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A Better Big Mac
By RoketJSquerl
Note: Store-bought ground beef can be substituted for the short rib
- 3.2 ounces boneless beef short rib, well-chilled
- 1/4 cup finely minced onion
- 1 teaspoon onion grated on a microplane grater
- 1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon marmite, vegemite, or Maggi seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 egg white
- 1 whole Wonderbread brand hamburger bun, plus 1 bottom bun
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (about 600)
- 1/4 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 4 dill pickle slices
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 slice American cheese
"Cocada - Coconut Bark"
By RoketJSquerl
Preheat oven to 350°. Line an 11” x 17” baking sheet with parchment paper
- 2 14 oz. cans sweetened, condensed milk (approximately 3 1/2 cups)
- 1 14 oz. bag of sweetened, flaked coconut (approximately 5 1/2 cups)
- 1/2 c. light corn syrup
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
"Donairs and Donair Sauce"
By RoketJSquerl
Makes 3 lbs of meat and enough sauce for that much
- For the sauce:
- 3 to 3.5 pounds lean ground beef
- 2 tsp flour (all-purpose or whole wheat)
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 4 tsp paprika (not smoked)
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 4 tsp garlic powder
- 3 tsp dry mustard
- 1.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 can (300ml) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated milk)
- 1/3 cup white vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Pita bread, diced tomatoes, diced onion and shredded mozzarella (optional) for putting the donairs together... and lots of napkins.
"Vietnamese Chicken Pho March 4, 2016
By RoketJSquerl
Instructions In a large stockpot, bring water to a boil
- 5 quarts water
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 (3 1/2-pound) whole chicken
- 2 whole star anise
- 2 whole black cardamom pods
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 (2 1/2-inch) cinnamon stick
- 2 shallots, peeled and halved
- 1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
- 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
- 12-16 ounces dried flat rice noodles
- Lime wedges
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Fried shallots (see Notes)
- Soft cooked egg yolk (see Notes)
- Asian fish sauce
- Hot sauce such as Sriracha sauce
- Sliced green onions
- Fresh basil sprigs
- Fresh mint sprigs
- Bean sprouts
- Thinly sliced jalapeños
Apple Dumplings Using Crescent Rolls
By RoketJSquerl
Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- 4 granny smith apples
- 3 8-ounce cans crescent rolls
- 5 ounces Sprite
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups butter (3 sticks) + 1 tablespoon for buttering dish
SMOKED SAUSAGE WHITE BEAN CHILI
By RoketJSquerl
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; add sausage to hot oil and saute until browned, approximately 5...
- 1 tbsp olive or coconut oil
- 1 pkg (14-oz) smoked sausage, cut into bite-size cubes
- 1 cup low-fat chicken broth
- 2 cans (15-oz each) great northern beans
- 1 can (4 1/2-oz) chopped green chilies, drained
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- chopped fresh cilantro for garnish, if desired
- shredded Mexican-blend cheese for garnish, if desired
"Easy Peasy Party Crackers
By RoketJSquerl
Instructions Line crackers on their sides in rows of a plastic dish with a tight fitting lid (These Rubbermaid Ta...
- 5 sleeves of saltine crackers
- 1 +1/4 cup canola oil
- 1 pkg ranch dressing mix
- 1 pkg Italian dressing mix
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
"Real New England Clam Chowder"
By RoketJSquerl
For best results, use live clams
- 1/2 pound salt pork or bacon, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1 cup water or clam juice
- 2 1/2 pounds live cherrystone or littleneck clams (see note above)
- 1 quart whole milk
- 1 1/2 pounds russet or yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 bay leaves
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Oyster crackers, for serving
"Skillet Meatloaf with Pan Gravy
By RoketJSquerl
Instructions FOR THE MEATLOAF In a large bowl, add your white bread (with crust removed), and the milk
- 1 slice of white bread (crust removed)
- 3 tbsp milk
- 1 egg (beaten)
- 1 small onion (diced very finely and separated into 2 equal piles...about 1/4 cup each)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 lb ground beef (I use lean)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Reserved 1/4 cup of onions
- 2 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1 and 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup ketchup
"Pizza Braid
By RoketJSquerl
Directions: Heat oven to 350°F
- 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated pizza crust
- 1/3 cup marinara pasta sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (such as mozzarella and Cheddar)
- Pepperoni slices
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter (optional)