Classic Baked Beans - Thick and Creamy

Classic Baked Beans - Thick and Creamy 

How can something so simple that is made in one pot be so delicious  and easy to make. I just love beans, really all kinds from the smallest to the big butter beans, I can eat them all day.

This recipe is more of the North America type with contains a very simple recipe that comes together  with the sweetness of the molasses and the sugar in a smooth rich sauce. If you want some cooked beans that are more of the Mediterranean  type then just look below and  see the video and I know you will enjoy it as much as this one.  Anyone you chose I can assure you that your Family and Friends will thank you for it and ask for more.  

Please let me know how yours turned out and  did you add anything more to it. 

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Recipe

3 Cans - Read Kidney Beans  Or Other

1/3 Cup - Bacon
1 Lg. -  Onion
1 Cup - Beer
3 Tbsp. - Sugar white or brown
1 Tbsp. - Maggie or Worcestershire sauce.
2 Tbsp. - Tomato paste
2 Tbsp. - Molasses
1 Tbsp. - Mustard

For further information please see video below.




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Here I was using what I call a "hearty Bacon" that I have to slice myself. I just like the bacon to be a little more chunky then the pre-cut flat kind. 

Now go ahead and add your favorite bacon from hickey to golden maple for it's up to you. Or just do not add any bacon and have it as a veggie dish, anyway you make it, it will be awesome.  

I like to use white sugar in almost everything that calls for a sweetener, but here,  it does not really matter because I added the Molasses so it does even out the taste. Now if you want just go ahead and add brown sugar or even honey if you want. 

Don't forget that if you are using the beans from the can to drain the water from it for we want a nice thick sauce not a watery one. Also please make sure that you use the thick bean syrup from the bottom, that's called rich flavor. 

If you want to use dry beans, then all the better. Just add water to the beans and let it soak overnight before using. 

Did you know that by adding some cumin that it will cut down that gassy feeling that some people gets after eating beans.

This is exactly what we want when it comes out of the oven as a finished dish. We want it to have a smooth rich creamy sauce with tender beans. 

If you find that your sauce is to watery then just give it little more time in the oven with the lid off. Please keep an eye on it and give it a stir now and then. Keep an eye on it,  it will become thick very fast and it could burn on the bottom. 

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Classic Baked Beans - Thick and Creamy 

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Potato Chips Omelet - Something Different In Breakfast

Potato Chips Omelet -  Something Different In  Breakfast 

Well my Girlfriend asked  me to go into the Kitchen and make her a Breakfast that was something new, that was never seen and it had to be real tasty. Now I knew that she just loves my omelets for Breakfast and she has never got tired of them, so I decided to make one, but how and with what. Looking thought the  cupboards and the fridge I came across a half opened bag of potato chips. Humm !! , I never looked back.

The potato chips were perfect for they were already seasoned and  "yup" they were potato at the least, so I put my skills to the test. I made them, but found out that I had to flip the omelet because of the saturated chips to get it to be cooked on both sides through and through. 

So I gave it to her but I did not tell her what had I done or added to it. She loved it but could not figure  out what was in the eggs that made it tasty and flavorful. Only when she finished it and with a little bit of begging  I told her that it was her favorite   potato chips that was added. Boy !! what a surprise did she get, the expression on her face was well worth it. 

So now I have made this Potato Omelet over and over again and I used many types of chips from the plain to the garlic and onions. It all turned out awesome, our Breakfasts will never be the same. 

I hope you try it and get back to me on how yours was done....

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Recipe;

2 to 3  - Large eggs

2 to 3 hand fulls of your favorite potato chips
1/2 to 1 Tbsp. - Parsley
1/2 to 1 Tbsp. - Chopped chives or green onions.
1 to 2 Tbsp. - Cooking oil
Pepper to taste.
Splash of milk



For more information please see video below;



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Here I was using  regular  chips, natural with only salt added. So add your Favorite one and it can rally be anything from  ketchup to hot chilies chips . There is so many types that you can have a different omelet everyday for a month or longer. 

Chives I find gives off a nice fresh onion taste, but you can add whatever you like at this point for after all it's for you, right...? 

When stirring  the chips with the egg, please try not to break them up and turning them into a mash that will lose it's texture in the omelet. 

Also give it a little time for the egg mixture to soak completely into the chips. 

When you see the egg has been cooked to your desire, then give a flip to cook on the other side. Then turn off the heat and the hot pan will be enough to finish cooking your omelet without over cooking it. 

Voila !!, the Potato Chips Omelet that your whole Family and friends will love and keep asking for more.  

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Potato Chips Omelet -  Something Different In  Breakfast 

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Detox Salad - Weight Control - Magic Plan

Detox Salad  - Weight Control -  Magic Plan 

Well here go again with an awesome salad that is just what we need from time to time.  This salad may not look like it has much but do not let it fool you. This salad comes with a punch when it comes to giving you a lift when you need it and will give you  a cleansing feeling in your body, as it starts to work.

It has just the right combination of nutrients, vitamins and roughage to get the job done in one meal.  Immediately you should feel  and  get a pick-me-up  feeling of well being in a short while for this salad has that effect on people.

Do not think that this salad was taken from the internet, yes there is some like this but and yes a big but, there is a difference with it.  I have actually experimented with this salad with many different ingredients over and over again tell it was perfect. I used my Girlfriend, myself, and friends to try it as a meal and report back to me. The result was awesome on taste and they all said that they found themselves full of energy and all got a great feeling of calm in their body after eating it.

So here it is all ready for you and tested through and through. Please let me know how it worked for you.

Now, what do the experts say "why" this works?

World’s Healthiest Foods Sector reports that cruciferous vegetables (such as broccoli, kale, cauliflower, cabbage, watercress, and mustard greens) are said to be detoxifying because they provide support for the immune system, inflammatory system, hormonal system, detoxification system, and antioxidant system  

These vegetables contain a wide variety of vitamins and minerals as well as phytonutrients. For example, one such group of phytonutrients found in cruciferous vegetables are called glucosinolates. Glucosinolates are thought to have anti-cancer properties in a variety of research studies. The world’s healthiest Foods also suggest consuming 3 servings of cruciferous vegetables each week for maximum benefit.

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Recipe;

1 Med. - Head  Broccoli 

1/2  - Leek 

1 Lg. - Carrot 

1/2 Cup - Corn

1/4 Cup - Parsley 

1/2 Tsp. Sugar 

1/2 Tsp. - Garlic salt. 

1 Tsp. - Sweet paprika powder 

1/4 Cup - Vinegar

1 Tbsp. - Olive oil

1/2  Med. - Juice of a lemon 

3 Tbsp. - Mayo (optional) 

Salt and pepper to taste. 

Toppings 

Sunflower seeds and/or raisins as needed

Mint leaves 

For more information please see the video below; 

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Add all the carrots first to the food processor for because of being harder it will not over chop the broccoli if there were together. 

When the carrots are not cooked and are raw will be low on the GI scale so have as much as you want without the worry. 

I would add the broccoli here in two parts because adding to much will over chop it on the bottom of the processor and have big chunks of it on top and it could turn out not even. 

I used only the pulse setting in order to have more control of the chopping process. 

Add as much as you want of the lemon for this juice pulls all the flavor together and helps digest the broccoli in your system.

If you do add more it will not hurt the salad but it could make it to acidity for some. So taste it as you add a little at a time to be on the safe side. 

Now here comes the mayo and I had to add this because it really makes this dish a nice creamy sauce, but if you are counting calories then just reduce the amount or admit it all together. By not adding it, it will not affect the detoxing factor of the salad. It is just for a more rich taste that is added to this. 

Go ahead and add all the fresh parsley that your heart fancies for it can never have enough for you know it's nature's perfect food and it does wonders for you. 

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Polish Potato Pancakes - Placki Kartoflane

Polish Potato Pancakes - Placki Kartoflane

I have to say that this is one of my favorite potatoes dishes from all the others.  Since I came to Poland I had a few of these and it seems that it’s the Countries  main  popular  main treat or dish. It’s served everywhere from the family home to the finer restaurants.

I find that it is really easy to make and so simple, but do not let it fool you, it’s has a taste all on its own and  is really  good and satisfying.  A great dish that this comes with. Is  just  make the pancake a little bigger and just add  some goulash and fold it over and then we are talking about an outstanding dish.

I can find this recipe on almost any restaurant in Poland from the simple small place to a five star. I also found that they  small places  here that just serve this and nothing else on the menu.

Now is it fatting “ you betcha”  it is, but I  will not lie to you that a treat now in then will not hurt you. Please see my article  on this about  Can I Eat Fattening Food Or Fast Food In Order To Lose Weight?

Let me know how yours turned out.

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Recipe

2  Lbs. -  Farmer potatoes

1 - Egg
1 Med. - Onion
1 to 2 Clove - Garlic
1 to 2 - All purpose flour
1 Tbsp. - Dry veggie stock
1/2 to 1 - Black pepper

Salt to taste

Please see video below for further instructions. 


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Its important to remove most of the water but do not use a strainer or any other method to remove it. Like the video shows you, it will remove about 75% of the water  but will still leave enough to keep it moist. 

We want the outside to be crispy and stay moist and flavorful inside.

The heat has to be high enough to cook the potatoes, but if  the heat is to high it will burn the outside and the inside would be raw. The heat should not be higher them set to medium. 

Turn the pancake when the pancake is cooked halfway up and  give it a few more minutes. 

Make your potato large or as small as you want, after all its for you to enjoy. 

One way instead of using paper towels is to place the pancake on a rack in order for it to dry up. I find that when I make a lot that this method works better. 

If you want a real treat then just make it a little bigger and add some goulash  to the center of the pancake and just fold over. A great Polish treat that I know you will enjoy. 

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Green Onion Bread -- Chinese Style

Green Onion Bread --  Chinese Style

Green Onion Bread   Chinese  style, now what could be better than this simple fast  bead recipe.  I know it does not look like the bread that you are use to, but it is awesome, has flavor  and goes with about anything you can make up.

Try it on its own or as an  appetizer,  just cut them up into squares and add really any topping and there you go  “bang”  the cheers from your  Party.  The best  part is if you need more you can make it  real fast. Make some extra for the freeze really well,   just let them thaw for a few minute and toss them into the toaster  and  there you go.

Please let me know how yours turned out…

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Recipe....

1 Cup - All purpose flour.
3 to 5 Stems - Green onions
1/2 Tsp. - Caster sugar
1/2 Tsp. - Sesame seed oil
1 Tbsp. - Cooking oil
1/2 Tsp. - Salt
1/2 Cup - Water as needed.

Options;
1/2 Tbsp. -  Olive oil
3 Gloves - Minced garlic.



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Remember to add a little water at a time for you want  the dough not to  stick to the sides of the bowl and  turn into a ball.  If you add too much  water then just  add some  more flour.

After you added the oil mixture to the  dough  then add as much as the green onions as you like. Go on try it also by a dding some minced garlic and really bring up the flavour.

Now at this point you should let the bread rest for about 15 to 20 minutes for the dough to rise just a bit, but it will not rise much because there is no yeast.  Also when you get them at this point you can freeze them and use them at a later date.

Keep an eye on the temperature it should be on med. high and there will be a little smoke. Before the first flip you should see a slight light browning half way up the side of the bread. Do not worry about flipping it over a few times for it will not hurt it, but do not press down on it.

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Cheddar Potato Puffs - Party Time

Cheddar Potato  Puffs  - Party Time

This is just awesome recipe for  your Family, Friends, Parties or a large gathering. So simple to make and you can use really any different types of cheese.  Also by added  combinations of cheese,  sour cream with chives or  parsley as topping  will make it look outstanding and  appetizing. 

You can also make some extra and keep it in the fridge  for when they are all gone and they will be gone very fast,  you will have some more ready to pop into the oven.   After all it sooooo easy,  just add four  main ingredients into the same bowl and “bang” you are done.

Please let me know how it turned out for you..:) 

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Recipe...

3 Cups - Potatoes

1 Cup - Cheddar cheese 

1/2 Cup - Sour cream

1 Tbsp. - Parmesan cheese 

2 Tbsp. - Chives 

2 - Eggs

Alternatives...

- Any cheese

- Parsley 

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Fill up the mixture to about a 1/4 of an inch from the top, but you can fill it all the way if you want Remember that it will  settle itself as it bakes and will rise. During the baking you should keep an eye on it for all ovens are not the same and it could dry out or burn.  

Add some extra cheese top the top when the potato puff is hot so it will melt a bit and stick to the top and not fall off when being removed from the backing tray. If you find that some of the puff's are sticking and not coming out, then you can use a toothpick to move around the puff to loosen it without scratching your tray.  

Try it with different topping and see how many varieties and combinations you can come up with. Here I just add some extra sour cream to the top and I have to say it looked good. On one I even added some hot sauce to one to try it out and it was just great. Please let me know how yours turned out.   

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Eggs Poached In Chunky Tomato Sauce.

My Girlfriend was sleeping and had to get up to get to School, so I asked her "what would you like for Breakfast", but no response. 
So I decide to make Bacon and Eggs, but with a twist,,,,,My Way.

There is many  many variations to this awesome  filling and comforting dish that can be served, any time. In its simplest form, eggs are poached in a flavorful tomato sauce and the combined flavour is out of this world....Try it....:)

Guy's, get up more earlier then your Wife or Girlfriend and surprise them, trust me when I say " You will be rewarded"....:)

                                                       

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Recipe....

½ Cup - Bacon,

2Tbsp. -  Olive oil

1 Med. - Green onion

2  Cloves -  Garlic

1 Tsp. -  Ground cumin

1 Tsp. -  Paprika

1/3 Cup -   Parsley

1 Can  -  Italian plum tomatoes

1 Tsp. -  Sugar

Salt and pepper to taste

1/4 Cup -  Ricotta or other cheese

4 Eggs

1/4  Cup - Grated Parmesan or other white cheese, for garnish

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Eggs Benedict - My Way.

Eggs Benedict  my way  try it, medium  or soft on English muffins or toast anyway, it's awesome. Think about waking up to this Dish, awesome.

                                      

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Recipe; 

1  Piece - Toast  or English Muffin
1  Slice - Ham or any meat.
1 - Egg yolk
1 - Egg
3  Tbsp. - Butter
Dash - Paprika  
Squirt - Lemon
Salt and pepper to taste

2 Tbsp. - Vinegar for water.

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Spanish Omelet With Pepper Sauce - Easy, Fast

Spanish omelette with sauce, just awesome, for breakfast or lunch..... mmmmm good....:)

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Recipe....... 

3 - Eggs
3 Med. - Potatoes
1 Med. - Tomatoes
1 Med. - Onion
1 Tbsp. - Olive oil
1 Tbsp. - Cooking oil
1/2 - Sweet pepper
2 Tbsp. - Butter
1 Tbsp. - Lemon juice
1/2 Cup - Black olives
1/2 Cup - Parsley

Salt and pepper to taste


Pepper Sauce
3 Tbsp. - Ketchup
2 Tbsp. - Mayo
1 Tbsp. - Mustered
3 Tbsp. - Olive oil
2 Tbsp. - Sour cream
1 Tsp. - Hot sauce
Milk as needed
Salt and pepper to taste.


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Strawberry Dumplings - Knedle Z Truskawkami, The Polish Way.

Strawberry  Dumplings -  Knedle   Z  Truskawkami.

Try this awesome Strawberry Dumplings The Polish way. In Polish it's called  "  Knedal  Z  Truskawkami,". It can be served as a meal or a desert., The flavors of the strawberries just come through in a perfect melody of taste. Thank's too my Kasia  for helping me out.... :)

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Recipe.... 

1 1/2 Cups - All purpose flour
1/2 Kilo - potatoes
1 Egg

Salt to taste.

1/2 Kilos - Frozen strawberries
1/4 Cup - Butter


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Strawberry  Dumplings -  Knedle   Z  Truskawkami.

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Portuguese Parsley & Onion Omelet.

Portuguese  Parsley & Onion  Omelet.  

This Omelet is a Portuguese tradition, they call it a "Torta",  It's super fast to make and not only is it nutritious but delicious. A real  "get going"  Breakfast or Lunch.

A great Portuguese tradition, go into your backyard, raid the chicken house for the fresh eggs and go to it. Your family will love you for it, especially if you make some hot homemade bread to go with it.

Let me know how it turned out.


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Recipe.....

2 to 3  Eggs

1/3 Cup - Onions
1/2 Cup - Parsley
2 to 3 Tbsp. - Milk
1 Tsp. Cooking oil
1/4 Cup - Any hard cheese
1 Tbsp. - Butter

Salt and pepper to taste.


Options; 
- Ham
- Black olives


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Portuguese  Parsley & Onion  Omelet.  

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