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Potatoes Romano: Going on 20

Posted by Amber W  

This is a recipe received from a request in a newspaper here in SoCal. It's from the Enterprise Fish Co. where this old fashioned dish has been a standard menu item for almost two decades. MORE»

Recipe #399715

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Quick California-Style Ham and Eggs Benedict

Posted by Caroline Cooks  

What a treat for Sunday brunch! Adapted from Southern Living. (Time does not include baking the biscuits.) MORE»

Recipe #399616

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Jarlsberg Chicken

(1 reviews) Posted by Duroc  

I developed this recipe when I was tired and wanted something very quick for my family. It takes less than 30 minutes to make and impresses everyone that has it. MORE»

Recipe #395097

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Fresh Figs With Stilton and Walnuts in a Honey Drizzle Dressing

(1 reviews) Posted by French Tart  

A new fig recipe for this year! Similar to my Fresh Fig and Feta Salad With Toasted Walnuts but with blue cheese and a honey drizzle dressing. I like to tuck a few fig leaves amongst the salad for colour........but please do wipe them first! Serve these figs with crusty bread,... MORE»

Recipe #389016

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Emma's Green Beans

Posted by Chef #1357772 Geogene  

Fresh picked green beans (cooked to tender), or canned, this is a long time family favorite from my mother & always requested as a side-dish at family gatherings, plus! Flavorful, colorful, delicious hot, or cold, more flavorful the next... MORE»

Recipe #386484

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Honey-Roasted Pear Salad With Thyme and Verjus Dressing

(1 reviews) Posted by French Tart  

An elegant and sophisticated salad that makes good use of verjus (verjuice) in the dressing. I use a local blue cheese, such as Roquefort in this salad; however, please do use a local blue cheese of your choice - any creamy or robust blue cheese... MORE»

Recipe #386007

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Crab Cakes With Lemon Butter and Plum Tomato Salsa

Posted by College Girl  

Straight forward, savory first course with elegant results. Easy and tasty. Works well as a first course served with Vevue Clicquot Champagne. From Bon Appetit January 2004. MORE»

Recipe #379697

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Herbes De Napa

Posted by BecR  

A lovely seasoning blend from northern California's Napa Valley region, and a great variation on the classic herbes de Provence! Use in vegetable, meat, fish and poultry dishes or in rubs, sauces, and gravies. Courtesy Michael Chiarello. MORE»

Recipe #376859

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Suzanne Goin's Braised Leeks

Posted by blucoat  

This delicious recipe is from Suzanne Goin’s remarkable cookbook, "Sunday Suppers at Lucques". You can top this with a poached egg and a drizzle of mustard vinaigrette for a simple meal or serve as a side dish to poultry. Leftovers... MORE»

Recipe #373355

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California Snackers

Posted by Sharon123  

Snap easy and it's all that good! Four ingredients! Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #373246

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Hot Spiced Carob

Posted by Sharon123  

The ginger gives this delicious drink a little kick and the spices sprinkled over the top will tantalize your taste buds! From Whole Foods. MORE»

Recipe #361383

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Sausage, Roasted Red Pepper, and Spinach Torta Rustica

(1 reviews) Posted by Manami  

This simple dish has a quiche-like filling and baguette slices for a crust. A quick but festive dish, that leaves plenty of time to open gifts or visit with family members. Bon Appetit magazine, December 2008, Family Style by Maria Helm Sinskey.... MORE»

Recipe #359591

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Cali-Schetta

Posted by Julie421511  

I had a couple of avocados to use up and I love bruschetta, so I came up with this unique combination of flavors to serve at a recent dinner party. Prep time includes the 30 minute refrigeration. Enjoy MORE»

Recipe #358695

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Thick Apple Pancakes With Raspberry Sauce

Posted by blucoat  

This is a fabulous and impressive recipe (both visually and in deliciousness). It's great with or without the raspberry sauce The recipe makes about twice the amount of sauce necessary (in my opinion), but the leftovers are amazing on ice cream!... MORE»

Recipe #357639

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Grilled Quesadillas W/ Avocado

Posted by cali_love  

Serve this at your next Superbowl party, or as an appetizer for any occasion! Roasted poblanos, a rich blend of cheeses, and avocados create unforgettable quesadillas! Serve with sour cream and salsa. (Cooking time is roasting time.) MORE»

Recipe #352363

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The Dreidel - Cocktail

Posted by Jess4Freedom  

Created by Nopa Bar in San Fransisco. You need to shake the cocktail very hard, almost violently, to be sure that the egg white emulsifies. MORE»

Recipe #342694

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Almond Honey Clusters

Posted by Sharon123  

Awesome! MORE»

Recipe #341533

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Sweet Almond Brittle!

(1 reviews) Posted by Sharon123  

The original name is Almond Addiction but I couldn't bring myself to name it that! So you have been warned! MORE»

Recipe #341532

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Low-Fat Ranch Dressing and Dip Mix

(1 reviews) Posted by Ametista  

Inexpensive, tasty, and msg-free Ranch dressing mix. I keep the mix ready in the spice cabinet so I am always ready to throw some fresh dressing together. MORE»

Recipe #339903

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Mexican Chorizo Cornbread Stuffing

Posted by Celticevergreen  

This is the stuffing recipe used in my family at Thanksgiving. You can assemble the dressing (up to the baking) up to 2 days ahead; cover and chill. Remove from refrigerator about 3 hours before baking to bring to room temperature. MORE»

Recipe #337050

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