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Monday, August 10, 2015

Microwave Ham

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 (3 pound) boneless ham
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons dijon mustard

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins

    Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins

  • cut the ham in half lengthwise. place into a large pot, and fill with enough water to cover. bring to a boil and cook for 1 hour, replenishing water as needed. drain.
  • meanwhile, stir together the brown sugar, soy sauce and mustard in a small bowl. set aside until the ham is done.
  • place the ham halves into a glass or ceramic baking dish with the cut sides facing up. cover the ham with the brown sugar mixture. cook in the microwave for 15 minutes. slice and serve.

Peppermint Brittle

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 2 pounds chocolate
  • 30 small peppermint candy canes

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins

  • line a large jellyroll pan with heavy-duty foil.
  • place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. heat in microwave on medium setting for 5 to 6 minutes. stir occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth.
  • place candy canes in a plastic bag, or between two pieces of waxed paper. using a mallet or rolling pin, break the candy canes into chunks. stir peppermint into melted chocolate. spread evenly in pan, and chill until set, about 1 hour. break into pieces by slamming pan on counter.

Cake Balls

Ingredients

  • Servings: 3
  • 1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
  • 1 (16 ounce) container prepared chocolate frosting
  • 1 (3 ounce) bar chocolate flavored confectioners coating

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 40 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 10 mins

  • prepare the cake mix according to package directions using any of the recommended pan sizes. when cake is done, crumble while warm into a large bowl, and stir in the frosting until well blended.
  • melt chocolate coating in a glass bowl in the microwave, or in a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  • use a melon baller or small scoop to form balls of the chocolate cake mixture. dip the balls in chocolate using a toothpick or fork to hold them. place on waxed paper to set.

Peppermint Brittle

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 2 pounds chocolate
  • 30 small peppermint candy canes

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins

  • line a large jellyroll pan with heavy-duty foil.
  • place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. heat in microwave on medium setting for 5 to 6 minutes. stir occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth.
  • place candy canes in a plastic bag, or between two pieces of waxed paper. using a mallet or rolling pin, break the candy canes into chunks. stir peppermint into melted chocolate. spread evenly in pan, and chill until set, about 1 hour. break into pieces by slamming pan on counter.

Peanut Butter Bars I

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 cup butter or margarine, melted
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 4 tablespoons peanut butter

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins

  • in a medium bowl, mix together the butter or margarine, graham cracker crumbs, confectioners' sugar, and 1 cup peanut butter until well blended. press evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch pan.
  • in a metal bowl over simmering water, or in the microwave, melt the chocolate chips with the peanut butter, stirring occasionally until smooth. spread over the prepared crust. refrigerate for at least one hour before cutting into squares.

The Earl's Sandwich

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 2 slices american cheese
  • 2 slices bread, toasted
  • 3 slices deli-style sliced turkey breast
  • 2 tablespoons russian salad dressing

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 4 mins Cook Time: 1 min Ready Time: 5 mins

  • place american cheese onto one slice of toasted bread. microwave 15 to 20 seconds on high until cheese has melted. place turkey onto melted cheese. spread russian dressing onto one side of the remaining slice of toasted bread. place on top of turkey, dressing-side down to create a sandwich.

Cake Balls

Ingredients

  • Servings: 3
  • 1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
  • 1 (16 ounce) container prepared chocolate frosting
  • 1 (3 ounce) bar chocolate flavored confectioners coating

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 40 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 10 mins

  • prepare the cake mix according to package directions using any of the recommended pan sizes. when cake is done, crumble while warm into a large bowl, and stir in the frosting until well blended.
  • melt chocolate coating in a glass bowl in the microwave, or in a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  • use a melon baller or small scoop to form balls of the chocolate cake mixture. dip the balls in chocolate using a toothpick or fork to hold them. place on waxed paper to set.