6.24.2011

Banana Crumb Muffins recipe.

Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 bananas, mashed
3/4 cup white sugar
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter

Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease 10 muffin cups, or line with muffin papers.
In a large bowl, mix together 1 1/2 cups flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat together bananas, sugar, egg and melted butter. Stir the banana mixture into the flour mixture just until moistened. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups.
In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, 2 tablespoons flour and cinnamon. Cut in 1 tablespoon butter until mixture resembles coarse cornmeal. Sprinkle topping over muffins.
Bake in preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of a muffin comes out clean.

Betsy's Mandarin Orange Salad recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup white sugar
1 head red leaf lettuce - rinsed, dried and torn
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin orange segments, drained

Directions
In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, parsley, salt and pepper. Cover and shake well. Refrigerate until use.
In a medium saucepan over medium low heat, cook and stir the almonds and sugar until the sugar is melted and the almonds are coated. Remove from heat, cool, and break apart. Store at room temperature until ready to serve salad.
In a large bowl, toss together the lettuce, celery, oranges, almonds and dressing until evenly coated.

Blue Cheese and Onion recipe.

Ingredients
8 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (1 pound) loaf cocktail rye bread

Directions
In a glass dish or serving bowl, layer the blue cheese and onion. Mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, mustard powder and pepper. Pour over the blue cheese and onions, and let stand for 1 hour at room temperature to marinate. Serve on cocktail rye slices.

Beef/Mushroom Pockets recipe.

Ingredients
1 (16 ounce) package hot roll mix
1 pound ground beef
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom pieces, drained
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons water

Directions
Prepare roll mix according to package directions for pizza crust. While dough rises, brown meat in a skillet. Drain excess fat. Stir in the soup, mushrooms, onion and Worcestershire sauce. Remove from heat.
Divide the dough into eight pieces. Form each piece into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball into an 8-in. circle. Place circles on 2 lightly greased baking sheets. Divide meat mixture over eight circles. Top with cheese. Moisten edges of dough and fold in half. Press edges firmly together with a fork. Prick top of dough. Beat egg and water; brush over each pocket. Bake at 400 degrees F for about 20 minutes.

Bertolli Classico Asparagus Saute recipe.

Ingredients
3 tablespoons Bertolli� Classico™ Olive Oil
1 bunch fresh asparagus
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions
Rinse asparagus spears and pat dry. Remove rough ends with a sharp knife if necessary.
Heat Bertolli� Classico™ olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and asparagus spears; cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until asparagus is tender.
Sprinkle with Parmesan and salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Almond Mandarin Salad recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 pound bacon
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon dry hot mustard
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
1/4 cup olive oil
1 head red leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 bunch green onion, diced
3/4 cup slivered almonds

Directions
In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon until evenly brown. Drain, cool, and crumble.
To make the dressing, thoroughly blend the vinegar, honey, dry mustard, celery salt, paprika, and olive oil.
Place lettuce, oranges, green onion, bacon, and almonds in a serving bowl. Toss with dressing and serve.

Baked Brunch Omelet recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 (1 pound) loaf white bread, cut into cubes
1 1/2 pounds Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup cubed cooked ham
2 cups milk
1 pinch salt
1 dash hot pepper sauce, or to taste
1/4 cup chopped green onion

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
Place half of the bread cubes on bottom of baking pan. Sprinkle with half of the ham and then half of the cheese; repeat.
In a large bowl, beat together eggs, milk, salt, hot sauce and green onions. Pour egg mixture into pan.
Place pan on top of a baking sheet with a rim and place in oven. Pour water into baking sheet and bake for 60 minutes, or until eggs have set.

Apple-Cheddar Tossed Salad recipe.

Ingredients
10 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 cup chopped red apple
1 cup cubed Cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
HONEY DRESSING:
2/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable oil

Directions
In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, apple, cheese and walnuts. In a blender or food processor, combine the first eight dressing ingredients. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Serve with salad.

Alison's Gluten Free Bread recipe.

Ingredients
1/3 cup egg whites
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup honey
1 1/2 cups warm skim milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon xanthan gum
1/2 cup tapioca flour
1/4 cup garbanzo bean flour
1/4 cup millet flour
1 cup white rice flour
1 cup brown rice flour
1 tablespoon active dry yeast

Directions
Place ingredients in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Select cycle; press Start. Five minutes into the cycle, check the consistency of the dough. Add additional rice flour or liquid if necessary.
When bread is finished, let cool for 10 to 15 minutes before removing from pan.

Apricot Carrot Bread recipe.

Ingredients
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely shredded carrots
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/3 cup finely chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons water

Directions
In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, combine the carrots, applesauce, egg substitute and oil; add to dry ingredients and stir until blended. Stir in apricots.
Spoon into an 8-in. x 4-in. x 2-in. loaf pan coated with nonstick cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees F for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Combine confectioners' sugar and water; drizzle over bread.

Apricot and Peach Fried Pies recipe.

Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup shortening
8 ounces dried apricots
1 (6 ounce) package dried peaches
3/4 cup white sugar
2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Directions
To Make Crust: In a large bowl, mix together flour and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture is crumbly. Mix in milk and stir until dough forms a ball. Roll out dough and cut into 18 6-inch circles. Set aside.
To Make Filling: In a large saucepan, combine apricots, peaches, and sugar. Add enough water to cover fruit. Cover pan and cook over low heat until fruit is falling apart. Remove lid and continue to cook until water is evaporated.
Place oil or shortening in small high-sided skillet. Place over medium heat. Spoon equal amounts of filling into each pastry circle and fold in half. Seal pastry with a fork dipped in cold water.
Fry a few pies at a time in hot oil, browning on both sides. Drain pies on paper towels.

Barbeque Tempeh Sandwiches recipe.

Ingredients
1 cup barbecue sauce, your choice
1 (8 ounce) package tempeh, crumbled
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
4 kaiser rolls, split and toasted

Directions
Pour the barbeque sauce into a medium bowl. Crumble the tempeh into the sauce, and let it marinate a little, about 10 minutes.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the red and green peppers, and the onion. Cook, stirring frequently until tender. Stir in the tempeh and barbeque sauce, and heat through.
Spoon the tempeh mixture onto kaiser rolls, and serve.

Barbequed Steak recipe.

Ingredients
4 (1/2 pound) beef top sirloin steaks
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 ounce steak spice seasoning mix

Directions
Put oil and steak spice on a large enough platter to accommodate the steaks. Coat the steak well with the oil and spices.
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate
Grill steaks over high heat to desired doneness.

Braided Date Coffee Cake recipe.

Ingredients
2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110 degrees F to 115 degrees F)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup warm milk (110 to 115 degrees F)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped dates
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 cup apricot preserves
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons boiling water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions
In a mixing bowl, let yeast and water stand for 5 minutes. Add sugar, milk, oil, salt, eggs and 2 cups flour; beat on low 3 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl; turn once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Combine first five filling ingredients in a saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened, 7-8 minutes. Stir in preserves; let cool.
Punch dough down; divide into thirds. On a floured surface, roll each portion into a 15-in. x 6-in. rectangle. Place on greased baking sheets. Spread a third of filling down the center third of rectangles. On each long side, cut 1-1/2-in. wide strips 1-3/4 in into center. Starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes or until doubled. Bake at 375 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until browned. Cool on wire racks. Combine icing ingredients; drizzle over braids.

Beth's Spicy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup butter flavored shortening
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup raisins

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, butter flavored shortening, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt; stir into the sugar mixture. Stir in the oats and raisins. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
Bake 10 to 12 minutes until light and golden. Do not overbake. Let them cool for 2 minutes before removing from cookie sheets to cool completely. Store in airtight container. Make sure you get some, because they don't last long!

Angel Shrimp Pasta recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 cup margarine
1 onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
8 ounces jalapeno processed cheese spread
1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound angel hair pasta

Directions
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt margarine and saute onions and mushrooms; add soup and processed cheese spread and blend together.
Add shrimp and cook for about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Pour sauce over pasta and serve.

Bolognese Sauce recipe.

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 large onion, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 carrots, shredded
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can Italian plum tomatoes
6 ounces tomato sauce
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound pasta

Directions
In a large skillet, warm oil over medium heat and saute bacon, onion and garlic until bacon is browned and crisp; set aside.
In large saucepan, brown beef and pork. Drain off excess fat. Stir in bacon mixture, mushrooms, carrots, celery, tomatoes, tomato sauce, wine, stock, basil, oregano, salt and pepper to saucepan. Cover, reduce heat and simmer one hour, stirring occasionally.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Serve sauce over hot pasta.

Blue Cheese Broccoli Salad recipe.

Ingredients
2 heads fresh broccoli, with stalks
2 tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
1 cup blue cheese dressing
salt to taste
ground white pepper to taste

Directions
Cut the florets from the broccoli. With a vegetable peeler, peel the stalks, and slice 1/2 inch thick. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Immerse the broccoli florets and stalks in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes, until bright green. Drain and cool.
In a bowl, mix the broccoli, tomatoes, and blue cheese dressing. Season with salt and white pepper.

Beer-Batter Onion Rings recipe.

Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 eggs, separated
4 tablespoons butter, melted
salt to taste
3 large onions, sliced into rings
2 quarts oil for frying

Directions
Sift flour into a large bowl. In another large bowl, whisk egg yolks. Mix in beer, butter and salt. Set aside 1 cup of flour for dipping the onion rings. Slowly stir the egg yolk mixture into the remaining flour and mix well. Allow the mixture to stand 30 to 60 minutes.
Heat deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
In a small bowl, stiffly beat the egg whites. Gently combine the egg whites with the batter.
Coat each onion ring with flour and dip into batter.
Deep fry the battered rings, several at a time, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve.

Basic Flaky Pie Crust recipe.

Ingredients
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening, chilled
3 tablespoons ice water

Directions
Whisk the flour and salt together in a medium size bowl. With a pastry blender, cut in the cold shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoons ice water over flour. Toss mixture with a fork to moisten, adding more water a few drops at a time until the dough comes together.
Gently gather dough particles together into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes before rolling.
Roll out dough, and put in a pie plate. Fill with desired filling and bake.

Amish Friendship Chocolate Bread recipe.

Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 (5.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup Amish Friendship Bread Starter
1 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
In a large mixing bowl, stir together all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, chocolate pudding. Make a well in the center of this mixture. Add Amish friendship bread starter, vegetable oil, milk, eggs and vanilla extract; mix well. Pour batter into prepared loaf pans.
Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean, about 60 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before removing from pan.

Aunt Joyce's Chocolate Cake recipe.

Ingredients
3 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups warm water

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave.
Pour the melted chocolate into a large mixing bowl. Blend in the mayonnaise, vinegar and vanilla. Combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt and gradually stir into the chocolate mixture. Slowly stir in the warm water. Pour batter into prepared pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Apricot Brandy and Peach Schnapps Pound Cake recipe.

Ingredients
3 cups white sugar
1 cup butter, softened
6 eggs, beaten
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup apricot brandy
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup peach schnapps
1 cup water
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 cup apricot preserves
1/2 cup apricot brandy
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 cup almonds

Directions
Butter and flour one angle food tube cake pan. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar for 5 minutes. Add eggs one at a time. Beat well. Sift flour with soda and salt; add sour cream and brandy ending with flour. Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes.
Prepare the syrup in a sauce pan by combining the sugar, peach flavored liqueur, water and lemon zest. Boil for 1 minute.
Turn cake out onto plate and punch holes in bottom of cake with ice pick or something similar. Slowly pour all of syrup into holes until cake is penetrated and syrup is absorbed. Immediately turn cake right side up onto serving plate.
Prepare the topping/glaze by combining the apricot preserves, apricot brandy and lemon zest in a sauce pan and boiling for 1 minute. Drizzle over top of cake. Place sliced almonds on top of glaze along with a little lemon zest if desired.
Serve the cake with sliced fresh peaches and coat with 1/2 cup citrus juice. Add one basket blueberries and mix together. Pour 1/2 cup peach flavored liqueur and 1/2 cup simple syrup over fruit. (simple syrup made from 1/2 cup sugar boiled in 1 cup water for 1 minute and cooled)

Aunt Rita's Italian Stew recipe.

Ingredients
1 pound mild Italian sausage links, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 yellow summer squash, thinly sliced
2 zucchini, thinly sliced
2 carrots, thinly sliced (optional)
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (optional)
2 (14.5 ounce) cans Italian-style stewed tomatoes
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions
Cook the sausage with onion and garlic in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium heat, until the meat is browned, 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Mix in the summer squash, zucchini, carrots, mushrooms, and stewed tomatoes, reduce heat to medium-low, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and serve.

Bacon Feta Beans recipe.

Ingredients
8 slices bacon - cooked, crumbled and divided
1 (16 ounce) package frozen cut green beans
1 teaspoon minced garlic
4 ounces crumbled feta cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons water

Directions
Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly browned but only slightly crisp. Drain grease, leaving a small amount in the skillet for later use. Crumble bacon, reserving 2 tablespoons for garnish, and set aside.
Cook frozen beans in a covered, microwavable dish for about 3 minutes until thawed, but not fully cooked. Drain liquid, pat dry, and set aside.
Reheat skillet with residual bacon grease over medium-high heat. Stir in bacon and garlic until garlic is lightly golden. Add green beans and feta cheese, and season with onion powder and black pepper. Cook and stir until most of the feta cheese has melted, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish, and garnish with remaining feta cheese and crumbled bacon. Serve hot.

Bacon-Balsamic Deviled Eggs recipe.

Ingredients
4 slices bacon
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup minced red onion
2 teaspoons white sugar
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions
Place the eggs in a large pot in a single layer and fill with water to cover by 1 inch. Cover the saucepan and bring the water to a boil; immediately remove from the heat and let the eggs stand in the hot water for 15 minutes. Drain. Cool the eggs under cold running water in the sink. Peel and halve lengthwise. Separate the yolks from the whites, placing the yolks in a bowl; arrange the egg whites with the rounded side down onto a serving platter.
Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate; chop.
Mash the yolks with a fork. Add the bacon, mayonnaise, onion, sugar, vinegar, celery salt, and pepper; stir until thoroughly combined. Spoon the mixture into the egg whites. Garnish with parsley.

Asparagus Vinaigrette recipe.

Ingredients
2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
3 tablespoons dill pickle relish
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
1 cup olive oil
8 cups mixed baby greens
4 radishes, sliced
2 tomatoes, quartered

Directions
Place the eggs into a saucepan and fill with water to cover the eggs by 1 inch. Cover the saucepan and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, remove from the heat and let the eggs stand in the hot water for 15 minutes. Pour out the hot water, then cool the eggs under cold running water in the sink. Peel once cold and cut into slices; set aside.
Meanwhile, place a steamer insert into a saucepan, and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Cover, and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the asparagus, recover, and steam until just tender, 2 to 6 minutes depending on thickness.
While the asparagus is steaming, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, green bell pepper, relish, parsley, and chives in a large mixing bowl. Slowly pour in the olive oil while whisking quickly to create a dressing. Toss the hot, steamed asparagus in the dressing, then place into the refrigerator for at least an hour.
To serve, divide the baby greens onto individual plates. Divide the asparagus spears among the salads, then garnish with radish slices, egg slices, and quartered tomatoes.

Beets and Greens recipe.

Ingredients
1 bunch beets - trimmed, leaving 1 inch of stems attached, greens washed and reserved
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
sea salt (optional)
fresh-ground black pepper

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Rub the beets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and place onto prepared baking sheet. Place in preheated oven, and bake until the beets can be easily pierced with a fork, 20 to 60 minutes depending on size. When done, allow to cool on the baking sheet until cool enough to handle, then remove and discard the skin, and cut the beets into wedges or slices.
Meanwhile, cut the beet greens in to 1/4 inch wide ribbons. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion; cook and stir until it begins to turn golden brown, about 10 minutes. Once the onions have begun to caramelize, stir in the beet greens and cook until they wilt. Add the beet slices and continue cooking until heated through. Season with sea salt and pepper before serving.

Aunt Jane's Brown Bread recipe.

Ingredients
2 cups milk
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups bread flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 teaspoons baking powder

Directions
Butter and flour two 9x5 inch bread pans. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a small bowl combine milk, sugar and molasses.
Mix together whole wheat flour, regular flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder. Add to milk mixture and mix well.
Pour mixture into bread pans. Bake for 45 minutes.

All-Purpose Marinara Sauce recipe.

Ingredients
1/4 cup olive oil
1 bulb garlic, cloves separated, peeled, and sliced
4 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes, chopped
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
4 (4 ounce) cans diced green chiles
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/2 cup capers
1 cup pitted green olives, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cups portobello mushroom caps, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon habanero hot sauce
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon cumin

Directions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, and cook the garlic until lightly browned. Drain excess oil. Mix in the whole tomatoes, diced tomatoes, green chiles, tomato paste, capers, green olives, parsley, portobello mushroom caps, horseradish, habanero sauce, and sugar. Season with Italian seasoning, oregano, and cumin. Cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 25 minutes.

Best Whole Wheat Chocolate Chippers recipe.

Ingredients
2 cups brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 cups butter, softened
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 3/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup ground pecans
4 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar, white sugar, and butter until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each one. Stir in the vanilla, salt, and baking soda until well blended, then mix in the ground pecans and flour. Stir in the chocolate chips last. Try not to over mix once you add the flour.
Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets so they are about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, until the cookies are just starting to brown at the edges. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before removing to cool on wire racks.

Amalgamation Cake I recipe.

Ingredients
2 cups white sugar
1 1/2 cups butter
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon baking soda
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup raisins
1 cup flaked coconut
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups any flavor fruit jam
4 egg whites
1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
2 cups white sugar
4 egg yolks
1/2 cup butter
2 cups chopped walnuts
2 cups raisins
2 cups flaked coconut

Directions
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour 3 8-inch cake pans.
Mix flour, soda, cloves, and cinnamon; add 1 cup raisins, 1 cup nuts, and 1 cup coconut and mix well. Set aside.
Cream 2 cups sugar and 1 1/2 cups butter. Stir in jam. Add buttermilk alternately with flour mixture, mixing with a spoon, until all is used up, ending with flour mixture.
In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until they hold a peak. Fold into other mixture. Pour into prepared cake pans.
Bake approximately 30 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. Cool and frost.
To make frosting: mix 4 egg yolks until they are broken up and smooth, add 1/2 cup evaporated milk and mix together until the eggs yolks are mixed well with milk. Add rest of evaporated milk, 2 cups sugar, and 1/2 cup butter. Cook until thick and remove from heat. Stir in 2 cups nuts, 2 cups raisins, and 2 cups coconut. Cool slightly while beating mixture with a spoon. Spread on cooled cake.

Bacon Avocado Burritos recipe.

Ingredients
8 flour tortillas (7 inches)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 large ripe avocado, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups chopped green onions
1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
Salsa, ranch salad dressing or sour cream

Directions
In a bowl, beat the eggs. Dip one tortilla in eggs.
In a large skillet, cook tortilla in oil just until egg sets; turn to cook other side. Remove and place between paper towels to drain; keep warm. Repeat with remaining tortillas, adding more oil if needed.
Place cheese, avocado, onions and bacon down the center of tortillas; top with salsa, salad dressing or sour cream. Fold ends and sides over filling. If desired, filled burritos may be warmed in the microwave just before serving.

Barbecued Meatballs recipe.

Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef
1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 (18 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce

Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
In a large bowl, combine the beef, bread, onion, milk, salt and eggs. Shape into little meatballs, about 1 inch in size. Place the meatballs into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes. Pour barbecue sauce over the meatballs and bake for 35 more minutes.

Amazing Spicy Grilled Shrimp recipe.

Ingredients
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup sesame oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons hot sauce
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon Asian chile paste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 wooden skewers, soaked in water

Directions
Whisk together the olive oil, sesame oil, parsley, hot sauce, minced garlic, ketchup, chile sauce, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl. Set aside about 1/3 of this marinade to use while grilling.
Place the shrimp in a large, resealable plastic bag. Pour in the remaining marinade and seal the bag. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. Discard marinade.
Lightly oil grill grate. Cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side until opaque, basting frequently with reserved marinade.

Almond Chocolate Torte recipe.

Ingredients
2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
8 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 (.25 ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
2 cups whipping cream, whipped

Directions
Set aside 1 tablespoon almonds for garnish. Chop remaining almonds; sprinkle into a greased 9-in. springform pan. In a microwave or heavy saucepan, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar.
In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved. Beat into cream cheese mixture. Add melted chocolate; beat until blended. Fold in the whipped cream. Pour into prepared pan. Sprinkle with reserved almonds. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.