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One of the best ones we did was Bacon Candy, (sometimes called "Pig Candy").  This simple dish was a huge hit that weekend, we ate LOTS of it.  We also cooked up some Bacon Cookies and Chicken Fried Bacon. 

The recipes we shot were jumbled together throughout the day.  We'd work on one part, then while it cooked, work on something else.  The rhythm of this episode may feel a little off, it's only because we had to pull from several different time-frames over two days of shooting.  We hope you enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup Shortening
• 2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 eggs
• 2 to 3 tablespoons almond extract
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup quick-cooking oats
• 1 cup baking cocoa
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 3 cups (18 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 jar (16 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
• 1 cup sliced almonds, optional

Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy.  Add eggs, one at the time, beating well after each addition.  Add extract.
   
2. In another bowl, combine the flour, oats, cocoa, baking soda and salt. Mix about just a little.
3. Gradually add to the wet mixture and mix well.
   
4. Fold in chocolate chips, cherries and almonds.
5. Roll into 1-1/2 inch balls and place 3 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.  Bake at 375 for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are firm.
   
6. Remove to wire rack to cool.
7. EAT TILL YOU DROP!

Ingredients:

• 3 Cups mashed sweet potatoes
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 ¼ Cup Sugar
• ¼ Cup Flour
• 1 Large can evaporated milk
• 1 ½ stick melted margarine

Mix all ingredients together and put into a greased 9x13” pan.

Topping:

• 1 Cup crushed cornflakes or 1 Cup Rice Krispies
• ½ Cup brown sugar
• ½ Cup chopped pecans
• ½ Cup coconut

Mix together and spread over top of potatoes.  Bake at 350º for 40 minutes or until golden brown on top.  EAT LIKE CRAZY!!!

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My friend Rhonda gave me this incredibly simple recipe this summer.  I made the first few batches using Michelob Ultra and it was great!  Dave suggested that we try some different beers and see how much difference the type of beer made to the loaf.

Since Dave and I don't know too much about beer, we thought we'd tap (get it?  Beer?  Tap?) our friends over at Abs Of Beer TV ( absofbeertv.com ) and get their recommendation on a beer or two that could really make a great bread.

Brian and John both thought that something with chocolate or moca coffee flavors would work well.  Brian also loves a certain oatmeal stout that he suggested we use.   They pointed us to Young's Double Chocolate Stout , and Samuel Smith's Oatmeal Stout .

Ingredients:

• 3 cups self-rising flour (NOT all purpose)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 12 oz beer of your choice

Directions:

1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees
2. In a large mixing bowl, add flour, sugar, beer
3. Fold ingredients together.  Be sure to incorporate but don't knead the dough.  The less you have to work it, the better the bread will be.
4. Spray non-stick cooking spray in your baking pan then lightly dust with flour. (you can also use Baker's Joy)
5. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 mins to an hour.

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  Ingredients:

• 3 cups regular oats, uncooked (don't use the Quick Oats)
• 1/2 cup flaked coconut
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1/2 cup chopped or halved pecans
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/2 cup pine nuts
• 1/4 cup honey-crunch wheat germ
• 1/4 cup sunflower kernels
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons honey (local honey is best)
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 1/2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 3/4 - 1 teaspoon good vanilla (I use Mexican vanilla)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 - 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 cup dried cranberries (and/or raisins)

Directions:

1. Combine oats, coconut, almonds, pecans, walnuts, pine nuts, wheat germ and sunflower kernels together and mix well.
2. In a separate bowl, combine honey, water, vegetable oil, brown sugar, vanilla and cinnamon and mix well.
3. Pour over oats and nuts and stir until well incorporated.  Do not add dried fruit or candies until the mixture is cool.
4. Pour in a jelly roll pan (15x10 inch) and spread evenly.
5. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
6. Open oven and slide out pan and stir mixture - then respread evenly and continue to bake for 5 minutes or until granola is golden brown.
7. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
8. Add dried blueberries, cranberries, raisins, or even banana chips, or any other dried fruits.
9. Eat by itself or with milk for a great cereal. Top your favorite ice cream or vanilla yogurt! YUMMY!!

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When we found out that our dear friends from Geekbrief.tv, Cali and Neal were bringing her down for a week-long visit, we knew we’d have to do a show with her. Originally titled "Breanna’s BEST Chicken Tenders", Martha came up with this dinner idea that has turned out to be a huge hit in her neighborhood, and now, in our house.  I know you’ll enjoy these tenders as much as we have.  You’d have to be a nut to not devour these!

In under 30 minutes, you can make these wonderful Chicken and Rice Mexican Burritos.  The beauty with this dish is that you can add or take away any ingredient that suits you. If your family is anything like mine, this simple home made meal will have them coming back for more.

Ingredients:

• 1 Pkg Chicken Breast Tenderloins
• 1 Bell Pepper (any color)
• 1 Can of Black Beans
• 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheese (any flavor)
• 1 TSP Paprika
• 1 TSP Chili Powder
• 1 TSP Dried Minced Onions
• 1/2 Cup Salsa (strength to you taste)
• 2 Packages of Boil-in-Bag Jasmine Rice
• Tortillas

Jillian has been watching Mommy shoot her cooking show (Cooking With Kat) for about a year and has really been wanting to shoot her own cooking show .  For today's show, Jillian will show you how to make one of her favorites.  A Turkey and Cheese Sandwich.

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Ingredients:

• Sandwich bread of your choice
• Sliced or shaved turkey
• Cheddar or Colby cheese
• Mayo

Directions:

1. Apply Mayo to one side of two pieces of bread.
2. Cut 3-4 thin slices of cheese and apply to one piece of bread
3. Place turkey slices on top of cheese
4. Cover with 2nd piece of bread

ENJOY!