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Fiery West Tennessee Chicken
By akselden
Heat butter, paprika, cayenne, pepper and, salt in a measuring cup, covered, for 1V2 minutes in a microwave oven o...
- (A microwave recipe)
- 1 tbsp.unsalted butter
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1/8 tsp. cayenne
- 1 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
- 1/8 tsp. white pepper
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 tbsp. cider vinegar
- 2 chicken breast halves, skinned and boned
FETTUCCINE - SHRIMP AND GARLIC - DAYTONS
By akselden
Note: Have ingredients ready, this dish cooks very quickly! 1
- 2 T. olive oil
- 1 lb. medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
- 6 scallions, chopped
- 1 C. fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 ib. asparagus spears, cut in thirds
- 1/2 red pepper, julienned thin
- 1/2 tsp. seasoning salt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 lb. fettuccine, cooked al dente; drained (1/2 lb. uncooked)
- 1 C. lobster stock (may substitute fist stock or clam juice)
- 1/4 C. grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 T. chopped parsley
Shrimp Salad with Lime Zest
By akselden
1. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil
- 1 cup kosher salt
- 6 cups cold water
- 2 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled
- and deveined
- 3 tablespoon's heavy cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 1/2 , teaspoons finely grated lime zest
- 1/4 cup finely diced celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill
- 1 tablespoon thinly sliced garlic chives
- Table salt and freshly ground pepper
Farfalle with Yogurt, Cucumbers, Radishes and Mint
By akselden
1. Remove the yogurt from the refrigerator an hour ahead of time to remove the chill (on a very hot and humid day, ...
- 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
- 1 large cucumber or 1/2 large European
- cucumber (8 to lO oz.)
- 1 bunch radishes, washed and trimmed
- Sea salt
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino-
- Romano
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-
- Reggiano
- 12 oz. dried farfalle
- 15 to 20 large mint leaves
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Freshly ground pepper (optional)
Chicken with Paprika Sauce
By akselden
1 In a medium bowl, toss chicken with 1tablespoon paprika, l 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 6 ounces each), cut
- crosswise into l/2-inch strips
- 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
- Coarse salt and ground pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 plum tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice
- l/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
FETTUCCINE - LEMON BASIL TOMATO SAUCE
By akselden
1. In a large bowl, mix the grated tomatoes with the onion, shredded basil, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, balsami...
- 1 lb. beefsteak tomatoes, halved and coarsely grated
- 1/4 small Vidalia onion, grated
- 1/4 C. finely shredded lemon basil, plus sprigs for garnish
- 1 T. fresh lemon juice
- 1 T. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 T. balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. chopped thyme
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 3/4 lb. fettuccine
- 1 C. cherry tomatoes, halved
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Lavendar Ice Cream with Texas Tarragon Red Wine Sauce
By akselden
In heavy saucepan, bring cream to a boil
- FOR SAUCE:
- 1 quart half-and-half or heavy cream
- 8 egg yolks
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract or
- 1/2 vanilla bean
- 1 cup fresh lavender leaves, washed
- and dried
- 2 cups dry red wine
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 3 tablespoons fresh Texas tarragon or
- 1 1/2 tablespoons each fresh tarragon
- and mint
- FOR GARNISH:
- seasonal berries
- sweetened whipped cream
- 6 sprigs fresh lavender
Thai Noodle Salad
By akselden
1. To make dressing, mix all dressing ingredients together
- Dressing:
- 12-oz. (375-g) package chow mein noodles
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and sliced
- 8 oz. (250 g) tiger shrimp (about 20 shrimp), peeled, deveined and cooked
- 1 large carrot, finely julienne
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) bean sprouts
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) finely chopped mint
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) finely chopped cilantro
- (or flat-leaf parsley)
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) finely chopped green onion
- 2 stalks celery, finely sliced
- 1/2 of a 13-oz. (398-ml) can mini corn,
- drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) rice vinegar
- 1/3 cup (75 ml) maple syrup
- 1/3 cup (75 ml) soy sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame oil
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) fish sauce (optional)
- 1/4 tsp (1 ml) chopped garlic
- 1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt
- Asian chili oil to taste (optional)
ARUGUlA WITH TAHINI DRESSING
By akselden
Combine dressing ingredients by whisking together or processing in small blender
- 10 ounces arugula
- 2 tablespoons tabini (canned sesame paste
- available in many supermarkets and
- specialty markets)
- 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh basil
- 1/4 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 1 dash Worcestershire sauce
- 1 dash Tabasco sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon toasted ground cumin
ROASTED TURKEY
By akselden
Let turkey stand at room temperature 1-1 1/2 hr
- 1 fresh turkey, about 16 lb.
- Salt and freshly ground pepper; to taste
- 4 Tbs. Williams-Sonoma Turkey Herbs
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 Tbs. (1/2 stick) softened unsalted butter
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup port
- 1 jar Turkey Gravy Base