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Thanks to Ken and Nancy, we have provided some of the recipes that they discussed on Episode 10 of SCI Life Uncovered. Be sure to scroll down to see them all!

Ken's Recipes

Thanks to Ken, we have provided some of his recipes that were discussed during Episode 10 of SCI Life Uncovered.

Mashed Potatoes

INGREDIENTS

• 12 Yukon Gold potatoes - 3½–4 pounds.
• Kosher salt
• 5 large egg yolks
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
• 3/4 cup sour cream
• 10 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, finely ground

PREPARATION

Place potatoes in a large pot and pour in water to cover. Season liberally with salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high. Reduce heat and simmer until a knife slides easily through potatoes, 25–35 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly. Preheat oven to 425°F. Whisk egg yolks, garlic, cream, sour cream, butter, and ground pepper in a large bowl; season generously with salt. Mash potatoes thoroughly. Add mashed potatoes into bowl with egg mixture. Fold in gently until just combined, being careful not to over-mix. Transfer to a 3-quart baking dish and decoratively swirl surface. Bake, rotating once, until golden brown and slightly puffed, 30–40 minutes.

Dish can be assembled 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Increase bake time by 5–10 minutes.

Pumpkin Pie Tip

Take your favorite pumpkin pie recipe, and replace white sugar with brown sugar. Then add zest & juice of one orange. Bake to your recipes directions.

Cranberry Sauce

INGREDIENTS

• 1-1lb bag fresh/frozen cranberries.
• 1-Cup white sugar.
• 1-Cup water.
• Zest & juice of 1 orange.

PREPARATION

Combine all ingredients in large pot. Bring to boil over medium - high, stirring Frequently. Reduce heat to a simmer. Let mixture reduce until thickens slightly. About 15 -20 Minutes.

Make up to a week ahead.

Nancy's Recipe

Apple Crisp

INGREDIENTS

• 4 cups thinly sliced apples
• 1/4-Cup water
• 1-Cup packed brown sugar
• 3/4-Cup flour
• 1/3-Cup cold butter cubes
• 1-Tsp Cinnamon

PREPARATION

Place apples in glass cake pan 13 x 9 set aside. Preheat oven to 350. For the topping, mix together the brown sugar, flour, cold butter cubes, and cinnamon to form a crumble top. Place on top of the apples bake for 40 minutes and enjoy.