Monday, April 30, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #30 - Meatballs (Polpette Alla Casalinga)

2 slices Italian bread, torn into small pieces
1/2 Cup milk
2 Tblsp. finely chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 cloves finely chopped garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg lightly beaten
1 pound beef chuck, ground twice
6 Tblsp. freshly grated Romano cheese
1 Tblsp. olive oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 Tblsp. oregano

Soak the pieces of bread in 1/2 cup milk for 5 minutes, then squeeze them
dry an discard the milk. In a large mixing bowl, combine the soaked bread,
then beaten egg, beef and sausage with the remaining ingredients. Knead the
mixture vigorously with both hands or beat with a wooden spoon until all
ingredients are well blended and the mixture is smooth and fluffy. Shape the
mixture into small balls about 1/1/2 inches in diameter. Lay the meatballs
out in one layer on a flat tray or baking sheet, cover them with plastic
wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.

Heat 1/4 cup of olive or vegetable oil in a heated, heavy 10-12 inch
skillet until a light haze forms over it. Fry the meatballs 5 or 6 at a time
over a moderately high heat, shaking the pan constantly to roll the balls
and keep them round. In 8 - 10 minutes, the meatballs should be brown
outside and show no trace of pink inside. Add more oil to the skillet as
needed.

Serve the meatballs hot with tomato sauce.

Sunday, April 29, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #29 - Orange Chicken with Rice

1 tablespoon canola or olive oil
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; cut in 1/2 inch strips
Lemon pepper seasoning
1/4 cup low-fat or fat-free ranch salad dressing
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup instant rice
1 green pepper; julienned
1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges; drained

In a large skillet that has a lid, heat oil over medium heat.
Add chicken, cook and stir about 5 to 7 minutes. Sprinkle
liberally with lemon pepper while cooking. In a medium bowl,
combine mayonnaise, ranch dressing, orange juice, and brown
sugar. Stir mixture into chicken, mix well. Add rice and green
pepper; bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes. Remove from heat and
add mandarin oranges.

Cover and let stand 5 minutes.

Saturday, April 28, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #28 - Shrimp On The Barbie

12 Giant Prawns, shelled and heads and tails intact
1/4 cup Butter
1 cup Orange juice (freshly, squeezed)
2 tablespoons Sherry
1 teaspoon Orange Zest (grated)
2 each Green onions, tops and white
1 teaspoon Ginger root, (freshly grated)

Soak a dozen long wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Then push
skewers through prawns, lengthwise, from head to tail with only 1 to a
skewer. Combine all ingredients in saucepan and cook over medium to
low heat, stirring, until butter is completely melted. Dip skewered prawns
in the orange sauce and position on oiled grill rack about 4 inches above
the coals. Baste liberally with sauce and grill for 2 minutes. Turn the
prawn over and baste again, cooking for another 2 minutes. Smaller
prawn will be done at this point, but continue basting and turning larger
prawn until they are pink and cooked through. Remove from heat
immediately when done, as they will get tough if overcooked.

Use any remaining sauce for a dip for the prawns.

Friday, April 27, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #27 - Red Lobster's Shrimp Diablo

3 lb. Large Uncooked Shrimp In the Shells (no heads)
Milk
1/2 lb. Unsalted Butter
1 Jar Kraft BBQ Sauce
1/2 Cup Ketchup
1 Tablespoon Fresh Ground Pepper
1/4 Cup Frank's Red Hot Sauce

Wash shrimp in cool water and remove heads if needed.
Soak shrimp in milk overnight.
Mix all sauce ingredients in a sauce pan and stir until boiling.

Remove from heat and refrigerate for at least four hours.
Drain milk from shrimp, place them in a baking pan, and cover
evenly with the sauce. Let stand 1 hour.

Bake uncovered in preheated oven (450F) for 15 minutes
(less time for smaller shrimp).

Thursday, April 26, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #26 - Smoked Eggplant and Yogurt

1 medium eggplant, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup lightly salted water
1 1/2 cups plain regular or low-fat yogurt
1 small bunch green onions, diced
1/2 bunch cilantro, diced
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 piece charcoal
1 - 5x5 inch piece aluminum foil
1 tablespoon margarine or shortening

In a pot over medium heat, add the eggplant and water; cook
until tender and the water evaporates. Mash the eggplant so no
large chunks remain. Allow to cool completely.

In a large bowl, add the yogurt, mashed eggplant, green onions,
cilantro, pepper and salt; mix well.

To smoke the salad, heat the charcoal over open flame until gray
and reddish in color. Place the piece of foil in the eggplant
salad (make room in the center for the foil). Place the hot charcoal
on the piece of foil in the bowl. Add the margarine on top of the
charcoal and cover salad bowl immediately. Allow to smoke for
10 minutes; remove charcoal.

Chill the salad in the refrigerator and garnish with fresh chopped
cilantro and a sprinkle of paprika.

Wednesday, April 25, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #25 - Porkettes

1 pound ground fully cooked low-fat ham
1 egg
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/8 teaspoon pepper
8 turkey bacon strips, halved lengthwise
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple slices, drained and
halved horizontally

In a bowl, combine the ham, egg, relish and mustard. Shape
into eight patties the same diameter as the pineapple rings.

Combine the sweet potatoes, orange peel and pepper. Shape into
eight patties the same diameter as pineapple rings. On a
15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking sheet coated with nonstick
cooking spray, assemble in the following order: Cross 2 strips
of bacon, 1 pineapple slice, 1 ham patty, 1 sweet potato patty
and 1 pineapple slice. Fold bacon ends up and over top; secure
with a toothpick. Bake at 350F for 50-55 minutes or until bacon
is crisp.

Remove toothpicks; serve immediately.

Tuesday, April 24, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #24 - Cinnamon Honey Wings

2 1/2 pounds Chicken wings
4 each Garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 cup Olive oil
2 tablespoons Soy sauce
1/4 cup Vinegar, rice
1/4 cup Honey, mild
1-1/2 teaspoons Cinnamon, ground
1 teaspoon Thyme
1/2 teaspoon Ginger, ground
1/2 teaspoon Mustard, dry
1 cup Apple Wood Chips

Mix all ingredients (except chips) in a plastic bag then knead occasionally
for 2 hours. Soak wood chips in water for 30 minutes. Prepare fire in grill.

Add chips to hot coals. Cook wings on the grill for about 10 minutes on
one side, then turn and baste with the marinade. Continue cooking
10 minutes or until done.

Serve immediately or refrigerate until needed.

Monday, April 23, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #23 - Hearty Macaroni Salad

2 C. cubed cooked ham or chicken
4 C. cooked elbow macaroni
1 C. frozen cooked small shrimp, thawed
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 C. chopped onion
1/4 C. chopped green pepper
1/4 C. chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 C. shredded Cheddar cheese

In a bowl, combine all the above ingredients.

Dressing
1/3 C. sour cream
1/3 C. mayonnaise
4 tsp. vinegar
1 tsp. snipped fresh dill OR 1/4 tsp. dill weed
1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. sugar

Combine all ingredients until blended. Pour over salad and toss to coat.
Cover and chill for several hours before serving. Serves 8.

Nutritional Analysis: One 3/4 cup serving (prepared with chicken, r
educed-fat cheese and nonfat sour cream and without salt) equals:
188 calories, 136 mg. sodium, 49 mg cholesterol, 14 gm carbohydrate,
12 gm protein, 9 gm fat

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 1/2 meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat

Sunday, April 22, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #22 - Turkey Macaroni Salad

8 ounces fusilli pasta, uncooked
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup yogurt
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
3 cups (1 pound) cubed, cooked turkey
1 cup chopped celery

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse with
cold water, and drain again.

In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, yogurt, onions, salt, and
white pepper. Gently stir in turkey, pasta, and celery.

Cover, and chill until serving time.

Saturday, April 21, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #21 - Pizza Hut Dessert Pizza

Pizza Crust:
1 cup warm (105F) water
2 cups flour
1-1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 cup cake flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast

Fruit Filling:
1 - 21 oz. can pie filling (cherry, blueberry, or apple)

Crumb Topping:
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup quick oats
1/2 cup firm butter or margarine
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Vanilla Glaze:
2 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoon Milk
1 tablespoon Melted margarine or butter
1 teaspoon vanilla

Combine yeast and warm water and let proof for 3 minutes. Add to
other crust ingredients in a large bowl and knead for 10 minutes.

Cover with plastic wrap, and allow to rise for about 12 hours.
Preheat oven to 500F. Roll the dough on a floured surface until it
is about the diameter for your 16 inch pizza pan. Place in pan and
form the dough to the edge. Brush with vegetable oil and prick with
fork. Prebake for 3 minutes. Remove from the oven and spread with
pie filling. Mix crumb topping ingredients with a fork or pastry
blender. Spoon over pie filling. Return pizza to the oven and
continue to bake for 10-15 minutes or until crust is light golden
brown.

Remove and drizzle with vanilla glaze.

Friday, April 20, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #20 - McDonald's Big Mac

1 regular sized sesame seed bun
1 regular sized plain bun
2 beef patties (2 ounces each flattened to bun size)
2 tablespoons Big Mac sauce (recipe follows)
2 teaspoons reconstituted onions
1 slice real American cheese
2 hamburger pickle slices
1/4 cup shredded lettuce

Discard the crown half of the regular bun, retaining the
heel. Toast both sides of the heel and the "inner" sides of
the sesame bun.

Cook the two-all-beef-patties just like regular burgers.
After the bun parts are toasted, put 1 tablespoon of sauce on
each of the heels (toasted side). Then add 1/8 cup shredded
lettuce to each. On the true bottom bun, place one thin slice
of American cheese on top of the lettuce. On the extra "heel",
the middle bun, place two pickle slices on top of the lettuce.

When the meat patties are done, place them one at a time on
both prepared buns. Stack the middle bun on top of the bottom
bun, and put the crown on top.

BIG MAC SAUCE:
1/4 cup Miracle Whip
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons french salad dressing
1/2 tablespoon sweet relish
2 teaspooons dill pickle relish
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried, minced onion
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon ketchup
1/8 teaspoon salt

Mix together and allow to flavors to blend for about
an hour before using.

Thursday, April 19, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #19 - Pork with Broccoli in Oyster Sauce

1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon MSG (optional)
1/4 cup oyster sauce
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 cups sliced lean pork (about 1 pound)
1 bunch (about 2 pounds) fresh brocolli, sliced
2 slices ginger, shredded
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup water

Mix together first five ingredients and set aside.

Heat wok or pan until hot and dry. Add the oil, then the salt.

Turn heat to medium. Add the ginger and the garlic and fry until
golden brown. Turn heat to high. Add the pork and fry until outside
is lightly browned. Add the broccoli and stir-fry for 3 minutes.

Add the water, cover, and cook for 4 minutes. Pour in reserved
sauce mixture; stir while cooking until gravy thickens. Turn heat
down to low, cover, and cook for 2 minutes more. Place in covered
serving dish until ready to serve.

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #18 - Glazed Roast Pork Tenderloin

1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
2 lbs pork tenderloin, trimmed of all visible fat

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, orange juice, honey,
orange rind, cinnamon and allspice. Set aside.

Place the pork on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Insert a meat
thermometer into the center of the pork. Roast for 30 minutes, or
until the thermometer registers 160F. During the last 10 minutes of
roasting, brush the pork occasionally with the mustard mixture.

Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before slicing
and serving.

Tuesday, April 17, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #17 - Cinnabon Rolls

ROLLS:
1/2 cup warm water
2 packages dry yeast
2 tablespoons sugar
3 1/2 oz. pkg. vanilla pudding mix
1/2 cup margarine, melted
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
6 cups flour

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
8 oz. cream cheese
1/2 cup margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups confectioner's sugar
1 tablespoon milk

To make frosting, mix all ingredients until smooth.
In a bowl combine water, yeast and sugar. Stir until dissolved. Set aside.

In large bowl, take pudding mix and prepare according to package
directions. Add margarine, eggs and salt. Mix well. Then add yeast
mixture. Blend.

Gradually add flour; knead until smooth. Place in a greased bowl. Cover
and let rise until doubled. Punch down dough and let rise again.

Then roll out on floured board to 34 x 21" size. Take 1 cup soft butter
and spread over surface. In bowl, mix 2 cups brown sugar and 4 teas.
cinnamon. Sprinkle over top. Roll up very tightly. With knife, put a notch
every 2". Cut with thread or knife.

Place on lightly greased cookie sheet 2" apart. Take hand and lightly
press down on each roll. Cover and let rise until double again. Bake at
350F for 15-20 minutes. Remove when they start to turn golden.

DON'T OVER BAKE.
Frost warm rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting.

Makes about 20 very large rolls.

Monday, April 16, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #16 - Brownies

1/2 C. light margarine
2 (1 oz.) squares unsweetened chocolate
2/3 C. granulated sugar
2 large eggs
3 T. skim milk
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 C. all-purpose flour
1 1/4 tsp. Sweet 'N Low®
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/8 tsp. salt
1/4 C. chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a medium saucepan melt margarine and chocolate over low heat.
Remove from heat and beat in sugar, eggs, milk and vanilla extract
until well combined. Stir in flour, Sweet 'N Low, baking soda and salt.
Fold in nuts

Spread batter into an 8-inch square baking pan sprayed with nonstick
vegetable cooking spray. Bake 20 minutes or until a wooden pick
inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack before
cutting into squares. Makes 16 servings

Per serving: 133 calories, 3 g protein, 17 g carbohydrate, 7 g fat
(2 g saturated fat), 27 mg cholesterol, 113 mg sodium

Diabetic exchanges: 1 starch/bread, 1 1/2 fat

Sunday, April 15, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #15 - Fruit Salad with Champagne Sauce

1 cup kiwi, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch cubes
1 cup figs, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch cubes
1 cup grapes, sliced in half
1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced in half
1 cup fresh raspberries
2 egg yolks
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 cup Champagne

Heat broiler to its highest setting.

Divide the cut fruits into 4 soup plates, arranging them
decoratively. Make sauce by combining egg yolks and sugar in
a mixing bowl. Whisk briskly until the yolks begin to turn a
light lemony color. Add the Champagne a little bit at a time,
whisking constantly until well blended.

Place the mixing bowl in a pot or pan and pour about 1 inch
of water around it. Bring the water to a simmer and continue
to whisk vigorously until the mixture becomes light and foamy.

Once the mixture starts to thicken, remove the bowl from the
heat. Do not overcook. Continue to whisk for 10 seconds.

Pour equal amounts of sauce over each fruit salad. Place the
plates under the broiler about 3 inches from the source of
heat and allow them to cook just until they are lightly
browned on the surface, rotating as needed.

Serve immediately with remaining Champagne to accompany.

Saturday, April 14, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #14 - Paella

1 Chicken broiler, cut up
2 Cloves garlic
1/4 Cup Oil
1 Pound Raw shrimp
4 Sliced tomatoes
1 Pound Peas
12 Artichoke hearts
1-1/2 Cup Brown rice
6 Strands saffron
1 Cup Onion, diced
1 Green bell pepper, diced
1 Red bell pepper, diced
1 Teaspoon Paprika
1 Cup White wine
2 Cup Water

Brown chicken and garlic in oil; remove chicken to large casserole dish. Add
shrimp, tomatoes, peas and artichoke hearts to dish. In oil used to brown
chicken, sauté rice, saffron, onion, green and red bell peppers for 7
minutes. Add to casserole dish, sprinkle on paprika, and pour in wine and
water. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 1 hour, or until rice is ready.

Friday, April 13, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #13 - Menudo

2 1/2 Pound Tripe
1/2 Calf's foot
1/3 Cup Vinegar
Cold water
2 Cloves garlic
1/2 Small Onion
3 Quart Water (approx.)
Salt
1−1/2 Cup Hominy
Red Chile Puree (see below) OR 1 cup canned red chile sauce
Finely chopped green onions
Chopped cilantro leaves
Lemon wedges
Corn tortillas, heated
Red Chile Puree:
8 California chiles (1/4 lb)
2/3 Cup Water

Scrape off any fat from tripe. Cut tripe into 1−inch squares. Place tripe
and calf's foot in a large bowl. Add vinegar and cold water to cover
generously. Let stand 3 hours. Drain. Rinse tripe and calf's foot
thoroughly. Place in a large pot. Add garlic and onion. Pour in water to
cover ingredients plus 1 to 1 1/2 inches, about 3 quarts. Add salt to taste.
Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 6 hours or until tripe
is tender. After 1 hour, skim foam from surface of soup. Skim again as
needed. Add more water if liquid evaporates. Prepare Red Chile Puree. Add
hominy and Red Chile Puree during last hour of cooking. Ladle into large
bowls. Serve chopped green onions, cilantro, lemon wedges and hot corn
tortillas separately. Makes 10 to 15 servings. Red Chile Puree: Remove stems
from chiles. Break chiles open and rinse out seeds. Place in a saucepan with
water to cover. Bring to a boil. Continue to boil until chiles are softened,
about 5 minutes. Drain; discard water. Place chiles in blender; puree. Add
enough water to make puree the consistency of tomato sauce. Press pureed
chiles through a sieve to remove bits of peel. Makes about 1 cup. Variation:
Substitute 1 1/2 cups nixtamal (cooked dried corn) for canned hominy.
Combine with soaked tripe and calf's foot, garlic, onion and water. Cook as
directed above.

Thursday, April 12, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #12 - Barbadian Cake

1 1/2 cups white sugar
2 cups butter
4 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3 cups all−purpose flour
4 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon almond extract
2 cups milk

Preheat oven to 400F. Lightly grease and flour one 9 or 10 inch
bundt pan. By hand, with a spatula, cream butter and sugar together
until light and fluffy. Add eggs all at once and beat well. Sift the
flour and the baking powder together. Add to butter mixture along with
1 cup of the milk. Continue to beat well (the batter will be doughy).
Add the remaining 1 cup of milk along with the vanilla and almond
extracts. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
Bake at 400F for 1 hour. Reduce heat to 350F and continue baking for
15 minutes longer.

Wednesday, April 11, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #11 - Hot−Fried Crispy Shredded Beef

4 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 oz. corn starch
1 lb. topside of beef, cut into matchstick strips
2 cups vegetable oil
3 medium carrots, scraped and cut into matchstick strips
2 spring onions, cut into 1 inch sections
2 dry red chilies, shredded
3 garlic cloves, crushed
6 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
4 tablespoons wine vinegar

Mix together the eggs, salt and cornflour and toss the beef in
this until well coated. Heat the oil in a wok to 350 degree F, or
until a cube of bread browns in 30 seconds, and stir−fry the beef
for 1 1/2 minutes or until crispy. remove and drain on paper towels.
Reheat the oil and deep−fry the carrots for 1 1/2 minutes. Remove
and drain on paper towels.

Pour off most of the oil, leaving about 1 1/2 tablespoons in the
bottom of the wok. Reheat, then add the spring onions, chilies and
garlic. Stir−fry together for about 30 seconds over the heat then
add the sugar, soy sauce and vinegar. Return the meat and carrots
to the sauce. Toss over the heat and serve.

Tuesday, April 10, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Dhoray #10 - Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables

1 pound Large onion
1 pound Red bell pepper
1 pound Green bell pepper
1 pound Yellow squash
1 pound Zucchini squash
1 cup Olive oil
1/3 cup Italian seasoning

Peel onions and cut top−to−bottom in large wedges. Cut tops from bell
peppers, remove core, and cut in large top−to−bottom pieces. Trim ends
from squash and cut in diagonal rounds, about 1/2" thick. Toss all
vegetables in a large bowl with olive oil and seasoning, breaking up the
onion wedges somewhat. Place in a single layer on a very hot grill
(watch out for the flare−ups!) and grill, turning occasionally, until peppers
are slightly charred and veggies are tender (about 5 minutes).

Serve immediately. These are also good refrigerated, then microwaved
to reheat.

Monday, April 9, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #9 - Honey Spiced BBQ Sauce

1 1/4 Cup Ketchup
2/3 Cup Salad oil
3/4 Cup Vinegar
5 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 Cup Honey
2 Tablespoon Dry mustard
3 Teaspoon Ginger, fresh grated
1 Lemon, sliced thinly
3 Tablespoons Butter

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and heat to blend together.
Remove lemon peel before basting.

Sunday, April 8, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #7 - Fried Rice

2 eggs
1 teaspoon MSG (optional)
1/8 teaspoon groung white pepper
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 cups cooked rice
4 scallions, chopped, including green ends
2 cups diced cooked pork, ham, chicken, shrimp, or any meat
1 slice ginger, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Put first four ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir slightly;
the eggs should not be well beaten.

Heat wok or pan hot and dry. Add the oil. Brown the garlic and
ginger slightly, then add the rice. Cook for 2−3 minutes, stirring
to break up lumps and coat with oil. Add the rest of the ingredients
except the egg mixture. Fry and stir constantly until thoroughly
mixed. Add the egg mixture while stirring the rice so it will cover
as much of the ingredients in the pan as possible. Cook about
2 minutes, stirring constantly. Serve while hot.

Saturday, April 7, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #8 - Carbonara Sauce

4 Tablespoon Butter
8 Slice Bacon; cut in 1/4" strips
2 Eggs
2 Egg yolks
1 Teaspoon Red pepper flakes
1 Cup Parmesan cheese
1/2 Cup Heavy cream
1 Teaspoon Salt
Black pepper
1 Pound Spaghetti
8 Quarts water

Cream soft butter. In another bowl, beat eggs & yolks and whisk until
blended, add 1/2 cup cheese. Heat large casserole dish in 200F oven. Bring
water & salt to boil in large pot. Meanwhile, fry bacon in skillet over
med heat until crisp. Pour off half of fat and stir in red pepper flakes and
cream. Bring cream mixture to simmer and keep warm until spaghetti is done.
Transfer cooked spaghetti to heated serving bowl and stir in creamed butter.
Coat well. Stir in hot bacon & cream mixture and finally the beaten eggs
and cheese. The heat of the pasta will cook the raw eggs. Taste and season
with salt and pepper. Serve with remaining grated cheese.

Friday, April 6, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #6 - Bean Sprout Salad

2 tablespoon Sesame seeds
1 pound Fresh bean sprouts thoroughly washed and drained
3 Garlic cloves, peeled and minced
2 md Scallions −− trimmed & minced
1 − 1" cube ginger, peeled and minced
2 tablespoon Oriental sesame oil
1/3 cup Soy sauce
2 tablespoon Cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Mirin (sweet rice wine)
2 teaspoon Light brown sugar
1 teaspoon Spicy sesame oil

PREHEAT OVEN TO 300F. Toast the sesame seeds by spreading them
over the bottom of a pie tin. Roast for 12−to−16 minutes, stirring often,
until they are golden. The seeds can be toasted in advance and stored
in an airtight container.

Place the bean sprouts in a large heatproof bowl and set it aside.
In a medium−size skillet set over moderately low heat, stir−fry the garlic,
scallions and ginger in the oil for 2 to 3 minutes, until they are limp. Add
all the remaining ingredients, increase the heat to moderate, then boil the
mixture, uncovered, for 1 minute to slightly reduce the liquid. Pour the
boiling dressing over the bean sprouts, toss well, then cover the bowl and
chill the salad for several hours. Toss again before serving.

Thursday, April 5, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #5 - Margherita Pizza

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 lb. plum (Roma) tomatoes, chopped in 1/2" pieces
1 clove garlic, crushed and finely chopped
1/2 tsp. salt
1 12" uncooked NY Style dough crust
6 oz. mozzarella cheese, shredded
6 fresh basil leaves cut into julienne strips
extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh shredded parmesan cheese

Combine 2 Tbls. olive oil, tomatoes, garlic, and salt in bowl.
Allow to marinate while making dough.

Brush dough crust lightly with olive oil. Top with cheese, then
tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil. Bake in preheated 500F oven on
pizza stone for 8−10 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese
is bubbly. Remove from oven and top with parmesan cheese, then basil.
Cool on a wire rack for 2−3 minutes before cutting into wedges and
serving.

Wednesday, April 4, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #4 - Fruit Salad with Champagne Sauce

1 cup kiwi, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch cubes
1 cup figs, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch cubes
1 cup grapes, sliced in half
1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced in half
1 cup fresh raspberries
2 egg yolks
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 cup Champagne

Heat broiler to its highest setting.
Divide the cut fruits into 4 soup plates, arranging them
decoratively. Make sauce by combining egg yolks and sugar in
a mixing bowl. Whisk briskly until the yolks begin to turn a
light lemony color. Add the Champagne a little bit at a time,
whisking constantly until well blended.

Place the mixing bowl in a pot or pan and pour about 1 inch
of water around it. Bring the water to a simmer and continue
to whisk vigorously until the mixture becomes light and foamy.

Once the mixture starts to thicken, remove the bowl from the
heat. Do not overcook. Continue to whisk for 10 seconds.

Pour equal amounts of sauce over each fruit salad. Place the
plates under the broiler about 3 inches from the source of
heat and allow them to cook just until they are lightly
browned on the surface, rotating as needed.

Serve immediately with remaining Champagne to accompany.

Tuesday, April 3, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #3 - Curried Cauliflower

1 whole medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2−1 serrano chile, seeds removed and finely chopped
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 pound ripe roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
or 1 can (14 1/2−ounces) chopped tomatoes in juice
1 medium cauliflower, rinsed and cut into even size florets
salt and freshly ground black pepper for seasoning
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Grease the bottom of large saucepan with non−stick spray. Heat the pan
over moderately−high heat for a few minutes. Add the onions and cook for3−4 minutes stirring frequently. Add the garlic, serrano chile, and
curry powder. Cook for a minute longer. Add the tomatoes and cauliflower.

Stir to combine and blend the seasonings. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer
for 15−20 minutes until the cauliflower is very tender. Season with salt
and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Monday, April 2, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #2 - Cashew Chicken

3 Chicken breasts, boned and skinned
1/2 lb. Chinese pea pods
1/2 lb. Mushrooms
4 Green onions
2 cups Bamboo shoots, drained
1 cup Chicken broth
1/4 cup Soy sauce
2 tbsp Corn starch
1/2 ts Sugar
1/2 ts Salt
4 tb Salad oil
1 pack Cashew nuts (about 4−oz)

Slice breasts horizontally into very thin slices and cut into inch squares.
Place on tray. Prepare vegetables, removing ends and strings from pea pods,
slicing mushrooms, green part of onions, and the bamboo shoots. Add to tray.
Mix soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, and salt. Heat 1 tbls of oil in skillet
over moderate heat, add all the nuts, and cook 1 min shaking the pan,
toasting the nuts lightly. Remove and reserve. Pour remaining oil in pan, fry
chicken quickly, turning often until it looks opaque. Lower heat to low. Add
pea pods, mushrooms, and broth. Cover and cook slowly for 2 mins. Remove
cover, add soy sauce mixture, bamboo shoots, and cook until thickened,
stirring constantly. Simmer uncovered a bit more and add green onions and
nuts and serve immediately.

Sunday, April 1, 2007

Luto Ni Aling Doray #1 - Pancit Canton

1/2 pound pork, cubed
1 chicken breast, cubed
3 cups chicken broth
1 tablesoon cooking oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 pound small shrimps, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 cups cauliflower (divided into florets)
2 cups snow peas
2 cups cabbage, sliced into 1 inch strips
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup sliced celery
2 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
12 ounces Cantonese noodles (egg noodles)

In a frying pan, heat oil and saute garlic until brown. Add onion
and cook until transparent. Season with salt. Stir in pork, chicken,
shrimps and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes. Add broth and vegetables.
Season with soy sauce and sesame oil. Add noodles and cook until
noodles are flexible and not crunchy. Season with salt and pepper
to taste. Top with scallions if desired.