Article ID: 998508
Article Submitted: February 20, 2008
Category: Food and Drink :: Desserts
Article Word Count: 648
Ingredients you will need for the Fruit Filling:
2 Pounds of fresh pitted cherries if they are in season, or use
2- 16 ounce cans of cherry pie filling if they are not.
1 Cup of sugar only to be used if you are using the fresh pitted cherries.
** If you are not using the fresh cherries do not use the sugar it will be, too sweet**
1/4 Cup of cold water
1-2 Tablespoons of cornstarch for desired thickness
1/4 Teaspoon of vanilla bean paste
Now you will need to assemble your fruit filling:
Fresh Cherry Filling: You will need to add the water, cornstarch and mix in a mixing bowl. You will then add the vanilla extract, and mix with the cornstarch slurry. Add your cherries, and sugar, and mix all of the ingredients together. The cornstarch will thicken the fruit filling during cooking. There are many different recipes I have seen that require you to boil the fruit mixture before you add it to the pan. It is not necessary to do this, it will still do the same while baking. And your fresh cherries will not get overcooked during the boiling process. This is a much better method, and it saves you time.
Canned Cherry Filling: If you are going to use canned cherries these are the steps you will follow. First you will add some water to a mixing bowl. You will not use all of the water listed above. I would use about half of that, or about 2-3 ounces of cold water. I would then add my cornstarch and mix well. Then you add the vanilla bean paste. Remember if you are using the canned cherry filling you will not use the sugar.
Ingredients for the dough topping:
1 Cup of all purpose flour
2 Teaspoons of baking powder
2 Tablespoons of sugar
1/4 Teaspoon of salt
1/4 cup of butter
1/2 Cup of milk
1 Large egg
Lets make our dough:
First you will need to preheat your oven to 375 if it is a gas oven, and about 400 if it is an electric oven. I have a Kitchen Aid Professional mixer with a dough hook, and this is what I use while making my bread doughs. I know that there are many different types of equipment out there for making doughs, so just use one that will work for you. You can always do it the old fashioned way like my grandma, I just can't part with that much time these days.
You will need to combine your flour( I always sift mine, it was how I learned to do all of my baking) sugar, and baking powder, and salt into your mixer. I would get the machine ready to go, and start adding small amounts butter to start cutting in your fat. In another bowl I would add the egg, and milk and whisk until frothy. After they are both mixed in separate bowls you will start to add the wet to your dry ingredients. You will need a spatula to scrape down the sides of the mixing bowl. Mix until the ingredients are starting to combine, but don't over mix.
Now it is time to put it all together: Add your cherry filling to an 8-10 baking pan. You will need to find something to scoop out your dough mixture into small dough balls. A spoon will work fine, but I like to use a small ice cream scoop, it just makes for a little better presentation. After you start scooping out the dough you will place the balls on top of the cobbler. You can make a design, or do a random drop.
You will need to turn half way through baking to insure even cooking. The approximate cook time is 25-30 minutes. The reason for the approximate cook time is due to everyone's oven is different, so make sure you keep an eye out on you wonderful dessert. Enjoy!
Chef Shelley Pogue, a Cum Laude, Le Cordon Blue graduate and Executive Research and Development Chef, for Vertical Sales and Marketing, San Ramon, CA.
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Sunday, February 24, 2008
Coconut Ginger Ice Cream Recipe , This is a must try, It is excellent and very easy,great kid recipe
I made this dessert for my final class in culinary school. We had to prepare a dessert with a four course meal, that we had to complete before we were able to move on. We had to select out of a hat, the items we were to prepare, and do so in a slotted time period to be graded. We knew that we had to make a dessert, and were allowed to bring any items into class that we wanted to use within reason. I decided to bring in rock salt, coconut milk, and shredded coconut. We always had fresh ginger, nutmeg and sugar at our disposal, so I knew that I would have that at my disposal for any dish. I very much believe that my instructors loved my coconut dessert dish, due to they ate every last bite, and I made a perfect score.
This is a great recipe, and it is very fun to make, and probably the easiest to make, too. I am glad that I am able to share this recipe with you!
Ingredients you will need:
1 Can of coconut milk (or) 16 ounces
1/4 Teaspoon of fresh ginger
1/2 Cup of shredded coconut
1/8 Teaspoon of nutmeg
1/4 Cup of sugar - you can go much less on the sugar if you like. Adjust it to you taste. If you want to totally remove it that is an option too. You can use a sugar substitute, but follow the directions on the box.
2 Cups of rock salt
4-5 Cups of cubed or crushed ice.
4 small ramekins
2 Large zip lock bags
1 mixing bowl
You are now ready to make your ice cream. You will add in a mixing bowl the 16 ounces of coconut milk. It is always best to shake the can of coconut milk before you open it, to get the built up coconut milk fat solids incorporated back into the liquid. You will ten cut off a piece of ginger and peel it, and then cut it, and make a paste, and add it to the milk. Add you nutmeg, and sugar, and give it a good mix. You will need to taste it to make sure it has the flavor component you want. If you want to add more nutmeg, or ginger now would be the time to do so.
If you are a diabetic you could use a sugar substitute, or no sugar at all. I have not tried it without the sugar, so I would be interested in any feedback on this matter. I do believe that it would work though.
You will now need to get ready for the fun to start. You can roast of your coconut before or after. Just get a small saute pan, and add your coconut to a pan over med to med high heat and toss until golden brown. Remove from pan and save for topping your finished ice cream later.
Add your milk ice cream mixture to the first zip lock bag and make sure it is sealed very well. If you have a rubber band to go around to keep it from flapping around this is a good thing. In your second bag you are going to add half of the rock salt, and half of the ice to the bag. Next ad your 1st zip lock bag with the milk mixture, and then the rest of the ice, and rock salt. You will then let the kids take over if they are helping you out.
This is best done outside in an area that is not going to matter if things get a little out of hand. You will need to shake vigorously for around 5-10 minutes, or until the milk starts turning into a frozen solid. You will then remove from the bag of ice, and rock salt. Mix very gently with cold water, and pat dry. Immediately put the semi-frozen mixture into the ramekins, and put into the freezer for about 5-10 minutes. Pull from freezer and add your roasted coconut to the top and dig in.
I love this recipe, and it is so fun to make. It is also one of the best desserts I have ever eaten as well.
Chef Shelley Pogue, a Cum Laude, Le Cordon Blue graduate and Executive Research and Development Chef, for Vertical Sales and Marketing, San Ramon, CA.
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This is a great recipe, and it is very fun to make, and probably the easiest to make, too. I am glad that I am able to share this recipe with you!
Ingredients you will need:
1 Can of coconut milk (or) 16 ounces
1/4 Teaspoon of fresh ginger
1/2 Cup of shredded coconut
1/8 Teaspoon of nutmeg
1/4 Cup of sugar - you can go much less on the sugar if you like. Adjust it to you taste. If you want to totally remove it that is an option too. You can use a sugar substitute, but follow the directions on the box.
2 Cups of rock salt
4-5 Cups of cubed or crushed ice.
4 small ramekins
2 Large zip lock bags
1 mixing bowl
You are now ready to make your ice cream. You will add in a mixing bowl the 16 ounces of coconut milk. It is always best to shake the can of coconut milk before you open it, to get the built up coconut milk fat solids incorporated back into the liquid. You will ten cut off a piece of ginger and peel it, and then cut it, and make a paste, and add it to the milk. Add you nutmeg, and sugar, and give it a good mix. You will need to taste it to make sure it has the flavor component you want. If you want to add more nutmeg, or ginger now would be the time to do so.
If you are a diabetic you could use a sugar substitute, or no sugar at all. I have not tried it without the sugar, so I would be interested in any feedback on this matter. I do believe that it would work though.
You will now need to get ready for the fun to start. You can roast of your coconut before or after. Just get a small saute pan, and add your coconut to a pan over med to med high heat and toss until golden brown. Remove from pan and save for topping your finished ice cream later.
Add your milk ice cream mixture to the first zip lock bag and make sure it is sealed very well. If you have a rubber band to go around to keep it from flapping around this is a good thing. In your second bag you are going to add half of the rock salt, and half of the ice to the bag. Next ad your 1st zip lock bag with the milk mixture, and then the rest of the ice, and rock salt. You will then let the kids take over if they are helping you out.
This is best done outside in an area that is not going to matter if things get a little out of hand. You will need to shake vigorously for around 5-10 minutes, or until the milk starts turning into a frozen solid. You will then remove from the bag of ice, and rock salt. Mix very gently with cold water, and pat dry. Immediately put the semi-frozen mixture into the ramekins, and put into the freezer for about 5-10 minutes. Pull from freezer and add your roasted coconut to the top and dig in.
I love this recipe, and it is so fun to make. It is also one of the best desserts I have ever eaten as well.
Chef Shelley Pogue, a Cum Laude, Le Cordon Blue graduate and Executive Research and Development Chef, for Vertical Sales and Marketing, San Ramon, CA.
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Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Chipotle Tilapia fish taco's with a cilantro, and mango chutney, with a chipotle aioli. Served with black beans and rice. Ingredients list:
Ingredients list:
1 lbs of Fresh Tilapia, you can use frozen, if you can't find fresh
1-2 bunches of fresh Cilantro3
1-2 fresh ripe Mangoes
1/2- 1 fresh Jalapeno
1/2 lime for juice
1 clove of minced garlic paste
1 small Red Onion or a sweet White Onion, the red just gives it a better eye appeal
1 can of Chipotle Peppers in Adobo sauce, check you Hispanic food section at you local grocery store.
3-4 Tbsp of dried Chipotle chili for a dry rub
1-2 T of Salt and Cracked Pepper for dry rub
1/2-1 tsp of garlic powder for dry rub
1/4-1/2 Cup of Canola oil
1/4 Cup of Mayo
2 Cans of Black Beans, with added fresh garlic about 1-2 cloves ,with salt to taste, and then cooked together for about 10-15 minutes
3-4 Cups of prepared Aborio rice, I like to add Fresh Corn, and Red Bells with some fresh Cilantro and salt.
1 Package of Whole Wheat tortillas, or Flour if you prefer
1 package of Coleslaw mix, it has shredded red cabbage, green cabbage and carrots
Ready the Tilapia for the Dry Rub: First you will make sure the fish is fresh and that it is clear of all bones. You will then make sure the fish is dry of all moisture. Then add the fish to the oil, and remove to a sheet pan. You will take all of the dried spices, and salt and pepper, and mix. You will then get a pan, add your Tilapia and apply a generous coating of the dry rub to your Tilapia. Set the fish aside and let it hang out while you prepare your chutney. You can refrigerate if you think it will take you very long to prepare you chutney, and Chipotle aioli.
Your Mango Chutney: You will remove the skin from your Mango, cut it and remove the pith. You will fine chop the red onion, and mince the garlic. You will also very finely chop the Jalapeno. You can add as much or little of the Jalapeno for desired taste. You will be adding a Chipotle Aioli as the sauce for the taco. It will have some heat to it, so if you want to omit the Jalapeno altogether the taco's will be fine without it.
Chipotle Aioli: If your can of Chipoltle in the Adobo sauce, is a puree you will be a step ahead. If your Chipotle peppers are whole in the can, and in the sauce you will need to puree at this time. No big deal takes 2-3 minutes. After you have the puree you can add half of it to the mayo, and garlic powder, or all of the Chipotle puree at this time. You can add as much or little it just depends on the amount of heat you prefer to you taco's. You just need to make sure you are tasting as you are adding your puree to the mayo to get the desired heat for your palate. A little of this puree goes a long way, and it has a really great flavor. Mix well, and add minced garlic paste and refrigerate.
Preparing the Tilapia: In a med saute pan you will heat over medium to low high heat, add some canola oil. Add the dry rub coated Tilapia and saute quickly, and turn. Do not over cook, it will only take about 2-3 minutes on each side. Take the Tilapia out of the saute pan and let it rest for about 2-3 minutes and start to prepare you plates for food service.
Plating your Tilapia Taco's: Add your serving of rice and beans to the plate. Add 2 tortillas, and add your Chipotle Aioli on the open faces. You can add a little, or a generous portion, it is your preference. You will then add some of the coleslaw mixture on each of the tortillas. Then add the Tilapia, and then the Mango chutney. If you like you can also add some of the black beans as well. You can also add extra cilantro for garnish. I hope that you enjoy these Tilapia taco's they have always been a real hit. Enjoy!
Chef Shelley Pogue, a Cum Laude, Le Cordon Blue graduate and Executive Research and Development Chef, for Vertical Sales and Marketing, San Ramon, CA.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Shelley_Pogue
1 lbs of Fresh Tilapia, you can use frozen, if you can't find fresh
1-2 bunches of fresh Cilantro3
1-2 fresh ripe Mangoes
1/2- 1 fresh Jalapeno
1/2 lime for juice
1 clove of minced garlic paste
1 small Red Onion or a sweet White Onion, the red just gives it a better eye appeal
1 can of Chipotle Peppers in Adobo sauce, check you Hispanic food section at you local grocery store.
3-4 Tbsp of dried Chipotle chili for a dry rub
1-2 T of Salt and Cracked Pepper for dry rub
1/2-1 tsp of garlic powder for dry rub
1/4-1/2 Cup of Canola oil
1/4 Cup of Mayo
2 Cans of Black Beans, with added fresh garlic about 1-2 cloves ,with salt to taste, and then cooked together for about 10-15 minutes
3-4 Cups of prepared Aborio rice, I like to add Fresh Corn, and Red Bells with some fresh Cilantro and salt.
1 Package of Whole Wheat tortillas, or Flour if you prefer
1 package of Coleslaw mix, it has shredded red cabbage, green cabbage and carrots
Ready the Tilapia for the Dry Rub: First you will make sure the fish is fresh and that it is clear of all bones. You will then make sure the fish is dry of all moisture. Then add the fish to the oil, and remove to a sheet pan. You will take all of the dried spices, and salt and pepper, and mix. You will then get a pan, add your Tilapia and apply a generous coating of the dry rub to your Tilapia. Set the fish aside and let it hang out while you prepare your chutney. You can refrigerate if you think it will take you very long to prepare you chutney, and Chipotle aioli.
Your Mango Chutney: You will remove the skin from your Mango, cut it and remove the pith. You will fine chop the red onion, and mince the garlic. You will also very finely chop the Jalapeno. You can add as much or little of the Jalapeno for desired taste. You will be adding a Chipotle Aioli as the sauce for the taco. It will have some heat to it, so if you want to omit the Jalapeno altogether the taco's will be fine without it.
Chipotle Aioli: If your can of Chipoltle in the Adobo sauce, is a puree you will be a step ahead. If your Chipotle peppers are whole in the can, and in the sauce you will need to puree at this time. No big deal takes 2-3 minutes. After you have the puree you can add half of it to the mayo, and garlic powder, or all of the Chipotle puree at this time. You can add as much or little it just depends on the amount of heat you prefer to you taco's. You just need to make sure you are tasting as you are adding your puree to the mayo to get the desired heat for your palate. A little of this puree goes a long way, and it has a really great flavor. Mix well, and add minced garlic paste and refrigerate.
Preparing the Tilapia: In a med saute pan you will heat over medium to low high heat, add some canola oil. Add the dry rub coated Tilapia and saute quickly, and turn. Do not over cook, it will only take about 2-3 minutes on each side. Take the Tilapia out of the saute pan and let it rest for about 2-3 minutes and start to prepare you plates for food service.
Plating your Tilapia Taco's: Add your serving of rice and beans to the plate. Add 2 tortillas, and add your Chipotle Aioli on the open faces. You can add a little, or a generous portion, it is your preference. You will then add some of the coleslaw mixture on each of the tortillas. Then add the Tilapia, and then the Mango chutney. If you like you can also add some of the black beans as well. You can also add extra cilantro for garnish. I hope that you enjoy these Tilapia taco's they have always been a real hit. Enjoy!
Chef Shelley Pogue, a Cum Laude, Le Cordon Blue graduate and Executive Research and Development Chef, for Vertical Sales and Marketing, San Ramon, CA.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Shelley_Pogue
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