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Apple Shortbread Bars
By MJH
Preheat oven to 350 degree F
- Crust:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Topping:
- 1 1/2 cup Crunch Pak apple slices, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 Tbsp all purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup quick cook oats
- Glaze:
- 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 Tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pumpkin Pancakes - IHOP Copycat
By MJH
In a medium sized bowl add flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and baking soda, whisk together with a fork to blend a...
- 1 1/4 cups flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg ( slightly beaten )
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk ( 1/8 - 1/4 cup more if needed to keep batter thinner )
- 1/3 cup pureed pumpkin (pumpkin from a can will work)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Herby Potato Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette
By MJH
Place the potatoes in a saucepan and cover with 2 inches water
- 2 pounds small red potatoes, halved
- Kosher salt
- 6 strips bacon, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 3/4 cup champagne vinegar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chervil
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
Brownie in a Cup
By MJH
Melt butter in microwave safe mug or ramekin
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 firmly packed tablespoon of light brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 4 tablespoons of flour
- 1 tablespoon of Hershey’s unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 heaping tablespoons of semi sweet chocolate chunks
Shepherd's Pie
By MJH
Preheat oven at 400 degrees F
- Mashed Potatoes:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 pounds lean ground beef or lamb
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup beef stock
- 1 1/2 cups garden peas
- Cheesy Mashed Potatoes, recipe follows
- 4 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled, quartered
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated mature white Cheddar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Funnel Cake From Sleepy Hollow - Magic Kingdom Disney
By MJH
Heat 1-inch of vegetable oil on medium-high in a deep pan
- Video with Steps:
- 1.5 tablespoons baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 2.5 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- vegetable oil
- powdered sugar
- http://allrecipes.com/video/3207/funnel-cakes/detail.aspx?prop24=RD_VideoTipsTricks
Witch's Finger Bread Sticks with Maple Mustard Dip
By MJH
Witch's Finger Bread Sticks are a perfect appetizer or snack, served with a sweet and spicy Dijon and maple dip
- DOUGH:
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (105°F to 115°F)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- For fingers:
- 10 drops green food coloring
- 48 sliced almonds or peanut halves
- 8 drops red food coloring, diluted with 1/4 teaspoon water
- 1 large egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
- 1/2 tablespoon pretzel salt or coarse sea salt
- DIP:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup coarse-grain Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or mild honey
- Special equpment: Stand mixer with paddle attachment and dough hook; 1 or 2 small paintbrushes
Idiot's Delight Cake - Holiday Food Civil War
By MJH
Food was scarce for the South, but they tried to celebrate Christmas and the Holidays
- 1 c. brown sugar
- 1 c. raisins
- 1 tbsp. butter
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 4 c. water
- 7 tbsp. butter
- 1/2 c. white sugar
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 c. milk
- 1 c. flour
Baked Eggplant
By MJH
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
- 3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 medium-sized eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
Midwestern Pork and Stew with Vegetables
By MJH
Warm a large skillet or braising pan over medium-high heat
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 pound pork stew meat
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour, plus 2 tablespoons (divided)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, divided
- 1 cup carrots, diced into bite size pieces
- 3 potatoes, diced into bite size pieces
- 1 (12 ounce) bottle of beer (I used Blue Moon)
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon low sodium chicken base
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sage
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted