Mascarpone Potatoes

Heb.10:9-14
9 then he added, "Behold, I have come to do your will." He does away with the first in order to establish the second. 
10 And by that will we have been sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all. 
11 And every priest stands daily at his service, offering repeatedly the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins. 
12 But when Christ had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God, 
13 waiting from that time until his enemies should be made a footstool for his feet. 
14 For by a single offering he has perfected for all time those who are being sanctified.

10 Potatoes (boiled until fork tender)
4 oz Mascarpone
1/2 c half and half
1 T butter
1/2 t garlic powder
1/2 t pepper
1 T smoked salt
2 T fresh parsley

Boil potatoes, adding the garlic, salt, pepper, and butter until tender. Drain off most of the water. Add the half and half and the parsley. Mash until smooth.

Savory Cheese and Pepper Jelly

                                                                                                   
Lam.3:21-26

21 But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: 
22 The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; 
23 they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. 
24 "The LORD is my portion," says my soul, "therefore I will hope in him." 
25 The LORD is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him. 
26 It is good that one should wait quietly for the salvation of the LORD.



12 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup heavy cream
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 t chopped chives
1/2 t minced garlic
1 teaspoon smoked salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black
I jar of pepper jelly

Crackers, for serving

Directions
Place the cream cheese in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and whip until it is firm like whipped cream. With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Beat on high speed until the mixture is very thick.

Line a 6-inch wire strainer with a few layers of cheesecloth, allowing the excess to drape over the sides. Place in a larger bowl. Pour the cream mixture into the cheesecloth and smooth the top with a rubber spatula. Fold the excess cheesecloth over the top of the cream. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.

When ready to serve, un-mold the creme upside down onto a plate and pour the pepper jelly over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides. Serve chilled with crackers.

Recipe inspired by Ina Garten

Dried Cherry Jalapeño Pecan Cheese Ball

                                                                                                                 

Jude 1:18-19

18 They said to you, "In the last time there will be scoffers, following their own ungodly passions."
19 It is these who cause divisions, worldly people, devoid of the Spirit.

1 pkg.  (8 oz. Cream Cheese, softened
1 pkg.  (8 oz.) Shredded Sharp White Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
1/4 tsp. Pumpkin pie spice
1/2 minced fresh jalapeno
1/2 cup finely chopped Pecans, toasted
Pecans for coating ball

Mix until well blended. Shape into ball, chill for 2 hours.
Roll in toasted pecans before serving.

Glazed Chicken over Basmati Rice

                                                                                                                     


2 Tim.4:1-2

1 I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom:
2 preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching.

10 chicken tenderloins salted and peppered
2 T olive oil
1 leek sliced
Sliced Mushrooms (optional)
Pat of butter
1/2 t garlic salt
1c chicken stock
1t Cornstarch, for thickening
Fresh chopped basil

1 c cooked Basmati rice

Brown chicken, remove from pan. Sauté garlic seasoned leeks and mushrooms in butter. Add chicken and stock. Take the cornstarch, add it to 1/2 c cold water, stir with fork to dissolve. Add to stock and simmer until it thickens. Serve over rice.

Whiskey Reduction Seared Chops

                                                                                                                           


Galatians 3:22 But the Scripture declares that the whole world is a prisoner of sin, so that what was promised, being given through faith in Jesus Christ, might be given to those who believe.

2 Bone in pork chops
Smoky paprika
Seasoned meat tenderizer
Splash of Whiskey
Dijon mustard

Pound chops and season both sides with smoky paprika, meat tenderizer, and a splash of whiskey. Add 1 T of olive oil to skillet and sear chops, flip and add another splash of whiskey.  Add 1 t Dijon and 1/2 c water just before you put under broiler. Broil 10 minutes on each side. Spoon reduction on chops. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.