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Whole-Wheat Pita Chips with Mascarpone-Chive Dipping Sauce
By MooK
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis
- 4 whole-wheat pita breads, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
- 4 strips bacon, cooked until crisp, finely chopped
- 1 cup (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
French Onion Soup (Soupe à l'Oignon Gratinée)
By MooK
In a large stainless steel or cast iron saucepan, or two large skillets, melt butter over medium-high heat until fo...
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for toasts
- 3 pounds yellow or mixed onions, sliced 1/8 inch thick (see note above)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup dry sherry (such as Amontillado)
- 2 quarts homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
- 2 sprigs thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Asian fish sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
- 8 bowl-size slices rustic bread, toasted until crisp
- 1 medium clove garlic
- 1 pound Gruyere cheese, grated
- Freshly minced chives, for garnish
No Bake Avalanche Cookies
By MooK
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper, set aside
- 2 cups Crispy Rice cereal
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 lb white chocolate
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips to sprinkle on top
PB & Banana Ice Box Cake
By MooK
Line an 8x8 baking pan with aluminum foil
- 40 vanilla wafers (Nilla Wafers)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter chips
- 2 large bananas
- 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Chicken Bites
By MooK
Dab ½ teaspoon (more or less) of cream cheese on top of each chicken tender
- 8 chicken tenders, flattened and cut in two
- 3-ounce package softened cream cheese
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 8 slices bacon, cut in half
Plum Jam
By MooK
Combine the plums, sugar, and pectin in a large bowl and toss
- 4 pounds pitted black or elephant heart plums, cut into quarters
- 1 1/2 pounds granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Pomona's Universal Pectin
- 4 teaspoons calcium water (see Pomona's pectin package for instructions)
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
Chicken Paprikash
By MooK
Pour chicken stock into a 1-cup liquid measuring cup and sprinkle gelatin over the top
- 1 cup homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
- 1 (.25 ounce) packet powdered gelatin (about 2 1/2 teaspoons)
- 4 whole chicken legs, split into thighs and drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/4 cup (1 ounce) high quality Hungarian sweet paprika
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 cup sour cream, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 teaspoon Asian fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon juice from 1 lemon
- Minced fresh parsley leaves or dill (optional)
- Egg noodles, boiled potatoes, or spaetzle for serving
Pie Crust Cookie S'mores
By MooK
Refrigerating the pie crust cookies prior to baking helps guarantee they'll hold their square shape when baked
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup cold sour cream
- 1 large egg
- Sanding sugar (optional)
- Marshmallows
- Chocolate
Creamed Corn Gratin with Fried Onion Rings and Bacon
By MooK
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread breadcrumbs on rimmed baking sheet
- 1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread
- 6 bacon slices, chopped
- 1/3 cup all purpose flour
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1/2 cup (or more) vegetable oil
- 10 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 8 cups frozen corn kernels (about 2 pounds 6 ounces)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons quick-cooking grits
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup (packed) coarsely grated Monterey Jack cheese (about 4 ounces)
Cajun Chicken Alfredo
By MooK
Blackening Spice Rub: Combine the garlic, black pepper, salt cumin, onion, cayenne pepper, Italian seasoning, papri...
- Blackening Spice Rub:
- Kosher salt
- Four 5-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
- 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
- 1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 tablespoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons granulated onion
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup roughly chopped marinated sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 pound fettuccine
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion, for garnish