It’s quick to put together the night before and have it ready for your guests with a big bowl of tortilla chips. Excuse the presentation, but this is for a Communion party tomorrow and everything is ready to go in foil trays. One half can refried beans, mixed with 2 Tbsp. prepared salsa 1 recipe…
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These avocado deviled eggs are a great cocktail party appetizer. Give deviled eggs some unexpected flavor with fresh avocado instead of mayo. If you are not a fan of cilantro, simple swap with fresh parsley. These would also be delicious topped with crispy, crumbled bacon! 1 ripe avocado 6 hard boiled eggs 1 tsp. cilantro…
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Saucy Susan Peach/Apricot Sauce has been around for as long as I can remember. My last recipe for Coconut Chicken Tenders with Sweet & Sassy Dipping Sauce brought on a lot of comments that most folks could not find it in the supermarket. If it’s not available in your area, simply substitute apricot or peach preserves…
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I’ve got to be honest. I am not a football fan. I don’t understand it, can’t follow it and usually have no clue who is in the Super Bowl. But….ask me to cook for the big game and I’m there!~ Everyone loves pizza for a party. These little pepperoni puffs make a great appetizer. They…
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We don’t usually think of using Stove Top Stuffing Mix for breakfast, but this makes a delicious vessel to hold leftover Easter Ham to turn into a savory breakfast muffin. This is one of those recipes where you can add just about anything here. Swap out the ham for crispy bacon, chopped broccoli or spinach…
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An American, kid-friendly classic. There are hundreds of versions of this recipe, but this one is my favorite. 1-1/4 lbs. ground beef 1/2 cup grated carrots 1 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped celery (I substituted 1/2 tsp. celery seed) 2 garlic cloves, minced Salt 1/2 cup ketchup 1 15-ounce can whole tomatoes, pureed 1…
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I’ve recently has some requests for quick, easy and healthy foods for kids. Kids love mac and cheese and this version cooks nearly as fast as that one in the box. While the pasta is cooking, make the ultra-creamy sauce and your done! No-Bake Macaroni and Cheese 8 oz. Whole wheat pasta (your choice) 1…
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This recipe is a typical one with two rising periods. Most of this time it’s the yeast working and not you! 2 cups water 1 Tablespoon sugar 1 packet active dry yeast 1 Tablespoon salt 6 cups bread flour Toppings of your choice – I used “everything bagel” topping Proofing the Yeast: Pour the water,…
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I love creating new recipes using what I have left in the fridge. This Stuffed Pizza Meatloaf has a few delicious surprises inside. A while back I was looking for recipes using Ritz crackers for an article I was doing. A neighbor gave me a recipe for Elvis’ favorite meatloaf using Ritz crackers in place…
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It is sometimes sad to say goodbye to long summer days, but September gives us the perfect mix of warm days and cool nights. With kids starting back to school and fall projects starting around the house, it’s the perfect time to try out something new. In this issue, you’ll find meals that will give…
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For the past few months or so, my co-worker Donna and I have been doing demos together on the weekends at my local ShopRite. These next few weeks we are focusing on getting and staying healthy for the New Year. I wanted to use a few new products in the store to create this delicious…
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These are my “famous” “Patti’s Meatballs”! Everytime we have a party or a get-together, I am asked to bring these along. I have been making this recipe for years and we still never tire of them. I bought a Pillsbury paperback cookbook, “Winter Food for Friends” and have used several recipes from that book for…
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The original name of this recipe was “Magic in the Middles”. But I called it as I see it; or rather taste it. Chocolate and peanut butter have a truly symbiotic relationship; each brings out the best in each other. These take a little time to make, and the recipe makes 26 cookies. I only…
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Yes, you read it right! There are actually no bananas IN the soup, but are used as a sweet garnish. The bananas reminded me of the sweetness of plaintains and how good this would be with the spicy soup. Of all the versions of black bean soup Jacque Pepin has made through the years, this…
