The Costco Connection - October 2018

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Chocolate Budino

; cup Frank’s Red
Hot pepper sauce
¼ cup coconut oil
½ Tbsp apple cider
vinegar
¼ tsp Worcestershire
sauce

Bu;alo Cauliflower

Place the hot sauce, coconut oil, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and salt in a bowl and whisk until combined.

Toss cauliflower florets in sauce. Place on air fryer tray.

Set to cook for 10 minutes at 300 F. Makes 2 servings.

I can also bake, roast and grill. My meal options—beyond the guilt-free crunchy pleasures mentioned above—are as varied as they are delicious. It has quickly become my favorite kitchen appliance.

Here are a few features to look for in choosing an air fryer:

Touch-button presets. Preprogrammed cooking modes eliminate the guesswork in setting temperatures and cook times.

Easy-to-read and -use display. Just set the timer and go about doing other things.

Easy-clean convenience. This is a must for busy cooks.

Enhanced cooking performance. Some models include a stainless steel floating rack that can be used to raise the cooking level or increase cooking capacity with two tiers.

Detachable basket. This accessory allows you to easily transport meals from the air fryer to the serving dish.

Cookbook included. A super way to try delicious recipes recommended by the unit’s maker.

So, eat healthy. Eat what you like. Stop ordering out and start frying in. Air fryers cook a variety of foods to crisp, flavorful perfection, saving you time, money and calories in the process. They are everything to love about frying, but without the guilt of heavy fat.

I have become such a fan of air frying that every day is “fryday” at Cat’s house.

Chocolate Budino

Cooking spray

3 Tbsp all-purpose
flour, plus extra for
coating ramekins
½ lb bittersweet
chocolate, shaved

Spray and flour 12 aluminum ramekins. Set aside.

Place the chocolate in the top of a double boiler or a large bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water over low heat. Melt the chocolate slowly, stirring occasionally.

In a medium bowl, gently whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, sugar and flour. Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated. When the chocolate is smooth, remove the bowl from the hot water and add the margarine. Stir until the margarine is melted and the chocolate is smooth again. Add the egg mixture, mixing well.

Spoon the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling each one half full. Air-fry at 310 F for 13 minutes. The edges will have just begun to pull away from the sides, and the center should still look moist and shiny. Remove the ramekins from the air fryer and let cool for 10 minutes.