Monday, April 1, 2024

Stuffed French toast stove top





This recipe takes minutes to prepare.  The only ingredient you need to prepare ahead is to soften the cream cheese.  

Have a happy day!


The last time I made Stuffed French toast I made it on top of my stove in my grill pan.

In the deep grill pan on low I put a few tablespoons of butter.  While my butter was melting In a large bowl I cracked 3 eggs , added cinnamon  and a little maple syrup ( pancake syrup)and 3 cups whole milk and whisked them well.

In a separate bowl place 8 to 12 oz. Softened cream cheese, 1tsp. vanilla and about 3 or 4 tablespoons powered sugar.  Use a large spoon to blend them  well.

Here what the next steps are;

Then Dip first slice of thick bread in egg milk cinnamon mixture.  One at a time.  Placed 4 slices of dipped bread in buttered pan. Top with heaping tablespoons cream cheese mix.  Spread it a little)  Dip other 4 slices of bread and place on top of cream cheese mixture.  Cook on medium heat, turn over when browned and cook until browned and cream cheese is warmed.  You can slightly cover with foil until ready to serve.

Top with syrup or fresh fruit.

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Easy Macaroni Soup!

Todays macaroni soup I added a little extra elbows so it’s pretty thick. ****  If necessary when it’s reheated I may add a little extra chicken or beef broth. Updated photo. 4/1/2024






Any day is a good day for this soup! Kiddo's will love this back to school recipe and it's so easy!




I've caught a "cold" and a bit under the weather so this Macaroni Soup will hit the spot for me.  I'm re-posting my blog post from last winter if you haven't checked it out.  A great dish for anytime but it hits the spot when you have a cold.  I add a little red pepper to it to open up those sinuses. Enjoy!




 I'm back in the kitchen and I totally surprised myself.  I thought I wouldn't touch a pot or pan for a week..  Guess I overlooked the fact that there weren't any leftovers so today I heard the weather guy say rain changing to snow in our forecast so soup's on..Macaroni soup that is!!!!

This recipe is one I have made and it's very easy...It's a basic recipe which takes no time to put together to warm you up on a chilly day.  You can add extra black pepper to spice it up..




Happy Cooking!

  


 1 lb. beef ground (I use 85 % ) so It'll give your soup good flavor..If you are worried about fat content use 90 %+.
1/4 +tsp. onion powder
1/4 +tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. parsley
1/2 tsp. Basil
1- 15 oz. can Hunts Sauce
1- large 32 oz. Beef Broth
1- large 32 oz. Chicken broth 
****1/2 lb. + elbow macaroni cooked rinsed and drained 
****salt and pepper to taste
grated Italian cheese


In a medium to large pot place about 3 tablespoon canola oil , add  ground beef, onion powder, garlic powder,  parsley, basil ,salt and pepper.  Saute until slightly browned....After browning, add sauce and beef and chicken broth. Cook over medium heat for approximately 30 minutes..Add cooked elbow macaroni and grated cheese....(for a thicker soup add extra pasta)  Note:  Do not overcook elbow pasta.

Note:  cook pasta separately (drain, rinse and cover in a bowl)if you like a more broth like soup and add the desired amount to broth. 

From my kitchen to yours,


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Friday, March 22, 2024

Shipwreck dinner my way

I saw this recipe and it interested me so I made it according to directions and it was blah so I added a heaping tablespoon of soft cream cheese and a heaping tablespoon of soft cheddar cheese and now I taste tested it and it’s all GOOD!




I felt a light salad would be a nice touch to make this a meal.

  • 1 pound lean ground beef

  • 1 (7.25 ounce) package macaroni and cheese mix (I used ALDIs brand)

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with chiles(I drained my tomatoes)

  • ***1  1/4 cup milk

  • ***1 cup frozen peas( I used baby limas for a change)

  • 1 cup frozen corn

  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt or to taste

    ***1 heaping tablespoon soft cream cheese

    ***1 heaping tablespoon soft sharp cheddar cheese 

    1cup cheddar cheese for topping.


Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain
 
  1. Stir in the mix, tomatoes, milk, and frozen vegetables. 
  2. Bring to a boil, then simmer until the pasta is tender. 
  3. Season and add the shredded cheddar cheese. 
  4. Dessert too!




Saturday, March 16, 2024

Irish Soda Bread! with dried cranberries!!!!!




The Top of the Morning to Everyone!!!   This was my first attempt to make this soda bread.  No yeast was involved.  Yay!  Enjoy!!

Happy Baking from my kitchen to yours,






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This bread is delicious warm or at room temperature.  If you have leftovers toast the next day!

I came across this recipe in the Dash section of the local newspaper.  I adapted this to my liking whereas I used dried cranberries instead of raisins and soured my milk. 

2 cups flour
5 T sugar, divided
 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp. salt
3/4tsp. baking soda
3 T cold butter, diced
1 cup buttermilk( I soured 1%  milk with 1 tsp. white vinegar)
2/3 cup raisins(optional cranberries)



Preheat oven to 375 degrees
Coat a 8 or 9 inch round pan( I used a bread pan) with  cooking spray.  In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, 4 T sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.  Add butter, rubbing it into flour mixture with your fingers until a coarse meal forms.

Make a well in center of flour mixture.  Pour in buttermilk ad stir to blend.  Stir in raisins.  Flour our hands and shape dough into a ball.

Transfer dough to pan and flatten slightly(not all the way to edges of pan).  Sprinkle with remaining 1 T sugar.

Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center of bread comes out clean.

Remove from oven and let sit for about 10 minutes; transfer to a rack to finish cooling.






***Note:  I substituted dried cranberries for the raisins.


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Friday, March 8, 2024

Herb chicken tortellini with Broccoli



 


1 large  package REFRIGERATED herb chicken tortellini or cheese tortellini ( Aldi Priano brand) cooked according to directions.( do not overcook)
1  stick butter 
1  1/2 cups heavy cream or half and half 

1/2 cup Pecorino Romano grated cheese
1tsp. Dried or fresh parsley 

1 frozen broccoli florets or fresh broccoli steamed accordingly in salted water 

parsley fresh or dried( I use about 1/2 tsp. Dried)

Cook tortellini according to package directions ) once the tortellini rise to top cook just a few minutes) drain and set aside.

Place butter in a large saucepan.  Melt.  When it melts slowly add heavy cream ( or half and half)and cook on low until it starts to thicken slightly.  Add cheese and parsley.  stir well.  Add steamed and drained well broccoli.  Toss with tortellini and extra pecorino cheese.

If using half and half your sauce will be thinner but it will thicken slightly after it has set.

Note:  I do substitute if I don’t have heavy cream.  I think it is still as delicious.

Delish