Saturday, December 21, 2013

Holiday Recipes: Sweet Lorraine's Mac 'n Cheez! and Hudsonville Creamy Cappuccino Nacho

Photo courtesy of Hudsonville
Creamery & Ice Cream Company

I love the holidays and all the great food and recipes that come with it.
I'm a big fan of trying new desserts. And although ice cream on a cold day may not sound all that warming, you're in for a surprise when you try Chef Ray's Hudsonville Creamy Cappuccino Dessert Nacho. A perfect ending to any meal. And if you haven't had the privilege of trying any of Sweet Lorraine's Mac 'n Cheez! I have a couple simple, warm and delicious recipes to share with you.
Start your day with a Breakfast Mac 'n Cheez! and end it with a Winter White Pasta Dessert. They both say Cheez! and will leave your family saying Pleaze!

Chef Ray’s Creamy Cappuccino Dessert Nachos

Here is what you’ll need:
4 Flour Tortillas
2 tbsp. Sugar
1 tsp. Cinnamon
3 scoops of Hudsonville® Creamy Cappuccino Ice Cream
4-5 tbsp. of Hot Fudge Topping 
Whipped Cream
2-3 Strawberries, diced

Preheat your oven to 400F
Cut your tortillas into triangles, place them on a lightly oiled cookie tray and lightly spray the tops of the tortillas as well. (Canola oil spray is recommended)
Combine the sugar and cinnamon together and sprinkle on top of the oiled tortilla triangles. Flip them over and repeat on the other side.
Bake for about 5 minutes on each side or until crispy.
Remove and let cool
Arrange on a large plate, top it with scoops of Hudsonville® Creamy Cappuccino Ice Cream, drizzle with hot fudge, whipped cream, and diced strawberries.

Breakfast All day Mac n' Cheez!
Photo courtesy of Sweet Lorraine's
Breakfast All day Mac n' cheez!
Yield 4 servings
16 oz. cooked pasta
4 oz. crumbled or sliced cooked sausage (your choice)
1/2 tbsp. canola oil
1/2 cup sweet onions diced
1/2 cup bell peppers diced
2 oz. shredded cheese your choice
2 organic or all natural eggs, lightly beaten with 1/4 cup milk
Salt & pepper to taste



Heat large non-stick saute pan with canola oil until hot. Add onions and pepper and cook until softened. Add sausage and pasta and heat over med-low heat. Lightly whip in egg mixture and quickly toss with noodles until eggs start to set add cheese and gently toss. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Serve in bowls and top with toasted bread crumbs.



Winter White Dessert Pasta
Winter White Dessert Pasta
Photo courtesy of Sweet Lorraine's
Makes approximately 4 servings
1 cup cooked custard (like birds eye)
Whip in the following:
1/3 cup fresh ricotta cheese
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Add
6 oz. cooked pasta
1/3 cup grated white chocolate
portion into custard ramekins, sprinkle each with 1/4 tsp. sugar and place under broiler until bubbling.

Top with fresh berries

Recipes and photos all courtesy of Hudsonville Creamery Ice Cream Company and Sweet Lorraine's.