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Basic Tomato Sauce / Sugo de pomodoro all napoletana

Basic Tomato Sauce / Sugo de pomodoro all napoletana by Madison House Chef

This 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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Moo Shu Pork with Mandarin Pancakes

Moo Shu Pork with Mandarin Pancakes by Madison House Chef

This 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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Fudgy Brownies: Chewy Edge VS. Moist Center

Fudgy Brownies: Chewy Edge VS. Moist Center by Madison House Chef

Chewy 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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Red Cabbage

Red Cabbage by Madison House Chef

Cooking red cabbage reminds me of my grandmother’s dinner table with a vague recollection people, family probably, eating bone in pork chops.The warm savory cabbage comes through my family of origin as a German food – probably inspired by the peasants for whom simple meals of winter crops that would last through extended cold snaps…

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Using Yeast from Home Brewed Beer to make Bread

Using Yeast from Home Brewed Beer to make Bread by Madison House Chef

first loafThe ongoing search for the best fresh bread.These lovely loaves were created with the same basic bread dough recipe we use, but the yeast used was from the bottom of the fermenting barrel from the Belgian ale that Ken brewed.When Ken first brewed the beer I wondered aloud whether or not the yeast would be suitable for baking…

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Cardamom Cookies

Cardamom Cookies by Madison House Chef

When I think of cardamom, my waters for a Christmas time favorite cardamom bread. But Gregory, hungry for cookies and eager to bake, discovered this recipe in the always faithful Good Housekeeping Illustrated Cookbook. He’s a fan of the savory cardamom spice and decided to give these a try.It’s also worth noting that this is a cookie…

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Guinness and Baileys Cupcakes

Guinness and Baileys Cupcakes by Madison House Chef

I wasn’t a cupcake fan until I discovered these ... Guinness and Bailey’s Cupcakes.These little gems are a delight; dark chocolaty flavor and very rich.Thanks and credit go to Smitten Kitchen whose delicious blog introduced me to these decadent temptations and Annie’s Eats who helped me to refine the details to fit to our own…

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Mace Cookies (Great for Cookie Cutters)

Mace Cookies (Great for Cookie Cutters) by Madison House Chef

Written on the back of an old envelope, this is one of my favorite cookie recipes of all time, especially for making cut out cookies to decorate with colorful sprinkling sugar, like these Valentine's cookies.Family: Can you identify this envelope? Hint below…(HINT: In the original photo the envelope has the return home address of my…

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Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Chicken Bites

Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Chicken Bites by Madison House Chef

These bacon wrapped jalapeno chicken bites were extraordinary.The technique for preparation was quite easy and the result a combination of salty, creamy, and spicy. By grilling them over a medium heat the bacon becomes crispy and the chicken perfectly done without being overcooked or dry. The other benefit of the charcoal grill is the…

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Baked Salmon with Fresh Baby Spinach

Baked Salmon with Fresh Baby Spinach by Madison House Chef

This is still one of our all time favorite ways to eat baked salmon; even the kids eat it.When I first posted this recipe we were eager to eat and thus I missed the photo op prior to the first bite. This time I clicked the shutter just prior to the first application of the fork.The sauce has a pan asian flair with the sweet orange…

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