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Apple-Oatmeal Cookies by Robyn SavoieThese soft, chewy cookies are perfect for filling the cookie jar. |
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Lemon-Cranberry Biscotti by J. Gino GenovesiThe biscotti had its origin in Roman times They are a dry, crunchy cookie that contains no fat and quite nourishing. .A food with sustenance and carried by the Roman Legions into battle; perhaps this action help fuel the expansion of the Roman Empire since they were so light and easy to carry into battle. The biscotti became… |
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Cheesy Potatoes by Marilyn LesniakThis is so easy to make but it will give that WOW factor to your dinner. I used potato chips for the topping, but most recipes call for corn flakes. The cheese is so yummy and I get asked to make this for all the family get togethers. I never have leftovers from this, so make sure you get the first helping and hide it in the… |
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Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes by Marilyn LesniakThese Maple Roasted sweet potatoes are the perfect accompaniment with any main dish. They are low in calories and the vegetables are good for you too. The kids love them and won't give you a hard time about having to eat them. It is like having dessert during the main meal! |
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Rhubarb-Ginger Upside-Down Cake by Robyn SavoieRhubarb cake gets a delightful update with the spicy-sweet addition of crystallized ginger to its caramelized topping. Cake flour provides an extra-light crumb. |
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Mercedes' green tomatoes cake by MichelineThis is a great cake recipe to make at the end of summer when green tomatoes are plentiful. This is one of the most delicious cake I have ever eaten. |
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Everything Goes Oatmeal Coookies by J. Gino GenovesiThis is an original recipe. I was making them, years ago, because my children wanted a "loaded" oatmeal cookie that was good, soft and plump. Now my grand children like them and I thought I would pass it on so others can enjoy them. They are easy to prepare and delicious. Chef J. Gino Genovesi |
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Honey Rosemary Chicken by Salad FoodieI really liked the marinade/glaze and its rosemary and balsamic flavors. If preferred, substitute boneless skinless chicken breasts and/or thighs or other chicken parts (baking time for smaller or thicker pieces will need to be adjusted.) This recipe will lend itself to your busy schedule: (1) Marinate the chicken in fridge while you… |
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Chef Gino's Peanut Blossom Cookies by J. Gino GenovesiPeanut Blossoms were developed by Freda Smith from Gibsonburg, Pa. in a National Pillsbury Bake-Offf competition in 1949. In 1957 she entered the recipe in another competition, however, her recipe did not clinch the grand prize. Pillsbury established a Bake-Off Hall of Fame. They later designed a cookbook , and her recipe was… |
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Brown & Wild Rice Stuffed Squash by Salad FoodieA healthy and delectable alternative to traditional stuffing, Brown & Wild Rice Stuffed Squash by the California Wild Rice Advisory Board is perfect for the holiday season. This festive dish combines the warm flavors of acorn squash, maple syrup and nutmeg with 100% whole grain brown and wild rice. I can see this stuffing also served… |
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Apple Muffins ( no butter) by A Cook at HeartThese apple muffins are moist and mildly sweet. Oil is substituted for butter. |
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Danish Apple Pudding by Salad FoodieA Danish grandmother’s recipe from the old country, this is a unique way to use your apple stash, and makes a lighter dessert to serve during the holidays. I served this with a Danish-theme dinner party. Recipe is based on one from food.com. |
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French Bread by Traditional Yeast Method (no bread machine) by Salad FoodieExperimenting with several ways to get a good loaf of French bread without using my bread machine, I am ready to share this version over all I tried. It has a chewy crust and a beautiful fine grain. While my bread machine version (see "Useful Links" below) takes only about 5 minutes of active chef time, this recipe requires perhaps 35… |
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French Bread by Bread Machine by Salad FoodieThis recipe requires the French Bread setting on my bread machine, best suited for bread doughs low in fat and sugar; this results in a crisp crust and coarse, chewy exterior. (It is similar to the Whole Wheat setting though not identical.....but just might work.) However if neither are available on your machine you could use the… |
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Basil Tandoori Chicken With Longan Salsa by Navaneetham KrishnanServed with a refreshing longan salsa, it's tender at the core yet firm and crispy on the outside. |
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