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2012-02-22T06:00:00.002-08:00

This day in history:1371 Robert II succeeded to the throne of Scotland, beginning the Stuart dynasty.1819 Spain ceded Florida to the United States.1879 Frank Winfield Woolworth opened his first "Five Cent Store" in Utica, New York.1924 Calvin Coolidge made the first presidential radio broadcast from the White House.1935 Airplanes were no longer permitted to fly over the White House.1980

TACO BELL FIRE SAUCE

2012-02-21T06:00:00.003-08:00

If you make your own Fire Sauce you can avoid a few unnecessary ingredients. Not to mention it will cost a lot less than buying a jar at the supermarket.Ingredients: Border Sauce - FireWater, Tomato Paste, Jalapeno Peppers, Vinegar, Salt, Spices, Dehydrated Onion, Modified Corn Starch, Onion Juice, Acetic Acid, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Potassium Sorbate and Sodium Benzoate as preservatives,

PERKIN'S FAMILY RESTAURANT SMOKED HAM, BACON AND CHEESE OMELETTE

2012-02-20T10:49:00.000-08:00

Perkin's Family Restaurant Smoked Bacon & Ham OmeletteMenu description: Tender grilled,diced ham with smoked bacon and American cheese fill and top this omelette. Approximately 1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup diced fully cooked ham3/4 cup shredded American cheese, divided3-4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled3 large eggs1/8 teaspoon saltdash ground black pepperSet aside 1 tablespoon each bacon and ham

PERKIN'S FAMILY RESTAURANT FARMER'S OMELETTE

2012-02-19T15:36:00.000-08:00

Perkin's Family Restaurant Farmers OmeletteMenu description: Filled with smoked bacon and country sausage, sautéed yellow onions, green peppers and shredded Cheddar cheese. Topped with more bacon, sausage, onions, green peppers and Cheddar cheese.Approximately 2 tablespoons butter4 slices bacon, cooked, drained and sliced about 1 inch long1/4 cup ground sausage, cooked and drained1/3 cup green

PERKIN'S FAMILY RESTAURANT EVERYTHING OMELETTE

2012-02-18T08:21:00.000-08:00

This will make a nicely filled omelette. You can always cut the amount of the filling ingredients down if this seems to be too much for your taste.Perkin's Family Restaurant Everything OmeletteMenu description: Smoked ham, American cheese, mushrooms, green peppers, tomatoes, onions and celery.Approximately 2 tablespoons butter1/3 cup green bell pepper, diced 1/3 cup tomatoes, diced 3

MORTON'S THE STEAKHOUSE RASPBERRY SOUFFLE

2012-02-17T06:00:00.000-08:00

Morton's of Chicago Steakhouse Raspberry Souffle1/4 cup butter1/3 cup sugar4 oz. vanilla pudding1 oz. raspberry liqueur2 tablespoons raspberry puree1 cup egg whites3 raspberriesBrush inside of a small souffle dish with butter. Coat with sugar and set aside.Beat egg whites in a copper bowl (or use a mixer) until they reach smooth peak stage. This should take 4 to 4 1/2 minutes. Add 2 oz. sugar,

CHOCOLATE COVERED PEANUT BUTTER PIE

2012-02-16T06:00:00.000-08:00

Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Pie1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate cookies1 cup peanut butter, in all1/4 pound cream cheese3/4 cup powdered sugar2 tablespoons milk2 tablespoons chopped peanuts2 3/4 cups heavy cream, in all6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, choppedPreheat oven to 350 degrees F.In a mixing bowl, combine the cookie crust with 1/4 cup of the peanut butter. Combine the mixture thoroughly and

PAUL DEEN'S DOUBLE CHOCOLATE GOOEY BUTTER CAKE

2012-02-15T06:00:00.000-08:00

Paula Deen's Double Chocolate Gooey Butter Cake18.25-ounce package chocolate cake mix3 large eggs1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted, plus butter for the pan1 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature3 to 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, to taste1 16-ounce box confectioners' sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped unsalted nutsWhipped cream, for topping (optional)Preheat

LOVELESS CAFE RED VELVET CAKE

2012-02-14T06:00:00.000-08:00

Loveless Cafe Red Velvet Cake2 1/2 cups cake flour1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (not Dutch process)1 teaspoon baking soda2 tablespoons liquid red food color1 cup buttermilk2 1/2 sticks (10 ounces) unsalted butter, softened2 cups packed dark brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt2 whole eggs plus 2 egg yolks1 tablespoon distilled white or cider vinegarCream Cheese Frosting-made

BAKED BAKERY SWEET AND SALTY CHOCOLATE CAKE

2012-02-13T06:00:00.000-08:00

This looked so good I thought I would post it and then hope I will get a chance to try it soon.Baked Bakery Sweet and Salty CakeYIELD:One 8-inch cakeFOR THE CLASSIC CHOCOLATE CAKE LAYERS:3/4 cup dark unsweetened cocoa powder1 1/4 cups hot water2/3 cup sour cream2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter,

CHOCOLATE VELVET DESSERT

2012-02-12T12:27:00.000-08:00

Chocolate Velvet Dessert1-1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs2 tablespoons sugar1/4 cup butter, melted2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips6 egg yolks1-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon vanilla extractCHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened3 cups confectioners' sugar3 tablespoons baking cocoa3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milkIn a small bowl, combine wafer crumbs and sugar; stir

SARABETH'S BAKERY CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE CAKE

2012-02-11T06:00:00.000-08:00

I haven't tried this recipe...yet. It's rather involved but looks pretty interesting. I would probably change the syrup flavor to raspberry and not add the orange zest to the cake. I have never been fond of the chocolate orange flavor combination.Sarabeth's Bakery Chocolate Truffle CakeMakes 12 servingsCHOCOLATE ORANGE CAKE:1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour1 cup superfine sugar1/2 cup

HUMMINGBIRD BAKERY VANILLA CUPCAKES

2012-02-10T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hummingbird Bakery Vanilla CupcakesAnother cupcake recipe for Valentine's DayThis is very loosely adapted from The Hummingbird Bakery CookbookCupcakes1 cup all-purpose flourScant 3/4 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature1/2 cup whole milk1 egg1/4 teaspoons pure vanilla extractVanilla FrostingNonpareils or other edible sprinkles, to

DREAMCAKES BAKERY STUPID CUPID CUPCAKES

2012-02-09T06:00:00.001-08:00

White Lily flour is a low protein, soft red wheat flour used in many southern kitchens. You can substitute cake flour or if available Martha White flour. All purpose flour will not provide the same results.Dreamcakes Bakery Stupid Cupid CupcakesStrawberry Cake:12 ounce frozen sliced strawberries in syrup, thawed1 cup butter, softened1 1/2 cups sugar4 large eggs2 3/4 cups all-purpose soft-wheat

BAKED BAKERY RED VELVET CUPCAKES WITH CINNAMON BUTTERCREAM

2012-02-08T06:00:00.000-08:00

This is another great recipe from Baked: New Frontiers in Baking by Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito.Baked Bakery Red Hot Velvet Cupcakes with Cinnamon Buttercream1/4 cup dark unsweetened cocoa powder2 Tablespoons red no-taste gel food coloring1/4 cup boiling water6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces and softened2 Tablespoons room temperature vegetable shortening1 2/3 cups sugar3

HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE LIQUOR

2012-02-06T19:08:00.000-08:00

Homemade Chocolate Liquor1/4 cup Cocoa Powder1 cup boiling water1 cup granulated sugar1 cup water1 cup vodkacombine the cocoa powder and boiling water, stirring to dissolve the cocoa. Set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.Carefully whisk sugar syrup into the cocoa mixture and add the vodka.Strain

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER GIANDUJA

2012-02-06T06:00:00.000-08:00

Chocolate Peanut Butter GiandujaServes 12 To 14Source: Schraffenberger Chocolate's cookbook Essence of Chocolate: Recipes for Baking and Cooking with Fine Chocolate by John Scharffenberger and Robert Steinberg. This book is beautiful. It's a book you can enjoy for the gorgeous pictures and the great recipes. Another of my favorite cookbooks.Crunchy Layer2-1/2 ounces SCHARFFEN BERGER 41% Cacao

LOADED BAKED POTATO DIP

2012-02-05T06:00:00.000-08:00

Loaded Baked Potato Dip 1 (2.1-oz.) package fully cooked bacon slices1 (16-oz.) container sour cream2 cups (8 oz.) freshly shredded sharp Cheddar cheese1/3 cup sliced fresh chives2 teaspoons hot sauceGarnishes:cooked, crumbled baconsliced fresh chivesfreshly cracked pepperServe with:waffle fries Microwave bacon according to package directions until crisp; drain on paper towels. Cool 10

CLAIM JUMPER CRUNCHY SPINACH SALAD WITH CITRUS DRESSING

2012-02-04T06:00:00.000-08:00

Claim Jumper Crunchy Spinach SaladSalad6 ounces cleaned spinach leaves1/3 cup glazed pecans2 tablespoons fried angel hair pasta2 tablespoons fried wonton strips2 tablespoons feta cheese2 tablespoons diced red onion2 tablespoons crispy bacon bits2 tablespoons shallots and green onion, fried crisp2 pinches toasted sesame seeds6 Roma tomato wedgesCitrus Dressing3/4 cup soy bean oil1/2 cup apple

GORDON BIERSCH BREWERY & RESTAURANT CHOPPED SALAD WITH OLIVE LEMON DRESSING

2012-02-03T06:00:00.000-08:00

Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Chopped Salad with Olive Lemon Dressing4 leaves Romaine lettuce, chopped1-2 leaves Radichio, chopped1 leaf Belgian endive, chopped1 Roma tomatoes, diced1/4 cup red onion, diced1/3 cup Pepper jack cheese, diced or grated1/4 cup artichoke hearts1/4 cup chickpeas1 pepperocini pepper, diced1/4 cup pepperoni, diced1 tablespoon toasted pecans, roughly choppedGrated

BENIHANA YAKISOBA DINNER

2012-02-02T06:00:00.001-08:00

Menu Description:Benihana Yakisoba DinnerJapanese sauteed noodles with chicken and mixed vegetables topped with a special sauce and sesame seeds.Benihana Yakisoba DinnerYakisoba Sauce:1 cup soy sauce1/4 cup sake1/4 cup seasoned rice wine vinegar2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ginger root, grated1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced2 tablespoons sesame oil4 oz chicken1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced1/2 cup sliced

ROSA MEXICANO GUACAMOLE

2012-02-01T06:00:00.000-08:00

Rosa Mexicano Guacamole1/2 cup finely chopped white onion 2 Jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced 2 Tablespoons Finely chopped fresh cilantro Salt, To taste 2 ripe, Fresh California Avocados, halved 1/2 cup Coarsely chopped tomato Combine half the onion, half the jalapeno, and half the cilantro in a mortar or food processor. Add about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt, then grind or pulse into a smooth paste.

PAULA DEEN'S WHITE CHOCOLATE LEMON TRIFLE

2012-01-31T06:00:00.000-08:00

Paula Deen's White Chocolate Lemon TrifleRecipe Courtesy of Paula Deen1 (10 oz.) jar lemon curd1 (3.3 oz.) box white chocolate pudding, prepared2 1/2 cups freshly whipped cream, divided2 loaves prepared pound cakes, cubedFor Candied Lemon Peel Garnish:1 lemon, washed well2 1/2 cups sugar, dividedwaterStart Candied Lemon Peel first by using a vegetable peeler to remove the peel from the lemon.

BROWNIE BITES WITH CARAMEL FROSTING

2012-01-30T06:00:00.000-08:00

No, I didn't make a leave "salted" out of the title. I like salted caramel as much as the next person but I am getting a bit bored with salted in from of caramel in just about every recipe I have seen lately. By all means, top the frosting with a sprinkle of sea salt if you want. You may have some frosting left over; I had about 1/3 cup of frosting left after piping it on the brownies.Brownie

McCORMICK & SCHMICK'S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT CLAM CHOWDER

2012-01-29T10:31:00.000-08:00

McCormick & Schmick's Clam Chowder This is adapted from McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Cookbook. Alas, another good cookbook that is hard to find. That sad note aside, back to the recipe. This recipe uses clams to replace the shrimp and assorted seafood in the Seafood Chowder recipe found in the cookbook.2 cups medium potatoes, blanched and diced4 strips bacon, sliced and not particularly lean4