Embark on a culinary journey with a diverse collection of delectable recipes, spanning from the classic to the innovative. Experience the timeless flavors of traditional dishes like the hearty Beef Stew, where tender chunks of beef, slow-cooked in a rich broth, mingle with colorful vegetables. Delight in the vibrant tastes of the Mediterranean with the flavorful Chicken Souvlaki, where succulent chicken skewers are grilled to perfection and served with a refreshing tzatziki sauce. For a taste of the Far East, indulge in the aromatic Pad Thai, where stir-fried rice noodles dance with a symphony of vegetables, chicken, and a delightful peanut sauce. And for those with a sweet tooth, satisfy your cravings with the indulgent Chocolate Lava Cake, where a molten chocolate center awaits beneath a crisp exterior. These recipes promise to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CONTEST-WINNING NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
This is the best New England clam chowder recipe, ever! In the Pacific Northwest, we dig our own razor clams and I grind them for the chowder. Since these aren't readily available, the canned clams are perfectly acceptable. -Sandy Larson, Port Angeles, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 55m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain; set aside. Saute celery and onion in the drippings until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the potatoes, water, clam juice, bouillon, pepper and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes., In a small bowl, combine flour and 1 cup half-and-half until smooth. Gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes., Stir in clams and remaining half-and-half; heat through (do not boil). Crumble the cooked bacon; sprinkle over each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 788mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GOOD NEW ORLEANS CREOLE GUMBO
I am going to give you my gumbo recipe. I learned to cook from my mother and grandmother who were born and raised in New Orleans and really knew how to cook. Most of the time, you could not get them to write down their recipes because they used a 'pinch' of this and 'just enough of that' and 'two fingers of water,' and so on. This recipe is a combination of both of their recipes which I have added to over the years. Serve over hot cooked rice. The gumbo can be frozen or refrigerated and many people like it better the next day. Bon appetit!
Provided by Mddoccook
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Gumbo Recipes
Time 3h40m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Make a roux by whisking the flour and 3/4 cup bacon drippings together in a large, heavy saucepan over medium-low heat to form a smooth mixture. Cook the roux, whisking constantly, until it turns a rich mahogany brown color. This can take 20 to 30 minutes; watch heat carefully and whisk constantly or roux will burn. Remove from heat; continue whisking until mixture stops cooking.
- Place the celery, onion, green bell pepper, and garlic into the work bowl of a food processor, and pulse until the vegetables are very finely chopped. Stir the vegetables into the roux, and mix in the sausage. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-low heat, and cook until vegetables are tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside.
- Bring the water and beef bouillon cubes to a boil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot. Stir until the bouillon cubes dissolve, and whisk the roux mixture into the boiling water. Reduce heat to a simmer, and mix in the sugar, salt, hot pepper sauce, Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, thyme, stewed tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Simmer the soup over low heat for 1 hour; mix in 2 teaspoons of file gumbo powder at the 45-minute mark.
- Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings in a skillet, and cook the okra with vinegar over medium heat for 15 minutes; remove okra with slotted spoon, and stir into the simmering gumbo. Mix in crabmeat, shrimp, and Worcestershire sauce, and simmer until flavors have blended, 45 more minutes. Just before serving, stir in 2 more teaspoons of file gumbo powder.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 142.6 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 853.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER I
Hot and hearty recipe that will warm you up on cold winter days.
Provided by Debbie2
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Seafood
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place diced bacon in large stock pot over medium-high heat. Cook until almost crisp; add onions, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in water and potatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are fork tender.
- Pour in half-and-half, and add butter. Drain clams, reserving clam liquid; stir clams and 1/2 of the clam liquid into the soup. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until heated through. Do not allow to boil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 101.4 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 706.2 mg, Sugar 2 g
NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
For a bowl of creamy comfort, try Dave Lieberman's New England Clam Chowder recipe from Food Network, perfect with homemade baguette croutons.
Provided by Dave Lieberman
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and celery and saute until softened, mixing often. Stir in the flour to distribute evenly. Add the stock, juice from 2 cans of chopped clams (reserve clams), cream, bay leaves, and potatoes and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, stirring consistently (the mixture will thicken), then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook 20 minutes, stirring often, until the potatoes are nice and tender. Then add clams and season to taste with salt and pepper, cook until clams are just firm, another 2 minutes.;
- Melt the butter in a large skillet and toss the bread cubes in the butter until browned and toasted, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add parsley and season with salt and pepper.;
ROASTED NEW POTATOES
This simple recipe is anything but plain. The flavors of garlic and herbs combine to add extra zip to tender new potatoes. This side dish goes hand in hand with the delicate taste of fish. --Ann Berg, Chesapeake, VA
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine all ingredients; shake to coat. Pour into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 35 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
MOM'S NEW YEARS PIG'S FEET
This is a recipe for trotters passed down over time in my family. This was made every New Year's Eve to bring in the new year. A relatively inexpensive African-American dish. Very delicious! Serve with homemade potato salad, Southern style greens and candied yams and cornbread. It is even better the next day, and it freezes well. Serve sprinkled with a little more vinegar or hot sauce to taste.
Provided by Gabbi Jordan
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 2h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Thoroughly wash pig feet in cold water and place into a large pot or Dutch oven. Add celery, onion, vinegar, red pepper flakes, seasoned salt, garlic, black pepper, and bay leaves to the feet; pour in water to cover.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until meat is tender and falling off the bones, about 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 177.9 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 1629.1 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
REMOULADE SAUCE A LA NEW ORLEANS
Top your crab, shrimp, lobster, salmon dishes, or seafood po' boy sandwiches with this wonderful cold sauce that has its origins in France and was then popularized in New Orleans.
Provided by COOKINCOWGIRLS
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Mix together mayonnaise, chili sauce, mustard, olive oil, hot sauce, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir in scallions, parsley, olives, celery, capers, and garlic. Season with chili powder, and salt and pepper. Cover, and refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 37.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 942.7 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
NEW MEXICO RED CHILE SAUCE
Red chile is a staple of the New Mexican and West Texan diet, and this recipe is my grandmother's recipe. When I make it, it reminds me of the smells of her cooking in her kitchen, fresh corn tortillas, beans, and red chile peppers. You can kick up the spiciness by adding more arbol chile pods.
Provided by Cookincwgrl
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 43m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Coat the bottom of a heavy saucepan with oil; add chile pods. Toast over medium heat until aromatic, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in onion and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add enough chicken stock to allow pods to float; simmer until they develop the texture of wet leather, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Fill blender halfway with chile-stock mixture. Cover and hold lid down with a potholder; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Pour into a bowl; repeat with remaining mixture. Strain sauce through a fine mesh strainer into a saucepan over medium heat. Discard solids.
- Stir cumin, coriander, and oregano into the saucepan; add honey. Cook until sauce is thick and evenly coats the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.3 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 711.9 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
ROAST NEW YORK STRIP LOIN WITH GARLIC-HERB CRUST
New York strip loin, also called top loin of beef, is a succulent, elegant roast. If you want a lot of leftovers (they are great for sandwiches), use a seven-pound roast and multiply the seasonings by 1 1/2. Either way, have your butcher trim some of the fat, leaving about 1/4 inch for the best flavor. With this as your entrée, uncork a Cabernet Sauvignon.
Categories Food Processor Beef Garlic Herb Roast Christmas Low Carb New Year's Eve Dinner Lunch Winter Anniversary Sage Thyme Christmas Eve Party Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- With machine running, drop garlic into processor; blend until finely chopped. Add sage, thyme, oil, salt and pepper; process until paste forms.
- Pat meat dry with paper towels. Rub meat all over with herb paste. Cover; chill at least 3 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Place meat, fat side up, on rack in roasting pan. Roast meat 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Roast meat until instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of meat registers 130°F for medium-rare, about 35 minutes (or 140°F for medium, about 40 minutes). Remove from oven; let stand 20 minutes. Cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices. Arrange slices on platter.
WHOLE ROASTED NEW YORK STRIP LOIN
Roast beef for a holiday dinner or festive occasion is easy and impressive. There are many cuts to consider, from the pricey tenderloin and standing rib to the more affordable rump roast. A whole strip loin, also know variously as New York strip or Kansas City strip - usually cut into steaks - also makes a great centerpiece. Served with roasted potatoes and parsnips and horseradish sauce, it is the quintessential Anglophone meal.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories roasts, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Coarsely grind peppercorns and allspice together in a spice mill. Combine with salt in a small bowl. Sprinkle mixture evenly over exterior of roast. Add the grated garlic and rub in all over.
- Line a roasting pan with herb branches and set roast on top. Leave to absorb seasonings for at least 1 hour at room temperature, or refrigerate overnight (bring back to room temperature before proceeding). Heat oven to 400 degrees.
- In a large pot of well-salted boiling water, cook potatoes until just done, about 15 minutes. Remove with a spider or slotted spoon and place in an earthenware baking dish. In the same water, simmer parsnips until just done, about 8 minutes. Remove and add them to potatoes in baking dish. Pour melted butter over the potatoes and parsnips and use a brush to make sure they are well coated.
- Make the horseradish sauce: Whisk together crème fraîche, Dijon mustard, horseradish and cayenne in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate.
- Roast the beef, uncovered, for about 1 hour. Check with an instant-read thermometer after 45 minutes. For medium-rare, take the roast out of the oven when thermometer registers 120 degrees (residual heat will cause roast to continue cooking as it rests). Remove the roast, tent it with foil, and let it rest for 15 minutes; the temperature should rise to 125 degrees. About 15 minutes after the roast goes into the oven, put in the baking dish of potatoes and parsnips, uncovered, and roast until beautifully golden brown, about 30 minutes.
- Slice the beef into 1/4-inch-thick pieces and arrange on a warmed platter, garnished with a big bunch of watercress. Pass the roasted vegetables and horseradish sauce separately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 887, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 53 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 49 grams, SaturatedFat 24 grams, Sodium 1271 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GRILLED NEW YORK STRIP STEAKS
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons salt, 1 tablespoon black pepper, the brown sugar, coffee, garlic, chipotle powder, and red pepper flakes. Pat the steaks dry with paper towels, place them in a baking dish, and rub them all over with the olive oil. Rub the steaks on both sides with the spice mix, using it all. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to get into the meat.
- When ready to cook, heat enough charcoal to cover half of the grill (I fill a charcoal chimney 3/4 full). Pour a layer of hot coals on one side of the grill, leaving the other side empty.
- Cook the steaks on the hot side of the grill for exactly 2 minutes on one side, turn them over, and cook for exactly 2 minutes on the other side. Move the steaks to the cool side of the grill, put the lid on, check to be sure the vents are open, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer inserted sideways into the middle of the steak registers between 115 and 120 degrees for medium rare and 120 and 125 degrees for medium. Transfer the steaks to a plate, cover the plate tightly with aluminum foil, and allow to rest for 15 minutes. Remove the foil after 15 minutes or the steaks will continue to cook. Slice the steaks, sprinkle with salt, and serve hot or warm.
GARLIC DILL NEW POTATOES
Potatoes are tossed in a garlicky dill butter before being served in this fantastic side dish.
Provided by kelcampbell
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the potatoes in a steamer basket, and set in a pan over an inch of boiling water. Cover, and steam for about 10 minutes, until potatoes are tender but not mushy.
- In a small bowl, stir together the butter, dill, garlic, and salt. Transfer the potatoes to a serving bowl, and pour the seasoned butter over them. Toss gently until they are well-coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.8 calories, Carbohydrate 62.1 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 178.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
NEW BRIDGE STEAK TIPS
The New Bridge Cafe in Chelsea, Massachusetts is famous for their steak tips. This recipe was given to me by someone who had a relative that worked there. A lot of people think there is ketchup in the marinade, but it is actually chili sauce. The marinade ingredients must be in equal parts, and you must use regular Coca-Cola, not diet. The sugar in the soda helps tenderize the meat, and also adds flavor.
Provided by Deege53
Categories Meat
Time 10m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix all marinade ingredients and place in a large zip lock bag with steak tips. Place in refrigerator and marinate for 8 hours or overnight.
- Take meat out off the refrigerator at least an hour before cooking, to reach room temperature.
- Grill, broil or bake to desired doneness.
TRADITIONAL-STYLE NEW MEXICO GREEN CHILE SAUCE
Every New Mexican cook has a green chile sauce, but it has to be very good sauce, or her reputation as a good cook suffers. They serve this sauce at any meal. At breakfast it is served over eggs or potatoes. It is used over burritos, in enchiladas, or over grilled meats and roasted potatoes for lunch or dinner. It is best when it is fresh or used within one day of being made. This recipe comes from Sandy Szwarc's "Real New Mexico Chile".
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories Sauces
Time 35m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium sauce pan, saute the onion and garlic in the oil over medium-high heat, until tender (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in the flour, cumin, salt and pepper and cook over medium heat, stirring, for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the stock and simmer until thick and smooth.
- Stir in the chiles and oregano.
- At this point you may cool, and store in refrigerator, covered, for up to one day.
- To serve, heat thoroughly.
BOBBY FLAY'S NEW YORK STRIP STEAK WITH HORSERADISH-MINT GLAZE
This simple yet exquisite preparation for steak was developed by Bobby Flay, the restaurateur and Food Network star, in 2003. It's the sort of steak dinner you can easily prepare on a weeknight, but also guest-worthy. Start with the best steaks you can afford without mortgaging the house, then season with a combination of ground black pepper, ancho chile powder, and salt. Sear in a blazingly hot pan slicked with a little canola oil, then slide them into the oven for about 10 minutes. Remove and brush them with a flavorful glaze of Dijon mustard, horseradish, honey and fresh mint, then return to the oven to finish. Bliss.
Provided by Matt Lee And Ted Lee
Categories easy, quick, weekday, main course
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- To make the glaze, whisk together mustard, honey, horseradish and mint in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. In a small bowl, combine black pepper, red pepper flakes and salt. Rub one side of each steak with the mixture.
- Place a medium ovenproof sauté pan over high heat, and heat oil until smoking. Place steaks in pan, rub-side down, and sear for 35 to 40 seconds. Salt the non-rub side while the steaks are searing. Turn steaks over, and place pan in oven until steaks are medium rare, 8 to 10 minutes, brushing with glaze during last 2 minutes. Remove steaks from oven, and brush again with glaze. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 831, UnsaturatedFat 34 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 59 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 51 grams, SaturatedFat 19 grams, Sodium 831 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams, TransFat 0 grams
AUTHENTIC NEW MEXICO GREEN CHILE STEW
i first had this when i went to albuquerque to visit family 15 years ago...wow is this good!! after several attempts to recreate & falling short i've finally perfected it...at least in my mind but i haven't had the real stuff in over 8 years :( this recipe is so tasty and worth the time it takes to put together...try it out!
Provided by catalinacrawler
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 2h45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Broil green chiles in the oven turning often to evenly darken skin making sure they don't burn.
- Remove from oven and cover with a dish cloth for 10 minutes to steam the skins off.
- While the chiles are resting, cube the meat, sprinkle with salt & pepper and brown with onions & garlic in oil in a large pot for 5 minutes.
- add jalepeno, broth, half a can of beer, spices.bring to a simmer.
- let simmer for 1 hour.
- Peel skin from chiles, chop and add to the pot (including the seeds).
- Let simmer for 30 minutes then add the tomatoes & potatoes (add a cup of hot water if needed).
- Simmer until potatoes are done.
- melt butter in a small skillet & add flour, cook for 2 minutes stirring constantly -- add to the pot.
THICK AND CREAMY NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
This is the BEST chowder I've ever had. I've had chowder at Legal Seafoods in Boston, which I have to say is good, but mine is BETTER! If you like thick chowder, you'll love this one!!
Provided by teen7043
Categories Chowders
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add bacon to sauce pan and cook on medium low heat until crispy.
- Add onion and cook until translucent.
- Add clam juice from both cans.
- Add potatoes.
- Cook and cover until potatoes are fork tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir occasionally so potatoes won't stick.
- Add clams, soup, cream, milk, and dill weed.
- Stir together.
- Add butter and let melt into the chowder.
- Cook for about 30-45 minutes or until thickened.
- Stir occasionally.
MARINATED GRILLED NEW YORK STRIP STEAKS
Marinate for a minimum of 2 hours for very tasty and tender steaks. Original recipe from Allrecipes, but adapted to my taste.
Provided by Marie
Categories Steak
Time 24m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all marinade ingredients together in a shallow glass baking dish.
- Pierce steaks on all sides with a fork and place in marinade.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Grill over high heat and cook to desired doneness.
NEW ORLEANS BEIGNETS
These sweet, square and holeless French doughnuts are known as beignets. New Orleans' traditional breakfast always includes a few of these powdered sugar delicacies. -Beth Dawson, Jackson, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, oil, sugar, egg and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky). Do not knead. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Punch down dough. Turn onto a floured surface; roll into a 16x12-in. rectangle. Cut into 2-in. squares. , In a deep cast-iron or electric skillet, heat 1 inch oil to 375°. Fry squares, in batches, until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Roll warm beignets in confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
THE REAL NEW YORK BAGEL RECIPE
This isn't a fast & easy recipe; unfortunately, it is quite a process. However everyone knows quality takes time! Especially in baking. If you know and love a dense, chewy, flavorful bagel just like the you can get in a wonderful Jewish bagel shop, This process will be worth it to you! I have been making bagels for a while according to a Montreal bagel recipe and everyone swoons about them, but I really do like this one better... Enjoy! Thanks all for your kind comments, I've added a few updates/details to the recipe...Reading your results made me hungry for these after not making them for a while!
Provided by Crazy Christobal
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 12h25m
Yield 12 Bagels, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium/large bowl or pot, stir the sponge together with a whisk or wooden spoon. Make sure to get all dry materials mixed in well.
- Cover with plastic wrap and keep at room temperature for 2+ hours.
- After sponge is bubbly with small holes at the top and about 2 hours have gone by, pour sponge into your mixing bowl.
- Attach dough hook. Then add all ingredients listed for dough. Flour can be added gradually as mixer is going.
- Knead with dough hook for approximately 10 minutes or until dough looks smooth and is not too sticky. Dough should be quite stiff (add more flour if needed).
- Turn out on counter and knead by hand for a few minutes. (More if your mixer couldn't handle the kneading for very long). Make sure dough does not stick to fingers to get to proper consistency.
- Divide dough with a knife into 12 equal pieces about 4.5 oz. each. make into "balls". Cover to rest with plastic wrap for 20 minutes.
- Shape each ball into a bagel by pushing your thumb(s) through the middle.
- then using your two index fingers in the hole, make fast circular motions, stretching the hole out a bit. Don't worry if they are not perfect.
- Place bagels on sheet pans or cookie sheets that have been sprayed with cooking spray oil. Leave an inch or so on all sides.
- Let rise under plastic wrap for 20 minutes then place in refrigerator.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or preferably overnight.
- Pull pans from fridge, get a large pot (4 quarts) of water on the boil and preheat the oven to 500 deg. F. move racks to the top of the oven.
- Add 1 T. baking soda to water (this increases the color depth and flavor of the bagel while baking).
- When water is boiling, pull 2-3 bagels at a time gently and place them upside down in the water.
- Boil for 30 seconds then flip over with a large slotted spoon or similar and repeat for other side. (if perchance your bagels have had time to warm up from the fridge the boiling time decreases--if your bagels are coming out of the boiling water looking too flat, decrease the boiling time on each side but always go a minimum of 15 seconds per side).
- Remove each bagel with spoon and slide off on to a large clean cotton cloth (flour sack type material not terry cloth) for draining.
- Repeat with all other bagels.
- Place parchment paper in your sheet pans or cookie sheets.
- Spread corn meal evenly and lightly on parchment paper.
- Place moist, warm bagels gently on corn meal. You can place them touching one another. Sometimes we like our bagels plain with no toppings, if you do, skip the next couple steps --.
- Make an egg wash with 1 egg mixed with approx 1/2 cup of water and when well-mixed, brush across tops of bagels. If you don't like a slightly eggy taste, you could brush with just egg whites mixed with a bit of water. This will help hold topping on.
- Sprinkle with desired toppings (I like toasted sesame seeds and poppy seeds the best, but this could include a dizzying number of different toppings-whatever you like).
- Turn oven down to 450 deg F. as you place pan(s) in oven.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes then turn pan around and switch pans on racks as necessary.
- Bake for another 5-10 minutes turning as necessary and repeat this until all bagels are evenly deep golden brown. Total cooking time will be 20-25 minutes until all are evenly deep golden.
- Remove from oven, let cool on pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for at least 15 minutes (ok, 5 minutes!) before devouring.
Tips:
- Choose Fresh Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients greatly influences the final dish. Opt for fresh, organic produce whenever possible for optimal flavor and nutritional value.
- Master Basic Techniques: Solid culinary skills form the foundation of successful cooking. Familiarize yourself with techniques like sautéing, roasting, and braising to elevate your cooking.
- Balance Flavors: Achieving a harmonious balance of flavors is key. Experiment with various flavor combinations, incorporating sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami elements.
- Practice Patience: Cooking often requires patience and attention to detail. Don't rush the process; allow dishes to simmer or bake for the specified time to develop rich flavors.
- Plating and Presentation: The visual appeal of a dish is as important as its taste. Take care in plating your creations, using colorful garnishes and creative arrangements to enhance their presentation.
Conclusion:
Embarking on a culinary journey can be both rewarding and delicious. By following these tips and experimenting with various recipes, you'll expand your cooking skills and create memorable meals for yourself and loved ones. Remember, cooking is an art form that requires practice, patience, and a touch of creativity. Embrace the process, and you'll find joy and satisfaction in the kitchen.
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