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Broiled crab cakes

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Outside of steamed crabs, crab cakes are my favorite way to enjoy that tasty crustacean. However, so many recipes want to complicate something that is pure in its simplest form. Software   · 1 lb. lump crab meat · ½ c. Panko · ½ c. mayo (Duke’s is my choice)  · 1 egg · 1 T. Old Bay (plus some extra for the outer layer) · yes, that's it. Method In a large bowl, mix together the crab, Panko, mayo, egg and Old Bay by using your hands. Hand mixing helps keep the larger pieces of crab together. Plus, your hands smell great after you are done. Make four patties about as equal sized as you can and place them on a plate or tray. Sprinkle Old Bay on the top, then flip and dash a little more on the other side. Allow the patties to rest while setting the oven to broil at high.  On a broiler safe pan, slide the patties on the pan and place under the broiler. You want to make sure you have about 4-6 inches between the tops of the crab ...

Chicken Marsala

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One of my favorite quick meals that always tastes like I’ve worked over the stove for hours. I like pairing it with garlic mashed potatoes, but pasta works well Ingredients · 4 T. butter · 4 thin chicken cutlets · ½ c flour · 1 T. Italian seasoning · ½ t salt · 30 grinds of black pepper · 8 oz. sliced white mushrooms · 1 T. garlic · ½ c marsala wine Assembly 1. In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it is bubbling. While that’s going on, mix together the flour, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper in a long dish. A bread pan works well for that. 2. When the butter is ready, dredge the cutlets through the seasoned flour and place in the hot skillet. You may have to work in stages. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Flip and repeat for another 3-4 minutes. 3. As the chicken is done, move to a plate and keep warm during the next steps. 4. Add the mushrooms ...

Chorizo and Chipotle Deviled Eggs

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Deviled eggs are just awesome. They're really easy to make, don't take that much time, and scale to any size crowd you might need to feed. This version has a smoky, spicy twist. Enjoy with your favorite beverage (poison optional). Software · 1 dozen eggs · ½ c. mayo · 2 T. minced canned chipotles (about 4 of them) · 4 oz. chorizo · Couple of pinches of salt Instructions 1. In a large pot, cover the eggs with cold water (about an inch higher than the tops of the eggs) and put on high heat. Cover the pot and wait for it to reach a boil. When it does, turn off the heat, and set a timer for 15 minutes. 2. Chop or crumble chorizo into a cold skillet over medium heat. Cook until done and drain, saving the oil from the chorizo. Set meat aside. 3. When the timer is done, drain the eggs and cover with cold water again. Wait a few minutes and begin peeling the eggs.  4. Slice the eggs lengthwise and remove yolks into a mixing bowl. Crush or...

Power of Four Macaroni and Cheese

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So much cheesy goodness! Why Power of Four? Four cups of milk and cheese, and four tablespoons of butter and flour. And, if you are hungry enough, four servings (but they’d be really big servings). This is my ultimate comfort food recipe and often requested by family and friends. Software · 1 # elbow macaroni · 4 cups of milk, room temperature · 4 T. unsalted butter · 2 T. minced garlic · 4 T. flour · ½ c sour cream · ¼ c parmesan cheese · 1 t pepper · 8 oz. shredded sharp cheddar · 8 oz. shredded Mexican cheese blend · Panko breadcrumbs Instructions 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 2. In a large pot, dump in the macaroni and cover with cold water until the water level is about an inch higher than the pasta. Cover and place the pot over high heat. 3. Set out the milk to warm with room temperature. The object is not to use cold milk later. 4. In a large, ...