Make-Ahead Muffin Melts This is another recipe from my mother’s recipe collection. It’s a make-ahead concoction meant to be spread on English muffins and broiled. And it’s just…it’s just… It’s divine. And here’s what you need. Sorry about the excessive bokeh. Start by peeling all the eggs… Then give ‘em a rough chop. Throw the bacon on a cutting board, trying not to eat it all in the process… Then chop it up into bits…trying not to eat it all in the process. Throw the eggs in a bowl… Then throw in the shredded cheddar. I’ve been grating cheese in my food processor lately and I have to say, I’ve never been happier in my life. Then comes the bacon and a cup of mayo. Now hear this! A good, heaping tablespoon of Dijon. Do not skip this ingredient or your life will spiral downward into a series of unfortunate events. I’m not even kidding. Next comes some garlic powder. You think I’m kidding, but I’m not. Finally, two or three good dashes of Worcestershire sauce. Again, don’t skip. You can make this the night before. *Burp*
Maghrebi mint tea Maghrebi mint tea is a green tea with mint leaves and other ingredients. It is part of Maghreb culture. The tea has spread throughout North Africa, parts of the Sahel, and southern Spain. Tea occupies a very important place in the culture of Morocco and is considered an art form. Maghrebi-style mint tea is served all through the Maghreb (North Africa). Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia are the countries where it is most often drunk. Origins[edit] It is believed that green tea (gunpowder tea) was first introduced by the English to the Maghreb in the 18th century, and began spreading through the country in the mid-19th century at the time the trade between the Maghreb and Europe started flourishing. The main provider of tea to the Maghreb remains China. Preparation[edit] The method of preparation of atai is relatively complex and varies from region to region. Mint tea being served. The typical green tea used is a gunpowder tea variety imported from China. See also[edit] References[edit]
Sweet Potato Home Fries You are probably checking this out, thinking about how healthy these home fries are since I made them with sweet potatoes. Right? Well, hold the phone. I may have done something bad. I may have fried them in bacon grease. And when I say ‘may,’ I really mean that I absolutely did and it was 100% fabulous. See, I have a little confession. I don’t always fry my bacon. Let’s be honest – it’s messy, it’s time consuming, and I am not always in the mood to get burnt by flying bacon grease. So many times, especially during the week, I lay it on a wire rack and bake it, letting the drippings fall onto the baking sheet below. And then I throw them away. Somewhere in Heaven (hopefully…) Mother Lovett just had her 14th heart attack. And somewhere 15 minutes away from me, my mother just dropped dead. In my family, throwing away the drippings is the ultimate sin. But yesterday, I decided to fry bacon. The only difference is that my drippings won’t be in there for the next 3 years. Sweet Potato Homefries
Vanilla Pudding Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting Per the requests I got after my last cinnamon roll post, here is the recipe for my tried-and-true vanilla pudding cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting. The vanilla pudding is simply added to the dough to make it extremely soft and pliable – and oh, does it ever. (No surprise, this recipe comes direct from my Aunt Marilyn whose recipes have made a great showing on this blog already.) I made these last week and it confirmed my feelings: I am in love with these cinnamon rolls. Vanilla Pudding Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting Note: to use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast, decrease the yeast amount to 1 1/2 tablespoons instant yeast. Ingredients Rolls: ½ cup warm water 2 tablespoons active dry yeast 2 tablespoons sugar 3 ½ ounce package instant vanilla pudding ½ cup butter, melted 2 eggs 1 teaspoon salt 6+ cups flour Filling: 1 cup butter, softened to room temperature 2 cups brown sugar 4 teaspoons cinnamon Frosting: Directions In a small bowl combine water, yeast and sugar.
San Carlo Banbury - Italian Restaurant in Banbury Banana Bread Pancake Recipe Here’s what I know about pancakes. They taste good with cherries. Apples and bacon too. They make slept-in mornings with toothpaste stains eight thousand times better. They are what my dad stuffs with blueberries. They probably wouldn’t be good with things like broccoli or beans… because that’s just weird. Oh! They taste extra excellent with ice cream on top. Even better steaming hot with oozing butter… then ice cream on top. They save marriages. They aren’t the best choice for breakfast when you want to wear a string bikini. They often slip you into a welcoming food coma that causes you to desk nap. They are darn good. They are cake. Seriously. Now hold your horses. I feel bad declining him day after day. But it’s the combination… the bananas, the brown sugar, the maple vanilla glaze… that has etched this breakfast into the rotation at our house. There is a reason this is huge. So now people can eat banana bread without stuffing an entire loaf down their face. makes 12 pancakes 1/4 teaspoon salt
Chocolate French Toast with Panera Bread I'm back (already?!) with another post for Panera Bread! I know, two posts in one day - try not to faint. It's a rare occurrence, but my schedule has been a little crazy lately and it just worked out as such. Whenever I'm out and about I like to stop by Panera Bread for a couple of artisan loaves; usually the Asiago Cheese and Three Seed Sour Dough. What could be better than Chocolate French Toast? Before I close, I'd like to take a moment to point you in the direction of some great resources. Me? Find more about Panera Bread on Facebook and Twitter. Chocolate French Toast Serves 4-6 [click to print] 10 slices Panera Bread Country Miche 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1/4 cup hot water 5 large eggs 3/4 cup heavy cream 1 cup milk 1/4 cup sugar 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp salt 12 oz. semisweet chocolate chopped, or semisweet chocolate chips Prepared butter flavored pancake syrup In a small bowl, dissolve cocoa powder in hot water. Melt a small piece of butter in a 12" non-stick pan over medium high heat.
Hot smoked salmon salad recipe 1 tsp fresh grated horseradish or horseradish cream Juice and zest of 1 lemon Olive oil 250g/9oz hot-smoked salmon A handful of chives, chopped, plus a few extra to decorate 2 red or yellow chicory, sliced • Bring a pan of salted water to the boil and cook the beetroots for 30–45 minutes (depending on size) until you can easily insert a knife. • Meanwhile, place the potatoes in a pan of salted water and cook for about 10-15 minutes until tender. • Combine the yogurt, horseradish, half the lemon juice and all the zest and a really good glug of oil in a small bowl. • Peel the beetroots, then cut them into quarters. • In a separate bowl, dress the chicory with a little seasoning, the remaining lemon juice and a splash of oil. • Top the chicory layer with the potatoes, then dot over the beetroots. Recommended wine: Averys Project Winemaker Sauvignon Blanc Vin de Pays d'Oc 2011.
Spiced Quinoa Apple Pie Parfait When I found honeycrisp apples at the store yesterday, I was so excited I thought I might burst. Caramelizing them was really the only thing I had in mind. Well, that… and eating them with a pound of bacon. Don’t ask. This parfait was totally new to me. Greek yogurt isn’t new to me, and neither is quinoa, but the combination of the two is. Speaking of new-to-me things, Mr. Oh, and I didn’t make the parfait for him. Not only did I love the texture of this parfait, but it offered a boatload of protein in forms that I actually enjoy, some whole grains and sweet, juicy fruit! The more my everyday food tastes like dessert, the better. Spiced Quinoa Apple Pie Parfait 1 cup greek yogurt 1 apple, chopped 1/4 cup dry quinoa 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon brown sugar Preheat oven to 375. Combine chopped apple, brown sugar, 1/4 tablespoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg and 1/4 teaspoon salt in an oven safe dish. Happy Labor Day!