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The LDSCN Weekly Recipe Archive Sesame Seed

These recipes are not original to me but can be found at the sites listed. Desi

Grilled Sesame Seed Steak Strips with Vegetables
(there have been minor changes made in the recipe, the original is at the site listed)

Ingredients

• ½ cup soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1 med onion,chopped
• ½ cup green onion,chopped
• 1 clove garlic,crushed
• ½ tspn ground ginger
• 3 lb beef sirloin, cut into thin strips
• 2 large green peppers, cut into squares, blanched
• 20 large mushroom caps
• 16 cherry tomatoes

1. For marinade, place soy sauce, sesame seeds, Worchester shire sauce, chopped onions, garlic and ginger in blender jar; blend well.
2. Place meat in a large glass or enamel bowl and pour marinade over. Marinate several hours or overnight,stirring occasionally.
3. Just before cooking, remove meat from marinade and drain, reserving marinade. Thread meat on skewers, alternating with green pepper pieces, cherry tomatoes and mushroom caps.
4. Brush with cooking oil. Grill to desired doneness, basting with marinade several times during cooking. http://www.igrandparents.com/ (check out this site. It has some good ideas.)

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Sesame Seed Cookies
by Wen Zientek-Sico

These sophisticated cookies have wonderful flavor and crunch and are a nice change of pace. They are equally suitable for both Christmas cookie platters and Chanukah gifts. They look great wrapped in clear cellophane bags, or placed in rows in decorative boxes.

To toast a small batch of sesame seeds, spread in a medium-heavy skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for a few minutes, or until the seeds are golden brown and have a rich aroma. For larger batches, spread the seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees, stirring occasionally, for 12-17 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 cup softened butter
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup toasted sesame seeds

Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and heavily grease several baking sheets. Sift the flour, salt, and baking soda into a small bowl. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, and mix until very smooth. Mix in the flour mixture until just combined. Fold in the sesame seeds. Drop the dough by the tablespoonful onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving about 1 1/2 inches between each cookie. Bake for about 6 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
Makes about 4 dozen cookies.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 21 minutes

I use sesame seed in many recipes. I put about 1/2 cup in my basic tortilla dough recipe. I have also added about 1/4 cup to my regular bread dough and also to bagel dough. I found it was better to add it to the dough rather than just pasting them to the top. I prefer the brown, unhulled variety. This gives a nutty flavor to the finished product. They also become quite soft during the baking and are less likely to cause dental irritation in those that might have to wear dentures.

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All recipes compiled by Desi Ellis.

Revised: 31 Dec 01