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Maple Pecan Blondies

Here’s a blondie recipe that I have made many times!  Mine are never as gooey as Gemma’s and that’s probably because I over-bake them. I should keep a better eye on them next time. I like to brown the butter first but it’s not necessary. Enjoy!  Maple Pecan Blondies Makes 9-12 servings Original recipe from Bigger Bolder Baking Ingredients ¾ cup butter, melted or browned 1¼ cups dark brown sugar ½ cup maple syrup 1 large egg  2 teaspoons vanilla 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon baking soda I ¼ cups pecans, toasted and chopped  Directions   Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9x13” baking pan with parchment. Gemma used 8x8 but I like my bars thinner. Whisk together the butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, egg, vanilla, and salt. Stir in the flour and baking soda just until combined.  Stir in the pecans. Pour mixture into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. They middle should be slightly jiggly but they still taste yummy if yo...
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Persian Style Spaghetti


This is not your typical saucy spaghetti. Don't be afraid of the cinnamon and turmeric mentioned in the ingredients list - they add a very unique and delicious flavour to this dish. 

I didn't add any extra oil because the meat will release oil and juices as it cooks. If you find your pot is a little dry, you can certainly add a splash of olive oil.


Persian Style Spaghetti
Makes 8 servings

Ingredients
  • 8 cups cooked spaghetti noodles
  • 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 cloves chopped garlic
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • salt & pepper
  • 1 tsp dry oregano
  • 1/2 cup tomato paste
Directions
  1. Cook your pasta in a large nonstick pot according to package directions.
  2. Brown your meat in a pan and add the onions and garlic. Cook through.
  3. Sprinkle on the spices and stir in the tomato paste. You may add a few tablespoons of water to loosen it up a bit, but it should be thick. Simmer for a few minutes.
  4. Stir in the pasta and put everything into the pot that you used to cook the spaghetti. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and a lid, and cook on medium low for about 30 minutes.
  5. This is good with pickled veggies on the side. I also like parmesan cheese because cheese is my one true friend.
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