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Skillet Gnocchi with Mushrooms
By mommypop
In a large cast iron or nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- One 17.5-ounce package gnocchi
- 2 large shallots, diced
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup diced roasted red pepper
- Pinch of cayenne
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
- Get Cooking: http://www.cooking.com/recipes-and-more/recipes/skillet-gnocchi-wild-mushrooms-recipe?CCAID=cknwrdne04984at&s=s2015585358s&mid=2080408&rid=2015585358#ixzz3PrQRGvba
Chocolate Chip Pound Cake
By mommypop
Place rack in center of oven
- Cake:
- 5 oz. unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese at room temperature
- 2 1/4 cups sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 Tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 all purpose flour
- 1 tsp each baking soda and salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- Chocolate Sauce:
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
Grilled Salmon with Orzo Salad
By mommypop
In a strainer set over a medium bowl, toss the cucumber, tomatoes and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and let drain for 15...
- 1 cucumber, peeled, halved, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch dice
- 4 plum tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 pound orzo (about 1 cup)
- 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- Fresh-ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet, about 1 inch thick, cut into 4 pieces
- Grated zest of 1/2 lemon
- Get Cooking: http://www.cooking.com/recipes-and-more/recipes/grilled-salmon-with-orzo-salad-recipe-2412.aspx#ixzz3dBCqgrDw
Lasagna
By mommypop
In large skillet brown ground beef in oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 Tbsp salad oil
- 1 jar (32 oz) pasta sauce
- 1/2 pkg lasagna noodles
- 1 lb ricotta cheese
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
Vegetable Quesadillas with Fresh Salsa
By mommypop
In a bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, cilantro, juice, cumin and salt
- 4 medium plum tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tablespoon chopped chipotle chiles in adobo
- 4 fat-free 8-inch flour (or whole-wheat) tortillas
- 1 avocado, thinly sliced
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar
Farro with Artichokes and Herb Salad
By mommypop
In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 carrot finely diced
- 1 small celery root peeled and finely diced
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 celery ribs, 1 finely diced and 1 thinly sliced, plus 1/2 cup celery leaves
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cups farro (14 ounces)
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken (or vegetable) broth
- salt and freshly ground pepper
- 3 tablespoons grated Grana Padano cheese plus shaved cheese for garnish
- 4 ounces marinated baby artichokes drained and halved (3/4 cup)
- 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
- 1/4 cup snipped chives
- 1 tablespoon tarragon leaves
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies
By mommypop
Heat oven to 375 F. Beat shortening and brown sugar in large bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until lig...
- 3/4 stick Butter Flavor Shortening
- 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp milk
- 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 (6 oz.) pkg chocolate chips
Baked Stuffed Shrimp
By mommypop
1. Devein and butterfly shrimp laying them out on a greased cookie sheet
- 1 2-lb bag of the largest shrimp you can find
- 1/2 lb leg crab meat
- 1 1/2 sleeves of crushed Ritz cracker crumbs
- 1/2 small onion finely chopped
- 4-6 Tbsp butter
- 1 splash of olive oil
Crab and Avocado Salad with Ginger Vinaigrette
By mommypop
In a blender, combine the ginger, lemon zest, lemon juice, vinegar, scallions, soy sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon of the s...
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger
- Grated zest of 1/2 lemon
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or rice-wine vinegar
- 2 scallions including green tops, chopped
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup cooking oil
- 3/4 pound watercress, tough stems removed (about 2 quarts)
- 1/2 head romaine lettuce (about 3/4 pound), cut crosswise into 1-inch strips (about 2 quarts)
- 2 ripe avocados, preferably Haas, diced
- 1/2 pound lump crab meat, picked free of shell
Skillet gnocchi with sundried tomatoes
By mommypop
1. boil a large pot of water
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2-3 cloves of garlic
- 3/4 tsp basil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1/2 jar sundried tomatoes
- 1 large handful of spinach
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1 portabello mushrooms
- 1 large package of gnocchi