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JAMIE OLIVER'S BEST EVER GREEN BEANS
By bjnelson55
"With garlic, parmesan, and lemon in the mix, you get a side dish that's indulgent enough to sit proudly on any tab...
- 1-1/4 lb. French or green beans
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, slced
- 1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 lemon
CRISPY FISH
By bjnelson55
For sustainability reasons, be sure to choose Alaskan cod, or substitute halibut or even tilapia
- 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
- 1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 (6-ounce) skinless cod fillets
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray
- 1/4 cup canola mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickle
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
- Lemon wedges
Cranberry-Orange Bread with Grand Marnier Glaze
By bjnelson55
This bread is a versatile, easy-to-make crowd-pleaser, delicately laced with Grand Marnier and studded with tart dr...
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened, plus more for buttering pan
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated orange zest
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups dried cranberries
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 7 to 8 tbsp. Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur
Sassy Tailgate Sandwiches
By bjnelson55
I call them Hot Ham & Cheese Sliders
- 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls, split
- 1 lb. shaved black Forest Ham (or thin sliced)
- 12 oz. Gruyere cheese, sliced thin (I also use baby swiss, havarti or you could use provolone - not sure if prov. melts nicely though)
- 1 tub (8 oz.) Philadelphia Chive and Onion Cream Cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 T. Worcestershire sauce
- 1-1/2 tsp. dried minced onion
WHITE CHUNKY CHOCOLATES
By bjnelson55
In a medium, microwavable bowl, melt the white chocolate, stirring once, for about 45 seconds
- 12 ounces white chocolate morsels
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup roasted, salted peanuts
- 1/2 cup roasted, salted cashew pieces
PHILADELPHIA VANILLA MOUSSE CHEESECAKE
By bjnelson55
Deliciously simple dessert
- 40 Nilla wafers, crushed (about 1-1/2 cups)
- 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
- 4 pkg (8 oz. each) Philadelphia cream cheese, softened, divided
- 1 cup sugar, divided
- 1 Tbsp plus 1 tsp vanilla, divided
- 3 eggs
- 1 tub (8 oz.) Cool Whip, thawed
Chocolate Cinnamon Bread from Starbucks
By bjnelson55
It's true. Chocolate Cinnamon Bread's brief return has already passed
- Ingredients (makes two loaves):
- Chocolate Batter –
- 3 sticks unsalted butter at room temperature
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs at room temperature
- 2 cups flour
- 1 1/4 cup dutch processed cocoa
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla
- Cocoa Spice Topping –
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp dutch processed cocoa
- Pinch of ground ginger
- Pinch of ground cloves
- 1/4 cup sparkle sugar (for decorating)
Coconut Banana Bread with Lime Glaze
By bjnelson55
Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (about 9 ounces)
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe banana (about 3 bananas)
- 1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt
- 3 tablespoons dark rum
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup flaked sweetened coconut
- Cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon flaked sweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime or lemon juice
BEANY SALAD
By bjnelson55
Great salad. Makes a large batch
- DRESSING:
- 1/2 cup pearl barley
- 1/2 cup long grain brown rice
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained
- 1 cup canned kidney beans, drained
- 1 cup corn kernels, cooked
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Chicken Carbonara with Peas & Bread Crumbs
By bjnelson55
1. Sauté the chicken tenders in bacon drippings
- TOAST:
- 1 cup fresh bread crumbs
- 1 ⁄2 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tsp. minced lemon zest
- Salt to taste
- COOK:
- 1 ⁄2 lb. thick-sliced bacon, diced
- SAUTÉ:
- 1 lb. chicken tenders, seasoned with salt and black pepper
- 1 tsp. minced garlic
- DEGLAZE:
- 1 ⁄2 cup dry white wine
- 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- COOK:
- 3 ⁄4 lb. dry spaghetti
- WHISK:
- 3 eggs
- 1 ⁄2 cup shredded Parmesan
- 1 ⁄4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup frozen green peas