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Pear & Fig Chutney

Pear & Fig Chutney by Amos Miller

I still had a few pears from the orchard and the figs are almost finished. Why not a Pear & Fig chutney? Easily done! This is everything a chutney should be. The flavors of the pears, combined with the figs' texture and sweetness, the plump raisins and blend of vinegars easily marry to the aromatic spices. And a quality cracked…

10 votes
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Cajun Crowder Beans

Cajun Crowder Beans by Amos Miller

Also known as Crowder peas, these delicious little fellas can often be found in frozen form at the store. These are fresh picked right here in Michigan and, like fava beans and so many other seasonal treats, we rush them to the table. Crowders are really a 'Southern' treat and I first enjoyed them when visiting relatives in West…

2 votes
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Texas Chuck Wagon Chili (with Venison or Beef)

Texas Chuck Wagon Chili (with Venison or Beef) by Amos Miller

I originally made this with chuck roasts that I would trim out and dice into 1/4 inch cubes. Yes, you will form a blister or two - but it is well worth it. In 1987, this chili, I'm pleased to say, was judged best by members of the Chicago Fire Department in a Chicago Chili Cookoff. This is truly a Texas Chuck Wagon Chili: no…

2 votes
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Cheese Sauce for Beginners

Cheese Sauce for Beginners by myra byanka

Cheese sauce can be tough for beginning cooks to master. Lumps and cheese curdling are two of the biggest problems. This is a basic cheese sauce that will work for macaroni and cheese, nachos, broccoli and cauliflower, fries, as an additive to casseroles, to use for sandwiches, and more. This sauce can have things added to it,…

4 votes
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Artichoke Heart, Cheese and Basil Appetizer

Artichoke Heart, Cheese and Basil Appetizer by David Van Buskirk

Warm, cheesy, bubbly cheese:::drink some wine and enjoy your day...and top it off with some toasted bread or tortilla chips...life is good....

2 votes
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Crock Pot Baked Potato Recipe

Crock Pot Baked Potato Recipe by Claudia lamascolo

I would have never dreamed how easy these were, delicious and fun to make the toppings for. Just think, baked potatoes ready in a crock pot? The kids could make their own snack after school, lunch, dinner, the list goes on and on. Topping suggestions are available on the blog post!

1 vote
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Asian-inspired Mini-Meatballs

Asian-inspired Mini-Meatballs by Amos Miller

A perfect appetizer, great hot or cold, and can be easily made the day before the party in a large crock pot. All you’ll need is toothpicks and tiny plates! I’ve built upon an interesting recipe I found for meatballs with a teriyaki sauce and the inclusion of, yes, dried cranberries. This was so tasty when I first made my…

3 votes
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The Twisted Cauli.

The Twisted Cauli. by jeff holmes

A cajun twist to the every day boring cauliflower. I was looking for a new way to get my veggies but not have that classic veggie taste. So, I decided to experiment one night with a head of cauliflower and came up with the new and exciting recipe.

2 votes
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Grandma's Lentils and Rice Video Instructions

Grandma's Lentils and Rice Video Instructions by Claudia lamascolo

This recipe includes a video, lentils were cooked in the crockpot over night, now here's what we did with them!

2 votes
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