Main dish

Instant Pot Texas Beef Brisket

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Instant Pot Texas Beef Brisket
You always get a moist, tender finished product. It’s Tex-licious!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
Spice Mixture:
  • 3 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1½ tbsp onion powder
  • 1½ tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp pepper
  • 1½ tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano leaves
  • ¾ tsp ground mustard
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 4-5 lb beef brisket, fat trimmed to ¼″ or less and cut into two pieces
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine Spice Mixture ingredients and rub over trimmed brisket. Place brisket in a large ziplock bag or other tightly covered container and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  2. Pour one cup of water in the Instant Pot and insert the steam rack. Stack the brisket pieces on the rack, fat side up.
  3. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  4. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 75 minutes.
  5. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 15 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  6. Carefully remove the meat from the pot to a foil-covered baking sheet and brush with BBQ sauce.
  7. Set the brisket under the broiler for 4-5 minutes until caramelized and bubbly.
  8. Slice meat against the grain and serve.

Watch the recipe video here:

You always get a moist, tender finished product. It’s Tex-licious!RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-texas-beef-brisket/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Dessert

The Perfect Cinnamon Roll Icing

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The Perfect Cinnamon Roll Icing
After testing many recipes for cinnamon rolls I found that just about any home-made roll can be good if you have the right icing. In too many recipes the cream cheese flavor overpowers the icing. Use this recipe for decadent cream cheese icing on your favorite cinnamon roll and you won't be disappointed!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 7 tablespoons butter, softened
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1½ cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. Beat together the cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer in a large bowl until creamy. Mix in the vanilla and milk, then gradually mix in the confectioners' sugar and salt until smooth and fluffy.

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"This one's a plate licker!!! It is absolutely delicious!"The Perfect Cinnamon Roll Icing: https://trib.al/prajgEm

Posted by Allrecipes on Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Salads

Chicken Club Pasta Salad

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Chicken Club Pasta Salad
Chicken club sandwich-style pasta! Substitute Monterey Jack cheese for the Muenster, if desired.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Salad
Ingredients
  • 8 ounces corkscrew-shaped pasta
  • ¾ cup Italian-style salad dressing
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cups chopped, cooked rotisserie chicken
  • 12 slices crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1 cup cubed Muenster cheese
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and chopped
Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Whisk Italian-style dressing and mayonnaise together in a large bowl. Stir pasta, chicken, bacon, Muenster cheese, celery, green bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and avocado into dressing until evenly coated.

Watch the recipe video here:

Chicken Club Pasta Salad: https://trib.al/Yn9bBhp

Posted by Allrecipes on Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Main dish

Instant Pot Soy Ginger Pork and Rice

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Instant Pot Soy Ginger Pork and Rice
I love the sticky soy ginger sauce poured over the super-juicy pork.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
Rice Mixture:
  • 2 cups long grain white rice, rinsed
  • 2.5 cups water
Meat Mixture:
  • 1 tbsp oil (or bacon drippings)
  • 1¼ lbs boneless pork chops (1” – 1½″ thick)
Sauce Mixture:
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup chicken or beef stock
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
To Finish:
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (optional)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp cold water
Instructions
  1. Add Rice Mixture ingredients to a 1.5 quart casserole dish (these fit perfectly: https://amzn.to/2DtfXM4) and set aside.
  2. Add oil to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
  3. When oil gets hot, brown the pork on both sides, 3-4 minutes per side. Meat will not be cooked through. Do not crowd the pot–you may have to work in batches. Transfer browned meat to a shallow dish and cover loosely with foil.
  4. Add Sauce Mixture ingredients to the Instant Pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Put the meat back into to the Instant Pot, turning once to coat.
  6. Insert a tall steam rack or riser into the Instant Pot (we like these: https://amzn.to/2Nwndvk) and carefully lower the casserole onto the riser using a foil sling. The bottom of the casserole should not be in contact with the pork mixture.
  7. Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  8. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 14 minutes and adjust to LOW PRESSURE.
  9. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  10. Immediately remove the casserole and riser. Quickly move pork to a cutting board to rest.
  11. (Optional) Add broccoli florets to the sauce and stir to combine. Close the pot lid and let stand for 3-5 minutes on the KEEP WARM setting or until broccoli has almost achieved the desired tenderness.
  12. Mix together the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl and stir into the broccoli sauce until thickened, returning to SAUTE mode as needed.
  13. Slice the pork against the grain. Serve over rice with topped with sauce and broccoli.

Watch the recipe video here:

Soy-ginger pork is determined to be a long-time favorite in your house.RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-soy-ginger-pork-and-rice/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Main dish

Slow-Roasted Salmon with Fennel, Citrus, and Chiles

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Slow-Roasted Salmon with Fennel, Citrus, and Chiles
Don’t bother trying to divide this fillet into tidy portions. Instead, use a spoon to break it into perfectly imperfect pieces.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • 1 medium fennel bulb, thinly sliced
  • 1 blood or navel orange, very thinly sliced, seeds removed
  • 1 Meyer or regular lemon, very thinly sliced, seeds removed
  • 1 red Fresno chile or jalapeño, with seeds, thinly sliced
  • 4 sprigs dill, plus more for serving
  • Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1 2-lb. skinless salmon fillet, preferably center-cut
  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)
Instructions
Also Try it With:
  1. Cod, halibut, John Dory, or turbot fillets
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 275°. Toss fennel, orange slices, lemon slices, chile, and 4 dill sprigs in a shallow 3-qt. baking dish; season with kosher salt and pepper. Season salmon with kosher salt and place on top of fennel mixture. Pour oil over.
  2. Roast until salmon is just cooked through (the tip of a knife will slide through easily and flesh will be slightly opaque), 30–40 minutes for medium-rare.
  3. Transfer salmon to a platter, breaking it into large pieces as you go. Spoon fennel mixture and oil from baking dish over; discard dill sprigs. Season with sea salt and pepper and top with fresh dill sprigs.

Watch the recipe video here:

Introducing your new favorite salmon recipe. http://bonap.it/ul4SoDe

Posted by Bon Appétit Magazine on Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Main dish

Cheesy Breakfast Egg Bowl Leaves No Dishes Behind

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Cheesy Breakfast Egg Bowl Leaves No Dishes Behind
Carbs and I, we're good friends. Dishes and I? Not so much! This Bread Bowl Breakfast makes eating and cleanup easy, and is literally what it sounds like - a breakfast in a bread bowl! Fill each bread bowl with an egg, some herbs and cheese, and you've got a breakfast that you'll want everyday!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • Crusty dinner rolls, as many as you choose
  • Large eggs, one for each roll
  • Mixed herbs, chopped, such as parsley, chives or tarragon, about 1 teaspoon for each roll
  • Heavy cream, 1 teaspoon for each roll
  • Salt and pepper
  • Parmesan cheese, grated, as much as you want to sprinkle on each roll
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Slice off top of each dinner roll and gently remove some bread until there is a hole large enough to accommodate an egg.
  3. Arrange rolls on a baking sheet. Reserve tops.
  4. Crack an egg into each roll. Top each egg with some herbs and a bit of cream. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
  5. Bake until eggs are set and bread is toasted, about 20 to 25 minutes. After eggs have cooked for 20 minutes, place bread tops on baking sheet and bake until golden brown. Let sit 5 minutes.
  6. Place tops on rolls and serve warm.

Watch the recipe video here:

This Bread Bowl Breakfast makes eating and cleanup easyRecipe: http://sha.red/pXM2b

Posted by Shared Food on Sunday, April 28, 2019

Dessert

Slice-and-Bake Jammy Pinwheel Cookies

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Slice-and-Bake Jammy Pinwheel Cookies
This one-bowl cookie dough requires no machinery and is a great all-purpose recipe that you can dress up all the ways: roll out and cut into shapes, make into thumbprints, or just form into a solid slice-and-bake log for maximum cookie ease.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • ¼ cup raspberry preserves
  • Nonstick vegetable oil spray
Instructions
  1. Place 1 stick room-temperature butter in a medium bowl and work with a spatula, beating against side of bowl, until smooth and lump-free. If butter is room temperature, this should happen fast. If it’s still a bit cold, work it vigorously.
  2. Add ¼ cup sugar, ½ tsp. cinnamon, and ½ tsp. salt and mix with spatula until sugar is combined with butter and mixture is completely homogenous, about 2 minutes. You’re not looking for a light and fluffy texture the way you normally would when you “cream” butter and sugar, just a smooth consistency.
  3. Add 1 egg yolk, 2 Tbsp. honey, and 2 tsp. vanilla and mix with spatula until incorporated.
  4. Add 1 cup plus 2 Tbsp. flour and mix with spatula just until flour disappears and mixture comes together in a single, homogenous mass.
  5. Lightly dust a sheet of parchment paper with flour and place dough on top. Flour your hands and pat out dough into a rectangle that’s about ½" thick, adding more flour as needed to prevent dough from sticking.
  6. Dust top of dough with more flour and place a sheet of parchment over. Roll out dough to an ⅛"-thick rectangle. The exact dimensions aren’t important, just make sure it’s wider than it is long and as close to a rectangle as possible (otherwise pinwheels will be a little wonky).
  7. Remove top layer of parchment. Slide bottom parchment with dough onto a rimmed baking sheet. Chill until dough is firm, at least 20 minutes.
  8. Remove dough from refrigerator and position baking sheet so 1 longer side is closest to you. Using a small offset spatula or the back of a spoon, spread ¼ cup preserves in a very thin layer across surface, leaving a ½" border on all sides except side closest to you. On that side, spread jam all the way to the edge.
  9. Starting at side closest to you and using parchment to help you, roll up dough into a spiraled log. If dough cracks, stop rolling and let it sit for a few minutes until pliable. Rest log on seam and transfer baking sheet to freezer. Freeze until dough is very firm but not frozen, 10–15 minutes.
  10. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 325°. Line another baking sheet with parchment paper and grease with nonstick spray.
  11. Transfer log to cutting board. Cut crosswise into ¼"-thick pinwheels, rotating log every few slices to maintain the round shape and wiping knife occasionally to remove jam. Transfer pinwheels to greased parchment-lined sheet, spacing 1" apart.
  12. Bake cookies until edges are golden brown and center of spiral is barely golden, 12–15 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes on baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.
  13. Arrange cookies on a plate and serve.
Do Ahead: Dough can be filled, rolled, and frozen 1 month ahead. Wrap tightly in plastic. Thaw overnight in refrigerator before slicing and baking.

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Win all of the unofficial holiday cookie swap contests with these. (via Basically)Recipe: http://bonap.it/Fx2oZXv

Posted by Bon Appétit Magazine on Monday, April 29, 2019

Main dish

Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wraps
This super-easy recipe is incredibly flavorful.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
Sauce Mixture:
  • ¼ cup hoisin sauce
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Sriracha sauce (optional)
  • 1 tsp mustard powder
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • ¼ tsp white pepper
Pot Mixture:
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup onions, finely diced
  • 1 lb ground chicken (or turkey)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
To Finish:
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 8 oz can water chestnuts, drained and diced
  • 2-3 green onions, green parts only, sliced thin
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 head butter, bibb, or Boston lettuce, leaves separated
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together all Sauce Mixture ingredients and set aside.
  2. Add olive oil to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
  3. When oil gets hot, add the onions and ground meat. Cook and stir until no pink remains.
  4. Drain out all liquid, then add garlic, ginger and half the sauce. Stir to combine.
  5. Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  6. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 0 minutes.
  7. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  8. Stir and then drain out any remaining liquid. Add remaining sauce and stir to warm through, returning to SAUTE as needed.
  9. Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then add the carrot, water chestnuts, green onions, and toasted sesame oil.
  10. Serve warm with lettuce leaves on the side. Scoop a few tablespoons of chicken mixture into a lettuce leaf, roll and eat.

Watch the recipe video here:

These super-easy Chicken Lettuce Wraps are incredibly flavorful.RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-chicken-lettuce-wraps/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Monday, April 29, 2019

Main dish

Instant Pot Best Pork Carnitas

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Instant Pot Best Pork Carnitas
Every tortilla dreams of being stuffed with carnitas.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • 2 oranges, cut in half
  • 2 limes, cut in half
  • Additional orange juice as needed (or water)
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 3-4 lb well-marbled pork shoulder or butt cut into ~1 lb pieces and left at room temp for 15 minutes
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • Corn or flour tortillas for serving
  • Toppings (optional): ½ cup chopped cilantro, avocado slices, lime wedges
Instructions
  1. Squeeze oranges and limes into a small bowl or measuring cup. Add additional orange juice (or water) to make ¾ cup liquid, reserve rinds.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the Rub Mixture ingredients, then add the pork pieces and coat thoroughly.
  3. Add oil to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
  4. When oil gets hot, brown the pork on both sides, 2-3 minutes per side. Meat will not be cooked through. Do not crowd the pot–you may have to work in batches. Transfer browned meat to a shallow dish and cover loosely with foil.
  5. Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
  6. Add orange/lime juice to the pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
  7. Add quartered onion to the pot and lay pork pieces on top of the onion. Place citrus rinds cut-side down on top of the pork. Drop in cinnamon sticks.
  8. Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  9. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 60 minutes.
  10. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 15 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  11. Carefully remove the pork from the pot to a parchment-lined baking sheet and shred. Pour ⅔ cup cooking juice over the meat.
  12. Set the pan under the broiler until tips of pork are browned and slightly crisp, 3-5 minutes.
  13. Serve warm on tortillas with your choice of toppings.

Watch the recipe video here:

Every tortilla dreams of being stuffed with carnitas.RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-best-pork-carnitas/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Monday, April 29, 2019

Main dish

Instant Pot French Dip Sandwich

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Instant Pot French Dip Sandwich
Better-than-restaurant French dip sandwiches at home!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
For the pot:
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2.5 lbs beef chuck roast, left at room temperature for 15 minutes
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup red wine
  • 14 oz beef broth
  • 1 bay leaf
To finish:
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt, or to taste
  • 6 soft rolls
  • 3 tbsp butter, melted
  • ½ tsp garlic salt
  • 6 slices provolone cheese
  • Flat-leaf parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
  1. Add olive oil to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
  2. Season the beef with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
  3. When oil gets hot, brown the meat on all sides, 3-4 minutes per side. Meat will not be cooked through. Transfer browned meat to a shallow dish and cover loosely with foil.
  4. Add onion to the pot and saute until soft, 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add wine to the pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
  6. Add beef broth and bay leaf to the pot. Put the meat back into to the pot, turning once to coat.
  7. Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  8. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 100 minutes.
  9. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 25 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
  10. Carefully remove the meat from the pot to a cutting board and shred.
  11. Strain remaining liquid. Reserve onions to serve with the sandwich (optional).
  12. Use a spoon or fat separator to skim fat from remaining juices. Discard fat. Season au jus with 1 tbsp kosher salt, or to taste.
  13. Slice open rolls, brush with melted butter and garlic salt and set under a broiler 2-3 minutes, until lightly toasted.
  14. Top toasted rolls with shredded beef and cheese. Return to broiler for 2-3 minutes, until cheese begins to melt.
  15. Top with chopped parsley (optional) and serve with au jus for dipping.

Watch the recipe video here:

Better-than-restaurant French dip sandwiches at home!RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-french-dip-sandwich/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Monday, April 29, 2019