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Beat with egg beater until combined.","Add in eggs and vanilla extract. Beat until combined.","Add in flour and baking powder. Combine.","Add in oat milk.","In smaller mixing bowl, combine brown sugar and ground cinnamon.","Peel the apples and then finely chop them.","In the bread pan, spread half of the bread layer. Then place half the chopped apples on top and slightly press them into the batter.","Coat the apples with half of the brown sugar and cinnamon mix.","Repeat with remaining bread layer and apple layer.","Bake for 50 minutes.","Let bread completely cool, then mix the icing ingredients in a small bowl. Coat bread with icing."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"apple-cinnamon-syrup","title":"Apple Cinnamon Syrup","category":"drink","keywords":["apple","cinnamon","syrup","coffee"],"prepTime":10,"cookTime":20,"servings":12,"tools":[],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"apple","qty":"1"},{"name":"vanilla extract","qty":"1/4","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"cinnamon","qty":"1/2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"nutmeg","qty":"1/4","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"cinnamon stick","qty":"1"},{"name":"cassia cinnamon piece","qty":"2"},{"name":"light brown sugar","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"water","qty":"1","unit":"cup"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Cube the apple.","In a small pot combine all ingredients.","Bring to a simmer.","Simmer for 20 minutes.","Remove from heat.","Let cool completely.","Strain syrup into container and store in fridge."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"apple-pie","title":"Apple Pie","category":"dessert","keywords":["pie","apple","baking"],"tools":["2 large mixing bowls","Plastic wrap","Rolling pin","Pie dish"],"ingredients":[{"group":"Pie Crust","items":[{"name":"flour","qty":"2 ¼","unit":"cup"},{"name":"sugar","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"salt","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"plant butter","qty":"8","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"shortening","qty":"½","unit":"cup"},{"name":"cold water","qty":"7","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"plant milk","qty":"2","unit":"tbsp"}]},{"group":"Apple Filling","items":[{"name":"apples","qty":"6-8"},{"name":"vanilla extract","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"flour","qty":"¼","unit":"cup"},{"name":"sugar","qty":"⅓","unit":"cup"},{"name":"brown sugar","qty":"¼","unit":"cup"},{"name":"cinnamon","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"nutmeg","qty":"¼","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"salt","qty":"¼","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"lemon","qty":"1"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Peel and slice the apples. While filling bowl with sliced apples, continue to squeeze the lemon over the slices to prevent browning.","Add the vanilla, flour, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the bowl of apples and mix together with hands until apples are coated evenly.","Cut the plant butter into small cubes.","Add the flour, sugar, and salt to a mixing bowl. Stir. Then add the plant butter cubes, and then the shortening 1 tbsp at a time. Add the water. Squeeze and knead the ingredients together to form a dough.","Cut the dough into two evenly sized balls and wrap one in plastic wrap and put in fridge.","Flour a surface and roll out the other dough ball so that it is the size of the pie dish.","Place the rolled out dough into the pie dish and fill with apple slices. Take out the other dough from the fridge, roll it out, and place on top.","Brush pie crust with milk.","Place assembled pie in fridge for 30 minutes.","Bake pie at 400º F for 30 minutes. Then lower temperature to 350º F and bake an additional 50 minutes.","Let pie cool for 2 hours."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"blueberry-muffins","title":"Blueberry Muffins","category":"dessert","keywords":["muffins","blueberry","baking"],"tools":["1 large mixing bowl","2 bowls","Muffin pan for 12 muffins","Grater"],"ingredients":[{"group":"Muffin","items":[{"name":"milk with 1 tbsp vinegar OR 1 cup yogurt","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"½ cup and 2 tbsp sugar"},{"name":"canola oil","qty":"6","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"vanilla extract","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"lemon","qty":"1"},{"name":"flour","qty":"2","unit":"cup"},{"name":"baking powder","qty":"2 ½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"baking soda","qty":"¼","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"salt","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"blueberries","qty":"1","unit":"pint"}]},{"group":"Streusel Topping","items":[{"name":"brown sugar","qty":"¼","unit":"cup"},{"name":"ground cinnamon","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"vegetable oil","qty":"2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"flour","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Combine milk and vinegar then set aside.","Take the lemon and grate it to get lemon zest.","In a large mixing bowl combine sugar, canola oil, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Then mix in the milk and vinegar mixture.","In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.","Slowly mix in the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients. Once thoroughly mixed, add in blueberries.","Pour the muffin mix into a muffin pan.","In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vegetable oil, and flour.","Put the streusel mixture on each muffin.","Bake at 375º F for 25-30 minutes or until the tops start to turn golden brown.","Let cool for 10 minutes."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"cardamom-syrup","title":"Cardamom Syrup","category":"drink","keywords":["syrup","coffee","matcha","cardamom"],"prepTime":10,"cookTime":20,"servings":12,"tools":["strainer"],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"cardamom pods","qty":"2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"lemon peel","qty":"1"},{"name":"cinnamon stick","qty":"1"},{"name":"cassia cinnamon piece (optional)","qty":"2"},{"name":"vanilla extract","qty":"1/4","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"water","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"demerara sugar","qty":"1","unit":"cup"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Toast the cardamom pods in a small pot for 1-2 minutes. Stir around the pods frequently.","Add the cinnamon stick, cassia cinnamon pieces, lemon peel, vanilla extract, water, and sugar.","Bring to a simmer.","Let simmer 20 minutes.","Take off heat and let fully cool.","Strain the syrup and store in the fridge."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"cheddar-scallion-scones","title":"Cheddar Scallion Scones","category":"main","keywords":["baking","scones","cheddar","scallion"],"prepTime":20,"cookTime":20,"servings":10,"tools":[],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"all purpose flour","qty":"2","unit":"cup"},{"name":"salt","qty":"1/2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"baking powder","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"butter","qty":"6","unit":"tbsp","detail":"cold and cubed"},{"name":"sharp cheddar cheese","qty":"1","unit":"cup","detail":"grated"},{"name":"scallions","qty":"4","detail":"chopped"},{"name":"eggs","qty":"2"},{"name":"sour cream","qty":"1/3","unit":"cup"},{"name":"dijon mustard","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"hot sauce","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Grate the cheese.","Chop the scallions, keeping both the white and green parts."]},{"items":["Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.","In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.","Add in the butter and work in with a pastry blender or your fingers until the dough is crumbly.","Add in the cheese and scallions.","In a separate large bowl, mix together the eggs and sour cream. Add in the mustard and hot sauce.","In the large bowl, add in the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly moistened and the dough is sticky.","Flour a surface and put the dough on it in a 10\" x 2\" rectangle.","Cut out triangles of scones.","Place the scones on the baking sheet leaving an inch between them.","Bake the scones for 20-23 minutes until they're golden brown.","Let scones cool for about 10 minutes.","Scones can be frozen and reheated in the oven for 20 minutes."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"cherry-tomato-pasta","title":"Cherry Tomato Pasta","category":"main","keywords":["pasta","tomato"],"prepTime":10,"cookTime":20,"servings":8,"tools":[],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"shallots","qty":"4"},{"name":"cloves garlic","qty":"4"},{"name":"butter","qty":"8","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"cherry or sungold tomatoes","qty":"24","unit":"oz"},{"name":"spaghetti","qty":"1","unit":"lb"},{"name":"sugar","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"basil","qty":"1","unit":"oz"},{"name":"burrata","qty":"8","unit":"oz"},{"name":"Olive oil","qty":"2","unit":"tbsp"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the **spaghetti** per its instructions.","Finely chop the **shallots**.","Mince the **garlic**.","Crush the **tomatoes**. I use two baking sheets, place the tomatoes on one, and then lay the other baking sheet on top of the tomatoes, and then press down to smush all the tomatoes.","Heat the **butter** and **olive oil** in a large pan.","Once the butter has melted, add the **shallots** and **garlic**. Cook for **1 minute**.","Add the **tomatoes** to the pan. Cook until the tomatoes become soft. About **5 minutes**.","Add **salt** to the pan to season. Start with 2 tsp and add more if needed.","Add the **sugar** to the pan. Stir.","Turn the heat off the pan and add the cooked spaghetti to the pan. Mix everything.","Transfer the spaghetti to a large bowl and top with the **basil** and **burrata**."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"chocochip-cookies","title":"Chocolate Chip Cookies","category":"dessert","keywords":["cookies","chocolate","baking"],"tools":["Mixing bowl","Egg beater","Baking sheet x2"],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"Oil spray"},{"name":"butter","qty":"½","unit":"cup","detail":"softened"},{"name":"brown sugar","qty":"½","unit":"cup"},{"name":"white sugar","qty":"6","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"vanilla extract","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"egg","qty":"1"},{"name":"flour","qty":"1 ½","unit":"cup"},{"name":"baking soda","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"salt","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"chocolate chips","qty":"6","unit":"oz"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Preheat oven to 350º F.","Place softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar in a bowl and mix together with egg beater until combined. Add in vanilla extract and egg.","In a separate bowl mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt.","Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix together.","Spray baking sheets with canola spray and place balls of dough on them. Flatten dough balls if flatter cookies are desired.","Bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"earl-grey-pound-cake","title":"Earl Grey Pound Cake","description":"Early grey and lavender loaf","category":"dessert","keywords":["loaf","earl","grey","lavender","pound","cake","vanilla"],"prepTime":30,"cookTime":60,"servings":12,"tools":["Stand mixer","Loaf pan"],"ingredients":[{"group":"Dry Ingredients","items":[{"name":"all purpose flour","qty":"3 1/2","unit":"cup"},{"name":"cornstarch","qty":"1/2","unit":"cup"},{"name":"salt","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"baking powder","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"baking soda","qty":"1/2","unit":"tsp"}]},{"group":"Wet Ingredients","items":[{"name":"unsalted butter","qty":"1","unit":"cup","detail":"room temp"},{"name":"vegetable oil","qty":"1/4","unit":"cup"},{"name":"granulated sugar","qty":"1 3/4","unit":"cup"},{"name":"eggs","qty":"4","detail":"room temp"},{"name":"Greek yogurt","qty":"1/2","unit":"cup","detail":"room temp"},{"name":"buttermilk","qty":"1","unit":"cup","detail":"room temp"},{"name":"vanilla bean paste","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"lavender paste (or extract)","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"}]},{"group":"Earl Grey Batter Ingredients","items":[{"name":"loose early grey tea leaves","qty":"1/2","unit":"cup"},{"name":"vanilla bean paste","qty":"2","unit":"tsp"}]},{"group":"Buttercream Ingredients","items":[{"name":"unsalted butter","qty":"3/4","unit":"cup","detail":"softened"},{"name":"powdered sugar","qty":"2","unit":"cup"},{"name":"vanilla bean paste","qty":"1 1/2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"lavender extract","qty":"1/2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"heavy cream","qty":"2","unit":"tbsp"}]}],"steps":[{"group":"Loaf","items":["Preheat oven to **350º F**.","Bloom the **earl grey tea leaves** by adding **2tbsp (30ml) boiling water**.","In a **separate bowl**, mix the **dry ingredients** together.","In the **stand mixer**, beat the **butter**, **oil**, and **sugar** until fluffy.","Add in the **eggs** one at a time to the stand mixer.","Mix in the **yogurt**, **buttermilk**, **vanilla**, and **lavender** to the stand mixer.","Slowly mix in the **dry ingredients** until just combined.","Divide the batter in two.","In one of the batters, mix in the **early grey** and **vanilla**.","Layer the batters into a pan lined with parchment paper or a pan greased and dusted with butter.","Bake for **one hour**. Time may vary. The loaf is done when it's golden and a toothpick comes out clean.","Let cool completely before adding buttercream."]},{"group":"Buttercream","items":["Beat the **butter** until fluffy. **2-3 minutes**.","On a low speed, add in the **powdered sugar**.","Mix in the **vanilla**, **lavender**, and **heavy cream**.","Whip on medium-high until light and airy."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"fruit-syrup","title":"Fruit Syrup","category":"drink","keywords":["melon","strawberry","honeydew","cantaloupe","watermelon"],"prepTime":5,"cookTime":0,"servings":12,"tools":[],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"container of cut fruit","qty":"1"},{"name":"granulated sugar","qty":"1"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["In a container cover the fruit generously with sugar. It’s a 1:1 ratio fruit to sugar.","Shake the container to mix the sugar and fruit.","Let sit at room temperature for an hour.","Shake the container again.","Store in fridge for at least 8 hours up to 16 hours.","Strain syrup into container and store in fridge."]}],"notes":["Some fruits that work well are melon, honeydew, strawberries, cantaloupe, watermelon, etc."],"draft":false},{"slug":"gingersnaps","title":"Gingersnaps","category":"dessert","keywords":["cookies","ginger","baking"],"tools":["Mixing bowl","Egg beater or stand mixer","Baking sheet"],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"Canola spray"},{"name":"plant butter","qty":"¼","unit":"cup","detail":"softened"},{"name":"brown sugar","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"unsulphured molasses","qty":"¼","unit":"cup"},{"name":"vanilla extract","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"flour","qty":"2","unit":"cup"},{"name":"baking soda","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"salt","qty":"¼","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"ground ginger","qty":"2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"ground cinnamon","qty":"2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"allspice","qty":"¼","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"ground cloves","qty":"¼","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"oat milk","qty":"3","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"cinnamon sugar","qty":"2","unit":"tbsp"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Preheat oven to 350º F.","Place softened butter and brown sugar in a bowl and mix together with egg beater until combined. Add in molasses and vanilla extract.","In a separate bowl mix together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, allspice, and cloves.","Add the dry ingredients to the wet and squish together with hands until crumbly.","Add the oat milk and continue to squish together until evenly combined.","Spray baking sheet with canola spray and place balls of dough on it.","Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar on top of the dough balls.","Flatten dough balls if flatter cookies are desired.","Bake for 15 minutes. Allow to cool for 20 minutes."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"honey-fried-chicken","title":"Honey Fried Chicken","category":"main","keywords":["chicken","fried","asian"],"tools":["Frying pan","Sauce pan","2 mixing bowls"],"ingredients":[{"group":"Chicken","items":[{"name":"vegetable oil","qty":"¼","unit":"cup"},{"name":"chicken breasts","qty":"2"},{"name":"flour","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"buttermilk or 2 whisked eggs","qty":"1","unit":"cup"}]},{"group":"Honey Sauce","items":[{"name":"potato or corn starch","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"water","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"honey","qty":"½","unit":"cup"},{"name":"apple cider vinegar","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"sesame oil","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"soy sauce","qty":"2","unit":"tbsp"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes.","Put flour in one bowl and buttermilk in the other.","Coat the chicken cubes in flour. Then coat them with the buttermilk. Then coat them again with flour.","Heat vegetable oil in frying pan over medium heat.","Place chicken cubes in frying pan and cook on each side for 3-4 minutes or until crispy. Then transfer cooked chicken on to a paper towel lined plate.","In a separate bowl combine the cornstarch and water.","In a saucepan combine the honey, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to low and add cornstarch mixture. Continue to occasionally stir until sauce is thick, then turn off heat and set aside.","Combine the sauce and chicken."]}],"notes":["To coat the chicken quickly, place half of the cubed chicken in the bowl of flour and mix until coated evenly. Then place the coated chicken into the buttermilk and coat evenly. Once again place chicken into flour and coat evenly.","If sauce is not thickening, try adding another cornstarch mixture or increasing the heat."],"draft":false},{"slug":"japchae","title":"Japchae","category":"main","keywords":["korean","noodles","chicken"],"tools":["Meat tenderizer","Large pan","Medium pot","Strainer","Large bowl","Instant read meat thermometer","Tongs"],"ingredients":[{"group":"Japchae","items":[{"name":"sweet potato noodles","qty":"6-8","unit":"oz"},{"name":"sesame oil","qty":"2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"canola oil","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"white onion","qty":"1","detail":"diced"},{"name":"red bell pepper","qty":"1","detail":"julienned"},{"name":"carrots","qty":"2","detail":"diced"},{"name":"shiitake mushrooms","qty":"2","unit":"oz","detail":"diced"},{"name":"cloves garlic","qty":"3","detail":"minced"},{"name":"spinach"}]},{"group":"Chicken","items":[{"name":"chicken breasts","qty":"2-3","detail":"tenderized & cubed"},{"name":"soy sauce","qty":"2","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"gochujang","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"canola oil","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"}]},{"group":"Sauce","items":[{"name":"soy sauce","qty":"¼","unit":"cup"},{"name":"maple syrup","qty":"2","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"sesame oil","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"Seasonings if desired"}]},{"group":"Toppings","items":[{"name":"Toasted sesame seeds"},{"name":"Green onion"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Mix the soy sauce and gochujang together and then mix in the chicken and let marinate for 30 minutes.","Cook the sweet potato noodles according to their package. Then strain and place in bowl.","Drizzle the sweet potato noodles with sesame oil and mix to ensure the noodles do not stick together.","Cook the chicken in a large pan. Then set aside.","Add the onion to the large pan and cook on medium heat for 3 minutes.","Add in the red bell pepper, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes or until the veggies are soft.","Stir in the spinach and cook an additional 2 minutes.","In a small bowl, mix together the sauce ingredients.","Add the chicken, veggies, and sauce to the bowl of noodles and mix together.","Add toppings if desired."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"lemon-blueberry-coffee-cake","title":"Lemon Blueberry Coffee Cake","category":"dessert","keywords":["cake","lemon","blueberry","baking"],"tools":["1 large mixing bowl","1 medium mixing bowl","2 bowls","Egg beater","9x9 inch pan","Grater"],"ingredients":[{"group":"Cake","items":[{"name":"cake flour","qty":"2","unit":"cup"},{"name":"baking powder","qty":"1 ½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"salt","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"softened plant butter","qty":"8","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"sugar","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"vanilla extract","qty":"2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"eggs or ½ cup applesauce","qty":"2"},{"name":"soy milk","qty":"½","unit":"cup"},{"name":"lemon zest","qty":"2","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"blueberries","qty":"1","unit":"pint"}]},{"group":"Streusel Topping","items":[{"name":"brown sugar","qty":"½","unit":"cup"},{"name":"flour","qty":"¼","unit":"cup"},{"name":"ground cinnamon","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"vegetable oil","qty":"3","unit":"tbsp"}]},{"group":"Lemon Icing","items":[{"name":"powdered sugar","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"lemon juice","qty":"3","unit":"tbsp"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in medium mixing bowl then set aside.","In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy.","Add in the vanilla extract, eggs, milk, and lemon zest. Continue beating until mixed together.","Mix in the dry ingredients.","Mix in the blueberries.","Oil the pan and spread the batter evenly.","In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, and vegetable oil. Mix until combined.","Put the streusel mixture on top and slightly press it in.","Bake at 350ºF for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.","Let cool for 15 minutes.","In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar and lemon juice.","Pour icing on cooled cake."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"oatmeal-cookies","title":"Oatmeal Cookies","category":"dessert","keywords":["cookies","oatmeal","baking"],"tools":["Mixing bowl","Egg beater","Baking sheet x2"],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"Oil spray"},{"name":"butter","qty":"½","unit":"cup","detail":"softened"},{"name":"brown sugar","qty":"⅔","unit":"cup"},{"name":"white sugar","qty":"⅓","unit":"cup"},{"name":"vanilla extract","qty":"2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"egg","qty":"1"},{"name":"flour","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"baking soda","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"salt","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"ground cinnamon","qty":"2","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"rolled oats","qty":"1 ½","unit":"cup"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Place softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar in a bowl and mix together with egg beater until combined. Add in vanilla extract and egg.","In a separate bowl mix together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.","Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix together.","Place bowl in fridge for at least 30 minutes so the cookies hold shape.","Preheat oven to 350º F.","Spray baking sheets with canola spray and place balls of dough on them. Flatten dough balls if flatter cookies are desired.","Bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"pinto-beans","title":"Pinto Beans","category":"side","keywords":["instant-pot","beans","mexican"],"tools":["Instant Pot","Strainer"],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"dry pinto beans","qty":"1","unit":"lb"},{"name":"onion","qty":"1","detail":"diced"},{"name":"cloves garlic","qty":"3","detail":"minced"},{"name":"water","qty":"6","unit":"cup"},{"name":"seasoned salt","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"pepper","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"cumin","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"chili powder","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"paprika","qty":"2","unit":"tsp"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Rinse and sort the pinto beans.","Add all ingredients to the Instant Pot.","Cook at high pressure for 55 minutes.","Let natural release for 15 minutes."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"pizza-dough","title":"Pizza Dough","category":"other","keywords":["bread","dough","italian"],"tools":["Large mixing bowl","Small bowl","Damp towel"],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"00 flour","qty":"3","unit":"cup"},{"name":"sugar","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"salt","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"warm water","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"package active dry yeast","qty":"1"},{"name":"extra virgin olive oil","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["In a large mixing bowl, mix together the flour and salt.","In a small bowl, mix together the water, yeast, and sugar.","Let yeast sit for about 5 to 10 minutes.","Pour in the yeast mixture to the flour mixture.","Knead dough for 5 minutes or until it easily comes off the sides of the bowl.","Oil the dough ball and then put back in bowl and cover with plastic wrap.","Let dough rise for 1 hour.","Roll dough into cylinder and cut into 3 equal pieces. Let dough rest for 10 minutes.","When baking this dough, bake at 450°F for 12-15 minutes."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"potato-leek-soup","title":"Potato Leek Soup","category":"main","keywords":["soup","potato","leek"],"tools":["Pot","Immersion blender"],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"Cooking oil"},{"name":"large leeks","qty":"4","detail":"chopped"},{"name":"cloves garlic","qty":"3","detail":"crushed"},{"name":"gold/butter potatoes","qty":"5-6","detail":"chopped into ½ inch cubes"},{"name":"low sodium chicken broth","qty":"6","unit":"cup"},{"name":"bay leaves","qty":"2"},{"name":"sprigs thyme","qty":"3"},{"name":"salt","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"ground black pepper","qty":"¼","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"heavy cream","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"Chives for serving"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Oil the pot and set to medium heat. Add leeks and cook for about 9 minutes or until the leeks are wilted. Then add garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.","Add the potatoes, broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are soft.","Fish out thyme and bay leaves. Puree the soup with an immersion blender. Then add in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. When soup is desired thickness, it is done."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"pumpkin-bread","title":"Pumpkin Bread","category":"dessert","keywords":["bread","pumpkin","baking"],"tools":[],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"flour","qty":"1 ¾","unit":"cup"},{"name":"sugar","qty":"1 ½","unit":"cup"},{"name":"canola oil","qty":"½","unit":"cup"},{"name":"eggs","qty":"2"},{"name":"15oz can pumpkin","qty":"1"},{"name":"salt","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"baking soda","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"baking powder","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"nutmeg","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"allspice","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"cinnamon","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"cloves","qty":"¼","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"water","qty":"⅓","unit":"cup"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Preheat oven to 350°F and spray pan with Pam and dust with flour.","In larger mixing bowl, whisk the sugar and oil. Then whisk in eggs and about half of the can of pumpkin.","In smaller mixing bowl, mix the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon, and cloves.","Add half of the dry ingredients to the larger bowl then mix. Repeat with remaining half. Then add water and mix.","Pour mixture into pan. Bake for 1 hour. After 1 hour, turn oven off and leave pan in oven for 15 minutes. Then remove from oven and let cool for 1 hour."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"raspberry-lemon-scones","title":"Raspberry Lemon Scones","category":"dessert","keywords":["scones","raspberry","lemon","baking"],"tools":["1 large mixing bowl","1 bowl","Spatula","Baking sheet","Grater"],"ingredients":[{"group":"Scones","items":[{"name":"flour","qty":"3","unit":"cup"},{"name":"sugar","qty":"⅓","unit":"cup"},{"name":"baking powder","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"salt","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"butter","qty":"10","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"vanilla extract","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"lemon zest","qty":"2","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"milk","qty":"¾","unit":"cup"},{"name":"frozen raspberries","qty":"3-6","unit":"oz"}]},{"group":"Lemon Icing","items":[{"name":"powdered sugar","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"lemon juice","qty":"1-2","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"vanilla extract","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl then set aside.","Cut butter into cubes. Add butter to dry mixture.","Mix butter and dry ingredients with hands or two forks until the butter pieces are no larger than peas.","Mix in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and milk with a spatula.","Add in the raspberries.","On a floured surface, shape the dough into a large circle. Then cut the dough like a pizza into 8 slices.","Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.","Remove dough from fridge and brush the scones with milk.","Bake at 375ºF for 20-30 minutes or until the tops are golden.","In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.","Drizzle icing onto the scones."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"shredded-chicken","title":"Shredded Chicken","category":"main","keywords":["chicken","instant-pot","meal-prep"],"tools":["Meat tenderizer","Instant Pot","Instant read meat thermometer","Tongs"],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"chicken breasts","qty":"2"},{"name":"chicken broth","qty":"1","unit":"cup"},{"name":"Seasonings if desired"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Tenderize the chicken breasts so that they are evenly thick.","If using other seasonings, mix seasonings in bowl and then coat chicken breasts with seasoning. Let marinate in fridge for at least 1 hour.","Add the chicken broth and chicken breasts to the Instant Pot.","Set to high pressure and 10 minutes, then press start.","Let natural release for 5 minutes, or 10 minutes if the chicken breasts were frozen. Ensure the chicken is 165°F."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"sushi-rice","title":"Sushi Rice","category":"side","keywords":["rice","japanese"],"tools":["Pot","Sauce pan"],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"water","qty":"3","unit":"cup"},{"name":"uncooked sushi rice","qty":"2","unit":"cup"},{"name":"vegetable oil","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"sugar","qty":"¼","unit":"cup"},{"name":"sushi vinegar","qty":"¼","unit":"cup"},{"name":"salt","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Bring water to a boil in a pot. Then add in rice, reduce heat to low, and cook until all the water is absorbed.","In the sauce pan, combine the vegetable oil, sugar, sushi vinegar, and salt. Cook with medium heat until the sugar has melted. Set aside.","Once the rice has finished cooking, add in the sugar mixture and mix.","Let cool."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false},{"slug":"sweet-spicy-sauce","title":"Sweet and Spicy Sauce","category":"sauce","keywords":["sauce","gochujang","condiment"],"tools":["Sauce pan"],"ingredients":[{"items":[{"name":"ketchup","qty":"1 ½","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"gochujang","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"honey","qty":"2","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"brown sugar","qty":"2","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"soy sauce","qty":"1","unit":"tbsp"},{"name":"garlic powder","qty":"1","unit":"tsp"},{"name":"sesame oil","qty":"½","unit":"tsp"}]}],"steps":[{"items":["Combine all ingredients into sauce pan.","Bring to a boil while stirring, then reduce to medium heat.","While stirring occasionally, let the sauce thicken for around 5 minutes.","Remove from heat."]}],"notes":[],"draft":false}]