Kittencals Garlic Onion Dip Food

KITTENCAL'S ONION PATTIES/LATKES

Steps:

• Chop the onions finely (I chop them about 1/4-inch) then place into a bowl.
• In another large bowl mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, seasoning salt, cayenne, garlic powder (if using) and a small amount of black pepper; mix to combine well.
• Add in the milk and whisk until thoroughly combined (the batter will be thick!).
• Add in the chopped onions and green onions and mix with a wooden spoon until combined.
• In a large non-stick frypan, heat a small amount of oil to medium-hot, adding in more oil as needed as the patties will absorb too much oil if you add in a large amount of oil at one time.
• Drop the batter from a tablespoon (no more than about a tablespoon!) into about 1/2-inch of hot oil (I slide the batter off using off another spoon).
• Flatten slightly with the spoon or spatula.
• Sprinkle with a little salt.
• Fry until crispy and brown on both sides.
• **NOTE** these tend to hold a bit of oil so drain well on paper towels.

KITTENCAL'S CROCK POT FRENCH DIP ROAST

Steps:

• Trim all visible fat from the roast then using a fork poke deep holes all over the meat.
• Place the beef roast in the crock pot.
• In a bowl combine the soy sauce, beef broth, black pepper, thyme, onion powder or onion flakes and fresh garlic or garlic powder; pour the mixture over the roast.
• Place the bay leaf into the crock pot.
• Add in enough water to almost cover the roast then mix to combine.
• Cover and cook on HIGH setting for 2 hours.
• Reduce the setting to LOW and continue to cook for about 5 hours more or until the meat is very tender.
• After cooking skim off the fat that has accumulated on the top.
• Remove the gravy and reserve.
• Discard the bay leaf.
• Shred the meat with a fork or slice thinly.
• Divide/pile the meat onto the rolls; serve as sandwiches, then serve the reserved broth for a dipping.

KITTENCAL'S ONION AND GARLIC HAMBURGERS/BURGERS

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients together using clean hands adding in a small amount of breadcrumbs or crushed cracker crumbs ONLY if needed to hold the mixture together.
• Shape into six patties.
• Place the patties onto a large plate; cover and refrigerate for 6-24 or more hours.
• Before cooking the patties make an indent using your finger into the middle of each patty (this will reduce any shrinkage and prevent the patties from puffing up like a meatball when cooking).
• Grill, broil or fry until completely cooked through.

KITTENCAL'S VEGETABLE PLATTER WITH BLUE CHEESE DIP

Steps:

• For the dip; in a food processor combine all ingredients except Tabasco, buttermilk and veggies until smooth (adjusting the processing time for a smooth or semi-chunky texture).
• Add in buttermilk, start with 1 tablespoon adding in more until desired consistency is achieved.
• Add in Tabasco to taste and adjust ingredients to taste if desired.
• Place the dip in a round glass serving bowl; cover and refrigerate for minimum 3 hours.
• TO ASSEMBLE; place 1 to 2 lettuce leaves in the center of a extra large serving platter, then place the dip bowl onto the leaves.
• Arrange each veggie around the edges of an extra large round serving platter, place bread sticks in between each pile of veggies to separate.

KITTENCAL'S MEXI GROUND BEEF GUACAMOLE SEVEN-LAYER DIP

Steps:

• Prepare a 13 x 9-inch glass dish (or use a similar serving dish).
• In a skillet brown the ground beef with onion, garlic and jalapeno peppers (if using) until browned; drain fat then add in the taco seasoning; cook stirring for 1 minute or a little more, season with salt and pepper to taste; set mixture aside to cool slightly.
• In a bowl mix together the sour cream with taco seasoning (start with 1 tablespoon adding in more to taste).
• Spread the refried beans in the bottom of the baking dish.
• Sprinkle about 2 cups Mexi-blend shredded cheese on top of the beans.
• Sprinkle the warm cooked ground beef mixture evenly on top of the cheese.
• Spread the sour cream over the ground beef.
• Dollop or spread the guacamole carefully over the sour cream.
• Pour the salsa over the guacamole and then spread out as best you can using a spoon.
• Sprinkle with remaining 2 cups shredded cheese (can use more).
• Top with sliced or chopped black olives.
• This can be served immediately or chill it for up to 24 hours (it is better served right away!).
• Delicious!

ROASTED GARLIC, ONION AND RED BELL PEPPER DIP

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F. Place garlic and onion, cut side down, on small baking sheet. Brush with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Bake until onion is tender and garlic is golden and tender, turning over halfway through baking, about 30 minutes. Cool.
• Char red bell pepper over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Wrap in paper bag and let stand 10 minutes to steam. Peel and seed pepper. Chop coarsely.
• Squeeze garlic from skin. Cut each onion half into quarters. Place garlic, onion, red bell pepper and next 4 ingredients in processor and blend well. Transfer to small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
• Preheat broiler. Place baguette slices on baking sheet. Brush with remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Broil until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Stir dip and serve with toasted baguette slices.