Easy Shepherd’s Pie
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Set oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Meat is browned in a big skillet.
In the meantime, combine the potatoes, cream cheese, 1/2 cup of shredded cheese, and garlic.
Meat should be drained.
Then add the vegetables and gravy to the skillet.
Fill a 9-inch square baking dish with the mixture, then top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheese.
Bake for 20 minutes, or until heated.
ArnoldGreg July 20, 2023
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Sweet Challah
This recipe yields four beautiful loaves of sweet, eggy challah bread.
Mix the yeast 1/3 cup of sugar and warm water together in a large bowl stir to dissolve the sugar and let the mixture stand until a creamy layer forms on top about 5 minutes.
Stir in 3 cups of flour to make a loose sponge.
In a separate bowl beat 4 eggs 1/2 cup of vegetable oil 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 cup of sugar together and stir the egg mixture into the yeast-flour mixture until well combined.
Continue mixing in flour 1 cup at a time up to 9 total cups.
Dough should be slightly sticky but not so wet that it leaves dough stuck to your hands.
ArnoldGreg July 19, 2023
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Curry Chicken Pasta Salad
Good for lunch or dinner, this warm-weather, curry-flavored pasta salad with chicken can be a complete meal when served over a bed of lettuce and a side of breadsticks.
Large pot of lightly salted water should be brought to a boil.
Boiling water should be used to cook chicken breasts for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the center is no longer pink and the juices run clear.
In the center, an instant-read thermometer should register at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees C).
Chicken should be thoroughly cooled by rinsing it in cold water, cutting it up, and placing it in the refrigerator.
Large pot of lightly salted water should be brought to a boil.
Shell pasta should be cooked in boiling water, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes or until tender but still firm to the bite.
Drain.
Drain after rinsing pasta in ice-cold water.
ArnoldGreg July 18, 2023
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Mushroom and Chicken Crepe Packets
These savory crepe packets hold a creamy chicken, mushroom, and cheese filling and are smothered in gravy for an easy dish that’s sure to please.
In a blender, add the salt, milk, and eggs.
Blend until smooth.
Crepe batter should be set aside for at least 30 minutes.
Set the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan sparingly.
ArnoldGreg July 17, 2023
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Kay’s Creamy Mango Tarts
In this quick and simple tart recipe, pre-baked mini graham cracker crusts are filled with a sweet mascarpone, cream cheese, and diced mango mixture.
Beat cream cheese mascarpone cheese and sugar together until creamy.
Blend in heavy cream to make a thick custard consistency.
Fold in drained mangoes.
Divide mixture between prepared crusts.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
ArnoldGreg July 16, 2023
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Fermented Kosher-Style Dill Pickles
With this recipe for fermented dill pickles, you can make homemade pickles the traditional way while utilizing the probiotic properties of advantageous lactobacilli cultures.
Pour 1/2 gallon water into a large container or pot.
Cover loosely and allow to sit for 24 hours to allow dissolved chlorine to escape.
Crisp cucumbers by storing in the refrigerator or soaking in very cold water for 1 hour.
Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a saucepan.
Add salt and stir to combine.
Set aside to cool.
Wash cucumbers in cold water and remove any blossoms clinging to them.
Quarter large cucumbers lengthwise; cut medium cucumbers in half lengthwise; leave gherkin-sized cucumbers whole.
Peel and gently crush garlic cloves but don’t splinter them into fragments.
ArnoldGreg July 15, 2023
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Warm Brie and Pear Tartlets
Fill prepared mini tart shells with Brie cheese, pear, and thyme for a great sweet and savory party appetizer your guests will love.
Set oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees C).
Use parchment paper to line a jelly roll pan.
Place the tart shells in a row on the prepared pan.
Each shell should have a piece of Brie cheese inside.
Each shell should contain some diced pears, a few thyme leaves, and honey.
Bake in a preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and tarts are golden.
ArnoldGreg July 14, 2023
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Greek Pizza
Feta, tomatoes, and spinach are featured on a flavorful, light pizza.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
If using a pizza stone place in oven to preheat.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet; cook and stir onion and garlic until tender about 5 minutes.
Add spinach and continue to cook and stir until all liquid has evaporated 5 to 7 minutes.
Remove from heat and season with basil lemon juice oregano and pepper.
Allow mixture to cool slightly.
Unroll pizza dough on preheated pizza stone or a large baking sheet and brush with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Spread spinach mixture over dough leaving a small border at the edge of the pizza crust.
Top with 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
ArnoldGreg July 13, 2023
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Hychin
Hychin is a traditional filled flatbread of the Balkar people, from the Caucasus mountains in Russia. Traditionally hychin is served with garlic and dill sauce on the side.
Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender about 20 minutes.
Drain.
Combine flour buttermilk water and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
Whisk with a fork; when the dough thickens start kneading by hand.
Knead for at least 10 minutes applying all of your strength so you will have to put less effort into rolling.
Cover dough and let rest at least 30 minutes.
Peel and mash the boiled potatoes in a bowl.
Add mozzarella cheese and combine well.
Add salt to taste if the mixture is too bland.
Divide filling into 12 balls; place on a plate or baking sheet and cover.
ArnoldGreg July 12, 2023
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One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta
In this one-pot pasta dish, tender chunks of chicken and smoky pieces of sausage are cooked in a rich and delicious homemade Cajun-flavored Alfredo sauce.
Use salt and pepper to season the chicken.
In a sizable covered cooking pot, warm the olive oil over medium-high heat.
For 5 to 7 minutes, brown the chicken in the hot oil.
Add sausage to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until lightly browned.
Add the garlic and stir; cook for two minutes.
Pasta, heavy cream, and Cajun seasoning should all be added.
Over medium-high heat, combine and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Cook the pasta for 15 to 20 minutes with the heat on low, covered.
After turning off the heat, stir in the Parmesan cheese.
Stir in the parsley, then, if you like, top with more Cajun seasoning.
ArnoldGreg July 11, 2023
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