Appetizers & Desserts

<body topmargin="0" leftmargin="0" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0"> <table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" height="100%"> <tr> <td valign="top" width="105" bgcolor="#111111" text="#F7F7FF"> <div><img src="143a55400.jpg" border="0" width="85" height="64" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0"></div><br> <div><img src="126639310.gif" border="0" width="57" height="49" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0"></div><br> <br> </td> <td valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" text="#080000" background="079cb9a3.jpg"> <div> <b>Appetizers & Desserts</b> </div><br> <div></div> <div> <script type="text/javascript" language="JavaScript1.2" src="stm31.js"></script> </div> <div> <script type="text/javascript" language="JavaScript1.2">  </script> </div> <div></div><br> <div><img src="9e9c7800.gif" border="0" width="199" height="128" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0"></div><br> <div> <a href="#new_orleans_bbq_shrimp" title="Appetizers Desserts"><u><b>New Orleans BBQ Shrimp</b></u></a> </div> <div> <a href="#cajun_coleslaw" title="Appetizers Desserts"><u><b>Cajun Coleslaw</b></u></a> </div> <div> <a href="#balsamic_glazed_strawberries_w_ice" title="Appetizers Desserts"><u><b>Balsamic-Glazed Strawberries w/ Ice Cream</b></u></a> </div> <div> <a href="#roasted_portobello_mushroom_dressing" title="Appetizers Desserts"><u><b>Roasted Portobello Mushroom Dressing</b></u></a> </div> <div> <a href="#blue_cheese_stuffed_mushrooms" title="Appetizers Desserts"><u><b>Blue Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms</b></u></a> </div> <div> <a href="#classic_blue_cheese_dressing" title="Appetizers Desserts"><u><b>Buddha's Blue Cheese Dressing</b></u></a> </div> <div> <a href="#crab_dip" title="Appetizers Desserts"><u><b>Crab Dip</b></u></a> </div> <div> <a href="#banana_s_foster" title="Appetizers Desserts"><u><b>Bananas Foster</b></u></a> </div><br> <br> <div>  <a name="new_orleans_bbq_shrimp" id="new_orleans_bbq_shrimp"><img border="0" src="1x1.gif" height="1" align="bottom" width="1" hspace="0" vspace="0"></a> </div> <div> <i><b>New Orleans BBQ Shrimp</b></i> </div><br> <div> I love this recipe.  I could skip the shrimp altogether and just dip the bread in the sauce... </div><br> <div> <b>Ingredients:</b> </div><br> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1lb shrimp </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">2 tablespoons cajun seasoning </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 tablespoon olive oil </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 tablespoon minced garlic </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 tablespoon rosemary </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">2 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">2 tablespoons hot sauce </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 lemon </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">3-4 thin slices of lemon </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/3 cup beer </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/2 stick butter </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">salt and pepper </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">Hawaiian bread for dipping </div> <div>   </div> <div> <p align="justify">Toss the shrimp with the seasoning. Pour the olive oil into a skillet and turn the heat up to high. Once it begins to smoke, add in the garlic and rosemary. Stir to lightly brown the garlic, but don't burn it (lift the skillet up off the stove if you have to). Add the shrimp and stir carefully. Add the Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice (I just fork the lemon and squeeze) and toss in a few slices of lemon.</p> </div> <div> <p align="justify">Deglaze the pan with the beer. Let the shrimp cook for a few minutes. Add in the salt and pepper. When the shrimp have finished cooking, reduce the heat to medium-high. Add the butter and stir until the sauce is a bit thicker. Remove the lemon slices. Serve. Use Hawaiian bread for dipping!</p> </div> <div>  <a name="cajun_coleslaw" id="cajun_coleslaw"><img border="0" src="1x1.gif" height="1" align="bottom" width="1" hspace="0" vspace="0"></a> </div> <div> <i><b>Cajun Coleslaw</b></i> </div><br> <div> Buddha loves making this!  It's one of MANY great recipes from <b>Heaven on Seven</b> </div><br> <div> <b>Ingredients:</b> </div><br> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1lb shredded cabbage (I use the packaged cole slaw mix) </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/3 cup chopped green onion </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/4 cup shredded carrots </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">2/3 cup mayonnaise </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/2 cup heavy whipping cream </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">2 tablespoons honey </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">5 teaspoons sugar </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 1/2 teaspoons minced jalapeno </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/2 teaspoon kosher salt </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/4 teaspoon cajun seasoning </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne </div> <div>   </div> <div> <p align="justify">Combine the cabbage, onion and carrots in a medium bowl and set aside. To make the dressing, whisk all the ingredients together until combined. Pour over the cabbage and mix thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for a few hours.</p> </div><br> <div>  <a name="balsamic_glazed_strawberries_w_ice" id="balsamic_glazed_strawberries_w_ice"><img border="0" src="1x1.gif" height="1" align="bottom" width="1" hspace="0" vspace="0"></a> </div> <div> <i><b>Balsamic-Glazed Strawberries w/ Ice Cream</b></i> </div><br> <div> Damn this is good... </div><br> <div> <b>Ingredients:</b> </div><br> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">12 large ripe strawberries </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">4 tablespoons brown sugar </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">4 giant scoops of vanilla ice cream </div><br> <div> <p align="justify">Trim the strawberries and cut into wedges. In a small sauce pan, heat the vinegar and brown sugar over moderate heat, stirring, until the sugar is dissolved and let simmer for a minute. Remove the pan from the heat and add the strawberries, tossing to coat. Scoop the ice cream into a couple of bowls and top with the warm, glazed strawberries.</p> </div><br> <div>  <a name="roasted_portobello_mushroom_dressing" id="roasted_portobello_mushroom_dressing"><img border="0" src="1x1.gif" height="1" align="bottom" width="1" hspace="0" vspace="0"></a> </div> <div> <i><b>Roasted Portobello Mushroom Dressing</b></i> </div><br> <div> It's my favorite dressing to make... </div><br> <div> <b>Ingredients:</b> </div><br> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">8 large portobello mushrooms, brushed clean </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/3 cup balsamic vinegar </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">2 tablespoons Dijon mustard </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">2 cloves of garlic </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">2/3 cup olive oil </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 1/2 tablespoons crushed rosemary </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 1/2 tablespoons thyme </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/2 teaspoon parsley </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">salt & pepper </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">greens </div><br> <div> <p align="justify">Remove the stems from the mushrooms. Arrange them in a glass baking dish. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, salt & pepper. Gradually whisk in the olive oil. Whisk in the garlic, rosemary and thyme. Stir for a few minutes, then pour over the mushrooms. Allow to marinate at room temperature for about 20 minutes. Roast the mushrooms at 400 degrees for about 20 minutes. Allow the mushrooms to cool. Arrange the greens in a salad bowl. Cut the mushrooms into 1/2 inch slices and mix into the bowl. Drizzle the reserved vinaigrette over the salad. Sprinkle with a touch of parsley and serve.</p> </div><br> <div>  <a name="blue_cheese_stuffed_mushrooms" id="blue_cheese_stuffed_mushrooms"><img border="0" src="1x1.gif" height="1" align="bottom" width="1" hspace="0" vspace="0"></a> </div> <div> <i><b>Blue Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms</b></i> </div><br> <div> Ohhh...  I mean... <i><b>ohhh....</b></i> </div><br> <div> <b>Ingredients:</b> </div><br> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">fresh mushrooms </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">crumbled blue cheese </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">butter </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">garlic powder </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">cracked black pepper </div><br> <div> <p align="justify">Wash the mushrooms, then boil for about .. 20 minutes or so. Take them out of the pot and let 'em cool. Remove the stems. In a small saucepan, melt some butter (not much). Get some foil out and place the mushrooms on the foil. Pack 'em with the blue cheese, then drizzle the butter all over the mushrooms. Sprinkle with a little garlic and cracked black pepper. Finally, place the mushrooms under the broiler and broil for about .. 3 minutes (or until the cheese starts to golden). Don't leave them in there for too long, though.</p> </div><br> <div>  <a name="classic_blue_cheese_dressing" id="classic_blue_cheese_dressing"><img border="0" src="1x1.gif" height="1" align="bottom" width="1" hspace="0" vspace="0"></a> </div> <div> <i><b>Buddha's Blue Cheese Dressing</b></i> </div><br> <div> I took a simple recipe and juiced it up a bit.  Mmmm... </div><br> <div> <b>Ingredients:</b> </div><br> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">2/3 cup mayonnaise </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">2/3 cup sour cream </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 tablespoon Dijon mustard </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 teaspoon lemon juice </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 teaspoon cracked black pepper </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/2 teaspoon worcestershire </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/2 teaspoon white wine vinegar </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">A pinch of garlic powder </div><br> <div> <p align="justify">Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and whisk until smooth. Chill before serving.</p> </div><br> <div>  <a name="crab_dip" id="crab_dip"><img border="0" src="1x1.gif" height="1" align="bottom" width="1" hspace="0" vspace="0"></a> </div> <div> <i><b>Crab Dip</b></i> </div><br> <div> Mmmm mmmm .. you gonna <i><b>tHaNk</b></i> Buddha for dis here dish (it's my cousin's) </div><br> <div> <b>Ingredients:</b> </div><br> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">8 oz brick of cream cheese </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">2 tablespoons sour cream </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 tablespoon ketchup </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 tablespoon yellow mustard </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 teaspoon mayo </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">3 green onions, chopped </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">canned lump crab meat </div><br> <div> Take everything and mix together.  Refrigerate... </div><br> <br> <div>  <a name="banana_s_foster" id="banana_s_foster"><img border="0" src="1x1.gif" height="1" align="bottom" width="1" hspace="0" vspace="0"></a> </div> <div> <i><b>Banana's Foster</b></i> </div><br> <div> <b>Ingredients:</b> </div><br> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/2 cup Meyer's Rum </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">3/4 cup brown sugar </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">4 tablespoons butter </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">4 bananas, sliced in the middle </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1 teaspoon cinnamon </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">1/2 teaspoon nutmeg </div> <div> <img border="0" src="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" height="13" width="24" align="bottom" hspace="0" vspace="0">Haagan-Dazs vanilla ice cream </div><br> <div> <p align="justify">Melt the butter in a large skillet. Add in the brown sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon. Wait a minute or so and then add in the rum. You want the sauce to be thick, so.. if it's not thick enough .. add some corn starch. Slice the bananas in the middle, then add to the sauce. Heat on a low flame for 5-10 minutes, spooning the sauce over the bananas. Keep stiring. The sauce will thicken, but you don't want it to get <b>too</b> thick and clumpy. Once it's ready, take 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream and put on a plate. Pour the bananas and sauce over the ice cream. Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve. Mmmmm..</p> </div><br> </td> </tr> </table> </body>