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Mozzarella, Basil Pesto and Peperonata Panini
By cacelias
This red, white and green sandwich could be the official state snack of Italy! It is simply that delicious
- Panini Sandwiches:
- 4 Ciabatta rolls, sliced in half
- 3/4 cup Basil Pesto
- 1 cup Peperonata
- 6 oz. fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
- salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- Basil Pesto:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
- 1/2 clove garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups tightly packed fresh basil leaves, rinsed and dried
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiana-Reggiano cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened to room temperature
- Peperonata:
- 4 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- pinch of red chili flakes
- kosher salt
Beef and Bean Casserole
By cacelias
A delicious way to serve baked beans
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 package dry onion soup mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
- 2 teaspoons vinegar
- 1 -2 pound can pork 'n beans
- Bacon slices, cooked, drained
Tangy Plum Sauce
By cacelias
This dip uses bottled plum sauce, widely available in Asian markets and often in supermarkets as well
- 1/2 cup prepared Chinese-style plum sauce
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar or freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon light-brown or dark-brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Won Ton Soup
By cacelias
The fact that every little won ton needs filling, folding, and cooking means that this dish doesn't belong in the b...
- For the Won Tons:
- 3/4 pound ground pork
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 40 square won ton wrappers
- 12 cups water, plus 3 cups cold
- For the Soup:
- 6 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped green onion
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Potato, Green Cabbage and Leek Soup with Lemon Creme Fraiche
By cacelias
Hearty soup with great flavor! Alternative to the basic Potato Leek Soup I usually make! I use regular sour cream...
- 1 cup creme Fraiche (I use regular sour cream, usually)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cups diced green cabbage (I use 3 cups, equal parts to leeks and potatoes)
- 3 cups chopped leeks (3-4 large- light green and white parts only)
- 2 large shallots, finely chopped
- 3 cups peeled and cubed Yukon Gold Potatoes
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 7 cups chicken broth (I use vegetable broth)
- Red Pepper Flakes, if desired for flavor
- 3 tablespoons chopped chives, for garnish
Mini Cinnamon Rolls
By cacelias
An Elias Family Favorite! These can be made for any occasion
- Cinnamon Rolls:
- 2 cans Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- Cinnamon Sugar
- Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Sugared Bacon-Wrapped Smokies
By cacelias
Everyone loves these! Absolutely delicious!
- 1 pkg cooked sausage links
- bacon slices, cut into thirds
- brown sugar
Ice Box Dessert
By cacelias
This is a very good dessert that Kathy Hoffman made to bring to a basketball dinner that we had at our house
- 3/4 package oreos
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 3/4 gallon vanilla ice cream
- 1 large can of carnation milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 2-3 oz. chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup butter
Do-Ahead Gravy
By cacelias
The last minute whisking and stirring usually required to make a gravy can frazzle even the most seasoned kitchen v...
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
Ravioli with Tomato and Garlic Sauce
By cacelias
Very simple and delicious
- 2 pounds plum tomatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh or frozen ravioli
- freshly grated parmesan cheese