November 16, 2024

Chicken Gnocchi Soup

 2 Tbs Oil1/2 medium onion, finely chopped2 ribs celery, finely chopped1 cup carrots, finely chopped or shredded1 tsp dried parsley1 tsp minced garlic1/2 tsp dried thyme3/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper2 boneless chicken breasts4 cups chicken broth3/4 cup heavy cream1 Tbs cornstarch3 cups small gnocchi 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped1/4 grated Parmesan cheeseIn a large pot add oil, onion,...

April 16, 2023

Crumpets

 Ingredients150g (1 cup) white flour200ml (3/4 cup + 1 tbsp) warm water1/4 tsp salt1/2 tsp white sugar1 tsp baking powderYeast Mixture1 tsp yeast1 tbsp warm waterCooking:2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (or vegetable oil)Crumpet Batter:Place flour, water and salt in a bowl and whisk for 2 minutes.Yeast Mixture...

Monster Cookies

 3 large eggs1 1/4 cup brown sugar1 cup sugar1/2 cup unsalted butter12 oz peanut butter1 tsp vanilla1/2 tsp salt4 1/2 cups rolled oats2 tsp baking soda1 cup M&Ms 1/2 cup chocolate chipsCombine eggs and sugars; mix well. Add butter, peanut butter, vanilla and salt; mix well. Add remaining ingredientsForm dough into balls (heaping tablespoon), then flatten slightly on pan. Bake at...

October 19, 2022

Coffee Cake

 Ingredients▢1 cup granulated sugar▢2 cups all-purpose flour▢1 tablespoon baking powder▢1/2 teaspoon salt▢1 egg▢1 cup milk▢1/3 cup vegetable oil Topping:▢1/2 tablespoon + 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon▢1/3 cup white granulated sugarDirectionsPreheat oven to 350°F and grease loaf pan.In a medium mixing bowl, combine sugar, flour, baking powder...

July 5, 2022

Lemon Chicken Orzo

3 tsp olive oil, divided1 lb diced chicken breastsalt and pepper1/4 cup chopped onion1 cup orzo2 cloves minced garlic2 1/4 cups chicken broth (I did 2 cups + some water)1 cup asparagus in 1" pieces (or broccoli or other veggie)3 to 5 oz spinach or kalezest and juice from one lemon1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseHeat 2 teaspoons of the olive oil in a large non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-high...

May 23, 2022

Honey Oat Bread

3 cups old-fashioned oats (2 3/4 cups oat flour)1/2 tsp salt3/4 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp baking powder3/4 cup milk1/2 cup honey2 eggsBlend 3 cups of old-fashioned oats into fine powder (flour). Then add remaining dry ingredients, then mix in wet ingredients. Let sit for 5 minutes.Pour into greased loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes.From h...

November 14, 2021

Chicken Noodle Soup

Soup3 Tbs. butter1 diced yellow onion2 cups chopped carrots2 cups chopped celery2 chicken breasts (about 3/4 lbs)8 cups chicken broth (four 14.5-oz. cans)3 bay leaves1 tsp. soy sauce1 tsp. dried parsley flakesNoodles1 egg2 Tbs. cold water1/2 tsp. salt1 cup flourMelt butter in a large pot over medium heat; add onion, carrots, and celery. Sautee 5-7 minutes, until they start to tenderize. Add remaining...

January 4, 2021

Sandwich Bread

 2 cups (11 oz) bread flour6 Tbs. (2 oz) whole-wheat flour2 1/4 tsp. yeast1 1/4 cups warm water (120 degrees)2 Tbs. unsalted butter, melted1 Tbs. honeyIn a mixer with a paddle attachment combine dry ingredients, then add wet ingredients. Mix on low until combined, then on medium for 2 minutes. Scrape down bowl, and mix for 2 minutes more. Remove bowl and paddle from mixer (leave paddle in...