Ingredients 3 6″ corn tortillas, + more for garnish 2 tbsp flour 1/2 tsp chili powder 1 tbsp cumin 1/2 tsp each: salt and black pepper 2 tbsp canola oil 1/2 cup finely diced onion 1/2 cup finely diced poblano pepper, + more for garnish 1/2 tsp chopped garlic 2 tbsp butter 3 cup chicken stock 1/2 cup half-and-half 1/8 cup roasted chicken, chopped 1/2 cup shredded monterey jack How to prepare Cut 3 tortillas into ninths, place in food processor and chop until fine. Add flour, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Blend to the consistency of cornmeal. Place oil in stockpot over medium-high... 

Ingredients 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp margarine 1 1/2 lb ground beef 2 onions, chop 1 cl garlic, crush Salt & pepper 2 tbsp chili powder 1 tbsp prepared mustard 6 oz can tomato paste 6 oz water 3/4 lb hot dogs How to prepare In a saucepan, combine all ingredients, except the hot dogs. Simmer until thick. Do not brown ground beef first. In a food processor fitted with a metal blade or a meat grinder, grind the hot dogs & add to the sauce, stir. Cook 15 minutes longer. Serve this sauce over hot dogs in buns. Source: fidonet gourmet conf. Yield: 4 servings. Share/Bookmark 

Ingredients 7 1/2 oz jar roasted red peppers, drained 1/2 cup cilantro 6 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp red wine or balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper 1/2 cup toasted, slivered almonds How to prepare Place first 5 ingredients into food processor. Process until almost smooth. Add almonds, process until almonds are broken up but not completely smooth. Share/Bookmark 

Ingredients 1 lg ripe mango, peeled & chopped 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped 1/2 cups finely chopped red onion 1/4 cups fresh orange juice 1/4 cups fresh lime juice 2 tbsp chopped cilantro salt to taste How to prepare Combine all ingredients except cilantro and salt. Cover and refrigerate 1-4 hours. At serving time, stir in cilantro and season with salt. Makes about 3 cups. Share/Bookmark 

Ingredients 1/2 cup lentils, dried 1/2 cup navy beans, dried 2 lg onions, chopped 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil 6 med red bell peppers, chopped 2 tsp basil, dried 1 tsp marjoram, dried 1/4 tsp cayenne 1/4 tsp thyme, dried 1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp black pepper, ground 3 1/2 cup vegetable stock or water 1/4 cup dry red wine 2 tbsp dry sherry 1/4 cup tomato paste 1/2 cup plain yogurt 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped How to prepare Cover the lentils and navy beans with plenty of cold water and soak them overnight or for at least 4 hours. Drain and set them aside. In a large deep saucepan, saut Share/Bookmark 

Ingredients 8 oz cooked salmon (or a 7 oz can) 1/3 cup celery, chopped 1/4 cup green onion, minced 1/4 cup radishes, chopped 3 tbsp tarragon mustard sauce (look up) 2 tbsp fresh parsley, minced 1 tsp lemon juice Lettuce leaves How to prepare 1. Flake salmon into bite-size pieces. 2. Combine salmon with celery, onion and radishes in bowl; set aside. 3. Combine tarragon-mustard sauce, parsley, and lemon juice in bowl and stir well. Add to salmon mixture; toss gently to coat. Cover and chill. 4. Serve on lettuce-lined plates. Makes 4 servings. For this recipe you may use leftover salmon, canned salmon,... 

Ingredients 1/2 lb dried chick-peas 2 garlic cloves, sliced 2 tsp baking soda Salt and pepper 1/2 cup olive oil 6 to 8 cups water 2 med onions finely chopped Strained fresh juice of 1 lemon 3 lb tomatoes chopped 1 lb bay leaf How to prepare Wash and soak chick-peas according to package directions. Drain and sprinkle with salt. Let stand 15 minutes.Remove husks by rubbing chick-peas between thumb and forefinger. Rinse well and drain. In a large pot,heat the oil and saute onions and peas stirring with a wooden spoon,until onions are translucent. Add tomatoes and stir over low heat for 2-3 minutes.... 

Ingredients 6 bacon slices, thick 1/4 cup onion, chopped 1/3 cup flour 1 qt milk 2 cup half and half 1 lb sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1/2 tsp garlic juice 1/2 tsp dry mustard 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp white pepper 2 tbsp parsley 3/4 cup croutons How to prepare In a 4 qt pot over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Set aside. Pour out bacon grease reserving 3 tbsp saut Share/Bookmark 

Ingredients 2 tbsp diced onion 2 cups tomatoes (roma/plum) chopped into 1/4″ cubes 2 or more serrano chiles 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro 2 tsp sugar 1/4 mexican beer 2 tsp salt juice of one lime How to prepare Rinse the onion with hot water in a strainer before adding it to the salsa. Finely dice all, mix and let sit for an hour before serving. Share/Bookmark 

Ingredients 4-1/2 tbsp finely chopped onion 4-1/2 tbsp peeled, seeded and chopped tomato 3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro 3 serrano chiles, seeded and chopped 1 tbsp fresh lime juice How to prepare In a serving bowl, toss all ingredients together. Add salt and pepper to taste.[From las brisas in laguna beach] Share/Bookmark