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  1. MANLY SAUSAGE DIP RECIPE

    January 14, 2011 by Daniel


    I think the name says it all…

     

    MANLY SAUSAGE DIP RECIPE

    Serves: Makes 5 Cups Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 15 Minutes Ready In: 15 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1 lb sweet bulk sausage
    •2 green onions, chopped (can chop some of the dark green parts for garnish, but guys don’t care about garnish.)
    •1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
    •8 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes (you could use low fat, but with all that sausage, why bother?)
    •1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    •1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    •1/4 teaspoon cumin
    •1/8-1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

    PROCEDURE:

    •In a saucepan, brown and crumble sausage with the green onion until sausage is no longer pink.
    •Drain well
    •Return sausage mixture to saucepan.
    •Add remaining ingredients.
    •Cook and stir over med-low heat until heated through and cheeses melted.
    •Serve hot with their favorite dippers. (Or just give them each a spoon)

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     Serve with your favorite beverage, or two, and enjoy the kudos.


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  2. PESTO CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES RECIPE

    January 12, 2011 by Daniel


    Great sandwich idea for that half-time crowd.

     

    PESTO CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES RECIPE

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

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1/3 cup plain yogurt
    •1/3 cup pesto sauce
    •1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    •1/2 teaspoon salt
    •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
    •4 cups cubed rotisserie- cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts
    •1 cup diced celery
    •walnuts, to your taste
    •1 (1 lb) focaccia bread, cut in half horizontally, toasted, and cut into 20 slices
    •1 (12 ounce) bottled roasted red peppers, drained & chopped
    •10 romaine lettuce leaves

    PROCEDURE:

    •Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk.
    •Stir in chicken, celery and walnuts.
    •Spread ½ cup of salad onto each of 10 bread slices.
    •Top each serving with about 2 tablespoons bell pepper, 1 lettuce leaf, and one bread slice.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     Serve with a selection of pickles and other relishes for a refreshing half-time snack. By substituting low-fat mayo and low-fat yogurt this becomes a healthy meal as well.


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  3. SWEET & SPICY PECAN CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE

    January 6, 2011 by Daniel


    With the new year comes the “healthier eating” resolution, well let’s put a little spice in it this year.

     

    SWEET & SPICY PECAN CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE

    Serves: 6 Difficulty Level: 2 (of 5) Prep Time: 15 Minutes Ready In: 45 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •2 tablespoons hot red pepper sauce
    •1/2 cup margarine, melted
    •2/3 cup brown sugar
    •1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
    •1 tablespoon lemon juice
    •1 pinch salt
    •1 pound coarsely chopped pecans
    •6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
    •1 tablespoon olive oil
    •1 tablespoon Greek seasoning
    •1 pound romaine lettuce, torn
    •1 cup cherry tomato halves
    •1/2 cup fresh strawberries
    •1/2 cup seedless grapes
    •1/4 cup fresh raspberries
    •1/4 cup fresh blueberries
    •1/2 cup LITE honey mustard salad dressing

    PROCEDURE:

    •Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
    •In a bowl, mix the hot red pepper sauce, margarine, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and salt.
    •Mix pecans into the bowl, tossing to coat evenly.
    •Spread pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet.
    •Bake 10 minutes in the preheated oven, stirring often and watching carefully, until lightly browned.
    •Remove from oven, and set aside.
    •Rub chicken with the olive oil, place on a baking sheet, and sprinkle with Greek seasoning.
    •Bake 20 minutes or until juices run clear.
    •Slice into strips.
    •In a salad bowl, toss together romaine lettuce, chicken strips, cherry tomato halves, strawberries, grapes, raspberries, and blueberries. Sprinkle with pecans, and drizzle with dressing.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil


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  4. CHEESE STRATA RECIPE

    January 5, 2011 by Daniel


    Turkey or ham left over from holiday meals? Does not matter this recipe uses either.

     

    CHEESE STRATA RECIPE

    Serves: 8 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 20 Minutes Ready In: 1 ½ Hours

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •12 Slices white bread (crusts removed, reserved)
    •3/4 Pound sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
    •1 10 Oz. package broccoli (defrosted and chopped)
    •2 Cups leftover ham OR turkey (diced)
    •3 1/2 Cups of milk
    •1/2 Teaspoon of salt
    •1 Tablespoon yellow mustard
    •6 Eggs, slightly beaten

    PROCEDURE:

    •Cut 12 rounds from the bread (coffee cup works well) set aside, reserve the scraps
    •Lay scraps into the bottom of a greased 13×9 baking dish
    •Place 2/3 of the shredded cheese over the bread
    •Place all of the broccoli over the cheese
    •Spread all of the ham OR turkey over the mixture
    •Put the pre-cut bread rounds on top
    •Combine milk, salt, mustard and beaten eggs
    •Pour over the casserole
    •Cover and refrigerate for 6 hrs. (or up to 24 hrs.)
    •Bake uncovered for 1 hour, or until eggs are set
    •Sprinkle remaining cheese on top after first 45 minutes

    Happy New Year,
    Chef Phil

     Served with assortment of juices or a Mimosa cocktail will make this a memorable brunch….


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  5. PUMPKIN PIE CAKE RECIPE

    January 4, 2011 by Daniel


    Is it a pie or is it a cake? All I can attest to is that it is good !

     

    PUMPKIN PIE CAKE RECIPE

    Serves: 6-8 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ready In: 70 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1 29-oz. can of pumpkin
    •1 12-fl. oz. can of evaporated milk
    •1 Cup white sugar
    •3 eggs
    •3 Teaspoons ground cinnamon
    •1 Teaspoon salt
    •1 18-oz. package of yellow cake mix
    •1 Cup butter, melted
    •1 Cup chopped pecans

    PROCEDURE:

    •Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    •Lightly grease a 9-by-13-inch baking pan.
    •In a medium bowl, mix the pumpkin, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs, cinnamon and salt.
    •Pour the mixture into the baking dish.
    •Sprinkle cake mix over the pumpkin mixture.
    •Drizzle with butter.
    •Top with pecans.
    •Bake in the preheated oven 50 to 60 minutes.
    •Cool before serving

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     A little sprinkle of powdered sugar makes the presentation. Pie or cake…..no matter, ice cream goes with either.


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  6. MAPLE GLAZED HAM RECIPE

    December 28, 2010 by Daniel



     

    MAPLE GLAZED HAM RECIPE

    Serves: 8-10 Difficulty Level: 2 (of 5) Prep Time: 10 Minutes Ready In: 2 Hours and 20 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •4 pounds boneless smoked round ham
    •2 quarts apple cider
    •1 cup raisins
    •1 cup maple syrup
    •1 teaspoon dry mustard
    •1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
    •1/2 cup water

    PROCEDURE:

    •In a deep covered pot, simmer the ham in the cider for 2 hours. If the cider does not cover the ham, add enough water to cover.
    •Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
    •Drain the pot, reserving the cider. Remove any skin from the ham. Place the ham in a shallow baking pan and set aside.
    •In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Take 1/2 cup of the reserved cider and whisk into the mixture. Pour the mixture over the ham.
    •Bake the ham for about 45 minutes. Baste occasionally. Remove the ham from the oven, slice, and serve with caramelized cider gravy from the roasting pan.

    Thank You,
    Chef Phil


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  7. SCALLOPED POTATOES RECIPE

    December 27, 2010 by Daniel


    A great potato recipe, so easy and delicious. The leftovers are even better………

     

    SCALLOPED POTATOES RECIPE

    Serves: 6 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 15 Minutes Ready In: 1 ¼ Hours

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •4 Cups thinly sliced potatoes
    •3 Tablespoons butter
    •3 Tablespoons flour
    •1 1/2 Cup milk
    •1 Teaspoon salt
    •Dash of cayenne pepper
    •1 ½ Cups sharp cheddar cheese (grated, divided)

    PROCEDURE:

    •Pre heat oven to 350 degrees
    •In a small sauce pan , melt butter and blend in flour
    •Let sit to a minute
    •Add all of the milk and blend in with a wire whisk
    •Season with cayenne and salt
    •Cook sauce on low until smooth and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally
    •Reduce heat and stir in 1 cup of cheese
    •Place half of the sliced potatoes in a lightly greased 1 quart casserole dish
    •Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes
    •Repeat with second layer of potatoes and cheese sauce
    •Sprinkle the remaining grated cheese on top
    •Top with a few shakes of paprika for color
    •Bake uncovered for about 1 hour

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     This is a dish that can accompany any meat dish to complete a meal, or it can be a stand-alone meal by itself.


    Category Recipes, Vegetable Dishes | Tags: ,,, | 1 Comment

  8. SOUTHERN SWEET POTATO LOAF RECIPE

    December 23, 2010 by Daniel


    Here is something different for the holiday table……

     

    SOUTHERN SWEET POTATO LOAF RECIPE

    Serves: 6 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 30 Minutes Ready In: 90 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •2 teaspoons baking powder
    •1/2 teaspoon salt
    •1/4 teaspoon mace
    •1/2 cup unsalted butter
    •1/2 cup sugar
    •2 eggs
    •2 teaspoons grated orange rind
    •1 teaspoon vanilla
    •1 cup sweet potato, cooked peeled and mashed

    PROCEDURE:

    •Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    •Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and mace.
    •Using a mixer, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
    •Add eggs, beating after each addition.
    •Mix in the orange rind, vanilla and sweet potato.
    •Add the flour mixture gradually, beating until just combined.
    •Turn the dough into loaf pan.
    •Bake 1 hour or until a tester comes out clean.

    Happy Holidays,
    Chef Phil

     I served this like the brown bread with cream cheese that my mother served during the holidays.


    Category Recipes, Vegetable Dishes | Tags: ,,,, | 2 Comments

  9. CROISSANT BREAKFAST CASSEROLE RECIPE

    December 22, 2010 by Daniel


    This is a “no fail” recipe. Easy, yet looks elegant and can doubled or tripled to meet the occasion.

     

    CROISSANT BREAKFAST CASSEROLE RECIPE

    Serves: 4 Difficulty Level: 2 (of 5) Prep Time: 10 Minutes Ready In: 45 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •4 Plain croissants
    •1 Tablespoon butter
    •2 Cups sliced fresh mushrooms
    •1/4 Cup sliced green onions
    •4 Eggs
    •1 Cup milk
    •1 Cup shredded Swiss cheese
    •1 Cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    •1/4 Cup parmesan cheese

    PROCEDURE:

    •Split croissants in half and place cut side up in one layer in a rectangular casserole dish
    •Melt butter in sauté pan
    •Sauté mushrooms and onions until tender and liquid has evaporated
    •Set aside
    •Beat together eggs and milk
    •Pour half of the mixture over the croissants, layer mushroom mixture and cheeses on top
    •Pour remaining liquid over the top
    •Place croissant tops over the bottoms, cut side down
    •Let stand in refrigerator OVERNIGHT
    •Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until set *
    •* If it is browning too fast, cover with foil

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     Makes for a wonderful breakfast, don’t forget to allow for the overnight sitting time


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  10. ROAST VENISON RECIPE

    December 20, 2010 by Daniel


    Getting into hunting season, here’s a recipe for a wonderful roast of venison.

     

    ROAST VENISON RECIPE

    Serves: 10 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 10 Minutes Ready In: Less than 3 Hours

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •2-1/4 lbs. venison
    •1 can cream of mushroom soup
    •1 can cream of celery soup
    •1 cup water
    •2 large onions\cooked, diced
    •1/4 tsp. salt
    •1/4 tsp. pepper
    •1/4 tsp. ground oregano
    •1/4 tsp. sugar

    PROCEDURE:

    •Preheat oven to temperature 325°F.
    •Mix all ingredients in a baking pan and bake for about 2-1/2 hours, or until meat separates easily with a fork.

    Enjoy,
    Chef Phil

     Pair this up with some baked potatoes and sauteed green beans for a real meal !


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