It’s a story about a husband creating a version of a ground beef hash that reminds his wife of her childhood in Chile. You can also find the history of the dish, the derivation of the name, and a couple more recipes. Http://eatingchile.blogspot.com/2009/06/charquican-tomatican-and-other-cans_11.html 1/2 pound ground beef OR minced cooked beef oil or lard 1… Continue reading Charquicán
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Crispy Baked Halibut (or in a pinch, chicken)
1 ¼ pounds fresh or frozen halibut steaks, cut 1" thick,OR4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds, total)2 teaspoons cooking oil¾ cup breadcrumbs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan½ teaspoon dried tarragon, crushed½ teaspoon paprikaa dash of ground black pepper lemon wedges Heat oven to 450°. Thaw fish, if frozen. Cut fish into 4 portions; pat dry… Continue reading Crispy Baked Halibut (or in a pinch, chicken)
Shrimp “Hong Kong”
The entire recipe is written in the excellent handwriting that could be found on a couple of recipes in this box, during the time when my sister had been practicing her penmanship. The letters are very clear and very regular – that wonderful regularity of form is something I still cannot master! There is not… Continue reading Shrimp “Hong Kong”
So-Called Hawaiian Chicken
1 can (20 ounce) pineapple slices packed in juice1 tablespoon flour1 tablespoon oil1 pound or more of boneless, skinless chicken breast halves1 tablespoon honey1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce1 tablespoon chopped fresh chivesor2 tablespoons dried chopped chives¼ teaspoon pepper Fresh chives for garnishBasmati ricezucchini Drain pineapple slices, reserving ¼ cup juice. Quarter each slice; set aside. On… Continue reading So-Called Hawaiian Chicken
Pepper Steak
1 pound beef chuck or round, trimmed of fat¼ cup soy sauce1 clove garlic1 ½ teaspoons grated fresh gingeror½ teaspoon ground ginger¼ cup salad oil1 cup thinly sliced green onions1 cup green bell peppers, cut into 1" squares2 stalks celery, thinly sliced1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup water2 tomatoes cut into wedges Cut beef across the grain… Continue reading Pepper Steak
Sweet-and-Sour Pork
(6 servings) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 pounds pork shoulder for stew, cut in 2" x 1" pieces¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon ground black pepper1 large onion, sliced1 large green pepper, sliced1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 can (14.5 ounces) reduced-sodium tomato sauce3 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce ½ pound egg… Continue reading Sweet-and-Sour Pork
3-Minute Chocolate Cake
4 tablespoons flour4 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cocoa powder1 egg3 tablespoons milk3 tablespoons oil In a cereal bowl or large mug, mix together dry ingredients. Stir in egg. Pouring milk and oil and mix well. Microwave on high for 3 min. Wait until it stops rising and sets in the bowl or mug. Great plain or… Continue reading 3-Minute Chocolate Cake
Oatmeal Pancakes (Laurel’s Kitchen)
1 1/8 cups milk1 cup rolled oats2 tablespoons oil2 eggs, beaten½ cup whole-wheat flour1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon baking powder¼ teaspoon salt Combine milk and rolled oats in a bowl and let them stand at least 5 min. Add the oil and beaten eggs, mixing well. Then stir in the flour, sugar, salt, and baking… Continue reading Oatmeal Pancakes (Laurel’s Kitchen)
Curried Basmati Rice
1 tablespoon oil1 tablespoon butter1 medium onion, chopped1 clove garlic, minced½ cup mushrooms, sliced½ cup peas½ red bell pepper, chopped¾ teaspoon salt1 ¼ teaspoon curry powder1 cup basmati rice1 ¾ cups water2 tablespoons toasted, slivered almonds In a medium saucepan, sauté onion and garlic in oil and butter for several minutes. Add curry powder and… Continue reading Curried Basmati Rice
Recipes out of the Blond Box 