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Spicy Chicken & Cheddar Quesadillas
By ltrodrigu
Warm oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 4-ounce can diced green chilies, drained
- 3 cloves garlic, mashed
- 1 chipotle pepper, coarsely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 8 flour tortillas, quesadilla size
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
BETH ARETSKY'S BEST BAR SNACK EVER
By ltrodrigu
These dry-roasted nuts deliver a dose of warming spice and mild sweetness that make them a perfect counterpoint to ...
- 5 pounds mixed nuts
- 4 egg whites, whipped until foamy and almost stiff
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cayenne
- 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
Caramel Apple Jello Shots
By ltrodrigu
Cut the apples in half lengthwise
- Fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon
- 5 apples (Granny Smith work best)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 envelope caramel hot chocolate mix (Nestle or Land o Lakes; regular hot chocolate is ok too; each envelope is about 1 oz.)
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- 1 envelope unflavored knox gelatin
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup vodka
The Absolute Best Vegetarian Lasagna
By ltrodrigu
Make Bolognese: Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- For the Bread Bolognese:
- 1/2 of a standard (1-pound) whole-wheat sourdough boule, 2 days old
- 6 tablespoons olive oil, plus more as needed
- 1 cup cooked and drained wheat berries (optional)
- 2 cups minced red onion
- 2 cups minced carrot
- 2 cups minced celery
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 cup white wine
- 2 (28-ounce) cans whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 pound Parmesan, rind and cheese separated, cheese grated
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- For the Lasagne:
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 15 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
Roasted Acorn & Delicata Squash Salad With Wheat Berries & Bitter Greens
By ltrodrigu
This salad will be a welcome comfort in the colder months
- DRESSING:
- 1 cup wheat berries, rinsed and soaked in 3 cups water for 12 hours
- 4 cups water
- 4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- Black pepper, freshly ground
- SPICED PUMPKIN SEEDS:
- 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds, thoroughly rinsed and drained
- 4 teaspoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- ROASTED SQUASH:
- 1 medium acorn squash, quartered lengthwise, seeded, and cut in 1/3-inch slices
- 1 medium delicata squash, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut in 1/3-inch slices
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- Black pepper, freshly ground
- SALAD:
- 4 loosely packed cups small red or green mustard leaves
- 4 loosely packed cups arugula leaves
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallots
- 4 ounces aged goat cheese, shaved
Fruity Pancake Muffins
By ltrodrigu
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
- 2 cups pancake and baking mix
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup club soda
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup fresh blueberries or peeled and chopped apple
- 1/4 cup pancake syrup
Spicy Braised Chicken With Root Vegetables
By ltrodrigu
Season chicken with salt and pepper
- 2 1/2 pounds boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 medium carrots, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 small kohlrabi, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 medium yellow onion, cut into bite-size wedges
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 cup sake
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Thinly sliced scallions, for garnish (optional)
- Cooked white rice, for serving (optional)
Grilled Peppers & Mushrooms
By ltrodrigu
Serve with the Ultimate Fall Party Menu
- 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar *
- 2 tablespoons coarse-grained Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 4 large, assorted bell peppers, cut into 2-inch-wide strips
- 1 large red onion, thickly sliced
- 1 8 ounce package baby portobello mushrooms
Garlicky Broccolini
By ltrodrigu
Trim broccolini ends. Place 4 to 5-inch long, thin stalks into a skillet and cover with water
- 1 1/2 pounds broccolini
- kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4-5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Benne Sticks
By ltrodrigu
"Benne" is what sesame seeds are called in the Lowcountry, particularly in and around Charleston, S
- 1 1/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup lightly toasted benne seeds (see note above)
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pats
- 3 tablespoons cold lard (not vegetable shortening), diced
- 1/4 cup ice water