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Ingredients 1cupchicken stock,or vegetable stock 3tbspcornstarch 1tbspolive oil 4cloves garlic,pressed or minced 1cuplow-fat milk ¾cupParmesan cheese,freshly-grated ½tspsalt ¼tspblack pepper fresh parsley,chopped, optional topping Preparation In a small bowl, whisk together stock and cornstarch until the cornstarch is dissolved. Set aside. Heat olive oil in a medium saute pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute, stirring occasionally, until fragrant. Pour in the stock-and-cornstarch slurry, and whisk until smooth....

Ingredients 1½cupswarm water,110 degrees F or 45 degrees C 1tbspwhite sugar ¼ozrapid rise yeast,(1 package) 3large eggs 1½tspcanola oil 1tspapple cider vinegar 2½cupsgluten-free all purpose baking flour,such as Bob’s Red Mill® 2tspxanthan gum 1tspsalt 2tspdill weed,dried 1½tspgarlic,minced Preparation Stir warm water with sugar together in a bowl. Sprinkle yeast packet over water mixture and allow the yeast to slightly foam for about 5 minutes. Whisk eggs, canola oil, and vinegar together in a bowl until frothy....

Ingredients 1chicken,(3 lbs) ¼cupcoconut milk,unsweetened 2tbspred curry paste 1tspdark brown sugar salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Light a grill Using kitchen shears, cut along both sides of the chicken backbone; discard the backbone Turn the chicken breast side up and press down firmly on the breast bone to crack and flatten it Using a sharp knife, cut deep slits to the bone 1/2 inch apart along the chicken legs and thighs...

Ingredients ¼cupwarm water,(between 100 to 110 degrees F) 2¼tspPlatinum Yeast by Red Star ¼cupgranulated sugar ½cupwhole milk,at room temperature 1large egg,room temperature 1tspsalt 14tbspunsalted butter,cold 2½cupsall-purpose flour,spoon & leveled, plus more for generously flouring of hands, surface, dough ⅔cupfilling,(choice of jam, cheese, marmalade, etc) 1large egg 2tbspmilk 1cupconfectioners’ sugar 2tbspmilk,or heavy cream 1tsppure vanilla extract Preparation Whisk the warm water, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar together in a large bowl....

Ingredients 2½cupsturkey juices ¼cupbutter ¼cupflour 1tspWorcestershire sauce Salt and pepper,if needed Preparation Melt the butter in a small pot over low-medium heat. Whisk in the flour, then allow to cook for about 1 minute or 2 minutes, while whisking. Pour in ½ cup of the turkey juices from the roasted turkey, then whisk until it forms a paste. Add the remaining liquid in ½ cup increments, whisking in between, until the gravy is smooth....

Ingredients 2lbschicken wingsdrumettes and wingettes 4tbspsoy sauce 2tbspKecap Manis (Sweet Soy Sauce) 2tbsphoney ½tbspsesame oil 2 clovesfresh garlic crushed or minced 2tbsphoney 2tbspSesame seedsfor garnish lemon wedges to serve Preparation Preheat oven to grill or broil settings on high heat or 400 degrees F. Wash and rinse chicken wings and pat dry. Cut the skin off of the wing drumettes, and leave it on for the wingettes. In a large shallow dish, whisk together the soy sauce, Kecap Manis, honey, sesame oil, and garlic....

Ingredients 13.7ozfull fat coconut cream,or coconut milk 2tbspconfectioners sweetener,or confectioners/icing sugar 3tbspunsweetened cocoa powder ¼tsp salt ,optional 20g70% chocolate,shaved, optional chocolate,extra shaved, to garnish Preparation Place the sealed cans of coconut cream in the refrigerator overnight. Without shaking the cans, open carefully then scoop out the thick cream sitting at the top above the water. Transfer the thick hard cream to a bowl, then discard all of the liquid left in the bottom of the cans....

Ingredients Oreo cookiecrushed (enough to line container) 1tbspmargarinemelted 1cupdark chocolate chip ¼cupsoy milkor creamer vegan whipped cream 1Oreo cookiecrushed Preparation Melt margarine for 30 seconds in the microwave, stopping every 15 to check if melted. Mix melted margarine into the crushed Oreos in the bowl you’ll be serving the tart in. In another bowl or glass cup, melt the dark chocolate and milk or creamer together for 20 to 30 seconds....

Ingredients 10wholefresh cranberries 1wedgelime 1tbspsugar 5mint leaves 1sprigmint 1shotrum Seltzer water Preparation In a rock glass combine cranberries, lime wedge, sugar, and mint leaves. Using a muddler or the handle of an ice cream scoop, crush together ingredients until all the juice has been extracted from the lime and cranberries. Fill glass with ice and add rum. Top off with seltzer and stir. Garnish with a sprig of mint. Related Video

Ingredients 2lbsgranny smith apples,peeled and sliced ¼-inch thick ⅓cupbrown sugar,packed ½cupapple juice 1tspcinnamon 1tbsplemon juice 1tbspcornstarch 1¼cupsflour 1cupsugar 2tspbaking powder 10tbspcold butter,sliced ¾cupmilk 1tbspsugar 1tspcinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease a 9×13 inch pan. Add sliced apples to the bottom. In a medium-sized saucepan add brown sugar, apple juice, cinnamon, lemon juice and cornstarch. Bring to a boil and reduce heat and let simmer until it starts to thicken....

Ingredients 4cupsromaine,chopped 1cupraspberries 2pears,thinly sliced ½cuppistachios,shelled ½cupfeta cheese,crumbled ⅓cupmayonnaise ¼cup2% milk 3tbspsugar 4tspcider vinegar 2tsppoppy seeds Preparation Whisk together in a small bowl the mayonnaise, milk, sugar, cider vinegar, and poppyseeds. Set aside. In a large bowl, add the romaine, raspberries, pears, pistachios, and feta cheese. Toss the salad. Add the poppyseed dressing and carefully toss to coat all of the ingredients. Serve immediately. Related Video

Ingredients 12smallnew potatoesscrubbed ½cupbuttersoftened 2tbspcaperschopped 1tbspminced green onion ⅓ cupgrated Parmesan cheese 2tbspchopped fresh parsley 1tspwhite wine vinegar Salt and pepperto taste Preparation Combine the softened butter, capers, green onion, Parmesan cheese, parsley and vinegar in a bowl. Set aside. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. If potatoes are large, cut into halves or quarters. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm for about 15 to 20 minutes....

Ingredients 3sourdough bread,slices, about 2 cups, torn into bite-sized pieces ¼cupextra-virgin olive oil,plus 3 tablespoons, divided ¾tspkosher salt ¼tspground black pepper ½cupwalnuts,chopped 2citrus fruits,like orange, lemon, and/or grapefruit 1small head radicchio,about 4 cups, cored and cut into bite-sized pieces 2cupsarugula ¼cupfeta cheese,crumbled Preparation Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place the bread pieces on a rimmed baking sheet and toss with ¼ cup of olive oil. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of salt and bake, tossing the bread on the baking sheet partway through, until golden and crunchy for about 15 minutes; let cool....

Ingredients ¼cuppine nuts ¼cuplemon juice,(from about 2 lemons), plus 1 tbsp salt fresh ground black pepper ½cupolive oil,plus 2 tbsp ½cuppetite peas,frozen 2cuplong grain rice 1lbchicken breasts,(about 4), boneless, skinless ¼cupgolden raisins,plus 2 tbsp 6scallions,including green tops 3tbspflat leaf parsley,minced 1½tsplemon zest,grated Preparation In a small frying pan, toast the pine nuts over moderately low heat, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes until they are golden brown. Alternatively, toast the pine nuts in a 350 degrees F oven for about 8 minutes....

Ingredients 4cupssweet potatoes,mashed 1cupwhite sugar 2eggs,beaten ½cupmilk ½tspsalt ⅓cupbutter,melted 1tspvanilla extract 1cupbrown sugar,packed ½cupall purpose flour ⅓cupbutter,melted 1cuppecans,chopped Preparation In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, milk, salt, butter, and vanilla. Mix together and pour into a greased 13×9-inch baking dish. Combine in a separate bowl the brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and pecans. Mix together and crumble over the sweet potato mixture. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F for 35 to 45 minutes....

Ingredients 14ozunsweetened coconut milk,(1 can) 2tbspwhite sugar,or to taste 1tsppure vanilla extract Preparation Refrigerate the can of coconut milk for 8 hours or overnight. Place the metal mixing bowl and beaters in the refrigerator or freezer 1 hour before making whipped cream. Open the can of coconut milk, taking care not to shake it. Scoop the coconut cream solids into a cold mixing bowl. Reserve the remaining liquid for another use....

Ingredients ½ large wonton skins vegetable cooking spray spice , or spice mix your favorite, optional ½ cup prepared mustard ¼ cup chunky chili-style sauce ⅛ cup mayonnaise style salad dressing Preparation Place wonton skins on non-stick baking sheets. Spray with cooking spray. Cut each skin into 3 strips. If desired, sprinkle lightly with favorite spice or salt. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven until lightly browned for about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1bananasliced ½avocadopeeled and sliced ½cupfresh spinach ½cup1% milk 6ice cubes 2tsphoney 1tspvanilla extract Preparation Add the banana, avocado, spinach, milk, ice cubes, honey, and vanilla extract in a blender. Blend until smooth. Serve cold, and enjoy! Related Video

Ingredients 9slicesbacon ½onion,chopped 1fresh jalapeno pepper,seeded and chopped 1fresh tomato,finely chopped ½cuptomato sauce,canned Preparation Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Remove from pan; drain on paper towels. Pour grease from pan, leaving a thin coating. Saute the onions, tomato and pepper in the pan for about 3 minutes until the onion is soft. Crumble the cooked bacon into the pan and then stir in the tomato sauce....

Ingredients 2½cupsall-purpose flour,spoon and leveled 2tbspunsweetened natural cocoa powder 1tspbaking soda ½tspsalt ¾cupunsalted butter,softened to room temperature ¾cuplight brown sugar,or dark, packed ½cupgranulated sugar 1large egg,at room temperature 1tsppure vanilla extract ¾cupNutella 1cuphazelnuts,chopped heaping 28soft caramel candies coarse salt or sea salt,for topping, optional Preparation Whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Set aside. Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment, cream the softened butter and both sugars together on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth....