chocolate crinkles ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs


• in a medium bowl, mix together cocoa, white sugar, and vegetable oil. beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the cocoa mixture. cover dough, and chill for at least 4 hours.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line cookie sheets with parchment paper. roll dough into one inch balls. i like to use a number 50 size scoop. coat each ball in confectioners' sugar before placing prepared cookie sheets.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. let stand on the cookie sheet for a minute before transferring to wire racks to cool.

Quinoa And Black Beans

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3/4 cup quinoa
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
• mix quinoa into onion mixture and cover with vegetable broth; season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. bring the mixture to a boil. cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
• stir frozen corn into the saucepan, and continue to simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes; mix in the black beans and cilantro.

Best Ever Banana Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/3 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup mashed bananas
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Recipe

• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). spray one 9x5 inch loaf pan with non-stick spray coating.
• blend together the eggs, buttermilk, oil and bananas.
• sift together the sugar, flour, baking soda and salt. add to banana mixture and stir in pecans. mix well.
• pour into prepared loaf pan and bake 1 hour and 20 minutes or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.

Slow Cooker Stuffing

Ingredients

• Servings: 16
• 1 cup butter or margarine
• 2 cups chopped onion
• 2 cups chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 12 ounces sliced mushrooms
• 12 cups dry bread cubes
• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 1/2 cups chicken broth, or as needed
• 2 eggs, beaten

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 8 hrs 55 mins

Ready Time: 9 hrs 20 mins


• melt butter or margarine in a skillet over medium heat. cook onion, celery, mushroom, and parsley in butter, stirring frequently.
• spoon cooked vegetables over bread cubes in a very large mixing bowl. season with poultry seasoning, sage, thyme, marjoram, and salt and pepper. pour in enough broth to moisten, and mix in eggs. transfer mixture to slow cooker, and cover.
• cook on high for 45 minutes, then reduce heat to low, and cook for 4 to 8 hours.

Mom's Zucchini Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 1/4 cups white sugar
• 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups grated zucchini
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• grease and flour two 8 x 4 inch pans. preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
• sift flour, salt, baking powder, soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
• beat eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar together in a large bowl. add sifted ingredients to the creamed mixture, and beat well. stir in zucchini and nuts until well combined. pour batter into prepared pans.
• bake for 40 to 60 minutes, or until tester inserted in the center comes out clean. cool in pan on rack for 20 minutes. remove bread from pan, and completely cool.

marinated barbequed vegetables

Ingredients

• Servings: 5
• 1 small eggplant, cut into 3/4 inch thick slices
• 2 small red bell peppers, seeded and cut into wide strips
• 3 zucchinis, sliced
• 6 fresh mushrooms, stems removed
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• place eggplant, red bell peppers, zucchinis and fresh mushrooms in a medium bowl.
• in a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, basil and garlic. pour the mixture over the vegetables, cover and marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour.
• preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
• place vegetables directly on the grill or on skewers. cook on the prepared grill 2 to 3 minutes per side, brushing frequently with the marinade, or to desired doneness.

Zucchini Patties

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 2 cups grated zucchini
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• in a medium bowl, combine the zucchini, eggs, onion, flour, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and salt. stir well enough to distribute ingredients evenly.
• heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. drop zucchini mixture by heaping tablespoonfuls, and cook for a few minutes on each side until golden.

pizza dough i

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. mix in oil and warm water. spread out on a large pizza pan. top as desired.
• bake at 375 degrees c (190 degrees c) for 20 to 25 minutes.

Quinoa And Black Beans

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3/4 cup quinoa
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
• mix quinoa into onion mixture and cover with vegetable broth; season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. bring the mixture to a boil. cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
• stir frozen corn into the saucepan, and continue to simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes; mix in the black beans and cilantro.

tiramisu layer cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• cake:
• 1 (18.25 ounce) package moist white cake mix
• 1 teaspoon instant coffee powder
• 1/4 cup coffee
• 1 tablespoon coffee flavored liqueur
• filling:
• 1 (8 ounce) container mascarpone cheese
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons coffee flavored liqueur
• frosting:
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons coffee flavored liqueur
• garnish:
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 (1 ounce) square semisweet chocolate

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour 3 (9 inch) pans.
• prepare the cake mix according to package directions. divide two thirds of batter between 2 pans. stir instant coffee into remaining batter; pour into remaining pan.
• bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack and cool completely. in a measuring cup, combine brewed coffee and 1 tablespoon coffee liqueur; set aside.
• to make the filling: in a small bowl, using an electric mixer set on low speed, combine mascarpone, 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar and 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur; beat just until smooth. cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
• to make the frosting: in a medium bowl, using an electric mixer set on medium-high speed, beat the cream, 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar and 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur until stiff. fold 1/2 cup of cream mixture into filling mixture.
• to assemble the cake: place one plain cake layer on a serving plate. using a thin skewer, poke holes in cake, about 1 inch apart. pour one third of reserved coffee mixture over cake, then spread with half of the filling mixture. top with coffee-flavored cake layer; poke holes in cake. pour another third of the coffee mixture over the second layer and spread with the remaining filling. top with remaining cake layer; poke holes in cake. pour remaining coffee mixture on top. spread sides and top of cake with frosting. place cocoa in a sieve and lightly dust top of cake. garnish with chocolate curls. refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.
• to make the chocolate curls, use a vegetable peeler and run it down the edge of the chocolate bar.

Quinoa And Black Beans

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3/4 cup quinoa
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
• mix quinoa into onion mixture and cover with vegetable broth; season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. bring the mixture to a boil. cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
• stir frozen corn into the saucepan, and continue to simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes; mix in the black beans and cilantro.

roasted brussels sprouts

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 1/2 pounds brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and yellow leaves removed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Recipe

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


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (205 degrees c).
• place trimmed brussels sprouts, olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. seal tightly, and shake to coat. pour a baking sheet, and place on center oven rack.
• roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, shaking pan every 5 to 7 minutes for even browning. reduce heat when necessary to prevent burning. brussels sprouts should be darkest brown, almost black, when done. adjust seasoning with kosher salt, if necessary. serve immediately.

bunuelos

Ingredients

• Servings: 16
• 4 eggs
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Recipe

• in a large bowl combine eggs with 1/4 cup sugar and beat until thick and lemon-colored. add the oil. combine separately 1-1/2 cups of the flour, the baking powder and the salt. gradually add this to the egg mixture and beat well.
• turn dough out a floured board (use remaining 1/2 cup flour) and knead thoroughly until dough is smooth.
• shape dough into sixteen balls. roll each one into a circle about 5 inches in diameter. let stand uncovered on waxed paper for about 10 minutes.
• heat oil in a deep fry pan to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). fry circles until golden brown, turning once. drain on paper towels. sprinkle with sugar/cinnamon mixture. store airtight.

Amish White Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 2/3 cup white sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 6 cups bread flour

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins


• in a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water, and then stir in yeast. allow to proof until yeast resembles a creamy foam.
• mix salt and oil into the yeast. mix in flour one cup at a time. knead dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. place in a well oiled bowl, and turn dough to coat. cover with a damp cloth. allow to rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
• punch dough down. knead for a few minutes, and divide in half. shape into loaves, and place into two well oiled 9x5 inch loaf pans. allow to rise for 30 minutes, or until dough has risen 1 inch above pans.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 30 minutes.

chocolate crinkles ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs


• in a medium bowl, mix together cocoa, white sugar, and vegetable oil. beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the cocoa mixture. cover dough, and chill for at least 4 hours.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line cookie sheets with parchment paper. roll dough into one inch balls. i like to use a number 50 size scoop. coat each ball in confectioners' sugar before placing prepared cookie sheets.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. let stand on the cookie sheet for a minute before transferring to wire racks to cool.

basic flaky pie crust

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup shortening, chilled
• 3 tablespoons ice water

Recipe

• whisk the flour and salt together in a medium size bowl. with a pastry blender, cut in the cold shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoons ice water over flour. toss mixture with a fork to moisten, adding more water a few drops at a time until the dough comes together.
• gently gather dough particles together into a ball. wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes before rolling.
• roll out dough, and put in a pie plate. fill with desired filling and bake.

too much chocolate cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
• 1 (5.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, mix together the cake and pudding mixes, sour cream, oil, beaten eggs and water. stir in the chocolate chips and pour batter into a well greased 12 cup bundt pan.
• bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until top is springy to the touch and a wooden toothpick inserted comes out clean. cool cake thoroughly in pan at least an hour and a half before inverting a plate if desired, dust the cake with powdered sugar.

Mouth-watering Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 12 whole fresh mushrooms
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. clean mushrooms with a damp paper towel. carefully break off stems. chop stems extremely fine, discarding tough end of stems.
• heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. add garlic and chopped mushroom stems to the skillet. fry until any moisture has disappeared, taking care not to burn garlic. set aside to cool.
• when garlic and mushroom mixture is no longer hot, stir in cream cheese, parmesan cheese, black pepper, onion powder and cayenne pepper. mixture should be very thick. using a little spoon, fill each mushroom cap with a generous amount of stuffing. arrange the mushroom caps on prepared cookie sheet.
• bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the mushrooms are piping hot and liquid starts to form under caps.

patacones de colombia (fried plantains)

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/2 cup oil for frying
• 1 ripe plantain, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds
• 1 pinch salt

Recipe

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


• place a plate, upside-down, a work surface.
• heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. fry plantain slices in the hot oil until slightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. transfer plantain slices using a slotted spoon the upside-down plate, reserving oil in the skillet. place a second plate, right-side up, the plantains. smash the plantain slices by gently pressing the top plate into the bottom plate.
• place the smashed plantains in the hot oil and fry until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. transfer fried plantains to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle salt over plantains.

Listy Iii

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 egg
• 3 egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 egg white
• 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
• 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 1/2 cup fruit preserves, any flavor

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• mix together one egg, three egg yolks, sugar, cream and salt. gradually stir in flour until dough becomes stiff enough to roll.
• roll very thin but cut into small circles (2-3 inches diameter). cut small slits (about 1/4 to 1/2 inch) at 12:00, 3:00, 6:00, and 9:00 positions. paste three circles together in center using egg white.
• fry cookies in hot oil - sides will curl up like a rose. after draining on paper towels, place a small amount of red jelly in the center of each rose and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

Sam's Famous Carrot Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 cups shredded carrots
• 1 cup flaked coconut
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
• 1 cup raisins

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour an 8x12 inch pan.
• in a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. set aside.
• in a large bowl, combine eggs, buttermilk, oil, sugar and vanilla. mix well. add flour mixture and mix well.
• in a medium bowl, combine shredded carrots, coconut, walnuts, pineapple and raisins.
• using a large wooden spoon or a very heavy whisk, add carrot mixture to batter and fold in well.
• pour into prepared 8x12 inch pan, and bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 1 hour. check with toothpick.
• allow to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving.

chocolate crinkles ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs


• in a medium bowl, mix together cocoa, white sugar, and vegetable oil. beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the cocoa mixture. cover dough, and chill for at least 4 hours.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line cookie sheets with parchment paper. roll dough into one inch balls. i like to use a number 50 size scoop. coat each ball in confectioners' sugar before placing prepared cookie sheets.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. let stand on the cookie sheet for a minute before transferring to wire racks to cool.

pan-fried mustard mayonnaise tilapia

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon ground thyme
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/3 cup spicy brown mustard
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed
• 6 tilapia fillets

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• stir together the panko crumbs, salt, paprika, thyme, black pepper, and dried parsley in a bowl until thoroughly combined. in another bowl, mix the brown mustard and mayonnaise until smooth.
• heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until the oil shimmers. dip each tilapia fillet into the mustard mixture, then coat on all sides with the seasoned panko crumbs. lay the coated fillets gently into the hot oil, and cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.

marinated barbequed vegetables

Ingredients

• Servings: 5
• 1 small eggplant, cut into 3/4 inch thick slices
• 2 small red bell peppers, seeded and cut into wide strips
• 3 zucchinis, sliced
• 6 fresh mushrooms, stems removed
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• place eggplant, red bell peppers, zucchinis and fresh mushrooms in a medium bowl.
• in a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, basil and garlic. pour the mixture over the vegetables, cover and marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour.
• preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
• place vegetables directly on the grill or on skewers. cook on the prepared grill 2 to 3 minutes per side, brushing frequently with the marinade, or to desired doneness.

Mom's Zucchini Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 1/4 cups white sugar
• 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups grated zucchini
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• grease and flour two 8 x 4 inch pans. preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
• sift flour, salt, baking powder, soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
• beat eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar together in a large bowl. add sifted ingredients to the creamed mixture, and beat well. stir in zucchini and nuts until well combined. pour batter into prepared pans.
• bake for 40 to 60 minutes, or until tester inserted in the center comes out clean. cool in pan on rack for 20 minutes. remove bread from pan, and completely cool.

Quinoa And Black Beans

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3/4 cup quinoa
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
• mix quinoa into onion mixture and cover with vegetable broth; season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. bring the mixture to a boil. cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
• stir frozen corn into the saucepan, and continue to simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes; mix in the black beans and cilantro.

pizza dough i

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. mix in oil and warm water. spread out on a large pizza pan. top as desired.
• bake at 375 degrees c (190 degrees c) for 20 to 25 minutes.

yummy veggie omelet

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 4 eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 ounces shredded swiss cheese

Recipe

• melt one tablespoon butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. place onion and bell pepper inside of the skillet. cook for 4 to 5 minutes stirring occasionally until vegetables are just tender.
• while the vegetables are cooking beat the eggs with the milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.
• shred the cheese into a small bowl and set it aside.
• remove the vegetables from heat, transfer them to another bowl and sprinkle the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt over them.
• melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter (in the skillet just used to cook the vegetables) over medium heat. coat the skillet with the butter. when the butter is bubbly add the egg mixture and cook the egg for 2 minutes or until the eggs begin to set on the bottom of the pan. gently lift the edges of the omelet with a spatula to let the uncooked part of the eggs flow toward the edges and cook. continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes or until the center of the omelet starts to look dry.
• sprinkle the cheese over the omelet and spoon the vegetable mixture into the center of the omelet. using a spatula gently fold one edge of the omelet over the vegetables. let the omelet cook for another two minutes or until the cheese melts to your desired consistency. slide the omelet out of the skillet and a plate. cut in half and serve.

Pumpkin Bread Iv

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 3 cups canned pumpkin puree
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
• 4 cups white sugar
• 6 eggs
• 4 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cloves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour three 9x5 inch loaf pans.
• in a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin, oil, sugar, and eggs. combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves; stir into the pumpkin mixture until well blended. divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
• bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour. the top of the loaf should spring back when lightly pressed.

Amish White Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 2/3 cup white sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 6 cups bread flour

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins


• in a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water, and then stir in yeast. allow to proof until yeast resembles a creamy foam.
• mix salt and oil into the yeast. mix in flour one cup at a time. knead dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. place in a well oiled bowl, and turn dough to coat. cover with a damp cloth. allow to rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
• punch dough down. knead for a few minutes, and divide in half. shape into loaves, and place into two well oiled 9x5 inch loaf pans. allow to rise for 30 minutes, or until dough has risen 1 inch above pans.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 30 minutes.

roasted brussels sprouts

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 1/2 pounds brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and yellow leaves removed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Recipe

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


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (205 degrees c).
• place trimmed brussels sprouts, olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. seal tightly, and shake to coat. pour a baking sheet, and place on center oven rack.
• roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, shaking pan every 5 to 7 minutes for even browning. reduce heat when necessary to prevent burning. brussels sprouts should be darkest brown, almost black, when done. adjust seasoning with kosher salt, if necessary. serve immediately.

Quinoa And Black Beans

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3/4 cup quinoa
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
• mix quinoa into onion mixture and cover with vegetable broth; season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. bring the mixture to a boil. cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
• stir frozen corn into the saucepan, and continue to simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes; mix in the black beans and cilantro.

chocolate crinkles ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs


• in a medium bowl, mix together cocoa, white sugar, and vegetable oil. beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the cocoa mixture. cover dough, and chill for at least 4 hours.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line cookie sheets with parchment paper. roll dough into one inch balls. i like to use a number 50 size scoop. coat each ball in confectioners' sugar before placing prepared cookie sheets.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. let stand on the cookie sheet for a minute before transferring to wire racks to cool.

Quinoa And Black Beans

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3/4 cup quinoa
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
• mix quinoa into onion mixture and cover with vegetable broth; season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. bring the mixture to a boil. cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
• stir frozen corn into the saucepan, and continue to simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes; mix in the black beans and cilantro.

Mouth-watering Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 12 whole fresh mushrooms
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. clean mushrooms with a damp paper towel. carefully break off stems. chop stems extremely fine, discarding tough end of stems.
• heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. add garlic and chopped mushroom stems to the skillet. fry until any moisture has disappeared, taking care not to burn garlic. set aside to cool.
• when garlic and mushroom mixture is no longer hot, stir in cream cheese, parmesan cheese, black pepper, onion powder and cayenne pepper. mixture should be very thick. using a little spoon, fill each mushroom cap with a generous amount of stuffing. arrange the mushroom caps on prepared cookie sheet.
• bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the mushrooms are piping hot and liquid starts to form under caps.

Bbq Tuna Fritters

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 (6 ounce) can light tuna in water, drained
• 1 egg
• 2/3 cup quick-cooking oats
• 3 tablespoons barbeque sauce
• 3 tablespoons chopped green onion
• 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon dried savory
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• in a medium bowl, stir together the tuna, egg and oats until blended. mix in the barbeque sauce, green onion, hot pepper sauce, savory, and salt.
• heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. spoon tablespoonfuls of the tuna mixture into the pan, and flatten slightly. smaller patties hold together better. cook until browned on each side, about 3 minutes per side.

too much chocolate cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
• 1 (5.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, mix together the cake and pudding mixes, sour cream, oil, beaten eggs and water. stir in the chocolate chips and pour batter into a well greased 12 cup bundt pan.
• bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until top is springy to the touch and a wooden toothpick inserted comes out clean. cool cake thoroughly in pan at least an hour and a half before inverting a plate if desired, dust the cake with powdered sugar.

Zucchini Spice Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 cups grated unpeeled zucchini
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 5 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease one 9x13 inch pan.
• place grated zucchini in a colander and set aside to drain.
• whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl until well blended. beat the eggs, applesauce, oil, and vanilla in a separate bowl until smooth. fold in the flour mixture, then stir in the zucchini. pour the batter into the prepared pan.
• bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 45 to 55 minutes. allow to cool completely before cutting.

Sam's Famous Carrot Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 cups shredded carrots
• 1 cup flaked coconut
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
• 1 cup raisins

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour an 8x12 inch pan.
• in a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. set aside.
• in a large bowl, combine eggs, buttermilk, oil, sugar and vanilla. mix well. add flour mixture and mix well.
• in a medium bowl, combine shredded carrots, coconut, walnuts, pineapple and raisins.
• using a large wooden spoon or a very heavy whisk, add carrot mixture to batter and fold in well.
• pour into prepared 8x12 inch pan, and bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 1 hour. check with toothpick.
• allow to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving.

strufoli i

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 4 eggs
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 16 ounces honey
• 1/2 vanilla bean, halved lengthwise
• 4 tablespoons chopped semisweet chocolate
• 1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds
• 1 (1.75 ounce) package multicolored sprinkles (jimmies)
• 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
• 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Recipe

• place eggs in bowl and beat until they have tripled in volume. add flour gradually until well blended (do not use all the flour). the dough should remain slightly sticky.
• transfer to floured board. cut off a piece at a time. using a little flour, if needed, roll between your hands to form pencil shapes.
• cut into 1/4 inch pieces. place each on floured cloth. in a large pan on top of the stove, heat oil to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). deep-fry pieces about 1/2 cup at a time, turning constantly until golden. drain and set aside. (note: after several batches, dough begins to turn brown quickly. this means it is time to change the oil)
• in large pan, bring honey to boil with vanilla bean. discard bean. place deep-fried pieces into hot honey and toss until all are coated. cool and stir in chocolate, nuts, and multi-colored jimmies. place on plate, shaping firmly into tall cone. sprinkle with confectioner's sugar.

pizza dough i

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. mix in oil and warm water. spread out on a large pizza pan. top as desired.
• bake at 375 degrees c (190 degrees c) for 20 to 25 minutes.

marinated barbequed vegetables

Ingredients

• Servings: 5
• 1 small eggplant, cut into 3/4 inch thick slices
• 2 small red bell peppers, seeded and cut into wide strips
• 3 zucchinis, sliced
• 6 fresh mushrooms, stems removed
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• place eggplant, red bell peppers, zucchinis and fresh mushrooms in a medium bowl.
• in a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, basil and garlic. pour the mixture over the vegetables, cover and marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour.
• preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
• place vegetables directly on the grill or on skewers. cook on the prepared grill 2 to 3 minutes per side, brushing frequently with the marinade, or to desired doneness.

Michelle's Sweetkraut

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 3 (32 ounce) packages sauerkraut, drained
• 2 (15 ounce) cans turnip greens, drained
• 2 onions, quartered
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can water
• 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, or more to taste
• 3 pounds kielbasa sausage, cut into 3-inch pieces

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ready Time: 2 hrs 15 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• empty sauerkraut and turnip greens into a colander and rinse lightly; drain. spread sauerkraut, turnip greens, and onions in an even layer in a large baking dish and season with salt and black pepper.
• whisk apple juice concentrate, water, and brown sugar in a bowl, dissolving the sugar. pour juice mixture over vegetables. arrange pieces of kielbasa sausage into dish atop vegetables.
• bake in the preheated oven until most of the liquid has evaporated and the kielbasa is browned, about 2 hours, stirring every 20 minutes.

extreme chocolate cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 3/4 cup butter
• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 5 1/3 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2/3 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 5 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour two 9 inch cake pans.
• use the first set of ingredients to make the cake. in a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt. add the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla, mix for 3 minutes with an electric mixer. stir in the boiling water by hand. pour evenly into the two prepared pans.
• bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to cool completely.
• to make the frosting, use the second set of ingredients. cream butter until light and fluffy. stir in the cocoa and confectioners' sugar alternately with the milk and vanilla. beat to a spreading consistency.
• split the layers of cooled cake horizontally, cover the top of each layer with frosting, then stack them a serving plate. frost the outside of the cake.

Mom's Zucchini Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 1/4 cups white sugar
• 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups grated zucchini
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• grease and flour two 8 x 4 inch pans. preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
• sift flour, salt, baking powder, soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
• beat eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar together in a large bowl. add sifted ingredients to the creamed mixture, and beat well. stir in zucchini and nuts until well combined. pour batter into prepared pans.
• bake for 40 to 60 minutes, or until tester inserted in the center comes out clean. cool in pan on rack for 20 minutes. remove bread from pan, and completely cool.

banana pancakes i

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• combine flour, white sugar, baking powder and salt. in a separate bowl, mix together egg, milk, vegetable oil and bananas.
• stir flour mixture into banana mixture; batter will be slightly lumpy.
• heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. pour or scoop the batter the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. cook until pancakes are golden brown on both sides; serve hot.

Quinoa And Black Beans

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3/4 cup quinoa
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
• mix quinoa into onion mixture and cover with vegetable broth; season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. bring the mixture to a boil. cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
• stir frozen corn into the saucepan, and continue to simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes; mix in the black beans and cilantro.

chocolate crinkles ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs


• in a medium bowl, mix together cocoa, white sugar, and vegetable oil. beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the cocoa mixture. cover dough, and chill for at least 4 hours.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line cookie sheets with parchment paper. roll dough into one inch balls. i like to use a number 50 size scoop. coat each ball in confectioners' sugar before placing prepared cookie sheets.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. let stand on the cookie sheet for a minute before transferring to wire racks to cool.

roasted brussels sprouts

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 1/2 pounds brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and yellow leaves removed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Recipe

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


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (205 degrees c).
• place trimmed brussels sprouts, olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. seal tightly, and shake to coat. pour a baking sheet, and place on center oven rack.
• roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, shaking pan every 5 to 7 minutes for even browning. reduce heat when necessary to prevent burning. brussels sprouts should be darkest brown, almost black, when done. adjust seasoning with kosher salt, if necessary. serve immediately.

Sam's Famous Carrot Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 cups shredded carrots
• 1 cup flaked coconut
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
• 1 cup raisins

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour an 8x12 inch pan.
• in a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. set aside.
• in a large bowl, combine eggs, buttermilk, oil, sugar and vanilla. mix well. add flour mixture and mix well.
• in a medium bowl, combine shredded carrots, coconut, walnuts, pineapple and raisins.
• using a large wooden spoon or a very heavy whisk, add carrot mixture to batter and fold in well.
• pour into prepared 8x12 inch pan, and bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 1 hour. check with toothpick.
• allow to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving.

Jim's Salmon Patties

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (14.75 ounce) can salmon, drained and flaked
• 1 (7.5 ounce) can salmon, drained and flaked
• 1 (4 ounce) packet saltine crackers, crushed
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 1/2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 55 mins


• mix both amounts of salmon, crushed crackers, eggs, mayonnaise, worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and dry mustard together in a bowl. chill in refrigerator to allow flavors to combine, 30 minutes. form mixture into 6 patties.
• heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; fry the salmon patties until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.

Amish White Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 2/3 cup white sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 6 cups bread flour

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins


• in a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water, and then stir in yeast. allow to proof until yeast resembles a creamy foam.
• mix salt and oil into the yeast. mix in flour one cup at a time. knead dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. place in a well oiled bowl, and turn dough to coat. cover with a damp cloth. allow to rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
• punch dough down. knead for a few minutes, and divide in half. shape into loaves, and place into two well oiled 9x5 inch loaf pans. allow to rise for 30 minutes, or until dough has risen 1 inch above pans.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 30 minutes.

Quinoa And Black Beans

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3/4 cup quinoa
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
• mix quinoa into onion mixture and cover with vegetable broth; season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. bring the mixture to a boil. cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
• stir frozen corn into the saucepan, and continue to simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes; mix in the black beans and cilantro.

The Best Corn Bread You'll Ever Eat

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 egg
• 1 1/3 cups milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups self-rising corn meal mix
• 1 (8 ounce) can cream-style corn
• 1 cup sour cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• heat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c). grease a 9 inch iron skillet.
• in a large bowl, beat the egg. add milk, oil, sour cream, cream corn, and cornmeal mix; stir until cornmeal is just dampened. pour batter into greased skillet.
• bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.

chocolate crinkles ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs


• in a medium bowl, mix together cocoa, white sugar, and vegetable oil. beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the cocoa mixture. cover dough, and chill for at least 4 hours.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line cookie sheets with parchment paper. roll dough into one inch balls. i like to use a number 50 size scoop. coat each ball in confectioners' sugar before placing prepared cookie sheets.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. let stand on the cookie sheet for a minute before transferring to wire racks to cool.

Delicious Black Bean Burritos

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 (10 inch) flour tortillas
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon minced jalapeno peppers
• 3 ounces cream cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• wrap tortillas in foil and place in oven heated to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). bake for 15 minutes or until heated through.
• heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. place onion, bell pepper, garlic and jalapenos in skillet, cook for 2 minutes stirring occasionally. pour beans into skillet, cook 3 minutes stirring.
• cut cream cheese into cubes and add to skillet with salt. cook for 2 minutes stirring occasionally. stir cilantro into mixture.
• spoon mixture evenly down center of warmed tortilla and roll tortillas up. serve immediately.

Quinoa And Black Beans

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3/4 cup quinoa
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
• mix quinoa into onion mixture and cover with vegetable broth; season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. bring the mixture to a boil. cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
• stir frozen corn into the saucepan, and continue to simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes; mix in the black beans and cilantro.

chocolate crinkles ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs


• in a medium bowl, mix together cocoa, white sugar, and vegetable oil. beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the cocoa mixture. cover dough, and chill for at least 4 hours.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line cookie sheets with parchment paper. roll dough into one inch balls. i like to use a number 50 size scoop. coat each ball in confectioners' sugar before placing prepared cookie sheets.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. let stand on the cookie sheet for a minute before transferring to wire racks to cool.

Mouth-watering Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 12 whole fresh mushrooms
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. clean mushrooms with a damp paper towel. carefully break off stems. chop stems extremely fine, discarding tough end of stems.
• heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. add garlic and chopped mushroom stems to the skillet. fry until any moisture has disappeared, taking care not to burn garlic. set aside to cool.
• when garlic and mushroom mixture is no longer hot, stir in cream cheese, parmesan cheese, black pepper, onion powder and cayenne pepper. mixture should be very thick. using a little spoon, fill each mushroom cap with a generous amount of stuffing. arrange the mushroom caps on prepared cookie sheet.
• bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the mushrooms are piping hot and liquid starts to form under caps.

alan's ultimate bran muffins

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 cup wheat germ
• 2 3/4 cups wheat bran
• 2/3 cup oat bran
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon barley malt flour
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2/3 cup honey
• 1 1/4 cups reduced-fat milk
• 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup raisins

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 12 cup muffin pan.
• in a medium bowl, mix whole wheat flour, wheat germ, wheat bran, oat bran, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, and barley malt flour.
• in a separate medium bowl, thoroughly blend oil, honey, milk, yogurt, and eggs. gradually fold milk mixture into the whole wheat flour mixture until moistened. fold in the raisins. spoon into the prepared muffin pan.
• bake 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

poppy seed bundt cake iii

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
• 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 1 teaspoon almond extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 50 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 5 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour a 10 inch bundt pan.
• in a large bowl, stir together cake mix, pudding mix and poppy seeds. make a well in the center and pour in water, oil, and eggs. beat on low speed until blended. scrape bowl, and beat 4 minutes on medium speed. pour batter into prepared pan.
• bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack and cool completely.

too much chocolate cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
• 1 (5.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, mix together the cake and pudding mixes, sour cream, oil, beaten eggs and water. stir in the chocolate chips and pour batter into a well greased 12 cup bundt pan.
• bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until top is springy to the touch and a wooden toothpick inserted comes out clean. cool cake thoroughly in pan at least an hour and a half before inverting a plate if desired, dust the cake with powdered sugar.

roasted brussels sprouts

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 1/2 pounds brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and yellow leaves removed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Recipe

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


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (205 degrees c).
• place trimmed brussels sprouts, olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. seal tightly, and shake to coat. pour a baking sheet, and place on center oven rack.
• roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, shaking pan every 5 to 7 minutes for even browning. reduce heat when necessary to prevent burning. brussels sprouts should be darkest brown, almost black, when done. adjust seasoning with kosher salt, if necessary. serve immediately.

Amish White Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 2/3 cup white sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 6 cups bread flour

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins


• in a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water, and then stir in yeast. allow to proof until yeast resembles a creamy foam.
• mix salt and oil into the yeast. mix in flour one cup at a time. knead dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. place in a well oiled bowl, and turn dough to coat. cover with a damp cloth. allow to rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
• punch dough down. knead for a few minutes, and divide in half. shape into loaves, and place into two well oiled 9x5 inch loaf pans. allow to rise for 30 minutes, or until dough has risen 1 inch above pans.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 30 minutes.

chocolate crinkles ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs


• in a medium bowl, mix together cocoa, white sugar, and vegetable oil. beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the cocoa mixture. cover dough, and chill for at least 4 hours.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line cookie sheets with parchment paper. roll dough into one inch balls. i like to use a number 50 size scoop. coat each ball in confectioners' sugar before placing prepared cookie sheets.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. let stand on the cookie sheet for a minute before transferring to wire racks to cool.

Mom's Zucchini Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 1/4 cups white sugar
• 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups grated zucchini
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• grease and flour two 8 x 4 inch pans. preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
• sift flour, salt, baking powder, soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
• beat eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar together in a large bowl. add sifted ingredients to the creamed mixture, and beat well. stir in zucchini and nuts until well combined. pour batter into prepared pans.
• bake for 40 to 60 minutes, or until tester inserted in the center comes out clean. cool in pan on rack for 20 minutes. remove bread from pan, and completely cool.

Cha Cha's White Chicken Chili

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 (4 ounce) can diced jalapeno peppers
• 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
• 3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
• 3 (15 ounce) cans white beans
• 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. slowly cook and stir the onion until tender. mix in the garlic, jalapeno, green chile peppers, cumin, oregano and cayenne. continue to cook and stir the mixture until tender, about 3 minutes. mix in the chicken broth, chicken and white beans. simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• remove the mixture from heat. slowly stir in the cheese until melted. serve warm.

pizza dough i

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. mix in oil and warm water. spread out on a large pizza pan. top as desired.
• bake at 375 degrees c (190 degrees c) for 20 to 25 minutes.

buttery soft pretzels

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 1/4 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup baking soda
• 4 cups hot water
• 1/4 cup kosher salt, for topping

Recipe

Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 20 mins


• in a small bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in 1 1/4 cup warm water. let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
• in a large bowl, mix together flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt. make a well in the center; add the oil and yeast mixture. mix and form into a dough. if the mixture is dry, add one or two more tablespoons of water. knead the dough until smooth, about 7 to 8 minutes. lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl, and turn to coat with oil. cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
• preheat oven to 450 degrees f (230 degrees c). grease 2 baking sheets.
• in a large bowl, dissolve baking soda in 4 cups hot water; set aside. when risen, turn dough out a lightly floured surface and divide into 12 equal pieces. roll each piece into a rope and twist into a pretzel shape. once all of the dough is shaped, dip each pretzel into the baking soda-hot water solution and place pretzels on baking sheets. sprinkle with kosher salt.
• bake in preheated oven until browned, about 8 minutes.