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POTATOES ANNA
By Silvermama
Using a cast iron skillet produces a crisp crust
- 1 tsp kosher salt or sea salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2.5 tbs unsalted butter
- 3 lbs peeled baking potatoes, cut into 1/8 inch slices
- 1 tbs unsalted butter, melted and divided
- 1 tbs chopped parsley
POTATO GRATIN WITH PROCINI MUSHROOMS-MASCARPONE CHEESE
By Silvermama
This is an "Epicurious" recipe that I have tried on four occasions and have found that 2 oz
- 4 oz dried Procini mushrooms
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 tbs (1/4 stick) butter
- 2 tbs olive oil
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbs grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups mascarpone cheese (from about 1 1/2 7 oz containers)
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 2 1/2 lbs russet potatoes (about 5 large), peeled, cut crosswise into 1/8 inch slices
SANGRIA! SANGRIA!
By Silvermama
In a large pitcher or bowl, mix together the brandy, lemon juice, lemonade concentrate, orange juice, red wine, tri...
- 1/2 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/3 cup frozen lemonade concentrate
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- 1 (750 milliliter) bottle dry red wine
- 1/2 cup triple sec
- 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
- 1 orange, sliced into rounds
- 1 lime, sliced into rounds
- 1/4 cup white sugar (optional)
- 8 maraschino cherries
- 2 cups carbonated water (optional)
POTATO ONION GRATIN
By Silvermama
Can be made ahead. 6 SERVINGS
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided. plus
- more for brushing
- 4 cups thinly sliced onions
- 3 large garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled,
- sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black
- pepper
- 1/4 cups low-salt chicken broth
BACON AND WILD MUSHROOM RISOTTO
By Silvermama
1. Bring Homemade Chicken Stock to a simmer in a small saucepan (do not boil); keep warm over low heat
- 4 cups Homemade Chicken Stock
- 6 bacon slices, chopped
- 1 cup chopped shallots
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and sliced
- 4 ounces oyster mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup uncooked Carnaroli or Arborio rice or other medium-grain rice
- 1/3 cup Madeira wine or dry sherry
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated fresh Asiago cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH
By Silvermama
Nice winter side dish. Squash is difficult to cut
- 1 4 lb butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed
- (1 inch cubes)
- 2 tbs olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
ROSEMARY AU GRATIN POTATOES
By Silvermama
If you prefer, thyme or sage can be substituted for the rosemary
- 3 Tbs butter
- 1 cups half and half cream
- 2 Tbs all purpose flour
- 1 Tbs minced fresh rosemary
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried crushed rosemary
- 1/8 tsp white pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1.5 lbs baking potatoes, peeled and
- thinly sliced
- 2/3 cups grated Parmesan cheese
ANISE CHIPOTLE BBQ SAUCE
By Silvermama
If you like this licore flavored herb, you will want to try this sauce
- 4 large cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp roughly ground star anise
- 1 tbs dark molasses
- 1 tbs dark brown sugar
- 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 2-3 chipolte peppers in adoboe sauce,
- chopped
ROSEMARY GARLIC HASH BROWNS
By Silvermama
Pairs well with roasted chicken
- 2 large potatoes, grated
- 2 1/2 tbs oil
- 1 small onion, minced
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 3/4 tsp Rosemary Salt and Pepper
ROASTED SPAGHETTI SQUASH AND HERBS
By Silvermama
Serve with a salad for a vegetarian meal
- 1 spaghetti squash, about 4 lbs, halved lengthwise,
- seeds removed
- 1 tbs olive oil + more for brushing
- 1 tbs light-brown sugar
- Kosher salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (2 1/2 oz)
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup blanched hazelnuts (1 oz) toasted and chopped