1. Trim the unsightly outer leaves from the sprouts. Trim off bottom stalk and cut each sprout in half, the large ones into quarters. 2. Steam sprouts for only 2-3 minutes, or until bright green and still firm - they will cook longer in the saute

Sprinkle both sides of meat with salt, pepper, and 1 tsp dried dill weed. Place in slow cooking pot. Add water and vinegar. Cover and cook on low 7 to 9 hours or until tender. Remove meat from pot. Turn control to high. Dissolve flour in small amount of cold water; stir into meat drippings. Stir

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly grease a shallow 1 1/2-quart baking dish or casserole. Cook potatoes in a large pot of boiling water 20 to 30 minutes until firm-tender when tested with a fork. Drain; cool under running cold water. Cut in 1/2-inch thick slices. Arrange slices in

For marinade, in shallow baking dish, combine dressing, brown sugar, soy sauce and ginger. Set aside. Score both sides of meat at 1 inch intervals diagonally across steak. Place steak in dish; turn to coat. Marinate in refrigerator for 3 to 24 hours, turning occasionally. R

Heat suet in a dutch oven, over a medium-low flame. Heat and stir until partially rendered and lightly browned. Add beef, garlic, chile powder, paprika, salt, pepper, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Heat and stir for 8-10 minuted to brown beef. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 2 hours. Add water

Cut the elephant into bite-size pieces. This should take about 2 months. Cover with brown gravy and cook over kerosene fire about 4 weeks at 465 degrees. This will serve 3,800 people. If more are expected, add 2 rabbits. Do this only if necessary, as most people do not like to find hare in their

Fry the onion and garlic in a big, deep skillet with the olive oil. When it starts to wilt and turn yellow, add the cut vegetables and cook for about 10 minutes on medium heat. Add the rice, salt to taste (remember stock or broth has salt!) and a bit of saffron.

Beat cheese (at room temperature) until creamy. Add garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Gradually add beer.     strongServings: 1/strong  

From "Baby s First Helpings" by Chris Casson Madden ISBN: 0 385 19143 X This dish takes very little to prepare and is easy for baby to digest. Melt butter in small heavy pan over low heat. Stir in flour and blend well. Add milk and stir until smooth.

Place the olive oil (all of it) into the bottom of the crock pot. Turn the pot onto the highest setting (if variable available) and add the onions. Allow the onions 10 15 minutes to warm in the oil. Add the remaining ingredients, including the water. If cooking the dish all

In large bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, pecans, butter and maple; mix well. Stir in remaining ingredients. Pour into ice cream freezer container. Freeze according to manufacturer s directions. Makes 2 quarts. REFRIGERATOR FREEZER METHOD: Omit half & half. Whip w

When making Danish pastry it is important to keep the dough very cold. In shaping small pastries, it is sometimes necessary to re chill partially shaped dough until it is firm enough for the job to be completed. When you first make the pastry, be careful to follow all the ru

Mix all ingredients, except maraschino cherry, with cracked ice in a shaker or blender and serve in a chilled Collins glass. Garnish with cherry. Shared and MM by Judi M. Phelps, Forum Coordinator, alt.creative cook and alt.creative cooking. Internet: jphelps@s

Heat ghee & saute onions & garlic till golden. Stir in ginger, turmeric, cayenne & garam masala in turn. Stir fry for 5 minutes. Add tomatoes & yogurt. Stir in salt & cook for 2 minutes. Pour in water & bring to a boil. Reduce heat & simmer

Prepare pie crust and chill 2 hours or longer before filling. Soak gelatin in cold water and set aside. Heat 1 1/2 cups of milk in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. In a small bowl combine flour, salt and 1/2 cup of cold milk; mix until smooth and without lumps. S

This versatile sauce is delicious spread on English muffins, makes a wonderful cake or pie filling and is also an easy way to enhance plain yogurt. It has a tendency to darken after about 2 months, so it is best to make only what you can use within that length of time. Make

1. Break the eggs into a small bowl, add salt, and beat slightly to mix. Do not overbeat, as eggs should not be foamy or frothy. 2. Beat the shortening or oil in a frying pan (9 10 inches in diameter), and add onions. Over medium low heat, saute onions until they are tr

*NOTE: optional Rinse hens and pat dry. Mix wine, soy sauce, salt, honey & orange juice together. Rub 1 Tblpsn butter inside each hen. Sprinkle the cavity with salt. Mix the onion, garlic, pecans, mushrooms, & tangerines together. Stuff each hen with this mixture. Heat t

DRY RUB DIRECTIONS: Mix in jar, cover and shake well to mix. Sprinkle rub liberally on ribs. Allow to stand 20 to 30 minutes at room temperature until rub appears wet. RIB SMOKING DIRECTIONS: Prepare smoker for long, slow cooking using hickory chips for flavor. Cook ribs, bo

If you like an assertive chili based relish, try this flavorful one on nearly any white fleshed fish (whole, steaks or fillets). Like it hotter? Add some more chilies! Grill chilies 4 to 5 inches from hot coals until soft and the skin ruptures. Let cool slightly; rub skin o

Dust chicken in flour. Fry chicken lightly until starting to brown. Place chicken in a casserole dish or a very deep frying pan. Add soup powder, nectar and apricots. Mix everything well. Simmer for 1 hour. I normally use 2 pieces of chicken per person and about a 1 1/2 lb br

Mexican Bean Stew: Combine pinto beans, seasoning mix, vegetables, and tomato sauce in a sauce pan. Add enough water to achieve desired consistency. Simmer covered for 30 60 minutes. Serve hot. Mexican Spice Mix: Combine spices and store in a covered bottle. Use 3 T mix for

1/4 c Brandy 1 TB Chopped fresh thyme OR 1 ts Dried thyme 1/2 ts Ground cloves 1/4 c Finely minced onion 1/2 ts Ground white pepper 1/2 ts Salt 4 oz Bacon 1 1/2 lb Ground turkey see NOTE 6 Egg whites 2 Feet sausage casings NOTE: For this

In medium bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover, refrigerate until serving time, at least 2 hours. Garnish with additional diced sweet red peppers. Serve with sliced red or green apples for dipping. Makes 1 1/2 cups     strongServi

Everyone loves this dish, even those who don t particularly like egg plant. The flavor virtually explodes with a lively combination of sweet, spicy, tart and savory followed by the refreshing crunch of fresh water chestnuts. Serve as a side dish or first course for Western m

make dough let rise only twenty minutes in machine cut into 12 pieces. Roll into balls and using the thumb put hole in middle and turn to shape make sure you have a good opening dust with flour if you have to Place on greased cookie sheet and let rise 15 to 20 minutes. In a

Melt butter in skillet. Add onion. Saute until tender. Stir together flour, baking powder and salt. Blend egg, oil and milk. Stir into flour mixture, blending lightly. Stir in cottage cheese and sauteed onions. Turn into buttered 9" round cake pan. Sprinkle with cheddar br

Oysters in a Pig Blanket10 slices bacon, cut into 4 pieces1 quart oysters, drained (about 40)40 drops Louisiana hot sauce40 drops Worcestershire sauceWrap each 1/4 slice bacon around one oyster. Secure with a wooden pick. Place in a 10 x 9 inch baking pan. Put a drop o

Roasted Garlic PureeUse as a spread for buttered, toasted French bread.4 large heads garlic1/4 cup olive oil1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon fresh lemon juiceChop off bottom of garlic head, and separate whole cloves, leaving tig

Chocolate Cookie Cheesecake1 1/2 cups cream filled chocolate    sandwich cookie crumbs2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon32 ounces cream cheese, softened1 1/4 cups granulated sugar

Red Velvet Cookies1 box Duncan Hines Red Velvet Cake Mix 2 eggs 1/3 cup vegetable oilMix all ingredients together. Roll into balls and place on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Flatten down slightly (depending on the thickness you desire). Bake at 375 degrees F until the to

Lemon Parmesan Linguine3/4 pound linguine3/4 cup whipping cream1 tablespoon butter3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon grated lemon peel1/2 cup parmesan cheeseCook pasta al dente and drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid.Bring cream and butter to simmer

Three Musketeers Bars3 cups granulated sugar3/4 cup light corn syrup3/4 cup water1/8 teaspoon salt3 egg whites1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 (12 ounce) bags milk chocolate chipsIn a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, corn syrup, water,

Catsup1 gallon tomato juice3 to 4 cups vinegar3 cups granulated sugar2 tablespoons salt1 teaspoon black pepper1/4 teaspoon red cayenne pepper (optional)1 teaspoon cloves4 teaspoons cinnamonPlace in large heavy kettle. Tie cloves and cinnamon in a cloth

Chez Piggy Gambas al AjilloSource: Chez Piggy Kingston, Canada28 medium shrimp, peeled8 tablespoons olive oilSalt, to taste2 tablespoons chile peppers, coarsely chopped2 tablespoons garlic, coarsely choppedHeat a heavy cast iron skillet until hot, add oliv

Prescott Brewing Company P.B.C. MashersSource: Prescott Brewing Company, Prescott, Arizona4 1/2 pounds red potatoes, unpeeledLarge pot of water1/2 cup butter3/4 teaspoon black pepper1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/8 cup sour cream1/8 cup half and half1 1/2 teaspo

Hazelnut CookiesThese decorative cookies are a popular Chanukah treat.uDough/u1 3/4 cups all purpose flour 1/2 cup finely ground hazelnuts 1 teaspoon poppy seed (optional) 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 cup margarine, softened *3/4 cup granulated sugar

Chipotle Mayonnaise1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing1/2 cup finely chopped tomato, drained1/2 cup finely chopped and seeded cucumber1 teaspoon minced onionMix all ingredients; cover and refrigerate until chilled � about 1 hour.

Rainbow Butter Cookies1 cup butter1 1/2 cups granulated sugar1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 1/2 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon saltFood coloring, three colors of choiceCream butter and sugar toge

Cheesy Shrimp Pasta1 (2 pound) block Velveeta cheese 1 (16 ounce) carton half and half 1 (10 ounce) can Ro Tel tomatoes 1 small onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound raw shrimp Cooked pasta of choicePlace cheese, half and half, Ro tel tomatoes, oni