Cox5 Recipes - User contributions [en]

Blueberry Croissant Puff

2026-07-17T00:21:27Z

Jirah:

*3 large croissants, cut up (about 5 to 5 1/2 cups)
*1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
*1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
*2/3 cup sugar
*2 eggs
*1 teaspoon vanilla
*1 cup milk

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Place croissant pieces in a 9 inch square pan. Sprinkle with blueberries.
Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs and vanilla in medium bowl with electric mixer until well blended. Gradually add milk, beating well after each addition. Pour evenly over croissant pieces. Let stand 20 minutes.
Bake at 350°F for 35 to 40 minutes or until set in center and golden brown. You may want to cover it with foil for the last 10 minutes if the tops are getting too browned.
Serve warm sprinkled with powdered sugar.

Variation: Instead of baking in a square pan bake individually. Place croissant pieces evenly in 10 (1/2-cup) ramekins; sprinkle with blueberries and pour cream cheese mixture evenly over croissant pieces. Let stand 20 minutes. Bake at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes or until set in center and golden brown.

''Original recipe found at www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com''

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Turkey Brine

2026-07-16T20:09:58Z

Jirah: Drop stray Entrees category

*3 cups firmly packed brown sugar
*1½ cups Dijon-style mustard
*¼ cup salt
*2 tbsp. cayenne pepper
*2 gal. cold water
*1 bunch fresh thyme
*1 head garlic, separated into cloves and crushed
*3 gal. peanut oil for frying
*1 (10 - 12 lb.) Butterball® Whole Turkey, thawed if frozen

Combine brown sugar, mustard, salt and cayenne pepper in large non-metallic container. Gradually whisk in the water, thyme and garlic.

Remove giblets and neck from turkey. Discard or refrigerate for another use. You can use the turkey lifter while in the brine mixture only. (Do not use in the fryer.)

Place turkey in brine mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Preheat oil to 400°F.

Pat turkey dry with paper towels. Place turkey, breast side up, in basket. Slowly lower basket into hot oil, being cautious of splattering oil.

Maintain oil temperature at about 350°F. Fry turkey for 3½ to 4 minutes per pound. Remove from oil to check doneness. Insert an instant-read thermometer into thickest part of the breast, not touching bone. Temperature should read 170°F.

Insert thermometer into thickest part of the thigh, not touching bone. Temperature should be 180°F.

Remove turkey from hot oil and drain on paper towels. Let rest for 15 minutes before carving.

''Original recipe found at www.butterball.com''

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Pizza Dough

2026-07-16T20:09:58Z

Jirah: Drop stray Entrees category

*12.8oz (364g) 110 degree water
*4 tsp (18g) fine sea salt
*20g fresh yeast (or 9.2g active dried yeast, or 7g instant dried yeast) *amend yeast quantities depending on proving time.
*21.4oz (607g) “00” flour, plus extra for dusting

Whisk the salt and yeast into the warm water.

If mixing by hand: Place the flour in a large bowl and pour the yeast mixture into it. Stir with a wooden spoon until a dough starts to form. Continue mixing by hand until the pizza dough comes together in a ball. Turn it onto a lightly floured surface and knead with both hands for about 10 minutes, until it is firm and stretchy. Return the dough to the bowl. Cover with cling film and leave to rise in a warm place for about 2 hours or until doubled in size.

If using a mixer: Fit the mixer with the dough hook and place the flour in the mixer bowl. Turn the machine on at a low speed and gradually add the yeast mixture to the flour. Once combined, leave the dough to keep mixing to at the same speed for 5-10 minutes, or until the dough is firm and stretchy. Cover the dough with cling film and leave to rise in a warm place for about 2 hours or until doubled in size.

When the dough has roughly doubled in size, divide it into 3 or 4 equal pieces, depending on what size you want your pizzas to be (either 12 inches or 16 inches wide). Place each piece of dough in a separate bowl or tray, cover with cling film and leave to rise for another 30 - 60 minutes, or until doubled in size.Note: It’s also possible to cold-prove your pizza dough, a technique that allows the yeast to work on the sugars in the flour for longer, thus helping the dough to develop a deeper flavour. To do this, use half the amount of yeast listed in the ingredients, and leave the dough to rise in the fridge for 24-72 hours – basically, until the day you need it. Divide the dough and cover it as described in the main recipe, then set aside (not in the fridge) for at least 5 hours, until it is up to room temperature.

Kneading and stretching the dough: Our top tip is always to start with a perfectly rounded ball of pizza dough as this helps to keep the shape of the pizza base circular during the stretching process. Place the ball on a lightly floured surface, flour your hands and use your fingertips to press the dough into a small, flat disc. Working from the center, push the dough outwards while spreading your fingers, making the disc slightly bigger. Pick up the pizza dough and gently pinch it all around the edge, allowing gravity to pull it downwards into a 12-inch (30cm) circle. Neapolitan-style pizza bases are very thin, so you should be able to see through the base when you hold it up to the light. Take care when doing this – you don’t want it to tear.

Once the pizza dough is fully stretched, lightly flour your pizza peel and lay the base on it. If at this point you see any small holes in the dough, gently pinch them back together. Once you’re happy with the base, add your toppings and bake in your Ooni pizza oven as indicated in your chosen recipe.

''Original recipe found at www.ooni.com''

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Turkey Brine

2026-07-16T20:08:21Z

Jirah: Recategorize Entrees -> Marinades

Pizza Dough

2026-07-16T20:08:21Z

Jirah: Recategorize Entrees -> Breads

Nutella Pancakes

2026-07-16T20:08:20Z

Jirah: Categorize: Desserts

*1 cup flour
*1 Tbsp sugar
*2 tsp baking powder
*1/4 tsp salt
*1 egg, beaten
*1 cup milk
*2 Tbsp oil
*Nutella to taste

Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix together egg, milk, oil, and Nutella. Stir flour mixture into Nutella mixture; batter will be slightly lumpy. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Cook until pancakes are golden brown on both sides, serve hot.

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Spinach Apple Salad

2026-07-16T20:08:19Z

Jirah: Categorize: Sides

* 5 ounces fresh spinach
* 1 honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
* 1 shallot, thinly sliced
* 1 cup sliced almonds
* 1/4 cup shaved parmesan
* 1/4 cup dried cranberries

'''Apple Cider Vinaigrette'''

* ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
* 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
* 1 garlic clove, grated
* ¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
* ¼ teaspoon sea salt
* Freshly ground black pepper
* ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

=== Instructions ===
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, mustard, salt, and several grinds of pepper. Drizzle in the olive oil while whisking and continue to whisk until the dressing is emulsified. Alternatively, combine everything in a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake to combine.

Mix all the salad ingredients in a large bowl and toss with the dressing.

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Raw Tuscan Kale Salad

2026-07-16T20:08:19Z

Jirah: Categorize: Sides

PREP TIME: 10 min.
COOK TIME: 5 min.

INGREDIENTS

*1 bunch Tuscan kale (for ex: black or lacinato)''Regular kale works fine''
*2 thin slices country bread, or two handfuls good, homemade coarse breadcrumbs
*1/2 garlic clove
*1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus a pinch
*1/4 cup (or small handful) grated pecorino cheese, plus adiitional for garnish
*3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for garnish
*Freshly squeezed juice of one lemon (scant 1/4 cup or ~50ml)
*1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
*Freshly ground black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

Trim the bottom few inches off the kale stems and discard. Slice the kale into 3/4-inch ribbons. You should have 4 to 5 cups. Place the kale in a large bowl.

If using the bread, toast it until golden brown on both sides and dry throughout. Tear into small pieces and pulse in a food processor until the mixture forms coarse crumbs, or crumbs to your liking.

Using a mortar and pestle or a knife, pound or mince the garlic and 1/4 teaspoon of salt into a paste. Transfer the garlic to a small bowl. Add 1/4 cup cheese, 3 tablespoons oil, lemon juice, pinch of salt, pepper flakes, and black pepper and whisk to combine. Pour the dressing over the kale and toss very well (the dressing will be thick and need lots of tossing to coat the leaves).. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes, then serve topped with the bread crumbs, additional cheese, and a drizzle of oil.

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Green's Kale Salad

2026-07-16T20:08:18Z

Jirah: Categorize: Sides

'''Makes 16 cups'''

2 bunches Kale

'''Dressing:'''
*1/4 c. apple cider vinegar
*1/4 c. canola oil
*1/4 c. packed brown sugar
*2 cloves garlic, crushed
*2 T. Bragg Liquid Aminos or soy sauce (see note)
*1 T. red pepper flakes, or to taste

'''Instructions:'''

Wash the kale in cold water, pat it dry, and with a sharp knife, trim off the tough portions of the stems and discard them. Chop the kale into bite-size pieces and place in large salad bowl; set aside.

'''For Dressing:'''

Combine vinegar, oil, brown sugar, garlic, Bragg Liquid Aminos or soy sauce, and red pepper flakes in a saute pan. (I use a bit less red pepper flakes than called for) Simmer the mixture over moderate heat for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove the pan from the heat and immediately pour the hot mixture over the kale; mix well to thoroughly coat all of the leaves with the dressing. Allow the kale to sit for 10 minutes or more before serving.

'''Note:'''

Bragg Liquid Aminos is a liquid form of vegetable protein made from soy beans and purified water. It provides 16 essential amino acids and is produced without additional salt or preservatives. You can find it at Whole Foods.

'''Per (1-cup) serving:''' 80 calories (40.7 percent calories from fat), 4g fat, 0mg cholesterol, 110mg sodium, 11g carbohydrates, 1g dietary fiber, 2g protein

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Almond Strawberry Salad

2026-07-16T20:08:18Z

Jirah: Categorize: Sides

*3 cups fresh baby spinach
*1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
*1/4 cup sliced honey-roasted almonds
*1 tablespoon cider vinegar
*1 tablespoon honey
*1-1/2 teaspoons sugar

In a large bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries and almonds. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, honey and sugar; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately. Yield: 4 servings.

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Chicken, Shiitake, & Wild Rice Soup

2026-07-16T20:08:17Z

Jirah: Categorize: Entrees

Servings: 6 • Size: 1-1/2 cups • Old Points: 5 pts • Points+: 6 pts
Calories: 237.6 • Fat: 4.3 g • Protein: 14 g • Carb: 35.4 g • Fiber: 1.7 g

*1 tbsp butter
*1 small onion
*1 tbsp flour
*8 cups (64 oz) fat free low sodium chicken broth
*1 cups water
*2 chopped carrots
*3 garlic cloves
*2 celery stalks
*4 skinless chicken thighs
*4.5 oz long grain rice and wild rice combo (I used Carolina)
*1/2 cup long grain white rice
*4 oz. shiitake mushrooms, sliced
*2 tbsp light sour cream (vegans can use vegan sour cream or leave it out)
*salt and fresh pepper

Melt butter in a large pot on medium heat, add onion and saute until soft nut not browned, about 3-4 minutes. Add flour and saute another minute.

Add chicken broth, water, carrots, garlic, celery, and chicken thighs, cover and simmer 20 minutes. Add wild rice mix along with it's seasoning, long grain rice, mushrooms, salt and pepper to taste and simmer on low, covered 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove chicken from pot and shred with two forks, return to pot, add sour cream and more water if too thick, adjust salt and pepper to taste and serve.

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Tortilla Soup

2026-07-16T20:08:16Z

Jirah: Categorize: Entrees

* 2 onions, chopped
* 4 garlic cloves, minced
* 4 T. vegetable oil

Saute these 3 ingredients. Then add:

* 2 – 4 ounce cans of green chilis
* 2 – 15 ounce cans of original style stewed tomatoes, including the juice
* 8 cups of chicken broth (Or use 8 cups of water and 8 chicken bouillon cubes)
* 2 t. lemon pepper
* 4 t. Worcestershire sauce
* 1/2 t. chili powder
* 2 t. ground cumin

Simmer the above for 20 minutes.

Whisk together until smooth (no lumps), and then whisk it into the simmering mixture:

* 4 T. flour
* 1 cup cold water

Bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then add:

* 2 pounds of boneless, skinless cooked chicken (using just chicken breast makes it lower fat)

Simmer 5 more minutes, stir occasionally. Turn off the heat and stir in until completely melted:

* 2/3 cup low-fat sour cream
* salt and pepper to taste

Serve with fresh chopped cilantro and tortilla chips. For a lower fat option, cut corn tortillas into thin strips and bake until lightly crispy.

Other optional garnishes are diced avocado, grated Monterey Jack cheese, or an additional dollop of low-fat sour cream.

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Peaches and Cream Coffee Cake

2026-07-16T20:08:16Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

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Cake:
*2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
*1 cup brown sugar, packed
*3/4 cup butter, softened
*2 eggs, separated
*1 cups heavy whipping cream (or milk)
*1/2 tsp salt
*1 tsp cinnamon
*1/2 tsp nutmeg
*2-1/4 tsp baking powder
*1 can (21 oz.) Peach Pie Filling

Icing:
*1 Tbsp butter
*1 tsp vanilla
*3/4 cup powdered sugar
*3-5 Tbsp heavy whipping cream (or milk)

Cake:

Preheat oven to 350°
Mix flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and butter (will be crumbly). Take out one cup of this and save for topping.
Mix egg yolks with cream and add to remainder of flour mixture. Add salt and baking powder and mix until very smooth.
Gently fold in egg whites.
Pour into greased springform pan.
Put pie filling evenly over top of batter. Sprinkle with crumb mixture.
Bake for 55-65 minutes. Until lightly brown on top.
Allow to cool for five minutes then remove from pan.
Drizzle with vanilla icing.

Icing:

Melt butter in microwave, then add vanilla.
Slowly stir in powdered sugar. (will be clumpy)
Add 3 tablespoons of cream (or milk) stir until creamy and smooth. Add more cream 1 tablespoon at a time until right consistency (runny enough to drizzle over cake).

''Note: You could also bake this in a greased 9x13 glass pan at 375° for 45 minutes.''

''Original recipe from www.tidymom.net''

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Raspberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake

2026-07-16T20:08:15Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

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*2 1/4 cups flour
*3/4 cup sugar
*3/4 cup butter
*1/2 teaspoon baking powder
*1/2 teaspoon baking soda
*1/4 teaspoon salt
*3/4 cup sour cream
*2 eggs
*8 ounces softened cream cheese
*1/4 cup sugar
*1/2 cup homemade or store-bought raspberry jam

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Mix flour, sugar, and butter with a pastry cutter or in a food processor to make a crumbly mixture. Reserve 1 cup of the crumbs for topping.

Combine remaining crumbs with baking powder, baking soda, salt, sour cream, and 1 egg. Mix until mostly smooth. Spread in the bottom of a lightly greased 9×13 baking pan.

Beat softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar and 1 egg until smooth. Pour over the batter in the pan and spread in an even layer. Spoon the jam over the cream cheese layer and swirl with a knife to make a marbled effect. Sprinkle reserved crumbs on top.

Bake for 45-55 minutes until a knife inserted comes out clean.

Can be served warm or room temperature.

''Original recipe from www.pinchofyum.com''

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Monkey Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:15Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

*24 Rhodes Bake-n-Serve white dinner rolls
*2/3 cup brown sugar
*2 teaspoons cinnamon
*1/2 cup butter, melted
*1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Thaw rolls until soft (about 1 hour at room temperature). Cut each roll in half.

In a medium bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts together. Dip roll halves in butter then roll in cinnamon/sugar mixture until thoroughly coated.

Arrange in Bundt pan that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray and cover with plastic wrap.

Let rise until double in size (2-3 hours). Remove wrap.

Bake at 350 degrees for 30-50 minutes. Cover with foil the last 15 minutes of baking.

Immediately after removing from the oven, carefully release edges and center tube with a knife. Invert onto a serving plate.

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Coffecake

2026-07-16T20:08:14Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

=='''Ma's Coffecake'''==

'''Ingredients:'''
* 1 beaten egg
* 1/2 c milk
* 2 T melted butter
* 1 c flour
* 1/2 c sugar
* 2 t baking powder
* 1/2 t salt
* 1/4 c brown sugar
* 1 t cinnamon
* 1 T flour
* 1 T melted butter

'''Instructions:'''
Mix egg, milk, 2 T butter, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pour into 9x9 pan.
In separate bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, flour and 1 T butter. Sprinkle over batter.

'''Bake:''' 375 degrees F for 20-25 minutes. Toothpick test.

'''Note:''' Make sure that the topping is crumbly, not liquidly. Otherwise the crumb topping will become a syrup, so don't add any extra melted butter.

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Zucchini Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:14Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

* 3 eggs
* 3 c. flour
* 2 c. sugar
* 1 c. oil
* 2 c. grated or ground zucchini
* 1 t. baking powder
* 2 t. cinnamon
* 1 t. salt
* 1 ½ t. baking soda
* 2 t. vanilla

Combine all ingredients. Bake at 325 for 1 hr. 15 min. in 2 greased loaf pans.

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Swedish Coffee Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:13Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

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Bread:
* 1 cup whole milk
* 1/2 cup white sugar
* 1/2 cup butter
* 2-pkg active yeast dissolved in 1/4 cup warm water
* About 4 cups all purpose flour
* 1 large egg
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1 teaspoon ground cardamom

Filling:
* 2 Tbsp melted butter
* 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
* 1 Tbsp white sugar
* 2 teaspoons cinnamon
* 1 cup golden raisins (optional)
* 1/2 cup slivered almonds (optional)
* 1/4 cup almond paste (optional)

Egg glaze:
* 2 egg yolks
* 2 Tbsp cream

Sugar glaze:
* 1 cup powdered sugar
* 1 Tbsp water

1) Put milk into a small saucepan and heat on medium heat until steamy (but not boiling). Remove from heat. Stir in the butter and sugar until the butter has melted and the sugar dissolved. Pour into a mixing bowl. Mix in yeast mixture and egg.

2) Mix in salt and cardamom. Slowly add in 2 cups of the flour. After the first two cups of flour gradually add more flour until a soft dough starts to form a ball and pull away from the sides of the bowl.

3) Turn out onto a floured surface and knead dough for 7 to 10 minutes until smooth, OR use a dough hook in a stand-up mixer and knead the dough that way for 7 to 10 minutes, adding more flour as needed to keep the dough from being too sticky. Note that the dough should remain soft, so take care not to add too much flour.

4) Place the dough in an oiled bowl, covered with a clean tea-towel or with plastic wrap. Let rise for an hour or until the dough has doubled in size.

At this point you can make a simple braided bread if you want (2 loaves), by punching the dough down, dividing the dough in half, and then dividing each half into three equal parts, rolling the dough pieces into ropes, braiding them, and tucking the ends under. (Skip down to step 8 for baking instructions.) Or you can get more fancy by adding a filling and forming the dough into a wreath shape. The following directions are for the wreath form.

5) Press the dough down to deflate it a bit. Divide the dough into 2 equal parts. Take one part (saving the other for wreath number 2) and use your fingers to spread it into a 8-inch by 16-inch rectangle on a lightly floured, clean, flat surface. If you are having difficulty getting the dough to keep its shape, just do what you can and let it sit for 5 minutes before trying again. Like pizza dough, the dough needs time to relax while you are forming it. Brush the dough with melted butter, leaving at least a half inch border on the edges so the dough will stick together when rolled. Mix together the brown and white sugar and the cinnamon and sprinkle the dough with half of the mixture (saving the other half for the second batch of dough). Sprinkle on more fillings, as you like, such as raisins, slivered almonds, or almond paste. You could even sprinkle on some cream cheese for a creamier filling.

6) Carefully roll the dough up lengthwise, with the seam on the bottom. Carefully transfer to a greased baking sheet. Form a circle with the dough on the baking sheet, connecting the ends together.

7) Using scissors, cut most of the way through the dough, cutting on a slant. Work your way around the dough circle. After each cut, pull out the dough segment either to the right or to the left, alternating as you go around the circle. The dough circle will look like a wreath when you are done.

Repeat steps 5, 6, and 7 with the rest of the dough, to form a second wreath.

8) Cover lightly with plastic wrap and set in a warm area for a second rise. Let rise for about 40 minutes to an hour; the dough should again puff up in size.

9) Preheat the oven to 350°F. Whisk together the egg yolks and cream. Use a pastry brush to brush over the dough. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes. After the first 15 minutes of baking, if the top is getting well browned, tent with some aluminum foil.

10) Remove from oven and let cool completely. Whisk together powdered sugar and water to create a final glaze (optional). Add more water if the glaze is too thick to drizzle, add more powdered sugar if the glaze is too runny. Drizzle the glaze in a back and forth motion over the pastry.

Makes 2 wreaths.

''Original recipe found at simplyrecipes.com''

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Summer Squash “Spice” Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:13Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

*3 eggs, beaten
*2 c white sugar
*1 c vegetable oil
*2 t vanilla extract
*3 c all-purpose flour
*3 t baking powder
*3 t ground cinnamon
*3 t ground nutmeg
*2 c shredded summer squash

1.Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

2.In large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the eggs until fluffy. Beat in the sugar, oil and vanilla. Gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, cinnamon and nutmeg. Fold in the squash. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.

3.Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

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Strawberry Shortcake Banana Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:12Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

Bread:
*1 cup flour
*1 tsp. baking soda
*1/4 tsp. kosher salt
*3/4 cup sugar
*1/2 cup butter, melted
*1/4 c. buttermilk
*1 tsp. vanilla extract
*1 egg plus 1 egg yolk
*1 cup sliced strawberries
*3 super ripe bananas, mashed

Crumb topping:
*1/2 cup flour
*1/4 cup sugar
*1/2 cup butter, softened
*pinch of salt

Optional toppings:
*sliced strawberries
*whipped cream

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and butter and flour a 9-x-5" loaf pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup flour, baking soda, and salt.
In another large bowl, combine 3/4 cup sugar, 1/2 cup butter, buttermilk, vanilla, egg and egg yolk until smooth. Pour wet ingredients over dry and stir until combined, then fold in strawberries and mashed bananas.
Make crumb topping: Combine remaining 1/2 cup flour, remaining 1/4 cup sugar, remaining 1/2 cup butter, and a pinch of salt.
Transfer batter to prepared baking dish and top with crumb topping. Bake until deeply golden and a toothpick comes out clean, about 60 minutes. Let cool at least 10 minutes before serving.
To serve as a shortcake, stack banana bread with freshly whipped cream and strawberries.

To make as muffins bake for 20-25 minutes.

''Original recipe found at www.delish.com''

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Pumpkin Pop-ups

2026-07-16T20:08:12Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

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Pop-Ups
*1.5 c. pumpkin puree
*3/4 c. white sugar
*1/4 c. raw sugar
*2 c. flour
*1/2 c. butter or margarine
*pinch of salt
*1 t. baking soda
*1 t. baking powder
*1 t. cinnamon
*1/2 t. freshly ground nutmeg
*1 t. vanilla extract
*1 c. butterscotch bits
*20 no-wax 3 oz. paper cups

Icing
*1/2 c. packed brown sugar
*3 T. butter
*1 T. milk
*1 c. confectioners’ sugar
*1 t. vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 375 F. Place paper cups out on a baking sheet and lightly spray with non-stick spray. Leave a little space between each cup to ensure even baking.

Cream together butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Add the pumpkin and vanilla. Beat until well combined. Sift together flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and nutmeg. Slowly add dry ingredients to wet ones just until dry ingredients are moistened. Using a large knife, roughly chop the butterscotch bits and add to the mixing bowl and add to batter. Stir just until incorporated.

Fill each prepared cup a little bit more than half way with batter. Use a small spatula or spoon to push batter down into the bottom of the cups. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes until tops are slightly coloring and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Do not over bake as these pop-ups are meant to be very moist. If some appear to be done before others, remove the ones that are ready and continue to bake the rest.

To prepare icing, combine all ingredients in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir as the mixture melts, being careful to get out any lumps. You can prepare this icing ahead of time, but you’ll need to melt it again just before applying to the pop-ups. On COOL pop-ups, drizzle a spoonful of icing over the top. Allow icing to cool and set up. Once icing is set, store in an airtight container.

Serve in the paper cups or, if you prefer a fancier presentation, remove each pop-up from its cup by gently tearing the paper away from it. Then plate pop-ups individually and serve with an extra drizzle of brown sugar icing.

(makes about 20 pop-ups)

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Pumpkin Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:11Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

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* 2/3 c. shortening (or 1/2 c. olive oil)
* 2 2/3 c. sugar
* 4 eggs
* 1 can (16 ounces) pumpkin
* 2/3 c. water
* 3 1/3 c. all-purpose flour*
* 2 teaspoons baking soda
* 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
* 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
* 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1 teaspoon ground cloves

Grease bottoms only of 2 loaf pans, 9x5x3 inches, or 3 loaf pans, 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2. Mix shortening and sugar in a large bowl. Add eggs, pumpkin, and water. Blend in flour, baking soda, salt, baking powder, cinnamon, and cloves. Pour into pans. Bake at 350 degrees until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Cool on cooling racks for 10 minutes. After ten minutes, take a table knife and loosen all sides of loaves from pans; remove from pans and allow to finish cooling on cooling racks. Cool completely before slicing. To store, wrap and refrigerate no longer than 10 days.

<nowiki>*</nowiki>If using self-rising flour, omit baking soda, salt, and baking powder.

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Oat Bran Chocolate Chip Muffins

2026-07-16T20:08:10Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

Preheat oven to 425°F.

Mix well:

* 2 1/4 cups oat bran
* 3/4 cups brown sugar
* 1 teaspoon baking powder
* 1/4teaspoon salt

Mix well separately:

* 1 cup skim milk
* 1/2 cup egg whites or egg beaters (takes 3 eggs)
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 3/4 cups chocolate chips

Now mix wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mix well, and pour into the pan. (The batter will be very wet.) Sprinkle some more chocolate chips on top.

Bake for 15-20 minutes or till done — a toothpick comes out dry.

Variations:

Add 5 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the dry ingredients to make them double-chocolate muffins.

OR

Add 2 teaspoons cinnamon and 1 teaspoon nutmeg to the dry ingredients—it makes them taste like oatmeal-chocolate chip cookies.

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Jamaican Banana Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:10Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

*1/2 cup raisins
*1/2 cup dark rum
*1 1/2 cup mashed overripe bananas, from 3 or 4 bananas
*1/3 cup salted butter, melted
*3/4 cup raw or turbinado sugar
*1 large egg, beaten
*1 teaspoon vanilla extract
*1 tablespoon raisin-infused dark rum (from soaking the raisins)
*1 teaspoon cinnamon
*1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
*1/8 teaspoon allspice
*1 teaspoon baking soda
*1/4 teaspoon salt
*1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
*1/4 cup coconut

Soak the raisins in advance: Combine raisins and rum in a small container with a tight fitting lid. Let stand at room temperature at least overnight before straining and reserving the raisin-infused rum. (You may soak the raisins for much longer but will likely have to add more rum as the raisins absorb it.)

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Grease an 8x4-inch loaf pan generously with cooking spray. You can use butter to grease the pan too, but your loaf may turn out a little darker.

Strain the raisins and reserve the liquid.

In a large mixing bowl, add mashed bananas and stir in melted butter. Mix in the sugar, egg, vanilla, and 1 tablespoon of raisin-infused rum. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Stir to combine.

Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir to combine. Mix in the flour until fully combined. (Note that it will be slightly lumpy because of the pieces of mashed banana.)

Lastly, fold in the strained raisins and coconut.

Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan, scraping the bowl to assist. Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until a tester comes out clean.

Cool on a rack at least 15 minutes before removing the loaf from the pan. Cool completely before slicing and serving.

''Original recipe found at www.simplyrecipes.com''

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Honey & Goat Cheese-Filled Fig Muffins

2026-07-16T20:08:09Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

YIELD: 1 Dozen

INGREDIENTS

*3/4c. crumbled soft goat cheese or reduced fat cream cheese
*2Tb. honey
*1tsp. grated lemon zest
*1 1/4tsp. vanilla extract
*2c. white whole wheat flour
*1 1/2tsp. baking powder
*1/2tsp. baking soda
*1/4tsp. salt
*2 large eggs
*1 large egg white
*3/4c. packed brown sugar
*1c. nonfat buttermilk
*1/3c. EV Olive Oil
*1 1/4c. chopped dried figs
*3Tb. turbinado (or granulated sugar)

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 425F. Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners/coat with cooking spray.

Thoroughly combine goat cheese, honey, lemon zest, and 1/4tsp. vanilla in a small bowl. Set aside.

Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Lightly beat eggs and egg white in a medium bowl; add brown sugar and the remaining 1tsp. vanilla and whisk until the sugar is dissolved. Gradually whisk in buttermilk and oil until smooth. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined (don't over mix). Fold in figs.

Spoon 1/2 the batter into muffin cups. Add 1 generous tsp. of the reserved cheese filling to the center of each muffin, cover with remaining batter.

Bake until the edges start to brown and the tops spring back when gently pressed, 13-15 min. Let cool in pan for 5 min. before turning out onto wire rack to cool.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

Per Muffin: 272 cal; 9g. fat; 44g. carb; 6g. protein; 3g. fiber

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Double Chocolate Banana Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:09Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

*3 medium-to-large very ripe bananas (about 1 cup)
*1/2 cup butter, melted
*3/4 cup brown sugar
*1 large egg
*1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
*1 teaspoon baking soda
*1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
*1/4 teaspoon table salt
*1 cup all-purpose flour
*1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
*1 cup semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chunks or chips

Heat your oven to 350°F. Butter a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or spray it with a nonstick baking spray.

Mash bananas in the bottom of a large bowl. Whisk in melted butter, then brown sugar, egg, and vanilla. In a separate bowl mix baking soda, salt, cinnamon, flour and cocoa powder, then pour over wet ingredients. Stir dry and wet ingredients with a spoon until just combined. Stir in chocolate chunks or chips.

Pour into prepared pan and bake 55 to 65 minutes, until a tester or toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out batter-free. (A melted chocolate chip smear is expected, however.) Cool in pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then run a knife around the edge and invert it out onto a cooling rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

For muffins: bake 20-25 minutes.

''Original recipe found at www.smittenkitchen.com''

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Cranberry Orange Muffins

2026-07-16T20:08:08Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

Cranberry Orange Muffins

INGREDIENTS:

*1c. dried cranberries
*1/4c. fresh orange juice
*2c. unbleached all-purpose flour
*2tsp. baking powder
*1/4tsp. fine salt
*1/2c. unsalted butter, softened
*1tsp. orange zest
*2/3c. granulated sugar
*2 eggs
*1/2c. milk

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 375F.

Put the cranberries and orange juice in a small saucepan and bring just to a simmer over med. heat. Remove berries from heat, and set aside to cool and plump.

Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into a med. bowl and set aside.

Cream the butter, orange zest, and 2/3c. sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 min. Add the eggs, beat well.

Fold the flour into the butter mixture, alternating with the milk in 2 parts, until just combined. Fold in the cranberries, don't over mix. Divide batter into muffin tin, sprinkle top with sugar.

Bake until golden brown, about 25 mins.

'''JILLIAN EDITS''' (for sweeter, moister, more flavorful muffins)

*simmer the cranberries in 1/2c. orange juice (instead of 1/4c.)
*add 1/4c. brown sugar to the 2/3c. granulated sugar
*add 1tsp. vanilla (add to the batter with the sugar)
*replace the 1/2c. milk with 1/2c. orange juice

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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:08Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

=='''Chocolate Chip Banana Bread'''==

'''Ingredients:'''
* 5 T Butter
* 1/2 c sugar
* 1/2 c packed brown sugar
* 1 large egg
* 2 egg whites (1/4 c)
* 1 t vanilla extract
* 1-1/2 c mashed, very ripe bananas (about 3-4)
* 1-3/4 c flour
* 1 t baking soda
* 1/2 t salt
* 1/4 t baking powder
* 1/2 c heavy cream
* 1/3 - 1/2 c mini chocolate chips
* 1/2 c chopped walnuts (optional)

'''Instructions:'''
Beat butter until light and fluffy. Add granulated and brown sugars; beat well. Add egg, egg whites, and vanilla, blending until smooth. Add in the mashed bananas.
In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder. Add flour mixture alternately with cream to the banana batter, starting and finishing with flour mixture.
Mix in chocolate chips and walnuts.
Grease ''bottom-only'' of one loaf pan. Pour batter into pan.

'''Bake:''' 350 degrees F. for 1 hour 15 minutes. (Toothpick test) Cool on wire rack 10 minutes, then turn out and cool.

'''Important Info:''' Yields only one loaf, so double if you want two loaves.

'''Variations:''' Can also be baked in mini-loaf pans or as muffins. Adjust baking time.

'''Warning:''' Disappears FAST! May melt in your mouth and cause extreme lack of self-control. Dad calls it dangerously good! :)

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Buttermilk Banana Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:07Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

*1/2 cup butter, softened
*1 1/2 cups sugar
*2 eggs
*1 cup mashed bananas (about 3 average sized bananas)
*4 tablespoons buttermilk
*1/2 teaspoon vanilla
*1 3/4 cups flour
*1 teaspoon baking powder
*1/4 teaspoon salt
*1/8 teaspoon baking soda

Grease and flour 1 large loaf pan.

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together. Add eggs, bananas, buttermilk and vanilla until the batter is well mixed. Add in the flour, baking powder, salt and soda. Mix until well combined. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake at 350 degrees for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

NOTES
Often times, I'll decrease the sugar to 1 cup, increase the bananas to 1 1/2 cups and the bread still turns out extremely moist and delicious!

''Original recipe found at www.melskitchencafe.com''

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Blueberry Coconut Banana Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:07Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

Bread
*2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
*1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
*1/2 teaspoon baking soda
*1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
*1/4 teaspoon salt
*1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
*1/8 teaspoon ginger
*2 eggs, lightly beaten
*1 cup mashed ripe bananas
*1 cup sugar
*1/2 cup melted butter
*3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (or strawberries)
*1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut

Streusel Topping
*3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
*2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
*2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
*1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
*1/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg and ginger. In another bowl, combine the eggs, bananas, sugar and melted butter. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, just until moistened. Toss the blueberries in the remaining 1 tablespoon of flour. Fold in the blueberries and coconut. Pour into the prepared loaf pan.
To make the streusel, combine the brown sugar and flour. Cut in the butter with a fork or a pastry cutter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the blueberries and the coconut. Sprinkle on top of the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven until a tester inserted in the middle comes out clean, 60 to 70 minutes. (Cover the top of the bread with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking to prevent over browning, if necessary.) Cool for 10 minutes in the pan then carefully remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

Bake muffins for 18-20 minutes. Makes about 16 muffins.

''Original recipe found at www.tasteandtellblog.com''

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Apple Bread

2026-07-16T20:08:06Z

Jirah: Categorize: Breakfast

Bread
*1/2 c margarine
*1 c sugar
*2 eggs
*1 tsp baking soda
*2 Tbsp sour milk
*2 c flour
*1/2 tsp salt
*1 tsp vanilla
*2 c finely chopped apples

Topping
*2 Tbsp margarine
*2 Tbsp flour
*2 Tbsp sugar
*1 tsp cinnamon

Cream margarine and sugar. Add eggs and beat until fluffy. Dissolve baking soda in sour milk, then add to egg mixture. Sift together flour and salt, then add to egg mixture. Blend in vanilla. Fold in apples. Pour into greased 9x5 loaf pan.

Use a pastry blender to cut all the topping ingredients together, then sprinkle mixture on top of bread batter.

Bake for 1 hour at 325.

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Tomato Sauce with Onion and Butter

2026-07-16T18:47:31Z

Jirah: Categorize: Sauces & Dips

INGREDIENTS

*1 whole onion
*1 28-ounce can of whole, peeled tomatoes (from San Marzano if you can find them)
*5 tablespoons of butter
*Pasta of your choice

DIRECTIONS

Place the butter, onion and tomatoes (roughly chop the tomatoes first) into a pot and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, until it looks like droplets of fat float freely from the tomato.

Remove the onion and discard. (or enjoy it with some salt and pepper)

Serve over pasta. Pair with grilled Italian Sausages.

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Hummus

2026-07-16T18:47:30Z

Jirah: Categorize: Appetizers

*2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
*4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
*1/2-3/4 cup water
*2 tablespoons lemon juice
*1 teaspoon cumin
*1/2 teaspoon salt
*1/2 teaspoon pepper
*2-3 cloves garlic, minced

Put one can of chickpeas and two tablespoons of olive oil in the food processor and run until the chickpeas are mostly broken down. Add the other can of chickpeas and two more tablespoons of olive oil and continue processing.
Slowing pour the water into the running food processor until the hummus has the consistency you want.
Keep the food processor running while you add the lemon juice, cumin, salt, pepper, and garlic, stopping to scrape down the sides occasionally until everything is well mixed.

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Mexican Layered Dip

2026-07-16T18:47:30Z

Jirah: Categorize: Sauces & Dips

* 2 can refried beans (Taco Bell brand is my preference)
* 16 oz. sour cream
* 2 pkg. taco seasoning
* 1 cup mayonnaise
* 4 medium ripe avocados
* 2-3 T. lemon juice
* 1/4 t. garlic powder
* salt and pepper
* dash of Tabasco
* 2 small cans chopped black olives
* 4 chopped tomatoes
* 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
* 3 cups grated cheese—cheddar and Monterey jack mixed

Process the refried beans in a food processor for a smooth consistency. Spread in the bottom of a 9 x 13 casserole dish. Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and taco seasoning, and spread evenly over the refried beans.

Peel the avocados. Place in food processor with lemon juice, garlic powder, dash of Tabasco sauce, and salt and pepper to taste. Blend. Spread evenly over the sour cream layer.

Sprinkle chopped olives over the guacamole layer, followed by chopped onions and chopped tomatoes. Top with grated cheese. Refrigerate till ready to serve.
====Note====

This is how the recipe is written, and how I made it. I remember thinking, though, that it seemed too creamy the last few times I made it—almost soupy, and I had planned to try some changes. I was thinking of cutting down the mayonnaise to maybe 1/2 or 1/4 cup, or even eliminate it completely. Also, I thought the lemon juice amount was too much—I think its only purpose is to keep the avocado from turning brown, so you may want to compare some other recipes for guacamole and see what their avocado to lemon juice proportions are.

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Guacamole

2026-07-16T18:47:29Z

Jirah: Categorize: Sauces & Dips

From Kathy Maister's Start Cooking Blog, tested by Jirah and Jennifer:

* 2 avocados, peeled and pitted
* 2 cloves of garlic (1 tsp of chopped garlic from a jar)
* 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
* 3 teaspoons of freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice
* 1/2 teaspoon of hot pepper sauce
* onion salt

Optional:

* 1 tablespoon of jalapeño slices, chopped

Combine all in a bowl and stir well.

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Cheesy Chili Dip

2026-07-16T18:47:29Z

Jirah: Categorize: Sauces & Dips

*1 lb. ground pork sausage
*1 heaping tablespoon taco seasoning
*¼ teaspoon cayenne
*1 14-ounce can black beans, rinsed
*1½ cups fresh salsa
*½ cup water (optional)
*2 tablespoons butter
*3 tablespoons flour
*1¾ cups milk
*1 cup shredded cheese
*fresh cilantro and/or green onions

In a large skillet, brown the sausage until golden brown and crumbled into small pieces. Drain off excess oil. Add the taco seasoning, cayenne, black beans, salsa, and water if it seems like it needs a little more liquid (this will depend on what kind of salsa you use). The consistency should be like a very thick chili.
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium high heat. Add the flour and stir to form a paste. Slowly stream the milk in a little bit at a time, whisking a little bit after each addition. The sauce should thicken up gradually - continue to whisk in the liquid in small amounts and simmer until the sauce is thick enough to stick to the back of the spoon. Stir in the cheese until melted. Add the cheese sauce to the chili in the skillet from step one. Mix until well combined - stir in cilantro or green onions to taste.
Transfer to a mini slow cooker or a serving dish. Or just keep it on the stove so it stays warm. This can also be made a day or two in advance - the flavors just keep on getting better.

''Original recipe found at www.pinchofyum.com''

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Green Pea Salad

2026-07-16T18:47:28Z

Jirah: Categorize: Salads

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*1/2 cup mayonnaise
*1 tablespoon vinegar
*1 teaspoon sugar
*Ground pepper to taste
*1/4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
*10 oz frozen peas, thawed and drained
*1/2 cup bacon bits
*1/4 cup minced red onion

Combine mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, pepper, and worcestershire sauce in a salad bowl.
Add peas, bacon, and onion, toss thoroughly and chill before serving.

It’s best to make this at least an hour in advance so the flavors blend.

''Original recipe found at savour-fare.com''

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Greek Quinoa Salad

2026-07-16T18:47:27Z

Jirah: Categorize: Salads

For the Salad:
*2 cups water
*tsp chicken bouillon
*1 cup quinoa
*2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
*1 English cucumber, chopped
*1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

For the dressing:
*1/3 cup olive oil
*2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
*1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
*1 teaspoon honey
*1 clove garlic, minced
*1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
*1 teaspoon dried oregano
*Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

Bring the water and chicken bouillon to a boil, then stir in the quinoa. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for about 15 minutes. Once the liquid is absorbed, fluff the quinoa with a fork and allow to cool.

Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, garlic, mustard, and oregano in a small bowl.

Gently mix the quinoa, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, and dressing together in a large bowl. Can be served room temperature or chilled.

''Original recipe found at www.twopeasandtheirpod.com.''

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Fresh Corn Salad

2026-07-16T18:47:27Z

Jirah: Categorize: Salads

*1/4 c vegetable oil
*2 T rice vinegar
*2 T water
*2 T sugar
*1/2 tsp salt
*fresh ground pepper to taste
*1 bag Spring Mix greens, torn into small pieces
*5 ears fresh corn, cooked, cut off, and cobs scraped
*1 yellow tomato, diced
*1 red tomato, diced
*2 green onions, chopped fine
*1/4 c basil leaves, chopped
*2 chopped avocados
*Ricotta salata cheese

Mix the oil, vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and pepper in a measuring cup and allow to stand for 30 minutes.

In a large bowl, stir 3/4 of the dressing into the greens. Add the corn, tomatoes, onions, basil, and the rest of the dressing, then stir. Top with avocado and cheese.

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Broccoli Salad

2026-07-16T18:47:26Z

Jirah: Categorize: Salads

*1 c mayo
*1/2 c sugar
*2 T red wine vinegar
*1/4 t salt
*1/4 t pepper
*2 heads of broccoli, small-chopped (5 cups)
*1 4 oz package Real Bacon pieces (3/4 lb raw)
*4 green onions, finely chopped
*1/2 c chopped almonds
*1 1/2 c red grapes, sliced
*3/4 c dried cranberries
*1 c sunflower kernels
*1 c shredded sharp cheddar

Make dressing 5-6 hours before serving and refrigerate.

When ready to serve mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.

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Asian Slaw with Ponzu Dressing

2026-07-16T18:47:26Z

Jirah: Categorize: Salads

PREP TIME: 10 min.
YIELD: 4 servings

If you are not serving immediately, combine the dressing, but do not add the dressing until just before serving.

INGREDIENTS

*1/4 head cabbage, shredded
*1/4 lb snow peas, cut on the diagonal into matchsticks
*2 carrots, cut into matchsticks
*1/4 fennel bulb, sliced as thinly as possible
*1/3 cup ponzu sauce
*1 tablespoon sesame seeds
*1/2 teaspoon dark or toasted sesame oil
*salt

DIRECTIONS

To make the dressing, in a bowl, whisk together the ponzu, toasted sesame oil, sesame seeds and salt.

In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, snow peas, carrots and fennel. Add half of the dressing, toss to combine and taste. Keep adding additional dressing until you get the desired flavor.

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Chicken and Dumplings

2026-07-16T18:47:25Z

Jirah: Categorize: Soups

*1 whole chicken
*3 tsp Chicken Better Than Bouillon
*1-2 can cream of chicken soup
*salt and pepper to taste
*3 c. flour
*2 T. baking powder
*1 1/2 tsp salt
*1 1/2 c. milk
*6 T. canola oil

In a large stockpot, cover a whole chicken with water, and stew, covered (neck, gizzard, and liver removed from cavity) for about 1 to 1 1/4 hours. (Bring to a boil and then turn down the heat to simmer.) Turn once halfway through. Remove the chicken from broth, drain and cool. Pick off all the meat, breaking up large pieces, and set aside.

Strain the broth and de-fat. Heat to a boil then add the bouillon and cream of chicken soup. Whisk until smooth. Salt and pepper to taste. Turn off heat. Add the chicken back into the pot of soup. Heat the soup in the stockpot to boiling when ready to add the dumplings.

To make the dumplings sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the milk and oil to the dry ingredients and with a mixing spoon, gently but completely blend together.

Into vigorously boiling soup, drop in the dumplings, in roughly 1/4 c. amounts, and not on top of each other, i.e. drop each one into a different part of the pan. It will make about 18 dumplings. Initially the dumplings will sink, and after a minute or two will float as they continue to cook. After all dumplings have been dropped in, cover the pan and steam for about 8-10 minutes. Then partially remove the lid for another couple of minutes. I usually take a fork and pick the top of a dumpling to be sure they are done. Serve immediately.

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White Chicken Chili

2026-07-16T18:47:25Z

Jirah: Categorize: Soups

*1 tablespoon oil
*1 medium onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
*2 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
*2 chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
*2 cans (15 1/2 ounces each) Great Northern Beans, rinsed and drained
*1 3/4 cup chicken broth
*2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
*1 teaspoon salt
*1 teaspoon ground cumin
*1 teaspoon dried oregano
*1/2 teaspoon pepper
*1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
*8 ounces cream cheese

In a 4- or 5-quart pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 1-2 minutes, until the onion starts to soften.

Add the chicken and cook until the outsides have some color.

Add the beans, broth, chiles, salt, cumin, oregano, pepper and cayenne.

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for 15 to 30 minutes.

Remove from the heat; stir in the cream cheese.

Serve immediately. Pairs well with cornbread.

NOTES:
You can also make this with canned or rotisserie chicken, just add it with the beans.
The chopped green chilis can be replaced with a jar of green salsa.

''Original recipe found at www.melskitchencafe.com''

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Gumbo

2026-07-16T18:47:24Z

Jirah: Categorize: Soups

* 1 lb smoked andoulle sausage, cut into rings

* 1/2 cup vegetable oil

* 1 cup flour

* 1 onion, cut chunky

* 3 celery ribs, quick chop

* 2 bell peppers, large dice

* 3-4 garlic cloves

* 3 bay leaves

* Large spoonful of better than bouillon, beef

* 6 cups chicken broth

* Large spoonful of cajun seasoning (I didn't measure)

* Teaspoon of dried thyme

* Spoonful of sugar

* 28 oz can of whole tomatoes

* 8 oz can of tomato sauce

* 3 boneless chicken thighs (optional)

* 2 large bags of frozen okra

* 2 lbs of peeled and deveined shrimp

* Splash of vinegar

Fry sausage in oil on medium high heat. Remove pan from heat and set sausage aside. Lower heat to medium low and stir in flour. Watch and stir until it is a nice rich brown. This can take 20-40 minutes. Meanwhile, put onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic in food processor. Pulse until small dice. When your roux is correct color (needs to be much darker than peanut butter,) add the chopped veggies. Cook them for a minute or two and add the sausage back. Keep cooking them for 5-10 minutes. Add the better than bouillon and the chicken broth. Stir until the flour is well incorporated. Now and the bay leaves, thyme, sugar, and cajun seasoning. Also add the canned tomato items. Simmer this for 45 minutes or more. Add the chicken. Simmer for 30 minutes. Add the okra and shrimp and a splash of vinegar. Simmer for 45 more minutes. It's finally done. Serve with rice.

[https://www.reddit.com/r/food/comments/j6dztz/homemade_gumbo/g7ybdp2/?context=1 Source]

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Enchilada Chowder

2026-07-16T18:47:24Z

Jirah: Categorize: Soups

*1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
*1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
*1 10-ounce package frozen whole kernel corn
*1/2 cup chopped onion
*1/2 cup chopped yellow, green, or red bell pepper
*1 10-ounce can enchilada sauce
*1 10.75-ounce can condensed cream of chicken soup
*2 cups milk
*1 cup shredded Pepperjack cheese
*1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
*4 chicken breasts

In a 3 1/2 to 5 quart slow cooker, combine drained beans, drained tomatoes, corn, onion, and bell pepper. In a large bowl, whisk together enchilada sauce and soup. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Pour sauce mixture over ingredients in cooker.

Cover; cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.

Cut chicken into bite sized cubes. Cook over medium heat until cooked all the way through. Add into soup.

Stir in shredded cheeses. Can be topped with avocado, sour cream, or crushed tortilla chips.

''Original recipe found at www.tasteandtellblog.com''

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2026-07-16T18:41:53Z

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== All recipes ==
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Category:Marinades

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Marinade recipes.

Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

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*2 cups flour
*1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
*1/2 teaspoon baking soda
*1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
*1/4 teaspoon salt
*1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
*1/8 teaspoon ginger
*2 eggs, lightly beaten
*1 cup mashed ripe bananas
*1 cup sugar
*1/2 cup melted butter
*1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Preheat the oven to 350ºF.

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg and ginger. In another bowl, combine the eggs, bananas, sugar and melted butter. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, just until moistened. Fold in the chocolate chips. Scoop into muffin papers.

Bake in the preheated oven until a tester inserted in the middle comes out clean, 18-20 minutes.

Makes 12-16 muffins depending on how full you fill the muffin papers.

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Squash and Caramelized Onion Tart

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''from'' Chris Morocco for Bon Appetit

6–8 servings

'''Ingredients'''

CRUST
*1 cup whole wheat flour
*1 tsp. kosher salt
*1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for surface
*10 Tbsp. chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces

FILLING AND ASSEMBLY
*4 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
*4 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
*Kosher salt
*3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
*2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
*Pinch of cayenne pepper
*4 oz. coarsely grated sharp cheddar or Gruyère
*½ small butternut squash (a lengthwise half, about 1¼ lb.), seeds removed
*1 delicata squash (about 1 lb.), halved lengthwise, seeds removed
*1 small sweet potato
*1 small red onion
*2 sprigs thyme
*2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
*Flaky sea salt

'''SPECIAL EQUIPMENT'''
An 11"- or 12"-diameter fluted tart pan with removable bottom or a 9"-diameter springform pan

'''Preparation'''

'''CRUST'''
Step 1
Whisk whole wheat flour, salt, and 1 cup all-purpose flour in a large bowl to combine. Add butter and work into dry ingredients with your fingers, smashing between your palms to flatten, until largest pieces are the size of a nickel. Drizzle in 6 Tbsp. ice water and rake in with your fingers. Gently squeeze handfuls of mixture together until a shaggy dough forms. Turn out onto a work surface and knead until only a few dry spots remain. Pat into a disk and wrap in plastic. Chill until very firm, at least 2 hours or up to 3 days.

Step 2
Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about ⅛" thick. Transfer to tart pan. Lift up edges and allow dough to slump down into pan. Gently press into corners and trim excess. (If using springform pan, trim dough to 1½" up sides of pan). Freeze until firm, 15–20 minutes, or cover and chill up to 12 hours.

'''FILLING AND ASSEMBLY'''

Step 3
Place a rack in lower third of oven; preheat to 350°. Swirl 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet to coat bottom and add yellow onions; season with kosher salt. Set skillet over medium heat and cook onions, stirring occasionally and making sure to scrape bottom of pan, until very soft and deep golden brown, 15–20 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are caramelized and deeply browned, 25–30 minutes (if any pieces get super dark and stick to the pan, a few drops of water should dislodge them). Let cool.

Step 4
Brush mustard over chilled dough, then sprinkle with cayenne. Stir cheese into caramelized onion mixture and spread across crust in an even layer.

Step 5
Using a mandoline or very sharp knife, thinly slice both squashes crosswise. Cut sweet potato and red onion in half lengthwise, then thinly slice crosswise with mandoline. Arrange vegetables in concentric circles, with rounded edges facing up, starting from the outside edge, leaning slices against the crust, and working your way inward. Drizzle remaining 2 Tbsp. oil over vegetables and season with kosher salt.

Step 6
Bake tart until edges of vegetables are browned (a few spots may even get deeply browned) and crust is golden brown, 75–90 minutes.

Step 7
Melt thyme and butter in a small saucepan and cook just until butter is bubbling. Brush over tart with a pastry brush and sprinkle with sea salt.

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Shoyu Tamago (Soy Sauce Eggs)

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Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

*4 hard boiled eggs
*5 tablespoons tamari soy sauce

Method:

1. Pour the soy sauce into a pan that is approximately 10 inches in diameter. Heat the soy sauce of medium-high heat. When the soy sauce starts foaming up, reduce the heat to medium heat and carefully add the eggs. Roll the eggs around in the soy sauce to coat them, and continue rolling them around the pan until the eggs are a dark mohagony color and the soy sauce has been reduced to a thick sludge.

2. Remove the eggs, letting any extra soy sauce drain off, and place on a plate to cool.

3. When the eggs have cooled completely, pack them into lunches or enjoy one as a snack

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