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Oreo Bark

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Oreo Bark
I don’t know about you guys, but anything that is cookies and cream flavor ALWAYS hits the spot! Whether it be ice cream, a candy bar, fudge…you can never go wrong with these flavors! This cookies and cream bark is super easy and great to bring to any event! You can even make these for your friends around the holidays!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • 24 oz White chocolate (I used 2 bags of white chocolate chips)
  • 2 Tbsp Vegetable shortening
  • 1 CUP Chocolate cookies crumbs
Instructions
  1. Cover a cookie sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  2. Place the white chocolate and shortening in the top pan of a double boiler.
  3. Heat while stirring until thoroughly melted.
  4. Once the white chocolate is melted stir in ½ cup of the cookie crumbs until just blended. Do not over-stir.
  5. Spoon the melted chocolate onto the cookie sheet. Then use a spatula to spread it evenly over the cookie sheet.
  6. Let sit in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
  7. Break the cookies and cream bark into pieces.
  8. Enjoy!

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Our 3 Favorite Oreo Recipeshttp://chopsecrets.com/oreo-bark/http://chopsecrets.com/oreo-cheesecake-bites/http://chopsecrets.com/oreo-pudding-poke-cake/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Wednesday, December 26, 2018

Main dish

Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice

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Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice
A traditional dish of Louisiana Creole cuisine.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
Pot Mixture:
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • ½ bell pepper, diced
  • 3 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb dry red kidney beans (it is not necessary to soak the beans)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
  • 4 cups (32 oz) chicken broth
  • 3 cups water
Meat:
  • 12-16 oz chicken andouille (or other high-quality smoked) sausage, cut into thin slices
Finishing Mixture:
  • 2 tbsp butter, cut into 4-6 pieces
  • Hot sauce to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 cups cooked rice
Instructions
  1. Add Pot Mixture ingredients to the Instant Pot and stir to combine. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  2. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 25 minutes.
  3. When the time is up, quick-release the remaining pressure. Run the lid under cold water and set aside. This will help the Instant Pot to come to pressure more quickly in the next step.
  4. Add the sliced sausage and stir to combine. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  5. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 15 minutes.
  6. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release until the pin drops (typically 20-25 minutes).
  7. Remove the lid, then using the display panel select the SAUTE function. Add butter. Cook and stir until incorporated and slightly thickened.
  8. Use a potato masher (we love this one: https://amzn.to/2CJ9ewv) or immersion blender to break up some of the beans to achieve desired consistency, keeping in mind the mixture will continue to thicken as it cools.
  9. Add hot sauce, salt, and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve over rice.

Watch the recipe video here:

Instant Pot Red Beans and RiceFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-red-beans-and-rice/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Wednesday, December 26, 2018

Dessert

Classic Coffee Cake

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Classic Coffee Cake
You guys, I have FINALLY found the most delicious coffee cake recipe and can’t wait to share it! Seriously, I’ve tried to make coffee cake before, and I have had problems with it coming out either too dry or not flavorful enough. Well, this coffee cake has ALL the flavors and is super moist! It also feeds plenty so it’s great to bring to any brunch event! Starbucks has nothing on this!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • 1 CUP Oil
  • 2 Eggs, beaten
  • 1 tsp Vanilla
  • 1 CUP Milk
  • 1 CUP Sugar
  • 3 CUP Flour
  • 3 tsp Baking powder
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • 1½ CUP Brown sugar
  • 2 tsp Cinnamon
  • ½ CUP Margarine, melted
Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl. combine oil, eggs, vanilla and milk together.
  2. In a medium bowl, blend together sugar, flour, baking powder and salt.
  3. Combine egg mixture with flour mixture. Pour half the batter into a 9×13 pan.
  4. In a medium bowl, prepare streusel by combining brown sugar and cinnamon.
  5. Sprinkle half of streusel on top of the batter. Top with remaining batter and then sprinkle the remaining streusel on top.
  6. Drizzle with melted margarine.
  7. Bake, uncovered at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.

Watch the recipe video here:

Classic Coffee CakeFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/classic-coffee-cake/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Monday, December 24, 2018

Dessert

Baked Oatmeal

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Baked Oatmeal
Want to eat healthier but don’t want to break the bank? Oatmeal is a great way to get both of these worlds to collide. Among many great health benefits, it’s also a great time saver. Microwave for just a few minutes, add your toppings of choice and voila. This recipe bumps it up a couple notches by taking a bit more time to prepare but lasting all week for you to indulge in. Say goodbye to showing up at work hungry, at least for this week.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
  • 3 Cups Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
  • ¾ Cup Brown Sugar
  • 1½ tsp Baking Powder
  • ¾ tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • ½ tsp Salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 Eggs, beaten
  • 2½ Cups Milk
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 4 Tbsp Unsalted Butter or Coconut Oil, melted
Toppings
  • ½ Cup Blueberries
  • ½ Cup Blackberries
  • ½ Cup Raspberries
  • ½ Cup Strawberries, chopped
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F / 180°C.
  2. Combine all dry ingredients and stir to mix well.
  3. Spray 9×13 inch pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  4. Pour half the oat mixture in the baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle some of each berry on top of the oats.
  6. Pour rest of the oat mixture on top of berries.
  7. Whisk the wet ingredients together then pour over the oats.
  8. Top the oats with the remaining berries and some more brown sugar.
  9. Gently shake the baking dish back and forth to spread liquid evenly.
  10. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes.
  11. Serve immediately.

Watch the recipe video here:

Baked OatmealFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/baked-oatmeal/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Tuesday, December 25, 2018

Main dish

Instant Pot Homemade Applesauce

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Instant Pot Homemade Applesauce
Simple, wholesome ingredients that combine to make an easy treat.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • 12 apples, peeled, cored and quartered (Fuji apples are delicious)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • ¾ water
  • Additional cinnamon and/or cinnamon sticks for garnish (optional)
Instructions
  1. Put peeled and quartered apples in the Instant Pot. Add all remaining ingredients, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  2. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 3 minutes.
  3. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 15 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  4. Use a slotted spoon to transfer cooked apples to a large-capacity blender or food processor.
  5. Process until smooth and uniform. Add additional pot juices ¼ cup at a time to achieve desired consistency.
  6. Serve warm or cold with additional cinnamon and/or cinnamon sticks for garnish.

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Simple, wholesome ingredients that combine to make an easy treat.FULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-homemade-applesauce/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Tuesday, December 25, 2018

Main dish

Cheesy Potato Waffles

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Cheesy Potato Waffles
What is something that you have never thought to put in a waffle iron? I feel like a lot of people these days are trying ANYTHING to see how it turns out. And I can’t say that I blame them. These potato waffles are so delicious and creative. You can make them for brunch, a side for dinner, they go well with so many options! The waffle iron makes them the perfect amount of crispiness. And It only takes 3 minutes to cook them to perfection!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • 4 TBSP Unsalted butter
  • ¼ CUP Buttermilk
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 2 CUPS Mashed potatoes
  • 3 TBSP Chopped chives
  • ½ CUP All-purpose flour
  • ½ TSP Baking powder
  • ¼ TSP Baking soda
  • ½ TSP Salt
  • ½ TSP Fresh ground black pepper
  • ¼ TSP Garlic powder
  • CUP Grated cheddar cheese
  • Bacon bits
Instructions
  1. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Continue to cook the butter until the butter begins to brown a bit.
  3. Immediately transfer the browned butter into a medium bowl.
  4. Whisk in buttermilk and eggs until thoroughly combined.
  5. Add the mashed potatoes and 2 tablespoons chives and gently stir to combine.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  7. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
  8. Heat a waffle iron and grease if necessary.
  9. Dollop batter (about ¼ cup per waffle) into the waffle iron. Cook until golden on each side.
  10. Turn oven to the broiler setting.
  11. Place waffles on a baking sheet and top with cheddar cheese and bacon.
  12. Place waffles under the broiler until cheese is melted, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Watch the recipe video here:

Cheesy Potato WafflesFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/cheesy-potato-waffles/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Monday, December 24, 2018

Main dish

Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

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Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup
You will never want to stop eating this creamy, cheesy comfort food!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
Pot Mixture:
  • 5 tbsp butter
  • 1.5 lbs broccoli, cut into florets
  • 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 12-15 baby carrots, diced (or 2 whole carrots, diced)
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp ground mustard
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 cups heavy cream
Finishing Mixture:
  • 10-12 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Hot sauce to taste (optional
Instructions
  1. Add butter to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
  2. When butter has melted, add broccoli florets in an even layer and cook without stirring for 5-7 minutes or until browned on the bottom.
  3. Add broth to the pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
  4. Add the remainder of the Pot Mixture ingredients and 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 2 minutes.
  7. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  8. Use an immersion blender to process until smooth (we love this immersion blender: https://amzn.to/2yBqLSB)
  9. Add cheese in ½ cup increments stirring between each addition until melted.
  10. Add hot sauce to taste (optional). Serve warm.

Watch the recipe video here:

You will never want to stop eating this creamy, cheesy comfort food!FULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-broccoli-cheddar-soup/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Monday, December 24, 2018

Main dish

Instant Pot Curried Rice with Shrimp and Basil

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Instant Pot Curried Rice with Shrimp and Basil
There’s so much delicious flavor here, your family will think you spent hours over the stove.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup coarsely shredded carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp curry powder
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 1½ cups water
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ⅛ tsp pepper
  • 1½ pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, frozen
  • ½ cup fresh basil, cut into ribbons
Instructions
  1. Add olive oil to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
  2. When the oil is hot, add carrots and onion. Cook and stir 4 minutes until onion is beginning to soften.
  3. Add garlic and curry powder. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add rinsed rice, water, salt, pepper, and frozen shrimp. Stir to combine.
  5. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  6. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- buttons and program the Instant Pot for 10 minutes.
  7. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 5 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  8. Fold in basil and serve hot.

Watch the recipe video here:

Instant Pot Curried Rice with Shrimp and BasilFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-curried-rice-with-shrimp-and-basil/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Monday, December 24, 2018

Main dish

Cheese Stuffed Cajun Chicken

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Cheese Stuffed Cajun Chicken
Along with the chicken being topped with the perfect combination of seasonings, it’s stuffed with pepper jack cheese and spinach. This was easily the juiciest chicken I have ever experienced in my life. I love the moment when you bite into something that you just made with love and it turns out to be everything you wished for. Moments like those are what I live for with cooking. This recipe is perfect for a date night with friends or a loved one! Impress them with your skills!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • 2 average sized chicken breasts
  • 2 ounces pepper jack cheese, shredded (you can use up to 6 oz)
  • ½ cup of cooked spinach (or defrost frozen spinach)
  • 1 Tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • ½ Tbsp breadcrumbs
  • Freshly ground black pepper and sea salt, to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Pound the chicken breast flat, but not too thin.
  3. Throw in pepper jack cheese, spinach, salt, and pepper into a medium-sized bowl.
  4. In another bowl, mix the Cajon spice with the breadcrumbs.
  5. Provide a serving of about ¼ c of the spinach mixture onto each chicken breast.
  6. Make rolls of each chicken breast firm and hold together with plenty of toothpicks.
  7. Drizzle olive oil onto each chicken.
  8. Add the Cajon seasoning on top.
  9. Place a sheet of foil onto a tray and then lay chicken rolls with folded parts facing down onto the sheet.
  10. Let the chicken cook through for 35 to 40 minutes.
  11. Take out toothpicks or ties before serving.
  12. Enjoy!

Watch the recipe video here:

Cheese Stuffed Cajun ChickenFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/cheese-stuffed-cajun-chicken/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Sunday, December 23, 2018

Main dish

Instant Pot Honey Bourbon Chicken

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Instant Pot Honey Bourbon Chicken
I love the tastes of New Orleans, and this honey bourbon chicken does not disappoint. The rich, flavorful sauce is perfect for spooning over the tender morsels of chicken. Laissez les bons temps rouler! Not a fan of bourbon? No worries. This dish is actually named after Bourbon Street in New Orleans, so although the bourbon in the recipe does add a punch of extra flavor, it is not necessary to achieve a tasty outcome! Want to make it spicier? Add ½ – 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or add some sriracha sauce to the party! This dish works great over egg noodles, rice, next to a pile of potatoes or even over zucchini “zoodles” if you want to keep the carbs a bit lower.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
Sauce:
  • Small onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup honey
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup bourbon whiskey (optional)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • ⅛ tsp black pepper
  • ⅛ tbsp cayenne pepper
Other:
  • 1½ lbs chicken thighs, boneless, skinless
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water
Instructions
  1. Combine the Sauce ingredients in the Instant Pot.
  2. Nestle the chicken thighs in the sauce in one layer, turning once to coat.
  3. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  4. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- buttons and program the Instant Pot for 15 minutes.
  5. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 5 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  6. Remove chicken and dice.
  7. Meanwhile, mix water and cornstarch in a small bowl, then add it to the sauce and cook 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  8. Return chicken to pot and warm through. Serve over noodles or rice.

Watch the recipe video here:

Instant Pot Honey Bourbon ChickenFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-honey-bourbon-chicken/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Sunday, December 23, 2018