Ingredients

• 6 oz. amaretti (about 3 cups) or shortbread cookies
• 1/2 cup hazelnuts
• 5 Tbsp. butter, melted
feeds@yuku.com (onewildcat) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/9173 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:49:03 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/9172/t/Peppercorn-Crusted-Ham.html

Ingredients

• 1 6- to 8-lb. cooked, bone-in spiral-sliced ham
• 1 12-oz. jar apricot preserves
• 3/4 cup Dijon-style mustard
• 1 to 2 Tbsp. whole pink or mixed peppercorns
• 1/2 cup snipped... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (onewildcat) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/9172 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:46:39 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/9050/t/Bacon-Wrapped-Burgers.html Ingredients:
  • 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 6 hamburger buns, split

  Directions:

  • Preheat a grill for high heat.
  • In a large... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (Wolfmanont) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/9050 Wed, 18 Mar 2009 06:32:40 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/9009/t/Meatloaf.html

    Meatloaf Recipe

    2 lbs. lean ground beef
    1 lg. onion, chopped
    1 1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
    1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
    1 large... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (Wolfmanont) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/9009 Thu, 12 Mar 2009 03:17:19 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8989/t/Ceasar-Salad.html Ceasar Salad is undoubtedly the most popular of all the salads. Hence, the name fitted for royalty. It has gained popular acceptance mainly because it has the taste and texture you can actually enjoy. In other words, it does not taste like most healthy food should. Listed below are two amazing recipes and takes on the well-loved salad.

    CEASAR SALAD (From Recipe Source.com)

    4 ounces anchovies
    
    3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
    
    2 ounces garlic -- chopped
    ... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (Wolfmanont) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8989 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 02:20:52 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8986/t/Tex-Mex-Pizza-.html Ingredients Required

    • 1 12 inch Thin Crust Dough shell (uncooked)
    • 2 large tomatoes, diced
    • 1 tbls. chopped jalapeno pepper
    • 4 green onions, chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
    • 2 tbls. grated parmesan cheese
    • 1 avocado, chopped
    • 1/2 cup sour cream
    • 2 tbls. chopped cilantro, preferably fresh
    
    Step... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (RyanED) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8986 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 17:27:06 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8984/t/Apple-Brandy-Chicken.html Ingredients:

    • 4 chicken breast halves
    • salt and pepper
    • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
    • 2 teaspoons olive oil
    • 2 teaspoons butter
    • 1/3 cup apple brandy, such as Apple Jack or Calvados
    • 4 green onions, chopped
    • 1/2 cup whipping cream or heavy cream
    • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried leaf thyme

    Preparation:

    Flatten chicken; place chicken breast halves... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (onewildcat) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8984 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 16:35:33 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8983/t/Potato-Broccoli-Pudding.html Ingredients:

    • 1 pound potatoes, (about 3 to 4 med)
    • 1 1/2 pounds broccoli, (1 bunch)
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 1 1/2 cups chopped green onions (scallions)
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • salt and pepper, to taste
    • 1 cup grated cheese, cheddar, Swiss, etc.

    Preparation:

    Cook the potatoes in boiling water. Drain and let dry; put through a potato ricer. Set aside.... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (onewildcat) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8983 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 16:32:27 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8935/t/Southern-Fried-Chicken.html Ingredients

    1/2 cup kosher salt (do not use table salt for brining)
    2 quarts cold water
    1 three-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
    1 quart buttermilk
    1 pound lard
    1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
    1/2 cup country ham pieces, or 1 thick slice country ham cut into 1/2-inch strips
    1 cup all-purpose flour
    2 tablespoons cornstarch
    1 teaspoon salt
    1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

    Procedures

    1. To... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (Wolfmanont) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8935 Thu, 05 Mar 2009 12:38:59 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8912/t/Pot-Roast.html

    Ingredients

    • 1 (3-4 lb) beef chuck roast, trimmed fat (3-4 pounds)
    • kosher salt
    • black pepper, freshly ground
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    ... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (Wolfmanont) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8912 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 09:48:06 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8892/t/Creamy-Tomatoe-Soup.html

    This is a basic comfort recipe that's almost as easy to make as the condensed variety but is much, much tastier. Needless to say, it pairs well with a grilled cheese sandwich.

    INGREDIENTS
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
    • 1 medium feeds@yuku.com (Wolfmanont) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8892 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:41:16 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8881/t/Spicey-Potatoes-and-Scrambled-Eggs.html INGREDIENTS
      
      • 2 potatoes, scrubbed
      • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
      • 3 eggs
      • salt and pepper to taste
      • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
      • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
      • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
      • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
      • 1/2 teaspoon salt

      DIRECTIONS

      1. Poke potatoes with a fork so that their skins are pierced. Microwave potatoes on high until... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (Wolfmanont) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8881 Sat, 28 Feb 2009 08:01:18 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8867/t/Shrimp-Clam-and-Bacon-Chowder-.html
         
         Shrimp, Clam and Bacon Chowder:
         
         Ingredients:
         
         5 Slices Bacon, diced
         ½ Heads Celery, diced
         1 Yellow Onions, diced
         1Qt Fumet or Clam Juice
         2 C Milk
         2 C Cream
         2oz Butter
         2oz Flour
         1 Large Idaho Potato, peeled & diced
         ¼ lb. Shrimp, chopped
         2 C Chopped Clams, rinsed
         1 C Corn
         2 T Chopped Fresh Herbs (parsley, oregano, thyme)
         ... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (Wolfmanont) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8867 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 11:33:31 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8796/t/CHOCOLATE-COBBLER.html CHOCOLATE COBBLER

         1 c butter

         2 1/2 c sugar, divided

         1 1/2 c self-rising flour

         ¾ c milk

         2 t vanilla

         1/2 c cocoa

         3/4 c warm to hot water (out of tap)

         Place butter in a 9 X 13-inch baking pan. Place in 350 F oven for about 5 minutes to melt; remove from oven and set aside. Combine in a bowl 1 1/2 c sugar, flour, milk and vanilla; stir to mix... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (chinche513) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8796 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 15:12:06 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8781/t/Raspberry-Vinaigrette-Chicken.html
         Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar
         
         1 Red onion
         
         Olive oil or vegetable oil(your preference)
         
         Cut about 1/3rd of the red onion into long thin strips(unless you prefer minced)
         
         Coat 6"-10" pan in the oil of your choice, add onion to pan, coat top of the onions with approximately 1 TBSP of the Raspberry vinegar and sautee on med to med-low setting
         
         Cut chicken into fillets or strips, add... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (keldoran23) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8781 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 10:27:59 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8677/t/Hershey-Valentine-Recipes.html Chocolate Sweetheart Cakes for Two

         Ingredients: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar 3 tablespoons HERSHEY'S Cocoa 1/2 teaspoon baking soda ... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (onewildcat) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8677 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 19:47:44 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8676/t/Valentine-Cookies.html 1. Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter 2 cups sugar 2 large eggs 4 2/3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (onewildcat) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8676 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 19:44:12 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8536/t/Chicken-and-Rice.html Got to experimenting tonight after reading a few rice pilaf recipes. Chicken Breasts Basil 1 tbspn or to taste Italian Seasoning 1 tbspn or to taste Salt 1/2 tspn or to taste Rice 1 cup Green Peas ... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (Ven Dragnborn) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8536 Sun, 11 Jan 2009 20:29:03 GMT http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8490/t/Chicken-Bean-and-Cheese-Burrito-Casserole.html This burrito recipe is perfect for a party or when you have a lot of mouths to feed. Serves 8-12. 2 chicken breasts 1 onion, chopped fine 4 garlic cloves, minced 3 tablespoons olive oil one 1-pound cans black, pinto, or pink beans, rinsed and drained 1 can refried beans 1 cup tomato sauce 2 teaspoons ground cumin 4 fresh or pickled jalapeño chilies if desired, seeded and chopped... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (onewildcat) http://wildcatsplayground.yuku.com/topic/8490 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:06:28 GMT