Warm Caramel Nutty Brownies

I am not normally a brownie fan- but these are fabulous!!

Ingredients:

1	pkg (12 oz) semi-sweet chocolate morsels, divided
1	pkg (18-21 oz) brownie mix (plus ingredients to make cake-like brownies)
3/4	cup packed brown sugar, divided
1	cup salted mixed nuts, divided
5	rolls (1.7 oz each) milk chocolate-covered chewy caramels, divided (40 pieces total)
	Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly brush Large Bar Pan with vegetable oil using Chef's Silicone Basting Brush. Chop 1 1/2 cups of the chocolate morsels using Food Chopper. In Classic Batter Bowl, combine brownie mix, water, oil, eggs and 1/4 cup of the brown sugar; mix well. Fold in chopped chocolate; pour batter into bar pan, spreading evenly using Small Mix ‘N Scraper®.
2. Chop nuts using Food Chopper. Combine half of the nuts and remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar; sprinkle evenly over brownie batter. Bake 20-22 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
3. Meanwhile, using Utility Knife, cut 16 caramels into quarters. Place remaining 1/2 cup chocolate morsels in Prep Bowl; microwave on HIGH 1 minute or until melted, stirring after each 20-second interval. Spoon melted chocolate into resealable plastic bag; set aside.
4. Remove bar pan from oven to Stackable Cooling Rack. Immediately press remaining 24 caramels evenly into brownie in four rows of six caramels each. Sprinkle quartered caramels and remaining nuts over brownies. Trim corner of chocolate-filled bag with Utility Knife; drizzle chocolate evenly over brownies. Cut into squares; serve warm using Mini-Serving Spatula. Serve with ice cream, if desired.

Yield: 24 servings
Nutrients per serving: Calories 300, Total Fat 16 g, Saturated Fat 4.5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 135 mg, Fiber 2 g

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Torte

SOOOO YUMMY!!!

Ingredients:

	Nonstick cooking spray with flour
1	pkg (18-21 oz/450 g) traditional or chewy brownie mix
3	eggs
1/2	cup (125 mL) plus 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil
1/4	cup (50 mL) water
1/4	cup (50 mL) creamy peanut butter
1 2/3	cups (400 mL) peanut butter morsels
2	cups (500 mL) mini marshmallows
6	pkgs (1.5 oz/42 g each) peanut butter cup candies, diced

 

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray Torte Pans with cooking spray. Place Parchment Paper circles over centers of pans; set aside. In large mixing bowl, combine brownie mix, eggs, 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the oil, water and peanut butter; mix well. Divide batter between pans, spreading to edges. Bake 10-12 minutes or until centers feel firm to the touch.
   
   
2. In large microwave-safe bowl, microwave morsels and remaining oil on HIGH 1-2 minutes or until melted, stirring every 30 seconds. Set aside 1/4 cup (50 mL). Fold marshmallows into remaining mixture.
3. Remove pans from oven; cool 4 minutes. Invert one brownie well-side up onto platter; spread marshmallow filling. Invert second brownie onto cooking rack. Using Mega Lifter, place well-side up over bottom layer; top with candies and drizzle with reserved peanut butter mixture.

Yield: 16 servings

Nutrients per serving: Calories 470, Total Fat 24 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Carbohydrate 53 g, Protein 10 g, Sodium 250 mg, Fiber 2 g

Taffy Apply Pizza

Ingredients:

1	package (18 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough
1/2	teaspoon vanilla
1	package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2	cup packed brown sugar
1/4	cup creamy peanut butter
3	medium Granny Smith apples
1/4	cup caramel ice cream topping
1/2	cup peanuts, chopped

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Shape cookie dough into a ball and place in center of Large Round Stone; flatten slightly. Using lightly floured Baker's Roller®, roll out dough to a 14-inch circle, about 1/4 inch thick. Bake 16-18 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove from oven; cool 10 minutes. Carefully loosen cookie from baking stone using Serrated Bread Knife; cool completely on baking stone.
   
   
   
   
2. Combine cream cheese, brown sugar, peanut butter and vanilla in Small Batter Bowl; mix well. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over cookie.
3. Peel, core and slice apples using Apple Peeler/Corer/Slicer. Cut apple slices in half and arrange evenly over cream cheese mixture.
4. Microwave ice cream topping on HIGH 30-45 seconds or until warm; drizzle evenly over apples. Chop peanuts using Food Chopper; sprinkle over apples. Cut into wedges.

Yield: 16 servings
Nutrients per serving: Calories 300, Total Fat 17 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 5 g, Sodium 270 mg, Fiber 1 g
Cook's Tips: Use the Jar Opener to open the jar of caramel ice cream topping with ease.

The Large Spreader is handy for spreading the cream cheese mixture over the cooled cookie. Our Small Spreader works equally well for spreading frosting and thick glazes over baked goods.

Dip apples in lemon-lime flavored carbonated soda or lemon juice to prevent them from turning brown.

Add a touch of spice to this dessert pizza by sprinkling ground cinnamon over the apple slices in Step 3 using the Flour/Sugar Shaker.

Jerk Chicken Nachos

I LOVE this twist on nachos!  SOOO Yummy!

Ingredients:

6	cups tortilla chips
3	cups diced or shredded cooked chicken
2	cups (8 oz) shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
2	tbsp Jamaican Jerk Rub, divided
1	small yellow or red bell pepper or combination
1	lime
2	tbsp snipped fresh cilantro
1/4	cup sour cream and 1 tsp additional Jamaican Jerk Rub (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange tortilla chips in a slightly overlapping layer on Large Round Stone with Handles.
   
   
2. In Classic Batter Bowl, combine chicken, cheese and 1 tbsp of the rub; mix gently using Small Mix ‘N Scraper®. Sprinkle chicken mixture evenly over tortilla chips. Bake 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted; remove from oven to Stackable Cooling Rack.
3. Meanwhile, dice bell pepper with Santoku Knife. Cut lime in half crosswise. Juice half of the lime using Citrus Press into Small Batter Bowl; add bell pepper and remaining rub and mix well.
4. Snip cilantro in mincing cup of Herb Keeper using Kitchen Shears. Slice remaining lime half using Ultimate Mandoline fitted with v-shaped blade; cut slices in half using Utility Knife.
5. Spoon bell pepper mixture over nachos; sprinkle evenly with cilantro. If desired, combine sour cream and additional rub in resealable plastic bag; trim corner to allow sour cream to flow through. Pipe sour cream mixture over nachos. Garnish with lime slices.

Yield: 12 servings
Nutrients per serving: Calories 200, Total Fat 10 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 16 g, Sodium 300 mg, Fiber 1 g

Cook's Tips: Use the Classic Batter Bowl to measure tortilla chips easily. Discard broken chips.

This recipe can also be prepared on the Large Bar Pan, if desired.

S'more Cups

Ingredients:

7	whole graham crackers (1 cup/250 mL finely crushed)
1/4	cup (50 mL) powdered sugar
6	tbsp (90 mL) butter, melted
4	bars (1.55 oz or 43 g each) milk chocolate candy, divided
12	large marshmallows

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Place graham crackers into a large resealable plastic bag. Finely crush into crumbs using Baker's Roller®;. Combine graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar and butter in Small Batter Bowl. Using Small Scoop, place scant scoop of crumb mixture in each cup of Deluxe Mini-Muffin Pan. Press crumbs to form shallow cups with Mini-Tart Shaper. Bake 4-5 minutes or until edges are bubbling. Meanwhile, break two of the candy bars into rectangles. Remove pan from oven; place one rectangle into each cup.
   
   
2. Cut marshmallows in half crosswise using Professional Shears dipped in cold water. Place one marshmallow half, cut-side down, into each cup. Return to oven 1-2 minutes or until marshmallows are just slightly softened. Remove from oven to Stackable Cooling Rack; cool 15 minutes. Carefully remove cups from pan. Cool completely.
3. Break remaining candy bars and place in (1-cup/250 mL) Prep Bowl. Microwave on HIGH 1 minute-1 1/2 minutes or until melted and smooth, stirring every 20 seconds. Dip the top of each marshmallow in melted chocolate. Turn top-side up and let stand 40 minutes-1 hour or until set.

Yield: 24 cups
Cook's Tips: Dipping the Professional Shears in cold water before cutting the marshmallows helps minimize sticking.

The time it takes the chocolate to set varies depending on weather conditions and room temperature. You can refrigerate the cups briefly until the chocolate is set; store them at room temperature.

Store the cups in a single layer in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Freezing is not recommended.

For a richer chocolate flavor, substitute dark chocolate candy bars for the milk chocolate.

Shirley J: Creamy Vegetable Lasagna

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp Shirley J Chicken Bouillon
• 3 Tbs Butter
• 6 Button Mushrooms, Sliced
• 1 c. Onion Sliced
• 2 Garlic Cloves(chopped)
• 1 Green Bell Pepper, Sliced
• 1 Medium Zucchini, Sliced In Circles
• 1 box Uncooked Lasagna Noodles
• 6 oz Spinach
• 1 tsp Black Pepper
• 1/2 Tbs Red Pepper Flakes
• 4 c. Alfredo Sauce(see below)
• 4 c. Mozzarella Cheese

• Alfredo Sauce
• 1 c. Shirley J Universal Sauce
• 4 c. Water
• 1 c. Parmesan Cheese, Grated

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Over medium heat, briefly sauté mushrooms, onion, garlic, green bell pepper, and zucchini with Chicken Bouillon, pepper, red pepper flakes, and butter. Do not overcook. Set aside. In a 9×13 pan, layer uncooked pasta noodles, alfredo sauce (just enough to cover noodles), and vegetable mixture. Add second layer of noodles, alfredo sauce to cover, and spinach. Finally, add third layer of noodles, remaining sauce, mozzarella cheese, and water. Cover and cook for one hour. Remove cover last five minutes and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Remove from oven and let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

Alfredo Sauce:
In medium saucepan, whisk together Universal Sauce and water; bring to a boil. Turn down heat and bring to a desired consistency. Stir in parmesan cheese.

**Note:  I left out the spinach and mushrooms.  I wish I would have added about 2-3 times the amount of vegetables though!

Simple Salsa

1/2 lime

6-8 tomatoes

1/2 green pepper

1/2 onion

1-2 jalapeno (the more seeds you add the hotter it will be)

handful of cilantro

pinch of salt, pepper and garlic salt

Enjoy!