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Wednesday, September 30, 2015

marilyn's green beans italiano

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup italian-seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • place the green beans in a saucepan with a lid and pour enough water over the beans to cover; bring to a boil. reduce the heat to low and cover; simmer until the beans are tender but still crisp, about 10 minutes. drain. spread the beans paper towels to dry.
  • melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat; stir the bread crumbs and parmesan cheese into the melted butter. reduce heat to low; add the beans and cook and stir until the beans are heated through and the crumbs are beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. season with salt and pepper. sprinkle the parsley over the mixture to serve.

Tuesday, September 29, 2015

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
  • cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
  • divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Monday, September 28, 2015

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 bunches green onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • in a saucepan bring water to a boil. add quinoa and a pinch of salt. reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.
  • meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots and parsley. stir in cooled quinoa.

broccoli and onion casserole

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 3 heads broccoli, cut into florets
  • 4 onions, quartered
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup italian seasoned bread crumbs

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins

    Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • place a steamer basket in a pot over boiling water, and steam the broccoli about 5 minutes, until tender. place the onions in a separate pot with enough water to cover. bring to a boil, and cook until tender. arrange the broccoli and onions in the prepared dish.
  • melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, and stir in the flour until smooth. blend in the milk until thickened. blend in the cream cheese until melted. pour the mixture over the broccoli and onions. sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and top with bread crumbs.
  • bake covered in the preheated oven 30 minutes. remove cover, and continue baking 30 minutes, until lightly browned.

Saturday, September 26, 2015

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

Friday, September 25, 2015

parmesan fried zucchini

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1/2 cup italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 zucchinis, sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese, or more to taste
  • salt to taste

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • mix bread crumbs, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, garlic powder, parsley, and black pepper in a bowl. dip zucchini slices into eggs, then press into bread crumb mixture, shaking off excess. place the breaded zucchini a plate while breading the rest; do not stack.
  • heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. fry breaded zucchini in hot oil in batches until golden brown, about 3 minutes; transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. sprinkle with 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese and salt.

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
  • cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
  • divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

ice cream kolacky

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 1 pint vanilla ice cream
  • 2 cups butter
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup fruit preserves, any flavor

Recipe

  • add flour to butter or margarine and crumble in pastry blender. add ice cream to crumbled mixture and, using dough hooks, work into dough. (if you don't have dough hooks, use your hands. rubber gloves will help cut down the cold temperature from the ice cream.) when dough is smooth, shape into ball and refrigerate overnight.
  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • roll dough to about 1/8-inch thickness on a floured surface. using the rim of a glass dipped in flour, cut out circles. place on a cookie sheet and make a thumbprint in center of each. fill thumbprints with 1/2 teaspoon fruit filling.
  • bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 20 minutes. sprinkle with confectioners' sugar when cool. eat and enjoy!

asparagus with brie

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 1/2 (2.2 pound) wheel brie cheese, sliced
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • place asparagus in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. cook until tender but still crisp, about 2 to 6 minutes. drain and place in a shallow baking dish.
  • lay cheese slices over asparagus. in a small bowl combine melted butter, bread crumbs and sesame seeds. sprinkle over cheese.
  • bake in preheated oven for 8 minutes.
  • increase oven to broil. broil just until breadcrumbs are golden brown.

Monday, September 21, 2015

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 bunches green onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • in a saucepan bring water to a boil. add quinoa and a pinch of salt. reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.
  • meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots and parsley. stir in cooled quinoa.

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

cornish splits

Ingredients

  • Servings: 9
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1 1/4 cups lukewarm milk
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled

Recipe

  • in a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the milk and add the sugar. in another bowl, sift the flour and salt together and add the cooled melted butter.
  • add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture, and turn out a floured counter and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic. place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel and let rise in a warm, draft free place to 45 minutes.
  • turn dough out the freshly floured board and shape into 9 balls. place dough balls into a buttered and floured 9 inch square pan. let them sit, covered for another 15 minutes to rise again. preheat the oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
  • bake for 15-20 minutes until browned and puffed. split open and serve warm.

apple slices brown betty

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 2 cups dry bread crumbs
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 10 cups sliced tart apple
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup applesauce
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • in a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and cloves. place half of the sliced apples in a 9x13 inch baking dish. top with half the bread crumb mixture. repeat layers. pour melted butter over all and cover with applesauce. combine remaining cinnamon with sugar and sprinkle on top.
  • bake in preheated oven 1 hour, until apples are tender and mixture is bubbly.

Sunday, September 20, 2015

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
  • cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
  • divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Saturday, September 19, 2015

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated romano cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
  • in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
  • transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Friday, September 18, 2015

eggplant and tomato casserole

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
  • salt to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, halved and sliced
  • 4 medium tomatoes, sliced
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs for topping
  • salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 50 mins

  • preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). season the eggplant slices with salt, and let stand for about 10 minutes. drain off liquid.
  • heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. quickly brown the eggplant slices on each side.
  • place a layer of the eggplant slices in an 8 inch square baking dish or casserole dish. place some tomato slices over the eggplant, and then a few slices of onion. repeat layers until you run out of eggplant. pour balsamic vinegar over everything. in a small bowl, stir together the bread crumbs and remaining olive oil. season with salt and pepper. spread in a layer over the vegetables.
  • bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is golden brown and the eggplant is tender.

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Grandpa's Special Stuffing

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 (1 pound) loaf bread, cut into cubes
  • 8 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup diced prosciutto
  • 1 cup diced salami
  • 4 ounces diced pepperoni
  • 16 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • ground black pepper to taste

Recipe

  • place bread cubes in a large bowl and sprinkle with enough water to moisten.
  • add the eggs, prosciutto, salami, pepperoni, mozzarella, parmesan, parsley and pepper; mix well.
  • place stuffing in a fowl or casserole dish. if using a casserole dish, bake uncovered at 375 degrees f (190 degrees c) for 35 to 45 minutes.

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated romano cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
  • in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
  • transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 bunches green onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • in a saucepan bring water to a boil. add quinoa and a pinch of salt. reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.
  • meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots and parsley. stir in cooled quinoa.

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
  • cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
  • divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Monday, September 14, 2015

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

cream puffs i

Ingredients

  • Servings: 20
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 egg yolks, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 4 eggs

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins

  • for the custard: in a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar, 5 tablespoons flour and a pinch of salt. stir in milk, a little at a time, until smooth. bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. boil 60 seconds, then pour a small amount of hot liquid into the 2 egg yolks, and stir. then return now heated egg yolks to saucepan and stir, over heat, until mixture starts to bubble again. remove from heat, add vanilla. cover and chill in refrigerator.
  • preheat oven to 450 degrees f (230 degrees c).
  • for the pastry: in a medium saucepan, combine shortening and water and bring to a boil. sift together 1 cup flour and a pinch of salt and pour all at once into boiling mixture. stir vigorously until mixture forms a ball. remove from heat, and add eggs, one at a time, stirring vigorously after each addition. drop by spoonfuls baking sheet, or pipe into desired shape.
  • bake 10 minutes in the preheated oven, then reduce heat to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c) and bake 25 minutes more, or until golden. cool completely, split, fill with custard, and replace tops.

Sunday, September 13, 2015

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
  • cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
  • divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated romano cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
  • in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
  • transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
  • cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
  • divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Saturday, September 12, 2015

cauliflower side dish

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1 head cauliflower, quartered
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup minced onion
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup italian-seasoned dry bread crumbs
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • place the cauliflower into a large pot and cover with water. bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until fork-tender, 5 to 7 minutes. drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two; chop into bite-size pieces.
  • melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. cook the onion in the butter until the onion is browned, about 5 minutes. add 3 tablespoons of butter and cook until the butter is melted. stir in the bread crumbs and cook until the mixture . mix the cauliflower into the skillet and cook until the cauliflower is warm, 3 to 5 minutes. season with salt and black pepper; serve hot.

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

Friday, September 11, 2015

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 bunches green onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • in a saucepan bring water to a boil. add quinoa and a pinch of salt. reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.
  • meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots and parsley. stir in cooled quinoa.

Irish Soda Bread Cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 3
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup dried currants
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seed

Recipe

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • combine dry ingredients in a mixing bowl. with a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal. stir in currants.
  • mix in beaten egg. pour in milk and mix with a fork to make a soft dough (may need a little more milk).
  • on a floured surface, shape dough into a ball and knead lightly 5 or 6 times. roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick and cut into squares and triangles with a knife (approximately 2 inches in diameter).
  • bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until slightly browned.

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated romano cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
  • in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
  • transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
  • cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
  • divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated romano cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
  • in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
  • transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 bunches green onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • in a saucepan bring water to a boil. add quinoa and a pinch of salt. reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.
  • meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots and parsley. stir in cooled quinoa.

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
  • cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
  • divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Irish Soda Bread Cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 3
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup dried currants
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seed

Recipe

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • combine dry ingredients in a mixing bowl. with a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal. stir in currants.
  • mix in beaten egg. pour in milk and mix with a fork to make a soft dough (may need a little more milk).
  • on a floured surface, shape dough into a ball and knead lightly 5 or 6 times. roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick and cut into squares and triangles with a knife (approximately 2 inches in diameter).
  • bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until slightly browned.

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

Monday, September 7, 2015

easy eggplant dish

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1 eggplant, diced
  • 1 yellow squash, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/8 cup canned sliced green chiles
  • 1/3 cup crushed buttery round crackers
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 50 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. add eggplant and squash and cook until tender but still firm, about 10 minutes. drain and cool.
  • in a 2 quart casserole dish combine eggplant, squash, onions, bread crumbs, butter and chiles. sprinkle crushed crackers and cheese over the top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Sunday, September 6, 2015

Kulfi

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 1/4 cups evaporated milk
  • 1 1/4 cups sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 4 slices bread, torn into pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 8 hrs 20 mins

  • combine evaporated milk, condensed milk and whipped topping in a blender and blend in pieces of bread until smooth.
  • pour mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish or two plastic ice cube trays, sprinkle with cardamom and freeze for 8 hours or overnight.

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 bunches green onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • in a saucepan bring water to a boil. add quinoa and a pinch of salt. reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.
  • meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots and parsley. stir in cooled quinoa.

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 bunches green onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • in a saucepan bring water to a boil. add quinoa and a pinch of salt. reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.
  • meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots and parsley. stir in cooled quinoa.

easy eggplant dish

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1 eggplant, diced
  • 1 yellow squash, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/8 cup canned sliced green chiles
  • 1/3 cup crushed buttery round crackers
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 50 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. add eggplant and squash and cook until tender but still firm, about 10 minutes. drain and cool.
  • in a 2 quart casserole dish combine eggplant, squash, onions, bread crumbs, butter and chiles. sprinkle crushed crackers and cheese over the top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated romano cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
  • in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
  • transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Saturday, September 5, 2015

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 bunches green onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • in a saucepan bring water to a boil. add quinoa and a pinch of salt. reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.
  • meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots and parsley. stir in cooled quinoa.

squash casserole ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 pounds yellow squash, chopped
  • 1/4 pound butter, softened
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 (6 ounce) can french fried onions

Recipe

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • bring a pot of salted water to a boil. add squash; cook until tender but still firm. drain, and transfer to a large bowl.
  • add the butter, mayonnaise, eggs and sugar; mix together.
  • sprinkle 1/2 bread crumbs on bottom of six quart casserole dish. pour squash mixture on top and sprinkle with remaining bread crumbs and cheese.
  • bake for 20 minutes, top with onion rings and bake for additional 10 minutes.

Friday, September 4, 2015

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Thursday, September 3, 2015

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
  • cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
  • divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated romano cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
  • in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
  • transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Mediterranean Summer Tomatoes

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 5 fresh tomatoes
  • 5 shallots, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 loaf french bread, for dipping (optional)

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 15 mins

  • core and slice the tomatoes, and arrange them in a serving dish. sprinkle the shallots over the tomatoes. whisk the olive oil and balsamic vinegar together with a fork, then pour over the tomatoes. let stand for 5 minutes before serving, or refrigerate, covered, for up to 3 days. eat with french bread, and dip the bread in the marinade when finished with the tomatoes.

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 bunches green onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • in a saucepan bring water to a boil. add quinoa and a pinch of salt. reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.
  • meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots and parsley. stir in cooled quinoa.

brennan's irish soda bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons distilled vinegar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 5 mins

  • stir the milk and vinegar together, and allow to stand until curdled, about 10 minutes.
  • preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). grease a baking sheet. in a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  • gradually stir the soured milk into the flour mixture until the dough just comes together, and turn the dough out a well-floured surface. knead a few times, and shape into a round. place the dough the prepared baking sheet. with a sharp knife, cut an x shape into the top of the dough to release steam and help the bread keep its round shape.
  • bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 45 minutes.

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 bunches green onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • in a saucepan bring water to a boil. add quinoa and a pinch of salt. reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.
  • meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots and parsley. stir in cooled quinoa.

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
  • cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
  • divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

zucchini parmigiana

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3 large zucchinis, sliced
  • 8 egg whites, divided
  • 3 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 cups tomato sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). lightly grease a medium baking sheet.
  • in a shallow, medium bowl, mix bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic, basil, and oregano. set aside 2/3 cup of the mixture.
  • place 2 egg whites in a small bowl. dip zucchini slices in the egg whites, then coat with the bread crumb mixture. arrange coated slices on the prepared baking sheet, and bake 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly browned.
  • in a medium bowl, mix ricotta, parsley, and the remaining 6 egg whites.
  • spread 1/2 the tomato sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. layer with 1/2 the zucchini, 1/2 the ricotta mixture, and 1/2 the mozzarella cheese. repeat layers, and top with remaining bread crumb mixture.
  • bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven. serve warm.

syrian bread

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 1/8 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • place ingredients in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. select dough cycle; press start.
  • preheat oven to 475 degrees f (245 degrees c).
  • once the dough has risen, turn it out a lightly floured surface. divide the dough into eight equal pieces and form into rounds. cover the rounds with a damp cloth and let rest.
  • roll dough into thin flat circles, about 8 inches in diameter. cook two at a time on preheated baking sheets or a baking stone until puffed up and golden brown, about 5 minutes. repeat for remaining loaves.

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
  • bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 bunches green onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • in a saucepan bring water to a boil. add quinoa and a pinch of salt. reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.
  • meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots and parsley. stir in cooled quinoa.

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Naan

Ingredients

  • Servings: 14
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs

  • in a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand about 10 minutes, until frothy. stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. knead for 6 to 8 minutes on a lightly floured surface, or until smooth. place dough in a well oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside to rise. let it rise 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • punch down dough, and knead in garlic. pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. roll into balls, and place on a tray. cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • during the second rising, preheat grill to high heat.
  • at grill side, roll one ball of dough out into a thin circle. lightly oil grill. place dough on grill, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. brush cooked side with butter, and cook until browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. remove from grill, and continue the process until all the naan has been prepared.

asparagus oregenato

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 cups seasoned bread crumbs
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • garlic powder to taste
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 4 tablespoons butter, sliced

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
  • place asparagus in a 9x13 inch baking dish, and cover with bread crumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder and parmesan cheese. lay slices of butter on top.
  • bake, covered, for 30 minutes. remove cover, and bake 5 minutes more, or until browned on top.