Night Time Nectar

Night Time Nectar

Flavors of orange, anise, lemon, and honey come together to make a great cocktail that is packed with flavor and makes for a great end to an evening.

Submitted by: COOKINGDAD

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Photo by: COOKINGDAD

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Ingredients

• 1 part orange flavored vodka
• 1/2 part orange brandy
• 1/2 part honey
• 3/4 part hot water
• 1/2 part fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 part orange juice
• Pinch star anise powder
• Star anise for garnish

Method In a cocktail shaker, combine the honey and hot water, then stir to dissolve. Add remaining ingredients and shake well. Strain into glass with a handle. Garnish with star anise.

Notes:

Number of Servings: 1

BLT Soup - Recipe Detail

BLT Soup - Recipe Detail

Times:

10 minutes prep, 15 minutes cook

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Ingredients:

8 slices bacon, crisply-cooked
1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes
1 14 1/2-oz can chicken broth
1 15-oz can cooked white beans, (cannellini or navy)
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 cup Leaf lettuce, shredded
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

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Cooking Directions:

Coarsely crumble bacon & set aside. In 2-quart saucepan, stir together tomatoes, broth, beans and seasoning. Bring to a simmer; stir in vinegar. In small bowl, toss together lettuce & basil. Ladle soup into large soup plates or bowls; garnish each serving with crumbled bacon and lettuce & basil.
Serves 4.

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Serving Suggestions:

No-one said that the tomato in a BLT had to be sliced. This fresh soup is quickly made and goes well with grilled cheese sandwiches.

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Nutrition:

Calories: 240 calories
Protein: 12 grams
Fat: 9 grams
Sodium: 1370 milligrams
Cholesterol: 15 milligrams
Carbohydrates: 29 grams

 

Paula Deen Recipe: Hot Ham and Cheese Sandwich with Orange Chipotle Mayonnaise

Paula Deen Recipe: Hot Ham and Cheese Sandwich with Orange Chipotle Mayonnaise

A delicious twist on grilled cheese.

Serves: 4
Cook Time: 15 Minutes

Smithfield Product: Luncheon Meat

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound Smithfield Deli Sliced Black Forest Ham
• 8 teaspoons horseradish sauce
• 4 ciabatta rolls, split
• 1/2 pound sliced sharp Cheddar or American cheese
• 1/2 cup jarred corn relish

Steps

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Spread bottoms of ciabatta rolls with 2 teaspoons horseradish each. Layer ham, cheese, and corn relish on sauce. Replace tops, and wrap individually in aluminum foil.
Bake sandwiches until hot, 15 minutes. Serve hot.