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Recipes

Easy Applesauce Cookies

Posted by akcooker  

Quick to make, and made without eggs. My husband loves these with a good cup of coffee. MORE»

Recipe #155486

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Ham and Chive Mini Muffin Appetizers

(2 reviews) Posted by akcooker  

This is a great make ahead appetizer. Also good when served with soup, such as my Corn Chowder. The sauce/spread is particularly good. This has been modified from an old Holiday Appetizer magazine. MORE»

Recipe #154512

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Corn Chowder

Posted by akcooker  

This is a slimmed down version of the original recipe that I started making many years ago. We now use uncured turkey bacon and fat free evaporated milk. It's still a family favorite. MORE»

Recipe #154507

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Boiled Pork Dinner

(1 reviews) Posted by akcooker  

Originally from my mother-in-law and based on a New England dish. I've modified it over the years to fit my family's taste. The amount of vegetables can certainly be varied according to your own preference. MORE»

Recipe #151620

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Nectarine Upside Down Cake

(7 reviews) Posted by akcooker  

My husband only likes very firm, hard nectarines. When we end up with too many softer ones (the way most people like them), I make this recipe. It's great warm or at room temperature for brunch or dessert. MORE»

Recipe #128515

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Honey Spiced Popcorn

Posted by akcooker  

This is easy to make and great to serve for an open house, shower, or any large group gathering. Also makes a nice present. MORE»

Recipe #113276

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Greek Style Penne Casserole

(3 reviews) Posted by akcooker  

This can be made with ground turkey or ground beef instead of the chicken, if desired. MORE»

Recipe #112563

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Cinnamon Loaves

(1 reviews) Posted by akcooker  

Very moist quick bread recipe; great for breakfast! This keeps well, but we rarely have any left over for the second day. Can be made with yogurt instead of sour cream and still tastes yummy! MORE»

Recipe #112476

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Amaretto Lemon Chicken

Posted by akcooker  

Delicious and quick, but also a great dish for company. The lemon helps cut the richness of the Amaretto. MORE»

Recipe #112422

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Hot Salami Sandwiches

(6 reviews) Posted by akcooker  

My mother-in-law served these during holidays when we were tired of cooking, and needed something easy to make. My husband and I have even made these ahead of time while traveling by car, and put them in the engine compartment to melt the cheese.... MORE»

Recipe #109354

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Almond Strips

Posted by akcooker  

Can't remember where this recipe came from, but it is a family favorite and always made for Christmas cookie platters. These aren't overly sweet and are great with a cup of coffee or tea. MORE»

Recipe #109110

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Puff Pastry Nibbles

Posted by akcooker  

Easy, versatile and quick appetizers. Great to make ahead, also. I never measure out the quantities of the toppings, but have given estimates of what I might use. MORE»

Recipe #109043

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Biscuit Ham Bites

(3 reviews) Posted by akcooker  

I started making these when I was first married, over 30 years ago. They are great appetizers for football or sporting event parties with many hungry people. I also make these for a quick dinner to serve with canned tomato soup. MORE»

Recipe #108759

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Apple Puff Pancake

(1 reviews) Posted by akcooker  

This is yummy, and light. I serve it with low-fat sausages and fresh fruit. MORE»

Recipe #108461

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Moist Banana Bread

(6 reviews) Posted by akcooker  

My husband never like banana bread until I developed this uniquely textured version made with yogurt. These loaves freeze well: wrap in foil and freeze; thaw in foil until room temperature. MORE»

Recipe #108460

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Allen's Favorite Appetizer

Posted by akcooker  

My husband (and many of his male friends) love this appetizer. I almost always double this now because they are very light and they go so fast. MORE»

Recipe #108436

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Fancy Fudge Dessert

Posted by akcooker  

This is rich and chocolaty. Many of my friends request this as their birthday cake. It is very simple to make, but always gets rave reviews. Other jams can be substituted for the raspberry. MORE»

Recipe #108435

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Easy and Quick Barbecue Sauce

(3 reviews) Posted by akcooker  

This is very fast and simple; basic but a family favorite. I've included tips for "kicking it up a notch". We use this all year long, either for grilling or broiling. MORE»

Recipe #89491

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