Salted Chocolate Cookies
Any chocolate lover will find these big, soft, chocolaty, fudgy cookies irresistible because the sea salt elevates them to a whole new level.

Set the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees C).

Spray cooking spray on two large baking sheets and line them with parchment paper.

In a bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt.

Cook the butter in a saucepan for three to five minutes, or until it has completely melted.

Stir in the chocolate chips until they are completely melted.

Get rid of the heat.

In a bowl, mash together brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until creamy.

A small amount of the chocolate mixture should be added to the egg mixture, and it should be thoroughly combined.

Add the remaining chocolate mixture gradually while constantly stirring to prevent curdling of the eggs.

Just combine the flour mixture before incorporating it.

Avoid overmixing.

ArnoldGreg September 23, 2023

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Sex with an Alligator
Coconut rum, melon liquor, pineapple juice, raspberry liquor, and Jagermeister are all ingredients in Sex with an Alligator. It’s tasty and filling!

In a cocktail shaker full of ice combine pineapple juice melon liqueur and coconut rum.

Shake vigorously and strain into a rocks glass.

Pour in the raspberry liqueur and let it sink to the bottom then float the Jagermeister on top.

If done correctly you should have a brown layer on the top and bottom and green in the middle.

ArnoldGreg September 22, 2023

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White Peach Sorbet
Sweet, aromatic white peaches make a refreshing sorbet that’s not too sweet. Use fruit at its peak of ripeness for flavor and sweetness.

Peel white peaches leaving a little bit of peach skin to add texture and color.

Cut chunks from peaches into a bowl and discard pits.

Add lemon juice.

Puree peaches and lemon juice with an immersion blender until smooth.

Stir in sugar to taste.

Blend again.

Chill peach mixture in refrigerator for 1 hour.

Pour peach mixture into an ice cream freezer and freeze according to manufacturer’s instructions.

ArnoldGreg September 21, 2023

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Rosemary Pork Roast
The Mediterranean essence of rosemary, garlic and olive oil does extraordinary things to a juicy pork tenderloin roast. Try this classic combination when you are in the mood for a simply sensational meal.

Set oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees C).

Spread the garlic over the roast OR tenderloin after liberally rubbing it with olive oil.

It should be placed in a 10 x 15-inch roasting pan with rosemary on top.

Bake the pork for two hours at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C), or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.

(63 degrees C)

ArnoldGreg September 20, 2023

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Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters
Fresh zucchini are mixed with common pantry ingredients, breaded, then air-fried for a healthier version of a favorite snack or side dish.

Use a grater with a large set of teeth to shred zucchini.

Put the zucchini, salt, and a sizable colander in the sink for ten minutes to drain.

Put the zucchini in the center of a piece of cheesecloth, wrap it around it, and squeeze to remove as much moisture as you can.

In a big bowl, combine Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, egg, three tablespoons of bread crumbs, pepper, and garlic powder.

Jalapeno, shallot, and zucchini have been combined.

Set the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees C)

ArnoldGreg September 19, 2023

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Quick and Simple Fairy Cakes
Fairy cakes are miniature cupcakes that are delicious both plain and with a simple glaze on top. For an after-school treat, it’s simple to make!

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Grease two 12-cup muffin tins or line cups with paper liners.

Beat butter and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.

Add 1/2 of the flour and 1/2 of the eggs; beat until smooth.

Add remaining flour and eggs and beat until batter is light and fluffy.

Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups filling each 3/4 full.

Bake in the preheated oven until tops spring back when lightly pressed about 10 to 12 minutes.

Cool in the tins for 5 minutes.

Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

ArnoldGreg September 18, 2023

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Double Cheddar Rotisserie Chicken Lasagna
This creative recipe combines lasagna and broccoli cheese soup with rotisserie chicken and two varieties of Cheddar cheese.

In a big skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter.

Cook the onion and carrots for about 4 minutes.

Add the garlic in the final few seconds to ensure that it becomes fragrant without burning.

In a bowl suitable for the microwave, combine broccoli and chicken broth.

In the microwave, steam for three minutes or until the food is tender.

Remove the chicken broth.

Add the chopped florets to the mixture of carrots.

Combine by stirring, then put aside.

Rotisserie chicken should have its skin removed.

Separate the pieces with care using a sharp knife.

Make sure to pick through and discard any bones before cubing the meat.

ArnoldGreg September 17, 2023

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Granny’s Swiss Steak
This is the pinnacle of comfort food. When I visit, my Granny frequently makes it for me. The sauce is thick and flavorful. Offer alongside corn muffins.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Dredge the cube steaks in a mixture of flour salt and pepper and brown them in the hot oil.

Arrange steaks in a 9×13 inch baking dish.

Sprinkle the green pepper onion celery mushrooms oregano and onion soup mix over the steaks.

Stir together the tomato juice and ketchup; pour over everything in the dish.

Bake for about 1 hour in the preheated oven or until the meat is cooked through and the sauce is thickened.

ArnoldGreg September 16, 2023

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Apricot Glazed Chicken
Soy sauce and apricot jam are the base for this tasty glaze, but you can also use orange juice or marmalade for a citrus variation.

Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray.

Brown chicken in heated skillet.

Add chicken broth jam and soy sauce.

Simmer for 20 minutes or until chicken is done (no longer pink in the center).

Remove chicken from skillet.

Add 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water to sauce to thicken (equal amounts more of each if you like it thicker).

Return chicken to skillet and turn to coat thoroughly with sauce.

ArnoldGreg September 15, 2023

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Blueberry Turnovers
Blueberry crescent rolls made with fresh blueberries rolled into prepared croissants and baked to perfection for a light, delicious pastry. Serve warm with a tall glass of milk.

Set the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees C).

On a baking sheet, roll out triangles of crescent-shaped dough.

Each triangle’s widest point should have 1 tablespoon of blueberries on it.

Each roll of blueberries should have 1/2 teaspoon of confectioners’ sugar added to them.

Roll up each crescent around the blueberries starting with the wide end; pinch both sides to seal completely.

For about 12 minutes, bake in the preheated oven until golden.

Take out and let cool for five minutes on a wire rack.

Dust the remaining confectioners’ sugar over the pastries.

Pour on vanilla frosting.

ArnoldGreg September 14, 2023

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