White Wine Turkey Gravy Pan drippings from roasted turkey 1 cup dry white wine 2-3 cups chicken broth 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1/3 cup flour Kosher salt Black pepper Pour pan drippings into a 4 cup measuring cup. Deglaze pan by adding white wine. Add liquid to measuring cup. Add enough chicken broth to measuring cup [...]
Posted in Holidays, Recipe of the Week | Tagged cooking connections, kraft recipes, perfect 10 cookbooks, turkey gravy, white wine turkey gravy
Don’t wait for a special occasion for serving these delicious, crisp potatoes. Serve them for breakfast or dinner as a companion to your favorite entree. 6 large russett potatoes, peeled and grated 1 large onion, grated 2 eggs, slightly beaten 4 Tbsp. flour 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper Oil, to cover bottom of pan [...]
Posted in Appetizers, Breakfast/Brunch, Holidays, International, Pasta/Rice/Potato | Tagged cooking connections, kraft recipes, latkes, perfect 10 cookbooks, potato pancakes
2 cups all purpose flour 1/2 – 3/4 tsp. salt 1 1/2 cups milk 4 large eggs 1/4 cup butter, melted, cooled Island Jamz Strawberry Margarita Jam In mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. In separate small bowl, beat together milk and eggs. Make a well in the flour mixture and pour in half [...]
Posted in Breads, Breakfast/Brunch, Cakes, Comfort Zone, Desserts, Holidays, International, Jams and Jellies | Tagged cooking connections, crepes, how to make crepes, kraft, perfect 10 cookbooks, strawberry crepes
Mexican Won Tons East meets west with this crunchy, spicy Tex-Mex treat. 1/2 lb. ground beef 1/4 cup onion, diced 1/2 can (15 oz.) refried beans 1 Tbsp. ketchup Taco seasoning to taste Dash hot pepper sauce to taste 48 won-ton wrappers Oil for frying Brown ground beef and onions in skillet over [...]
Posted in Appetizers, Beef, International | Tagged appetizers, cooking connections, kraft, perfect 10 cookbooks, tacos, won tons
Parmesan Chicken Wings These wings are easy to prepare and absolutely fabulous. A must for family or your next party. 2 dozen chicken wings 1 stick butter 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese 1 Tbsp. parsley flakes 1 tsp. garlic salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 1 tsp. paprika Prepare wings by cutting [...]
Posted in Appetizers, Chicken, Comfort Zone | Tagged appetizer, chicken wings, cooking connections, kraft, parmesan, perfect 10 cookbooks
Curry Dip with Fresh Crudites Spice up your next party with this creamy herb and spice dip. 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tsp. tarragon vinegar Dash of pepper 1/2 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. dried thyme 1/2 tsp. curry powder 2 tsp. chili sauce 2 tsp. fresh chives, snipped 2 Tbsp. grated onion In small [...]
Posted in Appetizers, Holidays, International | Tagged cooking connections, curry dip, kraft, perfect 10 cookbooks, vegetable dips
In the mood for a mouth-watering Southwest comfort food? Try this spicy bean dip served with tortilla chips and your favorite beverage. 1/2 cup butter 1/2 lb. sharp Cheddar cheese, grated 3 (16 oz.) cans black-eyed peas 1/2 cup onions, chopped 5-6 jalapenos, seeded and chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chilies Salt [...]
Posted in Appetizers, Comfort Zone, International | Tagged bean dip, cheese dip, cooking connections, jalapeno, kraft, mexican dip, perfect 10 cookbooks, tortilla chips
For your next party, try this creamy, citrus fruit dip kicked up with tequila and served with your favorite fresh fruit. 2 cups sour cream 3 Tbsp. granulated sugar 3 Tbsp. tequila 1 Tbsp. grated lime zest 1 Tbsp. grated orange zest 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 3 Tbsp. ground almonds Orange/Lime zest for garnish In medium bowl, [...]
Posted in Appetizers, Breakfast/Brunch, Holidays | Tagged cooking connections, figs, fruit dip, kraft, perfect 10 cookbooks, tequila
Looking for a fresh new idea for a summertime salad? Try this wonderful Antipasto Salad as an entree or side. 1 head Romaine lettuce, torn into 1-inch pieces 3 Roma tomatoes, diced 1/2 lb. provolone cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 cup black olives, pitted 1/4 lb. pepperoni slices 1 small green pepper, diced 1/2 [...]
Posted in Salads, Vegetables/Side Dishes | Tagged antipasto, antipasto salad, cooking connections, Italian dressing, kraft recipes, perfect 10 cookbooks