256 make sweet Recipes

rules for making sugar syrup, fudge is based on a sugar syrup , which is a solution of sugar in liquid. when making a sugar syrup, whether it is as simple as sugar and water or contains other ingredients, the rules remain the same., always stir sugar and liquid over low heat until the sugar has completely dissolved., if the mixture comes to the boil before all the sugar is dissolved, a crust of sugar crystals, which is hard to get rid of, will form around the edge of the pan., once the sugar has completely dissolved , allow the mixture to come to the boil, and do not stir the mixture, unless specifically instructed to in the recipe. stirring the boiling mixture will cause it to become cloudy and crystallised, which may or may not be desirable, depending on the recipe., using a sugar thermometer, boil the mixture for the full time, as specified in the recipe. because stoves vary so much, as do interpretations of high, medium or low heat, we have given a sugar thermometer reading as an exact gauge. the sugar thermometer should be fixed to the pan before the mixture comes to the boil, as handling the boiling liquid can be very hazardous., when the mercury reaches the temperature called for in the recipe , the fudge is ready. watch the mixture carefully towards the end of the cooking time, as it will burn quickly if left cooking too long., length of time the mixture cooks , and therefore the temperature it reaches in that given time, determines how the mixture will set. sugar thermometers are the simplest, most accurate way of determining when a syrup has reached the desired stage. when the thermometer reaches 115dc (240df), the mixture is at soft-ball stage., worry too much if you don tsp have a sugar thermometer , as fudge is fairly forgiving mixture, unlike hard sweets, for which a sugar thermometer is crucial., way to check for soft-ball stage is to drop a small amount of mixture into very cold water. when rolled between your thumb and index finger, it should form a soft ball., brushing down the sides of the pan with a wet pastry brush dissolves any crystals which have formed on the sides of the pan. it is a good idea to do this if the recipe says to, but don tsp allow to much water to drip into the pan, as this will slow down the cooking process and interfere with the given time., other equipment, heavy-based pans are best for making fudge. because it is a high sugar content, the mixture can catch and burn if the pan has a thin base, such as those on aluminum pans., use a long-handled wooden spoon if the mixture is to be stirred while still hot, as wood will not conduct heat., as soon as the mixture is ready, remove the pan from the heat , place it on a wooden board or heatproof trivet and allow to cool as directed. the pan will be very hot so, if it has a metal handle, use a thick cloth around the handle when moving it., beating the mixture, mixture may be beaten while still hot , or may be asked to wait until has cooled. beating thickens the mixture and causes it to lose its gloss. the recipe will indicate whether to use a wooden spoon or electric beaters - it is not a good idea to use electric beaters in a very hot mixture. there is usually a fine line between the mixture reaching the desired consistency and being too firm and dry to spread into the tin, so watch it carefully as you work., warning, take great care with every step of the procedure, as hot sugar syrup is very dangerous, and heat will transfer to any heat-conducting equipment it comes in contact with. keep children well away from the hot mixture., always use a long-handled wooden spoon for stirring., if you do get burnt , hold the afflicted area under cold water to wash off the syrup and then keep the burn immersed in cold water for about 10 minutes.

marshmallows, sweetened condensed milk, salt, semi sweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, toasted nuts (walnuts, pecans, etc)-optional, vanilla

mixed shelled pistachio nuts (shelled ) or 1/2 cup pine nuts, combined to make 1/2 cup (shelled), dried apricot , julienned, couscous, superfine sugar, superfine sugar, butter, softened, ground cinnamon, hot milk

butternut squash, peeled, cubed, chicken stock, good quality, sweet onions, chopped, bay leaf , fresh if possible, nutmeg, freshly grated, sea salt, fine black pepper, freshly ground, thick plain greek yogurt, nutmeg, freshly grated

butter, sugar or substitute, marshmallows and make them large, tabelspoon graham cracker crumbs, two and 1 half by and 1 half square cutter, sugar bowl bakery brownie bites or mini brownies, melted chocolate either dark or milk whichever you prefer, chocolate cigar, would be, vanilla ice cream, nutmeg and cinnamon, walnuts, chocolate syrup, cream

cake, ingredients are simple , but don tsp substitute., duncan hines butter yellow cake mix, egg, butter (don tsp let it get too soft; it ll make the mixture sticky and difficult to spread)., cream cheese, sugar, eggs (room temperature )

extra virgin olive oil, sweet onion, diced, almonds, slivered and plain, garlic, minced, frozen broccoli, salt, pepper

cannoli shells, fresh whole-milk ricotta, sugar, vanilla, egg, semi-sweet chocolate chips, dried tart cherry

sugar, egg, milk, baking powder, salt, cinnamon or 1/2 tsp nutmeg, flour (to make a soft dough)

yellow cake mix, instant chocolate pudding mix, eggs, beaten, vegetable oil, white sugar, water, sour cream, semi-sweet chocolate chips

eggs, heavy cream, sugar, self-rising flour, vanilla , or 1 tsp almond, or 1 tsp lemon, make a layer cake , this cake may be halved and cooked in 2 cake pans, cooking time will not be as long, only about 25 minutes

quinces, lemon juice, fresh, pomegranate, sugar, scented geranium leaves (basil is used if making with quince alone) or 1 bay leaves (basil is used if making with quince alone) or 3 basil leaves (basil is used if making with quince alone)

steaks, olive oil, freshly cracked peppercorns (crushed but not ground to powder !), sweet butter, cognac, dark veal stock (something to keep in your freezer), salt and pepper

chocolate (recommend: baker s german sweet ), water, cake flour, baking soda, salt, unsalted butter, room temperature, pure vanilla extract, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, separated, buttermilk, filling, recipe follows or whatever you prefer, favorite chocolate frosting, for the sides, evaporated milk, egg yolks, slightly beaten, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, butter, flaked coconut, toasted pecans

kitchen witch s make-ahead honey wings, sometimes i get so busy cooking for guests that i feel like that is all i am doing! it s nice to be able to cheat and make something earlier - it s a real time saver and gives me a chance to enjoy my company (or make something else for them, start by either baking or deep-frying chicken wings. cool; and refrigerate., when ready to enjoy the wings, honey, diced red sweet peppers, rice wine vinegar, pineapple juice, garlic salt, bottled hot pepper sauce, combine ingredients in saucepan and simmer (stirring) until thickened., place wings in single layer in baking dish ; pour sauce over; place in preheated 350* f. oven for about 15 minutes - or until wings are well glazed., serve with plenty of napkins, this will do 4 1/2 - 5 lbs. wings or try it on chicken legs

butter, unsalted and softened (1/2 brick), sugar (i use splenda , and usually slightly less sugar), brown sugar (again, splenda and about half ), eggs, vanilla, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, semi-sweet chocolate chips

oreos, softened cream cheese, bakers semi sweet chocolate squares

boneless pork loin chops (3/4 oz thick and 6 oz each), canola oil, onions, sliced, green pepper , cut into strips, yellow sweet pepper , cut into strips, condensed tomato soup, undiluted, water, creole seasoning (tony chachere s is the best or see note at bottom of recipe if you don tsp have any on hand), pepper, salt, hot cooked rice , for serving