Easter Surprise Cupcakes

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup margarine, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups milk
• 24 small chocolate eggs, unwrapped

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 24 muffin cups, or use paper liners. Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
2. Cream together the margarine, brown sugar and white sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated.
3. Fill each muffin cup 1/3 full, and place a chocolate egg in the center of each. Top with remaining batter until cups are 2/3 full.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown, and tops spring back when lightly tapped.

Source: http://allrecipes.com/

Stuffed Leg of Lamb with Balsamic-Fig-Basil Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped prunes
• 1/4 cup currants
• 2 tablespoons creme de cassis liqueur
• 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary
• 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 (4 pound) boneless leg of lamb, rolled and tied
• 1/2 cup chopped roasted and salted almonds
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
• 3 cloves garlic, cut into thirds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 5 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 1/3 cup thinly sliced, stemmed Calimyrna figs
• 5 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
• 6 leaves mint
• 6 leaves basil

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Combine the chopped prunes and currants with the creme de cassis in a small bowl, and set aside. In another small bowl, combine the rosemary, thyme, coriander, salt, and pepper; set aside.
3. Untie and unroll the lamb, lay it out flat on the work surface. Trim off excess fat, and cut any thick parts open so that it is evenly thick and somewhat rectangular in shape. Sprinkle half of the herb mixture over the lamb. Mix the almonds and chopped mint into the prune mixture; spread evenly over the lamb. Roll up starting at one of the short sides, and tie with kitchen twine in 1-inch intervals. Cut 9 slits about 1-inch deep into the top of the lamb, and insert a slice of garlic in each. Rub with olive oil, and sprinkle with the remaining herb mixture.
4. Place lamb seam-side up on a rack set in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven to desired doneness. For medium-rare, a thermometer inserted into the center will read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). Remove lamb from the oven and cover with foil. Allow to rest for 15 minutes while proceeding with the recipe.
5. While the lamb is resting, bring the balsamic vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Boil until the vinegar has reduced by half, 4 to 5 minutes. Once reduced, stir in the butter, honey, and sliced figs. Stir until the butter has melted, then remove from the heat, stir in the chopped basil and set aside.
6. To serve, remove the twine from the lamb and cut into 1/2 inch thick slices. Arrange on a warm serving platter and drizzle with the fig sauce, garnish with mint and basil leaves.

Source: http://allrecipes.com/

Veggie Fries 4 Ways

Sweet Potato Fries

INGREDIENTS

• For the fries:
• 1 sweet potato
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper

PREPARATION

1. Preheat oven to 425°F/220°C.
2. Cut sweet potato into fries and combine in a large bowl with olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
3. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet lined in parchment paper. Bake for 20 - 25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
4. Prepare dip while fries are baking. Combine all dip ingredients in a small bowl and set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.
5. Enjoy!

Zucchini Fries

INGREDIENTS

• 2 zucchinis
• 1 cup panko
• ½ cup grated parmesan
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 2 eggs

PREPARATION

1. Preheat oven to 425°F/220°C.
2. Cut zucchini into fries and set aside.
3. In a large bowl combine panko, parmesan, garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper.
4. Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl or dish.
5. Dip zucchini in eggs, coating evenly, and then toss in bread crumb mixture.
6. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
7. Enjoy with dip in recipe above!

Carrot Fries

INGREDIENTS

• 2 carrots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper

PREPARATION

1. Preheat oven to 425°F/220°C.
2. Cut carrots into fries and combine in a large bowl with olive oil, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
4. Enjoy with dip in recipe above!

Asparagus Fries

INGREDIENTS

• 1 bundle of asparagus
• 1 cup crushed almonds*
• ⅓ cup parmesan
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 2 eggs

PREPARATION

1. Preheat oven to 425°F/220°C.
2. Cut off about 1-2 inches of asparagus ends. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl combine crushed almonds, parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl or dish.
5. Dip asparagus in eggs, coating evenly, and then toss with the bread crumb mixture.
6. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
7. Enjoy with dip in recipe above!

*NOTE: To make crushed almonds, simply chop up almonds safely with a knife or use a blender to pulse them.

For the Greek yogurt chive dip

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chives
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper

Source: https://www.buzzfeed.com

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Crispy Bacon Grilled Cheese Roll Ups

Ingredients

• 8 slices of bread, crusts removed
• 8 slices of cheese or 1 cup+ grated cheddar
• 8 slices precooked bacon
• ¼ cup butter

Instructions

1. Using a rolling pin, roll slices of bread flat.
2. Place one slice of cheese (or 2-3 tablespoons grated cheddar). Roll up bread & cheese. Wrap one slice of bacon around each roll securing with a toothpick.
3. Place in a pan over medium-low heat. Add a small spoonful of butter & using tongs, rub the rolls in the butter ensuring the bread edges are covered. Continue adding bits of butter and turning with tongs until all sides are browned and cheese is melted.
4. Serve immediately.

Source: http://www.spendwithpennies.com/

Chef John's Irish Soda Bread

Ingredients

• 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
• 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons honey, or more to taste
• 2 teaspoons grated orange zest
• 1 cup dried currants
• 1/3 cup golden raisins

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
2. Whisk all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Cut butter into flour mixture using a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal.
3. Beat buttermilk, egg, honey, and orange zest together in a bowl. Pour buttermilk mixture, currants, and raisins into flour mixture; stir with a wooden spoon until a wet, sticky dough comes together.
4. Turn dough out onto a well-floured work surface; press dough together into a soft ball of dough and cut into 2 pieces. Form each half into a smooth, round loaf. Transfer to prepared baking sheet and let rest for 15 minutes. Cut a 1/2-inch deep "X" into the top of each loaf with a serrated knife.
5. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and fragrant, about 45 minutes. Transfer loaves to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Source: http://allrecipes.com/

STUFFED BREAKFAST BISCUITS WITH SAUSAGE AND EGG

Ingredients

• 1 8-piece package breakfast sausage patties
• 6 eggs
• 1 8-piece package refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough
• 8 slices cheddar cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

1. Crack eggs into small mixing bowl and discard shells. Add salt and pepper. Mix well using wire whisk or fork. Set aside.
2. Preheat non-stick skillet over medium-low heat for 2 minutes. Place breakfast sausage patties in heated pan and cook for 12-14 minutes, turning half-way through cooking.
3. Set cooked patties aside. Wipe out pan and discard any leftover grease. Place skillet back on stove over medium-high heat.
4. Add 1 tablespoon butter to skillet. When melted, add eggs. Cook eggs for about 2 minutes, stirring them gently throughout cooking time. Remove skillet from heat and set aside.
5. Preheat oven to 350ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Remove biscuit dough from packaging.
6. Using clean hands, gently flatten and spread 1 piece of dough until it is about 5-6 inches wide. Place 1 slice of cheese, 1 sausage patty, and about 2 heaping tablespoons of scrambled eggs onto the dough. Carefully pull up two sides of dough and pinch them together above the ingredients. Repeat with opposite two sides, then with any remaining open sides until the ingredients are totally covered. Turn the roll over, and place it on a baking sheet.
7. Repeat the last step with the remaining ingredients to make 8 rolls.
8. Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in microwave or on stovetop. Brush the tops of rolls with melted butter.
9. Place rolls in oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through baking time. The rolls will turn golden brown on the tops and bottoms when they are finished.
10. Allow rolls to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving. To store for later, allow rolls to cool completely (about 30 minutes) before packaging them in airtight containers such as glassware, plasticware, or zipper bags.
11. Refrigerated rolls can be heated in the toaster oven at 350ºF for 5-10 minutes.

Oven Braised Corned Beef & Cabbage

Ingredients

• 4 cups Swanson® 50% Less Sodium Beef Brothor Swanson® Unsalted Beef Flavored Stock
• 1 corned beef brisket(3 to 4 pounds) (with seasoning packet)
• 2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
• 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
• 2 large onion, peeled and cut in quarters
• 3 medium carrot, peeled and cut crosswise in thirds
• 6 small red potato, cut in quarters
• 1 head green cabbage, cut in wedges

How to Make It

Step 1

Set the oven to 350°F. Stir the broth and the contents of seasoning packet in a roasting pan. Place the beef, fat side-up, into the pan. Spread the mustard on the beef. Sprinkle with the brown sugar. Cover the pan.

Step 2

Bake for 2 hours. Arrange the onions, carrots, potatoes and cabbage around the beef in the pan.

Step 3

Bake, uncovered, for 1 hour or until the beef and vegetables are fork-tender. Let stand for 10 minutes. Place the beef and vegetables into a serving dish. Strain the broth mixture and serve with the beef and vegetables.

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