Information — Mushrooms

Recipe By : Oregonian’s Food Day
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Information

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The selection of mushrooms in produce departments and farmers markets is
becoming more varied. If you’re confused by what you’re buying and how to
use and store them, here are a few tips:

Look for dry, not slimy, mushrooms. They should be firm and smell clean,
never moldy. At home, keep them in the refrigerator in a brown paper bag.
Never keep them in a plastic bag, because they will turn into a slimy,
smelly mess. Unless they’re dried, use them as soon as possible. Don’t wash
mushrooms until you’re ready to use them.

Some mycological authorities recommend cooking all mushroom varieties, rather
than eating them raw.

Cepes: Usually found dried: they’re also called porcini. They are large,
white to reddish-brown with fat, beige stems. The flavor is like that of a
hazelnut. They’re great in chicken, fish or pasta dishes. Grill or marinate
them and serve them with red meat. They’re good in sauces, too.

Chanterelles: Yellowish and trumpet-shaped. The flavor is spicy; some say
they have a slight apricot taste. They’re also chewy. They’re fabulous
sauteed with a little butter, or try them in vegetable dishes, omelets or
sauces. They’ll knock your socks off in stroganoff.

Enoki: The word means snow-puff in Japanese. Cultivated ones are a bright
white, while wild ones are large and darker. They are flower-shaped, with a
long stem and tiny cap. Use them raw or toss them into stir-fry. They’re
the perfect garnish.

Morels: Some people consider these the ultimate mushroom because of their
rich, real mushroom flavor. They are cone-shaped and can be yellow or black.
The darker the color, the richer the flavor. These are fantastic cooked in
stuffing, sauces, sautes, meat and poultry dishes.

Oyster: Also known as monkey head; gray to white with a large cap. It has
hardly any stem. Oysters are fragrant and especially good in seafood dishes.
Some people think they have a slight lobster-like flavor when sauteed. They
are out of this world when stir-fried with scallops.

Shiitake: A pretty mushroom with a large, floppy brown cap and a thick, brown
stem. You can grill, saute, stuff or marinate it. Shiitakes will enhance
any stew or meat dish. Try them in a cream sauce.

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Title: PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND FOUR CHEESES -KVNH17B
Categories: Pasta rice, Poultry, Cheese/eggs
Yield: 4 servings

5 tb Unsalted butter
1 ea Med. onion, chopped
3 c Canned plum tomatoes*
1 1/2 c Heavy cream
2 ea Whole chicken breasts
1/2 c Fresh grated Bel Paese*
1/4 c Ricotta
1 x Additional pecorino*
1 tb Olive oil
1 ea Garlic clove, minced
1 x Salt and fresh gr. pepper
1 lb Penne, rigatoni or ziti
1/2 c Fresh grated pecorino*
1/2 c Gorgonzola, crumbled
2 tb Minced fresh parsley

*Use canned whole plum tomatoes in puree. *Parmesan can be
substituted for pecorino and Fontina can be substituted for Bel Paese
cheese.
Melt 1 Tbsp. butter with oil in heavy large saucepan over
medium-low heat. Add onion, cover and cook until translucent,
stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1
minute. Blend in tomatoes. Increase heat to medium high and simmer
uncovered until thickened, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
Season lightly with salt and generously with fresh ground pepper.
Bring cream to boil in heavy large skillet.
Reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in tomato sauce. Keep sauce warm.
Cook pasta in large amount of boiling salted water until al
dente. When pasta is almost done, return sauce to simmer. Add chicken
to sauce and stir until pieces are just firm, about 2 minutes. Blend
in cheeses and remaining 4 Tbsp. butter. Drain pasta.
Add to sauce, tossing to coat. Adjust seasoning.
Spoon mixture into heated bowls. Garnish with minced parsley and
serve. Pass additional grated cheese separately.
From: “Cooking With Bon Appetit” -Series: “Pasta and Pizza.”

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Friendship Cake Mix Style One

Recipe By :
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time: 0:0
Categories : Cakes

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1 package Instant vanilla pudding mix — 3-oz
2/3 cup Oil
4 Eggs
1 package Yellow cake mix
1 1/2 cups Brandied fruit
well drained — *
1/2 cup To 1 cup pecans — chopped
1 cup Raisins

* See recipe, Brandied Fruit Starter for Friendship Cake. Combine pudding,
oil, eggs and cake mix. Beat 3 minutes at
medium speed. With spoon, blend fruit, floured nuts and raisins into batter.
Pour or spoon into greased and floured Bundt pan. Bake at 350~ for 40-50
minutes.

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Title: FIVE-ALARM SALSA
Categories: Sauces, Tex-mex
Yield: 1 servings

1 ea 28-ounce can whole tomatoes
-tomato puree, undrained
2 ea Fresh hot green chili pepper
-seeded and minced,
-or 1/2 c chopped canned gre
-en chili peppers
1/2 c Finely chopped white or yell
-onion
2 ea Garlic cloves; minced
2 tb Lime juice

In a medium saucepan, bring all the ingredients to a
simmer over medium- heat, then cook for 5 minutes.
Spoon the salsa into hot, sterilized jars and
attach the lids. Process the jars in a boiling water
bath for 5 minutes. Remove from the water and cool at
room temperature. Note: The canned chili peppers will
make a milder salsa than if you use fresh chile After
opening, you can extend the salsa (and mute the heat a
little) by stirring in a cupful
of minced bell peppers or thawed corn kernels. A
tablespoon or so of chopped
coriander leaves adds a nice fillip. Makes about 2
pints.

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Title: Low-Fat Coleslaw
Categories: salads
Yield: 4 servings

1 tb balsamic vinegar
1 ts tahini
1/2 ts dijon mustard
1/4 ts celery seed
1 dash worcestershire sauce
1 3/4 c nonfat mayonnaise
1 1/2 c shredded green cabbage
1/2 c shredded red cabbage

Whisk together vinegar, tahini, mustard, celery seed and
Worcestershire sauce. Stir in mayonnaise. Add cabbages, toss well.
Per serving: 22 calories, 0.7 g fat (25%) From: Prevention Magazine,
July 1991

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Title: Moroccan Anise Bread
Categories: Moroccan, Breads
Yield: 2 Loaves

1 tb Active dry yeast
1 1/3 c Warm water
1 ts Sugar or honey
1 tb Vegetable oil
2 1/2 ts Anise seeds
2 ts Table salt or
4 ts Kosher[ing] salt
4 c Unbleached all-purpose flour
1 ea Egg white beaten with
1 ts Water
3 tb Sesame seeds

1. Dissolve the yeast in 1/4 cup of the water. Add the sugar or honey
and let stand until foamy, 5 to 10 minutes.

2. Add the remaining water, oil, anise, salt, and 2 cups of the flour.
Gradually stir in the remaining flour until the mixture holds
together.

3. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough until smooth and
elastic, about 10 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning to coat.
Cover loosely with a towel or plastic wrap and let rise at room
temperature until double in bulk, about 1-1/2 hours, or

4. Punch down the dough and divide in half. Shape each piece into a
ball, cover, and let rest for about 10 minutes.

5. Sprinkle a large baking sheet with cornmeal or fine semolina or
grease the baking sheet. Flatten each dough ball into a 6-inch round.
Some cooks flute the outer edge, others leave it plain. Place the
rounds on the prepared baking sheet, cover, and let

6. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

7. Prick the dough around the sides with the tines of a fork or a
toothpick. Brush the tops of the loaves with the egg white and lightly
sprinkle with the sesame seeds.

8. Bake until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped, about 30
minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

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Title: Gazpacho De Los Angeles
Categories: Soups, California
Yield: 6 servings

46 oz Canned tomato juice
1 Green bell pepper; minced
1 sm Onion; minced
1 Cucumber; peeled minced
2 Canned green chiles; minced
1 tb Worcestershire sauce
1 ts Seasoning blend
1/2 ts Minced garlic
1 tb Olive oil
1 tb Chopped chives
2 dr Hot pepper sauce
MSG (optional)
Salt, white pepper
Lemon wedges

Combine tomato juice, green pepper, onion, cucumber, chiles,
Worcestershire, seasoning blend, garlic, olive oil, chives and hot
pepper sauce. Season to taste with MSG, salt and white pepper. Chill
thoroughly. Serve with lemon wedges.

Note: For smooth gazpacho served with vegetable garnishes, blend
tomato mixture in blender container until smooth. Serve with
additional diced cucumber, green pepper and croutons on side.

Makes 6 to 8 servings

Created by: Velvet Turtle, Los Angeles

(C) 1992 The Los Angeles Times

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Title: ORIENTAL SHRIMP SALAD
Categories: Shrimp, Seafood, Salads, Bubba gump
Yield: 4 servings

4 1/2 c Water
1 1/2 lb Unpeeled medium-size fresh
– shrimp
1 c Fresh bean sprouts
1 cn Sliced water chestnuts,
– drained (8-oz.)
1/4 c Green onions
1/4 c Chopped celery
3/4 c Mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 tb Lemon juice
1 tb Soy sauce
1/4 ts Ground ginger
1 c Chow mein noodles, divided
Lettuce leaves

Bring water to a boil; add shrimp, and cook 3 to 5
minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain well; rinse
with cold water. Chill. Peel, devein, and chop shrimp.

Combine shrimp, bean sprouts, water chestnuts, green
onions, and celery in a bowl. Combine mayonnaise and
next 3 ingredients; stir well. Add mayonnaise mixture
to shrimp mixture, tossing gently. Cover and chill.

Just before serving, stir in 3/4 cup noodles. Spoon
onto individual lettuce-lined plates, and sprinkle
with remaining 1/4 cup noodles.

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Title: Hearty Beef Vegetable Soup with Noodles
Categories: Soups/stews, Vegetables, Ground beef, Beef, Pasta
Yield: 6 servings

1 lb Medium Ground Beef 1 1/2 tb Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cn 14 oz, Italian Tomato Sauce 1 tb Oregano
8 c Water 1 tb Mexican Chili Powder
2 ea Onions, chopped 1 tb Freshly Ground Pepper
1 lb Frozen Corn, Peas, Carrots 2 ts Red Cayenne Pepper
6 oz Egg Noodles 2 ts Salt

Put 8 cups of water, 1 14 oz can of Italian tomato sauce, 2 medium sized
onions (chopped), 1 pound of mixed frozen vegetables into a pot. Add the
seasoning and olive oil, heat on high for 30 minutes. Brown the beef in a
frying pan, transfer the beef to the soup mixture using a slotted spoon to
leave the fat in the frying pan. Turn the heat to medium, heat for 10
minutes. Add the egg noodles, turn the heat to low and heat another 20
minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

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WORLD’S BEST BEAN SOUP MIX

Recipe By :
Serving Size : 40 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Mixes

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1 lb Navy beans
1 lb Great northern beans
1 lb Pinto beans
1 lb Red beans
1 lb Dried soybeans
1 lb Yellow split peas
1 lb Green split peas
1 lb Black eyed peas
1 lb Dried lentils
1 lb Dried limas — Large
1 lb Dried baby limas
1 lb Barley, pearled

Combine all the ingredients in a large pan or bowl.
Measure out 2-cup gift packages and store in airtight
containers.

Recipe By : Diane Phillips, The Perfect Mix

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