Innholdsfortegnelse for February - March 2017 i Taste of Home

We’re not sure what’s sweeter—the fruity tang or the pretty rosy color of these simple glazes. Whisk 2 cups of confectioners’ sugar with enough thawed frozen juice concentrate to create desired consistency. Dip plain doughnut holes in the glaze and transfer them to waxed paper to set. HIDDEN OBJECT Spot the oven mitt in this issue and you could win a Taste of Home cookbook. Find it? Go to tasteofhome.com/hiddenobject. In our last issue, the candy cane was on page 90. See complete guidelines on page 84.…

Old-World Puff Pancake My mom learned how to make this dish from her mother-in-law when they met in 1927. At that time, home cooks measured ingredients in pinches and dashes. Through the years, my wife and I came up with more accurate amounts, and the result is enjoyable every time. —Auton Miller, Piney Flats, TN Takes: 30 min. • Makes: 4 servings 2 Tbsp. butter 3 large eggs 3/4 cup whole milk 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. ground nutmeg Confectioners’ sugar Lemon wedges Syrup, optional Fresh raspberries, optional 1. Place butter in a 10-in. ovenproof skillet; place skillet in a 425° oven for 2-3 minutes or until butter is melted. In a blender, process the eggs, milk, flour, sugar and nutmeg until smooth. Pour into heated…

MEET BLAIR (and her family!) Hometown: Rochelle, Virginia Taste of Home reader for: “Most of my adult life!” Recipes published: 13 FIVE LOCAL EATS IN BLAIR’S NECK OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA 1. Country ham from Kite’s in Wolftown 2. Baked goods from Yoder’s Country Market in Madison 3. Apples from Graves Mountain Farm in Syria 4. Corn from Liberty Mills Farm in Somerset 5. Peaches from Chiles Peach Orchard in Crozet I’M CRAVING…anything with sugar, because I gave up desserts for Lent (a true challenge for my sweet tooth). TODAY’S BREAKFAST…was a strawberry smoothie (it’s pretty much the closest thing I can find to ice cream without actually indulging in dessert). THE KITCHEN TOOL I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT… There’s my blender for morning smoothies, my slow cooker for easy weeknight dinners, and…

With her Chicken Curry Lasagna (page 76), Elisabeth turns a dinnertime classic into a spicy take on the ultimate comfort food. Super Fresh & Fast From strawberry-pecan salad to ginger chicken stir-fry—if you have a healthy weeknight meal ready in 30 minutes or less, let us know! Slow Cooker Breakfasts Share your favorite slow-cooked breakfasts, like banana French toast, cinnamon-apple oatmeal and cheesy egg casseroles. Share Your Story What makes your favorite winter recipe the ultimate comfort food? Maybe you’ve perfected baked mac ’n’ cheese over the past 20 years or kept your mom’s Sunday pot roast tradition alive and well. Let’s hear about the recipes that make your family feel cozy around the table. GET SOCIAL! 20,291 shares HOT ON FACEBOOK Our Facebook fans felt lucky when we shared…

ON THE COVER Memaw’s Banana Pudding Creamy and rich, this homemade banana pudding is so easy. Layer it in a trifle bowl for a pretty presentation. —Ruth Kizer, Oklahoma City, OK Prep: 30 min. + chilling • Cook: 15 min. Makes: 12 servings 3 cups whole milk 2 cups half-and-half cream 6 large egg yolks 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 cup cornstarch 1 tsp. salt 3 Tbsp. butter, softened 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1 pkg. (12 oz.) vanilla wafers 4 medium bananas, sliced 1 carton (12 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed 1. In a large heavy saucepan, bring milk and cream to a simmer. In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch and salt. Whisk a small amount of hot milk mixture into egg yolk mixture; return all to…

NEW THIS ISSUE! We break down your most requested recipes step-by-step, offering you helpful photos and essential tips that guarantee sucess. Keep It Creamy Adding too many eggs makes the custard rubbery; too few makes it watery. We’ve used 4 eggs to 2 cups of cream, which is the standard 1-egg-to- ½-cup-cream ratio that delivers the best results. Got Milk? For the dairy, you can use anything with a higher fat content than skim milk or 2%. Think whole milk, halfand- half, heavy cream or a combo. Breakfast Quiche With two kinds of cheese, lots of crispy bacon and a dash of cayenne, this airy quiche makes a big impression with all my brunch guests. —Mark Clark, Twin Mountain, NH Prep: 15 min. • Bake: 30 min. Makes: 6 servings…

“My Texan heart loves the Southwestern flavors of this beefy soup. It’s so quick to fix, even after a full day’s work.” —Rebecca Ridpath, Cedar Park, TX Steak & Vegetable Soup My weeknight steak soup packs rich flavor into a light broth. My family loves the blend of Southwestern flavors. —Rebecca Ridpath, Cedar Park, TX Prep: 10 min. • Cook: 30 min. Makes: 8 servings (21/2 qt.) 1 Tbsp. canola oil 1 beef top sirloin steak (about 1 lb.), cut into 1-in. pieces 1 tsp. dried basil 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen vegetables for stew, thawed 1 jar (16 oz.) picante sauce 2 cans (141/2 oz. each) beef broth 1 can (151/2 oz.) great northern beans, rinsed and drained 1…

JUST AND CHOCOLATE TURN TO PAGE 50 FOR OUR SWEET PAIRING PICKS DIY wine labels Cut scrapbook paper so it’s wide enough to cover the existing wine label and long enough to wrap around each bottle. Write the names of the wines on the strips of paper, then wrap around bottles and secure at the back with tape. ALL COUPLED UP Play Cupid with your sips and sweets by trying these perfect-match pairings. MOSCATO D’ASTI Light and sweet, with a hint of bubbles and a slight orange flavor Pairs well with White chocolate, orangeflavored chocolate, orange candy or kumquats dipped in semisweet chocolate CRANBERRY WINE Both sweet and tart with intense cranberry flavor Pairs well with Rich, buttery dark chocolate truffles (the darker the better) BRACHETTO D’ACQUI This chocolate pairing all-star is slightly…

Italian Baked Eggs & Sausage This isn’t your typical egg bake. I serve my hearty casserole of eggs, Italian sausage and fire-roasted tomatoes in bowls with a side of warm, crusty rolls spread with butter. —Shelly L. Bevington, Hermiston, OR Prep: 15 min. • Bake: 30 min. Makes: 8 servings 1 lb. bulk Italian sausage 1 jar (24 oz.) fire-roasted tomato and garlic pasta sauce 1 can (141/2 oz.) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained 3/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 8 large eggs 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1 Tbsp. minced fresh basil 1 loaf (4 oz.) French bread demi-baguette, cut into 1-in. slices 1/4 cup butter, softened 1. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage, crumbling meat, until no…

Win $500! LET’S HAVE BRUNCH TURN THE PAGE TO ENTER YOUR BEST A.M. EATS. Enter Our Big Breakfast Contest EGG BAKES • BREADS • CEREAL • SMOOTHIES & MORE What’s the breakfast recipe that has you leaping out of bed before the rooster crows? From a biscuits and gravy bake to praline French toast to stuffed hash browns, we want your farmhouse-fab brunches. For on-the-go mornings, it’s all about handhelds—the ultimate breakfast sandwich, eggy mini muffins, or pancake and sausage roll-ups. And what are your healthy a.m. eats? Think coconut-kiwi yogurt parfaits, superfood smoothies or Mexican chocolate oatmeal. If your recipe makes for a seriously good morning (and has about 12 ingredients), dish it. You could win big! Wi n $500! A Chat with Grand Prize Winner Noelle Myers Where…

Pistachio & Coconut Cake My cake is good anytime, but the color is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. The secret is adding instant pistachio pudding mix to the cake mix and the frosting. —Dora May Meredith, Rockford, IL Prep: 20 min. • Bake: 40 min. + cooling Makes: 16 servings 1 white cake mix (regular size) 1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) instant pistachio pudding mix 1 cup lemon-lime soda 3/4 cup canola oil 3 large eggs 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut 1/2 cup toasted shelled pistachios, chopped FROSTING 1 1/4 cups cold 2% milk 1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) instant pistachio pudding mix 1 carton (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed TOPPINGS 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted 1/4 cup toasted pistachios, chopped 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Combine the first five…

Matthew’s Best Ever Meat Loaf This truly is diner-style comfort food at its best. Portobello mushrooms, Worcestershire and soy sauce boost the loaf’s meaty flavor. Slice it with a serrated knife. —Matthew Hass, Taste of Home Test Cook Prep: 30 min. Bake: 11/4 hours + standing Makes: 8 servings 3 slices white bread, torn into small pieces 1/2 cup beef stock or water 2 large portobello mushrooms (about 6 oz.), cut into chunks 1 medium onion, cut into wedges 1 medium carrot, cut into chunks 1 celery rib, cut into chunks 3 garlic cloves, halved 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2 Tbsp. tomato paste 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 1/4 lbs. ground beef 3/4 lb. ground pork 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 1/4 tsp. salt…

1 My kids love macaroni salad with shoestring potatoes stirred in. —Pat Carney, Lincoln, NE 2 BBQ potato chips on a bagel with cream cheese. It was a HUGE sell in the cafeteria of my high school. —Connie Ignieri Lane, Oklahoma City, OK 3 I make a Tex-Mex meat loaf, adding crushed Doritos instead of bread crumbs. —Tina Evans, Killeen, TX 4 Crunchy baked BBQ chicken: Brush chicken pieces with barbecue sauce, roll in finely crushed BBQ chips and bake. —Latitia Hedrick, Marquez, TX 5 Favorite thing ever: Crumble potato chips into fresh buttered popcorn (not microwaved). So good! —Linda Coleman, Dearborn Heights, MI 6 I love broken-up maple bacon kettle chips on my peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Sweet, salty, smoky and crunchy! —Lisa Bartel, Pittsburgh, PA 7 Crush…

Put away the car keys and serve DIY takeout with homemade flavor. Mandarin oranges, red pepper flakes and ginger provide the tang; eggs and snap peas add texture and crunch.” —TASTE OF HOME TEST KITCHEN Slow-Cooked Hoisin Pot Roast One day my husband mentioned that he loves plums and meat. The next time I put a roast in the slow cooker, I added some plums. He was onto something! —Jackie Cole, Dunnellon, FL Prep: 20 min. • Cook: 8 hours Makes: 10 servings 1 medium onion, cut into 1-in. pieces 1 boneless beef chuck roast (4 to 5 lbs.) 1 Tbsp. canola oil 1 cup water 1 cup hoisin sauce 3 medium plums or 6 pitted dried plums, halved Place onion in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Cut roast in half.…

At the One Bistro restaurants in Miamisburg and Xenia, Ohio, everyone’s welcome to sit down to a home-cooked meal, but they walk away with so much more than a full belly. “People find support and a place to belong,” says Debra Lindholm, manager of the Miamisburg location. And everyone eats. “About 65 percent of our guests pay for their meals,” says Debra. The rest “pay” by volunteering at the restaurant or through donations from other diners. Chef Robert Adamson opened One Bistro in 2012 to “help as many people, in as many places and in as many ways as possible.” He’s succeeded. Mothers volunteer and feed their children, addicts eat and connect with support groups, the lonely find listening ears and all enjoy from-scratch meals. One Bistro’s food truck recently…