Easy and Delicious Recipes
This authentic recipe has been named after the famous Mount Vesuvius Volcano in Campania, Italy. Some also believe this dish is named thus because it was first served in a restaurant in the Vesuvio district of Chicago. The chicken Vesuvio recipe is one of the Read More
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Rice Krispie treats can go wrong in two directions: dry and crumbly, or so sticky that they stretch instead of holding their shape. This recipe lands in the middle. Seven cups of crispy rice cereal are coated with 16 ounces of marshmallows and six tablespoons of salted butter, giving the bars a soft chew with plenty of crunch.
The ratio helps, but the method matters just as much. Keep the heat low, take the marshmallows off the stove before they have completely melted, and press the mixture into the pan gently. Those three details keep the treats light instead of hard and compact.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Cooling time: 30 minutes
Yield: 24 treats
Line a 9 x 13-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang to lift out the treats later. Lightly grease the parchment and the sides of the pan. Measure the cereal into a large bowl so it is ready as soon as the marshmallows melt.
Place the butter in a large pot and melt it over low heat. Swirl or stir occasionally so it melts evenly without browning.
Add the marshmallows and stir frequently over low heat. When most have melted but a few soft lumps remain, remove the pot from the burner. Continue stirring off the heat until the mixture is smooth. The remaining warmth will finish melting the marshmallows without overheating them.
Immediately pour the marshmallow mixture over the cereal. Fold with a silicone spatula until the cereal is evenly coated and no dry pockets remain. Stop mixing once everything comes together so the cereal does not become crushed.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Use a lightly greased spatula or a piece of parchment paper to ease it into an even layer. Press only firmly enough to fill the corners. Packing it down hard will make the treats dense.
Leave the pan at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. Lift out the slab using the parchment, then cut it into 24 squares. For cleaner cuts, lightly grease the knife and wipe it between slices.
The familiar cereal-box recipe uses less butter and marshmallow for a similar amount of cereal, which can produce thinner, drier bars. Here, 16 ounces of marshmallows provide enough coating for seven cups of cereal without turning the treats gummy. Six tablespoons of salted butter soften the sweetness and give the mixture enough richness without leaving it greasy.
A 9 x 13-inch pan also gives the bars enough height to feel substantial. An 8- or 9-inch square pan is better for the smaller batch below.
High heat is usually the problem. Marshmallows are mostly sugar, and cooking them too aggressively creates a hotter, stickier mixture that sets much firmer as it cools. Melt them slowly and finish stirring them away from the burner.
How the mixture goes into the pan matters too. Pressing hard crushes the cereal and removes the small air pockets that give the bars their lighter texture. Level the top, but do not compact it.
Fresh marshmallows also melt more smoothly. An opened or older bag may look fine but can produce a thick mixture that is difficult to spread.
Measure marshmallows by weight when possible because cup measurements vary with their size and brand. Mini marshmallows melt faster, but standard marshmallows work just as well. If using large ones, stir patiently rather than increasing the heat.
Salted butter keeps the bars from tasting flat or overly sweet. European-style butter gives a slightly richer flavor, but it is not necessary. Any good salted butter will work.
Kellogg’s Rice Krispies give the recipe its familiar flavor, but another crisp rice cereal can be used. Texture varies between brands, so fold gently and avoid automatically adding extra cereal. The finished mixture should be thoroughly coated but still easy to spread.
Prepare the pan and measure the cereal before starting. Place the butter in a very large microwave-safe bowl and heat it for about 30 seconds, or until mostly melted.
Add the marshmallows and microwave for 45 seconds. Stir thoroughly, scraping the bottom of the bowl. If the marshmallows are still too firm to stir smooth, continue heating in 15-second intervals. Stop as soon as the mixture comes together because overheating can make the finished bars hard.
Fold in the cereal, spread the mixture gently in the prepared pan, and cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting.
For an 8- or 9-inch square pan, use:
Follow the same instructions. An 8-inch pan will produce thicker squares, while treats made in a 9-inch pan will be a little thinner.
Keep Rice Krispie treats in an airtight container at room temperature. They have the best texture during the first three days, although they can be kept for up to five days. Place parchment or wax paper between layers so they do not stick together.
Avoid refrigerating them for routine storage because the cold firms the butter and makes the bars feel harder. For longer storage, wrap individual squares tightly and freeze them in an airtight container for up to six weeks. Let them thaw at room temperature while still wrapped.
Standard Kellogg’s Rice Krispies are not considered gluten-free because they contain barley malt flavoring. To make gluten-free marshmallow treats, choose a crispy rice cereal labeled gluten-free and check the labels on the marshmallows and cooking spray as well.
For another quick dessert that does not need the oven, try these white chocolate Oreo truffles. If you are in the mood for an easy baked bar instead, these chocolate chip cookie bars use a boxed cake mix and only a few ingredients.
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This Beijing Beef Panda Express Recipe is nice, delicious, simple, and cheaper than Panda Express. Also, you can always try and make things a little different with copycat recipes, and quite often, it turns out even better than the original.
Preparing the Beef with Batter:
Preparing the Sauce: 3. In a separate bowl, mix all sauce ingredients together.
Coating the Beef: 4. Put cornflour in a bag or another bowl.
Frying the Beef: 7. Pour a generous amount of oil into a deep pan or wok.
Stir-Frying the Veggies: 11. In a hot wok with some oil, stir-fry onions and bell pepper until they have a nice brown edge.
Combining Everything: 13. With the wok on medium-high heat, pour in the sauce mixture. Let it simmer until it thickens a bit.
Serving: 15. Transfer everything to a serving plate.
Like most recipes at Panda Express, the meat is first dipped in batter and deep-fried. To replicate their famous Beijing sauce, I changed the recipe a few times to achieve the right blend of flavors and aromas.
This sauce has an overwhelming list of ingredients, but don’t let this stop you from making it as the final taste will totally win you over. It’s so nice that you’ll want to make it again and again.
Fortunately, you can prepare a big portion of the sauce and refrigerate it to use it later when you want to make any Beijing meat recipe (chicken, beef, etc). It’s a matter of preference.
Beijing sauce features fermented ingredients that work in conjunction to yield a nice blend of sweet, sour, and savor flavors. The taste is incredibly versatile and you can even use it as a dip in side dishes.
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Beef stock or “consomme,” as it is known in the culinary world, is rich and multidimensional beef broth. You can use veal and make your own homemade stock for best results. If you are in a hurry though, you may use its store-bought counterpart.
When you prepare beef stock at home, some proteins from the meat dissolve poorly in the liquids and result in a murky or dark appearance. After the water reaches a certain high temperature, these proteins stick together and rise to the upper surface.
When you properly monitor this procedure these clotted proteins will all rise to the outer surface, revealing totally clear stock.
Base:
1 lb (450 g) ground beef (veal preferred for a lighter flavor)
20 cups (5 quarts) cold veal or beef stock
8 oz egg whites
Mirepoix:
8 oz white onion, finely chopped
4 oz celery, finely chopped
4 oz carrots, finely chopped
8 oz tomatoes (canned or fresh), chopped
6 stems fresh parsley, chopped
Seasonings:
2 whole cloves
1 bay leaf
Pinch of dried thyme
½ tsp crushed black pepper
Start with Cold, Rich Stock
Use a flavorful beef or veal stock that’s cold. If your stock tastes weak, reduce it by simmering until it’s rich, then cool completely. Skim off any excess fat.
Prepare the Clarifying Mixture
In a large stockpot, combine the ground beef or veal, mirepoix vegetables, tomatoes, egg whites, herbs, and spices. Mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon or whisk.
Add the Stock
Gradually pour in the cold stock, stirring to fully incorporate it with the meat and vegetable mixture.
Bring to a Simmer
Place the pot over low heat and slowly bring it to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
As it heats, the proteins in the meat and egg whites will rise to the surface, forming the “raft” that will clarify the broth.
Simmer Gently
Once simmering, stop stirring. Reduce the heat so it stays at a gentle simmer—never a rolling boil, as that can break the raft and cloud the consommé. Let it cook uncovered for about 1½ hours.
Strain the Consommé
Carefully ladle or siphon the clear liquid from beneath the raft into another pot. Strain it through several layers of cheesecloth to remove any remaining particles.
Degrease the Surface
Skim any remaining fat from the top using a ladle or blot gently with strips of brown paper (they absorb fat without soaking up much liquid).
Taste & Adjust Seasoning
Season with kosher salt to taste—its purity gives a cleaner flavor than table salt.
Storage:
Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Serving Tip:
Consommé is best served hot, garnished with fresh herbs or thinly sliced vegetables for a refined presentation.
Pin this recipe to your favorite soup board so you can make this elegant French consommé anytime.
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