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Sloppy Joes (Lightened Up)

Posted by Halcyon Eve  

After joining Weight Watchers, I lightened up my special sloppy joes recipe. Each sandwich is 6 points when made as directed. My DS loves these even more than the original! I sometimes add a slice of cheese or a bit of shredded cheese to the... MORE»

Recipe #384029

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Lamb Kabobs With Bulgur Pilaf

Posted by Halcyon Eve  

This delicious-sounding recipe is from TOH magazine. The marinade sounds like a garlic-lover's delight! Time doesn't include marinating (several hours or overnight), so be sure to allow for that--start it the night before or in the morning. MORE»

Recipe #373499

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Mexican Layered Salad

(2 reviews) Posted by Halcyon Eve  

This sounds like a light, Mexican version of the classic Seven-Layered Salad. You could add black beans, chicken breast, or other protein to make it more filling, if you wanted to serve it as a main-course salad. I think a mixture of sour cream... MORE»

Recipe #373496

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Lemon Curd Tartlets

(2 reviews) Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From TOH magazine. These pretty little tartlets would make a great addition to a mini-dessert tray! Times are estimates and don't include chilling time. MORE»

Recipe #373482

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Strawberry Mousse Parfaits

(1 reviews) Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From TOH magazine. Although the recipe calls for the parfaits to be served in parfait or cocktail glasses, I think they'd be nice scaled down to fit in a smaller glass, such as shot glasses. The ribbon of bright red strawberries in the middle of... MORE»

Recipe #373476

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Japanese Sponge Cake

Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From japanesefood.about.com. I have not yet tried this recipe, so my comments are largely based on others' comments and on my own experience with Japanese bakery cakes. This is a popular cake in Japan at Christmastime, but it is delicious any time... MORE»

Recipe #373213

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Fabulous Fruit Salad

Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From TOH magazine. I love fresh fruit--and this salad is sooo chock-full of fresh fruit, that it is well-named! I can't make the dressing for myself (due to a food intolerance), but I think it would make a tasty dressing. Cook time is the minimum... MORE»

Recipe #372805

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Refrigerator Dill Pickles

(1 reviews) Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From TOH Magazine. I'm hoping that these will turn out similar to the refrigerated dill pickle spears from the store that I love so much! Time doesn't include cooling times or the minimum of 24 hours that the pickles need to sit. The time to bring... MORE»

Recipe #372738

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Batter-Be-Good-To-Me Pancakes

Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From TOH magazine. This recipe is chock-full of fruits and other healthy ingredients! I haven't had a chance to try it yet, but it looks like a great, healthy alternative to plain pancakes. MORE»

Recipe #372721

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Yellow Tomato Soup With Goat Cheese Croutons

Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From TOH magazine. I love tomato soup, goat cheese, and pesto--so this soup sounds like a hit to me! This was a runner-up in the "Prize Tomatoes" recipe contest; the original submitter suggests grilling the tomatoes in summer instead of... MORE»

Recipe #372717

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Mediterranean Tomato Bites

Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From TOH magazine. Looks like a delicious appetizer or snack! MORE»

Recipe #372711

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Lemon Blueberry Shortcakes

Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From TOH magazine--I haven't tried it yet, but it appears to be a sort of ice cream sandwich made with lemon and blueberry shortcake. A refreshing, summery treat! Time doesn't include the hour or so freezing time. MORE»

Recipe #372699

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Plum Puffs

(2 reviews) Posted by Halcyon Eve  

This recipe, from Bluebird Hill Farms, was named for Marilla's famous plum puffs in the Anne of Green Gables books by L.M. Montgomery. They are a plummy muffin, dipped into butter and then cinnamon sugar; I've seen other muffin recipes called... MORE»

Recipe #363494

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Tantalizing Raspberry Tarts

(2 reviews) Posted by Halcyon Eve  

Another recipe from "The Anne of Green Gables Cookbook": "The little girls of Avonlea school always pooled their lunches, and to eat three raspberry tarts all alone or even to share them only with one's best chum would have... MORE»

Recipe #363473

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Maritime Gingersnaps

(2 reviews) Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From "The Anne of Green Gables Cookbook": "'No, indeed! The rosebud tea set! Well, what next? You know I never use that except for the minister or the Aids. You'll put down the old brown tea set. But you can open the little... MORE»

Recipe #363464

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Mini Neapolitan Baked Alaskas

Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From Healthy Cooking magazine--individual serving sized baked Alaskas, made with reduced fat strawberry ice cream. You can use other flavors, too, to make other kinds of baked Alaskas than Neapolitan: mint for Grasshopper, coffee for Mocha, etc.... MORE»

Recipe #354733

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Cheese and Pickle Sandwiches

(7 reviews) Posted by Halcyon Eve  

So good with a big mug of steaming hot, sweet tea! I sometimes like to serve these with pickled onions on the side, too. My favorite pickles to use for this are the wonderfully crisp and fresh-tasting bread & butter pickles sold at Trader Joe's. MORE»

Recipe #348047

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Sloppy Joes

(4 reviews) Posted by Halcyon Eve  

This is my adaptation of my mom's yummy sloppy joe recipe. I like to toast the buns, as they hold together a little better when they are toasty. I usually make a double batch, which gives us enough for dinner with leftovers for lunch. Times are... MORE»

Recipe #346227

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Zesty Chicken With Artichokes

(2 reviews) Posted by Halcyon Eve  

We love chicken, and we love artichokes! This "zesty" (lemon zest-y, that is) chicken recipe sounds just right for us. From Healthy Cooking magazine, Oct/Nov 2008. MORE»

Recipe #346218

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Flourless Chocolate Cake

Posted by Halcyon Eve  

From Victoria magazine in 1993, not sure which issue. It's a bit fussy to make, but SO worth it! Truly a chocoholic's paradise! It is a bit like a fallen chocolate souffle; it puffs up during cooking, then collapses into a dense, rich cake. Be... MORE»

Recipe #346213

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