3 Minute Chocolate Cake

1 Coffee Mug
4 tablespoons flour(that's plain flour, not self-rising)
4 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 egg
3 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons oil
3 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional)
Small splash of vanilla

Add dry ingredients to mug, and mix well . Add the egg and mix thoroughly.
Pour in the milk and oil and mix well.
Add the chocolate chips and vanilla, and mix again.
Put your mug in the microwave and cook for 3 minutes on high.

The cake will rise over the top of the mug, but don't be alarmed!
Allow to cool a little, and tip out onto a plate if desired.
EAT! (this can serve 2 if you want to share! yea- right!)

And why is this the most dangerous cake recipe in the world? Because now we are all less than 5 minutes away from chocolate cake at any time of the day or night!

From Valerie

Turkey Gravy

• Pan juices - scrape pan to get stuck on pieces loose
  
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 4 Tablespoons butter
• 4 Tablespoons flour
• Dash of Liquid Smoke
• 1/4 teaspoon Mrs Dash Garlic and Herb seasoning
  

Heat the pan juices in the roasting pan. Skim off fat and remove any large leftover pieces. Pour juice into measuring cup and add chicken broth to make 2 cups.

Melt butter in saucepan. Whisk in flour and whisk until it browns slightly (2-3 minutes). Whisking constantly, pour in the broth until the gravy thickens. Season with Mrs. Dash, Liquid Smoke, salt and pepper (if needed).

Broccoli Salad

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 5-6 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 pound of florets)
• 1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds
• 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
• 1/4 cup of red onion, chopped
• 1 cup of frozen peas, thawed (or fresh peas if you can get them)
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup honey

Bring a large pot of water, salted with a teaspoon of salt, to a boil. Add the broccoli florets. Cook 1-2 minutes, depending on how crunchy you want the broccoli. 1 minute will turn the broccoli bright green, and leave it still pretty crunchy. 2 minutes will cook the broccoli through, but still firm. Set your timer and do not cook for more than 2 minutes, or the broccoli will get mushy. Drain the broccoli and immediately put into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Let cool and drain.

Combine broccoli florets, almonds, crumbled bacon, chopped onion, and peas in a large serving bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, cider vinegar and honey. Add dressing to the salad and toss to mix well. Chill thoroughly before serving.

Serves 4 to 6

Marinated Greek Salad

• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup green olives
• 1 pint grape tomatoes
• 1 cup Italian or Greek salad dressing
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (to ruin it)
  

In large glass bowl, combine all ingredients, cover and refrigerate 4-6 hours to blend flavors. Makes 8 serving

Scalloped Potatos

• 4 cups sliced raw potatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
• 8 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups milk

Place half the potatoes in a greased baking dish. Sprinkle with half the salt, pepper, flour, onion, and cheese. Dot with bits of butter. Repeat layer then add milk to cover potatoes. Cover with foil or lid and bake at 350° for 30 to 40 minutes, or until tender. Take the lid off near the end of cooking to brown, or put under broiler for a few minutes.
Serves 4 to 6.

Spring Rolls Dipping Sauce

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons chili paste with garlic

Combine 5 ingredients in heavy small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and reduce until syrupy, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and add chili paste. Allow to cool. Can be made up to 3 days before needed.