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Recipes

Heavenly Sweet Potato Casserole from Ruth's Chris Steak House

Posted by East Wind Goddess  

Almost more of a dessert, this warm, sweet, creamy casserole with a crunchy topping is Southern to the core! It's sheer decadence, but allowable once a year: in any case, it just won't last. It's easy to make, which scores double points for... MORE»

Recipe #398048

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Basque Cream (Natillas) Dessert Sauce

Posted by East Wind Goddess  

From Teresa Barrenechea in The Basque Table, this is a great sauce to dress up plain cakes or custards. This recipe accompanies her Tarta De Almendras (Almond Tart) and I didn't include it in that recipe because the amount it makes is way more than is needed and... MORE»

Recipe #397729

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Tarta De Almendras (Almond Tart)

Posted by East Wind Goddess  

From Teresa Barrenechea in The Basque Table: When she was asked to be the guest chef for a meal honoring Sr. Alvarez del Manzano, the mayor of Madrid, at the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, the menu included this classic Spanish tart. It is so... MORE»

Recipe #397727

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Wincie Hughes' Arkansas Pumpkin Pie

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A streusel-topped pumpkin pie that won top honors for Wincie Hughes of North Little Rock, Ark., when Procter & Gamble's Crisco division still sponsored an annual pie contest state-by-state. Also first place at the Arkansas State Fair for... MORE»

Recipe #397507

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Thai Butternut Squash and Corn Bisque

(1 reviews) Posted by East Wind Goddess  

Ready to shake up the Thanksgiving standards? This is a great way to do it: posted in Barbara Fisher's blog, Tigers and Strawberries (http://www.tigersandstrawberries.com/). The flavors of this soup are amazing–it is somewhere between the... MORE»

Recipe #397493

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Savory Autumn Creme Brulee Provencal

Posted by East Wind Goddess  

Lavender dominates the underlying medley of flavors, but in this version with herbs de provence provide a light, sweet and savory character that is very satisfying on an autumn evening. It is best to let the custard set overnight to "marry... MORE»

Recipe #397034

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Mazurki

Posted by East Wind Goddess  

This recipe comes direct from the Food Network Kitchens, and was presented as an Around-the-World cookie theme for 2007 Christmas --HOWEVER--Mazurki are actually an Easter tradition in Poland, the culmination of a days-long food fest. If you're... MORE»

Recipe #391854

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Light As a Tropical Breeze Lime Pie

Posted by East Wind Goddess  

It's a light and refreshing dessert, reminiscent of key lime pie but much healthier. I'm not sure who to credit: I've had it for years and it could have come from a nutrition class or from Weight Watchers, but I know I've made it several times... MORE»

Recipe #390239

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Chock Full Jambalaya

Posted by East Wind Goddess  

Oooooweeee! I do love Creole cookin' Another take on Jambalaya: this one really is chock full: full of rich flavor, full of meats and spice. You can purchase Emeril's Essence in the stores as well as other Creole seasoning mixes like... MORE»

Recipe #388851

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Mediterranean Lemon Chicken

(2 reviews) Posted by East Wind Goddess  

A quick and easy saute with the flavors of the Mediterranean in a light sauce. I like this served over basmati rice: the fragrant rice compliments the lemon and oregano and makes a nice meal. And the rice cooks in the time it takes to make this... MORE»

Recipe #388707

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Eggplant a La Grecque

(1 reviews) Posted by East Wind Goddess  

The Mediterranean flavors in this simple saute blend and make a pleasing, light vegetarian meal. I've had this recipe since I was in junior high school, and am not sure of the origin, but it's been a standby in my house for more years than I care... MORE»

Recipe #388600

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Bread Machine Hot Cross Buns, California-Style

Posted by East Wind Goddess  

A little bit of citrus flavor and a little fruity (it IS California style!), these are great, dense buns and also make a wonderful breakfast toast all year long. I use a combination spice mix called Sweet Spice from Santa Fe Seasons in place of... MORE»

Recipe #365790

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Carin' Aboutcha Carrot Cake

(1 reviews) Posted by East Wind Goddess  

Lee Craig Douglas submitted this recipe to a Saturday Evening Post contest and it subsequently appeared in a cookbook of popular recipes from that lauded magazine. I've used this more times than I can remember, and it's always a winner! I... MORE»

Recipe #357266

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Tikka Chicken With Pumpkin Curry

(6 reviews) Posted by East Wind Goddess  

This mild but richly seasoned version of chicken tikka masala is taken to a new place with the use of pumpkin. This recipe calls for canned pumpkin, making it a year-round treat, but an equivalent amount of butternut squash or fresh pumpkin in... MORE»

Recipe #354061

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Mushroom Cookies (Mantar Kurabiye)

Posted by East Wind Goddess  

These Turkish traditional cookies are somewhere between Brazilian cornstarch cookies and melting moments. The mushroom-lookalikes are melt-in-your-mouth good with a light character. When they bake, the cocoa impression makes them look like little... MORE»

Recipe #343174

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Laist Cookie Exchange Spice Krispies

(2 reviews) Posted by East Wind Goddess  

Found on the LAist Blog and keeping for the Holiday cookie exchanges: Once you try these, you'll never eat a plain rice krispy treat again! These spicy alternatives to the sweet treat we all know and love will win you many fans and they will... MORE»

Recipe #337101

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Nancy Reagan's Persimmon Pudding W/ Brandy Whipped Cream Sauce

Posted by East Wind Goddess  

This recipe was originally published in a Los Angeles Times Holiday book waaaay back in the day, and has become a standby recipe at either Thanksgiving or Christmas. It is a spicy bread pudding with the unique flavor of persimmons, which are... MORE»

Recipe #335797

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Game Day Margarita Pulled Pork (Crock Pot)

Posted by East Wind Goddess  

mmmmm....easy to make and easy to take! I like to serve this with Hawaiian Dinner Rolls or tortilla bread cut into quarters for easy appetizer-sized servings. Just right for grazing between plays. You can substitute the mild tomatillo salsa for... MORE»

Recipe #332593

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Rainforest Nanaimo Bars

(1 reviews) Posted by East Wind Goddess  

Rainforest Nanaimo Bars This is a twist on the very popular Nanaimo bar from Canada. With the addition of peanut butter and mascarpone cheese to the filling and macadamia nuts to the cookie base, it is a scrumptious dressed–up, no-bake bar... MORE»

Recipe #317890

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Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (Bread Machine)

(1 reviews) Posted by East Wind Goddess  

Great for sliders and light Summer fare, these are better than store-bought. Found on a bread machine forum: thanks CaliforniaBreadMaker for posting a great recipe! *The original recipe called for 1/4 cup of milk but after making these twice and... MORE»

Recipe #310820

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