Baked Garlic Cilantro Fries

Ingredients (2-3 servings)5-6 yukon gold potatoes, cut into thin fries2 Tbsp olive oil1/4 – 1/2 tsp garlic powder1/2 – 3/4 tsp sea saltpepper1/4 c. loosely packed cilantro leaves, finely choppedInstructionsPreheat the oven to 425 degrees, and get a baking sheet with rack ready (if no rack, just line with...

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Black Raspberry-Brie Bites

Black Raspberry-Brie Bites2 sheets puff pastry, thawed and rolled to 1/8-inch thick1/2 cup raspberry or black raspberry preserves32 frozen raspberries or black raspberries, thawed and drainedWedge brie cheese, cut into 32 bite-size squaressugarPreheat oven to 400 degrees.Working with one pastry sheet at a time,...

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Louisiana Cajun Shrimp with Chipotle Mayonnaise

Spicy Louisiana Cajun Shrimp with ChipotleServes 6-8 as an appetizer1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, with tail shell intact2 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp Cajun seasoning - homemade or store bought1/2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped1/2 tsp brown sugar1 lemon or lime, sliced in wedges for garnishSalt...

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Pumpkin Pancakes

Pumpkin Pancakes adapted from hereyields 6 pancakesIngredients:1 cup flour1 1/2 Tbs brown sugar1 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp ground allspice1/2 tsp ground cinnamon1/4 tsp salt3/4 cup milk1/2 cup pumpkin puree1 egg1 Tbs vegetable oil1 Tbs vinegarDirections: In a bowl, mix together...

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Andes Mint Cupcakes

IngredientsChocolate Cakes:1 cup sour cream½ cup oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 eggs¼ cup water½ cup buttermilkDevil’s Food Cake MixChocolate Mint Filling:1/3 cup chocolate chips2 tablespoons heavy cream1 teaspoon peppermint extract¼ cup powdered sugarMint Buttercream:8 oz cream cheese6 tablespoons butter3-4...

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Oven Baked Parmesan Seasoned Fries

Oven Baked Parmesan Seasoned FriesNOTE: The amounts listed are for every one pound of fries. One pound of fries is the equivelant of appoximately 3 medium potatoes. (I just double or triple the recipe to fit within my needs).Ingredients:1 pound of medium russet potatoes (approx 3 medium potatoes)1 1/2 TBSP of...

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Egg Drop Soup

Egg Drop SoupServes 4 as an appetizer or 2 for a light dinnerBase Ingredients4 cups (32 oz) chicken or vegetable stock1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cornstarch2 to 4 large eggsSalt or soy sauceFlavoring Extras - Use one or all1/2" fresh ginger, peeled and cut into rounds1 stem lemongrass, bruised1/2 teaspoon peppercorns2...

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Lasagna Soup

Ingredients:2 teaspoons olive oil1 pound Italian turkey sausage, casings removed1 onion, chopped1 green bell pepper, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced1 (32-ounce) container chicken broth1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce1 (14 1/2-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper4 ounces...

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Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies1/2 cup butter2-oz dark chocolate, coarsely chopped1 cup sugar2 large eggs1 tsp vanilla extract1 1/2 tsp red food coloring2/3 cup all purpose flour1/4 tsp salt8-oz cream cheese, room temperature1/3 cup sugar1 large egg1/2 tsp vanilla extractPreheat oven to 350F. Line an 8- or 9-inch...

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Chocolate Chip Cookies

Andes Crème de Menthe Chunk CookiesServings: 4 DozenPreheat oven to 350• 1/2 cup salted butter, softened• 3/4 cup dark brown sugar• 1/2 cup white granulated sugar• 1 teaspoon baking soda• 1 teaspoon baking powder• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract• 2 eggs• 1 package (10 oz) Andes® Creme de Menthe Baking Chips or Andes®...

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Raspberry Swirl Rolls

RASPBERRY SWIRL ROLLS(Adapted from this recipe)*Makes 16 rolls*YOU WILL NEED:Dough:1 cup milk2/3 cup granulated sugar2 packets active dry yeast (1 1/2 tbs)1 stick (4oz) unsalted butter, softened2 large eggs1/4 tsp salt4 1/4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flourFilling:10oz frozen raspberries (not thawed)1/4 cup...

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2 Minutes Chocolate Mug Cake

Salted Caramel Mug CakeWhat you’ll need: {makes 1 mug cake}4 tablespoons all purpose flour4 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 egg – beaten3 tablespoons skim milk1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 salted caramelsWhat to do: 1. Into a small bowl add:...

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Bacon-Wrapped Potato Bites

Bacon-Wrapped Potato Bites with Spicy Sour Cream Dipping SauceMakes about three dozen bites1 pound small or medium red potatoes2 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary1 tablespoon olive oilFreshly ground pepper12 ounces to 1 pound thick-cut bacon1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream1-3 teaspoons...

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Balsamic Marinated Grilled Chicken

Ingredients:4 chicken cutlets, sliced in half if very thickmarinate:1/4 cup balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons dijon mustard1 teaspoon dried fine herbs1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup olive oilAdd marinate ingredients to a jar with a lid and shake it well.Place chicken cutlets in a large ziplock bag and pour...

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Cheesy Bacon Oven Chips

Cheesy Bacon Oven Chips 1 large, uniformly-shaped russet potato, scrubbed well and sliced into 1/8" rounds*cooking spray3/4 C. shredded colby jack or cheddar cheesesalt & pepper to taste2 T. crumbled bacon (about 2 slices) - I used real bacon bitschopped parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)Preheat...

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Homemade French Bread

Ingredients2 1/4 cup warm water2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon yeast1 tablespoon salt2 tablespoon oil5 1/2 - 6 cups flourDirections1. Dissolve sugar and yeast in the warm water. Let this proof—or sit for a few minutes until it bubbles.2. Add the salt, oil and 3 cups of flour and beat well. Add in 2 1/2 -3...

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Real Taco Pie

Ingredients1/4 cup butter2/3 cup milk1 package taco seasoning mix2 1/2 cups mashed potato flakes (you could also use left over mashed potatoes and omit the butter and milk)1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup salsa1 cup shredded lettuce1 medium tomato, chopped1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shreddedSour...

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Nutella Brownies

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Crescent Pepperoni Roll-Ups

 Crescent Pepperoni Roll-Ups1 can refrigerated crescent rolls40 slices turkey pepperoni4 pieces of mozzarella string cheese, cut in halfgarlic powderpizza saucePreheat oven to 375.Unroll crescent rolls and separate into 8 triangles.  Place 5 slices of turkey pepperoni on each crescent roll.  Top...

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Mini Tacos

Mini Tacos Step 1: cook 1 lb ground beef & season w/ taco seasoning. Step 2: use non-stick spray on muffin tin & place wonton wrappers in muffin tin. Step 3: fill uncooked wontons with beef & top with shredded cheese Step 4: bake @350 for 8 minu...

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Jalapeno Poppers

Ingredients1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, softened4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese6 ounces fresh corn kernalssalt and ground black pepper to taste8 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded8 slices bacon, cut in half16 toothpicksDirectionsPreheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly...

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Mini Nutella Cookie Cups Delicious Recipes

Mini Nutella Cookie Cups (Makes enough for 2-3 dozen) Recipe adapted from Delightful Bites, originating from Barbara Bakes Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe adapted from AllRecipes (sans chips) Ingredients 1 cup butter (softened) 1 cup white sugar 1 cup packed brown sugar 2 eggs 2...

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Chocolate Bowls

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Bloomin’ Onion Bread

Bloomin’ Onion BreadSource: The Changeable TableIngredients:1 unsliced loaf sourdough bread12-16 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, thinly sliced1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup finely diced green onion2 teaspoons poppy seedsInstructions:Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Cut the bread lengthwise and widthwise without...

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Buffalo Chicken Bites

Buffalo Chicken Bitesrecipe adapted from Gourmet1 cup finely diced cooked chicken breast1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup hot sauce (Frank's brand is what I used)4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled2 1/4 teaspoons rapid rise dry yeast2 tablespoons brown...

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