Tag: BUTTER

SALTED CARAMEL APPLE BUTTER ~ BLOG 365.23

Christmas was coming and my girlfriends and I had decided at this age to only get each other gifts we can eat or drink. This is one of my new favorites for gift giving.

SALTED CARAMEL APPLE BUTTER

APPLE BUTTER
3 pounds HONEY CRISP apples, washed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup unsweetened apple juice
2 teaspoon QUALITY cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon FRESH ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cloves
1/2 teaspoon all spice


  • Prep the slow cooker with a coat of cooking spray.
  • Add the apples, apple juice, and all of the spices in the slow cooker.
  • Cook on high for an hour.
  • Add a third of the stewed apple mixture to the food processor. Blend in batches until ALL the apples are blended smooth.
  • Add the mixture back into the slow cooker.
  • Continue to cook for 6-8 hours until the apple mixture is about half of what it was. Set aside. 


CARAMEL
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon PURE maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream


  • Add the maple syrup, butter and brown sugar in a skillet over medium high heat.
  • Whisk in the butter, syrup and brown sugar continually until the mixture has thickened and is bubbly.
  • Add salt and milk, whisking constantly 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat.
  • Slowly stir caramel into apple mixture.
  • Set aside to allow to cool.
  • Ladle into jars and seal tightly.

MAPLE WHISKEY/BOURBON PUMPKIN BUTTER ~ BLOG 365.21

I specifically buy Sugar Pie Pumpkins for Halloween so I have them leftover to make this DELECTABLE spicy butter in November for us to enjoy on homemade breads or muffins during the holidays. We especially like it in MOONSHINE CAKE!

MAPLE WHISKEY/BOURBON PUMPKIN BUTTER

2 sugar pie pumpkins, cut in half and de-seeded
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1 1/4 cups brown sugar
3/4 cup PURE maple syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons QUALITY ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
Pinch of Kosher Salt
Juice of 1 LARGE Lemon
3 ounces QUALITY Whiskey or Bourbon

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Line baking sheet with foil.
  • Place pumpkin halves cut side down on a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of butter under each half.
  • Roast 50-60 minutes, or until pumpkins are cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
  • Scrape the cooked pumpkin from the skins and place in a blender, processing 2-3 minutes until pumpkin in velvety smooth.
  • Transfer puree to a large saucepan.
  • Add brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice and a pinch of salt, stirring to combine with lemon juice.
  • Heat over low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently – DO NOT ALLOW TO SCORCH OR BURN in the pan.
  • SLOWLY add the whiskey or bourbon, and simmer 15-20 minutes more.
  • Add additional maple syrup or lemon juice to adjust taste, if needed.
  • Let mixture cool and transfer to clean jars.

PUMPKIN BUTTER can be refrigerated up to one month or up to 3 months in the freezer.

LIGHTHOUSE INN LEGENDARY POTATOES ~ BLOG 366.340

Chef Leon “Wally” Walden worked at the Lighthouse Inn for 50 years. He was known for many dishes, but these potatoes in a rich cream sauce topped with golden crumbs were probably one of the most beloved “LEGENDARY” dishes and a local favorite. This recipe was adapted by an America’s Test Kitchen test cook by adding the baking soda to help keep the sauce from breaking. I added the onion powder and sliced onions. They remind me of half mashed and half scalloped – truly one of our family favorites.

LIGHTHOUSE INN (New London, Connecticut) LEGENDARY POTATOES (adapted from Chef Leon Walden)

Prep time 10 minutes
Simmer time 25 minutes
Bake time 20 minutes
Rest time 10 minutes
Total time 1 hour 5 minutes

3 cups half & half
2 1/2 pounds (3-4 potatoes) russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1/2 small onion, sliced
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
2 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon FRESH ground black pepper
11 tablespoons butter
2 ounces FRESHLY ground Parmesan cheese
1 cup panko bread crumbs

  • Whisk together the half and half, baking soda, onion powder, 2 teaspoons of FRESH ground salt and pepper.
  • In a large pot or sauce pan combine 2 1/2 cups of the half & half, potatoes chunks, onion slices, baking soda, onion powder, 2 teaspoons of salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil over medium high heat, but immediately lower to a simmer.
  • Simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender. Stir often to avoid sticking and burning.
  • While potatoes are simmering, preheat oven to 375°.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in 9×13 baking dish. Brush butter up all 4 sides.
  • In a small bowl melt 4 tablespoons butter.
  • Add Parmesan cheese, Panko crumbs, pepper and remaining salt.
  • When potatoes are tender mix in remaining half & half, 6 tablespoons of butter, stirring gently until butter is melted.
  • Arrange potatoes in prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle panko mixture evenly over top.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes until potatoes are hot, bubbly and browned.
  • Remove potatoes from the oven and cool 10 minutes before serving.

NOTE:

  • Can easily be made in individual ramekins for more elegant presentation.
  • Works well with Gluten Free bread crumbs instead of Panko crumbs.

SLOW COOKER BUTTER CHICKEN MEATBALLS

SLOW COOKER BUTTER CHICKEN MEATBALLS
1 pound ground chicken
1/2 pound ground pork
1 LARGE egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon garam masala
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
FRESH ground sea salt and black pepper

  • Mix everything together until well blended.
  • Form into 1 inch meatballs. It will make about 36.
  • Coat the slow cooker insert with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Place meatballs in the slow cooker.
  • Prepare sauce.

SAUCE
1 small shallot, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons Wondra
1/2 cup chicken stock
8 ounces tomato sauce

  • Heat butter in small skillet over medium heat.
  • Whisk in flour until golden.
  • Whisk in chicken stock until well blended.
  • Whisk in tomato sauce until well blended.
  • Season to taste.
  • Pour sauce over meatballs.
  • Cook covered on low for 3 hours  or until cooked through.
  • Serve with rice or mashed potatoes.

BUTTER DIP BUTTERMILK BISCUITS

 
BUTTER DIP BUTTERMILK BISCUITS
1/2 cup salted butter 1 stick, MELTED
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 1/2 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cup buttermilk

QUALITY honey (optional)

  • Preheat oven to 450˚.
  • Pour half of the melted butter into an 8×8 baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  • Whisk in the buttermilk, stirring until a loose dough forms. Batter will be sticky.
  • Add biscuit dough into baking dish on top of the melted butter, smoothing the dough to level out.
  • Pour remaining melted butter over top of dough.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and biscuits spring back to the touch.
  • Rotate dish periodically during baking for even browning.
  • Cut into squares and serve warm drizzled with honey.

HOMEMADE CHUNKY APPLESAUCE, PUMPKIN APPLE BUTTER & PUMPKIN RAISIN BUTTER

In the fall it ALL begins with apples which ultimately leads to applesauce!   Once you have the applesauce THEN you can begin the butters.

HOMEMADE APPLE SAUCE
5 large Apples (I like Pink Lady, Honey Crisp or Braeburns)
1/2 cup golden raisins
1 can peach nectar (Papaya or pineapple are good too)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup sugar
1 cup water (I often use orange juice instead)

  • In a large sauce pan pour nectar over raisins and let sit while you prepare apples.
  • Wash, core, peel and chop apples.
  • Add water to sauce pan and stir in sugar until dissolved.
  • Add cinnamon and mix well.
  • Add apples and cook over medium heat until until apples are tender and mush easily.
  • Mush to desired consistency.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Cool and chill.
  • Can be kept in refrigerator for a week though it never lasts that long around here. When my apples are at the height of the season and falling off the tree I make this in huge batches and put it up in canning jars for the following year.

PUMPKIN APPLE BUTTER
2 cans (15 ounce each) LIBBY’S solid-pack pumpkin
4 cups apple cider
2 cups applesauce (recipe above)
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground gloves
1 cup golden raisins

  • Combine everything except the raisins in a large dutch oven until well blended.
  • Simmer uncovered for 2 hours, stirring periodically until thickened. Add raisins at the 1 1/2 hour mark.
  • Ladle into sterilized jars.
  • Water bath for 15 minutes.
  • Cool jars and make sure seals are secure.

PUMPKIN BUTTER
2 cans (15 ounce each) LIBBY’S solid-pack pumpkin
1 cup apple juice
1/2 cup QUALITY honey
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon QUALITY cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon FRESH ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 cup golden raisins

    • Combine everything except the raisins in a large dutch oven until well blended.
    • Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
    • Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered , stirring periodically until thickened ans spreadable (about 20 minutes).
    • Ladle into sterilized jars.
    • Water bath for 15 minutes.
    • Cool jars and make sure seals are secure.

LEMON BUTTER CHICKEN

LEMON BUTTER CHICKEN
The lemon cream sauce mixed with fresh vegetables, garlic and Parmesan cheese team up perfectly with the tender and juicy chicken for a delectable savory meal that will have you coming back for second helpings!

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 tablespoon sweet paprika
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 2+1
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small bunch green onions, sliced
10-12 button mushrooms, sliced thin
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 Tablespoons fresh chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
Juice of 1 lemon
Splash of dry white wine
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
Fresh ground salt and pepper, to taste

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Season the chicken with salt, pepper and paprika. Set aside.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large oven-proof skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add the chicken and sear both sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside to rest.
    While the chicken is resting melt remaining butter in the skillet.
  • Add onions and mushrooms, sautéing until soft and mushrooms are beginning to caramelize.
  • Add garlic and cook stirring frequently about 2 more minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, splash of wine and thyme. Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Add in the spinach and parsley and simmer until the spinach and parsley have wilted and the sauce has slightly thickened.
  • Continue to cook the sauce about 5 minutes or so until the sauce thickens.
  • Once your sauce is to the desired thickness, return the chicken to the skillet.
  • Place in the oven and cook for about 20-25 minutes.
  • Remove the dish, cover and let sit for about 5 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with buttered noodles or over mashed potatoes.

BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD with SALTED HONEY BUTTER

BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD with SALTED HONEY BUTTER

1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup plus 3 tablespoons plain white cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Lightly grease an 8-inch cast-iron skillet, and heat in oven 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together first 5 ingredients in a bowl; whisk in melted butter.
  • Add eggs and buttermilk, whisking just until smooth.
  • Pour batter into hot skillet. Bake at 400° for 30 to 33 minutes or until golden brown.

SALTED HONEY BUTTER
¼ pound (1 stick) unsalted butter, at cool room temperature
2 ½ tablespoons honey, preferably raw wildflower
1 tablespoon coarse sea salt

  • Using a mixer whip butter and honey together until smooth and fluffy.
  • Fold salt in gently with a rubber spatula.
  • Serve soft or at room temperature, with a few extra grains of salt on top.

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HIP HIP HOORAY FOR BANANA JAM an oldie, but goodie from 2014 and a 2 for 1 with BANANAS FOSTER BUTTER

I’m still working on blog compilation and I ran across this recipe and can’t wait to make some later this week.  I can actually eat this YAY!
I LOVE!!!!! trying new recipes, but more importantly I LOVE!!!!! trying a new recipe that blows my socks off! My friend Sandra over at Diary of a Stay at Home mom featured a Banana Jam the other day.  I know, sounds weird right?  WRONG!!!! It’s the most fantastic, addictive recipe I’ve tried in a long time and even better it’s SOOOOOOOO simple.

BANANA JAM
4 cups mashed bananas
4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon pure Madagascar vanilla extract
Juice of 1 large lemon

  • Combine ingredients together and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until your boil.
  • Turn down heat and simmer until nice and thick, stirring frequently.
  • Pour into sterilized jars and water bath for 10 minutes.
  • Once open, refrigerate.

I’ve already added pineapple for a varied flavor and caramel for an ice cream topping.  Next is turning it into a Banana Cream Pie.

And OMG you have to try it on sourdough toast with JIF peanut butter.

Then a few weeks later  I was searching through my box of tricks, er recipes for tailgating recipes I wanted to try and found a recipe for BANANA FOSTERS BUTTER. It just screamed out for me to try it. It was fantastic too and great on Peanut Butter Toast.

BANANA FOSTERS BUTTER
8 ripe, firm large bananas
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons light rum
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • Mash bananas until smooth. Transfer bananas to a pot.
  • Stir in sugars, lemon juice, rum, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Bring to a slow boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer about 20 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently.
  • Ladle into hot sterilized jars leaving a 1/4 inch headspace.
  • Wipe jars clean, add lids and rings.
  • Process filled jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
  • Cool on wire racks.

Submitted to FULL PLATE THURSDAY @Miz Helen’s Country Cottage.

BANANAS FOSTER BUTTER

A while back my friend Sandra over at Diary of a Stay at Home mom featured a Banana Jam which I had to try, you can see my recipe here.  It really was great.  Then yesterday I was searching through my box oftricks, er recipes for tailgating recipes I want to try and found a recipe for BANANA FOSTERS BUTTER. It just screamed out for me to try it. It was fantastic too and great on Peanut Butter Toast.

BANANA FOSTERS BUTTER
8 ripe, firm large bananas
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons light rum
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • Mash bananas until smooth. Transfer bananas to a pot.
  • Stir in sugars, lemon juice, rum, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Bring to a slow boil. 
  • Reduce heat and simmer about 20 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently.
  • Ladle into hot sterilized jars leaving a 1/4 inch headspace.
  • Wipe jars clean, add lids and rings.
  • Process filled jars in a boiling water bath  for 10 minutes.
  • Cool on wire racks.

HIP HIP HURRAY for BANANA JAM

I LOVE!!!!! trying new recipes, but more importantly I LOVE!!!!! trying a new recipe that blows my socks off! My friend Sandra over at Diary of a Stay at Home mom featured a Banana Jam the other day.  I know, sounds weird right?  WRONG!!!! It’s the most fantastic, addictive recipe I’ve tried in a long time and even better it’s SOOOOOOOO simple.  

BANANA JAM
4 cups mashed bananas
4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon pure Madagascar vanilla extract
Juice of 1 large lemon

  • Combine ingredients together and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until your boil.
  • Turn down heat and simmer until nice and thick, stirring frequently.
  • Pour into sterilized jars and water bath for 10 minutes.
  • Once open, refrigerate.
I’ve already added pineapple for a varied flavor and caramel for an ice cream topping.  Next is turning it into a Banana Cream Pie.

And OMG you have to try it on sourdough toast with JIF peanut butter.