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Not Yo' Mama's Banana Pudding

(5 reviews) Posted by tara portee

I was surprised to see that no one had posted this already. Just about everything Paula Deen does is so darn good. I have made this several times for my banana pudding loving step-father. Since he is an aficionado, I took it as a ringing... MORE»

Recipe #378460

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Baked Fish and Fowl Spring Rolls

(2 reviews) Posted by tara portee

This was created for RSC #13. O.k. so shrimp isn't t really fish, but it made the name of the recipe work! I think the flavor combination works so well; each ingredient adds a little something special. I used a large size wrapper, but you could... MORE»

Recipe #353989

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Like Arby's Asian Sesame Dressing

Posted by tara portee

My mother loved Arby's Asian salad, mainly the dressing. Unfortunately they stopped selling it. She asked me if I could create a copy cat of the dressing. She claims that the following recipe is just about perfect. I realize its a huge list of... MORE»

Recipe #284154

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Artichoke Pesto Flounder With Asiago Crust

(3 reviews) Posted by tara portee

This was created for RSC #11. I combined two favorite ways that I like to prepare fish. One with a cheese crust and one coated with pesto. The combination seems like a natural. The egg wash might seem like an unnecessary step, but after... MORE»

Recipe #282918

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Pineapple Sticky Pork Chops

(14 reviews) Posted by tara portee

This was created for Ready, Set, Cook # 10. Once I convinced my husband that all pork does not automatically raise your blood pressure, I started trying different pork chop and pork loin recipes. I found that so many other recipes called for... MORE»

Recipe #243415

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Sweetie Meatballs in Apricot Sauce

(3 reviews) Posted by tara portee

Submitted for RSC #9. I tinkered around with this through multiple incarnations. I finally landed on this slightly different taste for the meatballs. I really liked the taste. I think if I had to do it all over, I might have just left out the... MORE»

Recipe #211594

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India Spice Chicken and Lentils

(1 reviews) Posted by tara portee

Submitted for RSC #9. MORE»

Recipe #211587

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White House Stuffing

(2 reviews) Posted by tara portee

This is as prepared by White House Chefs, Walter Scheib III and Roland Mesnier. It is a highly flavorful stuffing with the chorizo and the sundried tomato sending it over the top. MORE»

Recipe #164753

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Sweet Potato Bake With Shredded Plantain and Coconut Topping

(6 reviews) Posted by tara portee

This was created for Ready, Set, Cook 2006. The sweet potato bake is jazzed up by the topping of the shredded plantain. The fried shredded plantain is known as aranitas. In spanish this means, "little spiders." The little plantain... MORE»

Recipe #161373

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Mojito Mango Chicken

(6 reviews) Posted by tara portee

This was created for Ready, Set, Cook 2006. A mojito is a traditional Cuban cocktail made with rum, mint and lime. This dish incorporates the mojito into a mango salsa. Once you pour this Caribbean "cocktail" over your gingery,... MORE»

Recipe #161371

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Sole With Lemon Souffle Topping

(3 reviews) Posted by tara portee

This was quite an attractive dish and yet so simple. I came across it in one of the zaar forums, but it had never been posted. The original source was Ina Paarman Cookbook (South African) I used whiting, but I think most delicate white fish... MORE»

Recipe #132089

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Creamy Feta Orzo With Shrimp

(1 reviews) Posted by tara portee

The orzo is prepared similarly to risotto, so it has an extra creaminess. The feta gives a suprise "twang," that you might not otherwise expect. This is rich, full dish that is lovely to serve to family or company. MORE»

Recipe #131980

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A Little Bite of the Mediterranean

(1 reviews) Posted by tara portee

A perfect little bite packed with flavor. Instead of putting out the hummus dip at your next get together, try these portable little cuties. MORE»

Recipe #131967

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Sweet Black Pepper Fish

(1 reviews) Posted by tara portee

I have used this recipe from the January/February 04 issue of Cooking Light magazine several times. It is easily and quickly prepared, but best of all, it is a terrific dish. If I can't find lemongrass, I use lemon zest. I have also added a... MORE»

Recipe #117268

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Green Pozole With Chicken

Posted by tara portee

I got this from Epicurious. I have made it several times and fall in love with it all over again each time. You can certainly use some shortcuts to reduce your time and effort. For example I have roasted a whole chicken the day before, used... MORE»

Recipe #114379

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Raspberry Danish Dessert

Posted by tara portee

I got this recipe from my cousin. It has always been popular at family functions. MORE»

Recipe #113092

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