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Really Simple Applesauce Recipe

A no-fuss recipe for homemade applesauce that’s miles above the jarred stuff. Why It Works A mix of different apple varieties produces a nice blend of flavors and textures.Leaving the peel intact adds flavor and is less labor-intensive. Homemade applesauce is ridiculously easy to make, and it’s tastier and healthier than anything from a jar.…

Pappardelle With Chicken, Broccoli & Pesto Sauce

Ingredients:For pesto:cup approximately 2 of basil leavespinch of salt2 cloves of garlic3 tablespoons pine nuts, lightly toasted2 tablespoons pecorino cheese, grated finely2 tablespoons parmesan, grated finely4 tablespoons olive oil(Note: if you don't have pecorino cheese, substitute witFor the pasta:1 cup of pesto125 ml cream2 cups of cooked chicken, shredded2 cups of broccoli florets250 grams pappardelle…

In Search Of The Perfect Loaf..For Loafers

Ingredients:3 cups of bread flour1/4 tsp of yeast2 and 1/4 tsp of Kosher salt1 and 1/2 cup of lukewarm waterInstructions:cups of bread flour1/4 tsp of yeastand 1/4 tsp of Kosher saltand 1/2 cup of lukewarm waterStir everything together with a wooden spoon.You should have a thick, goopy mass of dough.Cover it tightly with plastic wrap…

The Spouse’s Chili

Serves 6-8 Author Notes Even though he is strictly a product of New Jersey, the Spouse has always been 100% Lone Star when it comes to his chili. He became even more of a chili snob once he got onto the chili cookoff trail and started hanging out with folks named Big Jim (Hog’s Breath…

Homemade High-Energy Granola Bars

Ingredients:2 cups Oats (I use quick cooking)1/2 cup raw unsalted Sunflower Seeds1/2 cup raw unsalted Pumpkin Seeds1 cup of raw unsalted SLICED Almonds1/2 cup Wheat Germ1/2 cup Golden Flax Seeds1 cup Honey3 tablespoons Blue Agave Nectar3 tablespoons Butter1/2 teaspoon Salt1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract2 teaspoons Cinnamon1 cup Dried Fruit, chopped (I use a combo of dried…

Wild Scallops With Black Truffle Brandy Reduction and Mashed Great Northern Beans

Ingredients:1 small Black Truffle (~½ oz.)6 mediums to large Wild Scallops (~½ lbs.)1/2 pound Dry Great Northern Beans (or Cannellini)1 large Shallot3 ounces VSOP Brandy2 tablespoons dry White Wine6 tablespoons Olive Oil4 tablespoons butter1 Green Onion, finely choppedInstructions:The night before cooking, rinse the beans and visually inspect for rocks.Cover the beans with water in a…