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Sesame Rice

Posted by Chef #470447  

This side dish is compatible with any meat entree,from chicken to pork to steak. The secret of it's tasty flavor is the chicken broth. MORE»

Recipe #380929

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Mexican Sangrita

Posted by Molly53  

A zingy way to use up the bounty of garden tomatoes and a traditional accompaniment to tequila. When you're ready for the fun, drink the tequila, follow with very cold sangrita, then lime. You can simplify the whole preparation by using canned... MORE»

Recipe #380927

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Black Bean Avocado Salsa

Posted by Fab4  

Summertime dip great for entertaining. MORE»

Recipe #380924

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Cool California Sesame Shiitake Noodles

Posted by JanuaryBride  

"California is known for trend-setting cuisine and much of that is based on the culinary influence of its citizens, including a large Asian population. Here’s a simple take on a cold noodle salad. Add baked tofu, chicken or shrimp if you... MORE»

Recipe #380920

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Pool's Sweet Baked Beans

Posted by *~*Elizabeth*~*  

I have never been a fan of baked beans until this summer. A neighbor of mine brought some over when I moved into my new apartment and then proceeded to tell me what was in it. I did a test run of the beans with my family to see how they tasted and... MORE»

Recipe #380919

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Tangy Guacamole

Posted by Chef DNA1611  

A refreshing lemon/limey guacamole recipe that is neither too spicy nor too tangy. Great for someone who cannot handle too much spice or heat. The lemon/lime mixture will keep the avocado from browning and give it a refreshing tart/tangy taste.... MORE»

Recipe #380918

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Overnight Blueberry Coffee Cake

Posted by WiGal  

A make ahead recipe my mother gave me from an old Taste of Home magazine-1995. Notice that you refrigerate the batter, then let it get to room temperature in 30 minutes before baking. MORE»

Recipe #380917

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Garlic Shrimp and Peas With Linguine

Posted by JackieOhNo!  

Toss lemony shrimp in a flavorful garlic and butter sauce and serve with linguine and peas. MORE»

Recipe #380912

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Tomato Kasundi Relish

Posted by Sackville  

Sometimes life takes us on the strangest paths. My husband and I were cycling through New Zealand one day (on our round-the-world bike trip), when we passed a little jam and jelly stand outside of someone's house. We picked up some jam and a jar... MORE»

Recipe #380911

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Tuna and Red Potatoes

Posted by Kate J  

This is from the Bumblebee tuna package. I haven't tried it yet, but it sounds like a refreshingly different way to make tuna. MORE»

Recipe #380909

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Ethiopian Beet & Potato Salad

Posted by Chef #1319051  

I had an appetizer salad at an Ethiopian restaurant in Chicago when I visited, and this is my approximation of it. MORE»

Recipe #380907

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Basic Scarmbled Tofu

Posted by Chef #1318545  

From Isa Chandra Moskowitz's VEGAN BRUNCH. MORE»

Recipe #380886

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Red Lentil Daal

Posted by amalthya  

from one of my best friends, Rachel McAvoy, this daal is easy to make and so delicious! MORE»

Recipe #380876

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Lemon Squares

Posted by Chef mariajane  

This is a big hit. Everyone loves it and you never have enough. This is made with 3 simple ingredients!! MORE»

Recipe #380867

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Sweet and Savory Campsite Black Bean Salad

Posted by JW-Re  

A blend of beans, spices, greens, and lime juice makes a wonderfully flavorful salad that is great for bringing along on picnics or camping trips. Taken from the great cookbook Campfire Cuisine: Gourmet Recipes for the Great Outdoors by Robin... MORE»

Recipe #380860

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Shaker Lemon Pie from Ohio

Posted by Dan-Amer #1  

This recipe reached us through a 1979 cookbook published by the Cape Cod National Seashore Women's Club. MORE»

Recipe #380854

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Tuna Broccoli Casserole

Posted by momforGod  

Super easy, 5 ingredients. Don't have to take out meat to thaw, so perfect for when you're in a hurry. This can be done with pinwheel, shell or penne pastas too. Can use cream of broccoli or celery soup instead. MORE»

Recipe #380853

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Lemon Cake

Posted by Brookelynne26  

Light and Tasty MORE»

Recipe #380851

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Acadia's Fruit Smoothie

Posted by Acadia  

As a lark and a nice afternoon snack I decided to create this fruit smoothie as I wanted a non Caffeinated pick me up. *Note: No cooking time. MORE»

Recipe #380846

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Smoked Corn on the Cob

Posted by ~Rita~  

I wanted to lower the fat in my Smoked Sweet Corn on the Cob recipe and this is what I came up with. MORE»

Recipe #380842

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From: jackieblue

On Wednesday, July 08, 2009

quote I read a review of a similar recipe on another site stating that the person put the pasta right in the crock pot raw and it came out cooked (and not mushy) at the end after 2.5 hours on low. Has anyone tried to do so with this or a similar recipe with good results?
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Review From: LonghornMama  

On Jul 10, 2009

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RECIPE: Honey-Spinach Salad

Quick to fix and different from the typical spinach salad. Dressing was quite good, not overly sweet but definitely had a honey flavor. Would be great with grilled chicken or shrimp to make a main dish salad. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

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Review From: LonghornMama  

On Jul 10, 2009

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RECIPE: Blueberry Crumb Pie

Simple and quick to fix. Fruit desserts are big at our house, and this was yummy. Not too sweet or syrupy, just lots of fresh flavor from the blueberries. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

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Review From: LonghornMama  

On Jul 10, 2009

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RECIPE: Roasted Cauliflower & 16 Roasted Cloves of Garlic

Oh my gosh, this was fantastic! Only change I'd make would be to double the recipe to have enough leftover for breakfast Roasting brings out a creamines in the garlic and cauliflower which is so rich and incredible, it almost tastes cheesy. For...

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