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Croques-Monsieur

Croques-Monsieur I use good Jarlsberg, Gruyère, Beaufort, or Comté cheese and the best boiled ham that I can find at my market. The sandwiches can be prepared ahead and baked as needed for a large party or wedding reception. —Jacques Pépin OvenAluminum foilCookie sheet 2 White bread slices (Thick slices)2 Cheese slices2 tsp Butter Preheat [...]

By |2024-02-25T23:24:50-06:00February 25th, 2024|Appetizer, Main Item|0 Comments

Paste E Ceci – Pasta with Chickpeas

An example of Cucina Povera, Pasta with Tomatoes and Chickpeas inspired by one of my favorite test kitchens. The brothy pasta is served in bowls with spoons. Paste E Ceci - Pasta with Chickpeas 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)1 small onion (finely chopped)Kosher salt3 garlic cloves (thinly sliced)1 sprig rosemary¼ tsp. [...]

By |2024-02-25T22:51:41-06:00August 23rd, 2022|Main Item|0 Comments

Tomatillo and Avocado Sauce

A great creamy puree of tomatillos, avocado, cilantro and jalapenos as a topping for tacos inspired by some of my favorite chefs. Tomatillo and Avocado Sauce 8 ounces tomatillos (husks and stems removed, rinsed well and dried and cut in to 1-inch pieces.)1 avocado (halved, pitted, and cut into 1 inch pieces)1-2 jalapeño chiles (stemmed, [...]

By |2024-02-25T22:51:41-06:00January 17th, 2019|Side Item|0 Comments

Backyard Barbeque Beans

Backyard Barbeque Beans Inspired by a favorite PBS cooking show. 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (Bull's Eye Original)1/2 cup ketchup (Heinz)1/2 cup water2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon liquid smoke1 teaspoon granulated garlic1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 1/4 pounds bratwurst (casings removed)2 onions (chopped)2 28-ounce cans baked beans - Bush Original2 15-ounce cans pinto [...]

By |2024-02-25T22:51:42-06:00December 31st, 2018|Side Item|0 Comments

Pumpkin Pie Bites

Pumpkin Pie Bites 2 Homemade Dough Crusts or store bought pie crust (store bought already comes with 2 per package)8 oz Cream Cheese (softened to room temperature)1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumkin pie filling)1/2 cup Granulated Sugar3 large Eggs (one is for the egg wash)1 tsp Vanilla ExtractOptional Topping: whipped cream (cool whip, etc.)2 [...]

By |2024-02-25T22:51:44-06:00November 20th, 2018|Dessert|0 Comments

Mini Pumkin Pies

Mini Pumpkin Pies Makes 12 (1 mini pie) Servings in standard muffin tin. 1 package (14.1 ounces refrigerated pie crusts, 2 crusts)1 can (15 ounces pumpkin)1 can (14 ounces sweetened condensed milk)2 eggs1 tablespoon McCormick® Pumpkin Pie Spice1 teaspoon McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract Preheat oven to 375°F. For the Mini Pumpkin Pies, unroll crusts on [...]

By |2024-02-25T22:51:45-06:00November 20th, 2018|Dessert|0 Comments

Cacio E Pepe

Though I haven't been to Rome, this is said to be a classic Roman pasta dish that requires a quality pecorino Romano, a salty, hard sheep's milk cheese. Cornstarch is added to overcome the tendency some readily available cheese to clump, but for best flavor imported pecorino is suggested. 1½ CUPS WATER2 TEASPOONS CORNSTARCH6 OUNCES [...]

By |2024-02-25T22:51:45-06:00December 8th, 2017|Main Item, Recipes|0 Comments

Savory Stuffed French Bread Sandwiches

Savory Stuffed French Bread Sandwiches 1 loaf french bread1 pound lean ground beef1 small white onion finely chopped (at least 2 Tbsp. but you can add more if you like)1/2 cup chopped celery1 clove minced garlic1 can cream of mushroom soup2 Tbsp. milk2 tsp. Worcestershire saucesalt and pepper (to taste)1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/2 [...]

By |2024-02-25T22:51:47-06:00May 12th, 2016|Main Item, Recipes|0 Comments

Baked Potatoes

Inspired by my favorite test kitchen, but modified to use olive oil. Baked Potatoes 2 approximately 7 to 9-ounce russet potatoes, unpeeled, each lightly pricked with fork in 6 places1/2 cup water2 Tbsp. olive oilSalt and pepper Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat oven to 450 degrees.Dissolve 2 tablespoons salt in 1/2 cup [...]

By |2024-02-25T22:51:47-06:00April 5th, 2016|Recipes, Side Item|0 Comments
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