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Pillow Cookies

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I found this in my collection of cookies that I have made in the past for Christmas. I am not sure where the original recipe came from. On the recipe I wrote, "made in '93 - VERY Good!" They are a little labor intensive & I think... MORE»

Recipe #401061

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No Bake Fruit Logs

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Here's a no-bake cookie that I found in my mom's recipe collection. I haven't made it yet, but it sounds good and simple to make. MORE»

Recipe #401011

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Pineapple Cake

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This cake has special meaning to me. I was so glad I found my mom's handwritten copy tucked away in one of her old cookbooks. This is the cake my mom baked for special occasions. In my mom's own writing "excellent cake-made for M's... MORE»

Recipe #400940

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Celebration Punch

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This is another of my mom's recipes. She made it for a lot of gatherings. Remember, it will mellow as the ice melts. This recipe makes 2 gallons (estimated 60 servings,) but can be scaled back. NOTE: Prep time does NOT include chilling time. MORE»

Recipe #400833

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Marshmallow Drops (No-Bake)

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I clipped this recipe for no-bake cookies from the newspaper many years ago. I haven't made it yet, but it sounds like it would be good by the list of ingredients. NOTE: Prep time does not include standing (cooling) time. MORE»

Recipe #400692

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Nut Squares

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I am not sure where I got this recipe, but it's been in my collection for a long time. You can vary this recipe by changing the nuts you use. I have used peanuts, pecans, or walnuts in the past. Sometimes, I sprinkle a handful of chocolate... MORE»

Recipe #400531

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Southwest Spice Blend

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This is a versatile blend that I like to use when I want to add a southwest twist to my cooking. I add 2-3 tablespoons to lean ground meat when I make chili. I even mix it with canned tomatoes for a spiced tomato blend. You can even mix 1... MORE»

Recipe #397374

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Roman Rag Soup - Stracciatella

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This version of stracciatella is a bit different from the others on this site already. It uses 2 kinds of broth, and the "rags" are made slightly different. It makes a very economical soup in very little time. MORE»

Recipe #397319

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Clam Chowder

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This recipe originally came from the Milk calendar. It's very good, especially with the garnish. MORE»

Recipe #397312

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Pumpkin Swirl Brownies

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I got this recipe in one of my e-mails. It is apparently "low fat". I can tell you that it's very good and easy to make. We had it for our "treat of the week". I am sure it would really be amazing topped with chocolate icing. MORE»

Recipe #396420

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Minestrone

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There are quite a few recipes for minestrone, but this one happens to be my favourite. I've been making it for 25+ years. The only seasonings are salt & pepper to allow the true flavours of the veggies to come out. Feel free to add italian... MORE»

Recipe #396185

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Spiced Steak

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I found this in my recipe collection. Apparently, I used to make it quite a bit (by the spatters) and I've written "really good" on it. I think it was one of the first recipes I made that had curry in it. You can serve "as... MORE»

Recipe #396180

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Hamburger Pilaf

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This makes a fast one dish "hamburger helper" type meal. Be sure to use a good beef broth as it provides a great deal of flavour for your dish. Sometimes I add sliced mushrooms that I saute with the onion & pepper. This can also... MORE»

Recipe #395896

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Ultimate Flan

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That's what my mom called this recipe - "ultimate" , so I am assuming it's very good. Recipe was in her own writing. You can subsitute the vanilla with grated lime zest or orange zest (according to mom). If you want more caramel... MORE»

Recipe #395853

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Fresh Fruitcake

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This was in my mom's recipe collection. I don't know if she made it, but she had "THIS" written on it and underlined. It's different from other fruit cakes - no candied fruit or peel. The only similarity to other fruit cakes, are the... MORE»

Recipe #395841

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Brandied Pound Cake

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This was one of the recipes from my mom's collection. In her writing, "you add the beaten egg whites separately - better texture". You are supposed to sprinkle pine nuts around the pan, but mom wrote to "omit" (she didn't... MORE»

Recipe #395834

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White Chocolate Caramel Nut Bars

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I like the idea of bar cookies - a lot of cookies for minimal effort! This recipe comes from Robin Hood Flour. This very rich cookie is chewy, creamy and crunchy all in one. MORE»

Recipe #395827

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Homemade Raisin Bran Cereal

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This is another recipe I found in my recipe stash that sounded interesting. I am posting it here in case there is someone who would like to try their hand at making homemade cereal (additive-free). NOTE: Prep time is estimated. Cooking time... MORE»

Recipe #395554

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Pineapple Coconut Fruitcake

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I really don't care much for fruitcake. That being said, this recipe actually sounds like it might be good. I am adding it here so I can find the recipe to bake for Christmas. I may substitute 1/2 cup coconut rum for half the pineapple juice... MORE»

Recipe #395552

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Carrot Crumb Cake

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I'm not sure where I got this recipe from, but I've had it in my recipe stash for a long time. This is a diffirent kind of carrot cake, with a crumb topping. It resembles more of a coffeecake. It is easy to make using a food processor. MORE»

Recipe #395551

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