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Beef and Parmesan Farfalle
By brenie_shydee
In a large skillet over medium/high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink, breaking up into 3/4 inch pie...
- 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
- 2 cups uncooked farfalle (bow tie) pasta
- 2 cups sliced zucchini, (1/4 inch thick)
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
Brennie's Dark Chocolate Mousse...YUM
By brenie_shydee
1. Bring a saucepan of water to a simmer over low heat
- 3 1/2 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/8 teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
- 1 tiny pinch salt
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream,chilled
Sour Cream Mocha Cake
By brenie_shydee
Filling: Preheat oven to 325 degrees
- Filling
- 1 tablespoon Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Cake
- 3 sticks plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup brewed espresso or very strong coffee
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup (5 ounces) very finely chopped bittersweet chocolate (61 percent cacao)
- Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
- Lightly whipped cream, for serving
No-Knead Artisan Style Bread
By brenie_shydee
Combine the flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl and mix to combine
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 2/3 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage (optional)
Healthier Beef Stroganoff
By brenie_shydee
1. Remove any fat and gristle from the roast and cut into strips 1/2-inch thick by 2-inches long
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 pound white mushrooms, sliced
- 4 green onions, sliced (white and green parts)
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/3 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups reduced-sodium beef stock, divided
- 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
- 1/3 cup light sour cream
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Flourless Chocolate-Almond Torte with Cherry Preserves and Kirsch Meringue
By brenie_shydee
1. Preheat oven to 350. Make the cake: Butter a 9" springform pan
- For the cake:
- 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 c unsweetened dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1/2 c boiling water
- 1 tbs kirsch or other cherry-flavored liqueur
- 1 c plus 2 tbs sugar
- 6 large eggs, separated (whites kept at room temp)
- 1 2/3 c finely ground almonds
- coarse salt
- 1/4 c cherry preserves
- For the meringue:
- 6 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1 1/2 c sugar
- 1 tbs kirsch or other cherry-flavored liqueur
Fusilli with Bacon and Onions
By brenie_shydee
1.While bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil, heat oil and bacon in a large skillet over medium heat unti...
- Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 slices thick-cut bacon or pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (about 3/4 cup)
- 1 large yellow onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced (3 cups)
- 3/4 pound fusilli or other short pasta
- 1 cup loosely packed fresh mint or parsley leaves, chopped
- 2 ounces finely grated Parmesan cheese, finely grated (3/4 cup)
Crispy Potatoes w/Rosemary
By brenie_shydee
Preheat oven to 450 degrees
- 2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
- Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
Mom's Meat Loaf
By brenie_shydee
1. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 3/4 cup 2% milk
- 2/3 cup finely crushed saltines
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
- Dash pepper
- 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Homemade Lemonade Ever
By brenie_shydee
1.In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 1 cup water
- 1 3/4 cups white sugar
- 8 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups lemon juice