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Pound Cake

Posted by MathMom.calif  

This rich, moist cake has several variations (see bottom of directions). I made the blueberry variation. Very yummy, although I had to bake it considerably longer than the recipe said to get it baked all the way through and the bottom got a bit... MORE»

Recipe #345844

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Creamy Fresh Cranberry and Fruit Salad

Posted by MathMom.calif  

Sweet and tart fruits with marshmallows and whipped cream. Good side for poultry, pork or ham. I made this for a big family Thanksgiving dinner and it went over well. As discussed in the forums at... MORE»

Recipe #267603

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Plantain Picadillo Pie With Cheese

Posted by MathMom.calif  

From Bon Appetit magazine. I haven't tried this yet, but it looks pretty good. Sliced plantains are used to form the pie crust. Ground meat, tomatoes and spices form a savory filling. This was from their May 2006 "Caribbean" theme issue. MORE»

Recipe #240631

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Quick Ratatouille

Posted by MathMom.calif  

Use poultry sausage, a low-fat kind (check the labels). Or omit the sausage altogether for a vegetarian entree. This is a nice quick ratatouille. MORE»

Recipe #240600

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Bulgur, Cucumber, Dill and Mint Salad

Posted by MathMom.calif  

From a CSA newsletter. Posted on the MyFoodDiary.com forums. I haven't made this yet. Because the bulgur isn't cooked, it needs to sit overnight in the dressing to soften, so begin preparations a day ahead. I'm guessing on the number of servings... MORE»

Recipe #239790

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Quick Tartare Sauce (Tartar Sauce)

(3 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

From Sunset's Fish book. Here's a really quick and easy sauce to prepare. These are ingredients that you probably have on hand. 30-minute chill time is included as passive "cooking" time. MORE»

Recipe #239662

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Easy Quiche

(2 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

I'm going through an old church cookbook I got many years ago, and found this. I'd made it back when I was a new wife and hadn't many "tried and true" recipes or many cooking skills. It's been years since I made it, but to my... MORE»

Recipe #239288

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Alaskan Whale Stew

(1 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

For a very large group. From an old local church cookbook. I haven't tried this yet, but I'm sure I will some day. MORE»

Recipe #239286

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Fresh Cranberry Mold

(1 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

I never bother with a mold for this, but I'm sure it would be pretty (I just use a glass-cut salad bowl). Jell-O salad with fresh fruits, including fresh cranberries. I have served it at the holidays for large family gatherings. Recipe from an old... MORE»

Recipe #239284

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Jello Holiday Salad

Posted by MathMom.calif  

Here's a recipe I used to make a lot for big family gatherings at Thanksgiving or Christmas. Could be served any time you want a cool, refreshing salad with the flavors of raspberries and cranberries and the creaminess of sour cream. From a church... MORE»

Recipe #238033

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Pizza Bianca

(3 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

This is a quick and easy side that can complement almost any meal. I served this at an Italian themed Christmas Dinner with Baked Ziti, Macaroni and Cheese With Egg Noodles and Cream, along with veggies (zucchini and asparagus) and a green leafy salad. Everyone went crazy... MORE»

Recipe #237718

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Fruit Custard Brulee (Ultra Light)

(3 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

Found on MyFoodDiary.com forums. A low-cal dessert for dieters, that the rest of the family will still enjoy. Chilling time for custard not included in time estimate. This makes a thin pudding, not a traditional thick custard. But it is yummy.... MORE»

Recipe #237686

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Chicken Kebab

(1 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

From Martina Navratilova's book "Shape Yourself". I have not tried this yet. Makes a single serving, but is easily multiplied to as many servings as you like. Time to make is a guess, since I haven't made it yet, but includes 30 minute... MORE»

Recipe #237662

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Energy Balls

(3 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

From Martina Navratilova's book "Shape Yourself". I have not tried this yet, but they look really good. Time to make is a guess, since I haven't made it yet. MORE»

Recipe #237636

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Red Lentil Salad

(1 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

From Martina Navratilova's book "Shape Yourself." I have not tried this yet, but it looks like a healthy, yummy salad. She suggests it for lunch along with fruit and yogurt. Time to make is a guess, since I haven't made it yet. MORE»

Recipe #237627

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Greek Chicken Thighs

(2 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

From the American Heart Association's "Meals in Minutes" cookbook. Very filling, yummy, and low-cal to boot. One of my favorites. MORE»

Recipe #235935

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Barbecue Beef Sandwiches

(3 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

I got this recipe from my mom many years ago, who got it from a friend, who got it...? Have shared it with many and is always enthusiastically received. Often requested by family for birthdays and other celebrations. Shredding the beef is a bit of... MORE»

Recipe #235525

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Muffaletta

(4 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

This is a type of sandwich that originated in New Orleans. This particular recipe was given on the Every Day Italian show on Food Network. I served it at a New Year's Eve gathering and everyone went nuts over it. Very yummy. I don't even like... MORE»

Recipe #235341

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Pulled Pork Taco

(2 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

From Real Simple magazine. Easy and delicious. I use pork loin, which is a leaner cut of meat than originally called for (boneless pork shoulder), but stir all the juices back in and serve with sour cream, guacamole and/or salsa and no worries... MORE»

Recipe #235312

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Riesling Baked Pears

(1 reviews) Posted by MathMom.calif  

So yummy. Pears oven baked and poached in a honey-wine sauce with cinnamon and orange flavors infused. The first time DH and I had this for dessert we were simply astounded at how these simple flavors combined to make such a rich and flavorful treat. MORE»

Recipe #233550

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