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.

yummy honey chicken kabobs

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
• 2 cloves garlic
• 5 small onions, cut into 2 inch pieces
• 2 red bell peppers, cut into 2 inch pieces
• skewers

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins


• in a large bowl, whisk together oil, honey, soy sauce, and pepper. before adding chicken, reserve a small amount of marinade to brush kabobs while cooking. place the chicken, garlic, onions and peppers in the bowl, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours (the longer the better).
• preheat the grill for high heat.
• drain marinade from the chicken and vegetables, and discard marinade. thread chicken and vegetables alternately the skewers.
• lightly oil the grill grate. place the skewers on the grill. cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until chicken juices run clear. turn and brush with reserved marinade frequently.

Chicken Alfredo Pizza

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• sauce
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 dash ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 3/4 cup grated romano cheese
• garlic butter
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 pinch dried rosemary
• 1 pinch salt
• dough
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 (.25 ounce) package instant yeast
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 boneless chicken breast halves, roasted
• 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

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


• to make sauce: melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. blend in salt, pepper and flour, then stir in the milk and romano cheese. simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened. remove from heat, cover and set aside.
• to make the garlic butter: melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. blend in the garlic, rosemary, and salt. cook, stirring constantly, until garlic is tender but not browned. remove from heat, cover and set aside.
• to make the dough: pour the warm water into a small bowl and stir in the yeast until dissolved. allow to rest until yeast foams, about 5 minutes. mix the vegetable oil, sugar, salt, rosemary, and garlic powder together in a mixing bowl. stir in the yeast mixture, and gradually stir in the flour. gather into a loose ball and knead until a smooth ball forms. cover, and let rest 1/2 hour.
• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). season the roasted chicken with rosemary, thyme, poultry seasoning, garlic powder and salt. chop or shred and reserve.
• to assemble the pizza: spread dough out on prepared pizza stone. top with cooled garlic butter, covering entire crust. next spread with alfredo sauce (if necessary, warm to spreading consistency), leaving crust edges. top with chicken, turning to coat with sauce.
• bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until bottom crust is lightly browned. remove from oven and let set for 2 to 3 minutes before cutting.

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.

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.

Apple Snack Squares

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 cups white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups self-rising flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 cups peeled, cored, and chopped tart apple
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup butterscotch chips

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
• in a large bowl, combine the sugar, eggs, oil and vanilla and mix until well blended. stir in the flour and cinnamon. the mixture will be thick. fold in the chopped apple and nuts. spread the batter in the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle with butterscotch chips.
• bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. cool and cut into squares.

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.

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.

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.

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.

best ever pie crust

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup shortening
• 1/2 cup water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• in a large bowl, combine flour and salt. cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. stir in water until mixture forms a ball. divide dough in half, and shape into balls. wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
• roll out dough on a floured counter. don't over work it. use as directed in pie recipe.

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.

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.

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.

Zucchini Brownies

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups shredded zucchini
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup margarine
• 2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
• in a large bowl, mix together the oil, sugar and 2 teaspoons vanilla until well blended. combine the flour, 1/2 cup cocoa, baking soda and salt; stir into the sugar mixture. fold in the zucchini and walnuts. spread evenly into the prepared pan.
• bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until brownies spring back when gently touched. to make the frosting, melt together the 6 tablespoons of cocoa and margarine; set aside to cool. in a medium bowl, blend together the confectioners' sugar, milk and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. stir in the cocoa mixture. spread over cooled brownies before cutting into squares.

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.

The Greatest Grilled Turkey

Ingredients

• Servings: 18
• 12 pounds whole turkey
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 3 hrs

Ready Time: 3 hrs 45 mins


• prepare an outdoor grill for indirect medium-high heat.
• rinse turkey and pat dry. turn wings back to hold neck skin in place. return legs to tucked position. brush turkey with oil. season inside and out with italian seasonings, salt, and pepper.
• place turkey, breast side up, on a metal grate inside a large roasting pan. arrange pan on the prepared grill. grill 2 to 3 hours, to an internal thigh temperature of 180 degrees f (85 degrees c). remove turkey from grill and let stand 15 minutes before carving.

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.

pecan sandies

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 cup margarine, softened
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup white sugar for decoration

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, cream together the margarine, vegetable oil, 1 cup white sugar and confectioners' sugar until smooth. beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. combine the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; stir into the creamed mixture. mix in the pecans. roll dough into 1 inch balls and roll each ball in remaining white sugar. place the cookies 2 inches apart ungreased cookie sheets.
• bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges are golden. remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.

Kelsey's Cheesy Bacon Breasts

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
• 4 slices bacon, cooked until nearly crisp
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Recipe

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


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• melt butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium high heat. add chicken breasts and saute until just cooked; don't brown. place chicken on a lined cookie sheet.
• spread a little barbecue sauce, then a little mustard, evenly on top of each breast. arrange a bacon slice on each breast, then cover all with cheese.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.

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.

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.

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.

pancakes

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 cup sifted self-rising flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Recipe

• beat eggs, oil, and milk together, and add to flour. stir until combined.
• heat a greased griddle until drops of water sprinkled on it evaporate noisily. pour 1/8 to 1/4 cup batter the griddle. turn over with a metal spatula when begin to form on top. cook second side to a golden brown color.

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.

Aussie Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
• 2 teaspoons seasoning salt
• 6 slices bacon, cut in half
• 1/2 cup prepared yellow mustard
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 2 cups shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Recipe

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


• rub the chicken breasts with the seasoning salt, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). place bacon in a large, deep skillet. cook over medium high heat until crisp. set aside.
• in a medium bowl, combine the mustard, honey, corn syrup, mayonnaise and dried onion flakes. remove half of sauce, cover and refrigerate to serve later.
• heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. place the breasts in the skillet and saute for 3 to 5 minutes per side, or until browned. remove from skillet and place the breasts into a 9x13 inch baking dish. apply the honey mustard sauce to each breast, then layer each breast with mushrooms and bacon. sprinkle top with shredded cheese.
• bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and chicken juices run clear. garnish with parsley and serve with the reserved honey mustard sauce.

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.

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.

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.

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.

best ever pie crust

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup shortening
• 1/2 cup water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• in a large bowl, combine flour and salt. cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. stir in water until mixture forms a ball. divide dough in half, and shape into balls. wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
• roll out dough on a floured counter. don't over work it. use as directed in pie recipe.

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.

Dad's Orange Cardamom Breakfast Rolls

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 large orange
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cups bread flour
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons bread machine yeast
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 3/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 20 mins


• zest the orange; set zest aside. peal and seed orange; cut orange fruit into chunks. combine zest and fruit in a blender and puree. pour orange pulp into bread machine pan.
• add honey, oil, white flour, wheat flour, salt, and yeast to the orange pulp. select dough setting, and start the bread machine. adjust consistency with orange juice or flour as needed to achieve a soft pliable dough.
• when dough cycle is complete divide dough into 2 or 3 pieces. roll out to a thickness of 1/4 inch. sprinkle with brown sugar, cardamom, and dried cranberries. roll up dough with goodies inside, and slice 1 to 2 inches thick. place rolls in a baking pan coated with non-stick spray. allow enough room between the rolls so that they rise properly. let rise in a warm spot for approximately 1 hour.
• bake in a preheated 375 degrees f (190 degrees c) oven for 20 to 25 minutes. remove from pan, and place on wire rack. serve warm.

Buffalo Chicken Wings I

Ingredients

• Servings: 24
• 1 quart vegetable oil for deep frying
• 24 chicken wings, tips removed and wings cut in half at joint
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
• 5 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

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


• heat the oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). deep fry chicken wings in oil until done, about 10 minutes. remove chicken from skillet or deep fryer and drain on paper towels.
• melt the butter in a large skillet. stir in the, vinegar and hot pepper sauce. season with salt and pepper to taste. add cooked chicken to sauce and stir over low heat to coat. the longer the wings simmer in the sauce, the hotter they will be. serve warm.

best ever pie crust

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup shortening
• 1/2 cup water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• in a large bowl, combine flour and salt. cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. stir in water until mixture forms a ball. divide dough in half, and shape into balls. wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
• roll out dough on a floured counter. don't over work it. use as directed in pie recipe.

Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (18.25 ounce) package orange cake mix
• 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2/3 cup water
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup tequila
• 2 tablespoons triple sec liqueur
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 tablespoon tequila
• 2 tablespoons triple sec liqueur
• 2 tablespoons lime juice

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour a 10 inch bundt pan.
• in a large bowl combine cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, oil, water, lemon juice 1/4 cup tequila and 2 tablespoons triple sec. beat for 2 minutes.
• pour batter into prepared pan. bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. cool in pan for 10 minutes; remove to rack and pour glaze over cake while still warm.
• to make the glaze: in a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar with 1 tablespoon tequila, 2 tablespoons triple sec and 2 tablespoons lime juice. mix until smooth.

Roasted Garlic Cauliflower

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large head cauliflower, separated into florets
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Recipe

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


• preheat the oven to 450 degrees f (220 degrees c). grease a large casserole dish.
• place the olive oil and garlic in a large resealable bag. add cauliflower, and shake to mix. pour into the prepared casserole dish, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
• bake for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through. top with parmesan cheese and parsley, and broil for 3 to 5 minutes, until golden brown.

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.

pancakes

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 cup sifted self-rising flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Recipe

• beat eggs, oil, and milk together, and add to flour. stir until combined.
• heat a greased griddle until drops of water sprinkled on it evaporate noisily. pour 1/8 to 1/4 cup batter the griddle. turn over with a metal spatula when begin to form on top. cook second side to a golden brown color.

vegetable pastry purses

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 sheet frozen puff pastry
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh shallots, minced
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 cup fresh mushrooms, chopped
• 1/4 cup holland house® cooking
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 3 cups fresh spinach
• 1 egg, beaten
• optional sauce ingredients:
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh shallots, minced
• 1/4 cup celery, chopped
• 1 cup holland house® cooking
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 teaspoons cold water
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch

Recipe

Ready Time: 20 mins


• to prepare pastry purses: preheat oven to 400 degrees f. thaw puff pastry as directed. unfold pastry on lightly floured surface. roll into 12-inch rectangles. cut into 12 (3-inch) squares. heat oil in saute pan over high heat. add shallots, corn, and mushrooms; saute for 1 minute. add cooking and seasonings. add spinach and saute for an additional 30 seconds. remove from heat. place 1 tablespoon filling in center of each square. brush edges of square with beaten egg. bring four corners together, pressing firmly. pull up and twist corners making top of purse. place on a baking sheet and brush purse with egg.
• bake in preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until golden brown. serve with sauce (optional).
• to prepare optional sauce: heat oil in saute pan over high heat. add shallots and celery. saute for 30 to 40 seconds or until lightly brown. add cooking , brown sugar, and bay leaf. reduce heat to medium. combine cold water and cornstarch; add to cooking mixture and simmer for 5 minutes. set aside until ready to serve.

waffles i

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cups milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• preheat waffle iron. beat eggs in large bowl with hand beater until fluffy. beat in flour, milk, vegetable oil, sugar, baking powder, salt and vanilla, just until smooth.
• spray preheated waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray. pour mix hot waffle iron. cook until golden brown. serve hot.

easter nests

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 (15.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
• 1 1/4 cups water
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 3 eggs
• 1 (10 ounce) package sweetened flaked coconut
• 1 (16 ounce) can prepared chocolate frosting
• 1 cup egg-shaped chocolate candies (such as peanut m&ms®), or as needed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 55 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line 24 cupcake cups with paper liners.
• beat cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs in a mixing bowl using an electric mixer, on low speed until mixture is moistened, 30 seconds. increase speed to medium and beat until batter is smooth, 2 more minutes. fill prepared cupcake cups about 2/3 full with batter.
• bake cupcakes in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into a cupcake comes out clean, 18 to 23 minutes. remove cupcakes from oven and turn oven heat up to 400 degrees f (205 degrees c). let cupcakes cool.
• spread coconut into a large, shallow baking pan or a baking sheet; toast in the hot oven until coconut is golden brown, about 7 minutes. cool.
• cut a piece out of the top of each cupcake to leave a hollow depression about 1/2 inch deep and 1 1/2 inches across. discard cut-out portions. frost cupcakes with chocolate frosting and cover frosting with toasted coconut. place 3 egg-shaped candies in the small depression on top of each cupcake.

chocolate wontons

Ingredients

• Servings: 40
• 1 (12 ounce) package wonton wrappers
• 1 cup milk chocolate chips
• 10 strawberries, quartered
• 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• place a wonton wrapper on a work surface. spoon about 1 teaspoon of chocolate chips into the center of the wrapper. top with a piece of strawberry. dip your finger in water, and moisten 2 adjacent inside edges of the wrapper. fold the wrapper into a triangle; squeeze out as much air as possible from the contents, and make sure the wrapper is very well sealed by pressing the edges with your fingers. set the filled wrappers on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
• heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• fry the wonton triangles, a few at a time, until golden brown, about 45 seconds on the first side. flip them in the oil, and fry an additional 30 seconds on the second side. drain the fried wontons on paper towels. dust with confectioners' sugar. serve warm.

best bread machine bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 (.25 ounce) package bread machine yeast
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 3 cups bread flour
• 1 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs


• place the water, sugar and yeast in the pan of the bread machine. let the yeast dissolve and foam for 10 minutes. add the oil, flour and salt to the yeast. select basic or white bread setting, and press start.

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.

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.

Poppy Seed Cake Ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
• 8 ounces poppyseed filling
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour one 10 inch tube pan.
• combine the flour, white sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla, salt, baking soda and evaporated milk. mix until smooth. add the jar of poppy seed filling and the chopped nuts; beat at medium speed for 2 minutes. pour the batter into the prepared pan.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 70 minutes. let cake cool before removing from pan.

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.

creme de pirouline

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 5/8 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 6 egg whites
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 teaspoons light corn syrup
• 4 ounces finely chopped bittersweet chocolate
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs


• in a large bowl, mix together the confectioners' sugar, flour and salt. make a well in the center, and add melted butter, egg whites, heavy cream and vanilla. mix until well blended. cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c). grease 2 baking sheets with vegetable oil spray or shortening.
• spoon a heaping tablespoon of dough one of the prepared baking sheets. using the back of a spoon, spread the batter into a very thin 6 inch by 3 1/2 inch oval. make as many as 4 per baking sheet (you'll need to work quickly to shape them after they bake).
• bake until the edges are turning brown, about 6 minutes. using a long metal knife or spatula, remove one cookie from the baking sheet to a clean surface. use a chopstick or thin wooden dowel to roll the cookie up, starting at the long side. repeat with remaining cookies. if cookies get too stiff to roll, place baking sheet back in the oven for about 30 seconds.
• prepare the second sheet while the first is baking. continue baking and shaping cookies until batter is used up. cool on a wire rack.
• in a bowl over simmering water, combine the chocolate, corn syrup and remaining 1/4 cup butter. stir occasionally until melted and smooth. let cool slightly. dip about 1 inch of the end of each cookie into the chocolate sauce. allow the cookies to set up on waxed paper.

Italian Creme Layer Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 4 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 egg whites
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 (3.5 ounce) package flaked coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup margarine, softened
• 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Recipe

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


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). grease three 9 inch, round cake pans. combine soda and buttermilk, and let stand a few minutes.
• in a large bowl, cream sugar, 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup oil and shortening. add egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition. mix buttermilk mixture alternately with flour into creamed mixture. stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla.
• in a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. fold 1/3 of the whites into the batter, then quickly fold in remaining whites until no streaks remain. gently stir in 1 cup pecans and coconut.
• pour batter into prepared pans. bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. allow to cool.
• to make the cream cheese frosting: beat together cream cheese, 1/2 cup butter or margarine, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and confectioners' sugar. stir in 1 cup chopped pecans. frost and fill cooled cake with cream cheese frosting.

baumkuchen

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 7/8 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
• 7/8 cup cornstarch
• 5 1/2 ounces almond paste
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 egg yolks
• 6 egg whites
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 9 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate
• 2 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• butter a 9 inch square metal pan. place a sheet of parchment paper in the bottom. butter the parchment, and flour the whole pan. position the rack of the oven to the lowest level, and preheat the broiler.
• in a large bowl, cream the butter or margarine until light and fluffy. add in the almond paste in small chunks; beat until smooth. add the confectioners' sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, and salt. beat in the yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition. beat until smooth.
• in another bowl, beat the egg whites to soft peaks. add in the sugar slowly while continuing to beat the meringue to stiff, glossy peaks. fold the meringue into the yolk mixture. sift the flour over this, and fold in.
• spoon a small amount of batter the parchment in the baking pan. with a pastry brush, paint the batter on. you want to cover the paper completely, but have a thin layer. place under the broiler, and cook until light brown; this should take about 1 to 2 minutes. brush another layer of the batter over the cake, and place under the broiler. continue on in this way until all of the batter is used. cool completely. turn the cake out of the pan, and trim the edges clean.
• in a double boiler, combine the chocolate and the oil. heat until the chocolate is smooth. with a pastry brush, brush one side of the trimmed cake with some chocolate. don't make it too thick. allow this to harden. turn the cake over, and brush the other side. allow the cake to set. cut the cake into 6 narrow strips, each about 1-1/2 inches wide. brush the sides and top with the glaze, and allow to set. store in the refrigerator, but serve at room temperature.

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.

nutmeg mushrooms

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 pound fresh mushrooms
• 3/4 cup white
• 1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon salt

Recipe

• clean and slice mushrooms.
• combine all ingredients in a skillet and cook over medium heat until the comes to a boil. reduce heat to low and cook until mushrooms are tender. remove from heat and serve while hot.

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.

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.

pumpkin bars i

Ingredients

• Servings: 24
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 cups canned pumpkin
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 55 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f. grease two 9 x 13-inch pans.
• combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon and set aside. in a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin, vegetable oil, eggs, and sugar. add the flour mixture and stir just until combined. mix in the walnuts.
• spread the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. cool on wire rack and frost bars with cream cheese frosting.

mandelbread

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 4 eggs
• 1 1/4 cups white sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup toasted and chopped almonds
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon almond extract

Recipe

• beat eggs and 1 cup sugar together in mixer until blended, add salt and 1/4 cup oil and mix again until blended. combine 1/4 cup flour and almonds, tossing until coated.
• add rest of flour mixture to egg mixture alternately with the remaining 3/4 cups oil, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. stir in extracts and almonds until well blended.
• divide into eight portions and shape each into portions of 8 x 3 inch log shaped portions on lightly greased cookie sheets.
• bake in a preheated 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) oven for 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
• cut each log diagonally into 1/2 inch slices and place slices on their sides. bake again at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for about five minutes. remove to wire racks and cool. may be sprinkled with sugar before baking.

Banana Nut Bread Iii

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup mashed bananas
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour two 8x4 inch loaf pans. set aside.
• sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. stir in nuts, eggs, bananas, oil, and vanilla extract.
• pour into prepared pans. bake for 45 to 60 minutes. cool on wire rack for 10 minutes before removing from pans.

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.

Banana Nut Bread Iii

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup mashed bananas
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour two 8x4 inch loaf pans. set aside.
• sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. stir in nuts, eggs, bananas, oil, and vanilla extract.
• pour into prepared pans. bake for 45 to 60 minutes. cool on wire rack for 10 minutes before removing from pans.

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.

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.

whole wheat, oatmeal, and banana pancakes

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 cup uncooked rolled oats
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons dry milk powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• 2 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 banana, mashed

Recipe

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


• place the rolled oats into the jar of a blender and blend until the texture resembles coarse flour. whisk together the blended oats, whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, dry milk powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
• whisk together the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla. stir in the mashed banana. pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture and stir just until moistened. let the batter stand for 5 minutes.
• heat a lightly oiled griddle over medium-high heat. drop batter by large spoonfuls the griddle, and cook until form and the edges are dry, about 2 minutes. flip, and cook until browned on the other side. repeat with remaining batter.

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.