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Simple Guacamole
By flavorofvanilla
An easy guacamole to put together and store in the refrigerator a few hours before guests come over
- 3 medium avocados
- 2 bell peppers (yellow, orange, or red for extra color), sliced
- 1/2 medium white onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 handful cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Chocolate chocolate chunks
By flavorofvanilla
Chocolate packed cookies, loaded with goodies
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup dutch processed cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons butter, cut into 12 pieces
- 17 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped and divided
- 1 ounce dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 ounces white chocolate, chopped
- 1 1/4 cups chopped pecans
- 1 cup raisins
Buttermilk Sherbet
By flavorofvanilla
Buttermilk and lemon come together surprisingly well in this dessert
- 2 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1/3 cup sugar
- Zest of 2 lemons
Strawberry Swedish Visiting Cake
By flavorofvanilla
A simple cake that can be put together in a few minutes and baked in half an hour
- 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 1 heavy pinch, salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- 10 large strawberries, sliced lengthwise, divided
- 4 tablespoons strawberry preserves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Juice of 1/2 an orange
Classic Mashed Potatoes
By flavorofvanilla
Delicious mashed potatoes, perfect as a side to any number of dishes
- 4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 16 oz. sour cream
- 3 T. fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and pepper
Country Pizza
By flavorofvanilla
Pizza loaded with mashed potatoes, country gravy, fried chicken, and mozzarella
- 1/2 Crust recipe*
- 1/2 recipe Classic Mashed Potatoes*
- 1/2 Country Gravy recipe*
- 2 Pan-Fried Chicken* Breasts, sliced
- 8 oz. mozzarella, shredded
- *For these recipes, see http://theflavorofvanilla.blogspot.com
Egg Bread Knots
By flavorofvanilla
Simple egg bread, perfect for sandwiches
- 4 1/2 teaspoons instant dry yeast
- 2/3 cup warm water
- 6 egg yolks
- 4 eggs, divided
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 1/2 cups flour
Homemade Mayonnaise
By flavorofvanilla
Homemade mayonnaise proves to be better than the generic store-brand stuff
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup canola oil, divided
Picadillo Tacos
By flavorofvanilla
A hearty meal that takes only 45 minutes to prepare, with just the right amount of spice and a great texture
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 pound chorizo, removed from casing
- 1/2 large red onion, diced
- 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 3/4 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
- 1/4 c. green olives with pimentos, chopped
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 hard boiled eggs, coarsely chopped
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 24 small tortillas
- Shredded lettuce
- 2 limes, sliced
- Sour cream
- Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 2 avacados, skinned and sliced
Combination Couscous
By flavorofvanilla
A mix of green onions, sunflower seeds, and golden raisins combine to make a surprisingly delicious couscous
- 3 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 2 1/2 cups couscous
- 1 cup golden raisins
- 1 bunch (about 8 total) green onions
- 3 slices pancetta
- 1 cup hulled sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup butter
- Salt and pepper to taste