Friday, December 31, 2010
Happy New Year
Since it's New Years Eve. I'm going to not post a recipe blog tonight but tomorrow I am going to post a some of my favorite drinks and finger food. Stay Safe everyone and Enjoy the last few hours of 2010.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Pretzel Dogs
Having skipped baking bread last night I found myself wondering what to cook for lunch today. I have plenty of Hotdogs in the freezer so I knew I wanted to use them. I was going to make pigs in a blanket but I wanted something fairly easy and making crescent rolls from scratch frankly is not. So I settled on Pretzel Dogs. I do have an amazing Pretzel Recipe but it wasn't on this computer and I didn't feel like charging up my other one. So I used my Amazing Pizza dough recipe instead. Overall it worked OK the Pretzels were chewy and tore nicely but didn't brown up nearly as much as a normal Pretzel recipe does.
Since this is fairly cut and dry. I'm just going to skip the ingredient list and move to assembly and baking times.
When your dough has risen the required time cut into small manageable pieces to fit the amt of hot dogs you have. Dry of the hotdogs after taking out of package. If you don't the dough will just slide off before boiling in the baking soda water. Work each ball of dough into a long thin tendril by rolling and pushing out with floured hands. Then from one end of the hot dog start twisting around til the whole dog is covered. Once all assembled turn on your oven to 450F and let it pre heat before bathing the pretzel dogs for 30 seconds in boiling Baking soda water. Remove with slotted spoon and drain the excess liquid before putting on nonstick baking sheet. Sprinkle some Kosher or Sea Salt on top. Once the oven is Pre-heated pop the dogs in and cook for 9-12 minutes or until Brown. Serve with chips and Mustard and enjoy.
Since this is fairly cut and dry. I'm just going to skip the ingredient list and move to assembly and baking times.
When your dough has risen the required time cut into small manageable pieces to fit the amt of hot dogs you have. Dry of the hotdogs after taking out of package. If you don't the dough will just slide off before boiling in the baking soda water. Work each ball of dough into a long thin tendril by rolling and pushing out with floured hands. Then from one end of the hot dog start twisting around til the whole dog is covered. Once all assembled turn on your oven to 450F and let it pre heat before bathing the pretzel dogs for 30 seconds in boiling Baking soda water. Remove with slotted spoon and drain the excess liquid before putting on nonstick baking sheet. Sprinkle some Kosher or Sea Salt on top. Once the oven is Pre-heated pop the dogs in and cook for 9-12 minutes or until Brown. Serve with chips and Mustard and enjoy.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Hubby's Ramen Recipe
While making my husband Lunch he asked if I ever posted about the way he prefers his Ramen. I said no since I don't really particularly care for the way it is and obviously the Recipe isn't my own. So after much pouting I decided to include it. If you like tuna,Ramen and Spiciness this will surely please your palette.
Hubby's Spicy Ramen Recipe
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2 Packages of Chicken flavored Ramen with Season Packets put aside
Hot Sauce to taste I use roughly 2 tbsps
1 can of tuna in water
1 egg
5-6 slices of any cheese you prefer *for dipping*
Fill your pot with water. Add your hot sauce and bring to boil. Add Ramen and cook according to directions. Once Separated add tuna and egg. You can scramble the egg prior to adding but my husband prefers it to get a quick poach instead leaving the yolk intact. Drain a little of the liquid before putting in bowl. You want to be able to grab with your chopsticks or fork not eat like a soup. Make sure to leave some liquid though so you can dunk your cheese in it. The cheese helps cool the mouth as the spiciness can be a bit much if your not used to it. That's It your done.
Hubby's Spicy Ramen Recipe
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2 Packages of Chicken flavored Ramen with Season Packets put aside
Hot Sauce to taste I use roughly 2 tbsps
1 can of tuna in water
1 egg
5-6 slices of any cheese you prefer *for dipping*
Fill your pot with water. Add your hot sauce and bring to boil. Add Ramen and cook according to directions. Once Separated add tuna and egg. You can scramble the egg prior to adding but my husband prefers it to get a quick poach instead leaving the yolk intact. Drain a little of the liquid before putting in bowl. You want to be able to grab with your chopsticks or fork not eat like a soup. Make sure to leave some liquid though so you can dunk your cheese in it. The cheese helps cool the mouth as the spiciness can be a bit much if your not used to it. That's It your done.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Brats topped with Caramelized Onions and Spicy Cream Cheese topping.
Sometimes it's the simplest foods that bring us so much joy. Every couple of weeks I get a hankering for a good hot dog. Usually this happens while watching sports or watching something on Food TV where they explore the origins of hot dogs. While I do love a simple hot dog in a steamed bun with mustard,sometimes you just get a craving for well something different. Which is where this recipe comes in. This is a grown up dog. Beer boiled Brats sliced open and grilled or pan fried then topped with a spicy cream cheese sauce and caramelized onions. You can make this for yourself or a group and it will surely impress.
Brats w/ caramelized Onions
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1-2 Packages Of Brats/Smoked Sausage
1 Can of your favorite Beer
1 large onion
1/2 stick of butter
Salt and Pepper to taste
Rolls of your choosing
Pour the full can of beer in pot or large skillet. Cook brats/sausage according to directions. While the Brats Cook heat up a separate skillet and melt your butter. Slice up your onion and start caramelizing. The onions are done when they turn a nice golden brown. When the Brats are done remove from pan and slice down the center but not cutting all the way through the skin. Grill or pan fry til Brats have a nice char. Top with Spicry Cream Cheese and a heaping spoonful of onions and your done and ready to enjoy.
Spicy Cream Cheese Sauce
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1 Package of softened Cream Cheese
1 Can of Rotell
Bust out your beaters and set aside. Drain the can of Rotell and dump in a bowl with the softened Cream Cheese. Beat until incorporated and smooth. The mixture will melt under the warmth of the hot Brats and Onions. So just mix and your done. Any leftovers can be used on bagels the following morning or stored for a week in the fridge.
Brats w/ caramelized Onions
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1-2 Packages Of Brats/Smoked Sausage
1 Can of your favorite Beer
1 large onion
1/2 stick of butter
Salt and Pepper to taste
Rolls of your choosing
Pour the full can of beer in pot or large skillet. Cook brats/sausage according to directions. While the Brats Cook heat up a separate skillet and melt your butter. Slice up your onion and start caramelizing. The onions are done when they turn a nice golden brown. When the Brats are done remove from pan and slice down the center but not cutting all the way through the skin. Grill or pan fry til Brats have a nice char. Top with Spicry Cream Cheese and a heaping spoonful of onions and your done and ready to enjoy.
Spicy Cream Cheese Sauce
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1 Package of softened Cream Cheese
1 Can of Rotell
Bust out your beaters and set aside. Drain the can of Rotell and dump in a bowl with the softened Cream Cheese. Beat until incorporated and smooth. The mixture will melt under the warmth of the hot Brats and Onions. So just mix and your done. Any leftovers can be used on bagels the following morning or stored for a week in the fridge.
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Southern Style Biscuits Made Easy
Since it's the day after the holidays my meal tonight was a cheat. I made the family tuna helper which surprisingly was fantastic and dare I say I might tuck a box or two away as a just in case meal. I had no rolls left so I needed some sort to put on the side. It's been awhile since I've had proper southern style biscuits with a meal so figured why not. These can be rolled out or as drop biscuits both are equally delicious.
Southern Style Biscuits
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2 Cups Flour
3 Tsp Baking Powder
2 Tbsp Sugar
1 Tsp Salt
1/3 cup Oil
2/3 cup milk
Mix dry ingredients. Put oil in measuring cup and add milk. Do not stir.
Add to dry ingredients. Mix lightly to moisten ingredients and knead one or two times to form ball. Roll out between two sheets of plastic wrap to about 1/2" thick.
Cut into biscuits or alternatively drop by the spoonful onto cookie sheet. I leave the choice up to you. Bake on an ungreased pan at 475F for 10-12 minutes, until lightly browned.
Southern Style Biscuits
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2 Cups Flour
3 Tsp Baking Powder
2 Tbsp Sugar
1 Tsp Salt
1/3 cup Oil
2/3 cup milk
Mix dry ingredients. Put oil in measuring cup and add milk. Do not stir.
Add to dry ingredients. Mix lightly to moisten ingredients and knead one or two times to form ball. Roll out between two sheets of plastic wrap to about 1/2" thick.
Cut into biscuits or alternatively drop by the spoonful onto cookie sheet. I leave the choice up to you. Bake on an ungreased pan at 475F for 10-12 minutes, until lightly browned.
Awesome Easy Pizza Dough
I've recently started making my own Pizza dough. Believe it or not I used to always buy the pre-made crusts or even just bought from one of the Big 3 when I've wanted Pizza. I came across a Recipe online for a Simple easy crust but while good it could use some tweaking and this is what I came up with. The dough is Chewy yet stiff enough to hold a ton of toppings without bending under the weight. This Recipe also makes Fantastic Bread Sticks.
Awesome Easy Pizza Dough
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4 cups Flour
1 tbsp Yeast
1/4 c Sugar
1 tsp Salt
2 cups water warmed to 105 F
Place dry ingredients in a medium sized mixing bowl and combine by stirring. Add your warmed water and stir until all the dry ingredients are incorporated into a dough. Cover the dough with a towel or saran wrap loosely and let it rise in a semi warm place for about 30 minutes or so. Next, flour a hard surface and knead the dough about 8 to 10 times by hand. Let the dough rise again in a covered bowl for about 20 minutes. Turn it out onto your floured surface and press by hand into your desired shape (round or square). Place prepared dough onto a Baking Sheet or Pizza Stone. I sprinkle Corn Meal on my baking sheet but you can oil it if you prefer. Use Desired toppings and Bake in a 400F degree oven until crust is crispy and brown. Makes several Medium sized Pizzas.
Awesome Easy Pizza Dough
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4 cups Flour
1 tbsp Yeast
1/4 c Sugar
1 tsp Salt
2 cups water warmed to 105 F
Place dry ingredients in a medium sized mixing bowl and combine by stirring. Add your warmed water and stir until all the dry ingredients are incorporated into a dough. Cover the dough with a towel or saran wrap loosely and let it rise in a semi warm place for about 30 minutes or so. Next, flour a hard surface and knead the dough about 8 to 10 times by hand. Let the dough rise again in a covered bowl for about 20 minutes. Turn it out onto your floured surface and press by hand into your desired shape (round or square). Place prepared dough onto a Baking Sheet or Pizza Stone. I sprinkle Corn Meal on my baking sheet but you can oil it if you prefer. Use Desired toppings and Bake in a 400F degree oven until crust is crispy and brown. Makes several Medium sized Pizzas.
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Easy Egg Nog Recipe
This is a no cook recipe so yes that means raw eggs. Wash the shells with soap and water before cracking just to make sure their is no lingering salmonella on them. I used pasturized eggs also. Eating raw eggs while safe is done at your own risk. This is slightly thinner then a traditional store bought nog but still spot on taste wise. So Let's get to it shall we:
Easy Egg Nog Recipe
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3 Cups Milk
8 1/4 tbsp Sugar
1 Tbsp Vanilla
1-2 Tbsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
6 eggs
*Alcohol is Optional Please drink Responsibly*
Crack the eggs into a bowl and get out your mixer or whisk. Beat the eggs for around 6 minutes they should be a light frothy yellow in appearance. Add the Sugar then milk in turn until fully incorporated. At this point I separated the mixture into two. One non-alcoholic and One with Bourbon in it. That is entirely up to you though. Chill for Several hours and then serve and Enjoy!
Easy Egg Nog Recipe
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3 Cups Milk
8 1/4 tbsp Sugar
1 Tbsp Vanilla
1-2 Tbsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
6 eggs
*Alcohol is Optional Please drink Responsibly*
Crack the eggs into a bowl and get out your mixer or whisk. Beat the eggs for around 6 minutes they should be a light frothy yellow in appearance. Add the Sugar then milk in turn until fully incorporated. At this point I separated the mixture into two. One non-alcoholic and One with Bourbon in it. That is entirely up to you though. Chill for Several hours and then serve and Enjoy!
Merry Christmas
Hello Again. I know I haven't updated this in a long time frankly I don't have any good reason as to why I haven't I have just been busy. I will be starting to add recipes again very shortly starting with an Egg Nog Recipe most likely. I'm going to keep this short and simple since it is Christmas Day and I must get back to cooking. May you all have A Happy and Safe Holiday. Be seeing you soon.
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