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Sweet and Spicy Pecans
By west757
My version of the popular snack
- 2 lbs of pecan halves
- 3 tablespoons Just Egg Whites mixed with 6 tbs warm water
- 3 tablespoons cold water
- 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 teaspoons ground ginger
- 8 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground cloves
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 6 tbs. Smart Balance spread
Winter Squash Soup with Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
By west757
Chef Susur Lee is renowned for his creative, complex, Asian-inflected dishes at his restaurants in Toronto, Manhatt...
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
- 1 celery rib, coarsely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 quart chicken stock or low-sodium broth
- 1 quart water
- 4 pounds kabocha or butternut squash—peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes
- Salt and freshly ground white pepper
- Large pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
- Salted roasted pumpkin seeds, honey and diced cucumber, for garnish (optional)
Arugula Salad with Shrimp, Corn, Cherry Tomatoes & Red Chile
By west757
Easy recipe that is always a crowd pleaser
- 2 Tbs. red-wine vinegar
- 1 small clove garlic, pounded to a paste with a pinch of salt
- 1 large shallot, halved and thinly sliced lengthwise
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears corn)
- 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
- 3/4 lb. large shrimp (about 12), peeled, deveined, and halved lengthwise
- Kosher salt
- 3/4 lb. cherry tomatoes, cut in half (2 heaping cups)
- 1 medium fresh red chile (such as Fresno), seeded and finely diced
- 2 tsp. chopped fresh marjoram or oregano
- 1/2 lb. arugula (about 8 lightly packed cups), washed and spun dry
Frozen Hot Chocolate
By west757
This delicious cross between a milk shake and a slushie makes for a surprisingly refreshing (and easy) summertime d...
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- Kosher salt
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 3 Tbs. bittersweet or semisweet chocolate shavings (made with a vegetable peeler)
Redstone Chili with Sour Cream, Tillamook Cheddar and Scallions
By west757
For Chili: In a saucepan or large skillet, brown the ground beef and drain the beef in a colander to remove the re...
- Make 1 to 2 days prior to serving
- 11/4 pounds ground beef, 80/20
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup celery, 1/4 inch diced
- 1 cup onions, 1/4 inch diced
- 1/2 cup green peppers, seeded, 1/4 inch diced
- 1 tablespoon chipotle pepper puree
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon beef base
- 11/4 teaspoon dry oregano leaves
- 11/2 tablespoon ground cumin
- 11/2 tablespoon chili powder
- 11/2 teaspoon paprika
- 11/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 11/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cups diced tomatoes, canned or fresh Roma tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tomato juice
- 4 cups tomato puree
- 1 cup chili sauce
- 2 cups kidney beans, rinsed and drained well
Best Ever Frosting
By west757
A light easy recipe using everyday ingredients found in your home
- 5 Tablespoons Flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla
- 1 cup Butter
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar (not Powdered Sugar!)
Caramel Apples
By west757
An easy recipe for more experienced cooks
- 6 small red apples, such as Braeburn, Gala, or Pink Lady
- 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3-1/2 Tbs. unsalted butter, cut into 3 pieces
Cranberry Coffee Cake
By west757
A twist on a old-favorite
- Topping
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup whole-grain pastry flour
- 1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 Tbsp butter, at room temperature
- Coffee Cake
- 2 cups whole-grain pastry flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 1 lg egg
- 1 lg egg white
- 1 Tbsp grated orange peel
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
- 2 cups cranberries, coarsely chopped
Lentils with Ginger, Golden Beets, and Herbs
By west757
Lentils are enlivened by coriander, ginger, mint, and cilantro
- 1 pound (about 6 medium) trimmed golden or red beets
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 3/4 cup (6 ounces) dried lentils, such as French green or black beluga
- 6 thin slices fresh ginger plus 1 teaspoon finely grated
- 1/4 medium red onion, finely diced (1/2 cup)
- 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 1/2 teaspoons whole coriander seeds, toasted and ground, or 1 teaspoon ground
- Freshly ground pepper
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint, plus leaves for garnish
- 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, plus leaves for garnish
Creamy Semolina with Roasted Mushrooms
By west757
It takes about only three minutes to make this thick, creamy semolina on the stove; the mushrooms cook in the oven,...
- 1 pound white button mushrooms, quartered
- 1 pound shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps quartered
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 5 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
- 1 1/2 cups semolina (10 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley