Apple Butter Demi Steak With Rosemary Potatoes And Bacon Asiago Brussels Sprouts Food

HOMEMADE APPLE BUTTER

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Combine the apples, cider, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, cloves and salt in a Dutch oven or large, heavy pot and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, partially covered, until the apples are very tender, about 25 minutes. Turn off the heat and puree using an immersion blender or in batches in a regular blender (be careful when blending hot liquids).
• Transfer the pot to the oven. Bake, uncovered, stirring every 20 minutes so that the bottom does not burn, until the mixture is very thick and a rich brown caramel color, about 3 hours. Cool completely.

AIR-FRYER GARLIC-ROSEMARY BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Preheat air fryer to 350°. Place first 4 ingredients in a small microwave-safe bowl; microwave on high 30 seconds., Toss Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons oil mixture. Place Brussels sprouts on tray in air-fryer basket; cook 4-5 minutes. Stir sprouts. Cook until sprouts are lightly browned and near desired tenderness, about 8 minutes longer, stirring halfway through cooking time., Toss bread crumbs with rosemary and remaining oil mixture; sprinkle over sprouts. Continue cooking until crumbs are browned and sprouts are tender, 3-5 minutes. Serve immediately.

SUPREME APPLE BUTTER

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, bring apple juice concentrate, apple cider, and Macintosh apples to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Stirring occasionally, simmer uncovered about 1 hour, until apples are easily mashed.
• Mix dark brown sugar, apple brandy, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves into the apple mixture. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Transfer to sealed sterile containers, and cool at least 1 hour before serving.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON AND APPLE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Arrange bacon in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Bake until browned, 10 minutes. Add Brussels sprouts in a single layer; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast until they begin to brown, about 15 minutes.
• Remove from oven, and toss in apple. Return to oven; roast until Brussels sprouts are browned and tender and apple has softened, 10 to 15 minutes.
• Toss vegetables with vinegar, and serve immediately.

APPLE BUTTER

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter and add apples. Cook apples until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Add cider, bring to a boil, and reduce heat to a simmer. Let simmer, partially covered and stirring occasionally, until soft, about 30 minutes.
• Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Mash softened apples with a potato masher. Remove from heat and add lemon juice, lemon zest, and cinnamon. Using an immersion blender, puree mixture until smooth.
• Pour apple mixture evenly into a baking dish. Transfer to oven and bake, stirring occasionally, until thickened and reduced, about 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Let cool before serving. Apple butter may be kept, refrigerated in an airtight container, up to 5 days.

GARLIC ASIAGO MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Cook potatoes in boiling water for 12-15 minutes or until fork-tender; drain.
• Mash potatoes using a potato masher or ricer.
• Add the warmed milk, sour cream, butter, salt, white pepper, and garlic, mixing well.
• Sprinkle in the shredded cheese and scallions, stirring until cheese starts to melt and incorporate.
• Serve hot.

ASIAGO, POTATO, AND BACON GRATIN

Steps:

• Put potatoes in a saucepan; cover with water; bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes or until almost tender; drain.
• Sprinkle potatoes evenly with 1/4 teaspoon salt; set aside and keep warm.
• Heat a saucepan coated with non-stick cooking spray over medium heat.
• Add in the shallots; stir/saute for 2 minutes or until tender.
• Sprinkle flour over shallots.
• Gradually add 1/2 cup milk and stir with a whisk until well blended.
• Gradually add 1 1/2 cups milk and stir with a whisk.
• Cook over medium heat for about 9 minutes,stirring frequently until thick.
• Take pan from heat source and add in 3/4 teaspoon salt, Asiago cheese, chives, pepper, and bacon; stir to combine.
• Place half the potatoes in an 8-inch square baking dish that has been coated with cooking spray.
• Pour half the cheese sauce over the potatoes.
• Top with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce.
• Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
• Bake in a 350° oven for about 35 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

APPLE BUTTER STEAK

Steps:

• Place the steak on a plate.
• Mix the remaining items together and rub 2 Tbs onto the steak, both sides.
• Marinate for 1/2 hour and then broil on an oven rack to your liking.
• Slice the steak across the grain of the meat and place the pieces in an oven proof dish.
• Pour the remaining sauce on top of the meat and place under th broiler for just a few moments, allowing it to glaze a bit Serve.

ASIAGO CHEESE BUTTER

Steps:

• Mix together ingredients until smooth.
• Chill until needed or roll in waxed paper into logs and chill or freeze until needed.
• Use on breads, steaks, chicken, chops, hot vegetables, etc.