This is my variation on a southern biscuit recipe that will make a biscuit lover out of a Yankee. Makes 10 to 12 biscuits Vegetable cooking spray1½ cups southern self-rising flour such as White Lily® or Martha White®1 teaspoon granulated sugar½ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper or ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper or cayenne3 tablespoons …
RICE POPOVERS
These puffy bits of bread with steamy centers and crisp crusts are nice for a change but especially good for those allergic to wheat. Makes 8 1½ teaspoons butter, soft1 egg, large½ cup milk, non-fat or low-fat½ cup rice flour¼ teaspoonful cayenne pepper¼ teaspoon salt Preheat oven to 375ºF. Butter eight 2½-inch muffin cups.Put all …
DRIED CHERRY OR CRANBERRY SCONES
These scones are a tasty addition to a Sunday brunch. Makes 14 Scones ½ cup dried cherries or cranberries2 tablespoons cherry brandy1½ cups White Lily® flour or all purpose flour¼ teaspoon salt3½ tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon baking powder6 tablespoons butter, chilled1 egg, beaten⅓ cup half and half cream, plus 1 tablespoon plain, nonfat yogurt Preheat oven …
AZTEC SCONES
The key ingredients—masa (corn,) sunflowers, chili pepper, and tomatoes—in this tasty, healthful, easy bread are pre-Columbian Mexican Indian in origin, hence the name. What makes the recipe so handy is that it can be prepared ahead of time and served at room temperature. Makes 16 1½ cups Bisquick®1 cup masa, or use quinoa flour and …
AZTEC PANCAKES
These can also be served as bread.They may be made ahead of time and warmed up just before serving. They are good with a pepper jelly. Makes 24 (3½-inch diameter) cakes 1⅓ cups masa harina or white cornmeal (use quinoa flour for Inca Pancakes)1¼ teaspoons salt½ teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1 teaspoonAleppo …
MIDDLE EASTERN LENTIL SOUP
Lentils are not as appreciated by Americans as they deserve to be.They are tasty, cook quickly compared to other legumes, and are also highly nutritious.This soup is very basic and invites you to give it your own twist. Makes 10 or More Cups 4 tablespoons butter or vegetable oil1 large red or yellow onion, chopped1 …
TOMATO AND ORANGE GAZPACHO
A refreshing, yet satisfying summertime soup that is best made the day before so that flavors are enhanced and it becomes well-chilled. Makes 5 Cups 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes (petite if available)½ cup fresh orange juice1 garlic clove, peeled and minced2 tablespoons white wine vinegar¼ cup croutons or dried French type bread2 teaspoons salt2 …
TOM KAI, THAI CHICKEN COCONUT MILK SOUP
I attended a wonderful Thai cooking school at the Oriental Hotel in Bangkok. That week-long event inspired this soup—my absolute favorite Thai dish! You may need an oriental grocery for the ingredients. Version 1:Makes 6 to 8 Servings 4 cups coconut milk. Canned light, if possible1½ cups chicken stock3 pieces dried galangal (Kha, or a …
Solomillo con gengibre y verduras
Ingredientes 500grs solomillo2 cucharadas salsa soja1 cucharadita de maicena1 cucharadita de azúcar2 cucharadas de aceite100grs jengibre cortado en brunoise (muy pequeño) o rallado1 cucharadita de aceite de sésamo1 pimiento verde1 ají (pimiento picante)300grs col2 ramas de lemongrass/citronela (parte blanca)250grs setas. Sal y pimenta Preparación Limpiar y cortar el solomillo en tiras grosor de 1 dedo. …
Pollo con citronela
Ingredientes 4 ramas de citronela (la parte blanca)4 shallots 3 dientes ajos1 cucharada de salsa de pescado1 cucharita de azúcarSal y pimienta1 – 2 cucharadas de aceite500 grs de pierna de pollo deshuesado 1 cucharita de cúrcuma2 Ajíes picantes -chilies1/2 taza de caldo de pollo Preparacion Limpiar el pollo del exceso de grasa y cortarlo en tamaño …
