Tag Archive | Cooking Thought
Cooking Thoughts: February 18th 2013
Today is National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day! 1 1/2 pounds flounder fillets1 cup crabmeat – drained, flaked and cartilage removed1 tablespoon finely chopped green bell pepper1/4 teaspoon ground dry mustard1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon saltground white pepper, to taste3 crushed saltine crackers1 egg white1 tablespoon mayonnaise1/4 cup butter, melted1 egg yolk5 tablespoons mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon paprika1 tablespoon […]
Cooking Thought: February 1st 2013
Today is National Baked Alaska Day! 2 quarts vanilla ice cream, softened 1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 8 egg whites 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup white sugar Line the bottom and sides of an 8-inch round mixing bowl or deep 8-inch square container […]
Cooking Thought: January 31st 2013
Today is National Brandy Alexander Day 1 tablespoon brandy 1 tablespoon creme de cacao 1 1/2 cups milk 1 pint French vanilla ice cream 1/4 cup sweetened whipped cream 1 pinch ground cinnamon In the container of a blender, combine the brandy, creme de cacao, milk and ice cream. Process until smooth. Serve in glasses topped […]
Cooking Thought: January 28th 2013
Today is National Blueberry Pancake Day! Dry ingredients: 2 cups all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 Tbsp sugar Other ingredients: 2 large eggs 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 cup milk 3 Tbsp warm melted butter 1 cup blueberries Butter or vegetable oil 1 Whisk together the dry ingredients […]
Cooking Thought: January 27th 2013
Today is National Chocolate Cake Day! Warm Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding Cake cooking spray 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup creamy peanut butter 3/4 cup sour cream 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1 teaspoon almond extract 2 tablespoons boiling water 3/4 cup white sugar […]
Cooking Thought: January 26th 2013
Today is National Peanut Brittle Day! Peanut Brittle Cookies 3/4 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup butter or margarine 1/2 cup chunky peanut butter 2 eggs 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 cup See’s Peanut Brittle (crushed) Cream together brown sugar, sugar and butter. Add peanut butter and eggs […]
Cooking Thought: January 22nd 2013
Today is National Blonde Brownie Day! Anyone remember when Apple Bee’s had the Blonde? It was awesome and I miss it! 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/3 cup butter, melted 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 egg, beaten 1 tablespoon vanilla […]
Cooking Thought: January 20th 2013
Today is National Cheese Lover’s Day! Quick Beer Cheese Soup Ingredients: 2 cans cream of celery soup 1 cup beer, any kind 16 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 1/4 tsp. paprika croutons or toasted baguette slices Preparation: Put all ingredients in slow cooker except bread or croutons; cover and cook on high […]
Cooking Thought: January 19th 2013
Today is National Popcorn Day Chocolate Pretzel & Cherry Popcorn Balls 6 heaping cups popped corn 1/4 cup agave nectar or honey 1/4 cup creamy natural peanut butter or almond butter, at room temperature 2 tablespoons finely chopped dark chocolate-covered pretzels 2 tablespoons finely chopped dried cherries Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax […]
Cooking Thought: January 18th 2013
Today is National Peking Duck Day Prep Time: 10 hours, 10 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes Total Time: 11 hours, 20 minutes Ingredients: One 5 to 6 pound duck 8 cups water 1 slice ginger 1 scallion, cut into halves 3 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1 tablespoon sherry 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch, […]
Cooking Thought: January 15th 2013
Today is National Strawberry Ice Cream Day! Almond Dacquoise with Strawberry Ice Cream For meringue layers 1 1/4 cups whole blanched almonds (7 oz) 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 6 large egg whites 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 teaspoon vanilla 3/4 teaspoon almond extract For filling 3 cupsfresh strawberry ice cream […]
Cooking Thought: January 11th 2013
Today is National Marzipan Day! 2 cups confectioners’ sugar 1/2 pound finely ground blanched almonds 2 egg whites 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Blend the confectioner’s sugar, finely ground almonds, egg whites, salt ,and almond extract in a blender until perfectly blended. Chill covered 24 hours to harden.
Cooking Thought: January 11th 2013
Today is National Hot Toddy Day! Obey the drinking age in your region and drink responsibly! 1 teaspoon honey 2 fluid ounces boiling water 1 1/2 fluid ounces whiskey 3 whole cloves 1 cinnamon stick 1 slice lemon 1 pinch ground nutmeg Pour the honey, boiling water, and whiskey into a mug. Spice it with the […]
Cooking Thought: January 10th 2013
Today is National Bittersweet Chocolate Day! Bittersweet Chocolate-Bourbon Pops 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3-1/2 oz. bittersweet chocolate (70% to 72%), chopped 2 Tbs. Dutch-processed cocoa powder 1/8 tsp. table salt 2 Tbs. good-quality bourbon (like Knob Creek) Put the sugar, chocolate, cocoa powder, salt, and 2 cups water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil […]
Cooking Thought: January 9th 2013
Today is National Apricot Day! Fruit Stuffed Pork Loin 3/4 cup chopped pitted prunes 3/4 cup chopped dried apricots 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon grated orange zest 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon salt and ground black pepper to taste 1 (4 pound) boneless pork loin roast, butterflied 1/4 cup packed brown […]
Cooking Thought: January 8th 2013
Today is National English Toffee Day! 1 lb. butter, no substitutes2 c. white sugar5 tbsp. water1/2 c. slivered almonds1 tsp. salt Melt butter slowly in heavy pan; add sugar, water, salt, and nuts. Turn to high heat. Stir constantly until soft crack stage. Remove from heat add 2 teaspoons vanilla. Pour in greased cookie sheet. Spread […]
Cooking Thought: January 7th 2013
Today is National Tempura Day! For dipping sauce 1/4 cup dashi 1/2 cup light soy sauce 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, finely grated (from about 3/4-inch piece) 1/2 cup daikon radish, finely grated (from about 4 1/2-inch piece) 1/4 cup mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine) For tempura 10 green beans, trimmed 12 large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail […]
Cooking Thought: January 6th 2013
Today is National Shortbread Day! Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour Preparation: Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy; gradually stir in flour until well blended. Spread or pat in an ungreased 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Bake at 300° for 30 to 40 minutes, until just lightly browned. […]
Cooking Thought: January 5th 2013
Today is National Whipped Cream Day Cinnamon Whipped Cream 2 cup(s) Heavy Cream, cold 3/4 cup(s) Confectioners’ Sugar 1 teaspoon(s) Ground Cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon(s) Vanilla Extract In a large bowl, using a mixer set on medium-high speed, beat the cream, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Do not overbeat.
Cooking Thought: January 4th 2013
Today is National Spaghetti Day! Italian Sausage Spaghetti Recipe INGREDIENTS 1 large (7 to 8 inch link) Italian sweet sausage 1 large Italian hot and spicy sausage 1 yellow onion, chopped 2 cloves of garlic 3/4 large (28 oz) can of whole tomatoes Olive oil 1 lb (16 oz) spaghetti pasta Salt Grated Parmesan cheese […]
Cooking Thought: January 3rd 2013
Today is National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day! Make your own chocolate covered cherries. They are way better than store bought! 60 maraschino cherries with stems 3 tablespoons butter, softened 3 tablespoons corn syrup 2 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar 1 pound chocolate confectioners’ coating Drain cherries and set on paper towels to dry. In a medium bowl, […]
Cooking Thought: January 2nd 2013
Today is National Cream Puff Day! Hungarian Cream Puffs Ingredients: 1 cup water 4 ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 large eggs 1 cup heavy cream, whipped and sweetened to taste 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled slightly Preparation: Note: Click on the blue […]
Cooking Thought: December 29th 2012
Today is National Chocolate Again Day… I think someone ran out of ideas… Chocolate – Pate Du Chocolate With Creme Anglaise 4 ounces semisweet chocolate 1/2 cup butter 5 egg yolks 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1-1/2 cups whipping cream Creme Anglaise (recipe follows) Toasted sliced almonds . Melt chocolate with […]
Cooking Thought: December 28th 2012
Today is: Eat Vegetarian Day and National Chocolate Day! Combine them and get the best of both worlds! Vegetarian Chili with Chocolate Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch dice 2 tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice, or one 16-ounce can whole […]
December 27th 2012
Today is National Fruit Cake Day! Ingredients 1 cup red candied cherries 1 cup green candied cherries 1 cup red candied pineapple 1 cup green candied pineapple 2 cups mixed candied fruit 4 cups pecans, chopped 4 cups flour 1 pound butter, softened 1 1/2 cups sugar 6 large eggs 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon […]
Cooking Thought: December 23rd 2012
Today is National Pfeffernuesse Day “What is that?”, you ask. Why it’s a tasty little biscuit with ground nuts! A traditional German Christmas cookie! 1/2 cup molasses 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup shortening 1/4 cup margarine 2 eggs 4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup white sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom 1 […]
Cooking Thought: December 22nd 2012
Today is National Date Nut Bread Day 1 1/2 cups dates, pitted and chopped 2 1/4 cups boiling water 3 teaspoons baking soda 1 cup chopped walnuts 2 cups white sugar 3 tablespoons margarine 2 eggs, beaten 1 teaspoon salt 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Combine baking soda with the boiling water. […]
Cooking Thought: Decembe 21st 2012
Today is National French Fried Shrimp Day! 2 lbs. uncooked shrimp, shelled and deveined 1 c. sifted regular flour 1/2 tsp. sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 1 c. water 2 tbsp. shortening, melted 1 egg Oil for deep frying With a sharp knife slit shrimp deeply down back without cutting all the way through. Wash shrimp thoroughly […]
Cooking Thought: December 20th 2012
Today is National Sangria Day AND National Fried Shrimp Day Right now, I feel like Paula Deen in the dairy section of the grocery store… Classic Spanish Sangria 1 lemon 1 lime 1 orange 1 1/2 cups rum 1/2 cup white sugar 1 (750 milliliter) bottle dry red wine 1 cup orange juice Have the fruit, rum, […]
Cooking Thought: December 19th 2012
Today is Oatmeal Muffin Day! Try these for Christmas breakfast! 2 cups sifted all purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. cloves 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups milk 1/2 cup butter 1/4 cup quick cooking rolled oats 3 tablespoons molasses Preheat oven to 350°F. […]
Cooking Thought: December 18th 2012
Today is National Roast Suckling Pig Day Gross! Make this instead. 2 tablespoons adobo seasoning 1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons celery salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 (4 pound) boneless pork shoulder roast, butterflied 6 slices bacon 9 green onions kitchen twine Prepare the grill for indirect heat. […]
Cooking Thought: December 17th 2012
Today is National Maple Syrup Day! Grandma’s Pumpkin Pie Preheat oven to 350°. Whisk 1 1/2 cups canned pure pumpkin and 2 large eggs to blend well in a medium bowl. Add 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (preferably Grade B), 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger,and 1/4 tsp. kosher salt; whisk […]
Cooking Thought: December 12th 2012
Today is National Ambrosia Day I’ve never been a fan. 2 cans pineapple chunks, drained 2 cans mandarin oranges, drained 2 jars maraschino cherries, drained 1 can coconut flakes 1/2 bag mini marshmallows 4 oz. sour cream 16 oz. Cool Whip Combine sour cream and Cool Whip. Fold in all other ingredients. Chill covered for at […]
Cooking Thought: December 11th 2012
Today is National Noodle-Ring Day Make something new for dinner… 1 c noodles 1/2 tsPaprika 3 tbButter 1/4 lbCheese, swiss 1/2 tsSalt 2 Egg; well beaten Salt 3 tbFlour 3 cWater; boiling 1 1/2 cmilk Boil the noodles in salted water and cook about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and put into a well-greased ring mold. […]
Cooking Thought: December 9th 2012
Today is National Pastry Day! Go make your favorite cupcake and fill it with this fabulous pastry cream! 2 cups milk 1/4 cup white sugar 2 egg yolks 1 egg 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/3 cup white sugar 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract In a heavy saucepan, stir together the milk and 1/4 cup […]
Cooking Thought: December 8th 2012
Today is National Brownie Day! Fun Fact: I think brownies are just ok… Here’s a fun idea: Brownie in a mug 4 Tablespoons Flour 4 Tablespoons Sugar 2 Tablespoons Cocoa powder (Note: don’t use cocoa mix or quik, it shouldn’t have any sugar) 2 Tablepsoons Vegetable Oil (Don’t use one with a strong flavor, eg olive, […]
Cooking Thought: December 4th 2012
Today is National Cookie Day! Get your holiday cookie on and make ginger bread cookies 1 1/2 cups dark molasses 1 cup packed brown sugar 2/3 cup cold water 1/3 cup shortening 7 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground allspice 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cloves […]
December 3rd 2012
Sorry! I’ve been sick! Catching up: Today is National Ice Cream Box Day! Eat it Fresh! Coconut Ice Cream 1 cup milk 1 (14 ounce) can cream of coconut 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut (optional) Combine the milk and cream of coconut in the container of a food processor or […]
Cooking Thought: November 28th 2012
Today is National French Toast Day 4 eggs 2/3 cup milk 2 teaspoons of cinnamon 8 thick slices of 2-day-old bread, better if slightly stale Butter Maple syrup Beat eggs, milk, and cinnamon together. If using, add orange zest and/or Triple Sec. Whisk until well blended. Pour into a shallow bowl. Dip each slice of bread […]
Cooking Thought: November 26th 2012
Today is National Bavarian Cream Pie Day I’ve never had Bavarian Cream Pie… 1 1/2 (.25 ounce) packages unflavored gelatin 8 tablespoons cold water 9 tablespoons white sugar 2 1/4 tablespoons cornstarch 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups milk 3/4 cup vanilla ice cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups heavy whipping cream 1 (9 inch) pie crust, […]
Cooking Thought: November 25th 2012
Today is National Parfait Day Easy, easy, EASY parfait recipe~uber tasty. 2 cups vanilla yogurt 1 cup granola 8 blackberries In a large glass, layer 1 cup yogurt, 1/2 cup granola and 4 blackberries. Repeat layers.
Cooking Thought: November 24th 2012
Today is National Espresso Day! It’s also National Sardine Day but who the hell cares? The Following recipe is for 21 years and up only! 1 ozcold espresso 1 1/2 oz Absolut® vodka 1 1/2 oz Kahlua® coffee liqueur 1 oz white creme de cacao Pour ingredients into shaker filled with ice, shake vigorously, and strain […]
Cooking Thought: November 23rd 2012
Today is National Cashew Day! The holidays are coming so fix up a nice Cashew Brittle! ROYAL CASHEW BRITTLE 1 c. sugar 1/2 c. light corn syrup 1/2 c. water 1 c. chopped raw cashews 1/4 tsp. salt 1 tbsp. butter 1 tsp. vanilla 1/4 tsp. baking soda Lightly grease cookie sheet; set aside. In saucepan […]
Cooking Thought: November 21st 2012
Today is National Stuffing Day! Spice up your Thanksgiving stuffing with this tasty recipe. 1 1/2 cups cubed whole wheat bread 3 3/4 cups cubed white bread 1 pound ground turkey sausage 1 cup chopped onion 3/4 cup chopped celery 2 1/2 teaspoons dried sage 1 1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1 Golden […]
Cooking Thought: November 19th 2012
Today is National Carbonated Beverage with Caffeine Day I think they’re reaching here… Ok, get ya a coke and make this: 2 pounds ground beef 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 can beef broth 1 envelope onion soup mix 1 tablespoon chili powder 2 teaspoons cumin 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 16 ounces tomato sauce 15 ounces kidney beans, […]
Cooking Thought: November 16th 2012
Today is National Fast Food Day I’m not convinced that this is something that should be celebrated… Here’s some facts: Most restaurants do offer some healthful and lower-calorie choices on their regular and children’s menus, but unhealthy options are the default. Just 12 of 3,039 possible kids’ meal combinations met nutrition criteria for preschoolers; 15 met […]
