Category: In the Kitchen

Recipes and edible ideas from my kitchen. All these yummies are tested before being posted.

Super Quick Chocolate-Almond Pancakes

Super Quick Chocolate-Almond Pancakes

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If you read the Belgium Waffle with the Works post from yesterday and think it sounds really yummy but super unrealistic for a family on the go or weekday morning fare, then you’re going to love this quick (I mean super quick) delicious alternative. I’m not putting this one in recipe form, because I’m not really “making” anything today. I’m simply taking the similar nutrient-rich ingredients from yesterday’s waffle recipe and making super quick chocolate-almond pancakes.

The secret ingredient here is your favorite boxed, bagged or even bottled pancake mix. Prepare the batter per instructions and right after you pour the batter into the skillet for cooking, plop a few chocolate chips and slivered almonds into the cooking cake. Continue cooking as you normally would and flip to cook the other side. You can top your pancake with strawberries and whipped cream for a similar taste as yesterday’s Belgium waffle, or you might try peanut butter, bananas or the classic butter and syrup.

Sprinkle a Few Almonds on Your Day

Sprinkle a Few Almonds on Your Day

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Of all the mealtimes and all the varied dishes and delicacies in this world, those most associated with the earliest hours of the day are my favorite. I love breakfast. . . and sometimes not only during the a.m. hours. Occasionally we like to prepare a special dinnertime treat, by making waffles or pancakes, eggs and bacon for our evening meal. Somehow it seems so rebellious, but oh so good!

When it comes to my pancakes and waffles, I’m not a purist, going for butter and syrup. Instead, I like to dress mine up with something special. By the time I’m done with a waffle, it’s kind of like a meal and dessert all in one. What could be better? By adding some fruit, whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup and some slivered almonds on top, I can take a waffle from whah wa to wow wee in just seconds. Just think about it, a “wow” waffle now has an extra dose of protein, dairy and fruit to start (or end) the day off great.

So speaking of nuts (the power-packed food, not me), specifically almonds, the folks at Nuts.com have started a new healthy recipe campaign this Spring to hail the NUTritional punch in each little bite. Of course, when they asked me to participate, I immediately jumped on the nut wagon and started thinking about one of my favorite healthy snacks — almonds.

Almonds are a must around this house. Raw, roasted, smoked, covered in chocolate or sprinkled on waffles, I can eat almonds just about any day and in any way. Just a handful of these nutrient-rich nuts packs a healthy punch of vitamins, minerals and protein in a delicious little nibble. While a small bag for the road is a great on-the-go snack, you also might think about adding almonds to your recipes to reap the benefits of this energy-rich food.

If you’re looking for a way to start your day with almonds, you should try my Belgium Waffle with the Works recipe below. I promise you will enjoy. Now if you’re looking for a weekday morning recipe with a bit more speed and a little less hassle, I’ll share a quick chocolate-almond pancake idea with you tomorrow.

Belgium Waffles with the Works
Delicious breakfast Belgium waffles with all the good stuff on top.
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Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
20 min
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
20 min
Ingredients
  1. 1 3/4 c all-purpose flour
  2. 1/4 c corn starch
  3. 2 tbsp. powdered sugar
  4. 1 tbsp. baking powder
  5. 1 pinch salt
  6. 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
  7. 2 c milk
  8. 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
  9. 2 eggs separated
  10. fresh or frozen sliced strawberries
  11. chocolate syrup
  12. whipped cream
  13. slivered almonds
Instructions
  1. Mix all the ingredients (including the egg yolks) together, except the egg whites.
  2. Beat the egg whites until small peaks form. Add the egg whites to the mixture, but do not over stir.
  3. Spray your Belgium waffle maker with cooking spray. Pour in the appropriate amount of batter for your maker and cook according to manufacturer's directions.
  4. When your waffle is finished cooking, top with strawberries, a light drizzle of chocolate syrup, a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of slivered almonds.
Notes
  1. You can satisfy your nutrient level or taste preference, by switching out waffle toppings.
Adapted from various sources
Adapted from various sources
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My Saltine Packin’ Sister’s Spicy Ranch Crackers

My Saltine Packin’ Sister’s Spicy Ranch Crackers

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My sister came bearing these utterly yummy and completely addictive seasoned crackers when she arrived at our doorstep last week; and after consuming her two bags (okay, I had some help) and making three additional batches, I just had to share this super-easy recipe with all of you.

Spicy Ranch Crackers
A spicy flavored snack made with ordinary saltine crackers.
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Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
25 hr
Total Time
40 min
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
25 hr
Total Time
40 min
Ingredients
  1. 2 sleeves of saltine crackers
  2. 3/4 cup canola oil
  3. 1 pkg dry ranch dressing mix (not dip mix)
  4. 1 tbsp. red pepper flakes
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
  2. In a gallon zip bag, combine all the ingredients and blend well using your hands.
  3. Put one sleeve of crackers in the bag and carefully coat the crackers. Then add the second sleeve and also coat.
  4. Let the full bag of crackers sit flat for five minutes. Then flip the bag over and let it sit for another five minutes.
  5. Pour the bag of crackers out on a large cookie sheet.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes.
  7. Remove from oven. Shuffle and flip crackers with a spatula.
  8. Bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. Place crackers on a cooling rack for several minutes.
  10. Store in an air-tight container.
Notes
  1. If this recipe is too spicy, simply cut back on the red pepper flakes to your taste.
Adapted from Shari Willis
Adapted from Shari Willis
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