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Golden Luxury Butter Cake
By norsegal8
No one would ever guess that white chocolate is one of the ingredients in this cake
- 6 ounces white chocolate
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
- 3 cups sifted cake flour
- 1 cup + 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon + 1 1/2 teaspoons
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 9 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
Spicy Mexican Pork Tostadas
By norsegal8
The trimmed pork should weigh about 1 1/2 pounds
- Tinga
- 2 pounds boneless pork butt, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1-inch pieces (see note)
- 2 medium onions, 1 quartered and 1 chopped fine
- 5 medium garlic cloves, 3 peeled and smashed and 2 minced or pressed through garlic press (about 2 teaspoons)
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- Table salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon ground chipotle powder (see note)
- 2 bay leaves
- Tostadas
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 12 (6-inch) corn tortillas (see note)
- Table salt
- Garnishes
- Queso fresco or feta cheese
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Sour cream
- Diced avocado
- Lime wedges
White Chocolate Espresso Torte w/ Hazelnut Praline
By norsegal8
Blocks of white chocolate are often available at Whole Foods markets and can be ordered online from beryls
- Praline and chocolate curls:
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
- 1 cup hazelnuts, toasted , husked
- 1 6- to 8-ounce block high-quality white chocolate (1 to 1 1/2 inches thick; for chocolate curls)
- Mousse:
- 12 ounces high-quality white chocolate (such as lindt or perugina), finely chopped
- 5 tablespoons water
- 2 cups chilled heavy whipping cream
- 2 1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder soaking syrup and ganache
- Soaking syrup and ganache:
- 2/3 cup kahlúa or other coffee-flavored liqueur
- 4 teaspoons instant espresso powder
- 7 ounces bittersweet chocolate (do not exceed 61% cacao), chopped
- 2 tablespoons dark corn syrup
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- Cake:
- Nonstick vegetable oil spray
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 3 1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder, divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sifted cake flour (sifted, then measured)
- 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted, cooled
- 6 tablespoons powdered sugar, divided
Checca Sauce
By norsegal8
IN THE BOWL OF A FOOD PROCESSOR, pulse the cherry tomatoes, scallions, garlic, Parmesan, basil and oil just until t...
- 12 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 scallions (white and pale green parts only), coarsely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, coarsely chopped
- 8 fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarells cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
Roasted Sesame Green Beans
By norsegal8
An aluminum foil liner prevents burning on dark nonstick baking sheets
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
- 3 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 pound green beans, stem ends snapped off
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Table salt
- 4 teaspoons sesame seeds (toasted)
Stuffed Zucchini and Red Bell Peppers
By norsegal8
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, grated
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup grated Pecorino Romano
- 1/4 cup dried plain bread crumbs
- 1 pound ground turkey, preferably dark meat
- 2 zucchini, ends removed, halved lengthwise and crosswise
- 1 short orange bell pepper, halved and seeded
- 1 short red bell pepper, halved and seeded
- 1 short yellow bell pepper, halved and seeded
- 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
Peanut Butter Cookies - KAF
By norsegal8
An all-time favorite, these cookies are perfect after school with a glass of cold milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable shortening
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup supermarket-style smooth peanut butter
- 1 1/2 cups King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Apple Crisp
By norsegal8
Preheat the oven 350 degrees
- Filling:
- 5 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, chopped small
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Topping:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons chilled butter, cut into pieces
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans
Chicken Enchiladas with Red Chili Sauce - ATK
By norsegal8
If you prefer, Monterey Jack can be used instead of cheddar, or, for a mellower flavor and creamier texture, try su...
- Sauce and Filling
- 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil or corn oil
- 1 medium onion,chopped fine (about 1 cup)
- 3 medium cloves garlic, minced or pressed through garlic press (about 1 tablespoon)
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 4 thighs), trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips
- 2 cans tomato sauce (8 ounces each)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 can (4 ounces) pickled jalapeños, drained and chopped (about 1/4 cup)
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated (2 cups)
- Tortillas and Toppings
- 10 corn tortillas (six-inch)
- Vegetable cooking spray
- 3 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese (3/4 cup)
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 avocado, diced medium
- 5 leaves romaine lettuce washed, dried, and shredded
- 2 limes, quartered
Amaretto Cream Truffles Recipe
By norsegal8
Place chocolates in a small bowl
- 5 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 4 ounces milk chocolate, chopped
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Amaretto
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons baking cocoa