Recipes by Madison House Chef (Page 4)
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Fudgy Brownies: Chewy Edge VS. Moist CenterChewy edge or moist center? That’s the dilemma.Do you realize that it is now possible to purchase a baking pan where every piece has an edge. Really! There’s no endorsement here, just a certain curiosity… though while I’m mentioning it, the website is hilarious.These chewy and moist brownies tickle the taste buds in every bite.Don’t… |
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Moo Shu Pork with Mandarin PancakesThis version of Moo Shu pork was a wonderful surprise that everyone at the table ate and enjoyed. I must add that this was better than any MSG laden, Chinese carry out Moo Shu I’ve ever eaten.Plus, the mandarin pancakes were simple and tasted good as a vehicle for the veg or as a stand alone carb (per MELG).I modified the Moo Shu pork… |
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Peanut Butter FudgeCreamy peanut butter fudge that is sure to delight any sweet tooth.Ken was a little skeptical at first since it’s made in the microwave and not on the stove top. Would there be enough control of temperature and checking for the consistency of the candy? Yes. The recipe appears to be fool proof as peanut butter is much less… |
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Basic Tomato Sauce / Sugo de pomodoro all napoletanaThis very basic tomato sauce is quick, easy and most of all delizioso! It works best with fresh tomatoes, but canned will also work.Basic Tomato SauceSugo de Pomodor all Napolentana4 servingsThis recipe from The Ultimate Italian Cookbook: Over 200 authentic recipes from all over Italy, step-by-step by Carla Capalbo1. Heat the oil in… |
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White Bean Soup / Minestrone di fagioliThis flavorful White Bean Soup, served with fresh bread, provides a simple, hearty meal. The recipe serves 4-6 people. If you’re cooking for one or two people, it’s still worth making a full recipe as it is easy to heat up the next day as an encore performance either as a meal itself or as a soup course to accompany a protein, a… |
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Mini Pecan Tarts (with tips for preparation)On Friday of this week we are having a small party – desserts and coffee (though actually we’ve more red wine drinkers than coffee drinkers). I finalized the menu and shopped on Monday and then began the baking. Yesterday was peanut butter chocolate kiss cookies and simple sugar cookies (Alton Brown) that will be filled with… |
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Duck Breast with Red Wine ReductionThe key to unlocking all of the flavor this simple duck preparation is two fold: 1) rendering the fat and then spooning it over the breasts while they cook and 2) the red wine reduction. This simple preparation creates a rich and sweet meat.INGREDIENTSCombine over medium heat, turn temperature to medium low and reduce to about… |
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Sweet and Sour Shrimp (with photos)When we lived in South Bend there was a tiny, delightful, store front Thai restaurant downtown that had the most amazing tofu stir fry (for lack of a better title or term), Thai spring rolls, and a sweet and sour sauce for the spring rolls that was simply amazing. It was a perfect blend of sweet and savory/sour with a hint of heat.… |
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Gingerbread House Part 1: Recipe and BakingWhat a festive way to celebrate – by making a Gingerbread House!GINGERBREAD HOUSEbased on the recipe from the Williams-Sonoma KitchenINGREDIENTSDIRECTIONSMake the Cookie DoughHave all ingredients at room temperature.Sift together the flour, soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, all spice and salt. Set aside.In the bowl of an… |
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Tortilla Soup (with photos)This is a reworking of our original version of Tortilla Soup. This recipe is incredibly flavorful and since it’s an easily modifiable recipe, the ‘heat’ is determined by your preference.Enjoy my homemade tortilla strips in this luscious soup.TORTILLA SOUPINGREDIENTSDIRECTIONSMelt 1/2 T butter and 1/2 T olive oil in 2 1/2 quart… |
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