Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos

Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos

25 jalapenos
1 package cream cheese
1 package bacon
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder

45 minutes @ 375

1. Cut the jalapenos in half length wise and scoop out the insides (the more seeds you leave in the spicier they will be).

2. In a bowl mix together the cream cheese and spices. Fill the jalapeno halves with the cream cheese mixture.

3. Wrap the jalapenos in half a strip of bacon and bake for 45 minutes at 375.

Mushroom Burgers

Mushroom Burgers

2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp black pepper
3 cloves garlic
Portobello mushrooms (2-4)

1. Mince the cloves of garlic. Add the garlic and pepper to the oil.

2. Remove the stems of the mushrooms and brush the oil mixture lightly onto both sides of the mushroom.

3. Cook on the grill for about 10 minutes (more if they are thicker or you are cooking a lot at once).

4. Put on a bun with your favourite burger toppings and serve with homemade fries :)

Nusstangerl

Nusstangerl

140g ground nuts (I used almonds)
120g sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp vanilla

20-25 min @ 350

1. Mix the sugar and ground nuts together.

2. Add in the egg and vanilla and stir everything together until mixed well.

3. Line a 9"x9" pan with parchment paper and evenly spread the mix on top. (make sure it is well lined or the mix with stick to your pan)

4. Bake for 20-25 minutes at 350. Once it has cooled a bit score gently into 16 pieces.

-recipe from In Memory's Kitchen: A Legacy from the Women of Terezin (some adjustments made)-

French Onion Soup

French Onion Soup

2 medium yellow onions (or enough for 1lb)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
2 litres vegetable broth
1 tsp sugar
salt + pepper + thyme

crusty bread
mozzarella cheese

1. Thinly slice the onion and cook it in a pot over medium heat until soft and clear.

2. Add the spoon of sugar and salt + pepper to taste and continue to heat until the onions begin to caramelize.

3. Add the broth, small pinch of thyme and minced garlic and bring the soup to a boil.

4. Fill a bowl with the soup and place a slice of bread with cheese on top. Stick under the broiler in the oven for about a minute until the cheese has melted.