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  1. FLOURLESS HONEY-ALMOND CAKE RECIPE

    February 24, 2011 by Daniel


    I’ll bet you thought I wouldn’t post a heart healthy dessert……and this one is gluten free also !

     

    FLOURLESS HONEY-ALMOND CAKE RECIPE

    Serves: 10 Difficulty Level: 2 (of 5) Prep Time: 20 Minutes Ready In: 120 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    CAKE:

    •1 1/2 cups whole almonds, toasted
    •4 large eggs, at room temperature , separated
    •1/2 cup honey
    •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    •1/2 teaspoon baking soda
    •1/2 teaspoon salt

    TOPPING:

    •2 tablespoons honey
    •1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

    PROCEDURE:

    •Preheat oven to 350°F.
    •Coat a 9-inch spring form pan with cooking spray.
    •Line the bottom with parchment paper and spray the paper.
    •Process whole almonds in a food processor or blender until finely ground (you will have about 1 3/4 cups ground).
    •Beat 4 egg yolks, 1/2 cup honey, vanilla, baking soda and salt in a large mixing bowl with an electric on medium speed until well combined.
    •Add the ground almonds and beat on low until combined.
    •Beat 4 egg whites in another large bowl with the electric mixer on medium speed until very foamy, white and doubled in volume, but not stiff
    •Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the egg whites into the nut mixture until just combined.
    •Scrape the batter into the prepared pan.
    •Bake the cake until golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, about 28 minutes.
    •Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
    •Run a knife around the edge of the pan and gently remove the side ring.
    •Let cool completely.
    •To serve, drizzle the top of the cake with honey and sprinkle with sliced almonds.

    NUTRITION:

    •Per serving: 234 calories; 14g fat (1g sat, 8g mono); 85mg cholesterol; 22g carbohydrates; 8g protein; 3g fiber; 208mg sodium; 54mg potassium

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     Makes a great dessert or mid-day coffee break snack.


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  2. OLD FASHION STUFFED PEPPERS RECIPE

    February 17, 2011 by Daniel


    A “back to basics” recipe for this old time favorite.

     

    OLD FASHION STUFFED PEPPERS RECIPE

    Serves: 4 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 15 Minutes Ready In: 40 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •4 large green peppers
    •1 pound ground beef
    •1/2 cup chopped onion
    •2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce, divided
    •2 cups cooked rice
    •1/4 teaspoon salt
    •1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    •1/4 teaspoon pepper

    PROCEDURE:

    •Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds.
    •Place peppers in a large saucepan and cover with water.
    •Bring to a boil; cook for 3 minutes
    •Drain and immediately place in ice water; invert on paper towels.
    •In a small skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
    •Remove from the heat.
    •Stir in 1 cup tomato sauce, rice, salt, garlic powder and pepper.
    •Spoon into peppers.
    •Place in an ungreased shallow 2-qt. baking dish.
    •Drizzle with remaining tomato sauce.
    •Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until peppers are tender.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     I would serve this with mashed potatoes and a side of coleslaw for a good evening meal.


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  3. COWBOY HASH RECIPE

    February 15, 2011 by Daniel


    A quick, easy and inexpensive meal for the whole family that tastes great.

     

    COWBOY HASH RECIPE

    Serves: 6 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ready In: 20 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1 pound lean ground beef
    •1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    •2 cups corn
    •3 1/2 cups ranch-style beans

    PROCEDURE:

    •Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
    •Saute ground beef until browned; drain.
    •Stir in corn and beans and bring to a boil.
    •Reduce heat to low.
    •Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     I would serve this over cooked rice and if I had a few left over potatoes, I’d throw them in too.


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  4. SLOW COOKER BEAN CASSEROLE RECIPE

    February 14, 2011 by Daniel


    This is also known as “Sweet Chili” makes a wonderful meal on a cold evening.

     

    SLOW COOKER BEAN CASSEROLE RECIPE

    Serves: 6 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 30 Minutes Ready In: 1 ½ Hours

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1/2 cup ketchup
    •1/4 cup molasses
    •1 teaspoon dry mustard
    •1 (16 ounce) can baked beans with pork
    •1 teaspoon salt
    •1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
    •4 slices bacon
    •1 large green bell pepper, chopped
    •1 1/2 pounds ground beef

    PROCEDURE:

    •In a slow cooker, mix together ketchup, molasses, mustard, pork and beans, salt, and pepper.
    •Cook bacon and bell pepper in a large skillet over medium heat for about 5 to 7 minutes.
    •Add to the slow cooker.
    •In same skillet, brown beef, and stir into the slow cooker.
    •Cover, and cook on High setting for 1 hour.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     For a variation try black beans and chorizo in place of baked beans and ground beef. I always served corn bread as a side dish.


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  5. LEMON AND THYME GRILLED LAMB CHOPS RECIPE

    February 1, 2011 by Daniel


    The lamb chops are marinated in a mixture of lemon, thyme and olive oil for flavor, then grilled to your taste.

     

    LEMON and THYME GRILLED LAMB CHOPS RECIPE

    Serves: 6 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 10 Minutes Ready In: 1 Hour and 20 Minutes *Includes Marinating Time

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1/2 cup olive oil
    •1/4 cup lemon juice
    •1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
    •salt and pepper to taste
    •12 lamb chops

    PROCEDURE:

    •Stir together olive oil, lemon juice, and thyme in a small bowl.
    •Season chops with salt and pepper to taste.
    •Place lamb chops in a shallow dish, and brush with the olive oil mixture.
    •Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
    •Preheat grill for high heat.
    •Lightly oil grill grate.
    •Place lamb chops on grill, and discard marinade.
    •Cook for 10 minutes, turning once, or to desired doneness

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     I would suggest some garlic mashed potatoes and sauteed green beans to complete this meal.


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  6. CROCK POT LASAGNA RECIPE

    January 28, 2011 by Daniel


    Nice, easy lasagna recipe for the crock pot.

     

    CROCK POT LASAGNA RECIPE

    Serves: 8 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 15 Minutes Ready In: 4 Hours and 15 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1 pound lean ground beef
    •1 32 ounce jar of your favorite pasta sauce
    •1 cup water
    •1 3/4 cups ricotta cheese
    •1 3/4 cups KRAFT 4 Cheese Italiano Shredded Cheese, divided
    •1/4 cup Parmesan Grated Cheese, divided
    •1 egg
    •2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
    •6 lasagna noodles, uncooked

    PROCEDURE:

    •Brown meat in large skillet; drain.
    •Stir in pasta sauce and water.
    •Mix ricotta, 1-1/2 cups shredded cheese, 2 Tbsp. Parmesan, egg and parsley.
    •Spoon 1 cup meat sauce into slow cooker; top with layers of half each of the noodles, broken to fit, and cheese mixture.
    •Cover with 2 cups meat sauce.
    •Top with remaining noodles, broken to fit, cheese mixture and sauce.
    •Cover with lid.
    •Cook on LOW 4 to 6 hours or until liquid is absorbed.
    •Sprinkle with remaining cheeses; let stand, covered, 10 min. or until melted

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     How easy is this, plus the aromas that fill the house while it cooks is an added bonus.


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  7. COCA COLA CAKE W/ BROILED PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING RECIPE

    January 26, 2011 by Daniel


    Here is a recipe that was requested from a Facebook follower.

     

    COCA COLA CAKE w/ BROILED PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING RECIPE

    Serves: 10 Difficulty Level: 2 (of 5) Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ready In: 45 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •2 cups Flour
    •1 1/2 cup Sugar
    •1/2 pound Butter, melted
    •1/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa
    •1 cup Classic Coke
    •1/2 cup Buttermilk
    •2 Eggs, beaten
    •1 teaspoon Baking soda
    •1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
    •1 1/2 cup Miniature marshmallows

    Broiled Peanut Butter Frosting:

    •6 tablespoons softened Butter
    •1 cup Dark brown sugar
    •2/3 cup Chunky peanut butter
    •1/4 cup Milk
    •2/3 cup Chopped salted peanuts

    PROCEDURE:

    •Preheat oven to 350F.
    •Butter and flour a 9x13x2-inch pan.
    •Combine flour and sugar.
    •Combine melted butter, cocoa and Coke.
    •Add to flour mixture, stirring well.
    •Add buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and vanilla.
    •Mix well.
    •Fold in marshmallows.
    •Pour into prepared pan.
    •Bake 30-35 minutes.
    •Remove cake from oven and frost while still warm.

    Broiled Peanut Butter Frosting

    •Preheat broiler.
    •Cream Butter, sugar, and peanut butter.
    •Beat in milk, then nuts.
    •Spread over warm cake.
    •Place frosted cake under broiler, about 4 inches from heat source.
    •Broil only a few seconds, until topping starts to bubble. Watch carefully

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     I have had equal success using Dr. Pepper, however I do not recommend using the diet variety of either.


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  8. BAKED PINEAPPLE CASSEROLE RECIPE

    January 25, 2011 by Daniel


    They tell me that this is a bit of a tradition down here in the South, sounds interesting.

     

    BAKED PINEAPPLE CASSEROLE RECIPE

    Serves: 8-10 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ready In: 30 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1 28 Ounce can crushed pineapple w/ juice
    •1 1/4 Cups sugar
    •2 1/2 Cups Ritz Cracker crumbs
    •1 Stick butter, melted
    •2 1/4 Cups cheddar cheese

    PROCEDURE:

    •Preheat oven to 350 degrees
    •Combine pineapple and juice with sugar in sauce pan
    •Heat until sugar dissolves
    •In a casserole dish layer the pineapple, cracker crumbs,butter, and cheese in 3 layers
    •Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     I think this would make a wonderful side dish for baked ham.


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  9. COWBOY CAVIAR RECIPE

    January 19, 2011 by Daniel


    This was always a hit at our catering events, should work for a room full of football fans as well.

     

    COWBOY CAVIAR RECIPE

    Serves: Makes 8 Cups Difficulty Level: 2 (of 5) Prep Time: 20 Minutes Ready In: 2 Hours

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1/2 onion, chopped
    •1 green bell pepper, chopped
    •1 bunch green onions, chopped
    •2 jalapeno peppers, chopped
    •1 tablespoon minced garlic
    •1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
    •1 (8 ounce) bottle zesty Italian dressing
    •1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
    •1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained
    •1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
    •1 bunch chopped fresh cilantro

    PROCEDURE:

    •In a large bowl, mix together onion, green bell pepper, green onions, jalapeno peppers, garlic, cherry tomatoes, zesty Italian dressing, black beans, black-eyed peas and coriander.
    •Cover and chill in the refrigerator approximately 2 hours.
    •Toss with desired amount of fresh cilantro to serve.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     Serve with tortilla chips, or roll up in warm flour tortilla shells.


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  10. BEER BRATS RECIPE

    January 14, 2011 by Daniel


    Are you ready for some FOOTBALL? Or at least half-time eats ?

     

    BEER BRATS RECIPE

    Serves: 10 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ready In: Less than 30 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •4 (12 ounce) cans beer
    •1 large onion, diced
    •10 bratwurst
    •2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
    •1 teaspoon garlic powder
    •1 teaspoon salt
    •1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

    PROCEDURE:

    •Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat. When hot, lightly oil grate.
    •Combine the beer and onions in a large pot; bring to a boil.
    •Submerge the bratwurst in the beer; add the red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
    •Reduce heat to medium and cook another 10 to 12 minutes.
    •Remove the bratwurst from the beer mixture; reduce heat to low, and continue cooking the onions.
    •Cook the bratwurst on the preheated grill, turning once, 5 to 10 minutes.
    •Serve with the beer mixture as a topping or side.

    Enjoy the game,
    Chef Phil

     Served with potato salad and some chips, this is a tailgate party at home.


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