Author: chefkelso

Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Fried Bowties

Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Fried Bowties

Prep = 10 min; Inactive = 0 min; Cook = 20 min; 4 servings Ingredients 8 oz bowtie pasta 2 eggs 3 tbsp milk Progresso Italian Bread crumbs Frying Oil grated Parmesan cheese 2 boxes frozen spinach, defrosted and drained 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves 

Bacon Cream Cheese King Cake

Bacon Cream Cheese King Cake

Prep = 7 min; Inactive = 0 min; Cook = 7 min; 2 Cakes Ingredients 1 (16-ounce) container sour cream 1/3 cup sugar 1/4 cup butter 1 teaspoon salt 2 (1/4-ounce) envelopes active dry yeast 1/2 cup warm water (100° to 110°) 1 tablespoon sugar 

White Chocolate Hot Coco

White Chocolate Hot Coco

Prep = 7 min; Inactive = 0 min; Cook = 7 min; 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 8 oz white chocolate, chopped
  • 1 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons orange flavored liqueur (optional)

Directions

In a saucepan on medium heat, heat the milk and half-and-half to just below the simmering point. Remove the pan from the heat and add the white chocolate. When the chocolate is melted, add the vanilla, and orange liqueur, according to taste, and whisk vigorously. Reheat very gently and serve.

Candied Bacon

Candied Bacon

Prep = 10 min; Inactive = 0 min; Cook = 35 min; 4 servings Ingredients 12 slices bacon, about 1/4-inch thick Finely ground black pepper 1/3 cup light brown sugar Directions Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Put bacon slices in a bowl, season 

Portobello Gratin

Portobello Gratin

Prep = 10 min; Inactive = 0 min; Cook = 43 min; Ingredients 6 portobello mushroom caps 1 1/4 cups shredded muenster cheese 1/3 cup breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 clove garlic, grated salt and pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable stock Directions Split mushroom caps 

Pickled Red Onions

Pickled Red Onions

Prep = 10 min; Inactive = 0 min; Cook = 10 min;

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 red onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon coriander seeds

Directions

Bring ingredients to a simmer in a saucepan. Transfer to a nonreactive bowl and let cool, stirring occasionally. Serve at room temperature or cover and refrigerate up to 4 days.

Fennel, Arugula and Strawberry Salad

Fennel, Arugula and Strawberry Salad

Prep = 15 min; Inactive = 0 min; Cook = 20 min; 4 servings Ingredients 1 cup white balsamic vinegar 1 large fennel bulb with fronds 3 ounces (about 4 cups) baby arugula 1 cup sliced almonds, toasted Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 

Corn Fried Rice

Corn Fried Rice

Prep = 10 min; Inactive = 0 min; Cook = 5 min Ingredients 1 Egg Peanut Oil 4 scallions, sliced on bias 1 clove of garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon sugar salt 1 tablespoon rice wine 1 cup frozen corn, thawed 2 cups rice, cooked Directions 

Ravioli Alfredo

Ravioli Alfredo

Prep = 10 min; Inactive = 0 min; Cook = 10 min; 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Kosher salt
  • 2 9-ounce packages mushroom ravioli
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ravioli and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water, then drain the ravioli.

Combine the butter, cream and peas in a large skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat; cook 1 minute. Add the ravioli, cheese, nutmeg and a splash of the reserved cooking water to the skillet and toss. Add more cooking water to thin the sauce, if needed. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls and top with the parsley.

Per serving: Calories 537; Fat 32 g (Saturated 19 g); Cholesterol 127 mg; Sodium 574 mg; Carbohydrate 42 g; Fiber 3 g; Protein 17 g

 

Fried Butter

Fried Butter

Prep = 20 min; Inactive = 2 hr; Cook = 5 min; 30 balls Ingredients 2 sticks butter 2 ounces cream cheese Salt and pepper 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 egg, beaten 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs Peanut oil, for frying Directions Cream the butter,