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Monday, May 23, 2016

Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 40
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 40 miniature chocolate covered peanut butter cups, unwrapped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 35 mins

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). sift together the flour, salt and baking soda; set aside.
  • cream together the butter, sugar, peanut butter and brown sugar until fluffy. beat in the egg, vanilla and milk. add the flour mixture; mix well. shape into 40 balls and place each into an ungreased mini muffin pan.
  • bake at 375 degrees for about 8 minutes. remove from oven and immediately press a mini peanut butter cup into each ball. cool and carefully remove from pan.

chicken makhani (indian butter chicken)

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 1/4 white onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. saute shallot and onion until soft and translucent. stir in butter, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, cumin and bay leaf. cook, stirring, for 1 minute. add tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in half-and-half and yogurt. reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. season with salt pepper. remove from heat and set aside.
  • heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. cook chicken until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. reduce heat, and season with 1 teaspoon garam masala and cayenne. stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. stir cooked chicken into sauce.
  • mix together cornstarch and water, then stir into the sauce. cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until thickened.

Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 40
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 40 miniature chocolate covered peanut butter cups, unwrapped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 35 mins

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). sift together the flour, salt and baking soda; set aside.
  • cream together the butter, sugar, peanut butter and brown sugar until fluffy. beat in the egg, vanilla and milk. add the flour mixture; mix well. shape into 40 balls and place each into an ungreased mini muffin pan.
  • bake at 375 degrees for about 8 minutes. remove from oven and immediately press a mini peanut butter cup into each ball. cool and carefully remove from pan.

chewy peanut butter chocolate chip cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chopped semisweet chocolate

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
  • in a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth. beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the corn syrup, water, and vanilla. combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the peanut butter mixture. fold in chocolate chunks. drop by 1/4 cupfuls 3 inches apart ungreased baking sheets.
  • bake for 12 to 14 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are golden. allow cookies to cool for 1 minute on the cookie sheet before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

oatmeal peanut butter cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup margarine, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup quick-cooking oats

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • in a large bowl, cream together shortening, margarine, brown sugar, white sugar, and peanut butter until smooth. beat in the eggs one at a time until well blended. combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture. mix in the oats until just combined. drop by teaspoonfuls ungreased cookie sheets.
  • bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until just light brown. don't over-bake. cool and store in an airtight container.

all that's good cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 3
  • 1 1/4 cups white sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup chocolate syrup
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter chips
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Recipe

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease cookie sheets.
  • in a medium bowl, cream together the white sugar, brown sugar and butter. stir in the eggs and vanilla until well blended, then stir in the chocolate syrup. sift together the flour, cocoa and baking soda, stir into the chocolate mixture until just combined. finally, stir in the peanut butter chips and chocolate chips.
  • drop by teaspoonfuls the prepared cookie sheets. bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. remove to cool on wire racks.

kung pao chicken

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons white
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 ounce hot chile paste
  • 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
  • 4 ounces chopped peanuts

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins

  • to make marinade: combine 1 tablespoon , 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon cornstarch/water mixture and mix together. place chicken pieces in a glass dish or bowl and add marinade. toss to coat. cover dish and place in refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  • to make sauce: in a small bowl combine 1 tablespoon , 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon cornstarch/water mixture, chili paste, vinegar and sugar. mix together and add green onion, garlic, water chestnuts and peanuts. in a medium skillet, heat sauce slowly until aromatic.
  • meanwhile, remove chicken from marinade and saute in a large skillet until meat is white and juices run clear. when sauce is aromatic, add sauteed chicken to it and let simmer together until sauce thickens.

chicken makhani (indian butter chicken)

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 1/4 white onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. saute shallot and onion until soft and translucent. stir in butter, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, cumin and bay leaf. cook, stirring, for 1 minute. add tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in half-and-half and yogurt. reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. season with salt pepper. remove from heat and set aside.
  • heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. cook chicken until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. reduce heat, and season with 1 teaspoon garam masala and cayenne. stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. stir cooked chicken into sauce.
  • mix together cornstarch and water, then stir into the sauce. cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until thickened.

classic peanut butter cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup crunchy peanut butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins

  • cream butter, peanut butter, and sugars together in a bowl; beat in eggs.
  • in a separate bowl, sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; stir into butter mixture. put dough in refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • roll dough into 1 inch balls and put on baking sheets. flatten each ball with a fork, making a crisscross pattern. bake in a preheated 375 degrees f oven for about 10 minutes or until cookies begin to brown.

Sunday, May 22, 2016

no bake cookies iii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup margarine
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3 cups quick cooking oats
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

    Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins

  • in a saucepan bring sugar, cocoa, margarine, milk, and salt to a rapid boil for 1 minute.
  • add quick cooking oats, peanut butter, and vanilla; mix well.
  • working quickly, drop by teaspoonfuls waxed paper, and let cool.

Peanut Butter Mini Candy-coated Chocolates Cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 3/4 cup butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 3/4 cups mini candy-coated chocolates

Recipe

  • in a large bowl, cream butter or margarine, peanut butter, and sugar until light and fluffy. beat in egg and vanilla. combine flour, baking soda, and salt; blend into creamed mixture. stir in 1 1/3 cups mini candy-coated chocolates.
  • shape dough into 1 1/4 inch balls. place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. gently flatten to about 1/2 inch thickness. place 7 to 8 of the remaining candies on each cookie; press in lightly.
  • bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are light brown. do not over bake! cool about 1 minute on cookie sheets; transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely.

peanut butter noodles

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons hot chile paste (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces udon noodles
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 25 mins

  • bring a large pot of water to a boil. add noodles and cook until tender according to package directions. drain.
  • meanwhile, combine chicken broth, ginger, soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. cook over medium heat until peanut butter melts and is heated through. add noodles, and toss to coat. garnish with green onions and peanuts.

peanut butter noodles

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons hot chile paste (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces udon noodles
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 25 mins

  • bring a large pot of water to a boil. add noodles and cook until tender according to package directions. drain.
  • meanwhile, combine chicken broth, ginger, soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. cook over medium heat until peanut butter melts and is heated through. add noodles, and toss to coat. garnish with green onions and peanuts.

Saturday, May 21, 2016

chewy peanut butter chocolate chip cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chopped semisweet chocolate

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
  • in a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth. beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the corn syrup, water, and vanilla. combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the peanut butter mixture. fold in chocolate chunks. drop by 1/4 cupfuls 3 inches apart ungreased baking sheets.
  • bake for 12 to 14 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are golden. allow cookies to cool for 1 minute on the cookie sheet before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

classic peanut butter cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup crunchy peanut butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins

  • cream butter, peanut butter, and sugars together in a bowl; beat in eggs.
  • in a separate bowl, sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; stir into butter mixture. put dough in refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • roll dough into 1 inch balls and put on baking sheets. flatten each ball with a fork, making a crisscross pattern. bake in a preheated 375 degrees f oven for about 10 minutes or until cookies begin to brown.

no bake cookies iii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup margarine
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3 cups quick cooking oats
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

    Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins

  • in a saucepan bring sugar, cocoa, margarine, milk, and salt to a rapid boil for 1 minute.
  • add quick cooking oats, peanut butter, and vanilla; mix well.
  • working quickly, drop by teaspoonfuls waxed paper, and let cool.

Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg

Recipe

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (180 degrees c).
  • combine ingredients and drop by teaspoonfuls on cookie sheet. bake for 8 minutes. let cool. recipe doesn't make very many, so you could double recipe as you desire.

raisin peanut butter bran cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup whole bran cereal
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups raisins
  • 2 cups rolled oats

Recipe

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line cookie sheets with aluminum foil or baking parchment.
  • in a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. add peanut butter and sugar and stir until melted. remove from heat.
  • transfer to large mixing bowl and stir in bran cereal. stir in eggs and vanilla and mix well. fold in raisins and oatmeal and stir until well blended.
  • sift together flour and baking soda and add to mixture. mix thoroughly.
  • drop dough by tablespoonfuls cookie sheets. dip a fork into water and press to flatten dough to 1/2 inch thickness.
  • bake for 15 minutes, or until cookies are lightly colored. reverse sheet once during baking time. let stand on wire racks to cool.

Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg

Recipe

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (180 degrees c).
  • combine ingredients and drop by teaspoonfuls on cookie sheet. bake for 8 minutes. let cool. recipe doesn't make very many, so you could double recipe as you desire.

oatmeal peanut butter cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup margarine, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup quick-cooking oats

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • in a large bowl, cream together shortening, margarine, brown sugar, white sugar, and peanut butter until smooth. beat in the eggs one at a time until well blended. combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture. mix in the oats until just combined. drop by teaspoonfuls ungreased cookie sheets.
  • bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until just light brown. don't over-bake. cool and store in an airtight container.

carrot rice

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon margarine
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 3/4 cup grated carrots
  • salt to taste
  • cayenne pepper to taste
  • chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • combine rice and water in a medium saucepan. bring to a boil over high heat. reduce heat to low, cover with lid, and allow to steam until tender, about 20 minutes.
  • while rice is cooking, grind peanuts in a blender and set aside. heat the margarine in a skillet over medium heat. stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned golden brown about 10 minutes. stir in ginger, carrots, and salt to taste. reduce heat to low and cover to steam 5 minutes. stir in cayenne pepper and peanuts. when rice is done, add it to skillet and stir gently to combine with other ingredients. garnish with chopped cilantro.

kung pao chicken

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons white
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 ounce hot chile paste
  • 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
  • 4 ounces chopped peanuts

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins

  • to make marinade: combine 1 tablespoon , 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon cornstarch/water mixture and mix together. place chicken pieces in a glass dish or bowl and add marinade. toss to coat. cover dish and place in refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  • to make sauce: in a small bowl combine 1 tablespoon , 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon cornstarch/water mixture, chili paste, vinegar and sugar. mix together and add green onion, garlic, water chestnuts and peanuts. in a medium skillet, heat sauce slowly until aromatic.
  • meanwhile, remove chicken from marinade and saute in a large skillet until meat is white and juices run clear. when sauce is aromatic, add sauteed chicken to it and let simmer together until sauce thickens.

Friday, May 20, 2016

Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 40
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 40 miniature chocolate covered peanut butter cups, unwrapped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 35 mins

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). sift together the flour, salt and baking soda; set aside.
  • cream together the butter, sugar, peanut butter and brown sugar until fluffy. beat in the egg, vanilla and milk. add the flour mixture; mix well. shape into 40 balls and place each into an ungreased mini muffin pan.
  • bake at 375 degrees for about 8 minutes. remove from oven and immediately press a mini peanut butter cup into each ball. cool and carefully remove from pan.

chicken makhani (indian butter chicken)

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 1/4 white onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. saute shallot and onion until soft and translucent. stir in butter, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, cumin and bay leaf. cook, stirring, for 1 minute. add tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in half-and-half and yogurt. reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. season with salt pepper. remove from heat and set aside.
  • heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. cook chicken until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. reduce heat, and season with 1 teaspoon garam masala and cayenne. stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. stir cooked chicken into sauce.
  • mix together cornstarch and water, then stir into the sauce. cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until thickened.

bacon pancake strips with maple-peanut butter sauce

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 8 slices bacon
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter, or as needed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c). line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • arrange bacon slices on the prepared baking sheet.
  • bake in the preheated oven until browned and crisp, about 15 minutes; drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • combine maple syrup, peanut butter, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan over medium-high heat; cook and stir until sauce is smooth and heated through, about 5 minutes. reduce heat to low and keep sauce warm.
  • whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt together in a large bowl. whisk buttermilk, egg, and olive oil together in a separate bowl; slowly pour into flour mixture and whisk until batter is smooth.
  • heat a griddle or flat skillet over medium heat; spread melted butter on surface to coat. arrange bacon slices about 2 inches apart on the hot griddle, working in batches if needed.
  • slowly pour batter over each bacon strip; cook until start to form on top and edges are dry, 2 to 3 minutes. flip pancakes and cook until other side is golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. serve with warm maple-peanut butter sauce.

Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 40
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 40 miniature chocolate covered peanut butter cups, unwrapped

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 35 mins

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). sift together the flour, salt and baking soda; set aside.
  • cream together the butter, sugar, peanut butter and brown sugar until fluffy. beat in the egg, vanilla and milk. add the flour mixture; mix well. shape into 40 balls and place each into an ungreased mini muffin pan.
  • bake at 375 degrees for about 8 minutes. remove from oven and immediately press a mini peanut butter cup into each ball. cool and carefully remove from pan.

chewy peanut butter chocolate chip cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chopped semisweet chocolate

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
  • in a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth. beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the corn syrup, water, and vanilla. combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the peanut butter mixture. fold in chocolate chunks. drop by 1/4 cupfuls 3 inches apart ungreased baking sheets.
  • bake for 12 to 14 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are golden. allow cookies to cool for 1 minute on the cookie sheet before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

oatmeal peanut butter cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup margarine, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup quick-cooking oats

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • in a large bowl, cream together shortening, margarine, brown sugar, white sugar, and peanut butter until smooth. beat in the eggs one at a time until well blended. combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture. mix in the oats until just combined. drop by teaspoonfuls ungreased cookie sheets.
  • bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until just light brown. don't over-bake. cool and store in an airtight container.

Thursday, May 19, 2016

peanut butter noodles

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons hot chile paste (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces udon noodles
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 25 mins

  • bring a large pot of water to a boil. add noodles and cook until tender according to package directions. drain.
  • meanwhile, combine chicken broth, ginger, soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. cook over medium heat until peanut butter melts and is heated through. add noodles, and toss to coat. garnish with green onions and peanuts.

chicken makhani (indian butter chicken)

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 1/4 white onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. saute shallot and onion until soft and translucent. stir in butter, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, cumin and bay leaf. cook, stirring, for 1 minute. add tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in half-and-half and yogurt. reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. season with salt pepper. remove from heat and set aside.
  • heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. cook chicken until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. reduce heat, and season with 1 teaspoon garam masala and cayenne. stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. stir cooked chicken into sauce.
  • mix together cornstarch and water, then stir into the sauce. cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until thickened.

peanut butter noodles

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons hot chile paste (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces udon noodles
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 25 mins

  • bring a large pot of water to a boil. add noodles and cook until tender according to package directions. drain.
  • meanwhile, combine chicken broth, ginger, soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. cook over medium heat until peanut butter melts and is heated through. add noodles, and toss to coat. garnish with green onions and peanuts.

classic peanut butter cookies

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup crunchy peanut butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins

  • cream butter, peanut butter, and sugars together in a bowl; beat in eggs.
  • in a separate bowl, sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; stir into butter mixture. put dough in refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • roll dough into 1 inch balls and put on baking sheets. flatten each ball with a fork, making a crisscross pattern. bake in a preheated 375 degrees f oven for about 10 minutes or until cookies begin to brown.

no bake cookies iii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup margarine
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3 cups quick cooking oats
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

    Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins

  • in a saucepan bring sugar, cocoa, margarine, milk, and salt to a rapid boil for 1 minute.
  • add quick cooking oats, peanut butter, and vanilla; mix well.
  • working quickly, drop by teaspoonfuls waxed paper, and let cool.