Recipezaar: Coconut,Brunch recipes

Coconut Jelly

Sat, 15 Jul 2006 21:15:20 -0400

This is a two layer jelly. This is a gelatin type of dessert made with Agar Agar. -- posted by Rabia

Coconut Curried Pumpkin Soup

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 16:05:26 -0400

From Atkins.com -- posted by Smilyn

Nutty Pumpkin Coconut Bread

Tue, 25 Jul 2006 23:01:53 -0400

This is really tasty! I especially love it right out of the oven slathered with butter........Yummy! -- posted by Capncrunch

Vegan Cowboy Cookies

Wed, 26 Jul 2006 22:43:52 -0400

I remember my dad making these for me when I was little, and recently I pulled back out his recipe and veganized it so I could remember him and his wonderful cooking. -- posted by Arwen Myers

Ambrosia Cream Cheese Mold

Mon, 31 Jul 2006 22:54:13 -0400

A molded version of Ambrosia. Very good. -- posted by KittyKitty

Toasted Coconut Coffee Cake

Wed, 02 Aug 2006 21:36:38 -0400

So good in the morning with a nice cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Adapted from Country Living magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

Honey Crisp Coffee Cake

Thu, 03 Aug 2006 22:34:51 -0400

This came from a school cookbook, circa 1989. It is a basic coffeecake, but the topping is what makes it special. Use your choice of cereals depending on your mood. Cornflakes make it plain and you may want to add cinnamon, the flavored flakes make it unique. Experiment! -- posted by LAURIE

Healthier Carrot Cake

Fri, 04 Aug 2006 16:06:55 -0400

I use sunflower seeds because my son has a nut allergy. You can also use applesauce in place of the oil or part of the oil. Also you can use egg whites in place of some eggs. I am not worried about the fat as much as using as better ingredients. We try to buy organic. YUMM -- posted by Rabia

Beer-Battered Coconut Shrimp With Pineapple-Mustard Sauce

Wed, 09 Aug 2006 15:47:22 -0400

This recipe can be doubled. Plan ahead there is 30 minutes marinating time, and 20 minutes of freezing time. If your coconut strands are very long then either chop or process then to make them smaller, they will stick better to the beer/flour batter. The sauce can be made up to 1 day in advance. Purchase large shrimp for this, and the shrimp must be deveined and butterflied. -- posted by KITTENCAL

Coconut Smoothie

Sat, 12 Aug 2006 14:01:51 -0400

This is low carb with added protein. -- posted by Chef Mommie

Coconut Cream Mushroom Soup in Da' Crock Pot

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 16:42:28 -0400

You don't need to have a crock pot to make this, adjust times accordingly for stove-top preparation. -- posted by Chef Mommie

Muesli for Kids

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 20:48:32 -0400

This appeals really well to kids, it's lighter in colour than the usual museli and has different ingredients, it keeps well in an airtight jar -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Poppy Seed Bread

Fri, 18 Aug 2006 16:25:40 -0400

This is a simple bread my mother used to always make for us. It is sure to please. -- posted by running rachel

Buttermilk-Coconut Pie

Mon, 28 Aug 2006 22:18:58 -0400

Prep time does not include making the pie crust. This pie can also be made using all white sugar. You have enough filling to bake two 8-inch pies instead of one 10-inch deep dish pie if desired. -- posted by KITTENCAL

Coconut Scones With Raspberry or Cherry

Sun, 03 Sep 2006 21:15:10 -0400

You can vary these light and fluffy scones by using raspberry or cherry jam. Recipe courtesy of Sunset. -- posted by cookiedog

Lime, White Chocolate and Coconut Muffins

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 21:07:45 -0400

Found this on a blog that was running a contest for cupcakes and muffins. This was one lady's creation. The title alone caught my eye...or should I say tastebuds! -- posted by Wasteoftym

Coconut Fruit

Wed, 20 Sep 2006 09:14:24 -0400

Interesting experience for the palette! Originally found on mealsforyou.com but have changed it around to suit our needs and preferences. However, not diet friendly! -- posted by Manami

Indian Chicken With Coconut Milk

Tue, 26 Sep 2006 15:49:48 -0400

By James Peterson, from Fine Cooking #31. If you don't have ghee or clarified butter, try sautéing the chicken in a combination of butter and vegetable oil. Serve this chicken with rice and garnish with chopped cashews and cilantro. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Banana Coconut Freeze

Sun, 08 Oct 2006 12:03:15 -0400

My momma swears I'm part monkey. I love bananas! This goes great with little butter cookies as a snack. I make it when I have bananas on hand. They never last at my house! -- posted by Redneck Epicurean

French Coconut Pie

Sun, 08 Oct 2006 21:45:52 -0400

Good Ol' Paula Deen -- posted by Japanese Delight

Carrot Cupcakes With Coconut-Cream Cheese Frosting

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 16:50:21 -0500

From Cooking Light. -- posted by hepcat

Coconut Banana Bread With Lime Glaze

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 16:54:28 -0500

A favorite at our house. -- posted by hepcat

Caribbean Coconut (Banana) Bread

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 18:16:45 -0500

From a super little book called "Quick Breads", this lovely aromatic bread is delicious spread with butter and honey. You MUST use fresh grated nutmeg, not that insipid dried stuff. It is also a terrific way to use up an open can of coconut milk (or cream). Very easy to make, too. -- posted by catxx

Banana Bread With Coconut Rum

Sun, 26 Nov 2006 12:05:41 -0500

I created this recipe based on another recipe I saw on 'Zaar. I'm trying to stay away from refined sugar and white flour. I like to use unrefined coconut oil instead of butter in my baking, which also makes this bread a little healthier. -- posted by MissLinguist

Mango Pudding

Fri, 29 Dec 2006 23:36:04 -0500

This is a simple and healthy dessert. Adapted from Living and Raw Foods. -- posted by Sharon123

Really Easy Macaroons

Sun, 31 Dec 2006 12:36:24 -0500

Delicious, easy-to-make macaroons. These will fast become a family favorite. -- posted by TwistyJersey

Coconut Lime Bars

Wed, 03 Jan 2007 13:55:06 -0500

A family recipe from a cook featured on "Calling All Cooks" on the Food Network; I haven't tried these yet but they sound divine and are highly rated by cooks on the FN. Enjoy! -- posted by Raquel Grinnell

Broiled Grapefruit With Coconut

Sun, 07 Jan 2007 22:36:42 -0500

Anther broiled grapefruit recipe to add to the mix. I found this one in Cuisine At Home. -- posted by Riverlivin'

Coconut Coffee Cake

Sun, 07 Jan 2007 23:02:05 -0500

Cheese soup in a coffee cake?!! This makes a great snack cake that you can just pick up and eat with your hands. I brought it to work and it got raves. No one can believe it has the cheese soup in it! The recipe is from The Carriage House a bed and breakfast inn in California -- posted by cookiedog

Double Coconut Pancakes

Mon, 08 Jan 2007 19:56:28 -0500

From Cooking Light December 2006 -- posted by Vino Girl

Coconut Dip for Fruit

Mon, 08 Jan 2007 20:00:45 -0500

Serve this with bananas, pineapple, grapes, kiwi, strawberries, watermelon, or whatever makes you happy. -- posted by ~*Miss Diggy*~

Coconut Pancakes

Tue, 09 Jan 2007 16:27:00 -0500

I found these so tasty that I didn't even bother putting syrup on them... Just ate them with my fingers straight off the griddle! I used Pamela's Ultimate Baking and Pancake Mix, so the measurements are for that particular product. You may need to adjust the measurements slightly if you use a wheat-based pancake mix or a different brand of gluten-free pancake mix. Just remember that you're basically following the instructions on the package, but adding shredded coconut and replacing the milk or water with coconut milk. You are also eliminating any additional oils the recipe on the box/bag might call for, since the coconut milk provides enough fat. I think you'll agree these are mmm mmm good! -- posted by What's Cooking?

Tropical Cream Cheese Spread

Mon, 15 Jan 2007 20:23:08 -0500

This is great on banana breads, or any sweet bread, bagels, or toast. You can also eat it on graham crackers and fruit. I also like it smeared on those little butter cookies. -- posted by Redneck Epicurean

Coconut Dark Chocolate Chip Scones

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 14:52:26 -0500

I think these have the best flavor! They are very quick and easy, great for those who enjoy making things from scratch but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen. -- posted by SweetySJD

Ambrosia Fruit Salad

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 14:01:37 -0500

This is a great fruit salad that doesn't need in season fruit! It is pretty and I have served it for brunches. If you use a little of the maraschino juice, it is a pink color. I got this recipe online when I was searching for an easy and different fruit salad. -- posted by Chef likestocook

Coconut-Cranberry Muffins

Tue, 06 Feb 2007 20:46:29 -0500

You can use any dried fruit in place of the cranberries, I haven't tried it, but I'm sure it would be good. -- posted by riley_68

Fantabulous Fruit Salad With Coconut and Lime

Mon, 19 Feb 2007 23:35:51 -0500

This is my signature fruit salad and my husband's favorite fruit salad. The coconut adds a light crunch and really makes the salad. The pudding mix prevents the salad from becoming too juicy, even the next day. (Can sizes are approximate.) -- posted by Brianna Waggoner

Barefoot Contessa Coconut Cake and Frosting - Ina Garten

Tue, 20 Feb 2007 22:12:42 -0500

This recipe was adapted by Ina Garten from her signature coconut cupcakes. Copied from YourGoodHouse magazine. -- posted by bungalowten

Dromedary Date Bars from 1912

Sat, 24 Feb 2007 16:59:28 -0500

From the back of the Dromedary date package. -- posted by Molly53

Caramel Apple Coconut Dessert

Mon, 26 Feb 2007 22:02:57 -0500

Luscious sweet apples and coconut with cinnamon and honey -- posted by Derf

Coconut Kanten

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 15:21:35 -0500

From Veggie Life magazine -- posted by That is Dr House to you

Pina Colada Cheesecake Bars

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 16:56:57 -0500

From Cooking Light March 2007. Allow extra time to chill. -- posted by Vino Girl

Fluffy Coconut Cake

Fri, 09 Mar 2007 18:19:28 -0500

From Chatelaine magazine. It's the coconut milk in this cake that keeps it moist. To be frosted with Recipe #216003. -- posted by Poutine

King Arthur: Coconut Raspberry Teacakes

Sun, 11 Mar 2007 16:13:09 -0400

I got this out of the King Arthur catalog. -- posted by Maiya

Coconut Cherry Scones

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 14:42:15 -0400

I tried these after seeing the recipe on the back of a Land O Lakes low-fat half-n-half container and they are yummy. -- posted by Lainey6605

Muffin Glory Cake

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 22:03:28 -0400

A boxed muffin mix starts this recipe out. The addition of apples, carrots, and pineapple make a very moist and wonderful muffin. This recipe is adapted from BettyCrocker's website. -- posted by Lauralie41

Banana Coffee Cake W/ Macadamia-Coconut Streusel

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 22:02:03 -0400

Sinful, tropical treat perfect for any morning. Cooking Light November 2002 -- posted by Cynna

Halekulani Hotel Coconut Cake

Wed, 04 Apr 2007 20:25:35 -0400

This fabulous cake comes from the majestic Halekulani Hotel on Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Hawaii, where it has been the hotels signature cake for years. Its a light, creamy concoction that sings spring. The cake is a light sponge cake, filled with pastry cream, and topped off with whipped cream. I saw this in the local Relish magazine that comes with our newspaper. I had to post it and share it with my zaar friends. ;) -- posted by Vseward (Chef~V)

Banana-Coconut " Cream Pie" Smoothie

Mon, 09 Apr 2007 19:40:02 -0400

This is adapted from Smoothies & Summer Drinks. Freezing the bananas ahead of time makes for a thicker smoothie. To freeze the bananas I usually peel, slice, and then place them in an airtight container and then freeze. This can be made in a blender or in a large pitcher and puree using an immersion blender. -- posted by cookiedog

Mmmm Smooth & Creamy Coconut Cheesecake

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:52:30 -0400

Ok, fine, I am a cheesecake snob. The rich, dense, smooth & unctuous cheesecakes (no flour please) with shortbread crusts are my favorites (no greasy graham cracker). This cake developed for Easter dinner - I yearned for coconut but did not want to disrupt the smoooth texture of cheesecake - it's "sine qua non". Family insisted I post ASAP to keep recipe intact (even though cake is gone - before it could fully develop its flavor!). Recipe is truly easy - I believe this is much easier than flour-based cakes. Hardest thing is making the crust (which isn't that tough)! Please plan to make the day before serving to allow the cake to firm up & develop its flavor (best after 2 days but it won't last that long!) -- posted by Buster's friend

Coconut Caramel Bananas

Sun, 22 Apr 2007 15:46:06 -0400

Found on Meals For You and tweaked a bit by me. This is rich, decadent, not diet friendly, but oh so deliciously good! -- posted by Manami

Island Bananas Foster

Thu, 17 May 2007 15:22:09 -0400

Found this in Cuisine At Home's Weeknight Menus. I like this because of the feeling that you are eating down on the islands with the nice flowing music and the "je ne sait quois" attitude. -- posted by Manami

T'dad Soul Food--Black Eyed Peas in Coconut Milk

Sun, 20 May 2007 22:49:47 -0400

This is truly food for the soul, sweet & delicious--a good vegetarian side dish. -- posted by jenny butt

Chicken, Coconut and Galangal Soup

Fri, 25 May 2007 12:09:33 -0400

I found this recipe in the book "The Food of the World". This is one of the classic soups of Thailand. -- posted by tomoko matsunaga

Hot Milk Sponge Cake With Broiled Topping

Sun, 27 May 2007 23:43:25 -0400

I don't remember where I got this from, but have been making it for years. It's easy and quick, and can bake while you are having supper. The recipe for the cake portion is already listed on Zaar Recipe #58603, however this one has the topping. It is also very delicious plain. -- posted by Diana #2

Banana-Coconut Bread

Tue, 29 May 2007 11:43:24 -0400

Adapted from Dave DeWitt and Mary Jane Wilan's book ' Callaloo, Calypso and Carnival: The Cuisines of Trinidad and Tobago'. This easy-to-make, versatile bread can be served as soon as it is cool enough to slice for sandwiches, as a sweet with coffee, or even as a dessert. It is good just plain, or it can be embellished with cream cheese or butter. It freezes well. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Chilled Avocado Coconut Soup

Sun, 03 Jun 2007 22:25:19 -0400

This is a caribbean-inspired chilled soup to be enjoyed over the hot summer months. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Coconut Almond Scones

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 22:32:25 -0400

From a bed and breakfat in Lancaster Co. -- posted by LoriInIndiana

Exciting Mango Drink

Sat, 16 Jun 2007 10:35:30 -0400

This is a drink that has only 110 calories and is packed full of antioxidants and vitamin C. Hungrygirl Newsletter You'll freel like you have been transported to the islands. A sweet and delicious way to eat the underappreciated fruit. -- posted by Manami

Baked Bananas With Tamarind Sauce

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 13:36:37 -0400

"Jerk Barbecue from Jamaica" by Helen Willinsky, neat little book jam packed with interesting reading. This dish serves a dual purpose; as a dessert with ice cream or as a side for meats or fish. I love the flavor of tamarind and there's no need to say that bananas are a wonderful fruit. -- posted by Manami

Besan Coconut Burfi

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 11:00:42 -0400

From my cooking class. -- posted by jas kaur

Coconut Ladoos

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 13:08:39 -0400

Got this recipe from a condensed milk recipe booklet. -- posted by jas kaur

Tropical Treat!

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:45:59 -0400

Yeterday, was national Pina Colada Day, so I am posting this creative drink that sounds as good as any other pineapple coconut drink or maybe even better. hungrygirl.com -- posted by Manami

Pineapple Coconut Pancakes

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:22:47 -0400

Bisquick pancakes made with pineapple juice and milk, no egg. Thick with juicy chunks of pineapple and sweetened coconut. Best served with more pineapple juice over top! -- posted by Christineyy!

Bahama Breeze - Virgin Cocktail

Sat, 14 Jul 2007 16:02:19 -0400

From cdkitchen.com -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Coconut Crisps

Mon, 16 Jul 2007 16:14:14 -0400

From the Jr. League of Portland Maine's cookbook-RSVP. -- posted by Vicki in CT

Coconut & Cashew Bread Paste (Vegan)

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 21:07:26 -0400

Yummy vegan toast topping! This also tastes great if you use half the amount of cashew nuts and use pecans (or your favorite nut) for the other half. My family eats this on toast with a smoothie and granola almost every morning. Can prepare ahead of time. -- posted by Enjolinfam

Orange Coconut Crescent Ring

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 23:29:25 -0400

I found this Pillsbury card stuffed down into my recipe file today while looking for something else. It's from 1982, and our son drew pictures all over it. Wow, what a blast from the past! This must be really good. -- posted by Chef PotPie

Coconut Bread

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 19:03:25 -0400

Recipe from Bill Granger from the Sydney Morning Herald- served at Bill's cafes in Sydney. This is great toasted with butter and a little icing sugar sifted over it! Be careful to test with a skewer though, it might need a little longer cooking. -- posted by Chickee

Coquito - Puerto Rican Eggnog

Fri, 03 Aug 2007 16:50:56 -0400

Who says eggnog is only served at Christmas? This creamy, smooth concoction is good all year long and is as complicated as grabbing a can opener and turning on your blender. -- posted by SusieQusie

Coconut Maple Syrup

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 21:14:40 -0400

Bored with plain maple syrup? Here's a no-cook topping that will make your waffle want to do the hula. Note - This does not have a traditional syrup consistency - more like a sauce. I'll bet it would be fabulous over warm bread pudding. -- posted by SusieQusie

Vivian's Raw Pie

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 23:57:41 -0400

Raw, naturally sweet & amazingly healthy and delicious. This is my take on Vivian's original recipe. There is a lot of room to improvise here. I've had several different versions of this pie and it was excellent every time. This recipe comes from an old hand written recipe card from a friend's mom's recipe collection. Whoever Vivian is, bless her heart, I love this pie. -- posted by jude503

Six Cup Fruit Salad

Fri, 04 Jan 2008 02:19:46 -0500

I love all kinds of salads. I need to start eating more fruit, and I found this recipe on another site. This looks like a quick way to enjoy some of favorite fruity flavors! The passive work time is the time that it chills in the fridge. -- posted by VickyJ

Larry's Mojito Cake

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 01:32:21 -0500

Courtesy of Cookie Madness.net, Anna and Larry. Saw this on A Taste of Cuba.com and I thought it sounded very interesting - so am sharing. -- posted by Manami

Coconut Cream French Toast

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 22:50:59 -0500

Silky French toast bursting with so much flavor that to add syrup on top would only detract from the experience. My ten year old boy typically drowns his pancakes / French toast with syrup, but he didn't even ask for any this time! -- posted by Finicky

Ambrosia Salad #100

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 01:44:59 -0500

Uses fat-free evaporated milk instead of condensed milk or sour cream. This has always turned out well for us. From the Carnation Milk recipe site. Time includes 30 minutes of chilling time. They called for fruit cocktail, but I really prefer using the tropical fruit instead. -- posted by HokiesLady

Coconut Cherry Fluff

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:45:15 -0500

Sweet cherries and pineapple nestled in a creamy pink fluff pair up wonderfully with crunchy coconut and pecans. The calorie count is reduced when using light whipped topping and fat-free sweetened condensed milk. This is a very pretty dish served in a glass bowl or individual glasses. -- posted by DuChick

Carrot Cake With Toasted Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 01:13:19 -0500

From Cooking Light, January/February 2008. (Dessert Category Reader Recipe by Christine Dohlmar) -- posted by Vino Girl

Coconut Almond Muffins

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 02:15:55 -0500

Nice for a brunch or even use as a nice snack. Combination of coconut, almonds and mini chocolate chips. Yummy! -- posted by HokiesLady

Morning Muffins

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 00:59:02 -0500

Yummy :] This has carrots, coconut, raisins, and nuts. Delicious! -- posted by Courtly

Kiwi Pineapple Cream

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 01:57:29 -0400

This recipe came from a smoothies and summer drinks book. A nice tropical creamy drink. -- posted by CulinaryExplorer

King Crab and Avocado Shooters

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 14:46:30 -0400

This is a combination of King crab and avocado, what could be bad - and to top it off it is fast and healthy! Saveur Magazine. **The computer will not allow me to post the lump crab meat(substitute) for the King crab, just know you can use it instead. -- posted by Manami

Individual Blueberry Coconut Pound Cake Muffins

Mon, 12 May 2008 18:45:12 -0400

These are really moist and have a nice texture from the coconut with a bit of tang from the lemon zest. Although the tops are somewhat flat, they are very pretty with the coconut topping. This recipe makes 7 muffins. -- posted by cookiedog

Coconut Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Icing

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 20:07:01 -0400

By The Canadian Living Test Kitchen These delicious cupcakes serve as the tempting dessert in the April 2006 issue of Canadian Living Magazine. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Ambrosia

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 04:16:12 -0400

NO WAITING - MAKE AND EAT RECIPE A Cool Refreshing Updated Version of A Classic Recipe! Try it! I Promise It Will Be A Hit!! -- posted by The Miserable Gourmet

Pineapple and Coconut Bread Loaf

Sat, 13 Sep 2008 00:54:20 -0400

This is easy to put together, and tasty as ever! This loaf is moist and dense with a great texture. These can be made into muffins also, but the cooking time may significantly decrease. -- posted by For Goodness Bake!

Morning Glory Muffina

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:44:38 -0400

This muffin is moist and full of flavor. I have seen many recipes for this muffin and i have made a variation of my own. -- posted by chef heather in cullowheee, NC

Coconut Brownie Bars With Chocolate Ganache

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 01:15:04 -0500

Pastry Chef Cheryl Burr of San Francisco's Bacar loves candy, as is obvious from her homage to the Almond Joy. Her luxurious take consists of a supremely fudgy brownie topped with a layer of chewy, flaky, exceptionally tender coconut. She dots each bar with a crunchy roasted almond, then coats them in silky bittersweet-chocolate ganache. F&W Magazine, October 2008.It takes about 7 hours cooling time. Posted on September 11, 2008. -- posted by Manami

Maui Scones

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 23:25:34 -0500

The coconut, pineapple and nuts combine in these scones to give them a taste of the tropics. From Land o'Lakes. -- posted by swissms

Banana Colada (Non-Dairy Mocktail)

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:16:02 -0500

A luscious-looking drink for all you coconut lovers out there (like me!) who want something smooth and creamy, but don't want or can't have alcohol or dairy. I found this over at the World's Healthiest Foods site while browsing their recipe collection. This variation on the more traditional pina colada recipe is a good cure any tropical cravings you might have! You'll want to make sure to use ripe bananas for this recipe, as it will provide more flavor and sweetness that way. Also, make sure to use only enough liquid to keep the blender going. NOTE: Cook time is freezing time for the bananas. If you're like me and usually have leftover ripe bananas already in the freezer waiting to be used, this recipe is a snap to put together. -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Coconut Delights Fritters

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:25:10 -0500

Try these tasty bites with your morning coffe or for brunch. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Cooking time is approximate. -- posted by Molly53

Carrot Spice Morning Glory Muffins

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 11:11:17 -0500

These are wonderfully satisfying breakfast muffins. They are moist, warmly spiced, and only just sweet enough. They are full of good nutrition too! For an extra health boost, you can add 1/4 cup of ground flax seeds; it doesn't affect the texture. They are great warm, and maybe even better after having cooled. This recipe is from Dorie Greenspan's fabulous cookbook, "Baking: From My Home to Yours". Enjoy! -- posted by blucoat

Hawaiian Tea Bread

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 01:11:59 -0500

I love this bread. It's so moist and versatile. I make it for breakfast, brunch, tea parties, and even desert. I like to use a mini loaf pan and give the loaves as gifts in a gift basket along with other "Hawaiian" treats. I also use valtrompia bread tubes in different shapes and then slice. The slices look so pretty on a plate. If you use the bread tubes, be sure to fold wax paper to fit over both ends of the tubes before fitting the lids on. I learned this recipe when I used to be a consultant for Pampered Chef. -- posted by JeanieK

Toasted Coconut Cake (Bobby Flay)

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 16:24:56 -0500

Just watched this episode on throwdown and this Bobby Flay recipe beat a showstopper by chef Robert Carter. Here for zaar posterity. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Grilled Hearts of Palm and Crab Salad With Mango

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:33:15 -0400

Recipe courtesy of Bobby Flay - Show: Boy Meets Grill - Episode: Brazillian Grilling. We love this recipe, although we aren't able to eat it as much as we like! Our friends from Key West claim the pickings are slim!!! -- posted by Manami

Lemon Blueberry Upside Down Cake

Wed, 06 May 2009 11:36:04 -0400

I could kiss Bobby Flay for coming up with this dessert recipe. I love the combination of blueberries and lemon. Trump that with a carmelized blueberry topping over a yummy white chocolate and coconut-flavored cake! Now you're talkin'! *Make sure to read through the recipe so you can have some ingredients at room temperature* -- posted by LifeIsGood

Paradise Scones

Sun, 10 May 2009 19:17:56 -0400

Modified this recipe; originally from Hershey. Posted for ZWT 5. -- posted by alligirl

Shrimp Bites Wrapped in Greens

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:07:02 -0400

Isabel Cruz's Spicy "Shoestring" Party Menu for a Sultry Late-Summer Night - CBS Morning Show, 09/01/2007. The San Diego-based chef likes to marry the tastes of Latin American cooking she grew up with to the Pacific Rim tastes she's come to know as a Californian. But most of all, Cruz likes to keep her cooking clean, fresh, flavorful and healthy - she likes to go for flavors that pop and offer contrast to one another. She has 5 restaurants on the West Coast, from Portland, Ore. down to San Diego, Ca:). She has also published a cookbook "Isabel's Cantina."Growing-up, Isabel's friends were Puerto Rican, Cuban, Peruvian, and she also spent time with her Asian friends learning Japanese, Chinese and Korean cuisine. Thus, was born her fusion of different flavors. "This is a Thai appetizer of shrimp wrapped with coconut, peanuts, and chiles in a leaf. She likes to use raw collard greens as wrappers for these spicy little snacks, which she drizzles with a little guava sauce to complete the hot-sweet Thai flavors while also bringing these bites further into the Latin realm. Prepare these ingredients in advance, and then assemble these at the last minute." She was given a $60 budget to create a dinner menu for 6 people - thus: Chef on a Shoesting. -- posted by Manami

Triple Threat Coconut Cream Pie

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 01:24:07 -0400

We're in love with Tom Douglas' Coconut Cream Pie from Dahlia Bakery here in Seattle, but at $35 a pie plus a $5 deposit for the plate--I knew I had to come up with my own. I watched a demo of his on the local public television website, but still felt I needed to add my own touch. I'm proud to say it's a winner! Take that, Mr. Douglas. . . . One note: I would highly recommend you follow the instructions for a great pie crust below, for optimal crispiness and flavor. Otherwise, you can roll out a store-bought dough, and just before rolling it out, sprinkle the coconut on top and roll it in. Will be more susceptible to burning, but should be okay if you watch it close. I always make a big batch of my All Butter Pie Pastry, recipe #239831, and keep it in the freezer for easy prep. I've rolled the coconut into the prepared, thawed dough with no problem. -- posted by Battle in Seattle

Coconut-Banana Buttermilk Pancakes With Butter Rum Sauce

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 12:53:02 -0400

I haven't tried this recipe yet, but it sounds so good! -- posted by Honeym