Homemade Breadsticks with Garlic Cheese Dip
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Soft, warm straight-out-of-the-oven, homemade breadsticks with a cold garlicky dip. There's nothing quite like it. Serve with your pizza or pasta!
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1½ cups warm water (between 110 - 120° F)
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (or 1 envelope)
- 4¼ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 clove garlic (grated or squeezed in a garlic press)
- 2 tablespoons whole milk (or more as needed to think cheese dip)
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Bacon Cheddar Cornmeal Waffles
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Smoky bacon and cheddar cheese are mixed with corn grits to make the most mouth-watering waffles!
- 3/4 cup coarse cornmeal or polenta
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons butter (melted and cooled)
- 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup whole milk
- 5 slices thick-cut bacon (diced and cooked)
- 1/2 (heaping) cup sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated )
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Homemade Steak Sauce
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Skip store bought and smother your steak in this easy and delicious sauce! Recipe yields 1¼ cup or 20 (1 tablespoon) servings.
- 1 yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 medium lemon (juiced)
- 1/4 cup worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 to 3 tablespoons tamari
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon (heaping) dijon mustard
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- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup rolled oats (I like Bob's Red Mill extra thick cut oats)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 2 small bananas (slightly under ripe)
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Homemade Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup
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Skip the canned stuff and make a better and more delicious version of Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup yourself! A quick and simple recipe calling for real ingredients that can be used in replace of canned condensed soup! One recipe yields 1¼ cups or the equivalent to a small 10 ounce can.
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small shallot (minced (about 2 tablespoons))
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 2½ tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon base
- 2/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup whole milk
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- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
- 1 splash white wine vinegar
- 1 clove fresh garlic (squeezed through a garlic press)
- 2 pinches kosher salt
- ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1¼ pounds lean ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon [italian seasoning]
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup minced kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup minced roasted red pepper
- 1/4 cup minced onion
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 clove garlic (squeezed through a garlic press)
- olive oil
- 3 greek pita breads (pocket-less, quartered)
- lettuce
- cucumber slices
- tomato slices
- red onion slices
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Double Decker Pork Carnita and Refried Bean Tostadas
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A double decker tostada with homemade pork carnitas and refried beans are topped with the works!
- 2 cups refried beans
- 4 cups pork carnitas
- 8 tostada shells (or more depending)
- iceberg lettuce
- 1 recipe for Pico de Gallo
- 1 avocado (cut into chunks)
- sour cream
- lime wedges
- cotija cheese
- thinly sliced radishes
- hot sauce
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Homemade Cilantro Pesto
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Fresh cilantro whipped into pesto with a little toasted almonds, cheese and garlic. Delicious tossed with shredded chicken and rolled into flautas or as a spread on toasted bread rounds. Use as a topping for fish, chicken or steak. The options are endless. Recipe yields approximately 1¼ cup.
- 2 bunches cilantro (about 7 ounces total)
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 3 tablespoons cotija (or parmesan cheese)
- 1 clove garlic (smashed and peeled (garlic lovers use 2 cloves))
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- pinch freshly ground black pepper
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1/4 cup olive oil (plus more as needed)
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Grilled Sweet Corn Salsa
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Quick and easy! Grilled corn is teamed up with sweet bell peppers, spicy pickled jalapenos and the beloved combination of lime juice and cilantro.
- 4 ears sweet corn
- 1 tablespoon extra light olive oil (plus more, divided)
- 1/2 orange bell pepper (diced small)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (diced small)
- 1/4 cup red onion (diced small)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon chopped pickled jalapeño
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
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Southwest Chicken Nachos
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These fab nachos are loaded with ancho-Lime grilled chicken, grilled sweet corn salsa, black beans and don't forget the cheddar!
- 2 tablespoons extra light olive oil
- 2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 limes (juiced)
- 1½ pounds boneless-skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 1 handful cilantro
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 2 cups freshly grated cheddar cheese
- 1 recipe grilled sweet corn salsa (link in the post)
- 1 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- a few dashes hot sauce
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