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Queso Dip with Variations
By GratefulSea
CLASSIC: Melt the Velveeta in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes
- CLASSIC
- 8 oz Velveeta
- 1/2 tsp Tabasco
- 1/4 tsp chipotle powder
- kosher salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup scallions, chopped
- SPICY
- 8 oz grated extra-sharp cheddar
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 can (1-2/3 cup) evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp chile powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne
- BEER CHEESE (great with pretzels)
- 8 oz grated extra-sharp cheddar
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 2/3 cup amber beer
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 3/4 tsp mustard powder
Corn Salad with Feta and Walnuts
By GratefulSea
Sweet and salty and spicy, crunch and creamy, what's not to love?
- 1 cup walnuts
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (from 4 ears), raw or cooked
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled Feta (2 ounces)
Oven-baked French Fries
By GratefulSea
This is a much healthier recipe for french fries, originally posted to AllRecipes
- cooking spray
- 6 Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into thick fries
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, or more to taste
- 1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
ATK Simple Drop Biscuits for Two
By GratefulSea
1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 450 degrees
- 2/3 cup (3-1/3 ounces) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup buttermilk , chilled
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter , melted and hot, plus extra for brushing
Boardwalk Boss
By GratefulSea
Combine the whiskey, sweet vermouth and apple brandy in a cocktail shaker; add ice and stir
- 1-1/2 ounces whiskey
- 1/2 ounce sweet vermouth
- 1-1/2 ounces apple brandy
- Lemon twist, for garnish
Butternut Squash, Sage, Goat Cheese Lasagna
By GratefulSea
Doesn't the name alone make you want to try this one? It comes from Molly's great "food journal" blog, "Yes to Yol...
- BUTTERNUT SQUASH PUREE
- 1 large onion, peeled and diced
- 4 garlic cloves, peeled and left whole
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- CHEESE LAYER
- 8 oz crumbled goat cheese
- 1 (15-oz) container ricotta cheese (I used part-skim)
- 1 (10-oz) package of frozen spinach, defrosted, and squeezed dry
- 1/2 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, freshly grated
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- Fresh sage, chopped
- ASSEMBLY
- Marinara sauce (when making dishes with a lot of prep, I use store bought. Feel free to make your own)
- No-boil lasagna noodles (I use these. They make my life so much easier)
- 4 cups low-moisture mozzarella cheese, freshly grated (I used part-skim)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- Sage leaves
Easy Baked Mushroom Chicken
By GratefulSea
source: http://www.tasteofhome
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 pound)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 Tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
Creamy Deviled Eggs
By GratefulSea
Mash 6 hard-boiled egg yolks, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon each smooth mustard, Worcestershire sauce and wh...
- 6 eggs, hard-boiled
- 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon smooth mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon parika
- juice of 1/2 lemon (about 1 Tablespoon, plus 1-1/2 tsp)
- hot sauce
- salt
- 1/4 cup cream
- scallions
Granny's Famous Oven-Fried Chicken
By GratefulSea
Wonderful! Hot or cold! This recipe can compete with anyone’s fried chicken, but it bakes in the oven
- One 4-lb, free-range, organic chicken, cut into parts
- 2 cups low fat buttermilk
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup cornflake crumbs
- 3 Tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 Tablespoons kosher salt (if using regular salt, reduce by half)
- 2 Tablespoons Hungarian sweet paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Morton & Bassett poultry seasonings (should include cumin and ginger)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoons cayenne pepper
Creamy Apricot and Onion Dip
By GratefulSea
I am imagining grilling the apricots and onion slices on an indoor grill, or roasting them in a 400 degree oven
- 4 apricots or 2 nectarines, about 3/4 lb., pitted, and cut into 8 wedges each
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 large sweet onion, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
- 3/4 cup dairy sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Baguette slices
- 2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives, optional