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A Taste of Utica Chocolate Filled Cookies

A Taste of Utica Chocolate Filled Cookies by Joanne

Not too difficult and certainly worth every effort. This delightful cookie comes in a log and you simply slice as desired. It's a good thing the recipe makes 3 large cookie logs because you'll want a lot of extra.

1 vote
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Gluten Free Millet Pancakes

Gluten Free Millet Pancakes by Joanne

Pancakes: Healthy and Gluten Free Gluten Free and Vegetarian pancakes. What a way to start the day! Based on a recipe from Yummly. Millet is the grain of choice in this pancake recipe. Why? It is high in protein and gluten free. Millet is considered a whole-grain food which protects against cardiovascular disease and…

1 vote
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St. Joseph's Bread

St. Joseph's Bread by Joanne

A braided bread finished with an egg wash and sesame seeds. Crisp crust and tender crumb. Great for dipping in your favorite pasta sauce or straight up with a bit of extra sharp cheddar cheese and fresh sliced tomato. Makes 2 Loaves

3 votes
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Ellie's Cioppino

Ellie's Cioppino by Joanne

Another good recipe by Ellie Krieger for the classic Italian Fish Stew. Delicious and healthy. What more could we ask?

1 vote
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Cannoli

Cannoli by Joanne

A crisp, light shell with a deliciously rich and creamy sweet ricotta filling. This is one of the most popular desserts in upstate New York

5 votes
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St. Patrick's Day Quick Cake

St. Patrick's Day Quick Cake by Joanne

Prepare in 10 minutes. Bake it in 45 minutes. Eat it in RECORD TIME. So good. So moist.

2 votes
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Vegetarian Pate or Faux Foie Gras

Vegetarian Pate or Faux Foie Gras by Joanne

In our health conscious world, who really wants to indulge in such a fatty delicacy. In the world of Vegans and Vegetarians, we shiver at the mention of this dish. The following recipe will make the Foie Gras lover AND the Vegetarian appreciate the smooth, delicate, winy flavor of this appetizer.

1 vote
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Tabouli

Tabouli by Joanne

There isn't a side dish that offers a fresher taste than tabouli. The lemon, the parsley...they clean your mouth with garden fresh flavors. Healthy, filling and such a reward to have next to your favorite entree.

3 votes
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Anginetti: Lemon Drop Cookies

Anginetti: Lemon Drop Cookies by Joanne

Deliciously light, lemony, and zesty. An easy cookie to make and it looks terrific on any party tray.

1 vote
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Basil Pesto

Basil Pesto by Joanne

If your garden is over flowing with basil, get the Ball freezer jars ready because you just can't make enough of this easy yet robust, flavorful pesto. It makes a terrific sauce and a nice little dip for crudites or crackers. The recipe yields two Ball 16 oz. Freeze Jars of Pesto. *You’ll want more.

1 vote
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Pastaciotti or Pusties

Pastaciotti or Pusties by Joanne

Italian pudding filled pastries. A sweet, delicate dough housing a deliciously smooth filling. These will be a hit with everyone. Be sure to put the little button on top of the vanilla filled pusties otherwise those chocolate seekers may pick up the wrong one.

1 vote
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100% Vegetable lasagna

100% Vegetable lasagna by Joanne

If taken literally this is not lasagna at all but maybe a vegetable lamination? You see, lasagna is first and foremost a noodle, not a dish (according to the “Cook’s Canon” by Raymond Sokolov). Taking the literal translation a little further, in classical Latin, laganum is something made of flour and oil which eventually rose to…

2 votes
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Gluten Free Appetizers For All

Gluten Free Appetizers For All by Joanne

What you can do with a butternut squash and sweet potato is just amazing. Be creative. Think savory, sweet, delicious and neat.

1 vote
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Italian Greens - Utica Style

Italian Greens - Utica Style by Joanne

This is the ever popular dish that you won't find anywhere but in Utica, NY unless the cook/chef has originated from Utica. There is even an annual Greens making contest which draws folks from all over to taste test and vote for the areas best greens.

1 vote
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Scallops in a snap

Scallops in a snap by Joanne

Easy Eats: Scallops are one of the easiest meals to put on the table. If you are short on time, cook scallops.

2 votes
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