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SANDRA'S EASY NO-KNEAD DUTCH OVEN BREAD

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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...

SANDRA'S 10-APPLE NO-SHRINK DEEP-DISH ALMOND-CRUST PIE

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By gently par-cooking the apples beforehand, I've finally solved the problem of apples shrinking as they cook, and therefore this method prevents leaving a gap between crust and apples that have typically collapsed upon cooling... Servings: (8-10) Prep/Par-Cook: 30 Mins. Bake: 65 Mins. INGREDIENTS Almond Crust --(A hearty, darker, and super flavorful crust) 2 cups all-purpose flour --plus extra for rolling 1/2 cup slivered almonds 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2" cubes --plus extra for filling below 1/2 teaspoon fine-grain kosher salt 2 teaspoons light brown sugar 4 to 6 tablespoons cold milk 1 large egg, beaten Filling --(No shrink) 10 mixed apples (I used Granny Smith and McIntosh), washed, unpeeled, cored and cut into 3/4" pieces 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon fine-grain kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons corn ...

SANDRA�S ALASKA MOOSE MEATLOAF MINI�S topped with a ZESTY SAUCE

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An 'All-American Comfort Food' you can prepare ahead of time, and it's in 4 mini loaf pans so you can choose to serve a few or many. Meatloaf freezes very nicely too for those with smaller families (see Tip below). Also, feel free to prepare this recipe using  lean ground beef, pork, venison, elk, caribou, buffalo, etc... Prep: 15 Mins. Bake: 50 Mins. Servings: (8-12) | Yields: (4 Mini Loaves) INGREDIENTS Veg and seasonings: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil � yellow onion, finely diced 1/2 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning � teaspoon garlic powder � teaspoon sea salt � teaspoon freshly ground pepper Loaves mixture: 2 lbs. extra-lean ground venison 2 large eggs, slightly beaten 3/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons heavy cream � cup ketchup Topping (sauce): 1/3 cup ketchup 2 teaspoon agave (or 1 tablespoon honey ) 1 teaspoon yellow mustard METHOD Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Line a baking sheet with foil, and place sprayed min...

SANDRA�S VENISON MEATLOAF MINI�S topped with a TANGY SAUCE

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An 'All-American Comfort Food' you can prepare ahead of time, and it's in 4 mini loaf pans so you can choose to serve 2 to 8 people. Meatloaf freezes very nicely too for those with smaller families. Also, feel free to prepare this recipe using  lean ground beef, pork, moose, elk, caribou, etc... Prep: 15 Mins. Bake: 50 Mins. Servings: (8-12) | Yields: (4 Mini Loaves) INGREDIENTS Veggies and seasonings: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil � red onion, finely diced � red bell pepper, finely diced 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning � teaspoon garlic powder � teaspoon sea salt � teaspoon freshly ground pepper Loaves mixture: 1 lb. extra-lean ground venison 1 lb. ground venison sweet Italian sausage 2 large eggs, slightly beaten 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar � cup milk � cup ketchup Topping (sauce): 2/3 cup ketchup 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, packed 1-1/2 teaspoons yellow mustard METHOD Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Line a baking sheet w...

SANDRA�S ADDICTIVE BAKED-STYLE SMASHED TATERS

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These smashed potatoes are insanely delicious and a  perfect accompaniment  that doesn't require gravy,  although if you so choose they�re fabulous that way too... Prep:   10 Mins. Cook:  15 � 20 Mins. Servings: (8) INGREDIENTS 6 russet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1� cubes 2 tablespoons unsalted butter � cup sour cream 1 tablespoon freshly-prepared bacon bits 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped � teaspoon pepper � cup shredded medium cheddar cheese METHOD Add potatoes to a medium pot, cover with cold water.  Add a lid to pot and bring to a boil, reduce heat to a gentle boil, setting lid slightly ajar and cook until potatoes are tender for about 15 to 20 minutes.  Drain, and add all remaining ingredients, except the cheddar cheese, and smash to desired consistency.  Using a spoon, fold in cheddar cheese. ~ Enjoy!

SANDRA�S ASIAN SLOW-COOKER TERIYAKI CHICKEN

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A perfect dinner to quickly throw together either in the morning and slow cook on low for 8 hours, or during your lunch hour and slow cook on high for 4 hours... Servings: (6 to 8) Prep: 10 Mins. Slow Cook: High 4 Hrs, or Low 8 Hrs.; + Broil: 3-5 Mins INGREDIENTS: Chicken: 1 yellow onion, cut into wedges 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs 1-� cups brown sugar � cup low-sodium soy sauce � cup low-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (An Asian type of barbecue sauce) 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger) 2 garlic cloves, minced � teaspoon freshly ground pepper Garnish: 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds --Prepared steamed rice --Prepared garden salad METHOD: In mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, chicken broth, hoisin sauce, ginger, garlic, and pepper, then set aside. Place onion wedges in bottom of slow cooker, chicken thighs on top, and pour teriyaki mixture over chicken. Cover slow cooker and co...