medium potatoes, peeled and sliced3/4 c. milk4 T. butter1/2 medium onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 c. sharp cheddar, grated1/2 c. Monterrey jack cheese, grated1/4 c. parmesan cheese, grated In a medium pan, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic for 4 minutes over medium heat. Add potatoes and stir, making sure each potato is coated with the melted butter. Cook for … [Read more...] about Scalloped Potatoes
Holidays
Aunt Marian’s Chocolate Mousse Pie
8 oz. semi sweet chocolate chips4 oz. dark chocolate chipschocolate shavings of your favorite chocolate6 T. unsalted butter @ room temp.6 large eggs, separated1 T. cream of tartar1/2 c. plus 4 T. sugar3 c. heavy cream, cold2 t. pure vanilla extract plus 1 t.1 box Chocolate wafer cookies (like nilla wafers)2 T. powdered sugar Topping:Put 2 cups of whipping cream in the mixing … [Read more...] about Aunt Marian’s Chocolate Mousse Pie
Best Fried Shrimp with Dipping Sauce
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
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
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
Stuffed Flank Steak
1.5 lbs. flank steak8 oz. baby bella mushrooms1 medium onion, peeled and quartered6 slices bacon4 cloves garlic1 1/2 t. salt1/4 t. black pepper, freshly ground1 1/2 T. Grill Mates Montreal Steak seasoninga few toothpicks Directions In a food processor, finely process mushrooms, bacon, onion, 1/2 t. salt and garlic. Cook in a frying pan over medium heat for 10 minutes, … [Read more...] about Stuffed Flank Steak
Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients 4 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thickly sliced1 1/2 c. heavy whipping cream1 1/2 sticks butter2 t. salt1/4 t. black pepper, freshly ground Directions Soak the potatoes in stock pot with water just covering them for 5 minutes. Drain off and add the same amount of water. Boil over high heat for 25 minutes. Drain. Return to medium heat for 2 minutes, … [Read more...] about Mashed Potatoes