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30 Minute Soft Pretzels
By Alqualonde
The result was respectable
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (warm, NOT HOT, if you can't keep your finger in the water for a few seconds it's too hot)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 and 1/4 teaspoons)
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4 – 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg beaten with 1 Tablespoon water
- coarse salt for sprinkling (a cinnamon-sugar sprinkle also works well for a sweet
HOME MADE CHEEZ ITS
By Alqualonde
1. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix the cheddar, butter, and salt until soft and...
- 8 oz extra-sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely shredded
- 1/2 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 t kosher salt
- 1 c flour
- 2 T ice water
French Silk Pie
By Alqualonde
Bittersweet chocolate and Dutch-process cocoa meld with a shot of fresh brewed coffee to give an ultra-rich flavor ...
- 30 chocolate wafers, (see Tip)
- 2 tablespoons chopped pitted dates
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 tablespoon brewed coffee
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup low-fat milk
- 8 tablespoons packed light brown sugar, divided
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-process
- 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons dried egg whites, reconstituted according to package directions
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
Sweet Potato Enchiladas
By Alqualonde
Vary the recipe sometimes by adding a dab of cream cheese down the middle of the corn tortilla before spooning in t...
- 1 cup light vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon arrowroot starch, dissolved in a little cold water
- 1 generous cup roasted green chilies- hot or mild, chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin or chili powder, hot or mild, to taste
- 1 15-ounce can organic black beans, rinsed, drained
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 big juicy lime, fresh lime juice
- 2 heaping cups cooked sweet potatoes, smashed a bit, but still chunky (I cube mine, then soften just a little)
- 1/2 cup roasted green chilies, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, or curry, mild or spicy, as you prefer
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2-4 tablespoons light olive oil or vegetable oil, as needed
- 8 white corn tortillas, I used Mission gluten-free tortillas
- Monterey Jack cheese, or vegan cheese, shredded, if desired
- sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup
By Alqualonde
The classic pairing of mild split peas and rich ham come together in a delicious slow-cooker version
- 7 cups water
- 1 package dried split peas (2 1/4 cups), sorted and rinsed (16 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 3 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices (1 1/2 cups)
- 2 medium stalks celery, finely chopped (1 cup)
- 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
- 1 ham bone, 2 pounds ham shanks or 2 pounds smoked pork hocks
Spicy Oven Fries
By Alqualonde
Preheat oven to 425 F (220C)
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 2 1/2 Tbsp (37 mL) organic ketchup
- 4 tsp (20 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp (10 mL) Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp (10 mL) apple-cider vinegar
- 3/4 tsp (4 mL) paprika
Healthy Crunchy Onion Rings
By Alqualonde
12-24 hours ahead of time, slice onions into 1/2-inch thick rings
- 2 large vidalia onions
- 1 quart of buttermilk
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup medium ground cornmeal
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Mexican Stuffed Yams with Avocado
By Alqualonde
This dinner is simple and deceptively filling
- 4 large yams
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 orange bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 ripe avocados, mashed
- 4 Tbsp (60 mL) essential oil blend or flaxseed oil
- 4 Tbsp (60 mL) cilantro, chopped
- 4 Tbsp (60 mL) green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 to 4 Tbsp (30 to 60 mL) lime juice
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Natural or soy cheese (optional)
Curried Quinoa With Cauliflower
By Alqualonde
Quinoa with cauliflower, peas, carrots, ginger, and curry makes a delicious meatless meal
- 2 Tbsp Canola or Olive Oil
- 1 Medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp Minced Fresh Ginger
- 1 Carrot, cut into 1/2" half-moons
- 1 Small Head Cauliflower, broken into small florets
- 1/4 tsp Salt, or more to taste
- 5 tsp Curry Powder
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Frozen Peas
- 1 cup Quinoa, preferably no-rinse variety
- Plain Yogurt & Toasted Slivered Almonds, for garnish
Hearty Kale Salad
By Alqualonde
A riff on the classic warm spinach-and-bacon salad, this recipe features thin ribbons of kale instead
- 6 cups kale, very thinly sliced; about 1/2 large bunch; tough stems removed
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, coarsely chopped
- 2 slices center-cut bacon
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon salt