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The Best French Onion Soup (…ever!)

The Best French Onion Soup (…ever!)
The last recipe I posted for French Onion soup was from Cook’s Illustrated and the soup came out great. So when I saw that they had an updated recipe, I had to give it a try. The big change between the recipes was that the updated version calls for caramelizing the onions in the oven rather than on the stove top. The Best French Onion Soup From: Cook’s Illustrated Serves 6 Notes: For the best flavor, make the soup a day or 2 in advance. Soup 3 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into 3 pieces6 large yellow onions (about 4 pounds), halved and cut pole to pole into 1/4-inch-thick slices (Make sure you get Yellow)Table salt2 cups water, plus extra for deglazing1/2 cup dry sherry4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (They recommend Swanson Certified Organic Free Range Chicken Broth )2 cups beef broth (They recommend Pacific Beef Broth)6 sprigs fresh thyme , tied with kitchen twine1 bay leafGround black pepper Cheese Croutons Directions: For the soup: For the croutons: To serve: Equipment Used:

Homemade CinnaBuns- The easy way! These cinnamon rolls have power behind them – real power. You could pretty much get anything you wanted if you showed up toting a plate of these babies, warm with icing oozing down the side. Regardless of their power, though, I want you to try to use them only for good. Rather than taking over the world (which I am waiting ’til I get both kids in school to do because I just don’t have the time needed to run it until I have at least another hour free each day), you can use them as wonderful gifts of gratitude and tokens of caring. I especially love that I can make these ahead of time and put them in the fridge to pop in the oven first thing in the morning – which makes your gifts of gratitude and tokens of caring all the more easier to provide! I have been making these for years but only in the past few have I started using the shortcut method. In fact, my husband prefers them! *Note: I’m using super cheap cinnamon. I will always remain true to myself. Mix those up. ~sighs~ Like this.

The Life-Changing Loaf of Bread It took me a long time to settle on the title for this post. Why? Because it’s quite a statement to suggest that a humble loaf of bread will change your life. I am willing to be so bold. When I began eating healthier, bread was definitely on my hit list. Now, that isn’t to say that my love affair with bread ended there. People often ask me why I don’t bake my own bread, and the answer is simple: the Danes just do it better. It wasn’t until I went for lunch at a friend’s place a couple weeks ago that my life changed. Friendly Fiber: Psyllium Seed HusksYou’re probably asking yourself how the heck this bread holds itself together without any flour. Psyllium seed husks are one of nature’s most absorbent fibers, able to suck up over ten times their weight in water. Psyllium seed husks contain both soluble and insoluble fiber. But what does this have to do with bread? Psyllium is available at health food stores and most pharmacies. Now, allow me to explain the title. Third. Directions: 1. 1.

Hearty Tortilla Soup Hope y’all had a wonderful Mother’s Day and got to spend time with your families. We missed having my recently deceased mother-in-law with us but it was a perfect day otherwise. One of the best parts was having dinner catered at our house. My husband outdid himself to arrange a trouble-free day for all the moms. Because of all the activities this weekend, I pulled out a recipe I’ve been saving for awhile. Tortilla soup comes in so many forms. By virtue of its name, all tortilla soups contain corn tortillas. Cut tortillas into small pieces and fry to garnish soup (and eat on the side). Hearty Tortilla Soup Author: Adapted from Stop and Smell the Rosemary, published by the Junior League of Houston. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Adapted from Stop and Smell the Rosemary, published by the Junior League of Houston. If you like Tex-Mex, you may want to check these out: Beefy Bean and Frito Burgers Green Chili Enchiladas Southwestern Roasted Stuffed Peppers

Garlic and Basil Bruschetta Bites Finger foods are my favorite kind of food—to eat but not to make. That’s because they usually take a bit more work to put together than the full-size versions. Luckily, that’s not the case with these delicious bruschetta bites. They’re bursting with flavor and can be assembled in 15 minutes or less! So, preheat your oven, grab a loaf of your favorite baguette, and get out the cutting board. Bruschetta bites are the perfect edible addition to any gathering, and they’re great to serve at holiday parties. Baked Bruschetta Bites 15 sugar plum tomatoes, diced 12 basil leaves, cut into ribbons 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 Tbsp. onion powder 1 tsp. olive oil 1 tsp. soy sauce 1 tsp. black pepper 1/2 loaf French baguette, thinly sliced Preheat the oven to 350ºF.In a bowl, combine all the ingredients except the bread and mix well. Makes 4 servings

How to Make Bagels: A User's Manual at Epicurious While making bagels may seem challenging to home cooks, it's actually not as complicated as you might think. But before we get into the specific recipe and bagel-making process, let's explore a few urban myths: Do You Need a Special Type of Flour to Make Bagels? No. Is Barley Malt Syrup Essential to That Distinctive Bagel Taste? Yes and no. Barley malt syrup is available at most supermarkets, but if you can't find it, use brown rice syrup, honey, or agave. Can You Make Good Bagels in One Day? While not a difficult or labor-intensive process, bagel making is a two-day affair. The other reason for bagels' tight crumb is the fact that the dough is usually not given a first rise or fermentation, but is instead shaped immediately after it's mixed and then placed in a cool place such as a refrigerator or proofing box (anywhere that's about 40°F or colder) to slowly ferment overnight. Must True Bagels Be Boiled or Can They Be Steamed?

Scharfe Entensuppe (Rezept mit Bild) von Aurora perfekt! sehr gut gut geht so schlecht sehr schlecht Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung! Zutaten Zubereitung Arbeitszeit: ca. 30 Min. / Schwierigkeitsgrad: normal / Kalorien p. Entenbrust in feine Streifen schneiden. Wisconsin Beer Cheese Soup February 21, 2011 Wisconsin Beer Cheese Soup Having grown up in Wisconsin, there were certain foods that I came to enjoy as a part of everyday life. Bratwurst cooked on the grill. So in the spirit of true cheesehead pride, I have created this recipe as a salute to the state where I grew up. In other news, the big day is finally here! Ingredients Needed: 1 Tbsp Butter 1 Onion, Chopped 2 Carrots, Chopped 2 Celery Sticks, Chopped 2 Cloves of Garlic, Minced 4 Tbsp of Flour 1 Cup Beer (any nice pilsner or lager will do) 4 Cups Broth (Veggie or Chicken) 1/2 Cup Half & Half 2 Cups of Wisconsin Sharp Cheddar, Shredded 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce (Sub soy sauce for the vegetarian version) 1/4 tsp Pepper 1/8 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Salt to Taste Start out by melting up the butter on medium heat. Add the flour to the pan and stir it in well. Next up you’ll add in the beer and the broth. Grab your immersion blender and smooth out your soup.

Pepperoni Pizza Puffs If I ask my kids what they want for dinner, there's a ninety percent chance they will say pizza. They love it, as most kids do. I guess I have an affection for it too, but we don't indulge too often. So when my kids came home from school and I had this afternoon snack waiting for them, they were pretty excited to be having pizza at 3 PM. These are the simplest, yummiest little bites. If you have a mini muffin pan you are good to go. Preheat oven to 375o. Stir the batter and divide among the mini-muffin cups. Microwave the pizza sauce until warmed through, then stir in 1 Tablespoon basil. Sprinkle the puffs with the remaining 1 Tablespoon basil. Print Recipe Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder3/4 cup whole milk1 large egg lightly beaten 4 oz shredded whole milk mozzarella4 oz pepperoni, cut into small cubes1/2 cup pizza sauce2 Tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil Directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

How Sweet It Is Grünkohl, wie ihn Mutter kochte perfekt! sehr gut gut geht so schlecht sehr schlecht Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung! Sie haben dieses Bild bereits bewertet! Zutaten Zubereitung Arbeitszeit: ca. 30 Min. Gänseschmalz in einem großen Topf erhitzen und die fein gewürfelten Zwiebeln darin anschwitzen. Cream of Potato, Bacon Soup with Croutons and White Truffle Oil at Cooking Melangery This is deliciously creamy soup makes a special beginning to a holiday feast. Serve this flavorful soup with a white truffle oil, homemade croutons, bacon - or, for special occasions, with a spoonful of caviar. Ingredients: 4 bacon slices 4 Tbs. (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 1 yellow onion, chopped celery chopped 1 lb.potatoes, peeled and cubed2-3 celery stalks, chopped3 garlic cloves, chopped 6 cups vegetable or chicken stock1/4 cup heavy cream salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste white truffle oil for servinghomemade croutons for serving Directions:Homemade croutons are simple to prepare: Toss small cubes of day-old bread with a little extra-virgin olive oil, salt and freshly ground pepper. Heat a cast-iron fry pan over medium-high heat. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are tender, 12 to 20 minutes.

Garlic Shrimp with Basil, Tomatoes, and Pepper Flakes [Photo: Blake Royer] I'm not sure I'll ever quite tire of the magical combination of garlic and chile—when a recipe begins with a little olive oil and garlic and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, I know we're off to a good start. I'm even more inclined when the involved recipe requires about 10 minutes of cooking and hardly any chopping to boot. I pulled this one from So Easy by Ellie Kreiger, which is full of health-conscious recipes that pack a lot of flavor.

Pineapple Bark Chicken with Grilled Pineapple and Guacamole Ingredients • 1 large whole pineapple • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts • Salt and ground black pepper • Ground cumin • Cayenne pepper • 1/2 small red onion, diced • 1 jalapeno, seeds removed, diced • 2 avocados, pitted and chopped • Juice of 1 lime • 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro Using pineapple bark in the same way you would use a cedar plank to grill, infuses the meat with a delicate sweetness, and keeps it moist and juicy. The enzymes in the pineapple also help to tenderize the meat. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

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