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Ed's Chicago Cocoa Chili ( aka Chocolate Chili )

Ed's Chicago Cocoa Chili ( aka Chocolate Chili ) by Edward Heller

I like cooking and I love chili and chocolate, so if there was any way I could combine the three, I was gonna do it. So here is my quite excellent balance of sweet, sour, salty and spicy, which I hope you will enjoy as well. (This recipe has been on recipezaar-dot-com since 2002, where 50 people have posted reviews of my chili…

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Italian Flag Roasted Chicken

Italian Flag Roasted Chicken by Smokinhotchef

This is another wonderful roasted chicken with a myriad of delectables stuffed under the skin and inside the bird itself. The name comes from the red sundried tomatoes, the white garlic and the choice selection of fresh green herbs blended with butter and distributed underneath the skin in delicious complex harmony. This is a quicker…

2 votes
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Oxtails and Mushroom Mirepoix in Red Wine Reduction

Oxtails and Mushroom Mirepoix in Red Wine Reduction by Smokinhotchef

Savory beef 'oxtails' served in yet another way no less spectacular than the last. A full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon serves as both the marinade and sauce for this recipe. Earthy mushrooms and simmering staples help bring this recipe inspired by Julia Child to it's full capacity. Perfect for a evening of showcasing the diversity of…

2 votes
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Braised Beef Shank and Vegetables in Dark Beer

Braised Beef Shank and Vegetables in Dark Beer by McAllen Ranch

Delicious and hearty!

1 vote
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Creamy Black Bean Magic Bowls

Creamy Black Bean Magic Bowls by Smokinhotchef

South of the border gone wild. These flavorful gems are a big hit with basic taco sides to mix and match to your pleasure. Soaked over night and full of complex spice notes, these beans are a home run and can easily be your favorite Less-meat main dish or a super sassy side!!

1 vote
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Mom's Homemade Peach Dumplings

Mom's Homemade Peach Dumplings by Syi

This recipe was given to me by my mom. When it comes to pies & cobblers, I'm considered a "crust snatcher" as I love the crusts more than the fruit or filling; and when I see a cobbler, I'll cut into it and lift out all of the crust and just leave the fruit and juice for everyone else (if given the chance)! LOL!! So this recipe is…

1 vote
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Herb and Spice Brine Leg of Lamb

Herb and Spice Brine Leg of Lamb by Smokinhotchef

This may be one of my best creations yet. There are an array of herbs and spices, most from my own garden, that help bring this leg of lamb up to that of a prized dish in any locale. The lamb is seasoned in a brine refrigerated for up to 36 hours, so it is essentially a make ahead dish. There is no need for further seasoning…

1 vote
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Super Smoky Southwestern Chili Beans

Super Smoky Southwestern Chili Beans by Smokinhotchef

Don't you just love a great chili with beans recipe? So do I! I have a go to recipe for chili that my family loves and this recipe is a variation. My usual chili recipe is provocative of warm and cozy days possibly containing rain, but not necessarily. This recipe invokes the light and refreshing fragrances of the days of Spring…

1 vote
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Garden Fresh Brine Roasted Chicken

Garden Fresh Brine Roasted Chicken by Smokinhotchef

Nothing's more versatile than a flavorful bird at your fingertips. There are many ways to serve this chicken, but I prefer the traditional and beautifully simple whole roasted!

1 vote
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Spring Vegetable Soup

Spring Vegetable Soup by Michelle Jensen

Fresh Veggie Soup with a tomato, garlic, and fresh basil puree. This Soup came about due to a thriving basil plant. I had a basil plant that was getting too tall, so I did a search on the internet for basil recipes. It brought me a recipe that is by Wolfgang Puck. I have added a little bit and altered it to fit my situation and…

1 vote
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