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Technique Tuesday: Compound Butter

Technique Tuesday: Compound Butter by The Happiest Belly

Technique Tuesday: Compound ButterCompound butter is one of those culinary wonders ~ it is incredibly easy to make, very impressive to serve and it leaves you full of possibilities! Knowing how to make and use compound butter will considerably increase your culinary repetoire. It takes just plain old butter from ordinary to…

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Marinated London Broil with Merlot Mushrooms

Marinated London Broil with Merlot Mushrooms by The Happiest Belly

Marinated London Broil with Merlot MushroomsYou are not going to believe how easy, inexpensive and delicious this recipe is! It's wonderful for entertaining, because a little goes a long way. London broil is often on sale for as low as $2.99 a pound. It needs to be marinated and sliced against the grain, but, when cooked properly, it…

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Technique Tuesday: Citrus Tips

Technique Tuesday: Citrus Tips by The Happiest Belly

Technique Tuesday: Citrus TipsI absolutely love cooking with citrus! I make a lot of different marinades and dressings using citrus juice and zest; they can breathe new life into almost any food! Using orange, lemon, lime, and even grapefruit adds so much to a dish. Bright and clean, the flavor of citrus perks up all sorts of salads,…

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Garlic-Mozzarella Bread

Garlic-Mozzarella Bread by The Happiest Belly

Garlic-Mozzarella BreadGarlic bread is such a delicious addition to any Italian dinner. Adding some fresh mozzarella on top makes it extra special! It's simple, quick and only requires a few ingredients to make. I usually serve it with homemade ravioli (search in the sidebar for my recipe), lasagna or arrabiatta. You can even add some…

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Peanut Butter-Cream Cheese Brownies

Peanut Butter-Cream Cheese Brownies by The Happiest Belly

Peanut Butter-Cream Cheese BrowniesThis recipe is a variation on my basic brownie recipe and is sure to please anyone who tastes it! There are a lot of huge peanut butter fans in my family, so this dessert is requested pretty frequently. The magical combination of peanut butter and chocolate makes these brownies extra special, and the…

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Spicy Garlic Noodles

Spicy Garlic Noodles by The Happiest Belly

Spicy Garlic NoodlesI absolutely love the flavor of these yummy noodles! They are so easy to make, and you can find all the necessary ingredients in most grocery stores (you can always visit an Asian specialty store for lower prices and better selection). I usually serve this as a side dish, but you can throw in a protein like chicken…

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Technique Tuesday: Apple Pie Tips

Technique Tuesday: Apple Pie Tips by The Happiest Belly

Apple pie is a once a year endeavor in my house. It is a more labor intensive dessert than my usual favorites, but it is absolutely delicious and perfect when made from beautiful, hand picked apples from our favorite orchard every fall. The smell of this pie baking fills up my whole house with the most incredible, warm and homey smell…

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Caramel Apple Pie

Caramel Apple Pie by The Happiest Belly

Caramel Apple PieHere is my caramel apple pie recipe as promised! Make sure to serve it warmed with vanilla ice cream. SOOOO GOOOOD!Pie Crust:Blend 2 1/2 cups flour with 14 tbsp. cold butter and 1/2 tsp. salt. Stream in 6-7 tbsp. cold water until dough just comes together. Separate into two equal sized balls and wrap in plastic.…

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Technique Tuesday: Perfectly Mashed Potatoes

Technique Tuesday: Perfectly Mashed Potatoes by The Happiest Belly

I make so many different varieties of mashed potatoes at my house ~ from mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar and pecans to twice baked mashed potatoes with bacon and cheese. Mashed potatoes are a great cool weather side dish; they are hearty and delicious and make a great addition to steaks, BBQ or grilled pork/chicken. I really…

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Bacon Cheddar Barbecue Burger

Bacon Cheddar Barbecue Burger by The Happiest Belly

This is my go-to burger for days when I think my husband and I need a pick me up. It's quick and easy and is sinfully delicious. This burger satisfies any beef craving and is a fun alternative to a plain cheeseburger. It's also very inexpensive to make, so it's great for casual entertaining. Enjoy!Serves 4Ingredients:Mix chuck with…

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