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Caribbean Jerk Chicken

(5 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

If you like hot-n-spicy, this is the recipe for you. It uses Scotch bonnet chilies, which are very hot. If you'd like to lower the heat, you can use jalapeno peppers instead of Scotch bonnet. The longer you marinate, the more flavorful and spicy... MORE»

Recipe #373817

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Savory Palmiers

(1 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

Frozen puff pastry becomes your best friend in this recipe. (I didn't have a box on hand when writing up this recipe so the 16 oz. is a guess. Just buy one box with 2 sheets of puff pastry.) It's so easy to use and is available in the freezer... MORE»

Recipe #373693

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Mango Banana Daiquiris

(1 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

Take me back to the Caribbean! Ripe mangoes are important for that Caribbean flavor, buy them in advance and allow them to ripen. The mango flavor is balanced by banana, lime juice and dark rum. Yum! Credit goes to Ina Garten. MORE»

Recipe #373691

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Tropical Smoothies

(4 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

This is such a yummy smoothie recipe. Ina Garten, The Barefoot Contessa, created these. You can play around with different fruits but I really love the tropical spin on these smoothies. Note: When mangos and papayas are ripe, they will actually... MORE»

Recipe #373687

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Brioche French Toast With Fresh Berry Compote

(2 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

A delicious combination for a special breakfast. Heck, why wait for a special breakfast? Enjoy this any time! From pastry chef Mariah Swan. MORE»

Recipe #373421

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Crab and Andouille Jambalaya

Posted by LifeIsGood  

From Food & Wine magazine. This makes a pretty and tasty meal for four. If you like your jambalaya really spicy, you could add hot sauce when serving. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #373402

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Caramelized Pineapple Sundaes With Coconut

(1 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

This dessert treat uses fat-free vanilla frozen yogurt, but you could substitute vanilla ice cream if you prefer. The flavors of coconut and the carmelized pineapple create a delicious topping. This is best when fresh pineapple is used. Sometimes... MORE»

Recipe #373356

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Jamaican Rice and Peas

(7 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

This is a traditional and spicy side dish. The "peas" in Jamaica refer to beans, kidney beans in this recipe. Scotch bonnet is one of the hottest peppers. If you don't want this to be quite as spicy, you could use habanero or jalapeno... MORE»

Recipe #373354

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Mashed Potatoes With Creme Fraiche and Chives

(15 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

These mashed potatoes are creamy, fluffy and slightly tangy thanks to the creme fraiche. A ricer is used on the potatoes to make them really smooth, but you could always mash by hand. Simple goodness! From Food & Wine. *Note: the mashed... MORE»

Recipe #373346

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Cassis-Splashed Melon With French Vanilla Ice Cream & Blackb

(2 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

This is a super easy summer dessert that could easily be served to guests. The adult version includes cassis, a French liqueur. You could easily adjust this for kids by omitting the cassis. This idea came from Rachael Ray. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #373339

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Flounder With Bananas, Almonds and Rum

Posted by LifeIsGood  

A requested favorite served at the Black Dog restaurant on Martha's Vineyard. This is a fun, tropical combination of ingredients and flavors. It's pretty healthy, too. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #373331

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Churros With Dipping Chocolate

(2 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

This is a fairly traditional Spanish recipe for chocolate con churros. The churros are fritters and they are served with an intense chocolate sauce meant for dipping. This recipe is from Penelope Casas, who contributes recipes to many fine cooking... MORE»

Recipe #371145

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Slow-Roasted Spanish Olives With Oranges and Almonds

(1 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

What a wonderful addition to any appetizer line-up, or just to have in the fridge for snacking purposes! This is courtesy of Tyler Florence. MORE»

Recipe #371144

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Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp With Chunky Tomatillo Salsa and Tomato Vina

(1 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

Here is a Southwestern inspired dish from Tyler Florence. Bacon-wrapped shrimp is a delicious combination as it is, but pairing it with the salsa and vinaigrette puts this recipe over-the-top! This shrimp recipe also works well on the grill.... MORE»

Recipe #371078

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Broiled Snapper on Toasted Sourdough

(2 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

The broiled fish pairs perfectly with toasted sourdough bread, spread with a tangy sauce. This is a Casual Outdoor Dining recipe by Williams-Sonoma. MORE»

Recipe #371018

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Meat Pies With Spicy Portuguese Sauce

Posted by LifeIsGood  

This traditional Portuguese recipe is courtesy of Emeril Lagasse. The sauce complements the meat pies very well, but could also be used on pasta or even as a pizza topping. It's a long recipe but really not that difficult. Read through the entire... MORE»

Recipe #370868

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Baked Fish With Potatoes, Onions, Saffron and Paprika

(3 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

Here is a complete and healthy meal, using typical ingredients from Northern Spain. The large amount of onion in combination with saffron and paprika is key. Enjoy this healthy meal with a green salad and call it complete! MORE»

Recipe #370751

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Chicken, Bacon and White Bean Soup Portuguese Style

(2 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

One of Emeril Lagasse's favorites. This is a soup his mom would always cook. He describes it as a stick-to-your-ribs soup. Enjoy! *Note: the dried beans need to soak for at least 8 hours. You could do that overnight* (For a quick soak, bring... MORE»

Recipe #370726

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Pepper Jelly

(2 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

I love pepper jelly. This recipe is a mix of sweet and heat. My favorite way to use it is: Pour some pepper jelly over a block of cream cheese and serve with crackers. You can't get any easier than that for an appetizer and it has always been a... MORE»

Recipe #370674

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Corn Cooked in Husks on the Grill With Chile-Lime Butter

(3 reviews) Posted by LifeIsGood  

Simple and delicious. This is a nice twist on grilled corn-on-the-cob because it includes a chilie-lime butter. The butter can be made up to 2 days ahead, covered and refrigerated. Just bring it back to room temperature before brushing on the... MORE»

Recipe #370572

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