- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a pizza pan or large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, white sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat in the egg and egg yolk until light and creamy. Mix in the dry ingredients until just blended. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Form the Cookie: Spread the cookie dough out on the prepared pan into a large circle, leaving a bit of space at the edges as it will spread.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are lightly toasted. Cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
3. Jumbo Lasagna
Ingredients:
- 1 lb lasagna noodles
- 2 lbs ricotta cheese
- 1 lb mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage, casing removed
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Precook Noodles: Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Rinse under cold water and set aside.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, 1/2 of the shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, eggs, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook Meat: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and sausage. Drain the excess fat. Stir in the marinara sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Assemble the Lasagna: In a large baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce. Layer noodles on top, followed by a layer of the cheese mixture. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of noodles topped with meat sauce and the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and browned. Let it rest for 15 minutes before serving.
These jumbo recipes are designed to feed a crowd and are perfect for any gathering where you want to impress with both the size and flavor of your dishes. Each recipe can be customized to suit your taste preferences, making them versatile as well as delicious. Enjoy the process of creating these oversized delights!