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HOW TO COOK MINI PINEAPPLE CAKES

makubex — Mon, 09 May 2011 03:56:58 +0000

MINI PINEAPPLE CAKES

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON HOW TO COOK MINI PINEAPPLE CAKES

INGREDIENTS TO COOK MINI PINEAPPLE CAKES

1 (3 1/2-pound) pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoonfuls pineapple juice plus 2/3 cup
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoonfuls unflavored butter, at room temperature
3 egg whites
2/3 cup water
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
1 (18.25-ounce) box white cake mix
Special Equipment: 6-cup mini Bundt pan

STEPS TO COOK MINI PINEAPPLE CAKES

Step 1 to Cook Mini Pineapple Cakes

Put an oven rack in the lower 1/3 of the oven. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Butter and flour a mini Bundt pan.

Step 2 to Cook Mini Pineapple Cakes

Place the pineapple in the bowl of a food processor. Beat until coarsely chopped.

Step 3 to Cook Mini Pineapple Cakes

In a 10-inch nonstick skillet, combine the sliced pineapple, 2 tablespoonfuls pineapple juice, sugar, and butter over medium-high heat.

Step 4 to Cook Mini Pineapple Cakes

Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cook until the liquid disappears and the mixture begins to brown, about 10 to 15 minutes. Spoon the pineapple mixture into the prepared pan.

Step 5 to Cook Mini Pineapple Cakes

In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg whites, water, vegetable oil, almond extract, cake mix, and 2/3 cup pineapple juice.

Step 6 to Cook Mini Pineapple Cakes

Using an electric hand mixer, beat the mixture on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour the batter over the cooked pineapple.

Step 7 to Cook Mini Pineapple Cakes

Bake for 28 to 30 minutes until the cakes begin to pull away from the sides of the pan and the tops are golden.

Step 8 to Cook Mini Pineapple Cakes

Allow the cakes to cool for 15 minutes. Place a piece of parchment paper on top of the cakes. Put a baking sheet, upside-down, on top of the parchment paper.

Step 9 to Cook Mini Pineapple Cakes

Flip both pans over and allow the cakes to cool completely while still in the Bundt pan, about 1 hour. Unmold the cakes and Set on individual serving plates.

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HOW TO COOK COCONUT CAKE

makubex — Mon, 09 May 2011 03:33:23 +0000

COCONUT CAKE

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON HOW TO COOK COCONUT CAKE

INGREDIENTS TO COOK COCONUT CAKE

3/4 pound (3 sticks) unseasoned butter, at room temperature, plus more for greasing the pans
2 cups sugar
5 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoonfuls pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoonfuls pure almond extract
3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting the pans
1 teaspoonful baking powder
1/2 teaspoonful baking soda
1/2 teaspoonful kosher salt
1 cup milk
4 ounces sweetened shredded coconut

For the frosting:

1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 pound (2 sticks) unflavored butter, at room temperature
3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract
1 pound confectioners’ sugar, sifted
6 ounces sweetened shredded coconut

STEPS TO COOK COCONUT CAKE

Step 1 to Cook Coconut Cake

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 2 (9-inch) round cake pans, then line them parchment paper. Grease them again and sprinkle lightly with flour.

Step 2 to Cook Coconut Cake

In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar on medium-high speed for 3 to 5 minutes, until light yellow and fluffy. Crack the eggs into a small bowl.

Step 3 to Cook Coconut Cake

With the mixer on medium speed, Add the eggs 1 at a time, scraping down the bowl once during mixing. Add the vanilla and almond extracts and blend well. The mixture might look thickened; don’t be concerned.

Step 4 to Cook Coconut Cake

In a separated bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. With the mixer on low speed, alternately Add Up the dry ingredients and the milk to the batter in 3 parts, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.

Step 5 to Cook Coconut Cake

Mix until just blended. Fold in the four ounces of coconut with a rubber spatula.

Step 6 to Cook Coconut Cake

Pour the batter evenly into the 2 pans and smooth the top with a knife. Bake in the center of the oven for 45 to 55 minutes, until the tops are browned and a cake tester comes out clean.

Step 7 to Cook Coconut Cake

Cool on a baking rack for 30 min, then turn the cakes out onto a baking rack to finish cooling.

Step 8 to Cook Coconut Cake

For the frosting, in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, combine the cream cheese, butter, vanilla and almond extract on low speed.

Step 9 to Cook Coconut Cake

Add the confectioners’ sugar and mix until just smooth (don’t whip!).

Step 10 to Cook Coconut Cake

To assemble, place 1 layer on a flat serving plate, top side down, and spread with frosting. Place the second layer on top, top side up, and frost the top and sides.

Step 11 to Cook Coconut Cake

To decorate the cake, sprinkle the top with coconut and softly press more coconut onto the sides. Serve at room temperature.

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HOW TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

makubex — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:23:50 +0000

SALAD QUINOA

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON HOW TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

INGREDIENTS TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

1 cup quinoa
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1 hothouse cucumber, diced
2 scallions
1/2 cup roasted red pepper, diced
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, finely cut
1 tablespoon fines herbs (Spice Island)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoonfuls splintered almonds

For serving:

9 cups spring salad mix
1/4 cup light roasted garlic and balsamic salad dressing

STEPS TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

Step 1 to cook Salad Quinoa

Combine quinoa and stock in small pot and bring to a boil.

Step 2 to cook Salad Quinoa

Reduce to simmer and cover.

Step 3 to cook Salad Quinoa

Cook 10 to 15 min or until liquid has been absorbed. Let cool completely.

Step 4 to cook Salad Quinoa

In a large mixing bowl, Mix cooled quinoa with remaining ingredients. Toss to mix thoroughly.

Step 5 to cook Salad Quinoa

Serve chilled on a bed of greens tossed with a little dressing.

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HOW TO COOK FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

makubex — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:03:55 +0000

FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

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INGREDIENTS TO COOK FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

Tarragon Tartar Sauce:
1 cup mayonnaise
3 shallots, chopped
1 tbsp tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
2 tablespoons capers

Oysters:
4 cups peanut oil, for frying
1 pint more or less 50 shucked Bluffton or other fresh oysters
1 1/2 cups all-purpose coating (recommended: Golden Dip All Purpose Breading Mix)

STEPS TO COOK FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

Step 1 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Mix all the ingredients for the tartar sauce in a bowl, set aside.

Step 2 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Heat 4 cups of oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat or preheat deep fryer at 350 degrees F. Throw in a drop of water: when it sizzles, the oil is set.

Step 3 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Pick through the oysters to take any shells. Pour the coating mixture into a shallow bowl. Dredge the oyster in the coating.

Step 4 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Fry oysters until they are golden brown; just about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Step 5 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

On each spoon, place a dollop of tartar sauce and top with an oyster. Serve Well.

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HOW TO COOK CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

makubex — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 03:48:14 +0000

CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

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INGRIEDENTS TO COOK CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Kosher salt
1/4 cup sugar
4 bone-in, thick-cut pork chops (6 to 8 ounces each)
1/2 medium head escarole
2 cloves garlic
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
Fresh ground pepper
4 slices provolone cheese (about 2 ounces)
4 fresh sage leaves, chopped
1 (19-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

STEPS TO COOK CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Step 1 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Dissolve 1/4 cup salt and the sugar in 3 cups warm water in a large bowl. Insert a paring knife into the curved side of each pork chop to make a deep pocket, about 2 inches wide.

Step 2 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Soak the chops in the brine, about 5 minutes.

Step 3 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Meanwhile, finely chop the escarole and garlic. Toss with 2 tablespoonfuls olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Take the chops from the brine and pat dry.

Step 5 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Fold each cheese slice and tuck into the pocket of a pork chop, then stuff with the escarole mixture.

Step 6 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Brush the pork with olive oil, sprinkle with the sage and season with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoonfuls olive oil in a large frypan over medium-high heat.

Step 7 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Sear the pork in batches, turning once, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 8 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Remove to a plate. Add the beans and 1/3 cup water to the frying pan, scraping up any browned bits; season with salt and pepper.

Step 9 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Return the pork to the skillet, cover and cook over average heat until no longer pink, 5 to 7 more minutes. Serve the pork with the beans.

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HOW TO COOK ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

makubex — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 03:14:33 +0000

ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

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INGREDIENTS TO COOK ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

2 (15 1/4-ounce) cans sliced beets, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup pitted ripe olives
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
Salt, pepper and garlic powder, to taste
Dash hot sauce

STEPS TO COOK ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

Step 1 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Take broiler tray from oven and coat with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Replace tray and preheat broiler.

Step 3 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

After beets are drained place on coated broiler tray.

Step 4 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Place under hot broiler, turning every 2 to 3 minutes until edges start to brown, more or less 8 to10 min.

Step 5 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Remove beets from oven and allow to cool. Merge remaining ingredients with cooled beets. Toss and serve well.

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HOW TO COOK STUFFED PORK CHOPS

makubex — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 03:41:07 +0000

STUFFED PORK CHOPS

INGREDIENTS TO COOK STUFFED PORK CHOPS

3-4 boneless thick cut pork chops
Stuffing with seasoning, prepared per instructions
3 tsp olive oil (divided)
1/4 sweet yellow onion, cubed
8-10 button mushrooms, sliced
1 clove of garlic, minced
Sea salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste

VIDEO TUTORIALS ON HOW TO COOK STUFFED PORK CHOPS

STEPS TO COOK STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Step 1 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Set the stuffing per instructions.

Step 2 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

In a large oven safe frypan heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil over moderate heat.

Step 3 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

Add the onions and mushrooms and sauté until tender; add the minced garlic and stir constantly for 45 seconds.

Step 4 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

Add the mushroom mixture to the stuffing and mix gently then set aside.

Step 5 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

Cut pockets into the pork chops by slicing horizontally in the side, and almost through to the other side.

Step 6 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

Flavour the pork with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper then stuff with stuffing.

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HOW TO COOK QUINOA PUDDING

makubex — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 03:03:43 +0000

: QUINOA PUDDING

INGREDIENTS TO COOK QUINOA PUDDING

2 cup prepared quinoa
1 cup apple juice concentrate
1/2 cup raisins
1 cup sliced water chestnuts
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
Grated zest of 1 lemon
Pinch of ground cinnamon
1 kiwi fruit for garnish

VIDEO TUTORIALS TO COOK QUINOA PUDDING

STEPS TO COOK QUINOA PUDDING

Step 1 To Cook Quinoa Pudding

Thoroughly rinse 1/2 cup quinoa and drain. mix quinoa with 1/2 cup water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.

Step 2 To Cook Quinoa Pudding

Cover pan, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until water is completely absorbed and grain is translucent.

Step 3 To Cook Quinoa Pudding

In a medium saucepan, mix quinoa, apple juice concentrate, raisins, water chestnuts, vanilla, lemon zest, and cinnamon.

Step 4 To Cook Quinoa Pudding

Cover pan and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 5 To Cook Quinoa Pudding

Slice kiwi fruit. Divide pudding among 5 dessert dishes and top with kiwi fruit slices. Makes 5 servings.

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HOW TO COOK BLUEBERRY CAKE WITH LEMON

makubex — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 03:28:16 +0000

: BLUEBERRY CAKE WITH LEMON

INGREDIENTS TO COOK BLUEBERRY CAKE WITH LEMON

3 c. flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 c. milk
3 c. blueberries
4 tbsp. flour
2 tbsp. sugar
1 1/2 c. sugar
3 tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. cold water
1 1/2 c. boiling water
1/2 c. + 1 tbsp. FRESH lemon juice
3 tsp. lemon rind
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
6 tbsp. butter

VIDEO TUTORIALS TO COOK BLUEBERRY CAKE WITH LEMON

Steps To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Step 1 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Sift together flour, baking powder, salt. In another bowl merge sugar and shortening.

Step 2 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Beat eggs into sugar mixture.

Step 3 On How To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Add flour mixture to egg mixture, alternately with milk.

In new bowl, combine blueberries, 4 tablespoons flour and 2 tablespoons sugar.

Step 4 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Fold gently blueberries into cake. DO NOT mix until purple. Grease 9 x 13 inch rectangular pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes.

Step 5 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Combine sugar, cornstarch and salt in saucepan on stove.

Step 6 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Gradually stir in cold water. Gradually stir in boiling water. Cook on low heat 2 to 3 minutes. Take from heat.

Step 7 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Stir in lemon juice, rind, vanilla and butter. Wonderful sauce on crepes, cakes or any dessert.

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HOW TO COOK BROCCOLI WITH CHEDDAR CORNBREAD

Dr. Chang — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 12:20:55 +0000

BROCCOLI WITH CHEDDAR CORNBREAD

Ingredients To Cook Broccoli With Cheddar Cornbread

2 (8.5-ounce) boxes corn muffin mixture

1/2 cup whole milk 2 garlic cloves minced

1 (8-ounce) container cottage cheese 4 large size eggs

1 tablespoon salt 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Cheddar

1 stick unsalted butter or margarine 1 medium onion, chopped up

1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli, thawed but not draine

Steps To Cook Broccoli with Cheddar Cornbread

Step1 To Cook Broccoli with Cheddar Cornbread

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.Combine together all ingredients except 2 tablespoons Cheddar to produce a batter in a bowl.

Step2 To Cook Broccoli with Cheddar Cornbread

In a 10-inch cast iron frying pan melt butter. Saute onions & broccoli until soft.

Step3 To Cook Broccoli with Cheddar Cornbread

Pour batter all over the vegetable mixture & scatter top equally with left cheese.

Step4 To Cook Broccoli with Cheddar Cornbread

You can also place the ingredients in an 11 by 17-inch baking dish.Bake in oven until golden, 30 mins..