Best Bread Recipes Blog: December 2015

Thursday, December 31, 2015

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

breakfast bread

Ingredients

Servings: 2
2 cups milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
2/3 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
1 egg, beaten
7 cups all-purpose flour

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heat the milk in a small saucepan until it , then remove from heat. add the butter, salt and sugar and stir until melted; let cool until lukewarm. in a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
in a large bowl, combine milk mixture with the yeast mixture. mix in the egg and 3 cups of flour. stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. when the dough has pulled together, turn it out a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
deflate the dough and turn it out a lightly floured surface. divide the dough into two equal pieces and form into loaves. place the loaves into two lightly greased 9x5 inch loaf pans. cover the loaves with a damp cloth and let rise until dough reaches the pan tops, about 30 minutes. meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
bake in preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until bottom of the loaves sound hollow when tapped. place on wire racks to cool.

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

Ingredients

Servings: 12
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated romano cheese
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
salt and pepper to taste
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Quick Bread Mix

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Servings: 6
12 cups all-purpose flour
6 cups white sugar
12 teaspoons baking powder
6 teaspoons baking soda
6 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs

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mix thoroughly flour, sugar, baking powder, soda, and salt. (can be stored on the shelf for months.)
mix 3 cups baking mix, oil, eggs, and 1 cup vegetables or fruits. add flavorings, nuts, raisins, dates, etc., if desired. pour into one 8-1/2x4-1/2 inch or two 7-1/4x3-1/2 inch greased loaf pans.
bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 30 to 45 minutes.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

monkey bread iii

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Servings: 1
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
3 (12 ounce) packages refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough
1/2 cup margarine

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sprinkle nuts in bottom of a greased bundt pan.
mix cinnamon and sugar together. cut biscuits into fourths, and roll each piece in the cinnamon and sugar mixture. layer biscuits in pan.
melt butter or margarine, and dissolve the remainder of the sugar mixture in it. spoon over biscuits.
bake in a preheated 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) oven for 35 minutes. turn out a platter, and serve.

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

double tomato bruschetta

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Servings: 12
6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 french baguette
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

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preheat the oven on broiler setting.
in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

eggplant parmesan ii

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Servings: 8
3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Herb Batter Bread

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Servings: 12
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 1/4 cups warm water
2 tablespoons shortening
3 teaspoons dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon margarine, melted

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combine 2 cups flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. stir in the water, shortening, parsley, rosemary, and thyme. use an electric mixer to beat on low speed for 1 minute, scraping bowl frequently. turn mixer to medium, and beat for an additional 1 minute, scraping bowl frequently. stir in remaining 1 cup flour; mix until smooth. scrape batter from sides of bowl. cover, and let rise in warm place for 35 to 40 minutes.
grease a 9x5 loaf pan. stir down batter by beating about 25 strokes. scrape batter into greased pan; pat down with floured hands. cover pan. let dough rise in warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. do not allow dough to over-rise.
preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
bake in preheated oven until the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom, 40 to 45 minutes. brush top with margarine. remove from pan, and cool on wire rack.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Tuesday, December 29, 2015

buttermilk seed bread

Ingredients

Servings: 2
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 teaspoon white sugar
3/4 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons margarine, melted
3 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons flax seeds
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
2 cups whole wheat flour
4 cups bread flour

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in a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in the warm water. let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
combine buttermilk, butter or margarine, honey and the yeast mixture in a large bowl. add the salt, all of the seeds and the whole wheat flour. stir to combine. add the bread flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well with a wooden spoon after each addition. when the dough has pulled together, turn it out a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6 minutes.
lightly oil a large mixing bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with the oil. cover with a damp cloth and put in a warm place to rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees f). grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
deflate the dough and turn it out a lightly floured surface. divide the dough into two equal pieces and form into loaves. place the loaves into the prepared pans. cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes.
bake at 375 degrees f (190 degrees c) for about 30 minutes or until the tops are brown and the bottom of a loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

irish spicy cornbread

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Servings: 2
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/3 cup white sugar
4 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1/2 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups milk
2 eggs, beaten
4 1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce

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preheat oven and skillet to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
in a large bowl, mix together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse bread crumbs. in a small bowl, beat together milk, eggs and hot pepper sauce. stir milk mixture into the flour/cornmeal mixture until just blended. remove hot skillet from oven, spray with non-stick cooking spray and pour batter into skillet.
bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into center of loaf comes out clean.

blt

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Servings: 1
4 slices bacon
2 leaves lettuce
2 slices tomato
2 slices bread, toasted
1 tablespoon mayonnaise

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cook the bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate.
arrange the cooked bacon, lettuce, and tomato slices on one slice of bread. spread one side of remaining bread slice with the mayonnaise. bring the two pieces together to make a sandwich.

Whole Wheat Wraps

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Servings: 16
4 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup warm water

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in a large bowl, stir together flour, salt and baking powder. pour in water; stir to combine. mix in additional water in 1 tablespoon increments, until a soft pliable dough is formed.
knead briefly on a lightly floured surface. divide dough into 16 equal pieces. cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
flour each ball well, place between two pieces of wax paper and roll out to desired size and thickness.
heat an ungreased skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. peel away wax paper and grill rounds until brown flecks appear underneath. turn and cook other side. serve warm or cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.

Monday, December 28, 2015

Lavender Tea Bread

Ingredients

Servings: 12
3/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh lavender
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

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preheat the oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
combine the milk and lavender in a small saucepan over medium heat. heat to a simmer, then remove from heat, and allow to cool slightly.
in a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. beat in the egg until the mixture is light and fluffy. combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the milk and lavender until just blended. pour into the prepared pan.
bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a wooden pick inserted into the crown of the loaf comes out clean. cool in the pan on a wire rack.

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

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Servings: 12
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated romano cheese
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
salt and pepper to taste
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

butternut squash bake

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Servings: 6
1 (4 pound) butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1/3 yellow onion, minced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup italian bread crumbs
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
6 ounces crumbled blue cheese
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup italian bread crumbs

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preheat an oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
toss the squash, onion, olive oil, 1/2 cup italian bread crumbs, thyme, and blue cheese in a large mixing bowl. season with salt and pepper. pour the mixture into a large baking dish. sprinkle 1/4 cup bread crumbs over the squash.
bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned on top, 35 to 40 minutes.

Bacon Cheese Treats

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Servings: 8
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (12 ounce) jar bacon bits
1 pinch ground black pepper, or to taste
1/4 cup diced onion
2 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent roll dough

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
in a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, bacon bits, pepper and onion.
on a lightly floured surface, unroll the crescent rolls lengthwise and form into a long rectangle. thinly spread the cream cheese mixture on the dough. starting with the long edge of the rectangle, roll the dough into a long, thin roll. slice the roll into 1/4 inch thick pieces. place rolls on a lightly greased baking sheet.
bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until brown.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Sunday, December 27, 2015

basic buttermilk corn bread

Ingredients

Servings: 8
2 cups cornmeal
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 egg
2 tablespoons butter

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preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). whisk together the cornmeal, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and egg in a bowl to form a batter.
melt the butter in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat, and swirl the melted butter all over the bottom and up the sides of the skillet. let the butter heat until it gives off a faint toasted fragrance; pour the batter into the hot skillet.
place the skillet into the preheated oven, and bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.

double tomato bruschetta

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Servings: 12
6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 french baguette
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

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preheat the oven on broiler setting.
in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

cowboy jack's bread

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Servings: 8
2/3 cup brown sugar
1 (12 fluid ounce) can
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3 cups flour
1/2 cup butter, melted

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preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
beat the and brown sugar together in a mixing bowl to make a smooth mixture. add the baking powder, and gradually stir in the flour to make a smooth dough. pour the batter into the prepared pan.
bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes.
remove the bread from the oven, and pour melted butter over the top. return to the oven, and continue baking until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 10 minutes more. cool in pan 5 minutes before turning out a rack. cool bread 10 minutes more before slicing.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

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Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Saturday, December 26, 2015

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

Servings: 8
3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Maryanne's Cornbread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
3 cups biscuit baking mix
1 cup white sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
3 eggs
1 1/4 cups milk
1 cup butter, melted
2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed (optional)

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
in a large mixing bowl, combine baking mix, sugar, baking powder and cornmeal. in a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk and melted butter until creamy. stir in flour mixture until blended. fold in frozen corn if using. pour batter into prepared pan.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean. serve warm.

swedish pancakes

Ingredients

Servings: 4
4 extra large eggs, separated
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons sour cream
4 egg whites
3 tablespoons vegetable oil

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in a medium-size mixing bowl, beat yolks until thick. in a separate bowl, sift together flour, salt and sugar. add the sugar mixture and milk into the egg yolks incrementally. stir in the sour cream,
in a medium-size mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. fold the egg whiles into the batter.
heat skillet or griddle to a high temperature. place a small amount of oil on the skillet and pour about 1 tablespoon of batter the skillet, and spread the batter out evenly. brown the pancake on one side. flip pancake over when appear on surface. brown on the other side. repeat process with remaining batter.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Friday, December 25, 2015

anadama bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup molasses
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110 degrees f)
3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 teaspoon salt

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place 1/2 cup water and cornmeal in a small saucepan. bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. cook until mixture thickens; about 5 minutes. remove from heat and stir in the butter or margarine and molasses. let cool to lukewarm.
in a small mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. let sit until creamy; about 10 minutes.
in a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled cornmeal mixture with the yeast mixture; stir until well blended. add 2 cups of the flour and the salt; mix well. add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. when the dough has pulled together, turn it out a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
lightly oil a large mixing bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. cover with a damp cloth and put in a warm place to rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
deflate the dough and turn it out a lightly floured surface and form into a loaf. place the loaf in a lightly greased 9x5 inch loaf pan. cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes.
bake at 375 degrees f (190 degrees c) for about 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bottom of the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Sweet Corn Cakes

Ingredients

Servings: 1
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup masa harina
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
1/4 cup cornmeal
1/3 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder

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preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
in a medium bowl, beat butter with an electric mixer until creamy. beat in the masa harina and water until well combined.
put the corn in a blender or food processor and coarsely chop on low speed. stir the corn and the cornmeal into the butter mixture. in another bowl, mix together the sugar, cream, salt and baking powder. combine the two mixtures until well blended. pour the batter into an ungreased 8x8 pan.
cover the pan with foil and place into a 9x13 inch pan filled 3/4 inch high with hot water. bake in preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the cake comes out clean. remove small pan from water and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Thursday, December 24, 2015

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

savory onion bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons margarine
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup finely diced onion
1 tablespoon margarine
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

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preheat oven to 400 degrees f (205 degrees c). grease one 8 inch round or one 8x8 inch square pan.
combine flour, baking powder and salt, cut in 2 tablespoons of the butter until mixture is crumbly. stir in 1/2 cup of the grated cheese. make a well in the center of the mixture.
fry the onion in 1 tablespoon of the butter or margarine until clear and golden. set aside.
in a small bowl beat the egg and stir in the milk and the cooked onion. pour egg mixture into the well in the flour mixture. stir until just moistened. you will have a soft dough. pat dough into the prepared pan. sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup grated cheese over top.
bake at 400 degrees f (205 degrees c) for 25 minutes. serve hot. makes about 6 servings.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

Ingredients

Servings: 12
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated romano cheese
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
salt and pepper to taste
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

butternut squash bake

Ingredients

Servings: 6
1 (4 pound) butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1/3 yellow onion, minced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup italian bread crumbs
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
6 ounces crumbled blue cheese
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup italian bread crumbs

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preheat an oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
toss the squash, onion, olive oil, 1/2 cup italian bread crumbs, thyme, and blue cheese in a large mixing bowl. season with salt and pepper. pour the mixture into a large baking dish. sprinkle 1/4 cup bread crumbs over the squash.
bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned on top, 35 to 40 minutes.

Baked Acorn Squash By Marzetti®

Ingredients

Servings: 6
1 cup marzetti's® old fashioned caramel dip
3 acorn squash, cut into halves
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons orange juice
1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice blend
1 cup finely diced peeled apples
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup bread cubes (1/4 inch)

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f. butter a shallow baking pan and add 1/4 cup water.
place acorn squash, cut side down, into prepared pan. bake 30 to 40 minutes or until squash is tender and easily pierced with a fork. remove from oven.
in a medium bowl, combine butter, orange juice, spice, apples, pecans and bread and toss well to coat all.
spoon marzetti old fashioned caramel dip into each squash shell and spoon mixture into squash shells.
bake for 20 minutes or until lightly brown. serve warm.

Onion Bread Ii

Ingredients

Servings: 1
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons shortening
1 tablespoon minced onions
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3 1/2 cups bread flour
1/2 onion
2 tablespoons butter, melted

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in a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
stir salt, shortening, minced onions, oregano and 2 cups bread flour into yeast mixture. stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
stir dough to deflate and place it into a lightly greased 9x5 inch loaf pan. cover with a damp cloth and let rise until the top of the dough is within 1/2 inch of the top of the pan, about 40 minutes. meanwhile, preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
after loaf has risen, arrange onion slices on top of the loaf. pour melted butter over the slices and bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown. remove from pan to cool on a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Wednesday, December 23, 2015

delicious creamy spinach

Ingredients

Servings: 6
3 pounds fresh baby spinach
1 1/4 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup butter
2 small shallots, finely diced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup grated romano cheese
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs

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set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
bring about 1 inch of lightly salted water to a boil in a skillet; cook spinach in 2 batches until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. drain and rinse spinach under cold water until cool; squeeze small handfuls to remove moisture and coarsely chop.
heat milk and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until warm.
meanwhile, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat; cook and stir shallots until softened, about 5 minutes. stir in flour and cook for about 3 minutes; add warm milk and cream mixture, whisking constantly. simmer and whisk until thickened, 3 to 4 more minutes. stir in spinach and nutmeg; season with salt and black pepper.
transfer spinach mixture to a baking dish. sprinkle with romano cheese and bread crumbs.
broil in preheated oven until just browned, about 5 minutes.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

double tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

Servings: 12
6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 french baguette
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

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preheat the oven on broiler setting.
in a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. on a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Funnel Cakes Iii

Ingredients

Servings: 4
1 egg
2/3 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 1/3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 quart vegetable oil for frying
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Recipe

beat egg. mix in milk. sift flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder; beat into egg mixture until smooth.
pour oil into a heavy pan until it is 1 inch deep. heat to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
pour batter through funnel into oil with a circular motion to form a spiral. fry until lightly brown; turn over to brown the other side. cook to golden brown, and remove to drain on paper towels. sprinkle with confectioner's sugar while still warm.

Cheese And Olive Bread

Ingredients

Servings: 8
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup chopped black olives
1 loaf french bread, halved lengthwise

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
stir together butter and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy. mix in garlic powder and onion powder. then stir in cheese and olives. spread mixture evenly over french bread, and place on a baking sheet.
bake in a preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. increase heat to broil, and cook until cheese melts and bread is golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Tuesday, December 22, 2015

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

eggplant parmesan ii

Ingredients

Servings: 8
3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. place in a single layer on a baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
in a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. sprinkle basil on top.
bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

really rich banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup dark brown sugar
6 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pinch ground allspice
1 pinch salt
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. stir in the eggs one at a time, beating well with each addition. in a separate bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, nutmeg, allspice and salt. blend the flour mixture into the butter and egg mixture a bit at a time, beating well after each addition.. stir in the banana and vanilla; mixing just enough to evenly combine. pour batter into prepared pan.
bake in preheated oven for 90 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes and then turn out a wire rack to cool completely.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Monday, December 21, 2015

monkey bread with a twist

Ingredients

Servings: 15
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 (12 ounce) cans refrigerated biscuits, separated and cut into quarters
3 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
1/2 cup margarine
1 cup packed brown sugar

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preheat an oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease a tube pan.
combine the sugar and cinnamon together in a large sealable plastic bag; add the biscuit dough in batches of 6 to 8 pieces and shake to coat. alternate layers of the chopped apple and the coated dough pieces in the prepared pan.
melt the margarine in a small saucepan over medium heat; stir the brown sugar into the melted margarine. bring to a boil; cook at a boil for 1 minute, remove from heat, and pour over the apple and biscuit layers.
bake in the preheated oven until cooked through, about 35 minutes. allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning out a plate to serve.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

butternut squash bake

Ingredients

Servings: 6
1 (4 pound) butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1/3 yellow onion, minced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup italian bread crumbs
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
6 ounces crumbled blue cheese
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup italian bread crumbs

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preheat an oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
toss the squash, onion, olive oil, 1/2 cup italian bread crumbs, thyme, and blue cheese in a large mixing bowl. season with salt and pepper. pour the mixture into a large baking dish. sprinkle 1/4 cup bread crumbs over the squash.
bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned on top, 35 to 40 minutes.

pan dulces

Ingredients

Servings: 16
1 cup milk
6 tablespoons butter
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1/3 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
5 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup white sugar
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons butter, softened
2 egg yolks

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heat the milk in a small saucepan until it , then remove from heat. add the butter, stir until melted and pour into a large bowl to cool.
dissolve yeast in the milk mixture. mix in 1/3 cup sugar, salt, eggs and 2 cups flour. stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. when the dough has pulled together, turn it out a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and supple, about 8 minutes. lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
divide the dough into 16 equal pieces and form into rounds. with a rolling pin, roll the rounds into oval buns. place them two lightly greased baking sheets. cover the rolls with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes. meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
while the bread rises, make the topping: in a small bowl, stir together 1/2 cup sugar, 2/3 cup flour, butter until a crumb mixture forms. stir in the egg yolks until well blended. crumble the topping over the rolls so the entire surface is covered.
bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until sugar topping is lightly browned.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.

Sunday, December 20, 2015

indian sweet bread

Ingredients

Servings: 12
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup water
1/4 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

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in a large bowl, stir together flour, salt and water until a soft dough is formed. turn dough out a lightly floured surface and knead briefly. divide dough into golf ball size pieces and cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.
select a ball of dough and roll out until very thin but not torn. sprinkle lightly and evenly with sugar. fold up dough into a small square and roll out again until thin.
heat a lightly oiled griddle over medium heat. place the rolled dough the pan and cook for 1/2 to 1 minute on each side until golden. serve immediately. repeat until all dough balls have been rolled and cooked.

hot artichoke and spinach dip ii

Ingredients

Servings: 12
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated romano cheese
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
salt and pepper to taste
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a small baking dish.
in a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with mozzarella cheese. bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

banana banana bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
in a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. in a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out a wire rack.