tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11894512909582487912024-03-20T01:18:15.085-07:00ALL RECIPESAl Dente Divahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04920372504742876595noreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1189451290958248791.post-87367066631248096102019-05-30T14:18:00.002-07:002019-05-30T14:18:48.679-07:00Mexican Dip<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">💃🏻 When I have a party, I try to offer at least a couple vegetarian dishes. Just Incase any of my guests don’t eat meat- I’m prepared. Now a days, there are so many vegetarians out there. I want them to have a good time when they’re over, too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">⚡️That said, these little “ layered Mexican dip” cups are great for several reasons. .</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">1. They’re vegetarian </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">⚡️These are so easy to put together. Layer refried beans ➡️guac➡️sour cream ➡️Salsa ➡️Shredded cheese & whatever additional topping you want. Add some chips & your appetizer is DONEZO! Serving the guacamole in here keeps it from browning, too 🙌🏼. .</span></div>
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Al Dente Divahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04920372504742876595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1189451290958248791.post-67941622424091483592016-10-09T18:13:00.001-07:002016-10-09T18:13:36.783-07:00SAUSAGE & SPINACH STUFFED SHELLS<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I love stuffed shells & wanted to make them for Sunday dinner last week. I started thinking of something I could add to make them even better. Spinach and sausage turned out to be the perfect thing! This is one delicious food combo. Even my husband who isn't a huge sausage fan liked them. I will be making these again and again.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">-1 Box Jumbo Shells</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">-1(10oz) Package Frozen Spinach (thawed & drained)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">-1 Tbs Italian Seasoning (out of casing)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">4. In a Med size bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, spinach, oregano. mozzarella cheese & parmesan cheese. Season with salt, pepper, & garlic powder-however much you like. Add the sausage and mix well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">5. Line large baking dish with pasta sauce-about a cup. Stuff the shells with the cheese, sausage mixture and line them, side by side. in the baking dish. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">*I don't really like to put salt or sauce measurements on the recipes. Some people are super sensitive to salt & some absolutely have to have it. Season the shells as you like. Same goes for sauce. I like my shells drowning in sauce. If you don't, use less.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">I made this for a girls night a few weeks ago & It was perfect! I made the packets earlier in the day & popped them in the oven when my friends arrived. This gave me time to actually hang out with them and not spend all my time cooking. The foil packs are great for easy clean up. Didn't waste time washing dishes, either. Presentation was impressive & the smell of dill when they were finished cooking was incredible. I can't wait to make these again! Next time I might try spreading some pesto on top of the salmon :)</span><br />
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<span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">-1 lb Salmon Filets </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">* My sister in law baked hers at home for 25 min. I baked mine for 20 min. Her tomatoes came out more stewed then mine. Totally about preference here. The dish will be done after 20-but if you like, wait it just a little longer. Be careful not to overcook the fish, though. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I don't know how Ina Garten does it but her recipes are always above and beyond amazing. A friend made these for me a few year ago and I immediately fell in love. I made some very slight adjustments to her recipe. I added the site link in case you want to check it out for yourself and follow it the way she does it. These are really delicious, if you like salmon definitely give them a try!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/2 LB fresh salmon</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 cup plain bread crumbs</span></div>
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<li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In a medium frying pan, melt 2 tbs of butter and olive oil. Add the peppers, capers, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, onion, old bay, celery, parsley salt and pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender-about 15-20 minutes. Let the vegetables cool.</span></li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 package Lasagna noodles</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 lb sausage (sweet or hot)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-2 garlic coves, chopped</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-2 green bell peppers (cut into strips)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-2 large onions (cut into strips)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-3 cups home made or jarred tomato sauce</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/4 cup ricotta cheese</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/4 cup Parmesan cheese</span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In the same pan, add 2 more tbs of oil and saute the peppers, onion, and garlic together. Season with salt and pepper. (about 10-15 minutes)</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">When the peppers and onion are cooked through, add the sausage back to the pan. Also, add 2 cups of tomato sauce. Stir well and simmer the sauce for 10 minutes.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Cook the lasagna noodles in salted water 2 minutes less than the package suggests. Drain and rinse the noodles under cold water. Pat the noodles dry.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In a 9 x13 inch baking dish-line the bottom with a little tomato sauce and cover with about 4 lasagna noodles. </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Top with half the sausage and pepper mixture. </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Mix the ricotta cheese and Parmesan cheese together. Place dollops on top of the sausage and peppers. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Repeat the noodles, sausage and peppers, and cheese layers until you reach the top-ending in lasagna noodles.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Pour the remaining sauce and cheese on top. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the lasagna is cooked all the way through. </span></li>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In a small bowl, add the spinach, mozzarella cheese, and ricotta cheese. Stir well and set aside.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Season the chicken breast on both sides with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Spread some spinach filling along the chicken breast. Roll the chicken up and secure with a tooth pic.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Add the breadcrumbs to a shallow bowl. Add the eggs and milk to another shallow bowl and whisk them together.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Dip the rolled chicken breast in the egg wash then the bread crumbs. Repeat until they are all coated.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In a medium pan, heat a few tbs of olive oil and fry the chicken breasts until golden on both sides. Add the chicken to a baking dish when done and carefully remove the tooth pics.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In the same pan, add the flour to the oil and whisk for 2 minutes on low heat. Whisk in the chicken stock and bring to a BOIL-make sure to scrape all the bits from the bottom of the pan. Reduce the heat to LOW and cook for 5 minutes. Taste the gravy-add salt and pepper if needed.</span></li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/4-1/2 lb fresh shrimp, deveined tails on</span></div>
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<li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Lay the shrimp on top and sprinkle with the Italian dressing packet.( I usually use a little less than half the packet)</span></li>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> Generously season the filet on both sides with salt and pepper.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In cast iron skillet, heat a few tbs of olive oil until its very hot. </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Add the steak and sear it for 2-3 minutes on each side.<u> DO NOT TOUCH, POKE, FORK OR MOVE THE STEAK WHILE ITS COOKING</u>! </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">When the steak is done, leave it in the cast iron skillet and add about 1 tbs butter on top.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Bake for 5 minutes-remove the steak from the skillet and let it sit a few minutes.</span></li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">My mother used to make this for my family when we were kids. I loved it then and I still love it now. This recipe is a little different from what she used to make but its got the same basics. Pasta and chicken covered in an amazing cream sauce. I'm sure it will be a hit at our house, too!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-2 eggs</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-2 cups homemade or jarred tomato sauce</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/4 cup Ricotta cheese</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 tsp dry Parsley</span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Cut the chicken breasts into strips. Lightly season them with salt, pepper and garlic powder and set them aside.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In a small bowl, whisk the eggs and 2 tbs of water together. In another small bowl add the bread crumbs. Dip the chicken in the egg then bread crumbs until they are all coated.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In a large frying pan, heat a few tbs of olive oil and fry the chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove the chicken once done and drain on paper towels.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Boil the pasta 2 minutes less that the suggested time on the package. Drain it and return it to the same pot. Add 1 1/2 cups of tomato sauce and stir. (Add more sauce if you want. I like to go heavier on the sauce when baking pasta so it doesn't dry out but its up to you!) Also, stir in about half a cup of mozzarella cheese.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, parsley, and about 2 tbs of Parmesan cheese. </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Transfer the pasta to a baking dish. Scoop some of the ricotta mixture up in a small spoon. With the spoon, make little holes in the pasta and place the ricotta cheese. Try to evenly spread the ricotta cheese out throughout the ziti.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Place the chicken evenly on top of the ziti. Cover with the remaining tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake loosely covered in tin foil for 45 minutes. Serve hot</span></li>
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<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract</span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 cup buttermilk, shaken, at room temperature</span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/2 cup sour cream, at room temperature</span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-2 tablespoons brewed coffee</span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour</span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 cup good cocoa powder</span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda</span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/2 teaspoon kosher salt</span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">optional</span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red; font-size: large;"><u>PEANUT BUTTER ICING:</u></span></li>
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<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">-1 cup confectioners' sugar</li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">-1 cup creamy peanut butter</li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">-5 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature</li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">-3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract</li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">-1/4 teaspoon kosher salt</li>
<li itemprop="ingredients" style="line-height: 23px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">-1/3 cup heavy cream</li>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 23px;">Using a mixer with the paddle attachment-cream the butter and sugars together for about 5 minutes.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 23px;">Add the eggs one at a time and add the vanilla</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 23px;">In a separate bowl-mix together the sour cream, buttermilk and coffee</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 23px;">In another bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 23px;">Slowly mix in the wet and dry ingredients alternating between the two.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 23px;">Mix until smooth and spoon into cupcake tins</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 23px;">Bake for 20 minutes.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 23px;">In the mean time make the icing. Add all the ingredients to a bowl and mix with a mixer until smooth.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 23px;">Let the cupcakes cool after baking and ice them. Sprinkle the tops with salted peanuts if desired :)<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d3d3d;"> </span></span></span></li>
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Al Dente Divahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04920372504742876595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1189451290958248791.post-71481731181036485632013-01-16T11:00:00.002-08:002013-01-26T10:58:42.718-08:00GARLIC SHRIMP WITH FRENCH BREAD<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">This is a great family style appetizer. I love serving this for friends when were just sitting around relaxing. The sauce that forms while the shrimp are baking is amazing! It goes perfect with the toasted french bread. </span></div>
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<b><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">GARLIC SHRIMP WITH FRENCH BREAD</span></u></b></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-25 Shrimp-deveined and tails removed</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/4 cup olive oil</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-2 tbs white wine</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 tbs fresh parsley</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-2 garlic cloves, minced</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">- Parmesan cheese </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-Red Pepper flakes (as much as you want)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/2 stick of butter</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-Salt, pepper and garlic powder</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-French bread</span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Place shrimp in a baking dish. (Make sure its a pretty one because this goes right from the oven to the table) Sprinkle the shrimp with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Also, add the parsley and pepper flakes. </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Pour the olive oil and white wine over the shrimp. Bake, covered for 15 minutes.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Melt the butter and pour it over the shrimp. Sprinkle with some Parmesan cheese and add the bread crumbs. </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Bake uncovered for another 15 minutes.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In the mean time, slice the french bread and place it on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and place in the oven with the shrimp as it bakes to toast the bread.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Serve the shrimp with the toasted french bread!</span></li>
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Al Dente Divahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04920372504742876595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1189451290958248791.post-2548432597781780902013-01-15T14:13:00.002-08:002013-01-15T14:13:41.223-08:00FRENCH ONION SOUP<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: black; font-size: large;">One of my all time favorite soups! This is a great recipe for it, too. Its easy to follow and tastes amazing! I love that I can make this at home. I bake the bread and cheese separately then add it to the soup. For me, its easier to handle going in and out of the oven. Feel free to add the bread and cheese to the soup and broil it all together if you like! </span><br />
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<u><strong><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">FRENCH ONION SOUP</span></strong></u></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: large;">-4 onions, sliced</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-4 cups beef broth</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1 stick of butter</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1/2 bottle of red wine</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-2 Bay leaves</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1 tbs. Thyme</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-3 tbs Flour</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-Salt and Pepper</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-French bead</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-Gruyere cheese</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">DIRECTIONS:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">PRE HEAT THE BROILER</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In a large pot, melt butter. Add the onions,bay leaves and thyme. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, over MEDIUM LOW HEAT for 25 minutes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Add the red wine and bring to a BOIL. Reduce heat to LOW and cook until all the wine is absorbed by the onions.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Remove the bay leaves and add the flour. Stir the flour into the onions and cook over MEDIUM LOW heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Add the beef stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and continue cooking for another 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Slice bread and place the slices on a baking sheet. Cover each slice of bread with 2 slices of Gruyere cheese. Broil for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese has melted.</span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">Set the crock pot to 8 hours. When theres a half hour left of cooking time-cube up the cream cheese and add it to the crock pot. Add the salt and pepper at this time, too. </span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thanks for viewing! Hope you enjoy this recipe. For more quick recipes and food ideas, follow Aldente Diva on instagram!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This is such a easy salmon recipe with so much flavor! I used Dijon mustard this time because that's what I had but ground mustard would work also. Serve this over a salad or with any side! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">There are a lot of spinach and artichoke dips out there to choose from. This in one of my absolute favorites! Its so creamy and cheesy with just the right amount of spinach and artichokes. I love serving this for parties-its always a hit! Give it a try at your next get together!</span></div>
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This is the juiciest, most flavorful roasted game hen recipe ever! I love serving these for either a crowd or a small dinner party. Everyone gets there own little portion, they're perfect. I got the idea to cut them in half after seeing it served this way at a restaurant. It really does make it look a little extra yummy :). Make sure to serve them with a big side of mashed potatoes or rice to soak up all that good gravy!</div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Remove the potatoes once they are golden brown (about 7 minutes). Drain them on a paper towel lined baking sheet and immediately season with salt and a little pepper.</span></li>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Microwave for 1 minute or until the butter melts. Return the fries to the bowl and toss them in the butter and garlic.</span></li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">This recipe is based off Ina Gratin's recipe for Spinach Gratin. I love her! All of her recipes are absolutely amazing. This is a great side dish that goes with anything. I hope you like it, too. </span></div>
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<span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;"><strong><u>SPINACH GRATIN</u></strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: large;">-4 (10 oz) packages frozen spinach-thawed and drained well</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-2 cups Milk</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1/2 stick butter</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1/4 cup flour</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1 cup Cream</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1/4 tsp nutmeg</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1 small onion-chopped </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1/2 cup Parmesan cheese-grated</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1 cup Gruyere cheese</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-Salt and pepper</span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Add the cream and milk and cook until it starts to thicken up. (about another 5-7 minutes)</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Add the spinach, Parmesan cheese and half the Gruyere cheese. Season with salt and pepper and mix well. </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Transfer the spinach to a baking dish and top with the remaining Gruyere cheese. Bake for 25 minutes and enjoy!</span></li>
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Al Dente Divahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04920372504742876595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1189451290958248791.post-51334982425838309902012-12-27T10:04:00.000-08:002013-01-26T11:01:24.711-08:00MINI CHERRY CHEESECAKES<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: black; font-size: large;">Portion control can be a quite the challenge during the holidays. One of the many reasons why I love these little cheesecakes. They're perfect for parties especially when you don't want to overindulge. Although it is hard to have just one ;) </span></div>
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<strong><u><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">MINI CHERRY CHEESECAKES</span></u></strong></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: large;">-2 (8oz) packages Philadelphia cream cheese (room temp.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-3/4 cup sugar</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1 tsp. Vanilla</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1 egg</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-1 package gold Oreo cookies</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-Cherry pie filling</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-Paper liners</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In a medium size bowl mix the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and egg with an electric mixer until smooth.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Add the paper liners to the pan. Add one Oreo cookie to each (this will be the crust of the cheesecake)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Pour the cream cheese mixture over each cookie. Bake for 25 minutes or until the center of each cheesecake is set.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Let the cheesecakes cool and refrigerate them for at least an hr. Top each one with either cherry pie filling before serving! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Great dip to make for the holidays! Anything with crab in it just seems a little more special. I love this one. It calls for the perfect amount of crab meat so there is no fishy aftertaste. Enjoy!</span></div>
<b><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">HOT CRAB DIP</span></u></b></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 lb crab meat</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-3/4 cup sour cream</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-2 tbs. lemon juice</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 tsp. onion-minced</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-3/4 cup ground mustard</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/2 tsp garlic powder</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-8 oz cream cheese-room temp</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/2 cup cheddar cheese</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-Old Bay seasoning</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">(Serve with crackers)</span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Sprinkle the top with Old Bay and bake for 45 minutes.</span></li>
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Al Dente Divahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04920372504742876595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1189451290958248791.post-34816487698636691752012-12-21T12:16:00.002-08:002013-01-26T10:49:50.303-08:00PARMESAN & CREAM CORN<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I'm always looking for new ways to get my guy to eat vegetables. No, I'm not talking about my son. I actually don't have kids. I do, however, have a husband who despises all things vegetable. This may not be the most nutritional side dish but at least its a start. Oh and did I mention they are out of this world?? Give them a try and I'm sure you will love them too!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-3 cups of corn</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-Olive oil</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/2 cup chicken stock-room temp</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/3 cup heavy cream</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">-1/2 cup Parmesan cheese</span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Add the chicken stock and the cream.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Cook over MEDIUM heat for 5 minutes. Stirring occasionally.</span></li>
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