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SANDRA'S EASY ONE-PAN CHICKEN THIGH and RICE CREOLE BAKE

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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 ...

SANDRA'S MOOSE SAUSAGE and CARAMELIZED PIZZA HAND PIES

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Delectable filling includes a combination of caramelized onion, polish-sausage-style moose, mozzarella, parmesan, parsley and a red sauce... Yields: (8 Hand Pies) Prep: 30 Mins. (Not including pizza dough 10-Min/1-Hr prep/rise time) Bake: 30 Mins. homemade pizza dough INGREDIENTS 2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced Pinch of sugar Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 recipe of homemade pizza dough All-purpose flour, for dusting 2-1/4 cups shredded mozzarella 1/2 cup (6" piece) polish-sausage-style moose [Alaska Sausage Company] , casings removed, cubed  -- (Render fat by cooking on low for 5 minutes in a dry skillet; drain on paper towel lined plate) 2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley homemade pizza sauce 3 tablespoons homemade pizza sauce , plus more for dipping when serving 1/2 cup shaved parmesan -- Egg wash: 1 large egg slightly beaten 1/4 teaspoon water -- Coarse kosher salt, sprinkle tops before baking METHOD If p...

SANDRA'S HAM and CARAMELIZED ONION PIZZA HAND PIES

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Delectable filling includes a combination of caramelized onion, sweet ham, mozzarella, parmesan, parsley and a white sauce. Yields: (8 Hand Pies) Prep: 30 Mins. (Not including pizza dough 1-Hr/10-Mins. prep/rise time) Bake: 30 Mins. homemade pizza dough INGREDIENTS 2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced Pinch of sugar Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 recipe of homemade pizza dough All-purpose flour, for dusting 2-1/4 cups shredded mozzarella 1/2 cup finley chopped sweet, cooked ham 2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley homemade ranch dressing 3 tablespoons homemade ranch dressing , plus more for dipping when serving 1/2 cup shaved parmesan -- Egg wash: 1 large egg slightly beaten 1/4 teaspoon water -- Coarse kosher salt, sprinkle tops before baking METHOD If previously refrigerated, make sure pizza dough is at room temperature (takes about 1 hour). Meanwhile, heat 2 teaspoons olive oil a medium skillet over medium heat. Add t...

SANDRA'S WHITE 'N DARK CHOCOLATE WALNUT COOKIES

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Watch out folks! These newly created sinfully delicious cookies will knock your socks off, they're every chocolate lovers' dream... Yields: (Appx. 5 doz.) Prep: 15 Mins. Bake: 10 to 12 Minutes (per batch) INGREDIENTS Wet: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2/3 cup packed dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs Dry (sift): 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2/3 cup Hershey's unsweetened cocoa powder 1 teaspoon espresso powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon double-acting baking powder (or regular) 1/4 teaspoon table salt Additions: 1/2 cup Mini Semi Sweet Chocolate chips 1/2 cup White Chocolate Chips 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts (measure after finely chopping) INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Line 2 baking sheets with silpat liners or parchment paper; set aside. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract in stand mixer bowl until creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each...

SANDRA'S MOOSE-MEDITERRANEAN-MEATBALLS and SPAGHETTI

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This entree sounds fancy but it's a breeze to make in about 1/2 hour with typical on-hand ingredients... Servings: (6 to 8) Prep: 15 Mins. Cook 25 to 30 Mins. (= Total time) INGREDIENTS Meatballs: 2 slices wheat bread, left whole 1/2 cup milk 1 lb. ground moose (venison, caribou, elk, beef, poultry, and so on) 2 tablespoons dried parsley 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 large egg, beaten 1 teaspoon granulated garlic --1/4 cup olive oil (for searing, reserving some after searing meatballs for sauce) Sauce: --2 tablespoons drippings (reserved, as stated above) 2 (14.5 oz. cans) diced tomatoes, with juices (do not drain) 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2-1 teaspoon dried chili flakes (depending on how spicy you want it -- I like 1 tsp.) 1 teaspoon dried oregano, or 1/2 teaspoon ground oregano --1/2 box thin spaghetti, prepared according to package directions METHOD Meatballs: In a small and flat dish, add the bread slices and...

SANDRA'S SPICE 'N EVERYTHING NICE COOKIES

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I was in a creatively baking mood today when I came up with this new recipe for these light, lovely, and spicy cookies! I've made this recipe so it creates only 3-1/2 dozen, which works incredibly nice in a smaller batch for our 2-person household... Yields: (3-1/2 doz) Prep: 15 Mins. Bake: 10-12 Mins. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus more for rolling cookie balls) 1/2 cup quality molasses 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon fine-grain salt METHOD Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Set a couple of baking sheets aside lined with silpat liners or parchment paper. Set a baking rack aside as well for cookies to fully cool. Place a 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a small bowl (to roll formed cookies into prior to baking). In a stand mixer bowl, add butter, sugar and molasse...

SANDRA'S ADDICTING MUSHROOM and JALAPENO POPPERS with BACON

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A perfectly addicting 2-for-1 side dish/appetizer  you're able to serve  hot out of the oven  or at room temperature. Don't wait for game day to enjoy all such deliciousness... Prep: 20 Mins. Bake: 30 Mins. Yields: (14 Mushrooms-7 Halved Jalapeno Poppers, with 1 jalapeno half being chopped to add to filling) INGREDIENTS 14 medium fresh button mushrooms, stems removed; reserve stems 4 large (4" long) fresh jalapenos, stems removed, including half of the ribs and seeds after cutting in 1/2 lengthwise --(Remove more or less ribs/seeds to your desired level of spiciness) 2 strips center-cut bacon, sliced into 1/2" pieces 1 teaspoon granulated garlic 1 (8 oz. tub) cream cheese, at room temperature 1/2 cup medium shredded cheddar cheese 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese 2 green onions (both green and white parts), finely sliced 1 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon dry Italian seasoned bread crumbs METHOD Preheat oven to 350 degre...

SANDRA�S FRESH and LIGHT TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD

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I at first served this fresh salad as is, then later with a dollop of yogurt. I found both methods to be incredibly delicious.... Serves: (8 to 10) Bearrs Seedless Limes were used  in this recipe from my indoor dwarf citrus tree... Prep: 15 Mins. Stand: 15 Mins. INGREDIENTS Dressing: 1 tablespoon honey 6 mint leaves, finely sliced 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice Fresh Fruit: 1 mango, peeled and chopped 1 papaya, peeled and chopped 1 gala apple, cored and chopped 1 granny smith apple, cored and chopped 2 cups whole red seedless grapes 6 whole strawberries, sliced 1-1/2 cup pineapple, chopped Garnish: -Sprig of whole mint leaves METHOD In a large, glass (non-reactive) bowl, whisk the lime juice, honey, and mint.  Add all the prepared fruit, toss with a wooden spoon to combine ensuring all the dressing has been incorporated. Let salad stand 15 minutes, toss, and serve. ~ Enjoy!