Cinnabon Strawberry Lemonade & Mochalatta Chill

Cinnabon gives lemonade a twist by adding strawberry syrup. It's a simple clone when you snag some Hershey's strawberry syrup (near the chocolate syrup in your supermarket), and a few juicy lemons.

But if it's a bit of a caffeine buzz you're looking for -- enhanced by a killer chocolaterush -- it's the Mochalatta Chill you'll want to whip up. Brew some double-strength coffee (see Tidbits) and let it cool off, then get out the half & half and chocolate syrup. Man, these sippers recipe are just too dang easy!

Strawberry Lemonade

1/2 cup lemon juice (from 3-4 fresh lemons)

1/4 cup sugar

2 cups water

2 tablespoons Hershey strawberry syrup

1. Mix ingredients together in a pitcher. Serve over ice.

Makes 2 drinks.

Mochalatta Chill

1 cup double strength coffee, cold (see Tidbits)

1 cup half and half

1/2 cup Hershey's chocolate syrup

Topping

whipped cream

1. Combine all ingredients in a small pitcher. Stir well or cover and shake. Pour over ice in two 16 ounce glasses, and top with whipped cream.

Makes 2 large drinks.

Tidbits

Make double-strength coffee in your coffee maker by adding half the water suggested by the manufacturer. Allow coffee to chill in the refrigerator before using it in this recipe.

Cinnabon Icescape

In a blender, Cinnabon adds concentrated flavoring, some ice and a curious secret ingredient referred toonly as a "dairy product." When blended smooth, out comes these thick, refreshing drinks that look and taste like they were made with ice cream.

For this clone we just need a little half-and-half (that's half cream and half milk for those of you across the pond). It gives this version the exact same creamy consistency as the original with its custom"dairy" ingredient. Strawberry is the most popular ofthe flavors, but the other two are tasty as well.

The Mochalatta version recipe uses the TSR clone of the Mochalatta Chill from last week and produces as thicker blended version of the drink, similar to Starbuck's popular blended Frappuccino.

Strawberry

1 cup water

1/4 cup granulated sugar

3 cups crushed ice

1/3 cup frozen whole strawberries (about 4 large strawberries)

1/2 cup half-and-half

1/4 cup lemon juice

1/4 cup Hershey strawberry syrup

1. Combine the water and sugar in a cup and stir until the sugar is dissolved.

2. Add this sugar syrup to other ingredients in a blender. Blend on high speed until the drink is smooth. Serve in two 16-ounce glasses.

Makes 2 large drinks.

Orange

3 cups crushed ice

1 cup water

2/3 cup orange juice

1/2 cup half-and-half

3 tablespoons Tang orange drink mix

1. Mix all ingredients in a blender set on high speed until smooth and creamy. Serve in two 16-ounce glasses.

Makes 2 large drinks.

Mochalatta

3 cups crushed ice

1 1/2 cups TSR version of Mochalatta Chill

1/2 cup half-and-half

2 tablespoons chocolate syrup

1. Mix all ingredients in a blender set on high speed until smooth and creamy. Serve in two 16-ounce glasses.

Makes 2 large drinks.

BOB "OVEN'S " COLONIAL DRESSING

BOB "OVEN'S " COLONIAL DRESSING


Serving Size : 1

Categories : Dressings

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 c Water
1/8 c Cornstarch
1/2 c Vinegar -- light or dark
1 c Sugar
1 t Onion powder
1 tb Salt
1/4 c Butter or margarine
1/2 ts Pepper
1 t Celery salt
1 tb Celery seed

Put water and cornstarch into blender on High speed for 1 minute or until smooth. Transfer to a 2 1/2 qt. saucepan. Cook mixture over Medium High heat, stirring constantly as you begin to add each of the remaining ingredients, stirring well after each addition. Cook and continue stirring until it begins to thicken and become quite smooth. Let it cool completel before pouring into a refrigerator container. Cap tightly. Kepps for about weeks. Do Not Freeze.

Makes 2 1/2 cups.

Variations:

Creamy Italian Colonial: to one recipe (above) add

1 Tbsp. prepared mustard,

1 Tbsp. light corn syrup,

1 Tbsp. dry oregano leaves,
1/2 tsp. garlic powder and

1/2 cup mayonnaise. Stir to
combine well. Keep refrigerated.

Makes about 3 cups.
Do Not Freeze.

Catalina Colonial: To one recipe (above) add:

1 cup catsup and

1/2 cup sweet pickle relish.

Makes 3 1/2 cups.

Creamy Onion Dressing: To one recipe (above) stir in:

8 ounce carton onion chip dip.

Makes 3 cups. Do Not Freeze.

Slaw Dressing: To one recipe (above) stir in:

1/2 cup sour cream,

1/2 cup mayonnaise.

Use within one week of preparing.
Makes 3 cups. Do Not Freeze.

Baby Ruth Candy Bar

Baby Ruth Candy Bar

Beneath the chocolate of Nestle popular candy bar is a chewy, peanut-covered center that resembles Hershey's PayDay. To clone this one we'll only have to make a couple adjustments to the PayDay clone recipe, then add the milk chocolate coating.

Even though the wrapper of this candy bar calls the center "nougat," it's more of a white or blonde fudge that you can make in a saucepan on your stovetop with a candy thermometer. This recipe will explain it all.

Centers

1/4 cup whole milk

5 unwrapped caramels

1 tablespoon light corn syrup

1 teaspoon butter

1/4 teaspoon vanilla

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
20 unwrapped caramels

1 1/2 teaspoons water

2 cups dry roasted peanuts

1 12-ounce bag milk chocolate chips

1. Combine all ingredients for the centers, except the powdered sugar, in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir often as the caramel slowly melts. When the mixture is smooth, add 3/4 cup of powdered sugar. Stir. Save the remaining 1/2 cup of powdered sugar for later.

2. Use a candy thermometer to bring the mixture to exactly 230 degrees, stirring often, then turn off the heat.

3. When the temperature of the candy begins to drop, add the remaining 1/2 cup powdered sugar to the pan, then use a hand mixer on high speed to combine. Keep mixing until the candy cools and thickens and can no longer be mixed. That should take a minute or two.

4. Let the candy cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, or until it can be touched. Don't let it sit too long - you want the candy to still be warm and pliable when you shape it. Take a tablespoon-size portion and roll it between your palms or on a countertop until it forms a roll the width of your index finger, and measuring about 4 1/2-inches long. Repeat with the remaining center candy mixture and place the rolls on wax paper. You should have 8 rolls. Let the center rolls sit out for an hour or two to firm up.

5. Combine the 20 caramels with the 1 1/2 teaspoons of water in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir often until the caramels melt completely, then turn off the heat. If you work fast this caramel will stay warm while you make the candy bars.

6. Pour the peanuts onto a baking sheet or other flat surface. Using a basting brush and working quickly, "paint" a coating of caramel onto one side of a center roll. Quickly turn the center over, caramel side down, onto the peanuts and press gently so that the peanuts stick to the surface of the candy. Paint more caramel onto the other side of the roll and press it down onto the peanuts. The candy should have a solid layer of peanuts covering all sides. If needed, brush additional caramel onto the roll, then turn it onto the peanuts to coat the roll completely. Place the candy bar onto wax paper, and repeat with the remaining ingredients. Place these bars into your refrigerator for an hour or two so that they firm up.

7. Pour the milk chocolate chips into a glass or ceramic bowl and zap it in the microwave for 2 minutes on 50 percent power. Gently stir the chips, then heat for an additional 30 seconds at 50 percent power. Repeat if necessary, stirring gently after each 30 seconds. Don't overcook the chips or the chocolate will burn and seize up on you.

8. Drop a candy bar center into the melted milk chocolate. Cover the candy bar with chocolate using two forks, one in each hand. When the candy is covered with chocolate, balance the bar on both of the forks, one at each end of the candy bar, and tap the forks on the top edge of the bowl so that much of the chocolate drops off. Carefully place the candy bar onto wax paper and remove the two forks. Repeat with the remaining ingredients, and then chill the candy bars until firm.Makes 8 candy bars.

Arby's Bronco Berry Sauce

Arby's Bronco Berry Sauce

This sweet and spicy jelly sauce comes on the side, in little 1.5-ounce containers, with Arby's battered jalapeno and cheese Side Kickers. But, you know, you just never get enough of the tasty gelatinous goo in those little dipping packs to use later with your ownhome-cooked delicacies.

And isn't it odd that the sauce is called "Bronco Berry" when there's not a berry to be found in recipe there? Sure, the sauce is bright red and sugary,but you won't find a speck of fruit on the ingredients list. Nevertheless, the sweet and spicy flavors make this a delicious jelly sauce that has many uses beyond dipping quick service finger foods.

For one, use it as a side for your next batch of lamb chops rather than mint jelly. It would take more than just a few blister packs to perk that meal.

3/4 cup water

1/3 cup sugar

1/4 cup corn syrup

3 tablespoons pectin

2 teaspoons cornstarch

1 teaspoon vinegar

50 drops or 1/4 teaspoon red food coloring

1/8 teaspoon onion powder dash cayenne pepper dash garlic powderdash paprika

1/4 cup minced red bell pepper

1/2 teaspoon minced canned jalapeno peppers

1. Combine all the ingredients except the bell and minced jalapeno peppers in a small saucepan. Whisk well.

2. Set saucepan over medium/high heat, uncovered. Add peppers and bring mixture to a full boil, stirring often.

3. Reduce heat and simmer sauce for 5 to 7 minutes, or until thick. Remove from heat and let sauce sit for about 10 minutes. Stir and cover.

4. Use sauce when it reaches room temperature or cover and chill until needed. Makes 1 cup