Perfect Mac-n-Cheese « My Cooking Quest. November 13, 2008 by joejhorn A few weeks ago I started a quest for some good mac and cheese.
Nancy makes a killer mac-n-cheese but I wanted my own. I’m sure I frustrate the crap out of Nancy sometimes because I’m always looking for something better when it comes to food and recipes. Now mind you , this mac-n-cheese is not Bobby Flay mac-n-cheese with some crazy-sexy ingredients, but it is really, really good! I would make it for any of my friends and be proud. My first attempt was with a Jamie Oliver version that didn’t include a bechamel sauce but instead called for mixing the cooked pasta with the cheese and then baking it. The second version, I made a few nights ago for my best bud Chad, Nancy and the boys. Chad is up from San Francisco and has been visiting for the past week. Last night was particularly funny though since you can customize your player characters.
Bread Recipes- By Cookingbread.com - StumbleUpon. Paula Deen Crock Pot Macaroni And Cheese Recipe - Food.com - 257276. White Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese Panera Copycat) Recipe - Food.com - 409909. Chapati recipe. Loaded Mashed Potato Bake Recipe for a Crowd. First, I should apologize, these photos are terrible. Second, it doesn’t matter because these ugly pictures shouldn’t deter you from giving these mashed potatoes a try. They are insanely good. Last week my sister invited us out for dinner and a bonfire and I being the procrastinator I am, didn’t plan a dish to take over until the day of the get-together. Being the potato loving girl I am, I decided to keep it simple with a mashed potato bake that is out of this world good. Let me clarify, good for your taste buds, not your rear-end.
The toppings …. The taters …. Again, less than fabulous photos. Loaded Mashed Potato Bake Recipe Total Time Author: Cat Davis Type: Side Dish Serves: 12 Ingredients 5 lbs yukon gold potatoes4 tablespoons butter1 cup sour cream6 oz cream cheese½ cup milk1 package Oscar Mayer Bacon, crispy fried2 cups mild cheddar cheese, shredded1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded¼ cup green onions, dicedsalt & pepper to taste Instructions. Cheese Breadsticks. Sauteed Green Beans With Bacon Recipe. Navajo Fry Bread, Indian Fry Bread, Indian Fry Bread Recipe, Indian Taco,... Baking Corner | Regional Foods | Cooking Articles | Hints & Tips | Culinary Dictionary | Newspaper Columns History Indian Fry Bread: Indian fry bread is tradition to the Navajo, and comes with a story of great pain and suffering.
Though the tradition of fry bread is common among many Southwestern Tribes, it is the Navajo who developed this recipe. I do not feel that I can share the recipe without sharing it’s origins and what it means to some today: The Navajo planters lived from the Earth as their ancestors had for hundreds of years before. The Navajo traded with the Spanish, Mexican, Pueblos, Apache, Comanche, and even the early American pioneers. After several hours, it was believed a settlement had been agreed upon. This disastrous attempt at peace led to the Long Walks. Skinny Baked Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese. Elephantine: the baked mac and cheese - StumbleUpon.
My favorite thing to eat, hands down, is noodles.
Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Thai... whatever way you make it, I like it. But mac and cheese is high up there on the list, especially baked mac and cheese. Is there anything more comforting? First things first: cook the pasta. I always sneak a few into my mouth after draining it. Next up: the béchamel sauce. ...and milk. So, back to the butter. Whisk. Gradually pour in the milk and continue to whisk. Reduce the heat, add the cheese, and keep mixing that melty-yummy-goodness. Did someone say garlic? Your macaroni is probably growing impatient. I've been playing this trick on myself recently: substitute a portion of the pasta with veggies. I like using individual ramekins instead of one larger casserole dish, because it allows you to add in whatever veggies and spices you like without offending anyone else.
The last (and most important) step: breadcrumbs. Homemade Tortillas. Making soft delicious tortillas at home is surprisingly easy.
In fact, once I started making my own suddenly all our dinners and lunches were rolled up in fresh tortillas. The dough is made from flour, shortening, water, and salt. I had all the ingredients on hand but the shortening.. which ended up only costing two dollars and has lasted through many many batches of tortillas. Considering how cheap the ingredients are and how delicious they taste it just doesn't make sense to pay for the much more expensive packaged ones.
To make the dough you first work the shortening into the flour. Next some hot tap water and salt is stirred in with a fork until a dough forms. To make sure that the tortillas are the same size the easiest thing to do is roll the dough into a log and then cut it into equal pieces. Since the dough is a medium-stiff consistency it might be easier just to squeeze it into a log shape rather than roll it. Each ball gets rolled out into the seven inch diameter circle.