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SANDRA’S APPLE PIE SPICE BLEND (soooo many uses)…
The perfect combination I use in all my apple recipes. Also, tea or oatmeal addition, desserts, etc… Yield: 1/2 cup Prep: 5 Mins. INGREDIENTS: 12 teaspoons ground cinnamon 3 teaspoons freshly ground nutmeg 3 teaspoons cardamom 3/4 teaspoons ground ginger 1/4 + 1/8 teaspoon allspice METHOD: Combine all dry ingredients, mix and store in a 1/2-cup mini mason jar, label, store in a dark place, then enjoy! I use this in my homemade pies, oatmeal, apple bread, apple pies, cookies, teas, cocktails, homemade ice cream, and everything apple! Note: I use organic spices, so have toned down the amounts because organic spices are fresher, therefore stronger; adjust to your liking…
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SANDRA’S MILK CHOCOLATE COCONUT BARS (Easy and Tasty)
The ultimate and most addicting bars ever,and it’s a quick and easy recipe… Yield: 3 Doz. Prep:30 Mins. Bake:28 to 30 Mins. INGREDIENTS: Crust 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar 1 stick (1/2-cup) unsalted butter 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 tsp kosher salt Middle Layer 1 cup (6 oz.) milk chocolate chips Topping 2 whole large eggs, beaten 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 TB all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp kosher salt 1-1/2 cups sweetened coconut METHOD: Preheat oven to 375F. Spray a 13×9″ baking dish; set aside. In a large bowl and pastry cutter or two butter knives, combine crust ingredients until it…
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SANDRA’S TRI-CITRUS COCONUT CREAM CHEESE TART
The most delicious and decadent dessert, as is…or with or without any type of topping… Yield: (One 11″ Tart) – Serves: 8-10 Prep: 20 Mins. Bake: 20 Mins. –Cool: 2 Hrs. at room temperature –Refrigerate: Overnight INGREDIENTS: Nilla Wafer Crust: 2 cups finely crushed nilla wafers (about 50 wafers) 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 1/3 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar Pinch of salt Filling: 1 (14-oz.) can unsweetened coconut milk, chilled overnight—-(you’ll use only the solid coconut cream on top of can,—–NOT liquid coconut milk underneath it, which I save for using in my cereal vs regular milk) 1 (14-oz.) can sweetened condensed milk 8 oz. whipped cream cheese 1/4 cup…
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SANDRA’S OVERNIGHT NO-KNEAD AGAVE ROSEMARY ARTISAN BREAD
The easiest bread recipe I’ve created to date, and it’s very versatile in that you can substitute the herbs, i.e. instead of rosemary, use thyme, fennel seeds, etc… Yield: 1 round loaf Prep: 10 Mins. 1st rise: 9-12 Hrs. 2nd rise: 1-1/2 Hrs. INGREDIENTS: Wet:1-1/2 cups warm water 1/2 teaspoon active/rapid dry yeast (not regular) 1 TB amber agave (or honey) Dry: 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons dried rosemary (not ground) 1-1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper –1 TB melted butter, (to brush top while hot out of oven) METHOD: Note: I proof my bread (let it rise) in the oven, no heat ~ A…
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SANDRA’S EASY CHOCOLATE COCONUT MARSHMALLOW FUDGE
The most creamy and decadent fudge ever! You can also sub out the coconut and marshmallows for chopped nuts, or the chips for other flavors… Yield: 36 squares Prep: 10 Mins. Cook: 5-10 Mins. Chill: 2 Hrs. INGREDIENTS 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 (14-oz can) sweetened condensed milk (not unsweetened evaporated milk) Pinch of kosher salt 1/2 cup finely shredded sweetened coconut 2 cups miniature marshmallows 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract METHOD Line an 8″ square baking dish with foil, leaving extension handles over edges of about 2″. Place a heavy bottom medium saucepan over low heat, add the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and salt. Stir constantly, gently, until…
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SANDRA’S INDIVIDUAL PEACH COBBLERS IN JARS
Another of my recipes I’ve modified for serving at a single setting, as in its whole form goes south when refrigerated should there be leftovers. All my recipes (as each are kitchen-tested) take many modifications until perfected. These individual desserts are cute, decadent and comforting to serve during those cold winter months… Yield: Four (1/2-pint or 8-oz) Mason Jars Prep: 15 Mins. Bake: 40 Mins. INGREDIENTS Cobbler Batter: –Dry: 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon –Wet: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup milk 1 medium egg Filling: 1 (24-oz. jar) sliced peaches (from…
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SANDRA’S SOURDOUGH and AVOCADO PANZANELLA
It’s terrific how these pickled red onions become so crispy while being refrigerated in this flavorful brine giving you a delicious sweet-salty vib… Servings: 4 Prep: 10 Mins. Toast bread cubes: 12 Mins. Let stand: 10 Mins. Sourdough Baguette (recipe) INGREDIENTS Panzanella: 2 cups cubed sourdough baguette (measure after cubing) 2 cups chopped tomatoes (measure after chopping) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1/4 cup sliced pickled red onions 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Final addition: 1 avocado, cut into 1/2″ cubes METHOD Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Arrange the bread cubes…
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SANDRA’S REFRIGERATED PICKLED RED ONIONS
It’s terrific how these pickled red onions become so crispy while being refrigerated in this flavorful brine giving you a delicious sweet-spice vib… Yield: (6) 1/2-Pint Size Mason Jars, or (3) Pint-Size Prep: 15 Mins. Cook Brine: 30 Mins. Refrigerate: Min. of 3 days, or up to 1 month INGREDIENTS: Brine: (*Note: I prepare pots of brine about 6 hours beforehand to ensure it has sufficient time to cool so it’s ready when I began the jarring process. Or, to speed up the cooling process; once the brine has cooled somewhat, carefully place entire pot in sink filled with cold water, just so water is about 1/4 the way up…
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SANDRA’S QUICK ASIAN VEGETABLE STIR-FRY WITH NOODLES
There are times when I have a craving for Asian food, and this quick entree fits the bill perfectly… Servings: 4 to 6Prep: 10 Mins. Cook: 10 Mins. INGREDIENTS Noodles: 8 oz’s (half a box) thin spaghetti noodles, cooked according to package directions Pre-steam broccoli: 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut smaller –(Pre-steam on high for 3 minutes in a covered microwave-able bowl with 2 TBs water) Vegetables: 2 tablespoons Mazola oil 2 cups pre-steamed (above) broccoli florets, drain water beforehand 1 small yellow onion, julienned 1/2 red bell pepper, julienned 1/2 orange bell pepper, julienned 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes –2 green onions, white and…
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SANDRA’S SOURDOUGH SMASHED-AVOCADO BRUSCHETTA
A little bit of heaven in every bite,and these snacks are so easy to prepare with ingredients I generally have on hand… Yield: 8 slices as a side, or 16 as an appetizer Prep: 10 Mins. Bake: 10 Mins. INGREDIENTS Sourdough: Click here for recipe:sourdough baguette 1 (12″) sourdough baguette 1 fresh garlic clove, halved crosswise (for rubbing on hot toasted bread) Spread: 1 smashed avocado Bruschetta: 1 (14.5-oz can) diced Italian seasoned tomatoes*, drained (then squeezed with hands, and chopped finer) 3 large fresh basil leaves, julienned 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon Mazola oil 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Garnish: Feta cheese crumbles METHOD…
