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Written By: kittencal on August 31, 2009 One Comment
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Taken from my “Favorite Desserts” folder!

Servings 8

Instructions:

1/4 cup butter softened

2/3 cup pecan halves

2/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed

1 prepared double pie crust (you will need 2 crusts)

6 cups cooking apples, peeled and sliced (about 1-1/2 pounds)

juice of 1 whole lemon

1/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, or to taste

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

    Instructions:———————————————

    1. Spoon butter in bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
    2. Arrange pecan halves around bottom of pan.
    3. Sprinkle 2/3 cup brown sugar over pecans.
    4. Press one of the prepared pie crusts into bottom and along sides of the pan over the pecans and sugar then trim off excess pastry.
    5. In a bowl toss the sliced apples with lemon juice.
    6. Combine 1/3 cup brown sugar and remaining ingredients; toss gently then mix in with the apples.
    7. Spoon the apple mixture evenly over the crust in the pie pan.
    8. Top with remaining pie pastry then fold edges over and flute.
    9. Prick the crust a few times with a fork.
    10. Bake in a preheated 450 degrees F for 10 minutes.
    11. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and continue baking for another 30-40 minutes.
    12. Cool 5 minutes, then turn the pie upside down on a pie plate.

    Written By: kittencal on August 31, 2009 No Comment
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    A long time favorite and this makes a great breakfast on a cold winter’s morning!… make this as sweet as you like by adjusting the brown sugar

    Servings 2

    • 1/2 cup milk (or use light cream)
    • 1/2 cup water
    • 1/4 cup apple juice (or use 3/4 cup apple juice)
    • 1-2 small apples, peeled and cored and finely chopped
    • 2/3 cup rolled oats
    • 2-3 tablespoons brown sugar, or to taste
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • milk or light cream

    Instructions:————————————————-

    1. Place half and half cream, water, apple juice, chopped apples, rolled oats, brown sugar and cinnamon in a large microwave-safe bowl stir with a spoon.
    2. Microwave on HIGH and cook until thickened and bubbly removing one or two times to stir.
    3. Divide into two bowls.
    4. Serve hot or warm then topped with milk or light cream and sprinkled with more brown sugar if desired.

    Written By: kittencal on August 31, 2009 No Comment
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    Adding in 1 cup frozen thawed peas or corn is a great addition to this casserole, I also like to add in some cayenne pepper

    Servings 6-8

    INGREDIENTS:
    1/2 cup butter

    2 medium onions, chopped

    1 large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped

    1 large celery rib, diced

    1/2 teaspoon dried sage

    1 teaspoon poultry seasoning, or to taste

    6 garlic cloves, finely chopped (can use less)

    1/2 pound fresh sauteed sliced mushrooms (or can use a can of sliced drained mushrooms)

    6 cups soft breadcrumbs, firmly packed

    1 teaspoon baking powder,

    3 eggs, slightly beaten

    6 cups soft breadcrumbs, well packed

    2-1/2 cups diced cooked chicken (can use more)

    1 cup chicken broth (more if needed)

    salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

    1/4 cup melted butter (can use more butter)

    grated Parmesan cheese

    INSTRUCTIONS:———————————————

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

    Butter an 11 x 7-inch or a 13 x 9-inch baking dish or any size that will hold the stuffing (only grease the dish with butter or margarine not cooking spray).

    In a skillet melt butter over medium-high heat.

    Add in onions,  green pepper, celery, sage and poultry seasoning until softened (this may take about 6 minutes).

    Add in garlic and cook for 2 minutes.

    Mix in the sauteed mushrooms then remove from heat to cool slightly.

    Mix the baking powder, eggs, breadcrumbs and diced chicken.
    Add in the chicken both; toss co combine (if the mixture seems dry add in more chicken broth).
    Season with salt and pepper, adding in more sage and poultry seasoning to taste if needed.
    Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish

    Sprinkle the top with melted butter, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

    Cover with foil and bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

    Uncover and bake for another 20 minutes.

    You will also find this recipe on Recipezazz.com

    Written By: kittencal on August 31, 2009 No Comment
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    This brine is enough for up to a 20-pound whole turkey and will produce the most juiciest and delicious bird and you will taste only the turkey not any extra herbs or flavorings that are added in to some brines, you may omit the garlic but I strongly suggest to add it, only kosher salt for this!

    Yield 32 cups

    Ingredients:

    • 32 cups warm water (2 gallons)
    • 1 cup kosher (must use kosher salt ONLY)
    • 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar (well-packed)
    • 2 tablespoons black peppercorns (can use 1 tablespoon coarse ground black pepper)
    • 3-4 tablespoons fresh coarsely chopped garlic (or slice the cloves into thirds)
    • 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce (optional)
    • 1 whole turkey (up to 20 pounds)

    Instructions:—————————————————

    1. In a large bucket or container mix together the warm water with brown sugar and salt; stir until no salt and sugar granules remain in the water (make certain to use very warm water so that the salt and sugar will dissolve easily and completely).
    2. Add in Worcestershire sauce, peppercorns, and garlic; stir until the worcestershire sauce is combined.
    3. Cool the water until almost room temperature.
    4. Wash the turkey inside and out with cold water, then place in the brine (if the brine does not quite cover the turkey, then place it breast-side up to start, then turn it over after a couple of hours later).
    5. Place in refrigerator for 24 hours,.
    6. Remove the turkey from the brine and rinse the turkey thoroughly under cold running water.
    7. Pat dry and continue with desired turkey recipe.
    8. You will also find this recipe on Recipezazz.com

    Written By: kittencal on August 30, 2009 No Comment
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    Servings 8

    INGREDIENTS:

    2 cups canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained

    2 lbs ground beef

    1/2 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste

    1 (1-1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix or see my Kittencal’s Taco Seasoning Mix

    1 large onion,  finely chopped (or use 2 medium onions)

    1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped

    2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic, or to taste

    1-2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped

    seasoning salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

    1- 1/2 to 2 cups salsa (or to taste)

    1/2 cup diced chiles (or to taste)

    2 cups grated Monterey jack cheese( or to taste)

    1-1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese (or to taste)

    6-10 flour tortillas

    INSTRUCTIONS:—————————————

    Brown the meat with cayenne pepper, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, jalapeno peppers and taco seasoning mix; drain fat, then season with salt and pepper.

    Add in chilies and salsa; stir into beans.

    Stir in grated cheeses; mix well.

    Spoon into flour tortilla then fold.

    Wrap each burrito in foil then place onto a baking sheet (or you may place the burritos into a greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish and cover with foil).

    Bake for 20 minutes in a 350 degrees F preheated oven.

    Written By: kittencal on August 30, 2009 One Comment
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    The secret ingredient here is the baking powder so do not omit and don’t overcook the eggs!
    INGREDIENTS:
    3-4 large eggs

    1/8 teaspoon baking powder (this will create a fluffy omelet)

    2 tablespoons whipping cream (unwhipped)

    salt and pepper

    2 tablespoons butter (can use more or less!)

    1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (can use more)

    1 green onion, finely chopped (optional)

    INSTRUCTIONS:——————————————————

    In a small bowl whisk together eggs, baking powder, cream, green onions, salt and pepper until frothy.

    Heat an 8-inch skillet over medium heat until your hands feel warm when held about 2-inches above the surface; add in butter and swirl to coat the bottom of the pan evenly.

    Pour the whisked eggs into the skillet; let set slightly.

    Using a heat-proof spatula, push eggs from edge towards the center; tilt pan to let egg fill the spaces.

    Repeat until omelet if JUST set (about 1-2 minutes).

    Sprinkle the grated cheese down the center of the omelet.

    Using the same spatula, gently fold the omelet over the cheese.

    Tilt skillet and slide the filled omelet onto a serving plate (don’t worry if you tear the eggs slightly!

    You will also find this recipe on Recipezazz.com

    Written By: kittencal on August 30, 2009 No Comment
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    If you have a sweet tooth you will love these!
    Servings 6-8

    Ingredients:

    • 3 lbs small sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into about 1-1/2-inch cubes (or may be sliced into wedges)
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/3 cup butter
    • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1/4 cup cornsyrup

    Instructions:——————————————-

    1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
    2. Grease an 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
    3. Place the potato cubes into the baking dish and toss with salt.
    4. In a small saucepan combine the butter, brown sugar with cinnamon and corn syrup over low heat stir until butter has melted and ingredients are combined (do not allow to boil).
    5. Pour over the cubed sweet potatoes and toss to coat.
    6. Bake uncovered for about 45 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are just fork tender (do not cook until soft and mushy, cooking time will depend on the size you cut the potatoes).

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