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Velveeta Queso Blanco Recipe with the Easiest Dip to Make

Velveeta Queso Blanco Recipe with the Easiest Dip to Make

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On August 27, 2021

In Mexican

Velveeta queso blanco recipe is usually sought by those who need a good, satisfying dip for their chips or nachos. Of course, you can make the dip at home as it is very easy and only need a few ingredients. This is the recipe you should follow. It has everything you need to know, including the list of ingredients and the methods. You can make the dip quickly and easily after this.

This recipe is going to make a medium-sized bowl worth of dip. If the dip leaves you with leftovers, simply cover the bowl with lid or with plastic wrap and then you can store it in the fridge and it will last for 5 days to 1 week. Reheat the dip in the microwave and it will taste as good as new. Here is the recipe and grab your note now for the exact method:

Ingredients:

  • 2 packages Velveeta Queso Blanco (32 oz size)
  • 1 can diced green chili (7 oz size)
  • 2 large-sized jalapenos, washed and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons milk

 

Cooking Methods:

  1. This Velveeta queso blanco recipe is using microwave as the main tool for the cooking process. So, start it by preparing a microwave-safe bowl.
  2. Chop the Velveeta cheese into smaller cubes and transfer it to the microwave-safe bowl.
  3. Drain the diced green chili and add them to the bowl.
  4. Then, add the sliced jalapeno and the mix. At this stage, you can add anything into the bowl, including cooked ground beef, just in case you want to make Velveeta queso blanco dip with ground beef or with any other types of protein you like.
  5. Mix the ingredients in the bowl together until they are all well-combined.
  6. Put the bowl into the microwave on high for 2 minutes until the cheese is completely melted.
  7. Take the bowl out of the microwave. Give it a good stir and then let it sit for 1 minute before serving. If you serve it right away, it will be too hot and it will cause burnings on your tongue.

Once the dip is done, serve it with whatever you like on the side. It goes well with everything, starting from bread to tortilla chips. The taste combination between the sweet-savory cheeses with the juicy jalapeno is a match made in heaven. This is why everyone is looking for Velveeta queso blanco recipe and tries to make it on their own all the time.

Defrosting Ground Turkey in Four Quick and Easy Methods

Defrosting Ground Turkey in Four Quick and Easy Methods

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On August 22, 2021

In Tips

Defrosting ground turkey is a must when you need to cook with the protein, and it is frozen in the freezer. Thankfully, there are many methods that you can try to defrost the frozen ground turkey. It will be very easy once you know exactly how to do that. For those who want to understand more about the defrosting methods, read the information below.

 

Defrosting Frozen Ground Turkey using Microwave

The first and probably quickest method in defrosting ground turkey is the one with the help of a microwave. Remove all packaging from your ground turkey. Then, put it into microwave-safe bowl. Put the bowl in the microwave set on high. Cook for 5 minutes and take it out. Stir the ground turkey and repeat the process until the meat is fully defrosted.

 

Defrosting Frozen Ground Turkey using Cold Water Method

Many people think that they need to try thawing ground turkey in hot water. Well, it is slightly incorrect as what you need to do is actually thawing the frozen product using cold water. Place the ground turkey in large pan with lid and cover the meat with cold water. Let it soak for about 12 hours and drain the excess water before cooking.

 

Defrosting Frozen Ground Turkey using Refrigerator Method

Take the frozen product out of the freezer. Then, move it to the fridge shelf. Let it be there overnight and then it will be completely defrosted in the morning after. Let the meat thaws in the fridge avoid cross contamination or any kinds of bacteria invasion. It will remain safe in your fridge until the time you need it.

 

Defrosting Frozen Ground Turkey using On Counter Method

On counter method is done by placing the frozen product on the kitchen counter and let the room temperature to defrost the meat slowly. It takes longer than other methods are it probably needs to be left overnight. This is the method that you need to choose when you have plenty of times on your hand.

The best method from all the solutions mentioned up there is going to be heavily depending on how much time you have. If you do not have to cook the turkey in a while, let the protein defrosts on its own in the counter. If you need it to thaw fast and easy, microwave will be the best method you can possible choose to perform the defrosting ground turkey situation.

Bush’s Baked Beans with Ground Beef Easiest Recipe to Try at Home

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On August 17, 2021

In Beans

Bush’s baked beans with ground beef is one of the best dishes you can make on your own. It is very easy and everyone should be able to cook it like under an hour. It will be the best comfort food to eat.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lbs ground beef, fats removed
  • 1 can Bush’s Original Baked Beans (28oz size)
  • 1 package corn muffin mix (8.5 oz. size)
  • 1/2 cup white onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 can tomato paste (6 oz. size)
  • 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
  • Cooking oil
  • Salt and pepper

 

Cooking Instructions:

  1. Start making the Bush’s baked beans with ground beef by preheating oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, grease a baking dish with butter, oil or cooking spray. Set it aside.
  2. Prepare a heavy-bottomed skillet and place it on stove over medium heat. Drizzle cooking oil and once it heats up, add in chopped onion and cook until it is slightly translucent.
  3. Then, add in the chopped bell pepper. Cook until the bell pepper is softening. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Once done, add the ground beef and then cook until the mixture is all well-combined and completely cooked. After that, turn off the heat and drain the excess liquid from the beef mixture. Transfer the mixture into a bowl and set it aside.
  5. Use the same pan; mix together the baked beans from Bush’s and tomato paste. Stir everything together until the two ingredients are mixed together. Set it aside.
  6. Open the muffin mix package and then cook the muffin according to the instruction on the back of the page.
  7. Now, take the greased baking dish. Into the dish, start layering the ingredients. First, the beef mixture is spread evenly on the bottom of the pan. Then, pour the baked beans mixture. The last layer will be the muffin batter mixture.
  8. Put the baking dish in the preheated oven and then bake it for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, take it out, sprinkle lots and lots of cheese. Put the dish back in the oven and let it broil for 5-8 minutes until all the cheeses are melting.
  9. The casserole is done and ready to be served. You can use the same recipe to make baked beans with ground turkey or with other proteins.

Well, it is very easy to make the casserole-like dish. Follow the recipe of Bush’s baked beans with ground beef above to make sure you cook the proper dish.

Soaking Garbanzo Beans

Soaking Garbanzo Beans: Why and How to Do that?

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On August 12, 2021

In Beans

Soaking garbanzo beans is a must. Garbanzo bean is one of the most famous type of middle-eastern beans. It is also known as chickpeas. The texture is quite chewy and juicy when they are cooked properly. So, when you buy this kind of pea, you will most likely end up with the dried one, and you have to soak it before you can cook it. The further information about it will be shown below.

 

Why Soaking Garbanzo Beans?

The main reason why you need to soak the bean is the fact that it has hard outer shell. The shell is hard as nail and it won’t get easily peeled off if the beans are not soaked first. This is the reason why you need to pre-soak the beans before you can even cook it. Boiling it without cooking will result on hard beans that won’t taste even good enough for everyone’s palette.

 

Garbanzo Quick Soaking Method

The quick soaking chickpeas beans are done with the help of stove heat. You need to prepare a large pot with lid. Add the washed peas into the pot and then cover it up with water until everything is submerged. Then, turn on the heat and then boil the mixture for 1 minute. Then, sprinkle some baking soda and then let it soak in the liquid for 1 hour. Drain after done.

 

Garbanzo Slow Soaking Method

The slow soaking garbanzo beans method is done using cold water completely. It is done the similar way as you need to prepare pot with lid. Then, add the chickpeas and cover it up with cold water. Close the pan and let it soak for at least 12 hours. During that time, the peas will slowly absorb the water and swell properly.

The method will ensure better texture and eventually better taste for the beans. It is slow and takes time, though. This method is recommended when you have lots and lots of time for cooking and preparing for the dish.

From that explanation, it is clear to understand how important it is to soak your peas before you can cook it. The hard shell of the peas won’t taste good, and when the peas are not soaking enough water, it won’t swell and will be hard to chew. Soak the beans using any methods that you choose, including the two methods explained above about soaking garbanzo beans.

Panera Souffle Copycat Recipe

Panera Souffle Copycat Recipe: How to Make Four Baked Soft & Fluffy Souffles

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On August 7, 2021

In Breakfast

The copycat recipe of the Panera souffle is surprisingly an easy recipe to make, and it is perfect for a lovely breakfast or any special event at any time of the year. It’s delightfully soft and fluffy that everyone in your family will love it. Why will you enjoy this copycat soufflé recipe? Here’s why: You will only need around 30 minutes to make it. These are crispy crescent rolls that are buttery and fluffy. It tastes savory and enough for four people.

So, what are the ingredients in a soufflé? Soufflés are basically a soft, fluffy meal made of egg that can be served savory or sweetly as a desert. The authentic Panera souffle recipe also has eggs. But theirs have a tender crust that is golden brown. This soufflé recipe is not a classic one, but it is a simple one that you can easily make for your whole family.

Ingredients:

  • 1 tube of Pillsbury crescent rolls
  • 6 eggs, large ones
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • ¼ cup of Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup of cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tbsps fresh spinach, finely chopped
  • 4 slices of bacon, crumbled
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup of Asiago cheese, shredded

Cooking Instructions:

  1. To make a Panera souffle, preheat the oven up to 375°F. While waiting, combine milk, 5 eggs, Monterey Jack, and cheddar cheese, heavy cream, bacon, spinach, and salt in a microwaveable bowl. Mix them well and microwave for around 30 seconds. To make the mixture a bit thickened, stir well the mixture then microwave it for another 4 to 5 times at an interval of 20 seconds.
  2. Unroll and separate the crescent roll into four evenly rectangles. Spray your soufflé pan or ramekins with cooking spray and press each crescent rectangle into the ramekins. On top of dough, pour around 1/3 cup of the egg mixture. Sprinkle it with shredded Asiago cheese. Fold the rolled dough on the top of the mix.
  3. In a small bowl, softly beat the remaining egg. Spread the egg on the top of the dough using a soft bristle pastry brush. Bake the soufflé at 375°F for about 17 to 20 minutes until the eggs are cooked, and the top of the dough is evenly browned or puffed up. Remove the Panera souffle from the oven and let it cool for a while under room temperature before serving.
HOMEMADE DRY ONION SOUP MIX

Lipton Onion Soup Mix Potatoes Recipe and Steps to Make It

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On August 2, 2021

In Potato

Have you ever tried to make Lipton onion soup mix potatoes? If you have not, then you might find this roasted potatoes recipe worth trying. Let’s admit that potato is one of the most favorite foods in the world. Many love this stem tuber for its adaptability and versatility for almost all types of potato-based dishes. Potatoes can be fried, boiled, steamed, microwaved, or even oven-roasted.

Suppose you have tried a couple different potato recipes but have not been able to find a potato recipe that you can cook regularly. In that case, this Lipton onion soup mix potatoes recipe is your best option. These are potatoes roasted in an oven that were previously mixed with Lipton onion soup mix. Without further ado, let’s check out the following simple and quick meal recipe.

Onion Soup Mix Oven Roasted Potatoes

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 envelope of Lipton Onion Soup Mix
  • 2 pounds of red potatoes (4 medium potatoes), cut into evenly large chunks
  • 1/3 cup of olive oil

Cooking Instructions:

  1. To make Lipton onion soup mix potatoes in the oven; you first need to preheat the oven up to 400°F. While you are waiting for the oven to heat up, scrub and rinse the potatoes under running water. Dry the potatoes and cut them into evenly large chunks.
  2. Transfer the red potatoes into a large plastic seal bag; add the Lipton soup mix and 1/3 cup of olive oil. Seal the plastic bag and shake it firmly until the potatoes are completely coated with the olive oil and soup mix. Afterward, use cooking spray to evenly spray the baking pan. Pour the coated potatoes into the baking pan and bake for up to 20 minutes in the oven. Stirring the potatoes once in a while, and once the potatoes are perfectly browned, turn off the heat and serve while hot with other side dishes.

If you unable to find Lipton onion soup mix at the nearby grocery store, you could make one on your own with the following simple recipe.

 

Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup of dried onion flakes
  • 2 tbsp of bullion paste, granules, or cubes
  • ¼ tsp of onion powder
  • ¼ tsp of dried parsley flakes
  • 1/8 tsp of paprika
  • 1/8 tsp of celery seed
  • 1/8 tsp of freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

Mix all the ingredients and transfer them into an airtight jar. Now, you can use one envelop of this soup mix to make the Lipton onion soup mix potatoes recipe.

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