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Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies - the Dancing Deer Bakery

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I have not tried this recipe but I love the cookies from the Dancing Deer Bakery. Published in the Boston Globe. This is not a traditional Scottish shortbread cookie dough, but a versatile, crunchy sweet cookie that can be flavored with a... MORE»

Recipe #336355

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Apricot and Ginger Shortbread Cookies - the Dancing Deer Bakery

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I have not tried this recipe but I love the cookies from the Dancing Deer Bakery. Published in the Boston Globe. This is not a traditional Scottish shortbread cookie dough, but a versatile, crunchy sweet cookie. Replace the dried apricots and... MORE»

Recipe #336356

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Chocolate Peppermint Shortbread Cookies - the Dancing Deer Baker

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I have not tried this recipe but I love the cookies from Dancing Deer Bakery. This recipe was published in the Boston Globe. "This is not a traditional Scottish shortbread cookie dough, but a versatile, crunchy sweet cookie that can be... MORE»

Recipe #336371

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Toffee, Pecan Chocolate Shortbread Cookies-Dancing Deer Bakery

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I have not tried this recipe but I love the cookies from the Dancing Deer Bakery. This recipe was published in the Boston Globe. "This is not a traditional Scottish shortbread cookie dough, but a versatile, crunchy sweet cookie that can be... MORE»

Recipe #336372

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Beef Pot Pies With Yorkshire Pudding Crusts

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From Gourmet magazine, February 1990. Reminiscent of Scottish/English steak pies. Sometimes I add sliced carrots. MORE»

Recipe #345627

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Individual Italian Wine Cakes

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Very tender cake. The dessert wine enhances the flavor of the grapes. Gourmet magazine, January 2009. MORE»

Recipe #345600

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Gingerbread With Cider Sauce

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From Bon Appetit, October 1997. "The cider sauce adds an extra spark of ginger to this old-fashioned cake." MORE»

Recipe #345557

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Port-Glazed Grape Tarts With Pecan Crust

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From Gourmet magazine, November 2002. Light and refreshing but rich in flavor. The pecan crust provides a nice texture contrast to the grapes. Concord grapes could be substituted for the red grapes. Some of my friends like to serve this tart with... MORE»

Recipe #345546

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Orange, Spiced Walnut and Dried Cranberry Salad

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Spiced cranberries top chilled orange slices for a sweet-tangy contrast in this colorful salad. From Bon Appetit, December 1997. I use pecans in place of walnuts. MORE»

Recipe #345539

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Parmesan-Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon

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From Gourmet magazine, October 2005. "Each bite delivers a huge range of tastes — sweet, salty, and smoky — all at the same time. They're easy to make and completely irresistible." Serve at your next cocktail party. Could substitute... MORE»

Recipe #345537

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Pork Tenderloin With Apples, Calvados and Apple Cider

(1 reviews) Posted by swissms  

A great recipe to serve guests. They will think they are eating in a fine restaurant in France. Impressive dish but quick and easy to prepare. From Bon Appetit, May 1994. Calvados can be expensive so you may want to use another apple brandy.... MORE»

Recipe #345535

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Chocolate Orange Cheesecake With Orange-Tangerine Glaze

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I love the combination of chocolate and orange and they unite wonderfully in this recipe. We usually make this for Christmas but it would be good anytime of the year. If you cannot find orange and tangerine marmalade, substitute orange... MORE»

Recipe #345460

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Apple, Dried Cherry, and Pecan Salad With Maple Dressing

(2 reviews) Posted by swissms  

Adapted from recipe from Mountain Town Station Brewing Company and Steakhouse in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Original recipe published in Bon Appetit, September 2002. Great salad for the holidays. Very easy but impressive. Dried cranberries can... MORE»

Recipe #345379

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German Lebkuchen Cake With White Chocolate Frosting

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Bon Appétit | December 1991 This moist Christmas cake takes its cues from the flavors and spices found in the classic Lebkuchen cookie. It's brushed with an orange-scented honey syrup, frosted with a creamy white chocolate icing and then... MORE»

Recipe #344172

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Holiday Scalloped Potatoes

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From Cook's Illustrated. Sometimes I substitute Parmesan or Asiago for the cheddar cheese. MORE»

Recipe #348782

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Holiday Fruit Salad (Aka Green Stuff)

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We always makes this for Thanksgiving and Christmas...it is a must have holiday menu item. Sometimes we add mini marshmallows. You can substitute a container of Cool Whip for the freshly whipped cream. You could try other jello flavors, but we are... MORE»

Recipe #348477

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Hummingbird Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting (Hgtv)

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I saw this recipe on HGTV about 10 years ago. It is very moist and delicious. The three layers make for an impressive bakery style cake. MORE»

Recipe #348440

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Peanut Butter Cookies - the Magnolia Bakery

(2 reviews) Posted by swissms  

Chocolate chips may be substituted for the coarsely chopped chocolate. You can also use crunchy peanut butter but may want to reduce or eliminate the chopped peanuts. Cookies should be small. MORE»

Recipe #346008

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Sour Cherry Shortbread Cookies

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I received this recipe from a friend. I like to add freshly grated lemon zest. MORE»

Recipe #345812

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Libby's Sensibly Delicious Pumpkin Pie

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A healthier version of Libby's famous pumpkin pie recipe. I make this for my diet conscious friends and family members as a special treat during the holidays and they enjoy it immensely. Feel free to adjust the amount of Splenda to achieve your... MORE»

Recipe #348932

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