August 11, 2023 – Kitcheeen

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Jalapeno cheddar focaccia

This simple, rustic focaccia has two additional options: jalapeños and cheese (vegetarian) or tomatoes, herbs and garlic.
Flatbreads like focaccia are perfect for starters! They use simple ingredients and tools, don’t require a lot of active cooking time, and are highly customizable, and it’s easy to know when it’s done right.

Spread your choice of toppings (without the olive oil and sea salt) on the surface of the dough. Then put the top layer on the dough, digging it in quickly and carefully with all your fingers (as if you were a very passionate but very bad pianist). Coat the surface with a generous drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt before baking until golden brown.

Ingredients:

+focaccia
°1½ cups (375 ml) lukewarm water
°1 c. (15 ml) sugar
°1 c. 1 tablespoon (15 ml) active dry yeast
°1 c. 1/2 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
°4 ½ cups (540 grams) all-purpose flour
°Olive oil as needed

°Jalapeno and Cheese Cucumber (full plate)
°1 cup (140 grams) pickled jalapeno peppers (tamed)
°1/4 cup (45 grams) grated vegan cheese (I used Daiya)
°4 garlic cloves, cutting to thin slices
+Optional: vegan Parmesan cheese, to taste
°Sea salt to taste

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How to Make Bacon Wrapped Smokies

These sweet and salty bacon-wrapped smokies are a quick and easy party appetizer. Serve them straight from the oven or keep them warm in a slow cooker until the big game starts. Assembling these smoky bacon wraps may take some time, but it’s well worth it!

Bacon-wrapped smokies will liven up any party, from big tailgates to cozy family get-togethers. This recipe for bacon-wrapped smokies couldn’t be easier to make with just a few ingredients!

INGREDIENTS

▢12 ounces little smokies
▢1 pound bacon do not use thick cut bacon
▢1/2 cup brown sugar I use light brown sugar
▢1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
▢1/4 teaspoon onion powder
▢1/4 teaspoon pepper
▢cooking spray
▢1 tablespoon chopped parsley

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray.
Place the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder and pepper in a bowl. Stir to combine.

Cut each slice of bacon into thirds.
Wrap each little smokie in a piece of bacon, then roll the smokie in the brown sugar mixture.
Place a toothpick through the little smokie to secure the bacon.
Repeat the process with the remaining smokies. Place them all on the sheet pan.
Bake for 15 minutes. Flip the smokies over, then bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until bacon is crispy.
Place the smokies on a serving plate. Remove the toothpicks if desired. Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.

NOTES

Do not use thick cut bacon for this recipe. Thick cut bacon takes a lot longer to cook through and become crispy.
These sausages are best when piping hot from the oven. You can store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
You can leave the toothpicks in for serving, or remove the toothpicks for a more elegant presentation.

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Whenever I make this for dinner, everyone is cleaning off their plates

Are you ready to indulge in a comforting and mouth-watering dish? Look no further than this delectable Slow Cooker Chicken & Gravy recipe. Picture tender, juicy chicken nestled in a rich and flavorful gravy that has been simmering for hours. This delightful meal is not only incredibly satisfying, but it also requires minimal effort on your part, thanks to the magic of a slow cooker.

The tender chicken beautifully infuses with the savory gravy, creating a symphony of flavors that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Trust me, after just one bite, you will find yourself craving this dish time and time again. The best part? You can serve it in multiple different ways. We love ours with mashed potatoes.

Ingredients:

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 ounce of powdered ranch salad dressing and seasoning blend

1 can of condensed chicken soup (10.5 ounces)

1 cup of water or chicken broth

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5-Minute Fudge

Omg it came out amazing! The recipe was super easy and fun to make. It was perfect and tasted delicious! I didn’t cut them right away so I put in fridge overnight. Once I cut it, I stored them in containers and put back in the fridge since they felt a little soft and sticky until I am ready to serve them.

Ingredients

1 (7 ounce) box milk chocolate chips
17 large marshmallows
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup chopped nuts
2 cups white sugar
2 cup evaporated milk
1 tsp unsalted butter
1 tsp salt

How To Make it

Blend milk/sugar/butter and salt in a pot . bring to a boil , and cook 5 min , stirring permanently .and Add in chocolate chips; cook until melted. Remove of heat, add in vanilla ,marshmallows, and nuts. Mix well.
Enjoy. Your Family will love it.

Directions:

Combine sugar, milk, butter, salt and chocolate chips in a saucepan and heat until chocolate is melted.

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, nuts and marshmallows until melted; mix well. Pour into shallow 8-inch square pan to cool; cut into squares.

Yields approximately 16 to 24 pieces, or about 2 1/2 pounds of candy.

A Note From the Test Kitchen: If you’re having trouble with your fudge setting up, try combining the sugar, milk, butter and salt first, boiling for 5 minutes while stirring, and then add the chocolate and stir until melted. Follow the directions as written from there.

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Cheesy Beef Goulash

Old-fashioned goulash is an easy cheesy family favorite! It’s the perfect go-to dinner recipe for any night of the week.

Goulash is a classic dinner recipe that is loved by all. Filled with meat, cheese, seasonings, and macaroni, this recipe is sure to become as loved as Beef Stroganoff and Pot Roast.

This is an American beef goulash – have you tried it before? What is goulash?

Goulash is a soup or stew of meat, usually seasoned with paprika and other spices. Originating from medieval Hungary, goulash is a popular meal predominantly eaten in Central Europe but also in other parts of Europe.

Old-fashioned goulash is an easy cheesy family favorite! It’s the perfect go-to dinner recipe for any night of the week.

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef

3 teaspoons minced garlic

3 cups water

2 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce

2 (15-ounce) cans diced tomatoes

3 bay leaves

3 tablespoons soy sauce

1 teaspoon seasoned salt

2 tablespoons Italian seasoning

2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

Sauté ground beef in skillet over medium-high heat until cooked. Drain. Add garlic and sauté for about 5 minutes. Add water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, soy sauce, and seasoned salt. Stir well. Cover and allow to cook for 15-20 minutes.
Add the uncooked elbow macaroni to skillet, stir well, return the lid, and simmer for about 30 minutes. Turn off heat, remove the bay leaves, and add 1 cup of cheddar cheese right before serving.

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NO-BAKE PEANUT BUTTER RECIPE

These easy cookies deliver your oven a break: They begin at the stovetop—in which all of the elements are combined together—then completed and refrigerated.

It’s also great to make with kids: all ingredients are staples, cleanup is easy, and there are no raw eggs. If your family has allergy issues, replace the peanut butter with your favorite smooth nut or seed butter such as almond, cashew, or sunflower butter.

Cool the cookies in an airtight container and eat them after school or as special snacks. This recipe also makes a large batch of cookies (5 dozen!), so keep these in mind the next time you need a dessert to give away.

Ingredients

11 oz. caramel chips
5 oz. A box of crispy chow mein noodles
1 c. Creamy peanut butter
½ gm salted peanuts

How to make:

Place peanut butter and caramel chips in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stirring until completely dissolve.

Placing chow mein noodles also peanuts in mixing bowl & pour the mix on them.
stir until combined.

Quickly drop spoonfuls of batter onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.

Let the haystacks cool and solidify before serving.

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Crescent and Chicken Roll-ups

Our delicious Chicken Croissant Roll is the perfect and easy dinner recipe you need this week. Creamy cheese, shredded chicken, and spring onions all wrapped in a flaky croissant make it a family favourite.

I’ve heard this dish come by many names, including chicken pillows, chicken crescent squares, chicken patties, or chicken crescent bombs. Whatever you prefer to call it, this dish is very tasty and delicious.

Served with a favorite side dish like funeral potatoes or instant mashed potatoes, these croissants are a family favorite all week long meal.

Ingredients:

°2 cups cooked and shredded chicken

°1 can of heavy cream of chicken

Half a cup of chicken broth

°1 croissant roll

°1 1/2 c grated cheddar cheese

How to make :

Preheat the oven to 400 *

Line baking tray with parchment paper or aluminum foil

In bowl, using two forks, shred chicken breasts

In another bowl, mix the condensed cream of chicken soup with ½ cup of the chicken broth and mix well

Add the shredded chicken to the soup mixture

Adding half of grated cheese

Open the croissant box, and arrange the croissants so that the wide end is close to you.

Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture on the edge of the roll and begin rolling to the point.

Gently pinch the dough so it stays together at the edge.

Put the croissant rolls on the baking tray and put them in the oven

Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the tray

Sprinkle the remaining toppings with cheese and replace the plate.

Cook until the cheese melts

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HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP

Chicken Vegetable Soup is ultra-comforting, with filling protein and veggies in each bite. It tastes like chicken noodle soup, without the white pasta, and it couldn’t be easier to make.

This will give you a delicious broth base, similar to chicken noodle soup. If you prefer to use different veggies, you can also add in a can of diced tomatoes, or a bag of frozen corn or green peas. If you keep bay leaves on hand, you can also add one to the broth as it simmers. Just be sure to remove it before serving!

Try adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, just before serving, to help brighten up the flavor. I also like to add a garnish of chopped fresh herbs on top, like chopped parsley or basil.

INGREDIENTS:

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

3 stalks celery thinly sliced

2 large carrots peeled and cut in thin half rounds

1 medium onion finely chopped

1 tablespoon dried parsley

1 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon dried basil

1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

2 cloves garlic minced

6 cups low sodium chicken broth

1 can (14.5 ounce) fire roasted tomatoes

1 lb red potatoes diced small

1/2 lb green beans trimmed and cut in 1 inch segments

3 cups cooked cubed rotisserie chicken

INSTRUCTIONS:

Heat vegetable oil over medium heat in a Dutch oven or heavy stockpot. Add celery, carrots and onions. Cook until the onions begin to brown on the edges; approximately 5 minutes. Turn the heat to medium low. Add parsley, oregano, basil, fresh ground black pepper and minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute stirring constantly.

Add low sodium chicken broth, fire roasted tomatoes, diced red potatoes and green beans. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes and green beans are tender. Add cut rotisserie chicken; warm for 1-2 minutes.

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Best Ever Chinese Chicken

I love Chinese food, and the one dish that stands out for me is Chinese chicken. The savory, tangy aroma that fills the kitchen when I cook it sends my taste buds into overdrive. Whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a get-together with friends, my go-to dish is always this Best Ever Chinese Chicken. It’s simple to make, full of flavor, and always a crowd-pleaser. Trust me, everyone will be asking for seconds!

One summer, I had a family gathering and decided to serve this chicken, which had been passed down to me from my grandmother. As soon as it hit the table, the compliments started flooding in. My brother-in-law said it was the best Chinese chicken he’d ever tasted, and my sister even asked for the recipe on the spot! It was that good. From that day on, I started making this dish more and more often, trying new variations to make it even more delicious. It quickly became my signature dish, and I’m proud to share it with you.

To Make this Recipe You’Il Need the following ingredients:

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed

1/2 Tbsp cornstarch

1 Tbsp soy sauce

3 Tbsp peanut oil

1 green bell pepper, sliced

4 mushrooms, sliced

1/2 lb snow peas, cut in half

1/2 c cashews

1/4 tsp ground ginger

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

SAUCE INGREDIENTS

6 Tbsp soy sauce

3 Tbsp white wine

1/2 Tbsp cider vinegar

3 Tbsp brown sugar

1 Tbsp cornstarch

1 Tbsp oil

Directions

1. In a large bowl combine chicken with cornstarch and soy sauce, stir well and let sit at least 5 minutes.

2. Clean, cut and prepare all ingredients ahead of time, including sauce mixture.

3. In a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat, heat oil, add chicken and quickly stir-fry until done, 2-3 minutes.

4. Remove chicken from pan and set aside on a plate.

5. Add sliced green pepper and mushrooms to pan and stir-fry 2 minutes.

6. Add pea pods and nuts, stir fry 2 more minutes and add ginger and cayenne.

7. Return chicken to pan with vegetables, add sauce and stir.

8. Cover skillet and cook 5 minutes over medium heat. Serve over boiled white rice.

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How to Make Tater Tot Casserole

This Tater Tot casserole is a quick and easy dinner that everyone will love. Just four basic ingredients come together for this comforting dish.

This tater tot casserole recipe is quick, easy, and incredibly satisfying. Made with simple and cheap ingredients, it’s sure to please everyone at your dinner table.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 1-pound package tater tots
2 10-ounce cans condensed cream of mushroom soup (or 3 cans if you want it extra creamy)
1 or 2 14-ounce cans vegetables (whole-kernel corn, green beans, etc.)
Onion and garlic powder (optional)

Instruction

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
While the oven is preheating, brown the ground beef (seasoning to taste as you cook) and drain off the grease.
Spread the beef in the bottom of a 2- to 2½-quart baking dish.
Drain the liquid off the vegetables and spread them over the meat.
Using a rubber spatula, spread the cans of soup over the top of the vegetables and meat. Use the soup as is, straight from the can. Do not mix it with anything.
Arrange a layer of tater tots over the top of that.
Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.

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