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Chevy's Salsa

Chevy's Salsa

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1 Preheat your barbecue grill to high temperature

  • 6 medium tomatoes
  • 2 -4 small jalapenos (red is best or substitute 1-3 chipotle peppers)
  • 1/4 medium Spanish onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke (mesquite flavored- Optional)
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Cowboy Chicken Casserole

Cowboy Chicken Casserole

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Combine the chicken, chicken stock, wine, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, peppercorns, 1 teaspoon of the salt, the or...

  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 pound white button mushrooms, wiped clean and stems trimmed, quartered
  • Pinch freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 12 cups tortilla chips
  • 2 cups finely chopped onions
  • 1 cup finely chopped bell peppers
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, stem and seeds removed, finely chopped, optional
  • 8 ounces grated Pepper Jack
  • 8 ounces grated Cheddar
  • 1 tablespoon Southwest Seasoning, recipe follows
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 cup chopped drained canned tomatoes
  • 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles, drained
  • Southwest Seasoning: 1/2 cup
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
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Mu Shu Vegetables with Pancakes

Mu Shu Vegetables with Pancakes

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Cook’s Notes The secret to stress free crêpe making is using the right pan

  • 8 thin pancakes (see recipe below for Basic Crêpes)
  • 4 medium scallions
  • One 3-inch piece fresh ginger
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 pound baby bok shoy (2 or 3) or napa cabbage (about 1/3 head)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper
  • 8 oz shitake mushrooms
  • 2 T vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • Kosher salt
  • 2 c bean sprouts
  • 1/2 c unsalted roasted whole cashews
  • 2 T sake, rice wine, or dry sherry
  • 1 T hoisin sauce, plus more for serving
  • 1 T soy sauce (low sodium if you prefer)
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Puerto Rican Pork and Beans

Puerto Rican Pork and Beans

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Serves 4

  • Serve with boiled rice and Tabasco.
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 4 country-style pork loin spareribs (about 1 1/2 pounds)
  • 4 cups cold water
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 1/2 cup)
  • 2 medium onions (about 10 ounces total), cut into 1/2-inch cubes (2 cups)
  • 6 garlic cloves, crushed and chopped (about 1 tablespoons)
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 16-ounce can whole tomatoes
  • 1 small jalapeño pepper, chopped (about 2 teaspoons), or more if you like
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • I pound dried red kidney beans, picked over and washed
  • 1 bunch cilantro, stems and leaves chopped separately (1/3 cup chopped stems, 3 tablespoons chopped leaves)
  • Tabasco sauce
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Sichuan Stir-Fried Pork in Garlic Sauce

Sichuan Stir-Fried Pork in Garlic Sauce

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If Chinese black vinegar is unavailable, substitute 2 teaspoons of balsamic vinegar and 2 teaspoons of rice vinegar

  • Sauce
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 4 teaspoons Chinese black vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
  • 2 teaspoons ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • Pork
  • 12 ounces boneless country-style pork ribs, trimmed
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 2 t easpoons Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • Stir-Fry
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 scallions, white parts minced, green parts sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons Asian broad-bean chili paste
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 6 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and sliced thin
  • 2 celery ribs, cut on bias into 1/4-inch slices
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Chana Dhansak

Chana Dhansak

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To make the ghee: Simmer the butter in a saucepan on medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes

  • GHEE:
  • 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
  • DHANSAK:
  • 3 whole cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamon seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppercorns
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • FRIED ONIONS:
  • 1 small yellow onion, sliced 1/4-inch thick
  • Canola oil, for deep-frying onions
  • CURRY:
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 fresh red chile pepper, minced
  • 1 knob fresh ginger, peeled and minced
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 4 cups organic vegetable stock
  • 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
  • 3/4 cup dried split red lentils
  • 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 3 cups canned chickpeas, drained
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • Brown rice, naan or whole wheat pita, for serving
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Brooke's Homemade Meatloaf

Brooke's Homemade Meatloaf

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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F

  • Glaze:
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons packed light brown sugar
  • Meatloaf:
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 slice white bread, torn into pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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Mrs. Field's Cookies

Mrs. Field's Cookies

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Bake on ungreased cookie sheets

  • Cream together:
  • 2 cups butter
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • Add:
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • Mix together:
  • 4 cups flour
  • 5 cups powdered oatmeal
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • Mix together all ingredients then add:
  • 24 oz bag chocolate chips
  • 1 - 8 oz Hersey bar (grated)
  • 3 cups chopped nuts
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Tomatillo Chicken Stew Recipe

Tomatillo Chicken Stew Recipe

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September is tomatillo season around here

  • Tomatillo Sauce
  • 1 1/2 lbs tomatillos
  • 1-2 jalapeño chile peppers, or 2-3 serrano chili peppers (include the seeds if you want the heat, remove them if you don't want the heat), stems discarded, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 Tbsp lime (or lemon) juice
  • Pinch of sugar
  • Stew
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, trimmed of excess fat, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Salt and pepper
  • Olive oil
  • 2 yellow onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 2 cups tomatillo sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dry oregano or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped
  • 1/2 cup packed chopped cilantro (about one bunch, rinsed and chopped, stems and leaves)
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Fried Green Tomatoes

Fried Green Tomatoes

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In a deep-fryer, preheat oil to 350 degrees F

  • Oil
  • 4 green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch rings
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • Pinch cayenne pepper
  • Pinch paprika
  • Buttermilk Dipping Sauce, recipe follows
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