White Chicken Enchiladas

1. This recipe calls for diced green chilies.  Don't let that fool you, these are NOT spicy in the least.  My 3 year old and 1 year old love them.2. If you would like, you can substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream in the recipe.  It is a 1 for 1 substitute.3. If you cook your chicken...

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Sweet and Sour Chicken

Sweet and Sour Chickenadapted from: Mels Kitchen CafeChicken Breading:3-5 chicken breastsalt and pepper1 cup cornstarch2 eggs, beaten1/3 cup canola oilRinse chicken, trim off fat or extras and then cut into 1 inch cubes. season with salt and pepper. Dip chicken into cornstarch and coat all the way and then into...

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Homemade Pretzel

Homemade Pretzel Yum!Ingredients:For the Dough:12.5 oz all purpose flour (2.5 cups)1/2 tsp sea salt1 tsp sugar2.25 tsp instant quick rise yeast1 cup warm water (110 degrees F)For the Topping:1/2 cup warm water1 tbsp baking sodavegetable oil for greasing the sheet pancoarse sea salt, for sprinkling3 tbsp unsalted...

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Breakfast

breakfastIngredients3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted8 slices white or whole-wheat sandwich bread6 slices bacon6 large eggsCoarse salt and ground pepperDirectionsPreheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly butter 6 standard muffin cups. With a rolling pin, flatten bread slices slightly and, with a 4 1/4-inch cookie...

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Chick-Fil-A Nugget

Chick-Fil-A Nugget recipe.2 skinless and boneless chicken breasts1 cup milk1 egg1 1/4 cups flour2 TBSP powdered sugar2 tsp salt1 tsp pepperpeanut oil (is best) or canola oilIn a medium bowl whisk the egg and stir in the milk. Trim any fat away from chicken. Cube chicken into bite size pieces. Place chicken in...

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Low Fat Baked Onion Rings

Low Fat Baked Onion RingsServings: 2 • Serving Size: 1/2 • Old Points: 1 pt • Points+: 2 ptCalories: 74.7 • Fat: 0.6 g • Carb: 14.7 g • Fiber: 1.6 g • Sugar: 1.7 g • Protein: 2.9 g1 medium onion, sliced into 1/4 inch rings2 1/4 cups low fat buttermilk1/2 cup panko bread crumbs1/4 cup Italian seasoned whole wheat...

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White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

White Chocolate Macadamia Nut CookiesIngredients:1 cup butter, softened1 1/2 cups sugar1 cup brown sugar, packed2 eggs, room temperature if possible1 1/2 tsp vanilla3 cups flour1/2 tsp baking soda1 tsp salt1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips1 1/2 cups macadamia nuts, coarsely choppedPreheat oven to 350F. Line 2...

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Chocolate & Nutella Macarons

Chocolate Macarons with Whipped Nutella GanacheIngredients:For the macarons:110 gm blanched slivered almonds200 gm minus 2 Tbs powdered sugar2 Tbs cocoa powder (dark or regular)100 gm egg whites (took me about 3 ½ large eggs), aged in the fridge for 3-5 days50 gm granulated sugarStart by putting the almonds in...

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Toffee Pretzel Bark

Toffee Pretzel Bark (Makes 1 1/2 lbs of bark)Ingredients:14 oz dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips1 cup toffee chips, divided1 cup pretzel pieces, divided4 oz peanut butter chips4 oz milk chocolate chipsLine a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.In a double boiler or in a bowl set over simmering...

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Fudge

Fudge (makes 1 8×8 pan)Ingredients:14-oz semi-sweet chocolate1 14-oz can sweetened condensed milk1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup walnuts, dried fruit, toffee chips, or any other mix-in (optional)Line an 8×8 pan with aluminum foil and spray very lightly with cooking spray.Place chocolate, sweetened condensed...

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Oreo Truffles

Oreo Truffles (makes about 40 truffles)Ingredients:16 oz package of Oreos, divided (or Joe-Joe’s, or Candy Cane Joe-Joe’s)16 oz cream cheese, softened16 oz semi-sweet chocolateLine a cookie sheet with parchment paper.Pulse 9 of the Oreos in a food processor (or blender) until finely groung. Place them in...

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Sour Cream Cookies

Sour Cream Cookies(makes about 60-70 cookies)Ingredients:for the cookies:1/2 cup butter1/2 cup shortening (Crisco)2 cups sugar1 cup sour cream1/2 tsp vanilla3 eggs (beaten lightly)4 cups flour1 tsp baking sodaIn a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda. Set aside.Cream together butter, shortening and...

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Hot Onion Dip

Hot Onion Dip (serves 4-6, appetizer portions)Ingredients:1/2 large onion, finely chopped1 Tbs butter12 oz cream cheese, softened1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 tsp red pepper flakes1 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseSaute onions in butter over medium heat until soft and golden brown. In the meantime, preheat the oven...

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Southwestern Egg Rolls with Avocado Ranch

Southwestern Egg Rolls with Avocado Ranch (makes 48 mini rolls, or 24 regular rolls)Ingredients:For the egg rolls:2 cups frozen corn, thawed1-15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained1-9 oz package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry with paper towel2 cups shredded Mexican cheese1-7oz can diced...

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Chocolate Mint Cupcakes

Chocolate Mint Cupcakes (makes 24 cupcakes)Ingredients:for the cupcakes:2 cups sugar1 3/4 cups flour3/4 cup cocoa powder1-1/2 tsp baking powder1-1/2 tsp baking soda1 tsp salt2 eggs1 cup milk1/2 cup vegetable oil1 tsp vanilla extract1 tsp peppermint extract1 cup boiling waterPreheat oven to 350F. Line 2 muffins...

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Tuxedo Cake

Tuxedo Cake makes a three tiered 8 or 9 inch cakeIngredients:For the cake:2 sticks of unsalted butter2 cups water1 cup canola oil4 cups sugar1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder4 cups all-purpose flour4 eggs1 cup buttermilk1 tbsp. baking soda1/2 tsp salt1 Tbs vanilla extractPreheat oven to 350F. Butter and flour...

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Smoked Salmon Tartare and Cucumber Appetizer

Smoked Salmon Tartare and Cucumber Appetizer(Makes 12)You will need:4 oz smoked salmon, finely chopped2 tsps fresh chives, finely chopped, plus more stalks for garnish1 tsp soy sauce1 1/2 tsps freshly squeezed lemon juice1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil1 avocado, peeled and mashed1/2 of long cucumber, sliced into twelve...

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Sour Cherry Tartlets

Sour Cherry Tartles(Makes 8 tartlets)You will need:Shells:1 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour, plus more for dusting2 tbsp granulated sugar1/4 tsp salt10 tbsp butter3-5 tbsp ice-cold water, plus more if needed8 tartlet molds with removable bottoms (about 2 1/2 inch diameter)Filling:2 lb pitted sour cherries, or...

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Mini Mojito Cupcakes

Mini Mojito Cupcakes(Makes 24 minis or 12 regular cupcakes)Rum CupcakesYou will need:1 cup all purpose flour1 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp baking soda1/4 tsp salt1 stick butter (1/2 cup), softened1/2 cup granulated sugar1 large egg1 tsp vanilla extract1 tsp lime zest1/4 cup dark rum1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauceDirections:1....

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