Russian Pelmeni
Making pelmeni, a traditional meat-filled Russian dumpling, is a popular family activity in Russia during the long winter months.

In a measuring cup, add the egg, vegetable oil, salt, and just enough water to make one cup.

Pour 3 cups of flour into a bowl, add, and knead into a dough that is elastic and smooth.

For 30 minutes, rest while being covered with a kitchen towel.

Add 1 tablespoon of flour and lightly dust a baking sheet.

Mix the filling thoroughly by hand or with a fork after combining the ground beef, onion, water, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

ArnoldGreg June 10, 2024

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Easy Skinless Fried Chicken Thighs
For a healthier take on Southern fried chicken, these skinless thighs are coated in seasoned flour and fried in corn oil.

Heat oil in a large deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Combine flour salt pepper paprika and garlic powder in a large resealable plastic bag; mix well.

Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.

Add to flour mixture in the plastic bag; seal the bag and shake until thoroughly coated.

Fry chicken in hot oil turning occasionally until deep golden brown about 20 minutes.

Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

ArnoldGreg June 9, 2024

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Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole
Sweet potatoes, spices and apples are baked with a sweet pecan crumb topping.

Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan with enough water to cover.

Bring to a boil and cook 25 minutes or until tender but firm.

Drain cool and cut into 1/4 inch slices.

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

Lightly grease a 7×11 inch baking dish.

In a small bowl mix brown sugar cinnamon and nutmeg.

Layer sweet potatoes brown sugar mixture and apples in the prepared baking dish.

In a medium bowl mix flour brown sugar butter and pecans.

Sprinkle over the sweet potatoes.

Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes or until lightly browned.

ArnoldGreg June 8, 2024

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Thai Shrimp Fried Rice (Kao Pad Goong)
This one-dish meal of Thai shrimp fried rice, also known as kao pad goong, is more filling and satisfying than takeout.

Stir together oyster sauce fish sauce soy sauce and brown sugar in a small bowl.

Set aside.

Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a large cast iron skillet or wok over medium heat.

Add shrimp 1/4 cup green onions and 1 tablespoon garlic.

Cook stirring constantly until shrimp are firm and opaque 3 to 4 minutes.

Transfer to a bowl.

ArnoldGreg June 7, 2024

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Italian Bread Bowls
This bread bowl recipe makes eight delicious bread bowls that are tasty vessels for your favorite soups. Use a few now and freeze the rest for later.

In a big bowl, dissolve the yeast in 2 1/2 cups of warm water.

Allow to stand for 10 minutes or until creamy.

In the interim, lightly grease a sizable bowl.

Dust two baking sheets with cornmeal and lightly grease them.

Place aside.

Salt, oil, and 4 cups flour should be added to the yeast mixture and thoroughly combined using an electric mixer.

1/2 cup at a time, add the remaining flour, beating well after each addition on medium speed.

Once the dough has come together, turn it out onto a lightly dusted surface and knead it for about 6 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.

Turn the dough until it is coated in the greased bowl.

Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm location for about 40 minutes, or until it has doubled in volume.

ArnoldGreg June 6, 2024

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Mango Cardamom Bread Pudding
Mango-infused bread pudding with a generous dash of cardamom is silky smooth. given to my mother by a childhood friend.

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

a 9×11-inch baking dish with butter.

Place the bread and mango pieces in the baking dish that has been prepared.

Mix the sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla, and cardamom in a medium bowl.

Add to the bread.

Add a few pieces of butter to the top.

Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until slightly puffy and golden brown, in a preheated oven.

ArnoldGreg June 5, 2024

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Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp Scampi
A lover of garlic and shrimp will adore Chef John’s Hawaiian garlic shrimp scampi whether the shells are on or off.

Separate garlic cloves into a bowl and place another bowl on top.

Shake until all of the peels are knocked off the cloves about 30 seconds being careful not to shake too hard.

Chop peeled cloves into relatively small pieces.

Melt butter in a saute pan over medium heat and add chopped garlic.

Cook stirring occasionally until golden brown 2 to 3 minutes.

Transfer the garlic and butter into a small bowl and reserve.

Pat thawed shrimp dry with paper towels and add to a large mixing bowl.

Combine rice flour paprika cayenne and salt in a small bowl.

Sprinkle over the shrimp and use a large spoon or spatula to toss until completely coated.

ArnoldGreg June 4, 2024

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Creamy Shrimp Enchiladas
Easy and full of fresh, Mexican-inspired ingredients, these shrimp enchiladas will easily become a new go-to dinner dish.

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

A 9×13-inch pan should be sprayed with cooking oil.

On medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a big skillet.

Bell pepper and onion should be sautéed for about five minutes, or until soft.

Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.

Place the mixture in a bowl.

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until it begins to turn pink.

Add cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and salt to the vegetable mixture after that stir.

ArnoldGreg June 3, 2024

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Strawberry Milkshake Supreme
Make this old-fashioned milkshake with vanilla ice cream, fresh strawberries, and milk for a refreshingly delicious way to cool down!

Combine milk, strawberries, ice cream, and sugar in the blender’s container.

about 10 seconds to blend thoroughly.

Pour into a glass, then sip through a long straw.

ArnoldGreg June 1, 2024

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Skillet Lemon Chicken Breasts
This simple cast iron lemon chicken recipe only calls for chicken, lemon juice, and a little seasoning.

Cooking oil should be used to coat a sizable cast iron skillet.

Each chicken breast should be roughly 5 times forked before being placed in the hot skillet.

Each chicken breast should have 1 lemon quarter squeezed onto it, leaving some juice in each quarter.

Each breast should be seasoned with some cilantro, onion, salt, and pepper before cooking for 7 minutes or until golden brown.

Once more, flip the poke holes and continue seasoning.

Cook for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until the center is no longer pink and the juices are clear.

In the center, an instant-read thermometer should register at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees C)

ArnoldGreg June 1, 2024

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