Refreshing Fruit Salad

How To Make Refreshing Fruit Salad

Refreshing Fruit Salad - This Fruit Salad recipe that we have here makes use of one additional ingredient that makes it look and taste better maraschino cherries. This type of cherries is also called cocktail cherries because it is widely used as an ingredient for cocktails. This is an optional ingredient, so don’t worry if it is not available in your area.

Refreshing Fruit Salad

All the ingredients should be available in most supermarkets. Table cream can also be labeled as “media crema” in some stores. Condensed milk or “condense” is a thick sweet milk that every Filipino knows (or should know). I think that even sari-sari stores carry this product. Back in the days, I use this as a filling for Bread (which tastes good, especially if you are tired of dipping your Bread in coffee every time).

Refreshing Fruit Salad Time And Duration's

Prep time 30 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 40 mins

Refreshing Fruit Salad Ingredients

• 2 cans (30 oz.) fruit cocktail
• 1 can (7.6 oz.) table cream
• 7 oz. (1/2 can ) condensed milk
• 12 pieces maraschino cherries

I recommend this recipe to beginners because this does not involve heat. All you need to do is combine all the ingredients, mix, refrigerate, and serve. Sure, it sounds really simple because it is, but the result is more than simple it is delicious.

Refreshing Fruit Salad Steps And Methods.

1. Open the fruit cocktail and drain the syrup by pouring it on a colander. Let the liquid drain totally (around 30 minutes).
2. Arrange the drained fruit cocktail in a mixing bowl. Add the table cream, condensed milk, and maraschino cherries.
3. Gently fold the mixture until all the ingredients are well distributed. Cover the mixing bowl with sling wrap then refrigerate overnight.
4. Remove from the fridge and transfer to a serving bowl.
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Refreshing Fruit Salad Additional Trivia

 Did You Know That Fruit salad is a dish comprised primarily of fruit and typically served as a dessert, although some may be offered as appetizers. There are a number of different styles, ranging from simple blends of mixed fruit to complex constructions enshrined in gelatin. Some markets and delis carry packaged salads for people to purchase, and this dish can also be made at home with ease.

The star attraction of fruit salad is, of course, fruit. Typically, the fruit is peeled or otherwise prepared and cut into bite-sized pieces to make it easier to eat. Any number of fruits and berries can be used, including apples, bananas, kiwis, pineapples, tangerines, and many others. Some cooks simply present it plain, but others have a theme and use tropical or Mediterranean fruits, for example.

In other instances, a salad may be prepared with a simple acidic dressing that is designed to keep the fruit from browning. Lime juice, for example, may be used on a tropical salad, or saba may be mixed in with a Mediterranean fruits. Vinaigrettes may also be used, or the fruit may simply be dipped in acidulated water to prevent browning. Other fruit salads are made with cream dressings, ranging from tangy dressings with blue cheese or sour cream to sweet dressings with whipped cream or mascarpone cheese.

Salads can get quite complex, with additions like grilled fruit or savory dressings. In the 1950s and 1960s, gelatin salads made with sweet flavored gelatin and fruit inclusions were very popular. Sometimes vegetables may be added, giving the salad a more savory bent, and one may also be paired with greens, nuts, bread, and other savory ingredients. Any number of ingredients can be added to dressings, including yogurt, honey, sesame oil, soy sauce, and so forth, with cooks preparing a dressing that best blends with the ingredients in the salad.

The nutritional value of fruit salad varies widely, depending on the fruits and dressings used. Many fruits are high in fiber and an assortment of vitamins, especially if their peels are left on, as in the case of apples, grapes, kumquats, and other fruits with edible rinds or peels. The dish typically tastes best when fresh fruit is used, although it can be refrigerated for up to a day, and if tossed with an acidic dressing, the risk of bacterial contamination is typically fairly low.

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Best Bacon and Cheese Casserole

How To Cook Best Bacon and Cheese Casserole 

Best Bacon and Cheese Casserole  - Bacon and Egg Breakfast Casserole is one of my favorite breakfast casserole recipes. I love bacon and I am a believer of the saying “you can never go wrong with bacon” I think that it is true. Bacon makes dishes tastes better and this Bacon and Egg Breakfast Casserole is the proof.

Best Bacon and Cheese Casserole

Preparing your own Bacon and Egg Breakfast Casserole is really simple. All you need to do is to first prepare the bacon by cooking it until crisp. I know that most of you are familiar with cooking bacon, but for those who are not here are some ideas on how to cook bacon.

Best Bacon and Cheese Casserole  Ingredients

• 6 bacon strips
• 6 eggs, beaten
• 1 1/4 cup fresh milk
• 3/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1 cup shredded Monterey jack cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Regardless of how you decide to cook bacon, what we need to accomplish for this bacon and egg breakfast casserole is nice crispy bacon. Once you have the bacon ready, you can either crumble or chop the bacon. This will be added to the mixture composed of egg, cheese, milk, and green onions which will be baked in the oven to produce our delicious bacon and egg breakfast casserole.

Best Bacon and Cheese Casserole Steps And Methods For Cooking.

1. Arrange the bacon in a pan. Cook until crisp. Set Aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and cheese. Mix well.
3. Crumble the bacon strips and add to the egg mixture along with the green onions. Stir.
4. Preheat oven to 350 Fahrenheit.
5. Pour the mixture into a baking dish. Cover the dish with a greased aluminum foil (greased side down).
6. Bake for 40 minutes or until the eggs are done.
7. Remove from the oven. Serve.
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How to Cook Bacon on a stove top using a pan
Cooking bacon over a stove top using a pan is the most common method of cooking bacon. You will need a wide frying pan for this method. I do this by arranging the bacon strips on the pan then I turn the heat on. You’ll notice that the oil will form while the bacon starts to cook. Grab a spoon and scoop the excess fat out of the pan while the bacon cooks; this helps the bacon melt more fat and get crisp quicker. Once one side seems to be crisp, use a tong to turn the bacon over so that the other side gets crispy as you can imagine, this will require you to be in front of the stove-top all the time. Also, there is a possibility that oil from the bacon may splatter.

How to Cook Bacon in the Oven





This method of cooking bacon will require a wide baking tray and aluminum foil. This is done by lining a sheet of aluminum foil on the baking tray. Arrange the bacon strips flat over the foil. Preheat the oven to 400F and bake the bacon for 16 to 18 minutes or until crisp. You’ll see that the fats turns to oil; the good thing about it is that you can easily discard the oil and your bacon will lesser in fat while being crispy.

How to Cook Bacon in the microwave
I once tried to use the microwave to cook bacon. It is true that cooking bacon in the microwave can produce crispy bacon similar to the ones cooked in a pan or baked, but you have to use a tool called the microwave bacon cooker. All you need to do is arrange the bacon on the microwave bacon cooker and follow the instructions on how to cook bacon in the microwave in terms of time and power settings.

Best Bacon and Cheese Casserole Additional Trivia

Did You Knwo That A bacon egg casserole is a hot, layered dish that is often served at breakfast or brunch. In addition to strips of bacon and eggs, it often includes extra ingredients like cheese, cubes of bread or potatoes, and spices. These all help to make the dish more hearty and filling, since it should really be almost an entire meal in a casserole dish. This can be a nice dish to pass at a potluck or family meal, or to give as a gift to someone who is going through a difficult time and is not able to cook. One consideration when preparing a bacon egg casserole is that it cannot be frozen, so it is a good idea to only make what can be eaten right away.

There are a number of different recipes to be found online to make a bacon egg casserole. For people who want a healthier alternative to traditional bacon made from pork, turkey bacon is one option; vegan bacon made from soy is another. In general, recipes are made with strips of bacon, or bacon that has been crumbled or broken into smaller pieces. It is always necessary to cook the bacon in a pan ahead of time before assembling the casserole, though.

Most people will then add extra ingredients to the dish at this point to give it more weight and texture. Crumbled cubes of bread or cubed baked potatoes are popular additions that help to make the dish heartier and more filling, and also make it more of a casserole than simply bacon and eggs. For extra flavor, a chopped onion may also be mixed in. In addition, some chefs choose to add some crumbled or shredded cheese and mix it through the dish so that it melts when it is baked.

In general, the eggs for bacon egg casserole are prepared similarly to the way scrambled eggs are made. They are generally mixed together in a bowl with a little bit of milk, as well as any spices that will be used, such as pepper. They may then be poured over the other ingredients and baked that way. The bacon egg casserole is then simply baked in the oven until it is heated through, and the eggs are formed and no longer runny. When it is served as part of a brunch, many people serve it with fruit salad or a lighter dish on the side.

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Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake

How To Baked Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake

Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake - Unlike other cakes, Pineapple Uside Down Cake is intended to be served warm. There is something about its taste that makes it better when served warm like the the taste of caramelized sugar tasty and appetizing.
This cake is the best dessert that I had for this week. I like it because it is so flavorful and yummy. I cannot put into words the magnificent pleasure that I experienced when I was eating this cake.

Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake

Pineapple Upside Down Cake was invented during the 20’s. This was the time when canned pineapples were introduced by Dole. There were different pineapple recipes presented during that time Pineapple Upside Down Cake seems to be a favorite as evidenced by several years of existence.

Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake Ingredients

• 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 5 slices of pineapple (use canned pineapple)
• 6 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/3 cup shortening
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 piece raw egg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Try this Pineapple Upside Down Cake recipe and let me know what you think.

Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake Steps And Methods For Cooking.

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Place butter in a cake pan and melt by placing in the oven.
3. Remove the pan from the oven, and then sprinkle some brown sugar.
4. Arrange the sliced pineapples over the sugar.This will look better if you place some maraschino cherries.
5. Combine all the remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix using an electric mixer until all the ingredients are well distributed.
6. Pour the batter (mixed ingredients) in the cake pan.
7. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until it passes the toothpick test.
8. Remove from the oven, and then transfer to a serving plate.
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Best Upside Down Pineapple Cake Additional Trivia

What is Upside Down Pineapple Cake?

Did You Know That A uniquely American dessert first baked in a cast iron skillet, the pineapple upside down cake is one of the nation’s best-loved sweets. This cake has been around for 80 years or so and is still popular. Box cake mixes still print recipes for upside down cake on their sides, and the recipe also appears on cans of pineapple rings.

A pineapple upside down cake is a moist yellow cake and when inverted on to a plate, has pineapple rings on top, each with a maraschino cherry in the center. A brown sugar glaze covers the cake as well.

History

As mentioned above, the upside down cake has been around for a while. One of the first mentions of this cake comes from a Seattle, Washington cookbook published in 1924. A recipe for the upside down cake appeared in a Gold Medal Flour in 1925. Canned pineapple was readily available by then, and very popular. Also, most cooks had a cast iron skillet in their kitchens, even if they didn’t have fancy bakeware. Thus, a cake that could be baked either in the oven or on the stovetop was a good recipe. The pineapple rings and cherries arranged on the upside down cake made an attractive dessert even novice cooks could tackle.

Pineapple was introduced into the United States in the mid-19th century and was an immediate hit. Most people found they liked pineapple, and canning it was a good way to get fresh fruit to those who were rarely able to procure it. It was natural then, that recipes featuring those pretty pineapple rings would become popular. Upside down cake became a hit at parties and potlucks nationwide.

An upside down cake starts with a cast iron or other heavy, ovenproof skillet. The brown sugar glaze is started in the pan with butter and dark brown sugar. Once this mixture has dissolved over low heat, the pineapple rings are placed on top. Cherries are then placed cut side up, in the pineapple rings. The cook then turns the yellow cake batter (sometimes flavored with the pineapple juice from the can) into the skillet and spread evenly across. The skillet goes into the oven, heated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and the cake is baked for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean.

The cake is allowed to sit for 5 to 10 minutes after being removed from the oven. The cook then runs a knife or spatula around the edge of the cake and places a large plate over the top. The skillet is inverted and the cake should come out on to the plate, with the glaze spilling over the top and sides. It should be served warm. Upside down cake can also be made with peaches or other juicy fruit such as plums or strawberries.

Upside-down cake
An upside-down cake is a cake that is baked in a single pan, then turned over and served upside-down.
Usually chopped fruits such as apples, pineapples,or cherries and a butter and sugar topping are placed on the bottom of the pan before the batter is poured in, so that they form a decorative topping once the cake is inverted.
Traditional upside down preparations include the American pineapple upside-down cake, French Tarte Tatin, Rocky Road upside-down cake, and It is also well known in Hawaiian culture Source Upside Down Pineapple Cake

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Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins

How To Baked Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins

Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins - Blueberry Muffin or any muffin variety can sometimes be mistaken as cupcakes. Muffins and cupcakes are two different things. Muffins are less sweeter and it does not have any frosting. I do not really think that the distinction is important. All that matters is the taste. Call it Blueberry Muffin or Blueberry Cupcake it should not be an issue as long as you are enjoying it. I’m sure you will find this Blueberry Muffins Recipe enjoyable.
This Blueberry Muffin recipe is probably one of the simplest recipe around. I am confident to say that anyone with or without experience in baking can make their own blueberry muffin just by following the details described in this recipe. I know that baking can be intimidating to most people. Don’t be afraid to try. As long as you have the will and the correct guidance, you should be fine.

Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins

Blueberry Muffin is one of the best muffin varieties that you should try. Muffins refer to breads that are baked in small quantities. The dough is often placed in paper cups and baked in muffin or cupcake pans. This Blueberry Muffins Recipe is one of the easiest that you can prepare anytime.
Blueberry Muffin or any muffin variety can sometimes be mistaken as cupcakes. Muffins and cupcakes are two different things. Muffins are less sweeter and it does not have any frosting. I do not really think that the distinction is important. All that matters is the taste. Call it Blueberry Muffin or Blueberry Cupcake  it should not be an issue as long as you are enjoying it. I’m sure you will find this Blueberry Muffins Recipe enjoyable.

Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins Ingredients

• 3/4 to 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 5 tablespoons fresh milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 piece raw egg
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil

I like this Blueberry Muffin Recipe because it has the taste and consistency that I want in a muffin. One note though, it is highly recommended to use fresh blueberries to ensure the best flavor. I love having a piece or two of Blueberry Muffins for breakfast. I like eating muffins while enjoying my coffee.

Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins Steps And Methods

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
3. In another large mixing bowl, combine egg, vegetable oil, and milk. Whisk until all the ingredients are distributed (using an electric mixer).
4. Continue whisking while gradually adding the flour mixture.
5. Turn the mixer off and add-in the blueberries. Fold-in the mixture until the blueberries are distributed well.
6. Arrange paper cups (muffin or cupcake cups) on a muffin pan. Scoop mixture and arange in each paper cups.
7. Place the muffin pan inside the oven and bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until it passes the toothpick test.
8. Remove from the oven and allow the temperature to cool down.
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Filipino Style Blueberry Muffins Additional Trivia

Did You Know That Blueberry muffins are tasty baked goods that are ideal for a single serving of a sweet bread. Made with the usual ingredients necessary for most breads, the blueberry muffin will also make use of fresh blueberries to enhance the flavor of the muffin. While it is possible to purchase commercial muffin mixes that utilize dried berries, this simple pastry can also be prepared from scratch with relative ease.

A basic recipe for blueberry muffins begins with combining all purpose flour with granulated sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. The dry ingredients are then mixed with eggs, milk and some vegetable oil to make the basic batter for the muffins. Once the batter is prepared, fresh blueberries are folded into the batter. It is important to inspect each blueberry to ensure that the berries are washed thoroughly and do not have any bruised areas that may contain bitter spots.

After the blueberry muffin batter is complete, the batter is spooned or poured into the individual compartments of a muffin pan. Depending on the type of pan, the compartments may be lined with paper cups, which makes releasing the baked muffin very easy. However, if the cups or liners are not used, it is a good idea to grease and flower each individual compartment before introducing the batter.

While many people prefer this simple recipe for blueberry muffins, some prefer to make a special crumb topping that is added to the top of the batter before cooking. The topping is usually composed of more sugar and flour that is enhanced with melted butter and a small amount of cinnamon. The end result is a cap for the muffin that is somewhat crumbly in texture and adds a buttery flavor that permeates the cap and also seeps into the main body of the muffin.

Generally, blueberry muffins that are made from scratch using fresh blueberries are considered superior to commercial muffin mixes. However, when fresh blueberries are not available, the mixes containing dried chunks of blueberries do work well. It is possible to enhance the appearance and taste of the commercial mix by adding the crumb topping to the top of the mix just before baking. This helps even the commercial muffin mix to have the appearance and at least some of the flavor of homemade blueberry muffins.

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Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll

How To Baked Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll

Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll - Making yourself a Jelly Roll is not that hard. Although, you should be familiar with the basic aspects of making a cake such as mixing, folding, and baking, before trying this recipe. I recommend you to refer to our video in making Brazo de Mercedes so that you will be familiar with the techniques and procedures. As for the complexity, Jelly Roll is easier to make compared to Brazo de Mercedes.
I like Jelly Roll because I am a fan of sponge cakes and jellies. Having Jelly Roll is like eating a sponge cake with Jelly spread. I enjoy eating Jelly Roll while sipping hot green tea.

Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll

A Jelly Roll is a cake made of thin sheets of sponge cake. Various types of Jellies or Jams are spread on this cake before it gets rolled-up. Jelly Rolls are also known as Swiss Rolls.
Kids love Jelly Rolls. This is definitely a big hit to the young (and the young-at-heart). If you love Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwich, strawberry jelly sandwich, or any sandwich with jams, you will surely love Jelly Roll.

Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll Ingredients

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup jelly (use your favorite brand and type)
• 4 pieces raw eggs, whites separated from the yolk
• 13 1/2 tablespoons granulated white sugar
• 3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar, sifted
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll Methods For Cooking.

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Combine all-purpose flour and baking powder in a mixing bowl. Mix well and set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, combine egg yolks and vanilla extract. Whisk (using an electric mixer) while gradually adding 5 ½ tablespoons of granulated white sugar. Set aside.
4. In another bowl, beat the egg whites while gradually adding the remaining 8 tablespoons of granulated white sugar until soft peaks form.
5. Fold-in the egg yolk mixture with the egg white mixture. Gradually sprinkle the flour and baking powder mixture while folding.
6. Grease a flat baking tray, and then pour-in the mixture. Spread the mixture evenly.
7. Put inside the oven and bake for 13 to 16 minutes.
8. Remove from the oven and allow to cool down.
9. Sprinkle confectioners sugar on the top part and distribute evenly.
10. Remove the cake from the tray and place in a parchment paper or cloth (the part with confectioners sugar should be facing down).
11. Spread Jelly over the cake (the side opposite the one coated with sugar).
12. Roll the cake gently starting from one of the edges.
13. Trim both ends of the rolled cake. Transfer to a serving plate.
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Sweet And Delicious Jelly Roll Additional Trivia

Did You Know That A jelly roll pan is similar to a baking sheet or cookie sheet, but it has sides that are usually 1 inch (2.54 cm) deep. These pans are handy for many uses, such as for roasting vegetables and baking cookies, coffee cakes, and the cake portion of jelly rolls.

A jelly roll is a thin sponge cake that is rolled up with a filling of jelly or jam. When sliced, a circular pattern is revealed in each piece of cake. Whipped cream and fruit or fruit preserves often top each slice. The jelly roll cake batter is usually flavored with vanilla and/or almond extract, and raspberry or strawberry jam or jelly is usually used for the filling. There are many variations of this dessert, however, and while a chocolate cake with whipped cream filling isn't technically a jelly roll, it would still be made in basically the same way.

Since the outside layer of cake will show in the finished dessert, the jelly roll pan is often lined with a piece of wax paper or a silicone mat that is peeled off the cake after baking. This method tends to add a smooth look to the top surface of the cake. Turning the other side of the jelly roll into a clean kitchen towel sprinkled with powdered, or icing, sugar and then letting it cool before filling may make the paper or mat easier to remove. Then, once the cake is completely cool, the baker can flip it over, fill it and place the roll on a plate seam side down before slicing and serving.

A jelly roll pan is usually made of aluminized steel as this material resists rusting and allows for an even distribution of heat, and non-stick versions are available. Commercial quality pans are made with heavy gauge steel for extra strength and to prevent bending and warping. Cooks can use this type to roast a big pan full of roasted vegetables or broil a lot of appetizers.

Many foods that slide off of a regular cookie sheet can be cooked on a jelly roll pan, thanks to the edges. There's much less chance of juices leaking from the pan and making a mess in the oven. Plus, cooks can bake desserts such as coffee cakes and granola bars on this type of pan rather than just cookies.

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Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie

How To Make Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie

Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie - This cookie variety needs no introduction. Because of its popularity, almost everyone knows about it. However, I think that this Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe that we have here needs a little unveiling.
You can find tens or hundreds of Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe in the internet and in many cookbooks. Each recipe has a distinguishing characteristic that make it stand out. After trying most of the recipes out there, I came up with a single recipe that has the characteristics that I like: simple, delicious, and comforting. This is even be better with a cold glass of milk.

Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie

Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Ingredients

• 1 cup softened butter
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 pieces raw eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 3/4 cup chopped walnuts

What characteristics are you looking for in a Chocolate Chip Cookie? Do you have a recipe that you can share?

Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Steps And Methods For Cooking.

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda. Mix well and set aside.
3. On a separate mixing bowl, put in butter and beat. Gradually add both sugars while beating.
4. Add-in the vanilla extract and eggs (one piece at a time) while beating.
5. Gradually add the flour, salt, and baking soda mixture and beat until all the ingredients are well mixed.
6. Put-in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts. Fold until the chips and nuts are well incorporated.
7. Arrange parchment paper in a baking sheet. Scoop and drop the mixture on the parchment paper. Note: try to press the mixture a little bit to make the cookie flat. This will also give you room if you want to place extra chocolate chips on top of the cookie.
8. Place inside the oven and bake for 7 to 9 minutes.
9. Remove from the oven and place in cooling racks.
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Methods

For some bakers, chewy chocolate chip cookies represent a holy grail of baking. A number of factors come into play when baked goods are cooked to determine their final texture; if you want to make your chocolate chip cookies chewy, it helps to understand these factors and to learn how to adjust them as needed.

The thing that makes cookies soft and chewy is a high moisture content. Moisture content is affected by the type of sugar used, how much flour is involved, how long the cookies bake, and the temperature at which they are baked. When you want your cookies to be chewy, use brown sugar, which has a higher moisture content, helping to trap moisture inside the cookie. It is also a good idea to measure the flour by spooning it into a measuring cup, rather than dipping the measuring cup into the flour container; spooned flour is fluffy, whereas scooped flour is tightly packed, adding extra to the measurement. If you measure by weight, of course, this isn't relevant.

When baking the cookies, keep a close eye on them, and pull them out before they look entirely done. As the cookies cool, they will continue to cook, so if you pull out cookies with slightly pale centers, the insides will cook but remain chewy and soft. It also helps to use a flat baking sheet rather than a pan with a lip, encouraging the even flow of heat around the cookies.

The following recipe creates a moist, stiff dough that is designed to be used in making drop cookies. You may find the dough alarmingly moist when it's finished, but resist the temptation to add flour, as the high moisture content ensures that the cookies will come out thick, soft, and chewy.

To make chewy chocolate chip cookies, start by creaming 0.5 cup (113.5 g) of butter and then adding 0.75 cup (165 g) of brown sugar. Cream the ingredients until well blended, and then add 0.5 teaspoon (2.3 g) baking soda and 0.25 teaspoon (1.5 g) salt. For an unusual and distinctive flavor, also add 0.25 teaspoon (0.55 g) of nutmeg. Blend the ingredients until well combined before stirring in one egg and 1 teaspoon (4.9 ml) of vanilla extract.

Using a large spoon to fill the measuring cup, measure out 1.25 cups (156.25 g) of flour, and blend the flour with the wet ingredients until just combined. Pour in 1 cup (168 g) of chocolate chips of choice; bittersweet chocolate chips tend to make a richer flavor. Blend the dough with a heavy spoon until the chocolate chips are evenly distributed, and then drop evenly measured scoops of the dough onto an ungreased baking pan.

Bake your cookies for five to seven minutes in a preheated 400°F (224°C) oven until the sides have started to brown and the middles are still pale. Pull the cookies out, allow them to cool briefly, and then transfer them to racks to finish cooling.

Sweet And Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Additional Trivia

Who Invented Chocolate Chip Cookies
Did You Know That Ruth Wakefield is often credited with the invention of chocolate chip cookies. With her husband, she ran the Tollhouse Inn in Massachusetts. The common story goes that Wakefield, who often made food for her guests, decided to make a chocolate butter cookie but didn’t have enough chocolate bars to produce one. Instead, she chopped up the bars and added them to the butter cookie recipe.

The resulting cookies were an immediate success, and became known as Tollhouse cookies. They became so popular, that the Nestlé Chocolate Company purchased the recipe with the rights to print it on its semi-sweet chocolate bars. In exchange, Wakefield received free chocolate for life. At that point, the chocolate chip cookies didn't contain actual chocolate chips, but instead they had chunks of chopped chocolate.

Nestlé had some popularity with the Wakefield’s chocolate chip cookies, but the recipe became far easier to follow when, in 1939, the company developed the standard chocolate chip, called a chocolate morsel. This easier way of combining the chocolate made the cookies the most popular in the US.

Today, many companies make chocolate chips, and many cooks favor one type of chips over another. Some cookies are considered substandard if they use a chip made with artificial vanilla, called vanillin, for example. Others people are quite happy with this flavoring.

The original recipe for chocolate chip cookies is still printed on Nestles' bags. Most other chocolate chips have some form of the recipe on them, though they have to make slight changes so as not to infringe on Nestlé's copyright privileges. This can be easily accomplished, however, and most recipes are roughly identical.

Wakefield’s chocolate chip cookies were made with butter, and always included walnuts. Many recipes now call for margarine, and may not include nuts. In fact, in 1992, Barbara Bush and Hillary Clinton had a bake-off in Family Circle magazine to see who made the best chocolate chip cookies. Clinton’s used margarine, and Bush stuck to butter.

Both varieties were praised but were distinctly different. Bush’s cookies were favored in some taste groups, but Clinton’s were more popular at restaurants. The fate of the election clearly didn’t hang on cookie popularity, however, since Clinton’s husband won the election.

Variants in today’s chips can produce many different cookies, and white chocolate or peanut butter chips are popular. Some people also add candy-coated chocolate instead of, or in addition to, morsels. Chocolate chips can be larger or smaller than the standard size and may be semi-sweet, milk chocolate, or bittersweet.

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