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Monthly Archives: August 2011
Some of the feelings of a hangover are caused by cogeners (toxic substances caused by fermentation).
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BAKED FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE WITH MAPLE SYRUP
1 (13-16 oz) loaf french bread
8 lg eggs
2 cups half-and-half
1 cup milk
2 tbs sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
dash salt
praline topping (recipe below)
maple syrup
slice french bread into 20 (1″) pieces. arrange slices in a generously buttered 9″x13″ baking dish in two rows, overlapping the slices. in a lg bowl, combine the eggs, half-and-half, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg & salt. beat with a rotary beater or whisk until blended, but not too bubbly. pour mixture over the bread slices, making sure all are covered evenly. spoon some of the mixture between the slices. cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
the next day, preheat oven to 350°
spread praline topping evenly over the bread. bake for 40 minutes until puffed & lightly golden. serve with maple syrup.
PRALINE TOPPING:
1/2 lb (2 sticks) butter
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
2 tbs light corn syrup
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
combine all ingredients in a medium bowl & blend well.
6-8 servings
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SLOPPY JOES
1 1/2 lbs hamburger
2/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup diced celery
1/4 cup diced green pepper
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tbs worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 tsp pepper
in a 2 qt casserole, crumble beef. add onion, celery, & green pepper. cover; microwave on HIGH 10-12 minutes, stirring every 3 minutes. drain meat well. add ketchup, worcestershire sauce, salt & pepper. cover; microwave on HIGH 7-8 minutes until hot.
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An apple, potato, & onion all taste the same if you eat them with your nose plugged. They all taste sweet.
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MEAT & POULTRY
CHOOSE PERFECT CUTS OF RED MEAT – Red meat such as beef, pork & lamb should have a moist, red surface with no signs of drying or surface film. The fat should be a creamy white color & should not be dry. Look for even, well-cut meat that is free from sinew & excess fat. To store your meat, it is best to loosely wrap it on a plate & put it in the coldest part of your refrigerator so the air can circulate around it. Red meat should be either cooked or frozen within 2-3 days of purchase.
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SALISBURY STEAK
1 envelope dry onion soup mix
2 cups water
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1/4 cup lightly packed chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 tbs butter
1 large onion, sliced
12 oz sliced mushrooms
1 beef bouillon cube
mix 2 tbs of the soup mix with 1/4 cup of the water in a bowl. mix in the ground beef & parsley & mix well. shape into 4 oval patties (or more if you want to make them smaller).
coat patties with 1 1/2 tbs of flour. melt butter in a lg skillet. add patties & cook about 10 minutes, turning once, until crusty & no longer pink in the middle. remove to plate & keep warm.
add mushrooms & onions & 1/4 cup water to drippings in the pan, scraping up any brown bits on the bottom. reduce heat to medium. cover & cook, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
mix remaining soup mix in 1 1/2 cups water & 2 1/2 tbs flour in pan. add bouillon cube and bring to a boil, cooking until thickened, about 3 minutes. return patties to skillet until heated, turning once.
4 servings
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BROCCOLI CHEESE NOODLE SOUP
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 tbs butter OR margarine
5 cups chicken broth
1 (8 oz) pkg fine egg noodles
1 (10 oz) pkg frozen chopped broccoli
1 clove garlic, minced
4 cups milk
3/4 lb american cheese, cubed
in a lg saucepan over medium heat, saute onion in butter until tender. add broth; bring to a boil. add noodles; reduce heat & cook for 3 minutes. stir in broccoli & garlic; cook for 4 minutes. add milk & cheese. cook over low heat until cheese is melted.
12 servings (about 3 qts)
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WHAT ABOUT HERB?… & SPICES? – PART I
ALLSPICE
MARKET FORMS – Whole, ground
DESCRIPTION – Small brown berry; resembles blend of cinnamon, cloves & nutmeg
EXAMPLES OF USE – Sausages & braised meats, poached fish, stewed fruits, pies, puddings
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ANISE SEED
MARKET FORMS – Whole, ground
DESCRIPTION – Small seed, licorice flavor
EXAMPLES OF USE – Cookies, pastries, breads
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BASIL
MARKET FORMS – Crushed leaves
DESCRIPTION – Aromatic leaf; member of mint family
EXAMPLES OF USE – Tomatoes & tomato dishes, pesto, egg dishes, lamb chops, eggplant, peas, squash
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BAY LEAVES
MARKET FORMS – Whole
DESCRIPTION – Stiff, dark green oblong leaves; pungent aroma
EXAMPLES OF USE – One of the most important herbs; used in stocks, sauces, stews, braised meats
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CARAWAY SEED
MARKET FORMS – Whole
DESCRIPTION – Dark brown, curved seeds; familiar rye bread seasoning.
EXAMPLES OF USE – Rye bread, cabbage, sauerkraut, pork, cheese spreads, Eastern European dishes
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CARDAMOM
MARKET FORMS – Whole pod, ground seed
DESCRIPTION – Tiny brown seeds inside white or green pod; sweet & aromatic; expensive
EXAMPLES OF USE – Pickling, Danish pastries, curries
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CAYENNE (red pepper)
MARKET FORMS – Ground
DESCRIPTION – Ground form of hot red pepper; looks like paprika, but is extremely hot
EXAMPLES OF USE – In small amounts in many sauces, soups, meat, fish, egg, & cheese dishes
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CELERY SEED
MARKET FORMS – Whole, ground, ground mixed with salt (celery salt)
DESCRIPTION – Tiny brown seeds with strong celery flavor
EXAMPLES OF USE – Salads, cole slaw, salad dressings, tomato products
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CHERVIL
MARKET FORMS – Crushed leaves
DESCRIPTION – Herb with mild flavor of parsley & tarragon
EXAMPLES OF USE – Soups, salads, sauces, egg & cheese dishes
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CHILI POWDER
MARKET FORMS – Ground blend
DESCRIPTION – Blend of spices including cumin, chili peppers, oregano, garlic
EXAMPLES OF USE – Chili & Mexican dishes, egg dishes, appetizers, ground meat
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CHIVES
MARKET FORMS – Fresh, dried, frozen
DESCRIPTION – Grasslike herb with onion flavor
EXAMPLES OF USE- Salads, egg & cheese dishes, fish, soups
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CINNAMON
MARKET FORMS – Sticks, ground
DESCRIPTION – Aromatic bark of cinnamon or cassia trees
EXAMPLES OF USE – Pastries, breads, desserts, cooked fruits, ham, sweet potatoes, hot beverages
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CLOVES
MARKET FORMS – Whole, ground
DESCRIPTION – Dried flower buds of a tropical tree; pungent, sweet flavor
EXAMPLES OF USE – Whole: marinades, stocks, sauces, braised meats, ham, pickling; Ground: cakes, postries, fruits
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CORIANDER
MARKET FORMS – Whole, ground
DESCRIPTION – Round, light brown, hollow seed, slightly sweet, musty flavor
EXAMPLES OF USE – Pickling, sausage, pork, curried dishes, gingerbread
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THE RECIPE – TERMS -PART IV
EP WEIGHT – “Edible Portion” – The weight of an item after all trimming & preparation is done.
AS WEIGHT – “As Served” – When foods such as fruits are served raw, AS may be the same as EP. But if the food is cooked, these weights are different.
HIDDEN COST – Include EVERYTHING. That means garnishes, condiments, even oil used for frying.