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Posted by TasteFullyDone  

I get special requests to make these. I always double the recipe. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #295598

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Chasen's Shirley Temple Cocktail

(2 reviews) Posted by lynnski / LA  

In it's 59 years as a Hollywood celebrity hangout, Chasen's had ample time to develop recipes for special clients. However, Shirly Temple was one of only two people who had a recipe from Chasen's named for her. The story behind the drink is... MORE»

Recipe #291135

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Chasen's Cheese Toast

Posted by lynnski / LA  

This cheese toast is especially good with Chasen's spinach salad. Recipe from the Los Angeles Central Library's, Archive of Old Menus. MORE»

Recipe #290546

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Chasen's Coupe Snowball Dessert

Posted by lynnski / LA  

This very simple dessert had been served at the famous Chasen's Restaurant which closed in 1995. The recipe is from the Los Angeles Public Library, Archive of Old Menus. MORE»

Recipe #290321

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Sonoma Valley Mashed Yams

Posted by Chef #740736  

My boyfriend hates sweet potatoes. It's been rainy here forever, so I decided to get creative one night, serving these as a side dish for us and our three kids, with a lovely salmon with shiitake ragout and pesto capellini with pomegranate... MORE»

Recipe #282021

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California Granola (Microwave or Oven)

Posted by Mandy from Oz  

This recipe is from Quaker. It's got great flavour & is so quick to make as it can be done in the microwave. I was surprised how well it turned out microwaved, it still toasted really nicely. MORE»

Recipe #281457

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Big Hit Easy Make Mashed Potatoes

Posted by Rob in Malibu, CA, United States  

Everyone can make mashed potatoes but too often the flavor is missing something. This one is missing nothing. MORE»

Recipe #273985

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Christmas Pajas (Cookies)

(1 reviews) Posted by lynnski / LA  

This Modern Mexican cookie is almost like a candy. MORE»

Recipe #272099

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Morning Smoothies for Two

Posted by KissKiss  

A great way to start the day or you could make it as an afternoon snack for an energy boost. This has it all: potassium from the banana, antioxidants from the blueberries, Vitamin A from the peaches, calcium from the yogurt and milk, and Omega-3s... MORE»

Recipe #265934

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Grandma's Chicken Enchilada Casserole (Lighter Version)

Posted by Halcyon Eve  

My mom got this recipe from her mom, and passed it on to me. I've since lightened it up a bit (you can further lighten it by replacing the cheese with lowfat cheese--I just don't like lowfat cheese). I loved this recipe growing up, and my family... MORE»

Recipe #265109

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Chilled Cherry Soup from the New York Times

Posted by carrie sheridan  

Wonderful at midday on a very hot day MORE»

Recipe #262128

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Avocado Soup Gerald from the New York Times

Posted by carrie sheridan  

a cold soup that you can make in a minute MORE»

Recipe #262112

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Breadless Portabella Mushroom Pizza's Stovetop

(1 reviews) Posted by LuvMeImCute  

These rich decadent individual sized pizzas are to die for, but your waistline wont pay for the pleasure, and they couldn't be easier. Make them right on the stovetop in one skillet. Great appetizer if you use small portabellas. Also wonderful for... MORE»

Recipe #256999

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Grilled Spam, Tomato, Cheddar Cheese and Sweet Onion Sandwiches

Posted by AvidAngler  

I can remember eating these on our ranch with Mom & Dad as a kid some forty years ago. They are high up on the list of my favorite summertime comfort foods. MORE»

Recipe #249774

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Susan's Version of Old-Fashioned Potato Salad

(1 reviews) Posted by Debber  

From Susan Branch's "Summer" Book . . . a delicious family favorite! MORE»

Recipe #243732

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Easy Caramelized Garlic Chicken

(11 reviews) Posted by MizEmerilLagasse  

This is the best chicken I have ever made or eaten in my life. It is the perfect combination of sweet and savory, and is great for a quick, yet still fancy, meal. MORE»

Recipe #242778

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Strawberry Pretzel Salad Dessert

Posted by Jenaub  

This is an awesome dessert for a potluck or a hot summer day! MORE»

Recipe #241323

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Ronald Reagan's Macaroni and Cheese

(1 reviews) Posted by CaliGirlShellybean  

RONALD REAGAN'S MACARONI AND CHEESE from The White House Family Cookbook by H. Haller and V. Aronson Everytime I make this I there are NO left overs and there's only three in my family. MORE»

Recipe #240198

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C,h,p,b&b Sandwich

(1 reviews) Posted by P.B.&Jayne  

Loma Linda Market Cafe used to serve this in the eighties. The city of Loma Linda is a hub for Seventh Day Adventists. They are known for their healthy vegetarian lifestyle. Is this healthy? Maybe and maybe not. Beware! This is like eating... MORE»

Recipe #237286

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Easy Corned Beef Patties

Posted by real riff raff  

Everyone's starving and you're crunched for time? This is super easy, it's fast, and will please ANYONE! MORE»

Recipe #236220

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