Corn Loaf

You'll Need:

1? cups milk, part cream if desired
1 cup granola
? cup canned corn, or fresh, cooked corn, cut from cob
2 eggs, beaten
1? teaspoons salt

Procedures : To prepare this Corn Loaf Recipe, first soak granola in milk fifteen minutes, add remaining ingredients. Put into oiled bread tin, and bake till set. Serve with cream sauce or egg sauce. Zwieback crumbs or cracker crumbs may be used instead of the granola, but they do not give so good a flavor. One-half cup of chopped pine nuts makes a palatable addition to this loaf, making Corn and Pine Nut Loaf

Corn Cake with Suet

You'll Need:

1 cup corn meal
1 cup Gold Medal flour
? teaspoon salt
? teaspoon soda
? cup chopped suet
2 cups sour milk

Procedures : To prepare this Corn Cake with Suet Recipe, first mix and sift the dry ingredients, add suet and the sour milk. Beat well and bake in a moderate oven one-half hour. May be eaten with syrup but is recommended only for zero weather

Christmas Bread

You'll Need:

Dough enough for one loaf
1 cup sugar
? cup lard
1 cup raisins seeded
? cup currants
1 egg
1 teaspoon mixed spices
? teaspoon soda

Procedures : To prepare this Christmas Bread Recipe, first beat the sugar, spices and soda into the lard. Fold the mixture into the dough, beat again slightly and cut into the dough; fold in the raisins and currants slightly floured. Bake in two loaves in a moderate oven

Fruity Ham Glaze

You'll Need:

1 cup apricot preserves
1 (15.25 ounce) can fruit cocktail
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Procedures : Puree in a blender: apricot preserves, fruit cocktail and Dijon mustard. Pour into a saucepan and add nutmeg. Heat over medium heat until bubbly

Fruit and Vegetable Pork

You'll Need:

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 pork chops
2 apples, cored and diced with peel
8 ounces sauerkraut
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon cornstarch
ground black pepper to taste

Procedures : Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chops and brown well. Top with apple slices.
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl combine the sauerkraut, sugar and onion and mix all together. Thicken slightly with cornstarch. Place this mixture over the chops and apples and season with pepper to taste.
Reduce heat to medium low. Cover skillet and cook all for 15 to 20 minutes or until chops are cooked through. Serve hot

Fried Pork Chop

You'll Need:

1 cup vegetable oil for frying
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt, or to taste
salt and pepper to taste
4 (3/4 inch) thick pork chops

Procedures : Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Combine flour, seasoning salt, salt and pepper in a paper or plastic bag. Place pork chops into the bag, and shake to coat.
When the oil is nice and hot, shake off excess flour from pork chops, and fry in the hot oil. Cook on each side for about 4 to 5 minutes, or until golden on the outside, and juices run clear

French Canadian Tourtiere

You'll Need:

1 pound lean ground pork
1/2 pound lean ground beef
1 onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1/4 teaspoon ground sage
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie

Procedures : Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
In a saucepan, combine pork, beef, onion, garlic, water, salt, thyme, sage, black pepper and cloves. Cook over medium heat until mixture boils; stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and simmer until meat is cooked, about 5 minutes.
Spoon the meat mixture into the pie crust. Place top crust on top of pie and pinch edges to seal. Cut slits in top crust so steam can escape. Cover edges of pie with strips of aluminum foil.
Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, remove foil and return to oven. Bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool 10 minutes before slicing

Freak'n Good Ribs

You'll Need:

3 cups pineapple juice
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons mustard powder
1/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2 teaspoons ground ginger
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds baby back pork ribs
1 (18 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce

Procedures : In a large baking dish, mix together the pineapple juice, brown sugar, mustard powder, ketchup, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and soy sauce. Season with cloves, ginger, garlic, and cayenne pepper. Cut ribs into serving size pieces, and place into the marinade. Cover, and refrigerate, turning occasionally, for 8 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (80 degrees C). Cook ribs in marinade for 1 1/2 hours, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Preheat grill for medium heat.
Lightly oil grate. Grill ribs for 15 to 20 minutes, basting with barbecue sauce, and turning frequently until nicely glazed

Fragrant Citrus Steamed Pork

You'll Need:

2 boneless pork chops
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

Procedures : Put the water, lemon or orange juice, and spices in a deep skillet with a lid. Mix together. Bring mixture to a soft boil.
Place a cooling rack over the skillet, and place pork chops on cooling rack to suspend the chops over the boiling citrus water. Place lid over chops and skillet to keep in most of the steam. Flip pork chops after 6 to 8 minutes, and continue cooking for another 10 to 15 minutes or until done

Fennel Pork Chops

You'll Need:

4 pork chops
2 tablespoons garlic salt
1 tablespoon fennel seed
1 cup white wine

Procedures : Sprinkle garlic salt on both sides of the pork chops. The garlic salt should pretty well cover the chops.
Pour a little olive oil or other cooking oil into a skillet. Put the pork chops in the frying pan and place fennel seeds on top of the pork chops. 10 to 15 fennel seeds per pork chop will probably do. Let the underside of the pork chop brown then turn over. Once both sides are browned flip again.
Pour the wine into frying pan; cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 10 minutes and flip the pork chops over. Cover them again and let them simmer for another 10 minutes. Make sure the wine doesn't completely evaporate or the pork chops will burn. You may have to add a little more wine to the pan

Farmer's Casserole

You'll Need:

3 cups frozen hash brown potatoes
3/4 cup shredded pepperjack cheese
1 cup cooked ham, diced
1/4 cup chopped green onions
4 eggs, beaten
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart baking dish.
Arrange hash brown potatoes evenly in the bottom of the prepared dish. Sprinkle with pepperjack cheese, ham, and green onions.
In a medium bowl, mix the eggs, evaporated milk, pepper, and salt. Pour the egg mixture over the potato mixture in the dish. The dish may be covered and refrigerated at this point for several hours or overnight.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes (or 55 to 60 minutes if made ahead and chilled) in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving

Fancy Sammich

You'll Need:

1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin
1/8 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 lemon, juiced
salt and pepper to taste
1 (17.5 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed

Procedures : In a medium nonporous bowl, combine the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice and mix well. Place the pork in the bowl, turning to coat well on all sides. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours, allowing the pork to marinate.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place tenderloin in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 to 30 minutes, or until internal pork temperature reaches 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
Remove pork from oven. Drain the liquid from the baking dish and reserve for later as a gravy, if desired. Roll out the two puff pastry sheets and wrap each piece of tenderloin in the dough, sealing the edges to completely enclose the meat. Return this to the baking dish.
Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown

Famous Pork Chops

You'll Need:

1 cup crushed butter crackers
garlic salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
3 eggs, beaten
4 pork chops
1/2 cup butter

Procedures : Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
In a shallow bowl combine crushed crackers, garlic salt and pepper; mix well. In a separate bowl beat eggs.
Dip your pork chops in the egg batter and then in the cracker mixture. Place the pork chops in a casserole dish. Place chunks of the butter around the pork chops. Cover and bake for 45 minutes

Family Style Honey Glazed Ham

You'll Need:

1 Cook's? brand Bone-in Spiral Sliced Ham, Butt or Shank Portion Ham, or Half Ham
1 cup honey, warmed
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Procedures : Prepare and heat ham according to package directions.
Meanwhile, to prepare glaze, combine honey, mustard and cloves; thoroughly blend.
Brush glaze on your Cook's ham 30 minutes before meat is done. Heat ham uncovered for final 30 minutes. Carve ham and serve

Carrot and Coriander Soup

You'll Need:

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large onions, chopped
5 medium carrots, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 fresh red chile pepper, chopped
3 (28 ounce) cans roma tomatoes, with juice
1 cup vegetable stock
1 bunch chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon brown sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup heavy cream

Procedures : Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, and cook the onions, carrots, garlic, and chile pepper until tender. Mix in tomatoes, vegetable stock, 1/2 the cilantro, balsamic vinegar, sugar, brown sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 30 minutes.
Transfer the soup in batches to a blender or food processor, and blend until smooth. Return to the pot, and continue cooking until heated through.
Remove soup from heat, and mix in the cream. Finely chop the remaining cilantro, and mix into the soup to serve

Carnation? Chicken And Wild Rice Soup

You'll Need:

1 (6 ounce) package long-grain and wild rice mix, prepared according to package directions
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, chopped
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 1/4 cups chopped onion
2 cloves garlic
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (12 fluid ounce) can NESTLE? CARNATION? Evaporated Milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons dry white wine
sliced green onions and toasted slivered almonds (optional)

Procedures : HEAT vegetable oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add chicken, mushrooms, onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender and chicken is no longer pink.
ADD rice, broth, tarragon, thyme, salt and pepper; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Combine small amount of evaporated milk and cornstarch in small bowl; stir until smooth. Add to saucepan with remaining evaporated milk and wine. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes or until soup is thickened. Garnish with green onions and almonds

Carib Black Bean Soup

You'll Need:

2 1/2 cups dry black beans
6 cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
6 stalks celery, chopped, with leaves
2 cups water
8 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped green onions

Procedures : In a medium-size stock pot, add dried black beans and 6 cups of water, cover and let soak overnight.
In another large stock pot, heat olive oil and add onion, minced garlic and chopped celery. Saute until vegetables are softened.
Drain and rinse soaked black beans. Add pre-soaked beans or drained and rinsed canned beans to vegetable mixture along with 2 cups water and broth. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer.
Add cayenne pepper and ground cumin. Partially cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until beans are soft.
Puree soup in batches in food processor or blender. Return pureed soup to stock pot and simmer.
Add vinegar, sherry, soy sauce and pepper. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt and chopped green onions

Cape Ann Chowder

You'll Need:

2 (10 ounce) cans minced clams
2 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams
2 (8 ounce) jars clam juice
1 cup butter
1 onion, diced
1 pinch dried thyme
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 pound potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 (8 ounce) package silken tofu
salt and pepper to taste

Procedures : In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine clams and their juice, and extra clam juice. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and set aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Cook onions and thyme in butter until onions are soft. Whisk in flour all at once to form a paste, cook 1 to 2 minutes more. Whisk in clam mixture. Stir in potatoes, reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until potatoes are tender. (At this point the soup can be cooled and stored for later use, if desired.)
Puree tofu in a blender or food processor until smooth. Stir into soup and heat through. Season with salt and pepper

Dad's Pumpkin Chiffon Pie

Dad's Pumpkin Chiffon Pie

You'll Need:
1 cup pumpkin puree
3 eggs
1/2 cup white sugar
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 tablespoons butter
1 (.25 ounce) package unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup white sugar
1 (16 ounce) package gingersnap cookies
Procedures : Line one 9 inch pie pan with whole gingersnap cookies, breaking as necessary for fitting.
In a saucepan over medium heat cook pumpkin puree to heat through, stirring frequently.
Separate the eggs. Combine the egg yolks, 1/2 cup sugar, milk, spices and butter or margarine. Add to pumpkin and cook, stirring frequently until mixture is of custard consistency. Remove mixture from heat.
Soften gelatin in the cold water and stir into the pumpkin until dissolved. Chill mixture until it begins to stiffen (about 1 1/2 hours).
Whip egg whites with the reaming 1/2 cup sugar until stiff. Fold whipped egg whites into the pumpkin mixture. Spoon mixture into the prepared pan and chill until set (about 3 hours). Serve topped with whipped cream

Mexi Hominy

You'll Need:

2 (15.5 ounce) cans white or yellow hominy, rinsed and drained
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (4.5 ounce) can diced green chiles
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 clove minced garlic
chopped fresh cilantro
salt and pepper to taste
shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional)

Procedures : In a saucepan over medium heat, stir together hominy, tomatoes, green chiles, cumin, and garlic. Cook about 7 minutes. Stir in cilantro. Remove from heat, divide into bowls, and top with cheese

Melitzanes Imam

You'll Need:

1 eggplant
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Procedures : Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Slice the eggplant in half lengthwise, and hollow out the halves leaving about a 1 centimeter shell. Set the flesh from the insides aside for later use. Place the shells on a baking tray, and drizzle with a little olive oil.
Bake for about 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until soft.
While those are baking, chop the leftover eggplant into small pieces. Heat about 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir for a few minutes. Add the chopped eggplant; cook and stir until tender. Mix in the tomatoes and tomato paste until well blended. Simmer over low heat until the halves in the oven are ready.
Remove the baked eggplant shells from the oven, and spoon in the tomato and eggplant mixture. Sprinkle a little cinnamon over the top of each one, and return them to the oven. Bake for another 30 minutes or so

Meatless Stuffed Peppers

You'll Need:

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped, divided
4 tablespoons uncooked white rice
1 cup vegetable broth
1 pound firm tofu, crumbled
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
2 eggs
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon paprika
6 green bell peppers
1 (8 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup wine
1 tablespoon tomato paste

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute onions and 2 cloves of garlic until onions are translucent. Add rice and saute 2 minutes. Stir in vegetable broth, cover and cook until rice is done, about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine tofu, parsley, mushrooms, eggs, bread crumbs, walnuts, Worcestershire, soy sauce, paprika, and cooked rice.
Slice the tops off of the peppers; save tops. Core peppers and stuff with tofu mixture. Replace tops on peppers.
In a shallow baking dish combine tomatoes, wine, tomato paste and remaining garlic. Place peppers in dish and cover.
Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour

Dad's Oyster Dressing

You'll Need:

2 cups wild rice
1/2 pound pork sausage
1 bunch green onions, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 pint oysters, quartered with liquid reserved
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch paprika

Procedures : Cook rice in boiling salted water till tender, about 40 minutes. Drain, and place in shallow pan. Place pan in a 275 degree F(135 degree C) oven to dry out for a few minutes.
Saute pork in skillet over medium heat. Remove pork from pan using a slotted spoon. Drain off all but a couple of tablespoons grease.
Saute onions and celery. Add into this a small amount of oyster water from the can if onions and celery get too dry. Add in oysters with remaining liqueur. Cook 7 - 10 minutes, until oysters curl on edges. Drain this mixture in a colander.
Combine oyster mixture, rice, sausage, chopped parsley, and seasonings to taste.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) till heated through

Mashed Potatoes with Horseradish

You'll Need:

5 potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 tablespoons butter, divided
ground black pepper to taste
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
2 teaspoons minced parsley

Procedures : Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, and mash with 1 tablespoon butter and black pepper. Stir in sour cream, horseradish and parsley. Whip potatoes and place in medium serving bowl.
Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter and pour over potatoes. Serve immediately

Maryanne's Pasta Primavera

You'll Need:


1 cup water
1 cube vegetable bouillon
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
1/2 cup green beans
1 cup peeled and diced potatoes
1 cup peeled and sliced carrots
1/2 cup minced onion
2 tablespoons water
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Procedures : In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente; drain immediately. Keep pasta warm.
Meanwhile in a medium saucepan on high heat, combine the cup of water, vegetable bouillon, tarragon, red pepper and oregano. Bring the mixture to a boil and add the Brussels sprouts, green beans, potatoes, carrots and onion. Turn the stove down to medium heat and let the vegetables cook until tender.
Stir the 2 tablespoons of water into the vegetable mixture and add the sour cream and the flour or cornstarch. Stir well and cook until thickened and bubbly. Serve the vegetable mixture over the warm spaghetti and top with Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste

Mary's Healthier Potatoes

You'll Need:

10 potatoes, peeled
1 cup nonfat sour cream
2 1/2 cups non-fat cottage cheese
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Procedures : Place potatoes in a large pot. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, then drain. When potatoes are cool enough to handle, shred them.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine potatoes, sour cream, cottage cheese, onion, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 minutes

Marrakesh Vegetable Curry

You'll Need:

1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1 medium eggplant, cubed
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
1 onion, chopped
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 tablespoon sea salt
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1/4 cup blanched almonds
1 zucchini, sliced
2 tablespoons raisins
1 cup orange juice
10 ounces spinach

Procedures : In a large Dutch oven place sweet potato, eggplant, peppers, carrots, onion, and three tablespoons oil. Saute over medium heat for 5 minutes.
In a medium saucepan place 3 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, turmeric, curry powder, cinnamon, salt and pepper and saute over medium heat for 3 minutes.
Pour garlic and spice mixture into the Dutch oven with vegetables in it. Add the garbanzo beans, almonds, zucchini, raisins, and orange juice. Simmer 20 minutes, covered.
Add spinach to pot and cook for 5 more minutes. Serve

Marinated Vegetable Salad

You'll Need:

3/4 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 onion, sliced into thin rings
2 cups thinly sliced carrots
1/2 cup chopped celery

Procedures : Combine sugar, celery seeds, black pepper, vinegar, oil, and salt in a screw-top jar. Shake well to mix.
Combine vegetables in large bowl. Pour dressing over vegetables, and stir gently. Cover, and refrigerate several hours or overnight

Marinated Tofu

Marinated Tofu

You'll Need:
1 pound tofu, plain or seasoned
1 (12 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
Procedures : Drain tofu and cut into slices or cubes, depending upon your recipe. Place in a shallow dish, and coat with barbeque sauce. Cover, and refrigerate 3 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook with a small amount of sauce, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides. Return tofu to the baking dish.
Bake in preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes

Marinara Sauce

You'll Need:

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, sliced
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup red wine
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
6 leaves fresh basil leaves, torn

Procedures : Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over low heat and saute garlic for about 2 minutes; be careful not to burn. Just as the garlic begins to turn brown, remove pan from heat. Allow pan to cool, and add tomatoes, wine, water, salt and sugar. Cook over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in basil

Maria's Broccoli Rabe

You'll Need:

1 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Procedures : Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cut an X in the bottom of the stems of the broccoli rabe and place in the boiling water. Cook until tender but still firm, about 5 minutes. Drain.
In a large heavy skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and saute garlic for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the broccoli rabe and saute 10 to 15 minutes, or until desired doneness. Dust with parmesan cheese, if desired

Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes

You'll Need:

2 1/2 sweet potatoes
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons flaked coconut (optional)
1/3 cup chopped pecans

Procedures : Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan with water to cover them. Bring the water to a boil, reduce heat, cover and let simmer 25 to 30 minutes until tender.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Use non-aerosol non stick spray to grease a 8x8 inch baking pan.
When the sweet potatoes are cool, peel and cut them into large chunks. Arrange them in the prepared dish.
In a small saucepan, melt butter, syrup, sugar and coconut together over a low heat. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Sprinkle mixture over sweet potatoes. Top mixture with pecans.
Bake 5 to 7 minutes, until top is lightly browned

Manicotti

You'll Need:

1 pint part-skim ricotta cheese
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
1 teaspoon dried parsley
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
5 1/2 ounces manicotti pasta

Procedures : Cook manicotti in boiling water until done. Drain, and rinse with cold water.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a large bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, and 1/2 cup Parmesan, eggs, parsley, and salt and pepper. Mix well.
Pour 1/2 cup sauce into an 11x17 inch baking dish. Fill each manicotti shell with 3 tablespoons cheese mixture, and arrange over sauce . Pour remaining sauce over top, and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Bake 45 minutes, or until bubbly

Malfatti (Spinach and Ricotta Dumplings)

You'll Need:

2 cups Safeway SELECT Verdi Mushroom and Onion Pasta Sauce
1 (10 ounce) package thawed frozen chopped spinach
1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 cup Safeway SELECT Verdi Shredded Parmesan Cheese, divided
1 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup minced green onions
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
2 Safeway SELECT Organic Large Eggs
1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Freshly ground pepper

Procedures : In a 5- to 6-quart pan, bring about 3 inches of water to boiling over high heat. Pour pasta sauce into a 1- to 2-quart pan and place over low heat, stirring occasionally, until hot; keep warm.
While water heats, place spinach in a colander; press with back of a spoon to remove excess liquid. In a large bowl, mix together the spinach, ricotta, 1/4 cup parmesan, bread crumbs, onions, basil, eggs, garlic, and nutmeg until well blended. Divide mixture into 16 equal portions.
With your hands, form spinach mixture, a portion at a time, into smooth 3-inch-long logs. Roll each log lightly in the flour and place them, slightly apart, on a baking sheet or large plate.
When water boils, reduce heat to a simmer and add logs. Simmer, uncovered, until dumplings look dry in centers (cut to test), about 8 minutes. With a slotted spoon, divide dumplings among 4 wide, individual serving bowls. Spoon warm pasta sauce equally over each serving. Offer additional parmesan and pepper to add to taste

Malaysian Quinoa (Vegetarian)

You'll Need:

1 1/2 cups water, divided
1/2 cup dried soy chunks (textured vegetable protein)
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1 tablespoon canned cream of coconut
1/2 bird's eye chile, seeded and minced
1/2 green onion, diced
1 teaspoon chopped cilantro
1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
salt and pepper to taste

Procedures : Boil 1/2 cup water, and pour into a bowl. Mix in soy chunks. Blend in peanut butter, cream of coconut, chile, green onion, and cilantro. Keep warm while the quinoa cooks.
Bring quinoa and remaining 1 cup water to a boil in a pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15 minutes, until quinoa is fluffy. Stir in the soy chunks and peanut butter sauce, and season with salt and pepper to serve

Easy Gravy

You'll Need:

1 tablespoon pareve margarine
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoons miso paste
2 tablespoons warm water
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Procedures : In a small bowl combine miso and warm water; stir until miso has dissolved.
In a 2 quart saucepan, melt margarine over medium heat. Stir in flour until dissolved. Add vegetable broth, miso mixture, soy sauce and onion powder. Cook, stirring, over medium heat, until thickened

Easy Fried Eggplant

You'll Need:

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 large eggplant, peeled and sliced
3 eggs, beaten
2 cups dry bread crumbs

Procedures : Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dip eggplant slices in egg, then in crumbs, and place in hot oil. Fry 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels

Easy Eggplant Pita

You'll Need:

1 small eggplant, diced
1/4 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 pitas, halved
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup ranch-style salad dressing (optional)

Procedures : Combine eggplant, mushrooms, green bell pepper, onion, garlic powder and olive oil in a skillet and fry until vegetables are gently brown and softened.
Stuff hot vegetable mixture into pita bread pockets. Sprinkle Mozzarella cheese into the pockets. Top the entire sandwich with ranch dressing if you wish

Easy Chocolate Tofu Pie

You'll Need:

1 pound silken tofu
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cider vinegar
1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust

Procedures : Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Blend tofu with an electric mixer or in a food processor until smooth. Blend in cocoa, sugar, vanilla and vinegar. Pour into prepared crust.
Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving

Easy Chili

You'll Need:

1 onion, chopped
5 cloves crushed garlic
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces textured vegetable protein
4 (16 ounce) cans chili beans
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
4 cups water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
salt and pepper to taste
2 teaspoons chili powder

Procedures : In a large saucepan saute onion, garlic, celery and olive oil until onions are soft.
Add to saucepan textured vegetable protein, chili beans, tomatoes, water, sugar, salt and pepper, and chili powder. Stir occasionally, let simmer for 30 minutes. The textured vegetable protein will expand when added to liquid

Easy Baked Tempeh

You'll Need:

2 tablespoons sunflower seed oil
2 tablespoons brewers' yeast
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried chives
2 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) package tempeh, cut into 1/2 inch squares

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a bowl, stir together the oil, brewer's yeast, oregano, chives, marjoram, coriander, and salt until well mixed. Add cubed tempeh, and toss to coat. (More oil may be needed to coat tempeh completely.) Spread tempeh in a single layer onto a lightly oiled cookie sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve warm, and enjoy

Easy Arroz con Gandules

You'll Need:

2 green bell peppers, diced
1 onion, chopped
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (.25 ounce) package Spanish seasoning
3 cups uncooked brown rice
2 (15 ounce) cans pigeon peas, drained
6 cups boiling water

Procedures : Place green peppers, onion, garlic and cilantro in a blender or food processor, puree. This mixture is called soffrito, it is your seasoning base. It can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or frozen for up to 6 months.
Place 3 tablespoons olive oil and 6 tablespoons soffrito in an 8 quart saucepan. Cook for 3 or 4 minutes to release oils.
Pour one can of tomato sauce and the Spanish seasoning packet into the saucepan, mix well. Add 3 cups rice to the mixture and stir until the rice is coated.
Stir pigeon peas into the mixture and add boiling water. Cover the pot with aluminum foil and a pot lid. Reduce heat to simmer and cook 45 minutes or until rice is tender

Dulcia Domestica

You'll Need:

12 pitted dates
1/4 cup chopped, toasted pine nuts
3 tablespoons red wine
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
1/4 cup honey

Procedures : Stuff dates with chopped nuts: the nuts are inserted into the space left by the pit.
Place dates in a small pan. Sprinkle with pepper if desired. Add wine, then drizzle honey over dates. Cook over medium heat until the skins begin to peel off the fruit. Transfer dates to a serving dish, and allow to cool slightly before serving

Double Crust Bean Pie

You'll Need:

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1/3 cup salsa
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (9 inch) unbaked 9 inch pie crusts
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Procedures : Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion and green pepper until tender. Sir in beans, salsa, red bell pepper, chili powder, cayenne and black pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
Spoon half of the mixture into one of the pie crusts and cover with half of the cheese. Repeat with remaining beans and cheese. Top with remaining crust.
Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour

Dolmathes

You'll Need:

1 cup olive oil, divided
1 1/2 pounds onions, chopped
1 3/4 cups uncooked white rice
2 lemons, juiced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 (8 ounce) jar grape leaves, drained and rinsed

Procedures : Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute onions until tender. Stir in rice and brown slightly. Add 3 1/2 cups water, and half of the lemon juice. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Stir in dill, parsley and pine nuts.
Remove stems from grape leaves and place 1 tablespoon of rice mixture in the center. Fold in the sides and roll tightly. Place, folded side down, in a baking dish and cover with remaining olive oil, lemon juice and enough water to cover 1/2 of the dolmathas.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes

Dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves)

You'll Need:

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 onions, minced
1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons dried currants
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon dried mint
1 tablespoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (8 ounce) jar grape leaves, drained and rinsed

Procedures : Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onions until tender. Stir in rice and hot water to cover. Cover and simmer until rice is half cooked, about 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in tomato paste, currants, pine nuts, cinnamon, mint leaves, dill weed, allspice and cumin. Let mixture cool.
Prepare a large pot by placing an inverted plate on the bottom; this protects the dolmas from direct heat when steaming.
Rinse grape leaves in warm water; drain and cut off any stems. Place about 1 teaspoon of the cooled rice mixture in the center of a leaf. Fold in the sides and then roll into a cigar shape. Place in prepared pot. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Pour in just enough warm water to reach the bottom of the first layer of dolmas. Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 to 45 minutes, or until rice is totally cooked. Check the water level often and add more as necessary

Dirty Rice

You'll Need:

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chopped onion
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons annatto or achiote powder (optional)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/3 cups uncooked white rice
2 3/4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
3 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 1/3 cups whole corn kernels, blanched
1 cup black beans, cooked and drained
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
freshly ground black pepper
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, cut into wedges
2 teaspoons annatto powder

Procedures : In a heavy saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and the chopped onions; saute for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Mix in the bell pepper, chili powder, ground annatto, chili flakes, cumin, and cinnamon. Saute for 2 minutes.
Pour the rice into the saucepan and stir to coat. Add the water and 1 teaspoon salt, and bring the rice to a boil over high heat. Cover the pan and turn the heat to low. Simmer the rice for 25 minutes.
When the rice is cooked, mix in tomatoes, corn, black beans, and pine nuts. Stir in salt, pepper and lime juice. When the mixture is heated through, spoon it onto plates and top with the sliced red onion and cilantro. Serve a wedge or two of lime with each plate to squeeze over the rice

Dilled Green Beans

You'll Need:

2 quarts water
2 pounds fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons mustard seed
2 teaspoons dried dill weed
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dill seed
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups distilled white vinegar
2/3 cup white sugar
2 cups water

Procedures : Bring 2 quarts of water to boil. Add green beans and boil for 5 minutes or until beans are just tender. Plunge the beans in cold water to set their color, drain well.
In a large bowl combine salt, mustard seed, dill weed, chiles, dill seed and garlic. Mix. Add cooled beans to the bowl and stir.
In a small saucepan bring 2 cups water, vinegar, sugar and salt (to taste) to boil. Pour this mixture over the beans and spices. Mix well.
Chill the beans in an airtight container at least overnight before eating. The beans are best if given a week to marinate refrigerated before eating

Deviled Eggless Salad

You'll Need:

1 cup non-fat cottage cheese
2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
1 (8 ounce) container firm tofu
5 green onions, minced

Procedures : In a food processor or blender combine cottage cheese, mayonnaise, yogurt, mustard, soy sauce, turmeric, Worcestershire sauce and vinegar. Process until well blended. Add tofu and pulse a few times, maintaining a bit of texture. Stir in green onions. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow flavors to meld

Delmonico Potatoes

You'll Need:

5 large potatoes
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced onion
3/8 cup butter
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup shredded processed cheese

Procedures : Bring a large pot of salted water to boil, place potatoes in the boiling water. Let potatoes cook until they are just becoming tender, approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Refrigerate the potatoes overnight.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Grate the potatoes. In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon parsley, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1 tablespoon minced onion, and 1/2 of the butter or margarine. In a separate small bowl, combine sour cream and milk.
Layer 1/2 of the grated potatoes into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the dried spice mixture over the layer of potatoes. Pour 1/2 of the sour cream and milk mixture over the potatoes and butter layers. Top this layer with 1/2 cup of processed cheese spread. Repeat the layering process one more time.
Bake the casserole for one hour

Deliciously Organic Carrot Spread

You'll Need:

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 1/2 cups chopped carrots
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup soy milk
1/2 cup filtered or spring water
1 tablespoon miso paste
1/2 cup roasted cashews
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 1/2 tablespoons real maple syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder

Procedures : Heat canola oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Cook carrots and onion, stirring occasionally, until carrots are tender and onions are translucent. Do not allow the onions to brown. Add water, and bring to a boil. Cover, and simmer for 15 minutes; set aside to cool.
When mixture is cool enough to process safely, transfer to a blender or food processor. Add soy milk, water, miso paste, cashews, salt, maple syrup, and Chinese five-spice powder. Blend until smooth. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to use

Delicious Black Bean Burritos

You'll Need:

2 (10 inch) flour tortillas
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon minced jalapeno peppers
3 ounces cream cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Procedures : Wrap tortillas in foil and place in oven heated to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake for 15 minutes or until heated through.
Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Place onion, bell pepper, garlic and jalapenos in skillet, cook for 2 minutes stirring occasionally. Pour beans into skillet, cook 3 minutes stirring.
Cut cream cheese into cubes and add to skillet with salt. Cook for 2 minutes stirring occasionally. Stir cilantro into mixture.
Spoon mixture evenly down center of warmed tortilla and roll tortillas up. Serve immediately

Delicata Delish

You'll Need:

1 large delicata squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
3 tablespoons butter, divided
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 cups water
2 shallots, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/3 cup pine nuts

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Arrange the squash halves cut side up in a baking dish. Fill dish with about 1/4 inch water. Place 1 tablespoon butter on each half, and season halves with salt and pepper. Cover dish, and bake squash 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until very tender.
Place quinoa in a pot with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15 minutes.
Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in shallots and garlic, and cook until tender. Stir in pine nuts, and cook until golden. Gently mix into the pot with the cooked quinoa.
Cut the squash halves in half, and fill each quarter with the quinoa mixture. Serve each stuffed squash quarter on a bed of the remaining quinoa mixture

Delectable Carrot Fritters

You'll Need:

2 3/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
6 tablespoons shallots, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons baking powder
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
6 cups grated carrots
2 cups vegetable oil for frying
1 cup bearnaise sauce

Procedures : In a large bowl, combine flour, milk, shallots, parsley, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Gently fold in the carrots; be careful not to overmix. Cover, and refrigerate for 3 hours.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep fat fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lower the batter by heaping tablespoonful into the hot oil. Do not crowd the fritters, fry only a few at a time. Fry until fritters are golden brown, about 10 to 12 minutes. Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain well on paper towels. Serve immediately with Bearnaise sauce

Dee's Mexican Rice

You'll Need:

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander seed
2 teaspoons paprika
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 pinch cayenne pepper
3 green onions
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup pre-cooked corn kernels
2 small tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup ketchup
2 cups cooked rice
salt to taste

Procedures : Heat oil in a wok-style pan with turmeric, garlic powder, cumin, coriander, paprika, chili flakes, and cayenne pepper. Add the green onions and the green peppers; saute 1 to 2 minutes over medium-high heat.
Add corn and tomatoes and saute until tomatoes release their juices. Add ketchup and stir until mixed.
Add rice and stir until heated thoroughly. Salt to taste

Paneer

You'll Need:

1 gallon milk
1 quart buttermilk
1 cup canola oil for frying

Procedures : Pour the gallon of milk into a large pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Watch carefully, as it will boil over almost as soon as it starts to boil. As the milk begins to boil, pour the buttermilk into the pot in a steady stream while stirring constantly. The milk will separate into curd and water.
Place a cheesecloth into a colander, and pour the milk mixture through it. Reserve some of the liquid for later. Let the milk mixture sit in the colander for a couple of hours, or until it stops dripping.
After the curds are strained and settled, transfer them to a food processor. Process until smooth. It should be able to form a ball if it is the right consistency. If it is too dry, add a little of the reserved liquid and process again. The consistency should be like a firm ricotta cheese.
Turn the cheese out onto a clean surface, and knead until smooth. Form into a ball, and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate until needed.
To cook the paneer, heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Cut the paneer into bite size pieces. Fry for about 1 minute, or until a very pale golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Add to your favorite curry or dish

Easy Cheese and Garlic Scones

You'll Need:

2 cups self-rising flour
2 tablespoons butter
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup milk

Procedures : Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
In a large bowl, sift together flour and salt. Rub in butter lightly with finger tips until mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Stir in cheese and garlic. Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk, reserving 1 teaspoon for a glazing the scones. Gently mix, just until combined.
Turn out onto a lightly floured board and knead briefly and lightly. Be careful not to overwork the dough. Press out dough to form a 1 inch thick round. Cut into 8 wedges. Place on prepared tray and brush with reserved milk.
Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 20 minutes, or until light brown. Serve hot or let cool on a wire rac

Easy Cheddar Biscuits with Fresh Herbs

You'll Need:

2 1/4 cups all-purpose baking mix
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/3 cup milk
1 egg, lightly beaten

Procedures : Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
In a medium bowl, stir together baking mix, cheese, and rosemary.
In a separate bowl, stir together sour cream, mustard, and milk. Stir wet mixture into dry mixture until well combined. Drop dough in 2-inch rounds onto a baking sheet. Brush tops with beaten egg.
Bake in preheated oven 12 to 15 minutes. Serve warm

Easy Biscuits

You'll Need:

2 1/4 cups self-rising flour
3/4 cup shortening
1 cup milk

Procedures : Combine and mix ingredients together. Pour out on floured waxed paper. Pat the dough out with your hands until dough is not sticky (add a little flour if necessary). Fold double. Cut biscuits with a biscuit cutter.
Bake on a cookie sheet at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 20-25 minutes

Easy Biscuit Mixture

You'll Need:

10 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking powder
1/4 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups shortening

Procedures : In a large bowl mix together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Store in an airtight container for up to 6 weeks

Easy Beer Bread Mix

You'll Need:

2 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 (12 fluid ounce) can beer
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted

Procedures : Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch baking pan.
In a bowl, mix the self-rising flour, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Pour in the beer, and mix just until moistened. Transfer to the prepared baking pan. Top with the melted butter.
Bake 45 to 55 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack

Easiest Focaccia Recipe

You'll Need:

1 teaspoon white sugar
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1/3 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt

Procedures : n a small bowl, dissolve sugar and yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with flour; stir well to combine. Stir in additional water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until all of the flour is absorbed. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly for about 1 minute.
Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
Deflate the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface; knead briefly. Pat or roll the dough into a sheet and place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Brush the dough with oil and sprinkle with salt.
Bake focaccia in preheated oven for 10 to 20 minutes, depending on desired crispness. If you like it moist and fluffy, then you'll have to wait just about 10 minutes. If you like it crunchier and darker in the outside, you may have to wait 20 minutes

Dumplings

You'll Need:

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon margarine
1/2 cup milk

Procedures : Stir together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in medium size bowl. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in milk to make a soft dough.
Drop by spoonfuls into boiling stew. Cover and simmer 15 minutes without lifting lid. Serve.
To make parsley dumplings, add 1 tablespoon parsley flakes to the dry ingredients

Dried-Cranberry Spice Bread

You'll Need:

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup white sugar
1/4 cup cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/3 cup light molasses
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 eggs
cooking spray

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Combine first 9 ingredients in a large bowl. Stir in dried cranberries, and make a well in center of mixture. Combine buttermilk, molasses, oil, and eggs in a bowl, and stir well with a whisk. Add the buttermilk mixture to the flour mixture, stirring just until moist. Spoon batter into a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan coated with cooking spray.
Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes in pan on a wire rack, and remove from pan. Cool completely on wire rack

Dr. Michael's Yeasted Cornbread

You'll Need:

3 1/2 cups bread flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons white sugar
3 tablespoons shortening
1 cup milk
1/8 cup water
1 egg
2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast

Procedures : Place the ingredients in the bread machine pan in the order suggested by the manufacturer.
Select the Basic or White Bread setting, and start the machine. Transfer the bread from the pan to a rack to cool. Wrap in foil to store

Downeast Maine Pumpkin Bread

You'll Need:

1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
4 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
2/3 cup water
3 cups white sugar
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 7x3 inch loaf pans.
In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, water and sugar until well blended. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and ginger. Stir the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just blended. Pour into the prepared pans.
Bake for about 50 minutes in the preheated oven. Loaves are done when toothpick inserted in center comes out clean

Doughnut Muffins

You'll Need:

1/3 cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Procedures : Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
In a large bowl, cream together shortening and 1 cup sugar; beat in egg. Stir together flour, baking powder, salt and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Stir flour into egg mixture alternately with milk. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups.
Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into center of a muffin comes out clean. While muffins bake, combine 1/2 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Remove muffins from pan and let cool for 5 minutes. While muffins are still warm, roll tops of muffins in cinnamon sugar mixture

Dough Art Basket

You'll Need:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup salt
1 cup water
1 egg white, beaten

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Mix in water, stirring constantly, until the dough pulls together. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and firm, about 7 to 10 minutes.
Invert a medium sized mixing bowl and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Turn up the edge of the foil to make a shelf around the outer rim of the bowl. Roll a piece of dough out to 1/2 inch thickness and cut out a 3 inch circle. Place this circle on top of the inverted bowl to form the base of the basket.
Roll dough out into long ropes. Braid the ropes together and coil them around the mixing bowl starting at the circle. Wet the dough slightly where you want it to stick together. To make a smooth transition from one braid to the next, snip the ends off square and press together with a bit of water. Stick each new row to the one before it. Continue until the bowl is completely wrapped in dough. When you reach the top of the bowl, finish it off by wrapping a single rope of dough around the rim. Brush the basket with egg white.
Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until basket is firm. Remove from oven, slip basket off of the bowl and bake until hard and golden, this takes about 30 to 40 minutes depending on the thickness of the basket

Double Quick Dinner Rolls

You'll Need:

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1/4 cup dry potato flakes
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

Procedures : In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add potato flakes, sugar, salt, egg, vegetable oil, onion powder, and 1cup of the flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in remaining flour. Continue stirring until smooth, scraping batter from sides of bowl.
Cover and let dough rise in warm place until doubled, about 20 to 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease 12 muffin cups.
Punch down dough. Spoon dough into 12 greased muffin cups, filling each half full. Let rise until batter reaches tops of cups, or about 20 minutes.
Bake in a preheated 400 degree F(200 degrees C) for 15 minutes. Serve immediately

Donna's Chocolate Zucchini Bread

You'll Need:

3 eggs
2 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup chopped almonds
2 cups grated zucchini

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9 x 5 inch loaf pans well.
Sift together flour, salt, cinnamon, baking powder, and soda.
In a large bowl, beat eggs until lemon colored; beat in sugar and oil. Stir in vanilla, zucchini, and cooled chocolate. Mix dry ingredients into zucchini mixture. Stir in the chopped almonds. Pour batter into prepared pans.
Bake for 60 minutes, or until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans 15 to 20 minutes, then flip onto racks to finish cooling

Dizzy Pineapple Bread

You'll Need:

1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks
2 3/4 cups self-rising flour
1/3 cup white sugar
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9x5 inch baking pan.
Combine the pineapple flour, sugar and beer. Do not overmix! Pour batter into the prepared pan.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 1 hour or until bread tests done

Dilly Cheese Wheat Bread`

You'll Need:

2/3 cup milk
1/2 cup hot water
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon dried dill weed
1 cup whole wheat flour
2 cups bread flour
2 teaspoons bread machine yeast
1/2 cup grated Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Asiago or Parmesan cheese

Procedures : Place ingredients in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Select the white bread light crust setting; press Start. If your machine has a Fruit setting, add the Cheddar and Asiago cheeses at the signal, or about 5 minutes before the kneading cycle has finished

Dilly Bread

You'll Need:

1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water
1 pinch white sugar
1 cup cottage cheese
1 tablespoon margarine
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons dill seed
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 egg
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon margarine, melted
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Procedures : Stir the yeast into the warm water, and add a pinch of sugar. Set aside to proof.
In a large saucepan, warm the cottage cheese and margarine until the fat is melted. Remove from heat, and add sugar, onion flakes, dill seed, salt, and soda. Mix in egg and dissolved yeast. Stir in flour for a stiff dough. Place dough in a greased bowl, and turn several times to thoroughly coat. Let rise until double in size in a warm place, usually 50 to 60 minutes.
Stir the dough until it is deflated. Place into an 8 inch round, buttered 2 quart casserole. Let rise 30 to 40 minutes in a warm place.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 to 50 minutes until golden brown. Brush top with melted margarine. Sprinkle lightly with salt

Dill Pickle Bread

You'll Need:

1 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1 dill pickle, chopped
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 1/8 cups bread flour
2 teaspoons active dry yeast

Procedures : Place ingredients in the pan of the bread machine in the order suggested by the manufacturer.
Use the white bread, medium crust setting

Diabetic Friendly Blueberry Muffins

You'll Need:

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons granulated sugar substitute (such as Sugar Twin)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed and drained
3/4 cup fat-free milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cooking spray

Procedures : Combine first 6 ingredients in a medium bowl; add blueberries, and toss to coat. Make a well in center of flour mixture. Combine milk and next 5 ingredients; add to flour mixture, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened.
Spoon batter into muffin pans coated with cooking spray, filling two-thirds full. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden. Remove muffins from pans immediately, and cool on wire racks

Deluxe Waffles

You'll Need:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons white sugar
4 egg yolks
4 egg whites
1 1/4 cups milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Procedures : In a large bowl sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Make a well in the center of the bowl.
In a separate bowl, mix together the egg yolks, milk, and oil. Pour into well of flour mixture and stir well. Stir just until ingredients are moistened.
In a small bowl beat egg whites until stiff. Fold into batter.
Cook batter in waffle iron

Delightful Apple Spice Muffins

You'll Need:

1/2 cup margarine
2/3 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup applesauce

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degree F (175 degrees C). Line a mini muffin pan with paper liners.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter or margarine and sugar. Add eggs, and beat until smooth. Blend in cinnamon, allspice, baking powder, and baking soda. Alternately add in a half cup of applesauce, one cup of flour, remaining applesauce, and remaining flour. Stir until just blended together. Pour batter into muffin cups 2/3's of the way full.
Bake in preheated 350 degree F (175 degrees C) oven for 17 minutes

Delicious Rosemary Bread

You'll Need:

1 tablespoon white sugar
1 cup warm water
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons rosemary
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3 cups bread flour
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 egg, beaten (optional)

Procedures : Dissolve the sugar in warm water in a medium bowl, and mix in the yeast. When yeast is bubbly, mix in salt, butter, 1 tablespoon rosemary, and Italian seasoning. Mix in 2 cups flour. Gradually add remaining flour to form a workable dough, and knead 10 to 12 minutes.
Coat the inside of a large bowl with olive oil. Place dough in bowl, cover, and allow to rise 1 hour in a warm location.
Punch down dough, and divide in half. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly grease paper. Shape dough into 2 round loaves, and place on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with remaining rosemary. Cover, and allow to rise 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Brush loaves with egg. Bake 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown

Delicious Pumpkin Bread

You'll Need:

3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups solid pack pumpkin puree
1 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cups white sugar
2/3 cup water
4 eggs

Procedures : Grease and flour three 7 x 3 inch pans. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Measure flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and spices into a large bowl. Stir to blend. Add pumpkin, water, salad oil, eggs, and nuts. Beat until well combined. Pour batter into prepared pans.
Bake for approximately 1 hour

Delicious Raisin Nut Banana Bread

You'll Need:

2 cups raisin nut bran cereal
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed ripe banana
1/2 cup white sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 egg

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease the bottom of a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
In a bowl, combine the raisin nut bran cereal and milk; let stand for 5 minutes.
In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a separate bowl, beat together mashed banana, sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil and egg. Combine the cereal and banana mixtures. Stir in the flour mixture just until combined. Pour batter into prepared pan.
Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of loaf comes out clean. Let cool before slicing

Delicious Damper

You'll Need:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup milk

Procedures : Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
In a large bowl, sift together flour, salt and baking powder. Stir in milk until a soft dough forms. Form into a round and place on an ungreased baking sheet.
Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove loaf from oven, cut in half and continue baking for 10 more minutes. Place on a wire rack to cool before serving

Delicious Bread

You'll Need:

1/2 cup butter, melted and cooled
1 egg
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 (1 pound) loaf frozen bread dough, thawed

Procedures : In a bowl, combine cooled butter, egg, garlic salt and dried parsley. Pull off walnut size pieces of dough. Dip the bread pieces in the butter mixture and place in a lightly greased Bundt cake pan. When all of the bread dough has been placed in the pan, pour the remaining butter mixture over the top of the dough.
Cover pan and put in a warm place until bread pieces have doubled in size. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, until browned. Serve warm

Deep-Dish Pizza Dough

You'll Need:

1 teaspoon sugar
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (105 degrees to 115 degrees)
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetable cooking spray
2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal

Procedures : Combine first 3 ingredients in a small bowl, and let stand 5 minutes. Position knife blade in food processor bowl; add flour, 1/2 cup cornmeal, and salt, and pulse 2 times or until blended. With processor running, slowly add yeast mixture and oil through food chute, and process until dough forms a ball. Process 1 additional minute.
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface; knead lightly 4 or 5 times. Place dough in a large bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat top. Cover dough, and let rise in a warm place (85 degrees), free from drafts, 45 minutes or until doubled in bulk.
Punch dough down; cover and let rest 5 minutes. Divide dough in half; roll each half into an 11-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. Coat 2 (9-inch) round cake pans with cooking spray, and sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon cornmeal. Place dough in prepared pans; press dough up sides of pans. Cover and let rise 20 minutes or until puffy. Top and bake according to recipe directions

Dee's Health Bread

You'll Need:

1/2 cup warm water
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 tablespoons active dry yeast
3 1/2 cups warm water
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup molasses
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup flax seed
1/4 cup cracked wheat
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
4 teaspoons salt
7 cups whole wheat flour
4 cups bread flour

Procedures : Proof yeast. In a large mixing bowl add second amount of warm water, honey, molasses, oil, eggs and lemon juice. Mix well. Add yeast mixture and stir.
Gradually add 5 cups whole wheat flour beating well after each addition. Add the flax, cracked wheat and sunflower seeds, stir well.
Let stand for 20 minutes, until mixture is very light. Stir in salt and the rest of the flours until dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
Knead 10 to 15 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic. Put into a greased bowl and cover, let rise in the oven with light on until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch down and shape into 6 round balls. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
Form into loaves and let rise covered in oven until doubled. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) 25-35 minutes

Date Orange Bread

You'll Need:

1 egg
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons grated orange zest
2/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/3 cup boiling water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup dates, pitted and chopped

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
Beat egg slightly. Add butter and sugar. Beat smooth. Zest one orange; set 1 tablespoon zest aside. Juice 2 oranges. Place juice in a 1 cup measure and add boiling water to fill the cup. Stir zest, juice and vanilla into batter.
In another bowl, put flour, baking powder, soda, and salt. Stir in walnuts and dates. Pour over batter. Stir to moisten. Spoon into greased 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
Bake in 350 degree F (175 degree C) oven for 1 hour until it tests done. Cool 10 minutes. Remove from pan. Finish cooling and wrap

Date Nut Bread

You'll Need:

1 1/2 cups dates, pitted and chopped
2 1/4 cups boiling water
3 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 cups white sugar
3 tablespoons margarine
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Procedures : Combine baking soda with the boiling water. Soak the dates in the water and baking soda solution for 30 minutes.
Cream sugar and butter together. Add eggs, vanilla, dates, nuts, flour, and salt.
Divide batter equally between two 9 x 5 (or 8 1/2 x 4 1/2) inch greased loaf pans. Bake 1 hour at 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) (or until loaf tests done). Can be frozen when cool

Date Oat Muffins

You'll Need:

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup milk
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 egg whites
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup applesauce
1/2 cup chopped pitted dates

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a muffin pan or line with paper muffin liners.
In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir in the oats, milk, sugar, egg whites, butter, applesauce and dates; mix just to combine. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean

Date and Nut Bread

You'll Need:

1 cup water
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup rolled oats
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups bread flour
1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup dates, pitted and chopped
1/2 cup chopped almonds

Procedures : Place ingredients into the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Select Fruit Bread setting, and Start. The dates and nuts can be added at the very beginning for better distribution, or added after the beep

Dark Rye Bread

You'll Need:

2 (1 pound) loaves frozen bread dough, thawed
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 onion, finely diced
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

Procedures : Thaw frozen bread dough loaves until they can be cut into 1 inch cubes.
Toss bread cubes with the grated sharp cheddar cheese, diced onion, olive oil and Italian spices. Place in a 9x9 inch square baking pan. Let sit and rise in a warm place until bread has doubled in size.
Bake bread in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and all cheese is melted

Darbey Bread

You'll Need:

2 (1 pound) loaves frozen bread dough, thawed
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 onion, finely diced
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

Procedures : Thaw frozen bread dough loaves until they can be cut into 1 inch cubes.
Toss bread cubes with the grated sharp cheddar cheese, diced onion, olive oil and Italian spices. Place in a 9x9 inch square baking pan. Let sit and rise in a warm place until bread has doubled in size.
Bake bread in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and all cheese is melted

Danish Rye Bread

You'll Need:

1 cup warm water
1 tablespoon yeast
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 cup rye flour

1 teaspoon yeast
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/2 cup warm water
1 cup rye flour

1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 cup warm water
2 cups rye flour
1 cup sifted all-purpose flour (optional)

Procedures : In a large bowl, combine 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon yeast, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 cup rye flour. Cover batter with a damp cloth, and place in a warm, draft-free spot.
In the evening, mix in 1 teaspoon yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 cup warm water, and 1 cup rye flour. Cover again, and set aside overnight.
In the morning, mix in 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and 1 cup warm water. Gradually mix in 2 cups rye flour and 1 cup of all-purpose flour (if using). When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes. Form into a loaf, and place on a baking sheet. Allow to rise for about 40 minutes.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the bottom of the loaf sounds hollow when tapped

Danish Pastry

You'll Need:

2 cups unsalted butter, softened
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons salt
4 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
8 cups all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon almond extract

Procedures : In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and 2/3 cup of flour. Divide into 2 equal parts, and roll each half between 2 pieces of waxed paper into a 6 x12 inch sheet. Refrigerate.
In a large bowl, mix together the dry yeast and 3 cups of the remaining flour. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, sugar and salt. Heat to 115 degrees F (43 degrees C), or just warm, but not hot to the touch. Mix the warm milk mixture into the flour and yeast along with the eggs, and lemon and almond extracts. Stir for 3 minutes. Knead in the remaining flour 1/2 cup at a time until the dough is firm and pliable. Set aside to rest until double in size.
Cut the dough in half, and roll each half out to a 14 inch square. Place one sheet of the cold butter onto each piece of dough, and fold the dough over it like the cover of a book. Seal edges by pressing with fingers. Roll each piece out to a 20x 12 inch rectangle, then fold into thirds by folding the long sides in over the center. Repeat rolling into a large rectangle, and folding into thirds. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Remove from the refrigerator one at a time, and roll and fold each piece two more times. Return to the refrigerator to chill again before shaping. If the butter gets too warm, the dough will become difficult to manage.
To make danishes, roll the dough out to 1/4 inch thickness. The dough can be cut into squares, with a filling placed in the center. Fold 2 of the corners over the center to form a filled diamond shape. Or, fold the piece in half, cut into 1 inch strips, stretch, twist and roll into a spiral. Place a dollop of preserves or other filling in the center. Place danishes on an ungreased baking sheet, and let rise until doubled. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C). Danishes can be brushed with egg white for a shiny finish.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the bottoms are golden brown

Dad's Orange Cardamom Breakfast Rolls

You'll Need:

1 large orange
1/3 cup honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups bread flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons bread machine yeast
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1 teaspoon ground cardamom

Procedures : Zest the orange; set zest aside. Peal and seed orange; cut orange fruit into chunks. Combine zest and fruit in a blender and puree. Pour orange pulp into bread machine pan.
Add honey, oil, white flour, wheat flour, salt, and yeast to the orange pulp. Select dough setting, and start the bread machine. Adjust consistency with orange juice or flour as needed to achieve a soft pliable dough.
When dough cycle is complete divide dough into 2 or 3 pieces. Roll out to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Sprinkle with brown sugar, cardamom, and dried cranberries. Roll up dough with goodies inside, and slice 1 to 2 inches thick. Place rolls in a baking pan coated with non-stick spray. Allow enough room between the rolls so that they rise properly. Let rise in a warm spot for approximately 1 hour.
Bake in a preheated 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from pan, and place on wire rack. Serve warm

Gefilte Fish

You'll Need:

1 1/2 pounds salmon fillets
1 1/2 pounds red snapper fillets
1 pound black cod fillets
1 pound ling cod fillets
2 1/2 large onion
4 carrot
5 eggs
1 1/2 tablespoons white sugar
4 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons ground white pepper
3/4 cup matzo meal
3/4 cup ice water

2 onion
2 carrots
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup white sugar

Procedures : Grind the fish, 2 1/2 onions and 4 carrots together. Place fish mixture in a wooden bowl. Using a hand chopper, add eggs one at a time. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar, 4 teaspoons salt and white pepper and continue to chop until very well blended. Stir in the ice water a little at a time throughout this process. Add matzo meal and chop again. Check to see if mixture is thick enough to bind together to make an oval gefilte fish ball and if not add in more matzo meal.
Meanwhile, fill two large heavy stock pots half full of water . Into each pot slice one raw onion and one sliced carrot. Add fish skins, if desired. Sprinkle in paprika, salt, black pepper and two tablespoons of sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat and let boil for 10 minutes.
With wet hands shape the fish balls and carefully drop into boiling stock. Cover slightly and cook over medium-low heat for 2 hours. When done, let fish sit in the pot for 10 minutes, then remove pieces carefully to containers and strain remaining stock over fish balls, just barely covering them. Chill and serve. They will now keep in the refrigerator for up to 6 days

Galette des Rois

You'll Need:

1/4 cup almond paste
1/4 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt
1 (17.25 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 dry kidney bean
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar for dusting

Procedures : Place the almond paste into a food processor or blender with about half of the sugar, and process until well blended. Add the butter and remaining sugar using and process until smooth, then blend in 1 egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, flour and salt. Set aside.
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Butter a baking sheet or line with parchment paper, and set aside.
Roll out one sheet of the puff pastry into an 11 inch square. Keep the pastry cool, do not knead or stretch. Use a large pie plate, cake pan or frying pan to trace an 11 inch circle onto the dough using the tip of a small knife. Place the circle of pastry onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the second sheet of pastry. Refrigerate both sheets.
Mound the almond filling onto the center of the pastry that is on the baking sheet. Leave about 1 1/2 inch margin at the edges. Press the bean or feve down into the filling. Place the second sheet of pastry on top, and press down the edges to seal. Beat the remaining egg with a fork, and lightly brush onto the top of the gallette. Use a knife to make a criss cross pattern in the egg wash, and then prick several small slits in the top to vent steam while baking.
Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Do not open the oven until the time is up, as the pastry will not fully puff. Remove from the oven, and dust with confectioners' sugar. Return to the oven, and cook for an additional 12 to 15 minutes, or until the top is a deep golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
Lay a golden paper crown gently on top of the cake. This will be used to crown the person who finds the bean or feve. Serve warm or cold. Make sure to tell everyone about the bean or feve

Fudge Truffle Cheesecake

You'll Need:

1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/3 cup butter, softened
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Procedures : Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
In a large mixing bowl, mix together crushed vanilla wafers, confectioners' sugar, cocoa, and butter or margarine by hand. Press ingredients into a 9 inch springform pan.
In the top of a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips, making sure that they are very smooth.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy with an electric mixer. Gradually beat in condensed milk until smooth. Mix in melted chocolate, eggs, and vanilla. Beat with electric mixer on low speed until the ingredients are thoroughly blended. Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
Bake at 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) for 55 minutes. The cake will seem underbaked in the center, but will continue to cook after you remove it from the oven

Frosty Strawberry Squares

You'll Need:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup melted butter
2 1/2 cups strawberries, finely chopped
1/2 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
To make the crust: combine flour, nuts, and brown sugar. Add melted butter, tossing to combine the ingredients. Spread the mixture in a 9x13 inch pan.
Bake the crust at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until lightly browned. Remove from pan and set aside to cool. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups crust mixture in a 9x13 inch pan. Reserve the remaining crust mixture.
Filling: In large bowl combine strawberries, sugar and lemon juice. Fold whipped topping into the mixture. Carefully spoon filling over the crust mixture. Sprinkle the remaining crust mixture on top. Cover and freeze for 6 hours or until firm. (You will need the full 6 hours)

French Stuffing

You'll Need:

1 pound lean ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1 onion, chopped
3 potatoes, peeled and diced
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
1 pinch brown sugar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon butter
salt and pepper to taste

Procedures : In a large skillet over medium heat, cook beef and pork until brown. Stir in onion, potatoes, cinnamon, nutmeg, poultry seasoning, brown sugar and water. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes. Stir in flour, butter, salt and pepper until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes

Fig Duff

You'll Need:

2 cups bread crumbs
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup milk
4 eggs, beaten
2/3 cup white sugar
2 pounds dried figs, quartered
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Procedures : In a large bowl, stir together the bread crumbs, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Cut the butter into the crumb mixture using a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture is coarse and crumbly. Butter lumps should be no larger than peas. Mix in the milk, eggs and sugar until well blended, then stir in figs and pecans. Cover, and let stand for 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Grease a large pudding mold. Give the batter another stir before transferring to the prepared pudding mold. Place the mold into another larger baking dish, place the pudding mold and dish into the oven, then fill the outer dish with at least 1 inch of water.
Steam for 4 hours in the preheated oven, or until the pudding is firm. Cool slightly before removing from the mold. Best served with a lemon hard sauce

Fourth of July Potato Salad

You'll Need:

3 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup chopped onion
3 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped

Procedures : Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the potatoes and let cook until tender. While the potatoes cook, in a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt and pepper. Drain the potatoes, stir them into the vinegar mixture and let them marinate for 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream and heavy cream. Fold this creamy mixture into the potato mixture along with the onions and hard-cooked eggs. Cover and chill before serving if you wish. (This salad keeps for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Four Seasons Enchiladas

You'll Need:

1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers, drained
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups chopped cooked turkey
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, undrained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
In a medium bowl, mix chile peppers, cream cheese, and cumin. Stir in chopped turkey.
Place the tortillas in a microwave oven. Heat for 1 minute, or until the tortillas are softened. Spread about 2 heaping tablespoons of the chile pepper mixture on each tortilla, and roll up. Place the rolled tortillas, seam-side down, in single layer in the prepared baking dish.
In a medium bowl, combine the salsa and beans. Spoon the mixture over the enchiladas. Sprinkle the top with cheese.
Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bubbly and lightly browned

Festive Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies (Cookie Mix)

You'll Need:

1 (1 pound 1.5 ounce) pouch Betty Crocker? Peanut Butter Cookie mix
1 tablespoon water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 egg
Sugar
36 Kisses? milk chocolates, unwrapped
Betty Crocker? white decorating gel
Assorted holiday candy sprinkles
Betty Crocker? red decorating icing

Procedures : Heat oven to 375 degrees F. In medium bowl, stir cookie mix, water, oil and egg until dough forms.
Shape dough into thirty-six 1-inch balls; roll in sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until light golden brown. Immediately press 1 chocolate in center of each cookie. Remove from cookie sheets. Cool completely, about 20 minutes. Decorate as desired using remaining ingredients

Fereni Starch Pudding

You'll Need:

2/3 cup cornstarch
2 cups milk
6 whole cardamom seeds
1/2 cup ground almonds
rosewater to taste
1/4 cup blanched slivered almonds
1/4 cup white sugar

Procedures : Dissolve corn starch in 1 cup of cold milk.
Bring remaining milk to boil with cardamom and ground almonds. Then add corn starch mixture and stir continuously with a whisk. Add sugar and rosewater to taste. Allow the mixture to boil for about 3 more minutes on medium heat. Remove cardamom seeds from the mixture and pour it into serving dishes. Garnish with slivered almonds and serve warm or cold. Enjoy

Favorite Ambrosia

You'll Need:

3 oranges
2 grapefruit
1 large banana, sliced
1/2 cup coarsely chopped maraschino cherries
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon grated orange rind
3/4 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/4 cup flaked coconut, toasted
Garnish: maraschino cherries with stems

Procedures : PEEL and section oranges and grapefruit, catching juice in a bowl. Toss banana slices in fruit juice, and remove with a slotted spoon.
LAYER grapefruit sections, orange sections, chopped cherries, and banana slices into individual bowls. Pour juice over layered fruit.
STIR together mayonnaise, sugar, and orange rind; fold in whipped topping. Spoon over fruit; sprinkle with coconut. Garnish, if desired

Fat Tuesday Salmon

You'll Need:

1 potato, peeled
2 (14.75 ounce) cans salmon, drained
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Procedures : Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add potato and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool and mash.
In a large bowl, combine salmon, onion, green bell pepper, potato, jalapeno, egg and ground black pepper; mix well.
Shape mixture into 4 patties and coat with cracker crumbs.
In a large skillet over medium heat, warm oil and cook patties until browned on each side; serve

Fantasy Fudge in a Cloud

You'll Need:

1 (8 inch) prepared yellow cake, cut into cubes
1 (3.3 ounce) package instant white chocolate pudding mix
1 cup milk
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
3 ripe bananas
1 cup toasted, chopped pecans
1 1/4 cups chocolate fudge sauce
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Procedures : In a medium bowl, combine pudding mix and milk; beat until creamy. Add cream cheese and beat until fluffy; fold in 1/2 whipped topping and set aside.
In a large punch bowl, layer 1/3 of cake cubes; spread 1/3 of pudding mixture on top. Continue layering with 1/3 of bananas, 1/3 of pecans and 1/3 cup fudge sauce.
Repeat layering with 1/3 of cake and 1/3 of pudding mixture; add 1/2 of cherries, 1/3 of bananas, 1/3 of pecans and 1/3 cup fudge sauce.
Repeat layers for a final time with remaining cake, pudding mixture, cherries, bananas and fudge sauce, reserving 1/3 of pecans for garnish.
Top with remaining whipped topping, drizzle with remaining 1/4 cup fudge sauce, and garnish with reserved pecans. Refrigerate 4 hours; serve

Bubba's Beer Bread

You'll Need:

3 cups self-rising flour
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried dill, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt
1 (12 fluid ounce) can beer, room temperature
4 ounces cubed cheddar cheese, or to taste

Procedures : Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9 or 10 inch cast iron skillet.
In a large bowl, stir together the self-rising flour, sugar, onion powder, dill weed and salt. Pour in the beer, and stir until all of the dry is incorporated. Stir as lightly as possible so as not to deflate the beer. Fold in cheese cubes.
Bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the top springs back when lightly touched. The bread should rise way above the edge of the pan

Broiled Mochi with Nori Seaweed

You'll Need:

8 frozen mochi squares
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 sheet nori (dry seaweed)

Procedures : Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (275 degrees C).
Dip mochi into soy sauce, then place on a baking sheet. Let bake for about 5 minutes, or until heated through.
While mochi is cooking, cut the dried seaweed into 8 strips. Place these strips in a large frying pan over medium heat. When they are warmed, after approximately 1 to 2 minutes, remove them from the heat.
Wrap each mochi cake in seaweed; serve warm

Broiled & Slow-Roasted Butterflied Leg of Lamb With Cumin and Garlic

You'll Need:

1/4 cup olive oil
8 cloves garlic, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 (8 pound) leg of lamb, boned and butterflied to a more or less even thickness, 4 3/4 to 5 1/2 pounds trimmed weight, fell and most fat removed
juice of 1 lemon (optional)
Minced fresh parsley, cilantro or mint (optional)

Procedures : Mix oil, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin and oregano; spread paste on both sides of the lamb and let stand for an hour until meat comes to room temperature.
Adjust oven rack to upper or upper-middle position (depending on lamb's thickness) and preheat broiler on high for at least 10 minutes.
Place lamb, cut side up, on a large wire rack set over a foil-lined roasting pan. Broil, moving pan so entire surface browns evenly, about 8 minutes. Turn lamb over; continue to broil until well browned on the other side, about 8 minutes longer. Turn off broiler, remove lamb from oven and let rest for 10 minutes.
Heat oven to 325 degrees. Stick a meat thermometer into the thickest portion of the lamb; return it to the oven. Roast for a total of 50 minutes to 1 hour, until thermometer registers a rosy-pink 140 degrees. Check lamb several times after 30 minutes. If lamb gets done sooner, simply turn down oven to 170 degrees until ready to serve.
As soon as lamb comes out of the oven, squeeze on lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Carve, slicing across the grain when possible. Arrange on a platter, drizzle with accumulated juices, and serve

Broccoli and Onion Casserole

You'll Need:

3 heads broccoli, cut into florets
4 onions, quartered
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
1/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs

Procedures : Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Place a steamer basket in a pot over boiling water, and steam the broccoli about 5 minutes, until tender. Place the onions in a separate pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender. Arrange the broccoli and onions in the prepared dish.
Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, and stir in the flour until smooth. Blend in the milk until thickened. Blend in the cream cheese until melted. Pour the mixture over the broccoli and onions. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese, and top with bread crumbs.
Bake covered in the preheated oven 30 minutes. Remove cover, and continue baking 30 minutes, until lightly browned