Monte Cristo Strata Nuwave Flavorwave Ovens Food

NUWAVE OVEN ROASTED PEPPERS NUWAVE/FLAVORWAVE OVENS

Steps:

• Wash, core and halve peppers
• Remove pepper seeds and pith
• Arrange pepper halves in shallow baking pan skin side up, quartering pepper(s) if necessary to fit one layer in pan
• Lightly brush or spray oil on skin side of pepper halves, for easier pepper skin removal after roasting
• Place baking pan on 4" rack
• Cook on High power 15 minutes
• (Pepper skins should blister and blacken in spots)
• Remove NuWave cover; use tongs to rearrange peppers skin side up in pan as necessary to ensure even roasting
• Re-cover and cook on High power additional 10 minutes or until pepper skins are fairly evenly roasted
• Leave peppers in pan in covered NuWave Oven about 30 minutes or until cool enough to handle (This step steams the peppers, completing the cooking process. Alternatively, using tongs immediately transfer roasted peppers to bowl and cover bowl with plastic wrap until cool enough to handle)
• Lay peppers on cutting board and slip off skins, scraping off any remaining skin with paring knife (Pepper skins remove easier while still warm, rather than chilled)
• Leave peppers halved, quartered or slice in strips to use as desired
• To freeze prepared peppers after skin removal, wrap cooled portions in plastic wrap, or separate layers with wax paper Place portions in a quart-size freezer bag or other freezer container
• Label bag or container and freeze.

MONTE CRISTO STRATA (NUWAVE-FLAVORWAVE OVENS)

Steps:

• In large Casserole baking dish, layer bottom with bread, one piece at a time to fill bottom of pan.
• Then add one layer of ham, when layer is complete add one slice of cheese until layer is complete. Repeat layers until casserole is up to casserole height (try to make sure last layer is with cheese.).
• Mix together: milk, Dijon, eggs, salt and pepper. Once mixed well, add to top of Strata making sure it is covered evenly. If there is excess on top, let drain into middle and side. (You can help this process.) The top will look soggy and the mixture will soak into the bread.
• The next morning, cook at HI for 10 minutes covered, then 1-15 minutes uncovered.
• Serve with strawberry jam.

MONTE CRISTOS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, salad dressing and Dijon mustard; spread over 1 side of each slice of bread. On 4 slices, layer the turkey, ham and Swiss cheese; top with remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, combine the eggs, cream and ground mustard. Dip sandwiches in egg mixture., On a griddle or large skillet, melt butter. Toast sandwiches over medium heat until bread is golden brown, 2-3 minutes on each side. Serve with preserves.

MONTE CRISTO STRATA

Steps:

• Heat oven to 375°F. Generously grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with shortening or cooking spray.
• Place layer of bread slices in bottom of baking dish. Brush with 2 tablespoons of the mustard. Top with half of the ham slices, then sprinkle with 1 cup of the shredded cheese and 1 tablespoon of the sage. Repeat layers, reserving last 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese.
• In large bowl, beat eggs with whisk, then add milk and ground pepper; beat to combine. Carefully and evenly pour egg mixture over layers in baking dish, making sure bread absorbs most of the liquid. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and 1 tablespoon fresh sage.
• Cover dish with sheet of greased foil. Let stand 30 minutes before baking.
• Bake about 35 minutes or until dish is baked through and bubbly. Remove foil, and bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese on top is lightly golden.
• Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

MONTE CRISTO SANDWICH

Steps:

• Spread mustard on bread. Layer 4 bread slices with Swiss cheese, ham, and cheese again. Place remaining bread slices on top.
• In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture, turning to coat well.
• In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. When butter is foamy, add the sandwiches, and cook, turning once, until golden brown on both sides, 6 to 8 minutes total. Serve immediately, dusted with confectioners' sugar.

MONTE CRISTO STRATA

Steps:

• In large Casserole baking dish, layer bottom with bread, one piece at a time to fill bottom of pan.
• Then add one layer of ham, when layer is complete add one slice of cheese until layer is complete. Repeat layers until casserole is up to casserole height (try to make sure last layer is with cheese.).
• Mix together: milk, Dijon, eggs, salt and pepper. Once mixed well, add to top of Strata making sure it is covered evenly. If there is excess on top, let drain into middle and side. (You can help this process.) The top will look soggy and the mixture will soak into the bread.
• The next morning, cook at 350°F for 20 minutes covered, then 25 minutes uncovered.
• Serve with strawberry jam.

BAKED CHICKEN AND STUFFING - NUWAVE/FLAVORWAVE OVENS

Steps:

• In a baking pan: place chicken & add slice of cheese to each breast.
• In seperate bowl combine chicken soup and 1/4 water. Place soup mixture on top of chicken and cheese.
• Then crunch up stuffing into small bits, add to chicken.
• The last step is to add the butter over the top (drizzle). This way the stuffing gets moist and crunchy. (cover with foil for the first 15-20 minutes. Remove the last 10 - 15 minutes so top will cook.
• Bake on HI for 30-35 minutes.

ROSEMARY THYME TURKEY BREAST - NUWAVE/FLAVORWAVE OVENS

Steps:

• Mix Rosemary, Thyme & garlic salt together. Dunk Turkey Breast in warm water for a minute or two. This will make the skin able to take rub.
• Place rub all over Turkey.
• Place in your Nuwave for 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours on high.
• Note, if Turkey starts to get brown, you can "flip it over" 3/4 of the way though cooking time. This will brown both sides of the Turkey.
• If you wish to cook one side, cover with foil if getting to brown.
• Check Turkey with therm. It should read 180 for well done, if lower cook an additional 10 minute Check again. Depending on how frozen, this is a guidline. Check after 1 hour to 1 1/2 hours.

EASY BAKED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU (NUWAVE/FLAVORWAVE OVENS)

Steps:

• Cook on high heat for 10 -12 minutes. (can also use chicken tenders). Lay out the pounded chicken breasts on a clean surface. Place a slice of ham on each piece, then one stick of cheese. Roll the chicken up around the cheese and ham, and secure with toothpicks. Dip each roll in melted butter, then roll in bread crumbs. Place on wire rack (lowest). Cook until Outiside of chicken is is browned (crispy) and juices run clear.
• Cook until chicken starts to become golden brown but not too dark! Remove lid asap. As it will keep cooking!

MONTE CRISTO STRATA

Steps:

• Spray a 9x13x2-inch baking pan with the non-stick cooking spray.
• In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, hot sauce, and dry mustard until well blended.
• Arrange as much of the bread pieces as you can in a single layer in the prepared pan. Top, in layers, with the turkey, ham, and 1/2 of the cheese. Top with the remaining bread pieces, and pour on the egg mixture, tilting the pan to make sure all the bread is coated. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
• The next day, when you are ready to cook, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. While the oven is preheating, take the strata out of the refrigerator, remove the plastic wrap, and let stand at room temperature until the oven is ready. Bake until puffed and golden, about 45 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing into squares.

ENGLISH MUFFINS BREAD MACHINE/NUWAVE/FLAVORWAVE OVEN

Steps:

• Start the dough cycle.
• When the cycle is finished.
• Sprinkle corn meal over your work area.
• Use your hands to pat the dough into a 1/2 inch thick.
• Turn the dough so that each side gets lightly coated with cornmeal.
• Cut into 8 to 10 rounds.
• An empty large tuna can works well When you run out of dough gather up the trimmings and cut more rounds. (I use a large mouth glass).
• Place the rounds on a baking sheet, cover and let rise for 20- 30 minutes--until not quite double.
• (Nuwave/Flavorwave Directions) - Once dough as risen, place in Nuwave/Flavorwave in round pan. Set the timer for 8 min on * 8 for temp or 80 % heat *. For theses you do no want to use hi heat, as they will brown to fast and will burn.
• Note: they will come out "puffy". I have left in traditional cooking if you want them "flatter". Either way they come out wonderful!
• Normal cooking directions: in frying pan, or on low flame. Cook on Medium heat for 7 minutes on each side. This will give the flat look for the English muffins.
• Heat a dry cast iron skillet or griddle over a low flame.
• (I do spray mine with Pam).
• Cook the muffins about 5 to 7 minutes on each side.
• They should be golden brown when you turn them.
• Split the muffins with a fork or serrated knife and serve warm.
• These freeze well and can be reheated in the microwave or toasted.
• Note: these will be "puffy" if made in the nuwave/flavorwave ovens. If you like the traditional ones, I have left the conventional cooking as well.

FLORENTINE-STYLE PORTERHOUSE STEAKS - NUWAVE/FLAVORWAVE OVENS

Steps:

• Accompaniment: lemon wedges.
• Pat steaks dry and rub all over with 1 teaspoon salt.
• To cook steaks use 4" grill.
• On HI, bake for about 9 minutes per side (on HI) .
• To serve steaks:.
• Transfer steaks to a cutting board and let stand, uncovered, 10 minutes. (Internal temperature will rise to at least 135°F while steaks stand.)
• Cut each section of meat off bone, then slice each piece crosswise against the grain and arrange slices on a platter.
• Sprinkle lightly with salt and drizzle with oil.
• Makes 4 servings.