1 1/2 c. peanut oil1 lb. Extra Large Fresh Shrimp or Colossal Farm Raised Shrimp (7 to 9 per person, depending on size)2 egg whites, beaten lightly with 2 teaspoons water1/2 t. salt1/4 t. paprika1/4 t. Garlic Magic or Garlic Powder (optional) plus 1/8 t. for dipping sauce1 sleeve saltine crackers7 oz. ketchup2 t. mayonnaise4 T. heavy whipping cream1 lemon cut in … [Read more...] about Best Fried Shrimp with Dipping Sauce
Party Pizzas
Crusts:1 T. quick-rising active dry yeast1 1/3 c. warm water (115 degrees F)1 T. olive oil1 t. salt1 c. whole wheat flour1/4 c. rye flour2-3 c. unbleached flour1-2 T. cornmealnon-stick spray Pepper Topping:2 t. olive oil1 clove garlic minced2 Italian tomatoes, sliced thinly1 T. fresh oregano, minced3 oz. mozzarella cheese, shredded1 c. canned roasted peppers1/4 c. sliced … [Read more...] about Party Pizzas
Baked Flautas
2 lbs. ground or shredded beef, cooked2 t. cumin1 medium onion, diced1 clove garlic, smashed and diced2 t. salt1/4 t. pepper1 lime, seeds removed12 of this recipe for flour tortillas or store bought8 oz. shredded Monterrey Jack Cheese4 oz. shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/2 cup cabbage, shredded3 T. canola oil1 T. butter Melt butter and canola oil in a frying pan. Sauté … [Read more...] about Baked Flautas
Coconut, Berry and Walnut Granola
6 oz. coconut2 c. instant, plain oats3 oz. Craisins3 oz. dried blueberries (or blueberry Craisins)1/2 c. chopped walnuts1/2 c. brown sugar (or splenda version of brown sugar)5 T. honey1 stick butter Melt 1/2 stick butter in deep-dish 10″ pie plate or casserole dish (8 1/2 x 11″) in a 350 degree F oven. In a large bowl, blend coconut, oats, craisins, blueberries, and … [Read more...] about Coconut, Berry and Walnut Granola
Lobster Cakes
1 1/2 lbs. lobster meat1 egg2 T. lemon juice (freshly squeezed)1 t. salt (plus scant amount for when it’s cooling)1 T. mayonnaise1 T. Worcestershire sauce1/2 t. chipotle tobasco sauce1/2 t. freshly ground black pepper2 T. Tony Chachere’s cajun seasoning1 medium white onion, diced finely1 1/2 c. fresh bread crumbs4 T. butter3 T. canola oil Blend egg, bread crumbs, mayo, lemon … [Read more...] about Lobster Cakes
A Different Kind of BLT
1 loaf French bread4 T. butter, softened1 t. garlic powder1/2 c. sharp cheddar, shredded12 oz. bacon, cooked and crisp2 roma tomatoes, sliced thinly1/2 romaine lettuce head, chopped finely Cut the French bread in half, length-wise. Spread 2 T. of butter evenly over each. Sprinkle 1/2 t. garlic over each. Cook under the broiler of your over on low for 4 minutes … [Read more...] about A Different Kind of BLT
Oxford Street Chicken Kabobs
1 bunch green onions, coarsely chopped1 c. pineapple juice1 T. sugar2 T. soy sauce1 T. teriyaki sauce1 T. canola oil1 t. salt2 t. freshly peeled and grated ginger root3/4 t. allspice1/4 t. crushed red pepper4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces16 medium fresh mushrooms1 red pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces16 cherry tomatoes1 … [Read more...] about Oxford Street Chicken Kabobs
Focaccia with Chevre and Green Onions
1 3/4 c. warm water1 T. dry yeast4 1/2 c. flour plus scant amount for kneading1/4 c. olive oil plus 8 T. separated2 1/2 t. salt6 oz. goat cheese1/4 c. minced green onions1 t. minced garlic1/8 t. dry crushed red pepper3 t. coarse salt Place 1 c. warm water in bowl of heavy mixer. Sprinkle yeast over and stir to dissolve yeast. Let stand 10 minutes. Mix in one cup of … [Read more...] about Focaccia with Chevre and Green Onions
Gram’s Banana Birthday Cake
2 1/2 c. sugar1 c. shortening or butter4 eggs1 c. sour cream3 c. all-purpose flour2 t. baking soda6 very ripe bananas, mashed (2 1/2 c.)1 T. vanilla extract Frosting:6 c. powdered sugar1/2 c. cocoa powder1/2 c. butter, softened1/2 c. brewed, strong black coffee Preheat the oven to 350°. Grease and flour three 9-inch cake pans and set aside. Cream together the sugar and … [Read more...] about Gram’s Banana Birthday Cake
Home Made Sugar Cones
2 egg whites1/2 c. sugar3/4 c. all purpose flour1/4 c. butter, melted In mixer, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar. Beat in flour and butter until just blended. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Draw two 7 inch circles on the paper. Drop 3 T. batter in the center of each circle. Spread batter to the edge of the circle. Bake … [Read more...] about Home Made Sugar Cones