Recipezaar: Northeastern U.S.,Beginner Cook recipes

Mom's Perfect Roast Turkey

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:24:29 -0500

This is the anti-saw-dust tasting, forget the pop-up thermometer bird cooker! Hence, we toss the thermometer altogether. Cooking the bird "upside-down" uses gravity and allows the juices to cook inside the breast meat, giving it a tender deliciousness that is hard to duplicate when cooking for a golden-brown-colored turkey breast skin. With my family, we prefer meat to skin and so after letting the turkey rest, carve in kitchen and set on buffet-style platter or large plate, removing fat and skin as preferred. This recipe is also great if you want a less-stress Thanksgiving as all it is is washing the bird, sticking it in a pan, and into the oven with a timer. Feel free to make other preparations while the bird is cooking for when the bird is out of the oven. Bird can be made up to a day in advance and reheated easily. If you like moist turkey breast meat, use this recipe. Meant for any size or type of turkey. No bags or basting, ever! Also great for students away from home for the holidays. This is not the turkey recipe if you want a Norman Rockwell picture. This is for cooking a great bird. -- posted by Rubyscarab

Easy Potato Candy Bonbons

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:54:08 -0500

This recipe has been handed down by Pennsylvania Dutch farmers for years. I got it from my Mom who got it from her Mom, etc. It has few ingredients, zero fat, and has a texture akin to fresh fondant, literally melting in your mouth, not in your hand. Almost limitless potential- flavoring could be anything, and depends upon ingredients on hand, mood, season, etc. (My mother used to use mint flavoring.) Most often I bring this to church potlucks, or for Christmas and wedding occasions as it is easy to make and when people start eating it, they seem to never get quite enough. -- posted by Rubyscarab

Traditional Pumpkin Pie

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:20:16 -0500

Traditional Pumpkin pie is a must for Thanksgiving and Christmas. But, try not to forget it during the other times of the year. It has the same great taste, regardless of season. -- posted by pumpkinpiemaniac

Red Lobster White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 01:32:52 -0500

The is a copy cat recipe of the Red Lobster White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes. I love them but Red Lobster doesn't carry them any more. they are quite easy to make. -- posted by Diana109

Delicious Roasted Cauliflower Dish *****

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 15:29:17 -0500

absolutely delicious cauliflower roasting technique, produces gorgeous coloring and flavor to this relatively dull tasting white vegetable. loved by all (even the picky eaters). set it and forget it and youll be pleasantly suprised by this fine and simple dish. enjoy! -- posted by Sir-Cooks-A-Lot

Festive Appetizer Spread

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:31:48 -0500

This sauce could also be served as an accompaniment to poultry or pork. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Prohibition Classic Cocktail

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:35:25 -0500

You can add some soda to this if you need to, but this is no bathtub cocktail! During Prohibition you cannot waste your time drinking a lighter drink. Lillet is a blend of rigorously selected wines and fruit liqueurs, aged in oak vats for around 12 months. Lillet Blanc has a golden color with candied orange, honey, pine resin, lime and fresh mint aromas. This is the stuff in the James Bond cocktails like the Vesper. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Prohibition Era Colony Cocktail

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:36:19 -0500

New York's Colony was no ordinary speakeasy. It was where Vanderbilts and Windsors went to dine in a civilized manner, and if that included a drink or two, then bartender Marco Hattem would provide one, no questions asked. http://www.prohibitionrepeal.com/history/cocktails.asp -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 03:01:42 -0500

Modified from a recipe I saw Emeril do on one of his shows. It's going to be a new family favorite -- posted by grt61787

Cheese Tortellini With Creamy Pesto Sauce

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:56:31 -0500

This recipe is quick and easy. You may want to use fresh ingredients; however, I cooked with what I had in my kitchen and created this recipe myself. The ingredients include: frozen cheese tortellini, butter, mushrooms, a can of mushroom soup, a package of cream cheese, milk, bottled pesto sauce, diced tomatoes, salt and pepper, and parmesan cheese. If you have wine on hand, a "splash" will do this dish justice. -- posted by KittyCat1225

Strawberry Energy Bars

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:27:13 -0500

Filling, delicious homemade energy bars. A fraction of the cost of buying in the store. -- posted by Chef #1051843

Pumpkin Pie Squares

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:04:13 -0500

This is a wonderful holiday potluck-dinner dessert. It's fast and easy to make. There probably won't be any left to take home, so make two...one for your party, one for your family. It is good any time of the year, so don't wait for just the holidays:)!! -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

The Authentic Bean Soup Served in the United States Senate!

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 18:29:41 -0500

this is from Senator Jay Rockefeller of West Virginia and he says... Whatever uncertainties may exist in the Senate of the United States, one thing is for sure: Bean Soup is on the menu of the Senate restaurant every day. The origins of this culinary decree has been lost in antiquity, but there are several oft-repeated legends. One story has it that Senator Fred Thomas Dubois of Idaho, who served in the Senate from 1901 to 1907 and sat as chairman of the committee that supervised the Senate restaurant, gaveled through a resolution requiring that the bean soup be on the menu every day. Another account attributes the bean soup mandate to Senator Knute Nelson of Minnesota, who expressed his fondness for it in 1903. In any case, Senators, and their guests, are always assured of this hearty, nourishing dish. They know they can rely upon its delightful flavor and epicurean qualities. -- posted by carrie sheridan

Magnolia Bakery's Black & White Chocolate Blondies

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:53:16 -0500

This is an amazing moist and chewy blondie bar recipe with two kinds of chocolates and nuts. What's not too love! From the great dessert cookbook, "More From Magnolia: Recipes from the World Famous Bakery and Allysa Torey's Home Kitchen". Allow the blondies to cool before cutting and serving. Enjoy! -- posted by blucoat

Turkey Spaghetti Casserole

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 18:44:30 -0500

I got this from my MIL. I had it at her house one day after Thanksgiving, and I nearly slurped up the whole pan. That is something else considering I usually avoid her cooking as much as I can. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Beat Em to the Punch

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 18:44:56 -0500

This stuff LOOKS like beer, with a foamy head, but it is NON-ALCOHOLIC, with a not-too-sweet flavor. It is light and refreshing. Recipe can be greatly multiplied easily. I got it from my mother, who used to serve it all the time, and now goes for the creamy type punches. It is fast and easy to make,too. A single recipe makes about 90 ounces, or 22 half cup servings (if you have the small punch cups), and the recipe can be multiplied as many times as you like. -- posted by AWestCoastYost

Weekend Apple Pancake

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:36:29 -0500

This is a deep dish breakfast or brunch treat, softer and more dense than a plain Dutch baby, stuffed with buttered apples and layers of custard over caramelized cinnamon sugar. So yummy.... I found the recipe on "The Kitchn" blog. -- posted by blucoat

Dutch Baby (Giant Baked Pancake)

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:48:31 -0500

These look and taste absolutely heavenly! It's great if you have guests or larger gatherings for breakfast or brunch as each pancake has 4-6 servings and, since it is baked, requires less work than regular pancakes. This delicious and impressive-looking recipe is from Sarah Kate, of "The Kitchn". It was a Christmas breakfast tradition in her family. It's also sometimes called a German Pancake and is quite similar to Yorkshire Pudding. If you want a sweeter recipe, increase the sugar to 3 tablespoons and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Batter needs to sit for a half-hour before baking. -- posted by blucoat

Mama's Lemon Bars

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 17:43:44 -0500

Great anytime but always on our Christmas cookie plate. -- posted by KissKiss

Raspberry Meringue Kisses

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:36:12 -0500

My favorite of all my Grandma's Christmas cookies. -- posted by KissKiss

Fourth of July Flag Cake

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:44:23 -0500

So pretty and patriotic, and its a great light dessert for a hot summer party. A must-have on Independence Day! -- posted by KissKiss

Moravian Wafers

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:35:09 -0500

This copycat version is close to the recipe used by Winkler Bakery in the preserved Moravian village of Old Salem, North Carolina. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Pineapple Ham Glaze / Dipping Condiment.

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 22:13:14 -0500

This is a great and sweet glaze for a ham or used as a dipping condiment. -- posted by Phil Smith

Real Hot Chocolate

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:12:04 -0500

Although I live in Florida now, this is still a favorite on a chilly night. After shoveling snow on those cold New England winter days, this is the way Mama made it and had waiting for my brothers and me. We would line up our boots outside the door and run to the kitchen table in our stocking feet. Sometimes, instead of whipped cream, we would put a spoonful of "Marshmallow Fluff" on top. Oh, those were the days!!! -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Toffee French Toast With Pecans

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 00:10:24 -0500

The luscious sauce makes this French Toast taste like sticky toffee pudding. Put leftover sauce over ice cream. Posted as per request. Sunset Magazine, October 2008 edition.:) This is not diet friendly!!! :( -- posted by Manami

Polenta Casserole President Richard Nixon's Family

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:16:47 -0500

The White House Family Cookbook! -- posted by Moontan Master!

Bacon and Horseradish Deviled Eggs

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:23:51 -0500

Come on,you know that sounds good! I developed these after attempting to overcome an addiction to bacon and horseradish dip I developed on my recent trip to the States. You can even make these vegetarian by using the Bacos bacon bits that are made out of soy instead of the actual bacon. The recipe can be scaled up pretty easily for bigger crowds. Also, this is one of those times when I am not totally clear on how to translate an ingredient from UK to US. I used what is called 'horseradish sauce' here in the UK. Which, I remember being somewhere in between prepared horseradish and horseradish cream in the States. So, I put one but you can probably use either. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Hot Truck P M P - Poor Man's Pizza

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:10:28 -0500

This is posted in tribute to Bob Petrillose, its creator who passed away last month. I had the honor of eating way too many of these pizza subs during my college days. Rumor has it that a student who worked in the truck sold the idea to Stouffer's and was the origin of the French Bread Pizza. Learn more about Bob here: http://www.seriouseats.com/2007/02/the-hot-truck.html and here http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Dec08/PetrilloseObit.html -- posted by ~Jen~

Fantabulous Yankee Cornbread

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:55:36 -0500

A little sweeter than Southern and really good! Make this in a 9 inch cast iron skillet for the best results and it may become your favorite corn bread too! DH loves this with Recipe #272121 and fried potatoes. -- posted by Secret Agent

Nj Starfish's Jello Shots

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:09:42 -0500

My little sister used to work at Bar Anticipation in Belmar NJ during the season. She would dress up as a nurse and sell Jello shots in the little plastic pill cups. Now she can't work due to Multiple Sclerosis. http://njm.nationalmssociety.org/site/PageServer?pagename=NJM_homepage She says you have to be careful - these drinks sneak up on you. -- posted by Secret Agent

Waldorf Salad (Low-Fat)

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 12:57:29 -0500

This fast and healthy recipe uses yogurt rather than mayonnaise. I found it in "The Washington Post" and they adapted it from the cookbook:, "Healthy Homestyle Cooking: 200 of Your Favorite Family Recipes-With a Fraction of the Fat" by Evelyn Tribole. -- posted by blucoat

Lazy Man's Beef Stew

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 17:33:19 -0500

You don't have to be lazy, just pressed for time, to enjoy this flavorful, easy-to-throw-together one dish meal. But, on a lazy Saturday in the middle of winter, this smells wonderful while its cooking and sure hits the spot at suppertime, served with some fresh bread and butter. This recipe has been around a long time and has been used by buzy moms (and lazy bachelors) everywhere. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Bluefish Flambe With Gin

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 22:55:46 -0500

Found this sleeper in The Old Farmer's Almanac. Plan to make good use of it to when our more discerning visitors come acalling (& cringe when they hear bluefish from across the road is what's for supper). Thinking of serving with a fresh tomato bread salad & steamed Roma pole beans from the garden. " When bluefish is available, the kitchen at The Governor's Inn virtually hums with new ideas for presenting this lovely fish. Gin gives it a splendid flavor." --The Governors Inn, Ludlow, Vermont Prep time includes fileting the blue fish. -- posted by Buster's friend

Florence's Peach Muffins

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:58:19 -0500

This had been my Mom's recipe. I've been making these for decades because they taste good; however since they are dairy free ( due to World War II rationing), that should make them healthful as well. I always make these during peach season, however, there's no need to wait until then, frozen or canned peaches work well too. A cooking note: If you're seriously watching cholesterol levels, you can make these with just one egg, and they taste just as good, however the muffins will tend to be a tad crumbly. -- posted by lynnski / LA

Make-Ahead Tuna Burgers

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 01:38:29 -0500

These tuna burgers remind me of my mom, and they're a really good way to take advantage of both my freezer and the cheap day-old rolls at the local bakery. Enjoy! -- posted by Schnecke

Vermont Cheddar Soup

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:01:37 -0500

Whip up a pot of cheesy goodness and serve with tart apples and a loaf of crusty bread. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Presidential Berry Muffins

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:26:58 -0500

This moist muffin recipe is from Carol McManus, owner of the cafe, "Espresso Love" on Marthas Vineyard. She created these red, white, and blue muffins for President Bill Clinton and he loved them. Recipe was printed in her lovely cookbook, "Table Talk - Food, Family, Love". -- posted by blucoat

Tuna & Bacon Pasta Fina

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:17:19 -0500

This is a recipe that I have been making for years. It's always a favorite. You can tweak the ingredients to your own tastes if you so choose. My brother likes to add minced onions to the saute. It's quick, it's easy & tastes great! -- posted by ChaCha3

My Family's Favorite Fast Chicken Soup

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:07:35 -0500

This is a simple, quick recipe that I have relied on for almost 30 years. The ingredients are generally on hand so it is easy to throw together when someone in the house is not feeling up to par. I have doubled and tripled this recipe to freeze some for later. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Tuna Rice Chowder

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:09:04 -0500

This is another super quick soup recipe that I have been making for years. Again, many of the ingredients you will probably have on hand. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Chef's Choice Shellfish Bisque

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:11:38 -0500

This is "chef's choice" because you can use whatever shellfish you have available or that you favor. You can use canned, frozen and thawed, or fresh. Whatever you decide, you are guaranteed to produce a quick, tasty bisque that is sure to impress. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Cheese and Bacon Soup

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:27:06 -0500

This recipe is an old favorite of my family's. It is thick, rich, and super easy to make. Served with some bread and a salad, it definitely makes a meal. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Hearty Vegetable Soup

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:27:13 -0500

This is great to put together when you're looking for something hearty to make but don't have any protein around. To make it truly vegetarian, you could use vegetable broth. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Potato and Carrot Soup

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:28:54 -0500

I suppose the title says it all. This is a nice, creamy vegetable soup loaded with potatoes and carrots. Delicious! -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Corn and Ham Soup

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:49:24 -0500

This is easy to throw together with ingredients that are more than likely in your kitchen already. It's a great way to use up leftover ham bits, and is a nice, home-style soup to serve on a blustery day. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Kale Salad With Pine Nuts, Currants & Parmesan

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 12:13:17 -0500

In a surprising twist, Tuscan kale is served rawand makes for a substantial and satisfying winter salad. Be sure to choose bunches of Tuscan kale with small leaves, which are more tender. I adapted the recipe from one I found in this month's "Bon Appétit" (February 2009). It's by acclaimed chef Dan Barber, of New York's famous Blue Hill restaurants. Allow the currants to marinated for at least a few hours. After that, this dish takes minutes to throw together. -- posted by blucoat

Amish Bean Soup

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:18:35 -0500

This is a wonderful warm soup to warm the heart in these last cold days of winter. Being in Wisconsin, warm soup is always a welcome thing. This is a very simple amish soup, so it has very simple ingredients. It's perfect for a beginner cook or someone like me who just wants something easy. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Mini Smoked Salmon Pizzas

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:52:00 -0400

Gyoza skins are the Japanese equivalent of wonton wrappers; you'll likely find both in the refrigerated section of the supermarket. If you can't find gyoza skins, substitute round wonton wrappers. They are baked instead of fried! :) Recipe by Julie Grimes Bottcher, Cooking Light Magazine, November, 2006 edition. -- posted by Manami

Bourbon-Mustard Glazed Pork Chops

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:22:32 -0400

This is a Rachael Ray recipe. Havent seen one like this. I made it for dinner and it was delicious and so simple to prepare, a real 30 minute meal for any occasion. I cut my own chops from a boneless pork loin so you can adjust the thickness to your liking. Instead of salt and pepper I used seasoned salt and added 2-3 tablespoons of honey mustard to the sauce for extra creaminess. Oven cooking will depend on thickness of chops. Serve with rice and honey glazed carrots. -- posted by twin01

Haddock Provencal

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 16:43:36 -0400

Another quick, weeknight recipe, but good enough for company (I make it for Christmas eve dinner every year). I can usually have the fish, rice pilaf, and steamed vegetable on the table in 30 minutes. This is also good using scallops (or any white fish). My family (even the kids) love this. -- posted by WorkingMom2three

Boiled Lobster With Drawn Lemon-Caper Butter

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 23:56:37 -0400

Stowe Blueberry Oven Puffed Pancake

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 03:37:13 -0400

Blueberry Oven Pancake. Custard-like filling with popover-like edges with the sweet-tartness of the blueberries. We discovered this recipe during a ski trip to Stowe, Vermont. I think I copied it out of a church recipe book. My family loves this recipe, and it was a hit at a recent brunch. I have used both fresh blueberries and frozen - with great results. This could be served as a dessert with ice cream. -- posted by Jb Tyler, TX

Egg & Salmon Sandwich

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:22:41 -0400

I found this recipe on EatingWell web site - what I needed were exact measurements, since I usually cook without any recipes. Let me qualify it, when I cook for myself and/or my friends. Anything that we do for the home is a totally different story. Low in calories, low in fat, easy and very healthy! Will make it even more palatable - have with a piece of fresh tropical fruit! Yum! ;) -- posted by Manami

Lighter Angel Hair Pasta With Lemon and Chicken

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:47:21 -0400

The fresh flavor burst of lemon perfectly accents the chicken and angel hair pasta in this quick and easy dish. :) Serve with a generous topping of Parmesan cheese or soy cheese, a tossed green salad, and a Cabernet Sauvignon or a rich Chardonay. Also, a nice Antipasto platter would be nice. From Food & Wine Magazine. :) -- posted by Manami

Potato and Cheese Mina (Passover Matzo Pie)

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 11:46:41 -0400

This simple & delicious recipe is from New York's much-loved "Capsouto Frères Restaurant". Mina is a traditional Sephardic Passover pie. It can be prepared a day in advance and kept refrigerated. Reheat in 325ºF oven for 10-15 minutes. -- posted by blucoat

Apple Ladybug Treats

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:56:46 -0400

Red apples are decorated to look like lady bugs. This is a quick, easy, and fun snack that kids will enjoy making and eating. A raw recipe! This would be fun to put in the kids lunchbox too. Enjoy! -- posted by Sharon123

Easy German Lasagna

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 01:07:27 -0400

This is an easy way to enjoy a unique dish that has amazing flavor and is sure to please even the most picky eater. A must try ! -- posted by Carpi Diem

Skillet-Sizzled Buttermilk Cornbread

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 01:08:20 -0400

An outstanding cornbread recipe from the cookbook, "Passionate Vegetarian", by Crescent Dragonwagon. She and her husband served this at their award-winning inn, The Dairy Hollow House, and it was their most requested recipe. Make sure your oven is accurate. It really needs to be up to temperature for perfect results. -- posted by blucoat

Amish Halushki

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:37:34 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT. From www.amishrecipes.com. -- posted by KateL

Garlic Roast Chicken (Barefoot Contessa)

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 21:54:55 -0400

After seeing this on Food Network and trying it that very night, I'll never make a roasted chicken any other way. The vegetables alone are worth it, but the chicken is so unbelievably tender and juicy that you can't help but go back for seconds. I've made only very subtle changes to suit my taste, and I would recommend nearly doubling the veggies if feeding four grown people. Reheated leftovers are phenomenal (use medium power on microwave). -- posted by KissKiss

Crusty Portuguese-American Yeasted Cornbread (No Knead)

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:23:27 -0400

An easy no-knead recipe for "pao de milho" is from Nancy Baggett's wonderful new cookbook, Kneadlessly Simple: Fabulous, Fuss-Free, No-Knead Breads". The large, homespun loaf has a mild, go-with-anything flavor and a delightful crusty-chewy top. It has a finer, moister crumb than most cornbreads, the result of the cornmeal being combined with boiling water and turned into a mush first. This simple, seemingly unimportant step makes a big difference in taste, too: Due to chemical changes that occur as the cornmeal begins to cook, the bread is noticeably mellow and sweet, even though no sugar is added. Serve it with meals, along with butter, toast it, or grill it and use in all sorts of hearty meat, cheese, and roasted vegetable sandwiches. This bread is very easy to make, but due to the slow rise, no knead method, you must start this bread a couple of days in advance. -- posted by blucoat

Pennsylvania Dutch Potato Salad

Mon, 04 May 2009 14:41:41 -0400

Passed through my family for several generations -- posted by KarenO

Oreo S'mores

Sat, 23 May 2009 17:40:57 -0400

Do try to be humble as your family and friends give you a standing ovation for this camp fire master piece. You will NEVER have another camp fire with out these. I got this recipe from a tv show years ago. I changed one thing and ta-dah the marshmallowless s'more was born! -- posted by bretswife

Stage Deli's World Famous Cheese Blintzes

Mon, 25 May 2009 22:39:02 -0400

Recipe is for the renowned blintzes at New York's Stage Deli. It was printed in an old Gourmet Magazine (January 1997). Serve with sour cream and sugar as toppings, and with assorted fruit jams. You can also sautee this in a crepe pan or skillet rather than baking. -- posted by blucoat

Shrimp Scampi With Green Onions and Orzo

Wed, 27 May 2009 22:39:09 -0400

This dish is like risotto (only quicker and easier) and features cooked orzo topped with garlicky shrimp.Was featured in Bon Appetit Magazine, June 2009 edition.Recipe: Jill Silverman Hough -- posted by Manami

Kidney Bean Salad

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:32:06 -0400

You'll find bowls of "Kidney Bean Salad" (it's more of an appetizer or dip, than a salad) served throughout New England at many quaint taverns and pubs, where you can spread it on a cracker and enjoy it along with a cocktail or two. It is positively addictive!! -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Fish Chowder

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:49:21 -0400

This "chowdah" is a family favorite. Served along with a green salad, some French bread, and a nice white wine, and you have a lovely dinner. Quick and easy to make. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Buffalo Chicken Mac-N-Cheese

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:20:36 -0400

Buffalo chicken meets mac-n-cheese. How can you possibly go wrong? I threw this together for the end-of-the-year potluck lunch at the high school where I teach, and it went over really well. Addendum: Like the first two reviewers, I also used Ken's. Worked great! However, I have to disagree with one reviewer about the celery. I've made this with and without the celery, and its inclusion really makes a world of difference in terms of texture. -- posted by Cluich

Dried Blueberries (Method)

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:48:56 -0400

I ripped this from a Thanksgiving book. The book said " today we store blueberries in the refrigerator or freezer. In the 1620's, Americans dried berries to preserve them for winter. The Pilgrims referred to these little, round, blue skinned berries as whortleberries or billberries...often Native Americans rehydrated or plumped up their dried berries by soaking them in hot water for 15 minutes before serving." This could be a healthy snack or a nice add in for a salad or for whatever you can think of. -- posted by Oolala

Asian Shrimp and Avocado Salad

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:23:46 -0400

Crisp Napa Cabbage leaves are tossed with shrimp and cucumber, then, topped with wasabi-avocado dressing. Baked ramen noodles make a crispy topping.;) Recipe developed by McCromick by Southern Living Cookbook School. There is enough of this colorful salad for entertaining! -- posted by Manami

Italian Vegetable Hoagies (Vegetarian Hoagie Sandwiches)

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:37:38 -0400

This delightfully easy, healthy, and delicious sandwich packs a punch with sweet balsamic vinegar, artichoke hearts, red onion, and provolone cheese. It's from Eating Well Magazine (July/August 2009). If youre packing the hoagies to take along, keep the ingredients separate and assemble right before eating to avoid soggy bread. Serve with tomato and cucumber salad. According to Eating Well, these have 264 calories; 8 g fat (3 g sat, 4 g mono); 39 g carbohydrate; 14 g protein; 8 g fiber per hoagie. -- posted by blucoat

'rough Cut' Slow Cooker No-Beef Chili

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 18:01:51 -0400

This is a simple, hearty comfort recipe that was based on whatever I had in the pantry last night. It's called 'rough cut' because it is meant to be just a "rustic", simple, easy, hearty, filling dish. There is to be No tedious MINCING!! :-) Just put the ingredients in the cooker. ;-) It's really easy! Just put the ingredients into the cooker in the order listed, ending with the chicken. You don't want to taste it after adding raw meat to it so adjust your seasoning as nearly as you can before the chicken goes in. You can adjust the flavors further after it's finished. Ours came out with a LOT of juice so, if you don't like it that way, consider draining the tomatoes, cutting the stock and using bouillon cubes instead. Or cook as directed and removing excess juices to reach the consistency you prefer. I ladled off about 4 cups of the liquid after all the seasonings married in the cooking process. I served it over rice. I thought about adding ground cayenne or red pepper flakes after cooking for a little added heat. Or just having them in ramekins on the table for those who'd like it. Consider substituting 2 LBS of ground turkey or chicken for the thighs. I'm going to try duck or venison this winter. Bon, Bon Apetit! -- posted by MW Savant

Jim Laheys No-Knead Pizza Margherita

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 13:27:06 -0400

This is a great recipe for a simple, thin crust pizza. It's from Jim Lahey (of no-knead bread fame) who now runs a popular NYC pizzeria called Co. The recipe was printed in New York Magazine (Jul 12, 2009). If you don't have a pizza stone, this works well in a cast iron skillet. The recipe requires very little time and effort but the dough must be started the day before. -- posted by blucoat

Katie's Granola

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:33:12 -0400

My friend Katie makes this in New Orleans, where she just moved, and I just visited. The ladies in her family have been passing it around and she just shared it with me! She says the beauty is that you can really just add and subtract according to what you have in your kitchen. -- posted by Lostfairy

New England Clambake Chowder

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:21:59 -0400

A hearty appetite is a must for this delicious, hearty chowder. The silky smooth stock boasts a rich clam flavor, tender chunks of potato, chewy clams, savory onions and herbs. Serve with oyster crackers and a freshly tossed green salad. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Cinnamon Coffee Cake

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 21:25:24 -0400

An easy coffee cake from Eet Smakelijk, the Junior League cookbook from Holland, Michigan. -- posted by KissKiss

Ultimate Banana Milkshake

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:23:23 -0400

It's the most Ultimate banana milkshake. It's tasty, refreshing, nutritious, easy to make and the kids will swear there's Ice cream in it if you make it the right way. You could add a tbsp of vanilla extract if you choose or cinnamon or nutmeg as well. -- posted by S0NIA

Pa. Dutch - Ham Slice Baked in Milk

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:42:33 -0400

I just found this recipe among my Mother's handwritten recipe cards circa 1976. As I remember, we enjoyed it often. I think it came from a Pa. Dutch cookbook we had. That book might have been a gift from my Pa. Dutch mother-in-law. We never used the pineapple, though. -- posted by Jezski

Easiest Pasta With Tomato Basil Sauce

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:17:15 -0400

Perfect for weeknights. The sauce is from italianfoodforever.com. Make the sauce while you're cooking the pasta - it's that fast. -- posted by KissKiss

Healthier Right Side Pineapple Cake

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 03:54:40 -0400

Delicious and healthier pineapple cake. It's perfect for the morning coffee. Very easy to make and very fast. Fruit can be substitute with any other fruit you like: apples, pears, peaches, apricots... use your imagination:) -- posted by zori

Macaroni Salad

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:23:16 -0400

Delicious and creamy Mac Salad, which my son in law , and other friends tell me is yummy! I am one of those cooks who often uses my own judgement as to how much of whatever to add to a recipe, but also like to have specific directions when making anything new myself. I hope this turns out well for you -- posted by Chef #329753

Grandma's Blueberry Streusel Coffeecake

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:39:27 -0400

My grandma cut out this recipe from the Daily Herald newspaper many years ago. I think it may be the best coffeecake I've ever had. -- posted by KissKiss

Linguine With Seafood and Mushroom Saute

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:23:48 -0400

An easy and colorful seafood and mushroom medley. A salad and a nice bottle of wine will help make this meal complete! ;) -- posted by Manami

Spaghetti and Spicy Turkey Meatballs

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:39:10 -0400

Better Homes and Gardens was running an article about spaghetti and different ways of cooking it. This is one of them, I hope you like it! ;) -- posted by Manami

Simply, Simple Cucumber Slices in Vinegar Dressing- Longmeadow

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:50:37 -0400

Based loosely on Emeril Legasse's recipe for cucumbers in dressing, but adding thinly sliced white onion and *Mary Jane's Crazy salt* to the dish prior to serving. Cooking time = refrigeration time. -- posted by Andi of Longmeadow Farm

Pennsylvania Dutch Red Beet Eggs

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:13:05 -0400

These are a childhood favorite. This recipe is very popular among the Pennsylvania Dutch. Great for picnics, snacks or even for lunch. -- posted by luv2makesoup

How to Boil a Lobster - Farm Style - Longmeadow Farm

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:23:07 -0400

Lobsters are cheap by standards -- so we make this a meal in itself anytime of the week. I use the recipe from the "Maine Lobster Council". Oh yummy, remember lobster's walk side-ways, and crabs walk straight. You will need a 4-5 gallon seafood, dutch oven, etc pot for steaming/boiling. -- posted by Andi of Longmeadow Farm

Pumpkin Pie - Easiest Ever

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:28:06 -0400

This comes together SO fast with just one bowl and a whisk. A great recipe from the 1976 edition of Eet Smakelijk - a cookbook from the Junior Welfare League of Holland, Michigan. -- posted by KissKiss

Apple Cider Pumpkin Bisque

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:22:29 -0400

A wonderful hearty autumn soup, goes great with a cold sandwich. This is not my recipe however-- I found this on the internet somewhere a while back and don't recall the source-- so if this is your recipe (especially if it could've been copyrighted by now) or you know whose it is, please let me know so I can give credit where it is due! -- posted by the80srule

Rachel's Fried Ravioli

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:49:37 -0400

Very yummy and easy fried ravioli. Feel free to use your own homemade ravioli, I had coupons for Buitoni so I got their whole-wheat 4-cheese ravioli, it turned out great. Using this to make fried gnocchi works well too! (I especially love frying up whole wheat pumpkin gnocchi.) Makes an awesome kid pleaser, comfort food, and party favorite. -- posted by the80srule

Almost Le Ruth's Italian Salad Dressing

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:38:31 -0500

I found a recipe on cdkithen.com and adapted it to meet my tastes and this is the end result. My family no longer uses bottled italian dressing anymore. -- posted by Bridget Elaine

Hearts of Iceberg Lettuce With Ranch Dressing

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:20:18 -0500

I love salads, and this is no exception. -- posted by Andi of Longmeadow Farm

Weeknight Mashed Potatoes

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:20:32 -0500

This is so easy to throw together, but it tastes like a holiday dish. -- posted by KissKiss

Hot Spiced New England Cider

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:34:47 -0500

A Basic Cider Recipe combining the best aspects of Vermont and Finger Lakes Cider Recipes Made with Real Maple Syrup. Can be done with either Apple or Apple-Pear Cider. -- posted by mithrilbalrog

Baked Apples

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:38:53 -0500

An incredibly easy, inexpensive dessert to make, with the payoff of something much more elaborate. Fairly low-cal and with ingredients that are easy to keep on hand, this is a great dessert to pull together in a pinch. Good on its own, even better piping hot with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. -- posted by Food Therapist

Vanilla Capecodder

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:35:32 -0500

being from Boston, I have always loved to drink CapeCodders. A few years ago I ran out of plain vodka so subsituted what I had and now love the drink best my new way! I have gotten my friends hooked on this ever since! -- posted by Court13

Dishwasher Salmon Steaks

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:47:22 -0500

This may sound very funny, and yes I was skeptical too, but once you try it, you will love it, I swear! You can always change the seasonings to your taste, this is just how my family likes it. -- posted by Amanda Morrill

Kettle Roast

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:49:11 -0500

From the 1961 edition of Pennsylvania Dutch Cookbook, Fine Old Recipes , page 22 -- posted by Chef Shadows

Chicken Breasts in Sherried Tomato Cream

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:15:26 -0500

This is a quick, easy and delicious recipe. It is a pleasant departure from your traditional chicken dishes. It can be doubled or halved easily. You can double the sauce portion for use as a topping on a side such as rice, etc. Good served with fluffy rice and green vegetables. Chardonnay is a pleasant wine compliment. -- posted by Chris Letourneau

Slow Cooker Chicken and Cornbread

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:20:41 -0500

Usually I work too much to get any use out of my slow cooker, but on snow days I can put it to good use and make this delicious comfort food. I originally had the inspiration for this recipe at Garryowen Irish Pub in Gettysburg, PA. I've done my best to re-create the textures and flavors of their dish on my own. -- posted by Sanana71