by: Ms. G (3rd Grade Aide) Growing up in Panama, I really enjoyed them for breakfast. They can also be eaten as a snack or appetizers. Carimanolas or Yuca Fritters is a very traditional food of Panama and neighboring country Colombia. Source: Cocina Panameña cook book/Panamanian Cooking Ingredients 3 pounds yucca root, peeled and cubed3 1/4 teaspoons salt2 tablespoons unsalted butter5 large eggs1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup yellow onions, finely chopped2 large jalapeno peppers, finely chopped2 teaspoons garlic, minced1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon chili powder8 ounces ground beef4 teaspoons tomato paste2 teaspoons vinegar1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon ground black pepperVegetable oil, for deep frying6 teaspoons Essence, plus more for dusting1 cup fine dry bread crumbs Recipe Steps In a large saucepan combine the yucca and 1 teaspoon of the salt, and enough water READ MORE
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Macaroni Salad
by: Miss Sampieri (1st grade teacher) Every year growing up, my family would have a backyard party at the end of summer. This macaroni salad was always a staple and the first food to go. This recipe was written down for me once I was old enough to make it on my own, which is why the seasonings don’t have exact measurements. It’s a fun way to learn what a dish needs in order to taste amazing! Source: Family recipe Ingredients 1 box (lb) elbow pasta (or similar)1 carrot, peeled and grated1/2 small white onion, diced1 cucumber, peeled and chopped1 can pitted and sliced black olives1 cup mayonnaise 3 tablespoons white vinegar2 teaspoons lemon juice2 teaspoons sugargarlic powder (to taste)onion powder (to taste)black pepper (to taste)salt (to taste) Recipe Steps Cook pasta al dente according to box instructions. Drain and READ MORE
Cinnamon Roll Bread
by: Ms. Paulsen (Behavior therapist) This is a recipe that my family just recently tried for the first time. My sister and I made it together and it was delicious! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Source: A friend of my mom’s gave us this recipe. Ingredients BREAD:2 cups all-purpose flour1 tbsp baking powder1/2 tsp salt1/2 cup sugar1 egg (room temperature)1 cup milk2 tsp vanilla extract1/3 cup plain greek yogurt or sour cream SWIRL:1/3 cup sugar2 tsp cinnamon2 tbsp butter (melted and cooled slightly) or water GLAZE:1/2 cup powdered sugar2-3 tsp cream or milk (as needed for consistency) Recipe Steps Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter or spray a loaf pan. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, vanilla, READ MORE
Easy Carrot Cake Trifle
by: Ms. Harold (Interim Principal) Discovered it while vacationing in California. Since then its been a family favorite. Source: A friend made it or us. Do not know the origin. Ingredients Box of Carrot Cake mix8 ounces cream cheese¾ cup butter soften3 ½ cups powdered sugar1 teaspoon vanilla16 ounces Cool Whip1 cup chopped walnuts Recipe Steps Prepare the carrot cake and bake according to the package for a 9×12 cake. Allow the cake to cool and cut into cubes. Using an electric mixer, mix the utter and the cream cheese until the mixture is light and fluffy. (2-3 minutes). On low speed add the powdered sugar, ½ cup at a time until it is thoroughly mixed. Add the vanilla and beat frosting for about 2 minutes. Gently fold in the Cool Whip until completely mixed in. In a trifle or READ MORE
Cantaloupe Salad with Sliced Feta
by: Ms.Beverly I love to make it. It’s just a very simple salad to make and is so refreshing in the summertime. Source: I found it in REAL SIMPLE. Ingredients 1 small shallot, finely chopped 5 Tbsp. Champagneor white wine vinegar1 3-lb. cantaloupe, peeled seeded and sliced1 English cucumber, sliced6 oz. of feta cheese. thinly sliced(about 1 1/2 cups)1/2 loaf of ciabatta bread, sliced7 Tbsp. olive oil divided1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup roughly chopped toasted almonds1/8 tsp freshly ground pepper Recipe Steps STIR shallots and vinegar in a small bowl and let stand for minutes. MEANWHILE, arrange cantaloupe and cucumber on a large platter and top with feta: set aside HEAT a grill pan over high heat. Brush both sides of the ciabatta slices with 3 READ MORE
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
by: Mrs. White (2nd Grade Teacher) Neither of my kids like pumpkin but they love these cookies. They are always requested during the fall and winter months. Source: I got this recipe from my college roommate. Her mother would make them and send them to us. Ingredients 1/2 cup of butter1 1/2 cups of sugar1 egg1 cup of canned pumpkin1 tsp of vanilla2 1/2 cups of flour1 tsp baking powder1 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp of salt1 tsp of nutmeg1 tsp cinnamon1 1/2 cups of chocolate chips Recipe Steps Cream butter and sugar Beat in egg, pumpkin, and vanilla In a separate bowl, mix and sift dry ingredients Add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix well Add chocolate chips Drop rounded spoonfuls on a well greased cookie sheet Bake at 350 for 15 minutes
Chocolate Chip Cookies
by: Ms. Melanson (3rd grade teacher) This is a new chocolate chip cookie recipe I recently tried out while at home. I have been trying some plant-based inspired recipes and I found this one in a magazine! I was really inspired to find a plant-based chocolate chip cookie I enjoy because I love baking chocolate chip cookies with my mom! I have lots of special memories baking with her from when I was growing up. She has a super, top secret recipe for chocolate chip cookies that is the best! But this one is pretty good too! Source: Good Housekeeping Ingredients 2 cups all purpose flour1 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp kosher salt1 cup bittersweet chocolate chips (dairy free)1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (dairy free)1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup water2 tsp pure READ MORE
Turon [tuˈɾɔn] – (Banana Egg Roll)
by: Miss L. (1st Grade Aide) It’s special to my family because, we usually make this desert, when we have big family gatherings. We usually run out of this desert quickly because it is a family and kid favorite. I hope you enjoy as much as my family does! Source: My Family’s Take on a Filipino tradition Ingredients 6 pieces of ripe bananas or plantains, cut in half (lengthwise)1 1/2 cup brown sugar12 pieces of spring roll wrapper2 cups cooking oil Recipe Steps Roll the banana on the sugar plate and ensure that the banana is coated with enough sugar Place the banana with sugar coating in the spring roll wrapper Fold and lock the spring roll wrapper, use water to seal the edge In a pan, heat the oil and put in some sugar. Wait until the brown sugar READ MORE
Zucchini Breakfast Bread
by: Ms. Whalen (Occupational Therapist) I am always looking for new and interesting ways to use fresh produce. I found this recipe on line and tried it out. It was amazing and very simple. My extended family loves to get together and eat, and I tend to be more of the cook than the baker. This bread was my ticket into the world of the bakers, and so easy! Source: www.foodandwine.com, Paige Grandjean Ingredients 2 Tablespoons salted butter, softened1/4 cup turbinado sugar1 1/2 cups all purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground allspice2 large eggs1 grated unpeeled large zucchini1 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup canola oil (I used light olive oil)1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon orange zest3/4 cup chopped pecans ( I used walnuts)1/2 cup plus 1 1/2 Tablespoons old fashioned READ MORE
Tater Tot Casserole
by: Ms. Carr (School Psychologist) One of my children is a “meat and potatoes” guy. We were looking for more dishes to accommodate his somewhat limited palate when we heard that one of the former Democratic presidential candidates was feeding a version of this recipe to supporters, so we decided to try it. The meal was a win for our family, even though it did not help the candidate win the democratic nomination! Source: The New York Times Ingredients ½ cup unsalted butter2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped2 celery stalks, finely chopped1 large white or yellow onion, finely choppedKosher salt and black pepper¾ cup all-purpose flour3 cups whole milk2 tablespoons chicken, vegetable or beef broth base or bouillon2 pounds ground beef (about 15 percent fat)9 ounces frozen peas or corn, or a combination1 ½ pounds frozen Tater Tots1 cup shredded READ MORE
3 Ingredient Strawberry Jam
by: Mrs. Tucker (1st grade teacher) A few years ago, I took a jam making class with my mom and my niece. I had never made jam before and felt a little intimidated because I knew we’d have to boil it just right and was worried about ruining it. It ended up being such a fun class and a great way to spend quality family time. This recipe is not the same one I learned in that class, but it’s a much simpler version and I think is something any family could make at home! Source: I found this recipe on the website: https://www.scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom.com/quick-homemade-strawberry-jam/ Ingredients 16 oz strawberries3/4 cup white sugar2 tbs lemon juice Recipe Steps Hull and coarsely chop your strawberries and save them to the side. In a heavy bottom saucepan, mix strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir READ MORE
Grandma Gluck Spaghetti Sauce
by: Mr. Gluck (Building Aide) Grandma taught us how to make this when we were little! A family favorite for decades. Source: Grandmother Ingredients Head of garlicTablespoon olive oil1 pound ground beef (can substitute Beyond Meat or Impossible Meat)Tablespoon dried BasilTablespoon dried OreganoTeaspoon saltTeaspoon pepper1 cup breadcrumbs1 egg2 large cans tomato sauce1 large can tomato paste Recipe Steps In a deep pot, saute the garlic in the olive oil at a low temperature until it is a touch brown. Mix together beef, egg, breadcrumbs and all herbs/spices. Roll the mixture into meatball size balls and drop them in the pot one at a time. Once they are all in turn up heat to medium to fry and thoroughly cook meatballs (about 10 minutes). Stir constantly. Once the meat is cooked add tomato sauce and paste and turn heat to low. READ MORE