The Recipes with Rae Podcast

All You Need to Know about Chia Seeds

Egg Substitutes Episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-x6qi5-126fca1 
 
Sources: https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/food-features/chia-seeds/
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-health-benefits-of-chia-seeds#TOC_TITLE_HDR_4    
https://www.eatingwell.com/chia-seeds-benefits-8628392    
https://www.thespruceeats.com/what-are-chia-seeds-1328629    
https://www.thespruceeats.com/gluten-free-chia-seeds-and-flour-1451166    
https://www.thespruceeats.com/substitute-for-eggs-in-a-recipe-3378601    
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dysphagia/symptoms-causes/syc-20372028      
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Music: YouTube Audio Library: "Fortaleza" by Topher Mohr and Alex Elena  
 
*DISCLAIMER: this is not medical advise and should not be taken as such  

Homemade Mac n Cheese Recipe - for Big Kids

You're never too old to enjoy warm, creamy, cheesy mac 'n' cheese
 
From the America's Family Favorites Best of Home Cooking cookbook
 
Links*
cookbook - https://amzn.to/3IhmGrf
dutch oven - https://amzn.to/3uWeXM6
 
What You'll Need:
-6 T butter, divided
-1/2 cup minced onion
-3 T flour
-2 3/4 c cold milk (I said 2 2/3 cup in the video…)
-1/4 tsp dried thyme
-pinch of nutmeg
-pinch of cayenne pepper
-salt and pepper to taste
-2 heaping cup of dried pasta
-8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
-4 oz shredded Gruyere (or plain Swiss), cheese
-2/3 cup bread crumbs
 
What You'll Do:
1. melt 4 T butter in medium dutch oven; add minced onion and sauté until onion is translucent (but not brown) 1a. put on a pot of water, to boil, for our pasta
2. stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes; whisk in cold milk; stir until the mixture comes to a simmer and thicken slightly
2a. once your pasta water comes to a boil, salt your water; add pasta and cook one minute less than al dente
3. turn off heat! stir in thyme, nutmeg, and cayenne; add in salt and pepper to taste; stir in shredded cheeses; preheat oven to 350 degree F
4. drain your cooked pasta; add it to your cheese sauce and mix well; if desired, melt the 2 remaining tablespoons of butter and mix in the bread crumbs - sprinkle evenly oven you mac n cheese
5. bake for 40-45 minutes, or until bubbly
6. enjoy!
 
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#macncheese #dutchoven #macaroniandcheese

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta Recipe

Original Recipe: https://simplyhomecooked.com/creamy-tuscan-chicken-pasta/#recipe
 
What You'll Need:
- 2 T olive oil
- 2 pounds of chicken (I used thighs)
- salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 garlic cloves 
- 3 cups heavy cream (I used 1.5 cups whole milk and 1.5 cups cream)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 lb penne pasta
 
What You'll Do:
1. In a large skillet or sauté pan, add the olive oil, season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides, and cook over medium-high heat 1a. set a pot of water on the stove, to boil, for our pasta
2. set the chicken aside to cool, then dice them up into cubes.
3. back in the pan sauté the butter, minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes (oil drained, diced) and spinach over medium heat
4. once the spinach has wilted, add the milk/cream and let it come to a simmer
4a. once your pasta water is boiling, add pasta and cook according to direction on package
5. remove from heat and add the salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan cheese.
6. add your cooked hot penne pasta and cubes chicken back in. Give it a quick stir
7. serve and enjoy!
 
#creamypasta #tuscanchicken #quickeasymeals

Toaster vs Toaster Oven: Which Should You Get

APOLOGIES! My microphone didn't capture the audio, so you are listening to the camera audio. Thankfully it's still ok-ish audio. We'll get 'em next time!
 
 
Links*:
Our Place Wonder Oven: https://amzn.to/3UXtEaT
New version of my toaster oven: https://amzn.to/4ax8NAZ
Wolf Gourmet toaster oven: https://amzn.to/4afjNCQ
SMEG toasters: https://amzn.to/3ycNqXT
 
 
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Sources:
https://www.homesandgardens.com/kitchens/toaster-vs-toaster-oven
https://thekitchencommunity.org/toaster-vs-toaster-oven-whats-the-difference/
https://www.thespruceeats.com/toaster-vs-toaster-oven-6892316
https://home.howstuffworks.com/toaster.htm
 
 
Scripture:
Psalm 139: 23, 24
Search me, O God, and know my heart!
Try me and know my thoughts!
And see if there be any grievous way in me,
and lead me in the way everlasting!
 
 
Music:
YouTube Audio Library: "Fortaleza" by Topher Mohr and Alex Elena
 
 
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St. Patrick's Day: A Very Brief History of Corned Beef & Cabbage

Irish Cheddar and Cabbage Hashbrowns: https://youtu.be/uIskVSCAvew?si=k8XYipaItYaSJTn8
 
Sources:
https://brentsdeli.com/blog/is-corned-beef-and-cabbage-really-irish/#:~:text=The%20Irish%20immigrants%20also%20realized,was%20reminiscent%20of%20their%20homeland
https://butcherboymarket.com/know-how-articles/the-tasty-history-of-corned-beef-and-st-patricks-day/
https://www.lancasterfarming.com/country-life/food-and-recipes/why-do-we-eat-corned-beef-and-cabbage-on-st-patricks-day/article_465bc70f-ce94-571c-8bd1-d561e7aff254.html
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/is-corned-beef-really-irish-2839144/
https://www.delish.com/food/a38939/history-corned-beef-st-patricks-day-foods/
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Patrick
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Saint-Patricks-Day
https://www.thespruceeats.com/how-to-cook-corned-beef-2215826
https://www.britannica.com/topic/corned-beef
https://www.nytimes.com/2016/03/18/dining/corned-beef-and-cabbage-not-so-irish-historians-say.html
how to cook corned beef: https://www.thespruceeats.com/how-to-cook-corned-beef-2215826
 

What is Pumpkin Pie Spice?

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3vwyNvDfJaQ
 
Recipes:
Pumpkin cupcakes with whipped cream cheese frosting - https://youtu.be/oLazXLZmWpA
Pumpkin pancakes - https://youtu.be/QEV1LffzhpM
Pumpkin spice granola - https://youtu.be/QY_ScWgEr5s
Pumpkin bread - https://youtu.be/ynq8OQicW1A
Pumpkin whip - https://youtu.be/OSUEwxnIBmQ
Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies - https://youtu.be/rDU6dvVzfyI
 
Sources:
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pumpkin_pie_spice
https://www.mccormick.com/spices-and-flavors/herbs-and-spices/spices/pumpkin-pie-spice
https://worldspice.com/products/pumpkin-pie-spice
https://www.webstaurantstore.com/blog/1502/get-ready-for-pumpkin-flavored-everything.html#:~:text=Pumpkin%20spice%2C%20also%20known%20as,of%20the%20spices%20listed%20above.
https://therecipecritic.com/homemade-pumpkin-pie-spice/#lunch
https://www.pepper-spray-store.com/pages/mace-cooking
https://bitingatthebits.com/homemade-pumpkin-pie-spice/#tasty-recipes-16069-jump-target
https://www.thesaison.com/artandartists/amelia-simmons-pompkin-pie
#pumpkinpiespice #psl #pumpkinspice #pumpkinspicerecipe #recipeswithrae #podcast

Decluttering My Cookbooks

10 New Year’s Resolutions for a Clean, Efficient, Minimal, and Organized Kitchen in 2024

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Scripture:
Proverbs 17: 27, 28 "A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even-tempered. Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent; with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent."    
 
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#kitchen #organization #cooking #groceries #food #baking #cleaning #minimal 

My 2023 Christmas Dinner and Desserts Review

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Scripture:
Genesis 1:1
"In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth."
 
 
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double chocolate brownie mix | leave out the pecans next time | gifts in jars

From: "Brownies in a Jar" by Jackie Gannaway
 
Links*
Jar: https://amzn.to/46J8L6X
 
Double Chocolate Brownie Mix in a Jar
What you’ll need:
-2 cups sugar
-3/4 cup chocolate chips
-3/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
-1 cup flour
-4 - 1" squares of unsweetened baking chocolate
 
What you’ll do:
1. Layer ingredients in order given in a 1 quart "wide mouth" canning jar. Press firmly in place.
2. Place flour into a thin sandwich baggie to keep it from sifting through the nuts.
3. Cut chocolate squares in half to make 8 pieces 1" × 1/2" Place chocolate pieces on top of flour.
4. Use lid of jar to press chocolate squares firmly into place.
 
Instructions for your gift recipient:
Double Chocolate Brownies
1. Remove chocolate squares from jar. Set aside.
2. Empty mix into large mixing bowl. Empty flour from baggie and discard baggie. Blend.
3. Add: 2 sticks butter or margarine, not diet, melted 4 eggs 2 tsp. vanilla (opt.)
4. Melt chocolate squares in microwave for 30 seconds. Stir well and continue to microwave 10 seconds at a time, stirring until completely melted. (Can melt in a pan over very low heat.)
5. Mix melted chocolate into batter.
6. Pour batter into sprayed 9" × 13" pan.
7. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes.
8. Cool. Cut into squares.
Makes 24 -30 brownies.
 
 
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