Kmad's profile page
Recipes
Three-Cheese Macaroni
By kmad
1.In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook macaroni according to package instructions
- Coarse salt
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups whole milk, room temperature
- 3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 8 ounces white cheddar, shredded (3 cups)
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack, shredded (1 1/2 cups)
- 1/2 ounce Parmesan, grated (1/4 cup)
Chocolate Espresso Tart
By kmad
Better than a box of chocolates, this dessert is triply indulgent
- 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, (preferably 61 percent cacao), chopped
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons good-quality ground espresso beans
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for parchment paper
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups mascarpone cheese
- 1 large egg
Pumpkin Donuts
By kmad
In place of the icing, try sprinkling these swirly doughnuts with a mixture of 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1...
- RECIPE INGREDIENTS For the Doughnuts:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup shortening, butter, or margarine, softened
- For the Icing:
- 1 cup sifted powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
- 3-4 teaspoons milk
Layered Eggplant, Zucchini and Tomato Casserole
By kmad
Preheat the oven to 425°
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing and brushing
- 3 medium zucchini (1 1/2 pounds), sliced lengthwise 1/4 inch thick
- 2 long, narrow eggplants (1 1/2 pounds), peeled and sliced lengthwise 1/3 inch thick
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 large shallot, minced
- 1 pound plum tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice
- 3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (3/4 cup)
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
- 1/3 cup panko or coarse dry bread crumbs
Stone-Fruit Trifle with Lemon Mousse
By kmad
Store-bought pound cake works well in this recipe, equally delicious with peaches, nectarines, or plums
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
- 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, plus 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
- Salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into small pieces
- 3 1/2 pounds stone fruit, such as peaches or nectarines (about 8), halved, pitted, and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 loaf homemade or store-bought pound or sponge cake, sliced 1/2 inch thick
- Garnish: lemon zest matchsticks
Ricotta Tart: Torta di Ricotta
By kmad
For the pasta frolla: Combine sugar, butter, egg, milk, baking powder and salt in a large bowl and mix well
- Pasta Frolla:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup (stick) unsalted butter
- 1 egg
- 4 tablespoons milk or water
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- Ricotta Filling:
- 1 1/2 pounds ricotta
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- Salt
- Water
Sopa Seca: Mexican Noodle Casserole
By kmad
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for pan
- 12 ounces fideos (bundled vermicelli)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano, preferably Mexican
- 1 teaspoon New Mexican chili powder
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 1/2 cups canned whole tomatoes
- 1 to 2 chipotles en adobo sauce, minced
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, homemade, or low-sodium canned
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups shredded smoked turkey
- 1 cup coarsely grated cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
- Mexican crema, or sour cream thinned with a bit of milk, optional
Red Bliss Potato Salad with Blue Cheese, Bacon, and Chives
By kmad
Reminiscent of baked potatoes topped with bacon and chives, this side dish envelops vibrant red potatoes in a tangy
- 1 1/2 pounds Red Bliss potatoes
- 3 tablespoons coarse salt
- 1 1/2 ounces Danish blue cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives, plus 1 teaspoon for garnish
- 8 bacon strips, cooked until crisp and crumbled
Jellyfish Tasting Server
By kmad
Rule a line from each point at the base to the tip of the cone
- plastic spoons
- Styrofoam cone (from a craft store)serving tray (pictured is a mirror)
- double-sided foam tape
- food to serve on the spoons
Individual Desserts (4th of July)
By kmad
See picture
- Use any Cookie Cutter for any holiday