Recipezaar: Western U.S.,Holiday/Event recipes

Snack Attack Mix, Low Cal

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 20:17:18 -0500

I am on Nutrisystem and needed a low cal, crunchy snack for when I get the munchies or go to the movies and yearn for popcorn. I love chex mixes, but am not a huge fan of pretzels. This mix, however, can include FF pretzels if you wish...just add them in! -- posted by Tristan's Nana

Thick Dipping Sauce for Crab/Fish/Fries/Veggies

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:49:20 -0500

Easy, Make ahead and refrigerate if desired. Three ingredients and an optional 4th ingredient! -- posted by Montana Heart Song

Dried Cherry-Almond Filled Cookies

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 01:03:49 -0500

My original recipe. I came up with this out of necessity when I needed a special cookie for a Holiday party. Rich cherry almond flavor in a cream cheese dough. Be sure to soak the cherries before using or filling will be dry. Cooking/prep time does not reflect time to refrigerate dough. -- posted by GrammaJeanne

Pineapple Orange Rice Whipped Cream Salad

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 01:03:05 -0500

You cook rice with pineapple and orange juice. Takes a bit longer to cook but after it is done and you add the other ingredients it is a great salad. -- posted by Montana Heart Song

Summer Fruit Cream Cheese Dessert

Sat, 02 Feb 2008 23:48:59 -0500

Rhubarb and strawberries or raspberries are great combinations--screaming SUMMER! Here is a dessert that will bring a smile even in the midst of the heat and humidity--a trip to the berry patch will be worth the effort in the blazing sun! From *Taste of Home's* Feb-Mar '08 issue recipe cards....yummo! COOKING TIME INCLUDES CHILLING TIME--plan ahead! -- posted by Debber

Half-Time Chili II

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 02:47:52 -0500

This rich thick chili is suprisingly healthy using ground turkey (and no one needs to know)!!!! The basis of this recipe came from Bon Apetit 1996/Epicurious. I have made my own changes and used this recipe for 5yrs...potlucks, game nights, blizzards... Ofcourse you can use ground beef/venison, different types of beans, but do not be afraid of the amount of garlic, it mellows out during the cooking. -- posted by Skrim

Alaskan Blueberry Lemon Tea Bread

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 01:35:27 -0500

When I lived in Alaska, during blueberry season it was fun to climb the mountains and pick blueberries. The one hazard was that the bears were doing the same thing so it was a race to see who got the most berries during the season. The joke is that if you saw a large pile of blueberries on the trail, turn around and go away because it means bears are in the area. Bears don't digest blueberries very well so they come out whole alot of the time. -- posted by Celticevergreen

BBQ Chicken Burgers and Cheesy French Fries

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 18:14:41 -0500

A lunch combo sure to please. Recipe was found in an old Sunset magazine and modified for chicken instead of beef. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Uncle Ronnie's Bleu Cheese Dressing

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 23:12:37 -0500

This is my family's favorite bleu cheese dressing- I have no idea where Uncle Ronnie got the recipe, but I'm glad he did. You can use any bleu cheese- my current fave is Danish Blue, but you can use any domestic or imported blue type- gorgonzola, etc.- to great effect! If you're going to use it all really quickly, you can add minced fresh parsley, too- it really boosts the flavor, but won't keep as long. (And if you can't use it up fast enough, use it in the Bleu Cheese Hot Wings recipe!) -- posted by Leopardstripes

Bleu Cheese Hot Wings

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 23:48:35 -0500

Made these with leftover Uncle Ronnie's Bleu Cheese Dressing (recipe available on this site), and wow! You can use any bleu cheese dressing to make these, but the homemade dressing baked into a sort of soft, but firm, coating on the chicken- have never had that happen with store-bought salad dressing. Good flavor, and melt-in-your-mouth texture, even from cheap store-brand frozen wing sections (which are famous in our house for being tough, sinewy, and flavorless). Pair up with some celery sticks and even more bleu cheese for great party food, or as a tasty late-night snack. This recipe doubles or triples easily. -- posted by Leopardstripes

Nutty Rice and Grain Mix

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 17:26:00 -0500

Recipe from the magazine Best Life. Good recipe for weight loss and endurance training. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Opposite of a Smoothie: Breakfast Crunchy

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 23:38:18 -0500

Beautiful presentation: a breakfast parfait! Instead of slurping, you get to spoon it up. Endless variations depending on your own tastes--so customize as you like. The recipe is made for ONE serving, adjust to the number of diners. If you let the Crunchy sit for an hour or so, the cereal absorbs moisture from the yogurt and goes from crunchy to chewy. Use frozen or fresh fruit, depending on what you have available. -- posted by Debber

Golden Mashed Potatoes

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 01:00:55 -0500

These healthy potatoes are tasty and light as a feather. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Eclectic Potato Salad

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:19:55 -0500

Recipe dates from before 1900 AD and is a cross between French and American versions of the Potato Salad. Very tasty and easy to prepare. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Slow-Cooked Chicken Dinner

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:39:38 -0500

Recipe makes chicken and gravy good enough for company. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Cowboy Trail Beans

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:55:12 -0500

No tomatoes or beef but these beans still are red, saucy, spicy and tasty. Might work as a crockpot recipe. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Chasen's Shirley Temple Cocktail

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 23:42:03 -0400

In it's 59 years as a Hollywood celebrity hangout, Chasen's had ample time to develop recipes for special clients. However, Shirly Temple was one of only two people who had a recipe from Chasen's named for her. The story behind the drink is that Shirley, at the height of her fame as a child star, came to the restaurant with her parents, who were having a before-dinner cocktail. Shirley wanted one of her own, so the bartender concocted this one for her. Non-alcholic cocktails have been named "Shirly Temples" ever since. This drink is served in a highball glass with ice, and garnished to look like a cocktail; and served with a straw. Other sodas can be substituted, such as a lemon-lime soda. Information from the archives of the Los Angeles Library. -- posted by lynnski / LA

Loretta's Broccoli Salad

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 23:17:17 -0400

This is the salad Loretta brings to all of our family gatherings. We always request her to bring this one no matter what the occasion. She came up with this after having lunch at Reed-N-Cross and having a broccoli salad she just loved. Now we all love it and look forward to her bringing it! -- posted by Some1sGrandma

Sixteen Spice Chicken - Mesa Grill

Fri, 09 May 2008 19:26:59 -0400

I had this chicken at Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill in Las Vegas and fell in love with it! The chef gave me the recipe for the Mesa Grill Poultry Rub! The rest of the recipe is mine. It's the juiciest chicken you will ever have, even the next day. You can make this on your rotisserie, in the oven, or on the grill. The following cooking times are only approximations, as all rotisseries, ovens and grills are different. Please refer to your owners manual. ROTISSERIE: 400 degrees @ 15 minutes per pound. OVEN: 400 Degrees for @ 15 minutes per pound GRILL: Coals on one side of grill, chicken on the other side @ 15 minutes per pound. Prep time does not include brining time. -- posted by Humble Bee

Cedar Planked Fresh Salmon Fillet With Spiced Cranberry Relish

Mon, 19 May 2008 01:47:54 -0400

This is a traditional and very special way of cooking the omnipresent and excellent fresh salmon that you find in Canada or the Pacific Northwest in the USA! You just have to remember to soak your cedar plank or shingle for at least 3 - 4 hours prior to cooking. The soy and orange marinated salmon fillet takes on a wonderful smoky flavour when cooked this way, and marries so well with the slightly tart and Oriental flavours of the cranberry relish. Serve with garlic-roasted or steamed new potatoes, wild rice, asparagus and assorted hot or cold salads. Preparation time includes the time to soak the cedar planks. (Planks can be used several times if soaked well and used over indirect heat. After use, rinse the plank thoroughly with warm water. Use a scrubbing brush if needed!) This planked salmon can be grilled or broiled, cooked in a kettle BBQ or over a wood fire. -- posted by French Tart

Fruity Birthday Cupcakes

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 18:51:55 -0400

Party food doesn't have to be unhealthy. These festive cupcakes are made without sugar and are decorated with fresh fruit. (Another great from The Organic Baby and Toddler Cookbook) -- posted by Motivated Mama

Portuguese Frittata

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 17:12:36 -0400

The Portuguese Sausage gives this Frittata a wonderful flavor along with country fresh vegetables and farm fresh eggs. You will need to go to a Specialty Market to get the Portuguese Sausage. You will need a Cast Iron Skillet to bake the frittata. It is your complete breakfast or for a brunch. -- posted by Chef #848413

Jalapeno Poppers Southern Style

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:39:04 -0400

We grew too many jajapenos! These poppers blend my 25 years in the south with my California upbringing. Best to use peppers you have roasted, peeled, and seeded - that way the crust won't slide off. -- posted by MaxieJ

Pinkberry

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 02:03:10 -0400

After visiting the Pinkberry in LA, I fell in love with their frozen yogurt! after searching for the recipe on the internet, i combined 3 of them and felt that it came pretty close to the real thing! Let me know what u think! Not really sure on the servings or time... sorry! -- posted by MeliBug

Carrot Spice Cake

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 01:18:06 -0400

This is a very old Le Leche League recipe from an old friend Sylvia. Simply the best carrot spice cake I have ever baked or eaten that includes my DH's carrot cake! It is so easy to make this dense rich tasting cake! -- posted by oilpatchjo

Baked Mac and Cheese Casserole

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:43:21 -0400

I decided to make this dish after my Mac and Cheese cheese mix expired. Kraft Mac and Cheese noodles (minus that nasty neon orange cheese) with real cheddar, mozarella, and ricotta cheese with a warm vegetable filling. -- posted by La Petite Madeline

Summer Sunshine on a Salad Plate

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:19:19 -0400

Complex flavors meld into a delightfully tasteful explosion on the plate. -- posted by Debber

Seafood Casserole for Christmas Eve from the Farmhouse

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 17:12:15 -0400

Getting the kids ready and out the door in time for the traditional Lutheran church's Christmas Eve Children's Worship Service is made MUCH easier with this recipe on hand. Get things ready ahead of time, make a loaf of garlicky French bread, and before the little whipper-snappers have time to realize what's happened, you've eaten a healthy AND festive supper, AND are STILL out-the-door in time for church to hear the story and sing the carols of the Birth of Our Savior! Those lovely ladies at Gooseberry Patch take the credit for coming up with this one. -- posted by Debber

Golden Brown Sour Cream Waffles

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 18:08:43 -0400

Crispy on the edges, tender cake-like on the inside. A smear of butter, a sprinkle of berries, and a squirt of syrup--are you in heaven or what? I've doubled the original recipe, since we like to pop the leftovers into the toaster/oven later in the week. Thanks to Ken Haedrich's "Country Breakfast" for the original recipe. -- posted by Debber

Green Chili-Cheese Compound Butter

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:26:22 -0400

This is a fabulous compound butter for fish, corn bread or muffins, corn on the cob or just to slather across a slice of bread. This butter freezes well as long as it is protected from the beastly odors that live in your freezer. Make sure to wrap well in plastic wrap and place in a Ziploc freezer bag. Or place in a container with a tight fitting lid placing plastic wrap on top- in contact with the butter itself. -- posted by Humble Bee

Kalamata Olive Bread

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:43:10 -0400

Eat this flavorful bread while it's fresh from the oven and imagine you're sitting under the warm Grecian sun. From the Panera Bread Cookbook. -- posted by Humble Bee

Overnight Brunch Casserole

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:43:25 -0400

This easy brunch casserole will become everyone's favorite and it's so easy! Choose a French or Sourdough Bread to give it the Panera touch. From the Panera Bread Cookbook. -- posted by Humble Bee

Garlic Breakfast Potatoes

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 21:38:45 -0400

A very easy hearty breakfast. Top with ketchup or salsa if desired. -- posted by YourCakeIWillTake

Zero's Trail Mix (Party Mix)

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:07:09 -0400

From the CGTD Culinary Arts' Institute of Oregon. Zero says: Happy Halloween *and* Merry Christmas! -- posted by Cookgirl

California Sweet Treat

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 01:36:37 -0400

Yum! Rich and full of flavor! California figs are awesome in this treat. Adapted from the California Fig folks! -- posted by Sharon123

Nutty Fruity Yummy Muesli

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 19:02:13 -0400

This is so yummy and it's so good for you too! Full of energy, this will help get you through the day! Adapted from the California Almond Board. -- posted by Sharon123

Honey Roasted Almonds

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 19:39:15 -0400

A wonderful snack and good to give as gifts too. Great for on the run! Adapted from the California Almond Board. -- posted by Sharon123

Nutty Pumpkin Oaties

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:20:19 -0400

These cookies are easy-to-make, moist, and include a lot of nutritious good stuff. The recipe is an adaptation of a couple of other recipes found on-line. -- posted by Trayce

Spicy Chocolate Almond Butter

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 18:10:34 -0400

This makes a great dip for strawberries, bananas and other fruit, cookies, crackers, etc. Enjoy! Adapted from the California Almond Board. -- posted by Sharon123

Maple Apple Almond Oatmeal

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:40:22 -0400

A nutritious and delicious way to start the morning, this oatmeal offers calcium, vitamin E, fiber, magnesium and potassium -- posted by Sharon123

White Chocolate Peanut Butter Popcorn

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:57:34 -0500

I found this recipe when I was looking through a book on Girl Scout activity ideas. I have not tried it, but would like to when we have our next Troop SWAP. Did you know popcorn kernels can pop up to 3 feet in the air? -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Pumpkin Pie Milkshakes

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 22:15:32 -0500

I like these shakes with fresh roasted pumpkin, but you can use canned if you want. This is beyond easy to make and so very good to eat. I'll bet the shakes would even be good as a malt by adding malt powder. I use Recipe #184985 for the spice called for. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Fluffy Butter Dinner Rolls

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 15:05:26 -0500

This is an excellent recipe for impressing people with your cooking skills. You have no idea how good these taste until you actually make them. Please try at least once. You will not regret it. -- posted by mitchellengineer

Salmon and Whitefish Cakes (With Horseradish Cucumber Sauce)

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:53:15 -0500

The combination of salmon and whitefish is delicious (and pretty). The recipe is from Diane Rossen Worthington and was published in Bon Appétit Magazine (April 2008) and is a great alternative to traditional gefilte fish. If you are preparing the accompanying sauce add the horseradish a little bit at a time as just a little goes a long way. -- posted by blucoat

Pecan Pear Torte

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:53:39 -0500

A delightful dessert I am posting for safe keeping -- I plan to make this for Thanksgiving this year. Found in December 2008 Taste of Home. Definitely the type thing you would find in the PAc NW though!! **Cooling time not included** -- posted by Mommy Diva

Mexican Chorizo Cornbread Stuffing

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 18:01:36 -0500

This is the stuffing recipe used in my family at Thanksgiving. You can assemble the dressing (up to the baking) up to 2 days ahead; cover and chill. Remove from refrigerator about 3 hours before baking to bring to room temperature. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Sharon Rae's Yam Bake

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 14:57:09 -0500

This is the best recipe for Thanksgiving! It just isn't Thanksgiving without this dish in my house. You can use sweet potatoes instead of yams. -- posted by Red Hook

Low-Fat Ranch Dressing and Dip Mix

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 15:49:21 -0500

Inexpensive, tasty, and msg-free Ranch dressing mix. I keep the mix ready in the spice cabinet so I am always ready to throw some fresh dressing together. -- posted by Ametista

French Merguez Sausages - Culinary Communion

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 01:07:40 -0500

From the Culinary Communion charcuterie class. Delicious! Recipe courtesy of Gabriel Claycamp, posted with permission. Makes approximately 10 pounds sausage. -- posted by Julesong

Green Chile Chicken Sausage - Culinary Communion

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 18:37:44 -0500

My favorite sausage from the Culinary Communion charcuterie class. Delicious! Recipe courtesy of Gabriel Claycamp, posted with permission. Makes approximately 10 pounds sausage. -- posted by Julesong

Sweet Almond Brittle!

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:32:55 -0500

The original name is Almond Addiction but I couldn't bring myself to name it that! So you have been warned! -- posted by Sharon123

Almond Honey Clusters

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:33:26 -0500

Awesome! -- posted by Sharon123

The Dreidel - Cocktail

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:16:54 -0500

Created by Nopa Bar in San Fransisco. You need to shake the cocktail very hard, almost violently, to be sure that the egg white emulsifies. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Congo Squares

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 17:51:03 -0500

This recipe was passed down from my Grandmother, when my mother and her family lived in India in the 30's and 40's. If you like Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies you will love this recipe. They are simlar to a blonde brownie with chocolate chips, and nuts. -- posted by Betty Bel

Bacon Blue Cheese Burgers

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 01:09:42 -0500

Very moist and cheesy burgers! Perfect for your cookout or anytime. These were featured on the local news for tailgating recipes for the Packers at Lambeau Field. I usually use kaiser rolls for the buns, as these are nice and juicy. If they are in season, be sure to throw some sliced Vidalia onions on top. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Chocolate-Dipped Cherries With Pistachios

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:21:02 -0500

Chocolate and cherries love each other! Dipped in chopped pistachios, it's like a group hug! If you don't have fresh cherries, use maraschino cherries! Adapted from Country Living magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

' Utah ' Scones (Deep-Fried)

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 02:22:04 -0500

These are not scones as the rest of the world knows them...I just call them Utah scones. They're basically like frybread, sopapillas, elephant ears... Delicious and completely unhealthy. This recipe includes my slightly 'healthy' ingredients--not that it actually makes them healthy, but you at least feel slightly better about eating them =) Best served with honey, jam, or the topping of your choice (some people like peanut butter, orange marmalade, powdered sugar, etc.). -- posted by Chef #208660

Grilled Quesadillas W/ Avocado

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 11:11:09 -0500

Serve this at your next Superbowl party, or as an appetizer for any occasion! Roasted poblanos, a rich blend of cheeses, and avocados create unforgettable quesadillas! Serve with sour cream and salsa. (Cooking time is roasting time.) -- posted by cali_love

S'more Cookies

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 10:22:28 -0500

An easy recipe for S'more cookies that everybody can love.... =] I made this recipe up.... I'm no baker, but this recipe totally rocked the socks off my family... other then the fact that they where ugly this cookie was perfect. -- posted by KatyLady90

Thick Apple Pancakes With Raspberry Sauce

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 11:21:42 -0500

This is a fabulous and impressive recipe (both visually and in deliciousness). It's great with or without the raspberry sauce The recipe makes about twice the amount of sauce necessary (in my opinion), but the leftovers are amazing on ice cream! I don't strain the raspberries because the seeds don't bother me. You can also replace with strawberries. If you really want a decadent meal, top with whipped cream. You can prepare the recipe as directed or just bring the apple topping and raspberry sauce out to the table and let people plate it themselves. It's also great if you mix the apple topping right into the pancake batter. Really, it's hard to go wrong with this recipe. :) This beautiful brunch dish is served at The Ahwahnee Hotel in Yosemite Valley, CA and was printed in "Bon Appétit" (Nov. 2000). If you are just cooking for one or two, leftover batter refrigerates well. -- posted by blucoat

Sugared Cranberry Gorp

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:16:35 -0500

I love GORP. I'm always looking for different ways to make it in different flavors and textures. It's good to try using what you really like in it. I like cranberries and sourdough pretzels, so I came up with this one. It's a nice sweet change of pace. I hope you enjoy it. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Cali-Schetta

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:46:10 -0500

I had a couple of avocados to use up and I love bruschetta, so I came up with this unique combination of flavors to serve at a recent dinner party. Prep time includes the 30 minute refrigeration. Enjoy :) -- posted by Julie421511

Sausage, Roasted Red Pepper, and Spinach Torta Rustica

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 00:43:52 -0500

This simple dish has a quiche-like filling and baguette slices for a crust. A quick but festive dish, that leaves plenty of time to open gifts or visit with family members. Bon Appetit magazine, December 2008, Family Style by Maria Helm Sinskey. This was part of a Christmas Breakfast but it can be for Thanksgiving weekend, as well! :) I have included cooling time, as well.I divided up the kinds of sausage but it is up to you, how you want to eat it! -- posted by Manami

Sweet and Salty Chicken Tenders

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 01:40:43 -0400

This is an adaptation of an Alton Brown recipe. I don't recall which episode it was, but I must say that these have become one of our favorites. We will often serve these with the Mac-Daddy Mac and Cheese recipe We have found that you can fine tune the sweetness of the breading by altering the Captain Crunch to Rice Krispies ratio. Have fun with this and Enjoy! -- posted by Lord Bezoar

BBQ Hot Dogs in a Crock Pot

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 02:04:11 -0400

These are super simple and feed a lot of people. Perfect for family gatherings, sporting events, pot lucks and church socials. -- posted by Lord Bezoar

Hot Spiced Carob

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 21:20:17 -0400

The ginger gives this delicious drink a little kick and the spices sprinkled over the top will tantalize your taste buds! From Whole Foods. -- posted by Sharon123

Old Settler's Baked Beans

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:03:15 -0400

I know there are many, many versions of the recipe online, but this beats them all. Trust me! The best part, it can be adapted for a crock-pot or dutch oven. -- posted by Steven Loeffler

Chocolate Cherry Streusel Muffin Tops

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:45:22 -0400

A favorite combo of flavors, these muffins resemble crumb cakes when made with streusel. -- posted by Sharon123

California Snackers

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:47:05 -0400

Snap easy and it's all that good! Four ingredients! Enjoy! -- posted by Sharon123

Suzanne Goin's Braised Leeks

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:23:42 -0400

This delicious recipe is from Suzanne Goins remarkable cookbook, "Sunday Suppers at Lucques". You can top this with a poached egg and a drizzle of mustard vinaigrette for a simple meal or serve as a side dish to poultry. Leftovers are excellent cold & also reheat very well. -- posted by blucoat

Cranberry Crown Cheesecake

Wed, 20 May 2009 20:08:34 -0400

I love cranberries! This is an elegant and beautiful cheesecake, my family asks for this at every holiday. Plan ahead! Some steps in this recipe can take up to 24 hours--!!! Please read recipe through before starting! -- posted by kittycatmom

Sam's Smoked Sockeye

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 02:19:24 -0400

I make the brine and DH keeps the smoke coming. He is famous for smoked salmon! This recipe is for a hard smoked alderwood sockeye salmon. It is so good you will drool over it. Really. You will. -- posted by Secret Agent

Butterflied Chicken With Herbs and Sticky Lemon

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:31:16 -0400

This recipe, submitted by Elise Lalor from Issaquah, WA, was the 2009 Judges Choice and $10,000 winner(representing the Pacific region) in the 2009 Chicken Cooking contest put on by the National Chicken Council. -- posted by Sharon123

Ginger Scented Honey Hoisin Chicken Thighs With Sesame

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:03:48 -0400

A yummy chicken recipe, submitted by Ruth Kendrick, Ogden, UT, and a 2009 Finalist in the Chicken Cooking contest put on by the National Chicken Council. -- posted by Sharon123

Herbes De Napa

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:58:28 -0400

A lovely seasoning blend from northern California's Napa Valley region, and a great variation on the classic herbes de Provence! Use in vegetable, meat, fish and poultry dishes or in rubs, sauces, and gravies. Courtesy Michael Chiarello. -- posted by BecR

The Best Cowboy Beans

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:25:26 -0400

These are the BEST! I've been making this recipe for over 20 years now, and it's always a HIT with my family and friends! Great for BBQ's, potlucks, camping etc. Can be made in the oven or in the crockpot, and it freezes and reheats well. -- posted by BecR

Crab Cakes With Lemon Butter and Plum Tomato Salsa

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:52:46 -0400

Straight forward, savory first course with elegant results. Easy and tasty. Works well as a first course served with Vevue Clicquot Champagne. From Bon Appetit January 2004. -- posted by College Girl

Citrus Slush: Snazzy & Jazzy

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:06:11 -0400

You're the hostess for the bridal or baby shower and are scrambling around looking for the PERFECT recipe. Eureka! You've just struck the mother-lode of Shower Slushes! This makes a LOT and tastes divine, too. Thanks to Taste of Home Holidays (Barbecues), Summer 2009, booklet for this excellent recipe. -- posted by Debber

Goof Balls

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 10:01:04 -0400

A yummy yummy peanut butter no-bake cookie. It's a great family recipe and everybody's favorite. Prep time includes balling time but not cooling. -- posted by heres_johnni

Country Style California Olive, Thyme and Cheese Scones/Biscuits

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 21:44:33 -0400

This Californian olive recipe was sent to me by some lovely Bed and Breakfast guests (now good friends), who come from Temecula in California. They have stayed with us a couple of times now and love this part of SW France, and the food and wine! They grow olives and avocados, and regularly send me a selection of "California Growers" recipe leaflets, magazines and cookbooks, as well as a box of avocados every year! Always a treat! I have made these scones/biscuits several times now for appetisers and nibbles, as well as for picnics - they are delicious when eaten warm with fresh butter, mustard and ham. I make these with French olives, but I am sure my friends don't mind! -- posted by French Tart

Honey-Roasted Pear Salad With Thyme and Verjus Dressing

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:33:56 -0400

An elegant and sophisticated salad that makes good use of verjus (verjuice) in the dressing. I use a local blue cheese, such as Roquefort in this salad; however, please do use a local blue cheese of your choice - any creamy or robust blue cheese will marry well with the pears and tart dressing. Verjuice, or verjus, is the juice of unripe grapes. This staple of French provincial cooking, a key ingredient in Dijon mustard, has the tartness of lemon juice and the acidity of vinegar, but the harshness of neither. Its delicate flavour is ideal for everything from stocks to sweet syrups - as long as you know what you're doing. Verjus was also a common ingredient used in English cooking throughout the Middle Ages. I try to make a batch of verjus every year with the green grapes from my non-dessert grape vine - as I love cooking with it. This recipe came from an old copy of Bon Appetit magazine from 2005. Prep time includes the time it takes the pears to cool. -- posted by French Tart

Try a Cashew Chicken Salad in a Sandwich on a Hot Summer Evening

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:05:49 -0400

The title is pretty self-explanatory, and I think you'll agree that this is a nice way to spend a summer evening. Kettle (crunchy) potato chips on the side, a couple of home-made cookies or a brownie, some carrot sticks, and you've got a pretty decent brown-bag lunch, too. The original recipe (from Taste of Home, Aug/Sep 09) calls for pumpernickel bread. -- posted by Debber

Emma's Green Beans

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:52:49 -0400

Fresh picked green beans (cooked to tender), or canned, this is a long time family favorite from my mother & always requested as a side-dish at family gatherings, plus! Flavorful, colorful, delicious hot, or cold, more flavorful the next day.... and easy to make. Special note: 'Snappy Tom' is somethimes hard to find, but well worth the effort. -- posted by Chef #1357772 Geogene

Brussels Sprouts Parisienne

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 02:49:48 -0400

Lightly steamed and tossed in butter, a dash of salt & pepper and a pinch of nutmeg--sometimes simple is best! Top sprouts with crisp crumbled bacon, freshly grated lemon zest, and a dollop of creme fraiche to dress them up, if you like! This is my favorite Brussels sprouts recipe, since childhood. -- posted by BecR

Blueberry Lavender Pie Filling for Canning

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:36:50 -0400

Enjoy a taste of summer in the middle of the winter with this easy canning recipe. The following is for one quart jar, which easily fills one pie. Multiply it to use as many berries as you can get your hands on. I also add fresh lavender flowers since I've got a great local lavender farm, but if you do, please be careful to use them sparingly as they can quickly overpower the berry taste. If you are unsure on how to use lavender, read up online first. *DO NOT SUBSTITUTE CLEAR JEL*! This is important. You probably won't find it at your local grocery store, but you can easily order it online. I found mine at a specialty candy and cake decorating store. -- posted by PDXChef

Fresh Figs With Stilton and Walnuts in a Honey Drizzle Dressing

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:59:58 -0400

A new fig recipe for this year! Similar to my Recipe #250866 but with blue cheese and a honey drizzle dressing. I like to tuck a few fig leaves amongst the salad for colour........but please do wipe them first! Serve these figs with crusty bread, some mixed herb and salad leaves.......and a glass of chilled wine. Quantities for figs depend on the size; allow one or two large figs per person or, between three and six for medium to small figs.This makes a fabulous dinner party starter, or a light salad for lunch..........I sometimes serve this for the cheese course too, for something a little different. -- posted by French Tart

Everything Salmon Burgers(Rachael Ray)

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:37:52 -0400

A great recipe for any day of the week! From Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book. She was inspired by everything bagels with cream cheese and smoked salmon. -- posted by Sharon123

Jarlsberg Chicken

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:43:41 -0400

I developed this recipe when I was tired and wanted something very quick for my family. It takes less than 30 minutes to make and impresses everyone that has it. -- posted by Duroc

Hot Shrimp Hors D'oeuvres

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:22:59 -0400

Saw this on our local KCTS TV channel and copied it the best I could because they weren't giving out the amounts and one of the ingredients. So I have done my best. Plan to prepare it soon and see what the end result will be. If you beat me please give your suggestion and ideas. Thanks in advance. :) You can replace the shrimp with crab meat. Cooking time does not include the time needed to cook the shrimp. -- posted by TeresaS

Lemon Pepper Boneless Pork Country Style Ribs With Bacon

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:13:08 -0400

This is such an easy recipe, I hated to post but it is so tender and time saving. Some of the simplest recipes are the best. Country ribs have quite a bit of meat on them. -- posted by Montana Heart Song

Black Olive & Clam Dip

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:46:25 -0500

This is a family favorite that we just cannot seem go without during the Holidays it's a great dip to serve to tide your guests over until your holiday meal is ready. This dip is a kid friendly recipe - I have two younger brothers who absolutely love this dip for them it is a holiday staple. Enjoy! -- posted by Loving Chef

Quick California-Style Ham and Eggs Benedict

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:52:33 -0500

What a treat for Sunday brunch! Adapted from Southern Living. (Time does not include baking the biscuits.) -- posted by Caroline Cooks

Potatoes Romano: Going on 20

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:26:56 -0500

This is a recipe received from a request in a newspaper here in SoCal. It's from the Enterprise Fish Co. where this old fashioned dish has been a standard menu item for almost two decades. -- posted by Amber W

Peanut Cream Pie Supreme

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 13:44:09 -0500

A wonderful peanut butter-chocolate pie, although quite rich - have small pieces!! I got this recipe from my cousin quite a few years ago. She comes from a large family that spent a lot of time in the kitchen - she knows her stuff!! I have since made this pie a Thanksgiving tradition in our home. It's always loved!! -- posted by Auntie Angel

Momma's Hot Cheese Dip

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:55:03 -0500

This is a recipe our Dear Late Mother used to make often for family gatherings and is an all time favorite of everyone in the family. We serve this in a crock pot on warm since it is best served hot, but can be served in a Sourdough bowl. Mom always cubed sourdough french bread to serve this with, and it usually took more than one loaf to satisfy the many who would have it. You may find as we have that for large family gatherings we had to double this recipe. *** Note*** although this recipe calls for Velvetta Cheese, you can substitute any good quality American Processed Cheese. -- posted by jacques lee

Momma's Hot Cheese Dip

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:55:23 -0500

This is a recipe our Dear Late Mother used to make often for Family Gatherings, and because we were a large family it was often doubled. She would make this up and transfer it to a CrockPot to keep warm, as it was always best served hot. She would cube 2 loaves of Sourdough French Bread to accompany this for the dipping. Although this recipe calls for Velvetta cheese, Mom has a note that states you can use any other High Quality American Processed Cheese for extra zip. We have also found that instead of one only can of Ortega Diced Green Chili's some of us use two cans. Try this anyway you like, and for a party try serving it in a Sourdough Bowl which makes a pretty presentation, but will not stay hot. -- posted by jacques lee

Basic Home Fries

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:16:35 -0500

I just love home fries and this is a great basic recipe for a delicious breakfast! Yum! I love these with ketchup. Adapted from Mollie Katzen's Sunlight Cafe Cookbook. :) -- posted by Sharon123

Grandma's Egg Pancakes

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:06:17 -0500

On a recent visit by my mother she reminded me of my grandmother's "egg pancakes". Both used to make these rich pancakes for us kids when there was extra butter and eggs in the house. They are an unbelievable breakfast treat! Cook-off all batter as they re-heat well in the microwave (about 25 seconds) -- posted by COTopChef

Mama Kaye's Salmon Breakfast Croquettes

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:27:36 -0500

For the one-year anniversary of their big move, the President and First Lady passed along this recipe: an old favorite, from the girls' godmother and family friend "Mama Kaye" Wilson. Enjoy! I haven't tried this, yet so posting here for safekeeping. :) -- posted by Sharon123

Peanut Brittle

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:32:25 -0500

Use fresh peanut and sweet butter for the best results. -- posted by Chef #856573