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    Crockpot Chicken and Rice in A Bag

    Crockpot Chicken and Rice in A Bag INGREDIENTS 3 pounds chicken parts 1 can 10.75oz cream of chicken soup 1 can water 2 cups raw rice 1 package dry onion soup mix 1 teaspoon Thyme Salt and Pepper to taste 1 large oven cooking bag INSTRUCTIONS 1. Combine rice, soup, thyme, salt, pepper, and...
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    Earl Grey, hot

    Got to get me one of these.... Star Trek The Next Generation Apron | ThinkGeek Make it so.... BBQ Factor 5. ENGAGE. .40
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    Headed to Las Vegas for a trade conference

    I'm flying to Las Vegas tomorrow to attend a trade conference. EMC World is one of the premier trade shows for storage and backup...the geeks are invading Nevada. I've never been to LV before. Mrs 40 C and I be staying at the LINQ hotel and casino right on the strip. The hotel is...
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    Baked Cheesy Grits

    Baked Cheesy Grits INGREDIENTS 2 cups water 2 cups milk 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup grits 4 tablespoons butter 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese Salt and pepper to taste INSTRUCTIONS Method Pour the liquid into a 3 quart saucepan and add the baking soda. I know this is a huge pan, but...
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    .40's Woodshop

    I make sawdust mostly...at least that's the old running joke at our house. I was asked to share some pics over in the http://www.discusscooking.com/forums/f15/chicken-and-dumplings-92651.html#post1415633 thread. So here you go. Breaking ground...
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    Chicken and Dumplings

    Tried and true. Perfect every time. Chicken and Dumplings INGREDIENTS Stock 6 Cups Water 3 Bone in Chicken Breast halves 2 bay leaves 1 clove whole garlic 1 teaspoon thyme Stew 4 Cups Chicken Stock 3 Cups Water 1 Cup White Wine 4 Tablespoons Butter 4 Tablespoons Flour 1 Cup Carrot 1/2 Cup...
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    Easy Peach Cobbler

    Here is an easy to make peach cobbler. Less than 15 minutes prep time on this one...provided your ducks are in a row. Easy Peach Cobbler INGREDIENTS 3/4 cups Butter, 1 1/2 sticks, divided 1/2 cups Granulated sugar, for batter 1/2 cup Granulated sugar, for filling 1/2 cup brown sugar, for...
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    Beatles Pancakes

    Saw this video....simply amazing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FduD8cvsfsE .40
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    Lazy Chicken Teriyaki

    Here is a quick 30 minute entree great for thowing together after a long day at work. Not 100% authentic but tasty. 1 pkg Chicken Tenders 1 TBS Sesame oil 1/4 cup Soy-Vey Teriyaki sauce Sesame seeds Preheat oven to 375 Put oil and sauce in the bottom of large skillet Add chicken pieces one...
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    Pecans

    The new property has 4 massive (75 - 100 ft tall)pecan trees on the grounds. I've never seen so many pecans. The outer husks are still green and just beginning to split. Harvest for zone 8 is said to be September/October. How does one go about harvesting this crop? Any tricks of the trade...
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    Howdy Y'all

    Haven't forgotten all of my DC family. Life has gotten a little crazy for us...overwhelming. We've moved from our home of 15 years. NEVER DOING IT AGAIN...EVER. I'm way too old and creaky. Our new home is in town, about 9 minutes from the "Keeping her happy" farm in Brenham, TX. It's a...
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    Sunday Dinner January 5th 2014

    Enormous pot of red beans and rice to share with friends and family at our house today. Mrs 40 C wanted a double batch...had to get down the 12qt All-Clad stock pot. .40
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    Fatty 'Cue

    Williams Sonoma has their Fatty 'Cue sauces on sale 75% off. Williams-Sonoma Fatty 'Cue Collection | Williams-Sonoma Bought some of this and can't wait to try it: Bakar Marinade & Dipping Sauce is a fiery combination of red jalapeños, North Carolina honey, Indonesian coconut palm sugar...
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    Baked Rice Pudding

    Quick to assemble. Long slow cooking time. Incredible silky texture. Baked Rice Pudding INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons butter melted plus more for pan 12 cups whole milk 2 cups uncooked rice 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract cinnamon or nutmeg INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat the oven...
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    FishCakes

    Fishcakes INGREDIENTS Filling 1 pound leftover mashed potatoes 1 pound leftover fish (any cooked fish, smoked fish, or combination of seafood), poached 1/4 cup of chopped onion or green onion (white parts) 1 tablespoon dried parsley, or other herb 1 egg, beaten zest of 1 lemon juice of 1 lemon...
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    Mahi Mahi, Smoked

    For everything there is a season. Turns out, Mrs 40 C has gone to the lake house for a weekend with her girlfriends leaving me alone. Time to smoke some fish. Been wanting some since the Chief posted this thread...http://www.discusscooking.com/forums/f16/steelhead-smoked-85785.html Started 3...
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    Beef Tips on Rice

    A blast from the past and one of the family's favorite comfort foods. Works well in a pressure cooker...freezer to table in 1/2 hour. Great for weeknight dinners. INGREDIENTS 1 lb Sirloin Tip, Chuck, or Round Steak, cut into bite size pieces 3 cups Beef Broth 1 tablespoon beef soup base 1...
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    Sultana Coffee Cherry Tea

    Picked up a half pound of this tea with my last coffee order over at Sweet Marias just to try it out. I did a little research before forking over my $3.15 and found that this product is only produced in a few countries. In Bolivia, where this is made it is called Sultana. Very rare to see...
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    Windsor vs Saucier

    Now that I've had a chance to test drive the Mauviel M'cook for a while I have to say I'm very impressed with it's performance. I find myself still using an ancient 1 qt saucier that I didn't replace in the initial purchase and I would like to retire it. It doesn't perform well on my...
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    Cold Fermented Pizza Dough

    Pizza Dough - Cold Ferment The oil content gives this dough a rich flavor and makes it very easy to handle. Cold fermentation enhances the flavor and texture of the crust. INGREDIENTS 2 1/4 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F) 2 Tablespoons active dry yeast 6 cups (or more) all purpose flour 1...
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    Posole Rojo, Quick

    Posole Rojo, Quick INGREDIENTS 2 to 3 pounds leftover cooked pork, boneless, trimmed, bite size 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 tomatoes, diced 6 cups chicken broth 1 15 ounce can pinto beans, drained 1 28 ounce can white hominy, drained 1 28 ounce can...
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    Meet Joe

    Just wanted to introduce Joe, the newest resident of the forty_caliber compound north of Houston. Joe was born weighing a whopping 180 pounds, has firetruck engine red hide and breaths fire. ....no really it's true. Ace hardware assembled and delivered free of charge. Fired him up and...
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    Black Pepper Gravy

    Black Pepper Gravy is a derivative of Bechamel sauce. INGREDIENTS 4 to 6 tablespoons shortening (bacon drippings or vegetable oil) 6 tablespoons flour 3 1/2 to 4 cups milk 2 tablespoons fresh cracked black pepper salt to taste INSTRUCTIONS 1. Add shortening to hot saucepan and heat over...
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    Chicken Fried Steak

    Chicken Fried Steak Authentic Texas chuckwagon style. Serve hot with cream gravy and mashed potatoes INGREDIENTS 3 pounds tenderized (minute) steaks 2 cups flour 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk 1 egg 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper 1/2 teaspoon cayenne 1 teaspoon...
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    Coke fountain with 120+ flavors

    I ran across this Coke soda fountain today while I was in Houston running errands. I've never seen one like it before. It's an all in one unit making ice in the top. The touch screen allows you to choose your soda of choice. When selected another menu is displayed allowing you to add...
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