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Turkey Tips from Chef Brad
By AzWench
Chef Brad's tips to make sure your Turkey comes out great!
- 1 Fresh Turkey
- 2 cups kosher salt
- 3/4 cups sugar
- 1/3 cup pickling seasoning
- 3 gallons of water
- Onions
- Garlic
- Fresh thyme
- Sage
- Rosemary
- Celery
- Orange Vanilla Cranberry Sauce
Shrimp and Fish Po' Boys
By AzWench
For the shrimp and fish: Attach a deep-fry thermometer to the side of a heavy wide pot
- Shrimp and Fish:
- 3 cups vegetable oil, adjusted as needed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for sprinkling
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 8 ounces medium shrimp, deveined, peeled
- Two 5-ounce tilapia fillets, cut lengthwise then crosswise into 2-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- Creamy Garlic Spread:
- 1/3 cup mayo
- 1 clove garlic, pressed
- Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
- Po' Boys:
- 1 baguette, cut into quarters
- Shredded iceberg lettuce, for serving
- Sliced tomatoes, for serving
- Hot sauce, optional, for serving
Light Sweet Scones
By AzWench
My friend Oisin makes these divine scones
- 1 pound 2 ounces light Italian or all-purpose flour
- 1 rounded teaspoon bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)
- 2 rounded teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 stick plus 1 tablespoon unsalted cold butter, cubed*
- 1 ounce caster sugar (superfine)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 9 ounces buttermilk or milk, plus extra for the egg wash
- 2 ounces caster sugar (superfine), optional
- Special equipment: 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter
- Cook's Note: if you are using salted butter, decrease the salt to 1/2 teaspoon
T.G.I. Friday's Bruschetta Chicken Pasta
By AzWench
Menu Description: “Italian grandmothers everywhere are getting jealous over this recipe
- Balsamic Glaze:
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon molasses
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- Bruschetta Marinara:
- 2 cups diced tomatoes (about 4 medium tomatoes)
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Chicken Marinade:
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1 pound skinless chicken breasts filets (about 3 breasts)
- olive oil
- ground black pepper
- 1/2 pound uncooked angel hair pasta (1/2 of a box)
Quick-Marinated Cherry Tomato Salad
By AzWench
Halve the tomatoes and add them to a large zipper bag with the sliced red onion
- 1 pint red grape tomatoes
- 1 pint yellow grape tomatoes
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
- 1 heaping tablespoon jarred pesto
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1 clove garlic, pressed
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper
- 1 head iceburg lettuce, cut into chunks
Easy Green Chile Enchiladas
By AzWench
In a small skillet, saute onions with the butter over medium-low heat until the onions are nice and golden brown
- 1 whole Onion, Diced
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- 1 can (15 Ounce) Green Enchilada Sauce
- 2 cans (4 Ounce) Chopped Green Chilies
- 12 whole Corn Tortillas
- 2 cups Freshly Grated Cheddar (or Cheddar-jack) Cheese (or Any Cheese You'd Like)
- Sour Cream
- Salsa
- Pico De Gallo (optional)
- Guacamole (optional)
- Cilantro Leaves, Optional
Easy 3-Bean Vegetable Chili
By AzWench
Dr. Joel Fuhrman’s 7-Day Crash Diet is full of foods to help your body burn fat faster
- 1 lb firm tofu, frozen, then defrosted
- 2 tbsp chili powder, or to taste
- 1 tsp cumin
- 10 oz frozen onions
- 3 cups frozen broccoli, thawed and finely chopped
- 3 cups frozen cauliflower, thawed and finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups cooked pinto beans or 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, no-salt-added or low-sodium, rinsed and drained
- 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans or 1 (15 oz) can black beans, no-salt-added or low-sodium, rinsed and drained
- 1 1/2 cups cooked red beans, or 1 (15 oz) can red beans, no-salt-added or low-sodium, rinsed and drained
- 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, no-salt-added or low sodium
- 1 (4 oz) can chopped mild green chilies, drained
- 2 1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 2 large zucchini, finely chopped
Chocolate Infused Vodka
By AzWench
Chocolate vodka has become so popular of late
- 5.3 ounces 45% to 60% dark chocolate
- 21 ounces vodka, 80% or 100% strength
- A sterilized glass jar
- Additions (optional): split vanilla bean pod, cinnamon sticks, flavored extracts, or a shot of espresso
- 5.3 ounces 45% to 60% dark chocolate
- 21 ounces vodka, 80% or 100% strength
- A sterilized glass jar
- Additions (optional): split vanilla bean pod, cinnamon sticks, flavored extracts, or a shot of espresso
Pasta Dough for Ravioli
By AzWench
To make the pasta dough: In an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook*, combine the flour and salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs, plus 1 for egg wash
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Cornmeal, for dusting
Homemade Croissants
By AzWench
A couple of weeks ago I tried my hand at making croissants! And I have to say, even though it was time-consuming an...
- Croissants:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup of milk
- 1/2 tablespoon of melted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups cold unsalted butter (3 1/2 sticks or 14 oz)
- Basic Egg Wash:
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of milk
- You will also need to use the refrigerator and plenty of counter space. A non-stick mat, a ruler, and plenty of plastic wrap will be helpful as well.