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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 Costco), drained and roughly chopped --(reserving 1/3 cup of liquid) 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1-1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger METHOD Preheat oven to 350F. Rub four 1/2-pint glass Mason jars with Mazola oil...

There are times when I have a craving for Asian food, and this quick entree fits the bill perfectly... Servings: 4 to 6 Prep: 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 green parts sliced on the diagonal (added last) Sauce: 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (unseasoned) 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil 3/4 cup low-sodium beef broth Garnish: 1 TB roughly chopped fresh cilantro METHOD Prep all stir-fry ingredi...

So easy and quick to put together, with an end result of no game-taste, including fall-apart tender meat, and superbly delicious!! Serves: 8-10 Prep: 15 Mins. Cook: 80 Minutes Pressure build/release: 40 Minutes INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp Mazola oil 5 lb venison roast, thawed and trimmed of excess fat and sinew (deer fat is not pleasant to the palette) 3 cups low-sodium beef broth 2 pkgs brown gravy mix 1 Tbsp worcestershire 1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce 2 Tbsp distilled vinegar SEASONINGS 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp pepper METHOD Set Instant Pot to saut� and when hot add olive oil. Sear meat on all sides.   Remove to plate. To pot, add beef stock, gravy packages, worcestershire, soy sauce, and vinegar. Whisk together, while scraping bottom of pot to get any stuck on pieces off the bottom to prevent burning. Place trivet back on bottom of pot. Add meat back to pot. Place cover on instant pot, and turn top knob to sealing. Cook on Manual high pressure 80 m...

Oh, the aroma of freshly baked bread loaves!!!!! These sourdough twisted baguettes are absolutely divine... Yield: 2 twisted baguettes Prep: 15 - 20 Mins. Rising: (Appx 2 - 2-1/2 hrs total) Bake: 20 Mins. INGREDIENTS 1 cup lukewarm water 1 cup sourdough starter , unfed 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon honey 2 teaspoons instant yeast --1 egg lightly beaten with 1 tablespoon water, for glaze METHOD In the bowl of the stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine water, starter, and 1-1/4 cups of flour, mixing until smooth. Mix in the salt, honey, and instant yeast, then the additional 1 cup of flour. Mix until dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl, On low (#2), let machine knead the dough for 7 minutes in the stand mixer. Transfer dough to a oiled bowl (also, oil top of dough ball) to rise, covered with plastic wrap, for about 1 to 1-1/2 hours, or until doubled in size. Gently deflate dough, and divide it into four pieces. Knead each slightl...

You'll never miss the meat with this hearty veggie lasagna, it's full-flavored and scrumptious, especially when served with sides of warm and crispy garlic bread and a garden salad tossed with a freshly made vinaigrette... Servings: (4-6) Prep: 20 Mins. Bale: 1 hour INGREDIENTS White Sauce 1-1/2 cup 2% low-fat small curd cottage cheese 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan, plus more for topping 1 large egg, beaten 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 teaspoon dry onion granules 2 tablespoons freshly julienned basil (from my garden) 1 teaspoon dry Italian herb blend 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Pasta 10 Curly Edged dry pasta noodles, broke in half and cooked according to pkg directions (only for 12 minutes) --drain, then pull apart using tongs to cool slightly Saut�ed Vegetable mixture 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 4 mini bell peppers: 2 orange, 2 red, diced ( from my garden ) 1/4 yellow onion, diced 2 medium zucchini, cut in half length...

First, I sear the chicken thighs, then add all the other ingredients, cover and bake for 50 minutes = absolute perfection with crispy, moist chicken and heavenly seasoned rice! Servings: 3-4 Prep: 5 Mins. Cook   10 Mins. Bake: 50 Mins. Rest: 10 Mins. INGREDIENTS Spice blend (divided): 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning (I use Tony Chachere's in the green container) 1 teaspoon Lawry's seasoning salt 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons paprika 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper Chicken: 3-4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs, (mine are from Costco the 3-pack tends to come with 3/4 thighs) 1/2 of above spice blend mixture (reserve other 1/2 for rice, below) 1 teaspoon Mazola oil Plus, 1 tablespoon Mazola oil for searing Rice: 1 cup raw Calrose rice (short-grain) Remaining 1/2 of spice mixture 1 tablespoon Worcestershire 2 tablespoons ketchup 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 teaspoon lemon juice METHOD ...

This is a 1-hour initial rise ~ No stand-mixer required: The longer the initial dough ball rise, the stronger the sourdough flavor becomes (e.g., 1-hour vs a 9-12 hour rise time)... Yield: (1 loaf) Prep: 7 Mins. Total rising time: 1-2 hours Bake: 35 Mins. INGREDIENTS Proof: 1-1/2 cups lukewarm water 1 teaspoon active yeast (not rapid or instant) 1 tablespoon light agave (or honey) Sponge: 1/2 cup ripe (fed) sourdough starter Dry: 2 cups All-Purpose Flour 1 -1/2 cups Whole-Wheat Flour (I use King Arthur) 1-1/4 teaspoons kosher salt --2 teaspoons Mazola oil (For top and bottom of dough ball, so it doesn't stick or form crust while rising) --2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (For brushing top of loaf through mid-baking time, and post-baking time if you desire a more-tender and golden brown crust) METHOD Add to a small glass/plastic bowl, the lukewarm water, yeast, and agave; stir to combine. Let proof for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a medium glass/plastic bowl, add the flours, kosher...

This is a 9-hour initial rise ~ No stand-mixer required: The longer the initial dough ball rise, the stronger the sourdough flavor becomes (e.g., 1-hour vs a 9-12 hour rise time)... Yield: (1 loaf) Prep: 7 Mins. Total rising time: 9-12 hours Bake 35 Mins. INGREDIENTS   Proof: 1-1/2 cups lukewarm water 1 teaspoon active yeast (not rapid or instant) 1 tablespoon light agave (or honey) Sponge: 1/2 cup ripe (fed) sourdough starter Dry: 3-1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour 1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt --2 teaspoons Mazola oil (For top and bottom of dough ball, so it doesn't stick or form crust while rising) --2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (For brushing top of loaf through mid-baking time, and post-baking time if you desire a more-tender and golden brown crust) METHOD Add to a small glass/plastic bowl, the lukewarm water, yeast, and agave; stir to combine. Let proof for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a medium glass/plastic bowl, add the flour, kosher salt, and sponge. Once the yeast mixture has...

  Absolutely the freshest and best tasting sauerkraut, in my humble opinion, which is great on venison or moose Reuben grilled sandwiches or Smoked Brat hot dogs... Yield: (3 cups) Prep: 5 Mins. (more time if shredding your own veggies) Cook: 45 Mins. Store: Refrigerated up to 2 wks INGREDIENTS 1 (16-oz. pkg) Organic Shredded Cabbage and Carrots --or 1/2 head of medium-size green cabbage thinly sliced into shreds and 1 shredded carrot on large holes of box grater-- 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar 3/4 cup water 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon whole caraway seeds METHOD Add all the ingredients to a non-reactive Dutch Oven (or heavy-bottom stainless steel pot).   Stir, and bring to boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 45 minutes, while occasionally stirring. Let sauerkraut cool completely.   Spoon into a glass quart-size wide-mouth Mason jar, cover with a plastic lid (not metal), and store up to 2 weeks in refrigerator...

I like to make my venison/moose roast using this method, without adding tomatoes and/or veggies, so I have flavored, cooked and tender meat to use in MANY recipes. Simply portion out cooked meat into separate Ziploc bags to refrigerate and/or freeze to use in the future (e.g., to transform into enchiladas, tacos, burritos, soups, stews, French dip sandwiches, and more)... Yield: 3 lb roast Prep: 5 Mins. Cook: 120 Mins. Pressure: Appx build/decrease times at beg/end, respectively = 10 mins ea.; 20 mins. total INGREDIENTS 3 lb. FROZEN venison/moose roast --(thaw just enough to remove plastic/paper wrap and/or string); --trim sinew and excess fat (as fat from venison does not have a pleasant feel on the palete) 1 pkg McCormick Dry Stew Seasoning mix 3 cups hot water 3 teaspoons beef base paste 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons Worcestershire METHOD Place trivet in bottom of   instant pot, then place FROZEN venison/moose roast on...

The hardest part is waiting 8 weeks, although with minimal effort you'll reap rewards many times over, as the flavors of these three extracts can't be beat... Yields: 4 oz. (1/2 cup) lemon extract  Prep: 5 Mins. Cure: 8 weeks --1 (4 oz.) Mason jar with plastic lid (or lid and ring) INGREDIENTS 1 large, fresh lemon, washed and dried, then zest (do not include with bitter pith when zesting)   1/2 cup quality vodka METHOD Place your jar in a small saucepan, and cover with water.  Bring to boil for 10 minutes to sterilize.  Remove jar on a clean kitchen towel to cool and air dry. (If not using plastic lids as I am, be sure to sterilize your rings and lids as well.) Meanwhile, zest lemon (not white pith as it is bitter) and place into bottom of the 4 oz. Mason jar.  Fill jar with vodka to within 1/4" of top of rim. Place lid on jar and close tightly, shake a few times, label, date and place it in a cool, dark cabinet.  Let rest for 8 weeks, while occasionally sh...

A quick and easy go-to meal made with ingredients most have on hand, and it's deliciously addicting...   Servings: (6-8) Prep: 20 Mins. Bake: 35 Mins. INGREDIENTS Pasta: 1 (12-oz. bag) wide-egg noodles cooked according to pkg directions, but to al dente for about 5 minutes, drain Filling: 2 TB mazola oil 1/2 cup diced yellow onion 1/4 cup diced celery 1/4 cup finely diced carrots Assembled and ready for the oven... 1 (4-oz can) sliced mushrooms, drained 1/2 teaspoon garlic granules 1/2 teaspoon onion granules 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon Johnny's Seasoning 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning --1/4 cup frozen peas Sauce: 1 (10.5-oz can) cream of mushroom soup 1 (7-oz can) albacore tuna packed in water, do not drain - however break up pieces 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 cup 2% milk 3/4 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese 1 TB worcestershire 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 TB dried parsley Topping: 13 ritz crackers, crushed 1 TB shredded parmesan 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter METH...

A tasty and quick 30-minute meal that is delicious and hearty on a rainy Alaskan summer day as we've had today... Servings: (4-6) Prep: 10 Mins. Cook: 20 Mins. INGREDIENTS: Chili: 1 lb. lean ground venison (moose, caribou, elk, beef, or poultry) 1/2 sweet white onion, diced 1 carrot, scrubbed and finely diced 1 (15-oz. can) tomato sauce 1 (15-oz. can) low-sodium chicken broth 1/4 cup Summer Ale - Alaskan Brewery (save remainder to have with dinner ;) 1 (15-oz. can) Cannellini Beans (I used Bush's), rinsed and drained 1 to 1-1/2 tablespoon(s) chili powder (more or less to your desired spiciness; we use 2 TBs!) 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Toppings: - Shredded sharp cheddar cheese - Diced white sweet onions (soaked in cold water for 5 mins., then drained-keeps 'em mild yet crispy) - Fresh tomato, finely diced METHOD: Heat a medium-size 4-qt. heavy-bottom saucepan over medium-high heat ...

A fantastic recipe for two 14" pizzas you are able to prepare from beginning to end in 1-1/2 hours, although an hour of that time is kicking back while the dough proofs... Yield:2 (14-inch) pizzas Prep: 20 min Proof/Rest: 1st Proof = 1 Hr -- 2nd Rest = 10 Mins. Bake: 12-14 Mins. INGREDIENTS Crust (makes two 14" pizzas) : 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 1 envelope instant/rapid dry yeast = 2-1/4 tsps . (no need to pre-proof) 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1-1/2 cups water, 110 degrees 2 tablespoons olive oil --Plus spray to oil bowl and top of ball, plus rolling surface/board Toppings (divide each topping ingredient in 1/2 for each pizza) : 1 (14-oz. jar) prepared Classico Pizza Sauce, divided 4 cups shredded whole-milk mozzarella, divided; plus more for sprinkling on top 1 (5-oz. pkg.) Applegate Naturals uncured pepperoni (3" rounds), cut into quarters, divided METHOD Combine the flour, sugar, yeast and kosher salt in the bowl of a stand mixer and combi...

An easy, inexpensive and healthy beverage to prepare and serve on those beautiful sunny days with your loved ones... Yields: (1 quart) Prep: 15 Mins. INGREDIENTS 7 tea bags (Green Tea, Oolong, Lipton, or your choice of herbal tea) 2 cups boiling water 2 tablespoons fireweed honey   [click for recipe] 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 cups cold water METHOD Heat 2 cups of water to boiling in a teapot. Pour into a 4-cup glass (heatproof) measuring cup, filling up to the 2-cup point. Steep for 10 minutes, exactly (set a timer). After squeezing the teabags using a slotted spoon, discard them. Add the  fireweed honey  and lemon juice, stir to combine.  Add cold water until the 4-cup liquid measure is reached; stir a final time to incorporate. Pour sweetened tea into a 1-quart pitcher. To serve, pour over ice in individual glasses. Store in a pitcher, covered, in refrigerator. ~ Enjoy! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tip: To ensure maximum flavor of your iced tea, ma...

A super moist and lovely banana flavor in each and every bite that's sure to become your go-to recipe... Yields: (1 loaf) Serves: (10-12) Prep Time: 10 Mins. Bake: 60-65 Mins. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 4 ripe, medium bananas, smashed 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon double-acting baking powder (or regular) 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon fine kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon bourbon-vanilla extract (or vanilla extract ) METHOD Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray a loaf pan (I used glass); set aside. Using a hand mixer, in a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs, smashed bananas and bourbon-vanilla extract; combine well. Place a sieve, elevated, over wet ingredients and sift flour, baking soda and powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gently mix just until dry ingredients are incorporated, while scraping bowl. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Bake for 60 to 65 minutes, until...

An easy 5-minute no-knead dough to prepare the night before, then quick to prepare upon waking the next morning to enjoy throughout the day... Yields: (1 loaf) Prep: 5 Mins. Total rising time: 9 hours Bake 45 to 50 Mins. INGREDIENTS 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon active yeast (not rapid or instant) 1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1-1/2 cups slightly warm water (tepid) --2 teaspoons olive oil (For top and bottom of dough ball so it doesn't stick or form crust while rising) --Dutch oven (should be at least 4 quarts in size) with its lid. Note: (Do not oil Dutch Oven, bread will not stick while baking). METHOD Add flour to bowl. Add yeast and sea salt and stir thoroughly. Add barely warm (tepid) water and stir thoroughly. The dough will look rough and shaggy. Lightly oil top of dough using a paper towel, then oil your hands (to prevent dough sticking to them); turn dough in the bowl and do so on this side so the whole ball of dough is slightly coated with the oil. Cover the bowl with...

A surprisingly quick and easy method to prepare terrific sloppy joes for a crowd that's nearly as fast as opening the traditional store-bought canned version,  but tastier... Serves: (6-8, depending on bun size) Prep: 5 Mins. Cook: 10 Mins. INGREDIENTS 1 lb. lean moose burger (or venison, buffalo, caribou, elk, poultry, beef...) Pinch of red pepper flakes 1 tablespoon finely chopped green bell pepper 1 tablespoon finely chopped celery 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon low-sodium tamari (or soy sauce) 1 teaspoon worcestershire 1 (15 oz. can) tomato sauce 1/2 cup ketchup 1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard 6-8 potato buns (or your preference) Side options: -Potato Chips -Dill Pickle Spears - Sandra's Best Coleslaw  (click for recipe) - Sandra's Best Potato Salad  (click for recipe) METHOD In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, brown the burger (drain if using non-lean).  Add the remaining ingredients; bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to ...