Quick Easy Nacho Cheese Sauce

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 63:1-4

A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah.

    [1] O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you;

        my soul thirsts for you;

    my flesh faints for you,

        as in a dry and weary land where there is no water. 

    [2] So I have looked upon you in the sanctuary,

        beholding your power and glory. 

    [3] Because your steadfast love is better than life,

        my lips will praise you. 

    [4] So I will bless you as long as I live;

        in your name I will lift up my hands.

2 T butter

2 T flour

Melt butter, add flour 

Whisk until bubbly 

Add 

1 c milk

1/4 t salt 

1/4 t chili powder

1/4 t sugar

Cook until thickened 

Add

2 oz each grated Hoop, Gouda and Pepper Jack

Turn off heat and whisk until cheese melts

Drizzle over BBQ pork nachos

Base

Tortilla chips 

Toppings for nachos 

Sliced Onions

Diced Pickled Jalapeño 

Chopped Tomato 

Cholula Spicy Cheese Ring

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 36:1

To the choirmaster. Of David, the servant of the LORD.

    [1] Transgression speaks to the wicked

        deep in his heart;

    there is no fear of God

        before his eyes.

An ej original recipe! 

1/2 c Dukes mayo

1/2 c spreadable cream cheese

1/2 c sour cream

A few shakes of Cholula ( I did 4)

1/2 t red pepper flakes 

1 t sugar

1/2 t seasoned salt

1/2 t Mrs Dash table seasoning 

1/2 t black pepper 

1 T roasted garlic 

1 t bacon grease 

2 c shredded mozzarella 

2 c shredded hoop 

Mix 

Line large bowl with 2 pieces plastic wrap 

to give a large over hang

Mold into ring

Leave hole in middle for preserves 

Top with toppings 

Refrigerate 2 hours 

Enjoy

1/2 of these for topping and 1/2 for mixing in the cheese ring 

3 green onions, diced 

1/2 c crispy bacon bits, microwaved

1 c roasted pecans, microwaved

Pineapple preserve for middle 

Bacon Bits Pepper Jack Cabbage

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 9:7-8

    [7] But the LORD sits enthroned forever;

        he has established his throne for justice, 

    [8] and he judges the world with righteousness;

        he judges the peoples with uprightness.

1 small cabbage, chopped 

Water just to cover

2 t Chicken base seasoning 

1/2 t Garlic granules 

1/2 t Black pepper 

Boil until tender, drain

1-2 slices pepper jack cheese

1 slice provolone 

1/4 c sour cheese

1/2 c Crispy bacon bits 

Add cheeses and sour cream 

Top with bacon bits

Fresno Chili Pimento Cheese

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Isaiah 40:8

    [8] The grass withers, the flower fades,

        but the word of our God will stand forever.

1 c Gouda, grated 

1 c hoop, grated

1 c white American, grated thick

1/4 c spreadable cream cheese 

1/4 c Mayo

1/4 roasted red bell pepper, chopped

1/4 c chopped Fresno chili ( in jar)

1 t Fresno chili juice 

1 t sugar

1/8 c green onions, chopped 

1/2 t each Salt and pepper 

1 T roasted garlic, mashed

Mix and chill

Serve on crackers, burgers etc! 

DIY Full Fat Ricotta

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Proverbs 13:24

    [24] 

    Whoever spares the rod hates his son,

        but he who loves him is diligent to discipline him.

Line a colander with cheese cloth and place in large bowl

Set aside

Use non reactive pot and utensils 

8 c cold whole pasteurized milk (not ultra pasteurized)

3 T (or more if necessary for curdling) white vinegar  

Salt according to your preference (I used 1/2 t)

Over medium low heat bring milk to 185 degrees, stirring constantly

This takes about 20 minutes 

Add vinegar, lightly stir, reduce heat to simmer 

Curds should form immediately 

Simmer 1 minute 

Remove from heat

Salt

Cover

Let sit 20 minutes 

Use slotted spoon to remove most of the curds

Carefully pour liquid into cheese cloth covered colander 

Lift up cheese cloth

Carefully drain liquid from bowl

Add curds back to cheesecloth 

Replace cheese cloth in colander and drain an additional 10 min

Remove ricotta to bowl with lid and refrigerate 

Use within 3 days for maximum flavor

You will make the best Lasagna or Rigatoni ever!!

Air Fryer Feta Stuffed Fresh Figs Bacon Wrapped

Psalm 150:6

    [6] Let everything that has breath praise the LORD!

    Praise the LORD!

Preheat 2 minutes 

Air fry 450 degrees for 20-25 minutes 

Until bacon is crispy 

15 Ripe figs, split in half

Regular Hickory smoked bacon, cut in half

Feta cheese, cut to fit split fig

Coarse Black pepper for top of Stuffed fig

Glaze 

2 T Maple syrup 

1 t Balsamic vinegar 

1/2 t Black strap Molasses 

Mix and set aside to brush wrapped figs

Homemade Cottage Cheese

Psalm 130:7-8

    [7] O Israel, hope in the LORD!

        For with the LORD there is steadfast love,

        and with him is plentiful redemption. 

    [8] And he will redeem Israel

        from all his iniquities.

I've always wanted to make homemade cottage cheese

This was a success 

Creamy and delicious 

Part 1

1 gal whole milk

3/4 c white vinegar

Part 2

1 t kosher salt 

1/2 c heavy cream( optional but it makes it so creamy)

Pour milk into large heavy pot

Heat on medium low heat to 190 degrees, stirring often to keep milk from scalding

If milk doesn't reach 190 degrees it will not curdle

Once milk reaches 190 degrees, remove from heat

Add vinegar in thirds stirring with wooden spoon 

It should curdle immediately 

Rest, covered, 30 minutes 

Prepare a colander and large bowl

Line with colander with cheesecloth and set in bowl

After the 30 minute rest, use a slotted spoon to to dip out solids into the cheesecloth lined colander

Rest another 30 minutes 

Remove cheesecloth with the curds

Squeeze out liquid while you run cold water over cheesecloth ball

Set in another bowl

Loosely separate curds 

Add salt and slightly stir 

Add cream 2 T at a time to add creaminess 

Chill, cover and serve after 1 hour

Should last 5-7 days

Mine will last 5 days because my milk expires the end of the month

Easy Cheese Straw Crackers

Revelation 22:17

[17] The Spirit and the Bride say, “Come.” And let the one who hears say, “Come.” And let the one who is thirsty come; let the one who desires take the water of life without price.

4 oz freshly grated white cheddar 

3 & 1/2 oz freshly grated mild cheddar

1/2 oz freshly grated Parmesan 

1 & 1/2 stick room temp butter

1/2 t salt

1/2 t garlic granules 

1/2 t red pepper flakes 

2 c AP flour

Cream butter and cheeses with mixer 

Add seasonings

Add flour a little at a time 

Pat into 4 equal size logs

Place in plastic wrap

Freeze 30 minutes 

Preheat oven 350 degrees

For baking use large sheet pan lined with parchment 

Using sharp knife, slice each log fairly thin

Each log should make a pan full of straws

Leave a little space in between each straw

Bake 15 minutes

Bake one pan full at a time

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Philly Cheese Steak Poutine

Psalm 69:30

    [30] I will praise the name of God with a song;

        I will magnify him with thanksgiving.

An ej original recipe!

 

 

1 c Left over steak, sliced into thin small chunks

3 servings Shoestring Fries, air fried

Set aside

Gravy 

1 t olive Oil

1/2 of a Onion, sliced 

1 t Roasted garlic 

Pinch red pepper flakes 

Pinch thyme, rosemary, oregano 

1/2 t of wood fired garlic seasoning 

Pinch of salt and pepper

1 t Worcestershire sauce

1-1/2 c beef broth

Stir fry onions, garlic and seasonings in oil.

Add steak. 

Add broth and Worcestershire sauce.

Reduce and thicken with cornstarch slurry.

Add cheese, melt in microwave.

Garnish with green onions.

 

Garnish

1 c Cheese mix

Cheddar 

Smoked Gouda

Extreme cheddar 

Green onions

Slightly Spicy Smoked Pimento Cheese

Genesis 1:27

    [27] So God created man in his own image,

        in the image of God he created him;

        male and female he created them.

An ej original recipe!

3/4 c smoked Cheddar 

3/4 c Colby 

1/2 c sharp White Cheddar 

Freshly shredded cheese is best!!

1/4 c chopped Green onions

1/8 c Mayo up to a 1/4 c

1/8 c Spread cream cheese up to a 1/4 c

Salt and pepper

1 t Sugar

1/8 c diced Roasted red pepper

5 slices diced pickled Jalapeño 

1 t juice of pickled Jalapeño 

Big Pinch Aleppo pepper

Mix well.

The amount of Mayo and cream cheese is according to how moist you would like your Pimento cheese.

Refrigerate.

Serve on crackers, taco chips, burgers, sandwiches etc!!

Bourbon Steak and Gravy Poutine

2 Thessalonians 2:3-4

[3] Let no one deceive you in any way. For that day will not come, unless the rebellion comes first, and the man of lawlessness is revealed, the son of destruction, [4] who opposes and exalts himself against every so-called god or object of worship, so that he takes his seat in the temple of God, proclaiming himself to be God.

Left over Filet steak, cut into bite size pieces

Fried potatoes 

1 sliced thin Vidalia Onion

Gravy

Fried potatoes

4 microwaved Yukon Gold medium potatoes 

Peanut oil

2 minutes each side

Green onions for topping

Poutine Gravy 

1/2 t Beef stock

1 c Beef

1 t Olive oil

1 t roasted garlic 

1 t Flour

1 Onion

1 T Bourbon 

Fry potatoes.

Season with seasoned salt and garlic granules.

Make steak gravy.

Layer potatoes, meat and gravy then cheese and top with green onions.

Sour cream. Optional