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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 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!