you're really feeling
domestic go here and find the perfect <span class="il">pie</span> crust!! I wasn't feeling that
domestic last night so I used Mr. Dough Boys, and it was still yummy!</li>
</ul>
Instructions<br />
<ol>
<li>Preheat oven to 425 degrees F
</li>
<li>In
a <span class="il">pot</span>, combine <span class="il">chicken</span>, carrots, peas, potatoes and celery. Add the
<span class="il">chicken</span> broth and boil for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, drain
(reserving 1 and 3/4 cup <span class="il">chicken</span> broth for filling) and set aside.
</li>
<li>Place the bottom crust on the <span class="il">pie</span> pan and dab with a fork a few times. Place in over and cook for 5-7 minutes.
</li>
<li>In
a large sauce pan cook onions in butter (over medium heat) until soft
and translucent. Stir in flour, salt, pepper, and celery seed. Next,
slowly stir in <span class="il">chicken</span> broth remains and milk. Simmer over medium-low
heat until thick. Remove from heat and combine with the <span class="il">chicken</span>,
carrots, peas, and celery mixture.
</li>
<li>Remove
<span class="il">pie</span> crust from oven and bump oven down to 375. Place the <span class="il">chicken</span>
filling in bottom crust. Cover with top crust, seal edges, and cut away
excess dough. Make several small slits in the top to allow steam to
escape.
</li>
<li>Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.</li>
</ol>
</div>
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-32780224242433825582014-07-22T08:53:00.002-07:002014-07-22T08:53:21.710-07:00Chocolate Chip Cookies<h3>
Ingredients:</h3>
<div class="ingredient">
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature<br />
3/4 cup brown sugar<br />
1/4 cup granulated sugar<br />
3.4 oz. package vanilla instant pudding mix<br />
2 large eggs<br />
1 teaspoon vanilla extract<br />
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour<br />
1 teaspoon baking soda<br />
1/2 teaspoon salt<br />
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips<br />
</div>
<h3>
Directions:</h3>
<div class="instructions">
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat and set aside.<br />
2. Using a mixer, beat together butter and sugars until creamy. Add
in pudding mix, eggs, and vanilla extract. In a medium bowl, whisk
together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to
the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in the chocolate
chips.<br />
3. Drop cookie dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking
sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until slight golden and set. Remove
cookies from oven and let cool on baking sheet for two minutes. Transfer
to a cooling rack and cool completely.<br />
</div>
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-69127123537257181972014-07-13T17:34:00.000-07:002014-07-13T17:34:23.094-07:00Lemon Curd Mousse2 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream<br />
Zest and juice of 2 lemons<br />
8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened<br />
2 tsp Vanilla<br />
1/2 cup sugar<br />
2 big spoonfuls of lemon curd<br />
<br />
Directions:<br />
Mix cream cheese, vanilla, lemon, sugar, and lemon curd until smooth. Whip up the heavy cream and fold into the lemon mix. Store in an air tight container in the fridge<br />
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-65108041309068808062014-07-04T13:03:00.002-07:002014-07-04T13:03:24.654-07:00Schmutz’s Chili<div class="a3s" id=":1ei" style="overflow: hidden;">
<div>
<div style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: tahoma,new york,times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">
<div>
Schmutz’s Chili</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
3 C pinto beans washed</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
1 lb ground beef browned</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
3/4 lb bacon cut up and browned</div>
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1 C chopped onion</div>
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1 C katchup</div>
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1/4 C brown sugar</div>
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</div>
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1 T liquid smoke</div>
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3 T white vinegar</div>
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1 tsp salt</div>
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dash pepper</div>
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Cook for 3 hrs in crock pot. Add enough water to cook it all.</div>
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<div>
I rinse and soak my beans over night. The cook time will
depend on how fresh the beans are. I would start them in the morning.
Cook them on high and just keep checking them until they are soft. </div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-7502364632515187732014-07-04T13:02:00.002-07:002014-07-04T13:02:11.909-07:00German PancakesGerman pancakes<br /><br />
6 eggs<br />
3 tbsp butter<br />
1 c flour<br />
1 c milk<br />
1/2 tsp salt<br />
Mix ingredients in blender<br />
Bake in greased casserole dish at 450° for 15-20 minutes<br />Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-73671187632727591372014-07-04T12:59:00.001-07:002014-07-04T12:59:07.124-07:00Pumpkin Muffins with Cream Cheese Glaze<span class="il">Pumpkin</span> <span class="il">Muffins</span> with cream cheese glaze<br /><br /><br />
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<span style="margin-right: 15px;"><span style="color: #6ebdc2;">makes approx- </span><span style="color: #58595b;"> 24 extra large <span class="il">muffins</span>, 36 standard sized <span class="il">muffins</span>, or 3 loaves of bread</span></span></div>
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ingredients:</h3>
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<strong><span class="il">Muffins</span></strong><br />3 1/2 cups all purpose flour<br />1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder<br />1 teaspoon baking soda<br />
1 teaspoon salt<br />2 teaspoons cinnamon<br />1/2 teaspoon nutmeg<br />1/2 teaspoon ground ginger<br />1/2 teaspoon ground cloves</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
2/3 cup vegetable oil<br />2 cups sugar<br />4 eggs<br />
1 teaspoon vanilla<br />
1- 15 oz. can <span class="il">pumpkin</span> puree<br />2/3 cup water</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
<strong>Streusel Topping</strong><br />1/2 cup brown sugar.<br />1/2 cup all purpose flour<br />2 teaspoons cinnamon<br />1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted<br />
(optional) 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
<b>Cream Chesse Glaze</b></div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
4oz cream cheese</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
1 cup powdered sugar</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
3-4 Tbsp milk</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
blend
cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and mix until all mixed
in. Add milk one TBSP at a time until you reach a desired glaze
consistency. Drizzle on <span class="il">muffins</span> once done baking.</div>
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directions:</h3>
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.<br />Place cupcake/<span class="il">muffin</span> liners in a <span class="il">muffin</span> pan.</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
<strong>Mix the batter...</strong><br />In a large bowl, gently whisk dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, spices).</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
In another large bowl (or the bowl of your electric mixer), add oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla and <span class="il">pumpkin</span>. Blend well. Add water and blend until fully incorporated.</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
While slowly mixing, pour the dry ingredients in with the wet. Mix until just combined.</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
<strong>Make the streusel...</strong><br />In
a medium bowl mix brown sugar, flour, cinnamon and nuts (if desired).
Pour in the melted butter and stir gently until the mixture is combined,
but some small lumps remain.</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
Scoop <span class="il">muffin</span> batter into prepared pan, filling liners about 1/2-2/3 full. Top each <span class="il">muffin</span> with a spoon full of streusel topping.</div>
<div style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px;">
Bake <span class="il">muffins</span> 18-20 minutes (for standard sized <span class="il">muffins</span>).<br />
Bake extra large <span class="il">muffins</span> (as pictured) 25-28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs, but no wet batter.</div>
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Feel free to make this recipe into <span class="il">Pumpkin</span> bread instead of <span class="il">muffins</span>. Divide batter between 3 standard sized loaf pans. Bake loaves (in greased and floured pans) for 50-55 minutes.</div>
<div style="margin: 11px 0px 3px; padding: 0px;">
This recipe makes a lot of <span class="il">muffins</span>. Feel free to cut the recipe in half, or make some <span class="il">muffins</span> and a loaf of bread.</div>
</div>
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-57019246821396583992014-07-04T12:57:00.002-07:002014-07-04T12:57:54.354-07:00Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">App<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS;">lesauce </span>Oatmeal muffins</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">½ c. softened
butter</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">¾ c. brown
sugar</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1 well beaten
egg</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1c. whole wheat
flour</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">½ tsp cinnamon</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">¼ tsp. nutmeg</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1 tsp. baking
powder</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">¼ tsp. soda</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">¼ tsp. salt</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">¾ c. applesauce
</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1c. quick oats</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">½ c. raisins
(optional)</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">½ c. nuts
(optional)</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Mix wet ingredients
then all dry and mix well. Put into muffin cups and bake 350 for 25 to 30
minutes.</span></span></div>
<span style="color: navy; font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Makes about 24</span></span>Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-9881357572087391162014-07-04T12:55:00.001-07:002014-07-04T12:55:27.020-07:00Chicken Sour Cream Enchiladas<div>
Chicken Sour Cream Enchiladas</div>
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</div>
<div>
Mix Together</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
1 can Cream of chicken soup</div>
<div>
1 1/2 C diced Chicken</div>
<div>
2 oz Green Chili's diced (optional)</div>
<div>
Chopped onions. I just toss in a quarter cup or so of dehydrated ones</div>
<div>
Salt and pepper</div>
<div>
3/4 soup can of milk<var></var></div>
<div>
1/2 pint Sour Cream</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
1 dozen corn tortillas or flour tortillas whatever size you want</div>
<div>
3/4 lb grated cheese. I just use however much looks good. Probably more than I should</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
Pour 1/2 the mixtrue in bottom of cake pan.</div>
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Put cheese in tortilla and roll.</div>
<div>
Pour the rest of the mixture on top</div>
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</div>
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Bake 350 Degrees for 1/2 an hour or until cheese is melted. </div>
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-15615498614907170532014-07-04T12:49:00.002-07:002014-07-04T12:49:19.416-07:00Waffles<div>
Waffles</div>
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</div>
<div>
Makes 3 10 inch waffles or 6 smaller ones</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
1 3/4 C flour</div>
<div>
2 tsp baking powder</div>
<div>
1/2 tsp salt</div>
<div>
2 beaten egg yolks</div>
<div>
1 3/4 C milk</div>
<div>
1/2 C oil</div>
<div>
2 stiffly beaten egg whites</div>
<div>
</div>
Fold in egg whites after mixing everything else.Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-18372364984399199532014-07-04T12:41:00.004-07:002014-07-04T12:41:45.919-07:00Penne Rosa Pasta<div>
Penna Rosa Pasta</div>
<br />
1 (1 lb) box penne pasta<a href="http://www.food.com/library/pasta-273" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><u><span style="color: blue;">
</span></u></a>
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1 lb <span style="color: blue;"><u>boneless chicken breasts</u></span> </div>
<div>
1 (8 ounce) box <a href="http://www.food.com/library/spinach-301" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><u><span style="color: blue;">frozen chopped spinach</span></u></a> </div>
<div>
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can <a href="http://www.food.com/library/tomato-151" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><u><span style="color: blue;">Italian-style diced tomatoes</span></u></a> (drained) </div>
<div>
2 (16 ounce) jars <a href="http://www.food.com/library/alfredo-sauce-803" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><u><span style="color: blue;">alfredo sauce</span></u></a> (I use 'light' Alfredo sauce to cut a few calories) </div>
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1 (8 ounce) can <a href="http://www.food.com/library/tomato-sauce-153" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><u><span style="color: blue;">tomato sauce</span></u></a> </div>
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1 (8 ounce) container sliced mushrooms </div>
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<a href="http://www.food.com/library/red-pepper-flakes-507" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><u><span style="color: blue;">red pepper flakes</span></u></a> </div>
<div>
<a href="http://www.food.com/library/parmesan-cheese-467" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><u><span style="color: blue;">parmesan cheese</span></u></a> (optional) </div>
<h2>
Directions:</h2>
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</div>
<div>
Fill a medium size pot with water and add red pepper flakes, bring to boil, add penne noodles. </div>
<div>
Cut chicken into pieces and cook thoroughly. Set aside and keep warm. </div>
<div>
Saute mushrooms. </div>
<div>
Thaw spinach and drain out all excess water. </div>
<div>
In a large saucepan mix Alfredo sauce, tomatoes, tomato sauce,
mushrooms, spinach and more red pepper flakes (to taste). Simmer on low
for 15-20 minute. </div>
<div>
Drain pasta and place in a large serving bowl. </div>
<div>
Add chicken to pasta and stir. </div>
<div>
Add sauce and stir. </div>
<div>
Serve immediately and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and additional red pepper flakes if desired.</div>
</span></dir></dir>Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-27632655803508681242014-07-04T12:26:00.003-07:002014-07-04T12:26:57.201-07:00Corn Bread and Orange SauceOrange Sauce <br />
1/4 cup sugar<br />2 tablespoons <span class="il">corn</span> starch<br />1/8 teaspoon salt<br />1 1/2 cup <span class="il">orange</span> juice<br />2 tablespoons butter<br />1 can mandarin oranges<br /><br />mix
all ingredients except mandarin oranges in a saucepan and bring to a
boil. once it starts to boil you can remove from heat. Add your mandarin
oranges and top it off with some <span class="il">corn</span> <span class="il">bread</span>. You can also garnish with bacon bits on top too.<br />
I always use the juice from the oranges and then use <span class="il">orange</span> juice for the rest. Hope you enjoy!<br />
Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-60257074709914336072014-07-04T12:16:00.003-07:002014-07-04T12:16:25.978-07:00Almond Poopyseed Bread<span class="il">Poppy</span> <span class="il">Seed</span> Bread
<br />
<br />
<br />
3 C flour<br />
2 C sugar<br />
1 ½ tsp baking powder<br />
1 ½ tsp salt<br />
2 Tbs <span class="il">poppy</span> seeds<br />
1/4 tsp baking soda<br />
1 ½ C milk<br />
1 C cooking oil<br />
3 eggs<br />
1 ½ tsp vanilla<br />
1 ½ tsp almond extract<br />
<br />
Glaze<br />
<br />
2 Tbs Butter<br />
3/4 C sugar<br />
1/4 C orange juice<br />
½ tsp vanilla<br />
½ tsp almond extract<br />
<br />
<br />
Directions:<br />
combine flour, sugar baking powder, salt, <span class="il">poppy</span>
seeds, and baking soda in a large mixer bowl. Add milk, oil eggs,
vanilla, and almond extract. Beat on low speed just until moistened.
Beat on hight speed for 2 minutes .<br />
<br />
Pour into 2 greased and floured loaf pans. Bake in a 350 degree
oven for 1 to 1 1/4 hours or until a tooth pick inserted near the denter
comes out clean. Cool in pan on a rack for 15 minutes. Turn out onto a
plate. Prick the bread with a toothpick, or long-tined fork.<br />
<br />For Glaze: melt margarine or butter in a small saucepan. Add sugar,
orange juice, vanilla and almond extract. Cook over medium heat until
the sugar is dissolved and the glaze is smooth. Slowly spoon over warm bread. Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-38000514238420841702014-07-04T12:10:00.003-07:002014-07-04T12:10:55.904-07:00Carrot Bread<div>
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<div>
Carrot Bread</div>
1 Cup Sugar</div>
1 Cup Brown Sugar</div>
1 Cup Canola oil</div>
3 Eggs</div>
2 1/2 Cups grated carrots<br />
</div>
1 tsp Vanilla<br />2 1/2 Cups flour</div>
</div>
</div>
3 tsp Cinnamon</div>
1 tsp Salt</div>
1 tsp Baking powder</div>
1 tsp Baking soda</div>
nuts optional<br /></div>
<div>
Cream cheese filling</div>
<div>
1 8oz block cream cheese softened</div>
<div>
1/3 Cup Sugar</div>
<div>
1 egg </div>
<div>
1 TBSP Flour<br /></div>
<div>
Beat ingredients together and set aside</div>
<div>
<br /></div>
<div>
Crumb topping</div>
<div>
3 TBSP Butter</div>
<div>
1/3 Cup Brown Sugar</div>
<div>
1/4 Cup Oats</div>
<div>
1 tsp Cinnamon</div>
<div>
1/3 Cup Flour<br /></div>
<div>
Mix together just until crumbly</div>
<div>
<br /></div>
In
a bowl or mixer add sugars, oil, eggs, carrots, and vanilla. Mix
together. Slowly add flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, and baking
soda. Pour half of the mixture into 2 greased standard loaf pans or 2
regular sized and 1 mini disposable loaf pans. Pour cream cheese filling
in and pour remaining batter in top. Bake at 350 for 60 minutes.
*****After 15 minutes quickly sprinkle the crumb topping on top and
continue baking for the remaining 45 minutes. Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-10280463095065198482013-11-23T11:49:00.002-08:002013-11-23T11:49:16.325-08:00Chicken Bryan<div style="text-align: center;">
A few years ago our friends introduced us to this delicious meal. It instantly became a family favorite. If you have ever tried this dish at Carrabas you know exactly how good this is. Even though this recipe is not the exact same as theirs, I have to say it is just as tasty in my eyes. Its a perfect combo of sweet and tangy. You won't be sorry to try this chicken dish out!</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Chicken Bryan </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Ingredients:</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> <span style="font-size: small;">3 boneless skinless chicken breasts butterfly cut to make </span></span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">Kosher salt</span></span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">Fresh ground pepper</span></span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">olive oil</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">8 ounces goat cheese</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;"> 2 tbsp onion, minced</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">2 tbsp garlic, minced</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">12 tbsp butter, divided</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">5 tbsp white grape juice</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">3 tbsp white vinegar</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">3/4 cup fresh lemon juice</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Directions:</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">Brush chicken on both sides with olive oil. Season to taste with kosher salt and cracked pepper. Grill chicken until done. (internal temp of 165F) Prepare lemon butter sauce while chicken is grilling. </span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Saute onion and garlic in 2 tbsp butter until soft and fragrant. Add lemon juice, vinegar and lemon juice,reduce heat to medium low and simmer 10 minutes to reduce by half. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Add remaining butter, a little at a time, until it melts and is emulsified.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and basil and heat until hot. ( do not overheat or sauce may break)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Top nearly-done chicken breasts with the goat cheese until cheese warms and softens. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">To serve, spoon sauce over chicken. </span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span> </span>Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-68362602778430736362013-06-23T21:27:00.000-07:002013-06-23T21:27:12.967-07:00Broccoli Salad<div style="text-align: center;">
With summer here and in full swing I thought I would whip up some broccoli salad to go along as a great side at any barbeque or family gathering.This is always a crowd pleaser where everyone wants the recipe. I am all about quick and easy meals. This is definitely one of those things that you can toss together in a jiffy. </div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Broccoli Salad</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Ingredients:</span></div>
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4 cups chopped broccoli</div>
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1 cup craisins</div>
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1 cup sunflower seeds</div>
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1/4 cup chopped purple onion</div>
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1/2 cup bacon bits</div>
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1/2 cup shredded cheese</div>
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1 cup cherry tomatoes </div>
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1 cup mayonnaise</div>
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1/2 cup sugar</div>
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2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Directions:</span></div>
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In a large bowl combine chopped broccoli, craisins,sunflower seeds, chopped onion, bacon bits, cheese, and tomatoes.set aside. In a small bowl combine mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar. Mix until all ingredients are combined and a dressing is made. Pour over the broccoli salad and mix well. Let broccoli salad chill in fridge until ready to serve. </div>
<br />Polka-dotted elephantshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03001475183684783222noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540167974998569406.post-32848390107463866532013-06-02T17:06:00.002-07:002013-06-02T17:07:22.685-07:00Tomatillo Ranch<div style="text-align: center;">
Today we attended a baby blessing for my cousins sweet little girl. Afterwards they a luncheon where they served sweet pork salads and burritos. DELICIOUS! That is one of my faves! When I asked beforehand if there was something I could bring and she told me what was going to be served, I had to offer to bring some tomatillo ranch, I LOVE this stuff, especially on sweet pork salads! I love putting it on burritos and taco salad as well. It is so easy peasy to make and totally kicks up the flavor in so many dishes. I love being able to create restaurant style flavors in my own kitchen!</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Tomatillo Ranch</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Ingredients:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">1 Package of hidden valley buttermilk ranch </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">1 cup mayonnaise </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">1 cup buttermilk</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">3 tomatillos</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">1 cup cilantro</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;">2 garlic cloves</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">1/2 tsp cayenne pepper</span> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Directions:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">Combine all ingredients in the blender and puree. Allow dressing to cool in fridge 4 hours before serving.</span> </span> </span></div>
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