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Cajun Cannelloni

April 21, 2010 by Firehouse Chef  
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cnnll Cajun Cannelloni - This fabulous, completely homemade, cannelloni recipe, is actually 3 simple recipes in one! There is one for the filling, one for the sauce, and one for the topping. Overflowing with meat, this International pasta recipe is made with two different types of sausage, and a “splash” of fish and crab, topped in a crimson homemade tomato sauce , and finally topped with four different cheeses before being oven baked.

Cook Time: 40 mins
Servings: 8
Main Ingredient: Pasta, Cheese, Meat
Difficulty Level: 2

Ingredients to make Cajun Cannelloni

1 lb Ricotta cheese
1/2 c Parmesan cheese, grated
2/3 c Romano cheese, grated
1/2 lb Mozzarella cheese, shred
1/4 lb Crawfish tails, cut small pieces
1/4 lb Crabmeat
1 lg Link boudin, smoked, cut in small pieces
1 lb Link Italian sausage, cut in small pieces
28 Canneloni shells
4 Eggs
2 Jalapeno peppers, chopped
1 t Tabasco

**SAUCE
1/2 c Red wine
3 c Tomato sauce
2 sm Cans tomato paste
1/2 c Butter
4 tb Olive oil
1/4 c Onion, diced
1/4 c Shallots, slice thin
1 t Fresh ground white pepper
1/8 c Garlic, chopped
1/4 c Mushrooms, chopped

**TOPPING
1/4 c Parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 lb Mozzarella cheese, shred

Directions to make Cajun Cannelloni

Step 1:Begin 2 hours ahead. Prepare sauce: Melt butter, mix with olive oil. Add peppercorns, onion, garlic. Saute several miniutes. Add mushrooms; saute several minutes more. Add tomato sauce and paste. Simmer 1 hour or more.
Step 2:Cook sausages well in pan; add jalapenos and Tabasco. Add crawfish and saute 5 minutes more. Add crab; saute a few more minutes. Blend Romano, Parmesan and mozzarella in mixing bowl with ricotta. Add sausage, crab, crawfish mixture. Add eggs; mix thoroughly.
Step 3:Remove shells from water and stuff with mixture when cool to the touch. Arrange shells in large greased baking pan. Cover with sauce. Slice remaining mozzarella and arrange on top. Top with grated Parmesan. Bake 40 minutes at 350 degrees. Put under broiler for last 5 minutes to brown cheese topping.

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Chili-Cheese Corn Bread

March 3, 2010 by Firehouse Chef  
Filed under Appetizer, Baked, Breakfast, Buffet, Easy, Easy International Food Recipes, Easy Recipes, Lunch, New International Food Recipe, Side Dish, Snack, Starter

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chl_chs Chili-Cheese Corn Bread - This simple, savory, Mexican inspired bread recipe “packs a punch” of authentic International flavor! Sharp cheddar cheese and fiery fresh chili’s are oven baked into the bread creating a celebration for the tastebuds. A quick, easy, versatile recipe with dynamic flavor.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Main Ingredient: Cornmeal, Cheese, Chili Peppers
Difficulty Level: 2

Ingredients to make Chili-Cheese Corn Bread

1 c + 2 tb yellow cornmeal
2 ts Baking powder
1/2 ts Baking soda
1/2 ts Salt
1/4 c Whole wheat flour
1 1/4 c Buttermilk
1 Egg + 1 egg white, lightly beaten
1/4 c Sharp chedder cheese
2 tb Mild green chili, chopped

Directions to make Chili-Cheese Corn Bread

Step 1:Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Coat an 8inch square baking pan with now stick cooking spray and dust with 2 tablespoon of cornmeal. Sift into a large bowl the remaining cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt and flour.
Step 2:In another bowl combine buttermilk, eggs, cheese and chili or chile, then stir into the dry ingredients. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and place in upper third of oven.
Step 3:Bake 10 minutes or until dough is firm in center.

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Korean Wontons

January 25, 2010 by Firehouse Chef  
Filed under Appetizer, Buffet, Deep Fry, Dinner, Easy, Easy Recipes, Lunch, New International Recipes, Snack, Starter, Supper

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int8 Korean Wontons - This hefty, hearty, Korean wonton recipe is a favorite at our house, as everyone loves them! Stuffed with lean ground beef and diced vegetables, then deep fried to a crispy golden brown! One of our Best International recipes, without a doubt!

Prep Time: 15 mins
Servings: 60E
Main Ingredient: Ground Beef
Difficulty Level: 2

Ingredients to make Korean Wontons

1 lb Wonton skins
2 lb Lean hamburger
1 Chopped green pepper
8 oz Chopped bean sprouts
1 Chopped onion
1 egg
1/4 c Soy sauce
3 tb Sesame oil
4 Chopped green onions

Directions to make Korean Wontons

Step 1:Mix all ingredients except wonton skins. Put 1 T. of filling in each skin, fold and seal with egg.
Step 2:Deep fry until golden brown. Cook time varies, depending on temperature of oil.

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Delicious Chicken Parmesan

January 20, 2010 by Firehouse Chef  
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int5 Delicious Chicken Parmesan -This traditional Italian recipe for chicken parmesan, is not only delicious, it’s quick and easy. The perfect International dinner recipe for beginners, due to its oven baked simplicity, we recommend serving it with pasta and caesar salad or warm, toasted garlic bread. A “Must Try”.

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Servings: 2-4
Main Ingredient: Chicken Breast
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Delicious Chicken Parmesan

4 Boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/3 Cup dry bread crumbs
1 Large egg, beaten
1 12oz Jar marinara sauce (or homemade)
½ Cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
¼ Cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Directions to make Delicious Chicken Parmesan

Step 1:Preheat oven to 350 F.
Step 2:Flatten chicken breast with kitchen mallet between sheets of plastic wrap. Dip chicken cutlets into egg, then into bread crumbs.
Step 3:Place in lightly greased 9 x 13 x 2 inch baking pan, Bake 20 minutes.
Step 4:Remove from oven, pour marinara sauce on chicken breasts, then sprinkle with parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Return to oven, bake an additional 15 minutes, until cheese is bubbling and golden.

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Savory Sweedish Meatballs

September 21, 2009 by Firehouse Chef  
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sweedish Savory Sweedish Meatballs - This super savory, sweedish meatball recipe is so thick and creamy, you won’t believe it! Made in the oh so easy crockpot, they tease the whole house all day long with their succulent cooking aroma, which is enhanced by the addition of the onion soup mix. So quick and easy to prepare, and the slow cooker does all the cooking, this simple International recipe is going to be a favorite after the first try.

Prep Time: 20-25 mins
Servings: 10
Main Ingredient: Lean Ground Beef
Difficulty Level: 2

Ingredients to make Savory Sweedish Meatballs

4 slices of white bread, finely chopped, about 2 cups
2lbs. lean ground beef
4 egg yolks
4 Tbs. chopped fresh parsley
2 Tbs. dried minced onion
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. mustard powder
1 tsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 can (10 1/2 oz.) condensed French onion soup
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sour cream
1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce

Directions to make Savory Sweedish Meatballs

Step 1:In a bowl combine bread with 1/2 cup water; let stand until absorbed, 2 minutes. Stir in beef, yolks, 2 Tbs. parsley, onion, salt, mustard, ginger, garlic, and pepper. With wet hands roll heaping tablespoonfuls of meat mixture into balls, about 60. Place in slow cooker.
Step 2:In a bowl stir together soup and flour; pour over meatballs. Cook on high until cooked through, 4 hours; stir. Stir in sour cream and Worcestershire.

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Simple Spanish Burritos

September 18, 2009 by Firehouse Chef  
Filed under Breakfast, Buffet, Easy International Food Recipes, Easy Recipes, Lunch, New International Food Recipe, Snack, fried

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burrito Simple Spanish Burritos -This simple Spanish burrito recipe is great for breakfast or lunch, and is a “Quick Fix”. Pan fried eggs and chopped sausage, mixed with homestyle hashbrown potatoes, all wrapped in a tasty tortilla. Top with warmed salsa, and serve as is for breakfast, or with a simple rice dish for lunch. A quick, easy, anytime recipe, that can even be made ahead.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Servings: 2
Main Ingredient: Egg, Sausage
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Simple Spanish Burritos

10 oz Frozen hash brown potatoes, country style
3 tb Vegetable oil
Salt and pepper
8 oz Bulk light sausage
4 Eggs; beaten OR 1 c -Egg substitute
4 Flour tortillas, 7-8 inch, warmed
1/2 c Prepared tomato salsa

Directions to make Simple Spanish Burritos

Step 1:In large nonstick skillet cook hash browns in oil as package directs. Season with salt and pepper. In medium skillet over medium heat break up and cook sausage until thoroughly cooked, 5 to 7 minutes; drain fat. Add eggs to skillet; cook and stir until eggs are set.
Step 2:To serve, spoon hash browns and sausage mixture down center of each tortilla, dividing equally. Fold sides over and secure with picks. Serve with salsa.

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Chocolate Irish Log

September 3, 2009 by Firehouse Chef  
Filed under Baked, Buffet, Dessert, Easy, Easy International Food Recipes, Easy Recipes, New International Food Recipe, New International Recipes, Snack

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intnl Chocolate Irish Log - This very attractive, delicious, International dessert recipe, always perks up a brunch or buffet table, with it’s exotic green icing. The “Luck O’ The Irish, inspired this decadently rich, creamy, chocolate, cake based log. The Dream Whip frosting, makes this stunning dessert recipe even more sensational. This quick cooking recipe is a “Must Try”.

Prep Time: 10-15 mins
Cook Time: 18-20 mins
Main Ingredient: Cake, Chocolate
Difficulty Level: 3

Ingredients to make Chocolate Irish Log

3/4 c Sifted cake flour
1/2 ts Baking powder
1/2 ts Salt
5 Eggs
3/4 c Sugar
2 tb Sugar
2 1/2 Unsweetened chocolate
1/4 c Cold water
1/4 ts Soda
1 c Confectioners sugar

FROSTING
1 pk Dream Whip
1/2 c Milk, cold
1/2 ts Mint or peppermint flavoring
2 ds Green food coloring

Directions to make Chocolate Irish Log

Step 1:ift flour, baking powder and salt together. Beat eggs until thick and light; beat in 3/4 cup sugar gradually. Add flour mixture all at once; blend gently.
Step 2:Melt chocolate; stir in the water, soda and the remaining sugar until smooth. Add to the batter quickly. Pour into greased waxed paper-lined 15×10inch jelly roll pan.
Step 3:Bake for 18 to 20 minutes at 350. Invert the cake on a towel sprinkled with confectioners sugar; remove paper. Trim cake edges. Roll towel and cake; cool for 30 minutes.
Step 4:FROSTING: Beat Dream Whip with milk and mint flavoring until stiff peaks form; beat in food coloring. Unroll cake, discarding towel. Spread cake with Dream Whip. Roll cake again; frost with Dream Whip. Chill until ready to serve.

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Cheesy Bacon Apple Quiche

July 3, 2009 by Firehouse Chef  
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  Cheesy Bacon Apple Quiche - If you like French cuisine, then you will love this unique, International recipe for quiche. Crispy Canadian bacon, tart, fresh apples, and the one and only, incredible swiss cheese, are all mingled to increase flavor and make this one of the best quiches you have ever had. This one even has a quick cook time!

Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Main Ingredient: Egg, Bacon, Apple, Cheese
Difficulty Level: 4

Ingredients to make Cheesy Bacon Apple Quiche

2 1/4 c Sifted flour
1 1/2 ts Salt
3/4 c Shortening
5 tb Cold milk
5 Eggs
1 tb Butter or margarine
1 c Diced Canadian bacon
2 c Thinly sliced apples, red delicious, unpeeled
1 tb Flour
1 3/4 c Half and half
1/8 ts Nutmeg
1/4 ts Caraway seeds
1/2 ts Dry mustard
1 c Shredded Swiss cheese

Directions to make Cheesy Bacon Apple Quiche

Step 1:Combine sifted flour and 1 teaspoon salt. Cut in shortening until particles are size of peas. Sprinkle with about 5 tablespoons cold milk, adding just enough to make stiff dough. Shape into 6 balls. Roll out on lightly floured board to 6-inch circles and fit into 6 (5-inch) tart pans
Step 2:Fold edges under and build up high fluted rim. Pierce all over with fork tines
Step 3:Separate 1 egg. Beat egg white lightly and brush over bottoms and sides of shells. Bake below center of oven at 425F 15 minutes.
Step 4:Meanwhile, melt butter and saute bacon 1 minute. Add apple slices, cover and cook about 10 minutes, until apples are almost translucent. beat remaining whole eggs with remaining egg yolk. Add flour, half and half, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, nutmeg, caraway seeds and dry mustard and mix well.
Step 5:Sprinkle cheese evenly among tart shells, top with apples and bacon. Pour egg mixture into shells.
Step 6:Bake at 375F about 30 minutes, or until set in center. Cool to lukewarm before cutting.

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Chocolate Amaretti Cheesecake

June 30, 2009 by Firehouse Chef  
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  Chocolate Amaretti Cheesecake - If you love the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake, then this Italian version is a “must try”. Big chunks of delectable amaretti, are grinded and added to melted chocolate, to create the base of this unique, International recipe for cheesecake, then the creamy cheesecake filling is put on top of that! Mmm, can you say “out of this world”?

Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Main Ingredient: Chocolate, Cheesecake
Difficulty Level: 3

Ingredients to make Chcolate Amaretti Cheesecake

CRUST:
7 oz Amaretti (see note)
2 Tbsp granulated sugar
1 oz unsweetened chocolate,1 sqare
5 Tbsp sweet butter

FILLING
6 oz semisweet chocolate
7 oz Amaretti
4 oz almond paste
1/3 cup Amaretto liqueur
1 1/2 lb cream cheese
1/4 cup granulated sugar at room temperature
4 eggs (large or extra-large)
1/2 cup heavy cream

Directions to make Chocolate Amaretti Cheesecake

Step 1:(CRUST) Butter the sides only (not the bottom) of a 9-inch spring-form pan (2 1/2-3 inches deep). Grind the Amaretti very fine in a food processor or blender. Mix with sugar in a mixing bowl. Melt the chocolate and butter in the top of a double boiler, stirring occasionally. Add the melted mixture to the Amaretti crumbs and sugar and mix thoroughly. (Don’t wash the double boiler; you’ll be using it again in a minute.) Turn the mixture into the prepared pan. With your fingers, distribute it evenly over the bottom and press it down into a very firm, compact layer. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.
Step 2:(FILLING) Adjust rack 1/3 up from the bottom of the oven and preheat to 350 deg. F. Partially melt chocolate in the top of a double boiler, then uncover and stir until completely melted. Remove the top of the double boiler and set aside to cool. Break the Amaretti coarsely into a bowl and set aside. Cut the almond paste into small pieces, and beat on low speed with an electric mixer, while gradually adding the Amaretto liqueur. Beat until thoroughly mixed, and set aside.
Step 3:the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the sugar and beat until smooth again. Add the almond paste-Amaretto mixture and beat until thoroughly mixed. Add the melted chocolate and beat well again. Add the eggs one at a time, beating at low speed until they are incorporated after each addition. Add the heavy cream and beat until smooth. Add the coarsely broken Amaretti and stir gently only to mix. Turn into the prepared pan, pouring the mixture over the bottom crust. Rotate the pan gently to level the batter. (Don’t worry if the mixture comes almost to the top; it won’t run over.) Bake 45 minutes. It will seem soft and not done, but don’t bake any more; it will become firm when chilled.
Step 4:NOTES Amaretti are Italian almond-flavored wafer cookies. They are usually sold in metal tins with the wafers wrapped in packages of two inside the tin. You can also buy Amarettini, which are the same flavor but much smaller and not individually wrapped. Since you’re going to grind some of the wafers and break the others into chunks, it doesn’t matter which size you start with.

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