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 From DELISH this was fabulous and would have been even better if I had rolled out the puff pastry dough! Do not bother adding the second round of salt before you top it with the spinach mixture. 1   (1-lb.) salmon fillet, about 1" thick Kosher salt 2   tbsp.   extra-virgin olive oil 1   medium yellow onion, finely chopped 2   cloves garlic, finely chopped 5   oz.   baby spinach 4   oz.   cream cheese 1/2   c.   grated Parmesan 1   tsp.   dried dill 3/4   c.   panko bread crumbs, divided Freshly ground black pepper 1   (15" x 10") sheet puff pastry, room temperature (preferably Pepperidge Farm) 1   large egg, beaten to blend Step  1 Preheat oven to 400°. Generously season salmon all over with salt. Place on a plate and refrigerate until chilled, about 15 minutes. Step  2 Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil until shimmering. Add onion, garlic, and a generous pinch...

 We sampled a deliciousFig Negroni on a recent visit to Boston and I was determined to recreate it -found this recipe from IMBIBE magazine. Remember that there is 1-2 week lead time to fig-infuse your ve rmouth - but it is worth the wait!! Amp up the jamminess of the sweet vermouth in this fig Negroni from Little Mama’s Italian in Charlotte, North Carolina. 1 O Z . G I N  1 O Z . C A M PA R I  1 O Z . F I G - I N F U S E D  S W E E T  V E R M O U T H Add all the ingredients to a mixing glass with ice and stir.  Strain into rocks glass over big rock.  Garnish with a fig slice.  F I G - I N F U S E D  S W E E T  V E R M O U T H  Slice 10-15 dried figs. Add them to a jar along with one 750ml bottle of vermouth. Infuse in the refrigerator for 1- 2 weeks.  Strain out the figs and store in the refrigerator where it will keep for a 2-3 weeks.

 Kevin and our 3 1/2 yo grandson made both styles of these easy to make and delicious treats last night! A fun activity with yummy treats! Mini pretzels ( or the squares would work too) Rolo Dark Chocolate with Caramel Candy (wrappers removed) Pecan Halves Heat oven to 250°F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper or foil. Place one pretzel for each pretzel treat desired on prepared sheet. Top each pretzel with one unwrapped Rolo® Candy. Bake 3 to 5 minutes or until Rolo® caramel piece begins to soften, but not melt. Remove from oven; top with either pecan half or additional pretzel. Cool completely.

Saw this yummy recipe on the TODAY show by Chef Jessie Sheehan. They really were very easy to put together quickly and definitely read the recipe all the way through before you make them.  1/3 cup vegetable shortening 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly  1/3 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder  1 cup light brown sugar  1/4 cup molasses  2 tablespoons light corn syrup  2 teaspoons vanilla extract  1 large egg, cold  1 teaspoon baking soda  1 teaspoon kosher salt  1 tablespoon ground ginger  1 teaspoon ground cinnamon  1/4 teaspoon ground cloves  1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper  1 cup semisweet chocolate chips  1/3 cup coarsely chopped crystalized ginger, plus more as needed  2 cups all-purpose flour  1/3 cup granulated sugar, for rolling 1. Heat the oven to 350 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the shortening into the warm melted butter unt...

 From Bro mabakery and she used her best chocolate chip cookies and substituted holiday red and green M&M's. Yum!! 3/4   cup  (168 g) unsalted butter* 1   cup  (200 g) brown sugar, packed 1/4  (50 g)  cup  granulated sugar 1  egg +  1  egg yolk, room temperature 1 tablespoon  pure vanilla extract 1 3/4   cup  (220 g) all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon  baking soda 3/4 teaspoon  kosher salt + more flaky seat salt for sprinkling 1 1/2   cups  semi sweet chocolate, chopped  (I used M&M's) INSTRUCTIONS Brown the butter over medium heat, stirring constantly until the butter begins to foam and turns a golden brown, emitting a nutty aroma. Make sure you only brown the butter lightly. When butter browns the liquid evaporates off which can dry out your dough. As soon as the butter starts to turn brown and smell nutty, take it off the heat to prevent any more liquid from escaping.  Take butter ...

 Found this recipe on the website FARMHOUSEONBOONE.com  It was delicious and a great meal on a cold winter night. Served over a fun striped farfalle. 4 chicken breasts  2 tbsp butter, melted  1/2 tsp salt  1 pound pasta  Sauce   2 tbsp butter  8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced (used mixed mushrooms) 5 cloves garlic, minced  1.5 cups heavy cream (only had whole milk) 2 tbsp einkorn flour (used all purpose flour) 1/2 cup parmesan, shredded  1 tsp herbs de provence (or Italian seasoning blend) - used Italian seasoning 1/2 tsp salt  1 tsp onion powder  freshly ground black pepper, several grindings    Pound chicken breast and cut in half.  Melt butter on high heat in a cast iron or stainless steel skillet. Add chicken breasts to hot butter to sear on both sides, and sprinkle with salt on both sides. Reduce to medium heat and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until no longer pink.  While the chicken is cook...

This was a fun and delicious recipe that I modified and halved SALLY'S BAKING ADDICTION and I paired it with a homemade apple cider syrup- recipe below. 1  (12–14-ounce) loaf  French bread ,  sourdough bread , or  challah (I used a loaf of apple cider raisin bread from Wegmans - which I cubed) 6  large  eggs 1 cup  (240ml)  apple cider 1  cup (240ml)  whole milk 1/2 cup  ( 100g ) packed light or dark  brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon  fresh  orange zest 1 teaspoon   pure vanilla extract pinch  cinnamon pinch  salt Cinnamon Apples 1/4 cup  ( 4 Tbsp ;  56g )  unsalted   butter 4  medium  apples , peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch slices (about  4 cups / 500g )* 1/4 cup  (60ml)  apple cider 1/3 cup  ( 67g ) packed light or dark  brown sugar 1 teaspoon   ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon   ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon   ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon ...

 From ALLRECIPES with fabulous Alaskan Halibut that our brother in law Mike caught this summer! Yummo! ¾   cup   milk 2   teaspoons   salt ¾   cup   bread crumbs ¼   cup   grated Parmesan cheese ¼   teaspoon   ground dried thyme 4   haddock fillets ¼   cup   butter, melted Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). In a small bowl, combine the milk and salt. In a separate bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and thyme. Dip the haddock fillets in the milk, then press into the crumb mixture to coat. Place haddock fillets in a glass baking dish, and drizzle with melted butter. Bake on the top rack of the preheated oven until the fish flakes easily, about 15 minutes.

 From Liquo r.com and the same recipe on DIFFORDSGUIDE.com. Comments on the latter were using CarciofoAamara as well as trying Amaro Luciano which we will try in the future! 2   ounces   rye   whiskey 1   ounce   Averna amaro 1   dash   Angostura  bitters 1   dash   orange   bitters   (such as Regan’s) Garnish:   brandied cherry Add the rye whiskey, Averna, Angostura bitters and orange bitters into a mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a brandied cherry.

 By DELISH - as a child I remember my Grandfather loved to make turkey tetrazzini - looking for ways to use up our leftover turkey I decided to try this recipe and it will definitely be on my post turkey list! Yummo!! Cooking spray 1   lb.   spaghetti ( I broke it into fours - so 2" lengths) 6   tbsp.   butter, divided 2   cloves garlic, minced 1   lb.   sliced baby bella mushrooms 1/2   c.   white wine 1/4   c.   all-purpose flour 2   1/2   c.   low-sodium chicken broth 1   c.   heavy cream Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2   lb.   leftover roast turkey, chopped (about 5 cups) 1   c.   shredded white cheddar 1   c.   frozen peas 1   tsp.   dried oregano 1   c.   panko bread crumbs 1/2   c.   freshly grated Parmesan 2 T EVOO Step 1  Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 9”-x-13” baking dish with cooking spray. In a large pot of boiling...

 From Ina Garten this was clearly the hit of the dinner and will become a new family favorite! She also has a apple version I will need to try maybe with a roast pork. 6 cups (½-inch-diced) bread cubes from a rustic country loaf, crusts removed  2 tablespoons good olive oil  1 tablespoon unsalted butter  2 ounces pancetta, small-diced  4 cups sliced leeks, white and light green parts (4 leeks)  1½ pounds cremini mushrooms, stems trimmed and ¼-inch-sliced  1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves  1/4 cup medium or dry sherry  Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper  1/3 cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley  4 extra-large eggs  1½ cups heavy cream  1 cup chicken stock, preferably homemade  1½ cups grated Gruyère cheese (6 ounces), divided  Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.  Spread the bread cubes on a sheet pan and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until lightly browned. Set aside. Meanwhile, heat the oil and but...

We spent Thanksgiving in Boulder this year and had dinner at a friends Ashley whose older sister Courtney made this turkey and shallot gravy and it was over the top delicious - so good when we made our post Thanksgiving turkey at home I made it - we loved every delicious bite!! Makes 10 servings  3/4 cup butter, room temperature  3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley plus 3 whole sprigs  2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage plus 3 whole sprigs  2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme plus 3 whole sprigs  3/4 teaspoon salt  1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper  1 15- to 16-pound turkey, rinsed, patted dry 1 1/2 pounds shallots, peeled, halved lengthwise through root end  3 cups ( or more ) canned low-salt chicken broth ( I used turkey broth)  1 cup dry white wine  2 tablespoons all purpose flour    Mix butter, chopped parsley, chopped sage, chopped thyme, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in medium bowl to blend. (Can be prepar...

 From DELISH this was easy and delicious especially for a cold fall night. Will definitely make it again. I doubled the carrot amount and people still wanted more ...so next time triple...we also served it with a crispy warm baguette. Not e this recipe serves 8-10 -we halved it. 1   (3- to 4-lb.) beef brisket ( or a chuck roast) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2   tbsp.   neutral oil 1   1/2   lb.   baby potatoes, halved 4   large carrots, peeled and cut into 2" pieces 2   shallots, sliced into 1/4"-thick rounds 4   c.   apple cider 1   1/2   c.   low-sodium beef or chicken broth  6   sprigs thyme 2   bay leaves 3/4   tsp.   cayenne pepper Preheat oven to 325°. Pat brisket dry with paper towels; season all over with salt and black pepper.  In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add brisket and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes per side...

 From DELISH - I needed a easy and quick dish to gift a friend for dinner. This was perfect. Originally I was going to halve the recipe originally then decided to make the full recipe so bought a second cheese tortellini a different brand -- I found the Buitoni larger ones were softer and more cooked through. 2   tbsp.   extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for baking dish 1   onion, chopped 3   garlic cloves, minced 1   1/2   lb.   ground beef 1/2   c.   dry red wine, such as cabernet or merlot 2   tbsp.   tomato paste 1   (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes 1   tsp.   dried oregano Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2   (9-oz.) packages refrigerated cheese tortellini 2   c.   shredded mozzarella 2   tbsp.   freshly grated Parmesan 1/4   c.   Freshly sliced basil, for garnish Step  1 Preheat oven to 350° and grease a large baking dish with oil. In a large pot over me...