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Twice-Baked Potatoes

Posted by Alan in SW Florida  

These twice-baked potatoes, stuffed with cheddar cheese and bacon, are just the way my mother used to make them. I always loved the addition of the green onions. When you are feeling indulgent (these potatoes may not be for the weight conscious!)... MORE»

Recipe #398280

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Pear Thyme Fizz

Posted by College Girl  

Fresh thyme's savoriness is wonderful against the crips drness of pear. Accompanied by Croque Monsieur Puffs http://www.recipezaar.com/rz.240478 or Roasted Pear Crostini with Gorgonzola, this sparkling cocktail is pure pear'fection! MORE»

Recipe #396529

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Croque Monsieur Puffs

Posted by College Girl  

My latest crush is this new incarnation of gourgeres, or cheese puffs. These were inspired by the classic French ham-and-cheese sandwich, Croque Monsieur. If you're serving only one thing with cocktails before dinner, it would have to be these... MORE»

Recipe #396452

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Plumped Ginger-Caramel Shrimp

Posted by evelyn/athens  

From the Splendid Table's How to Eat Supper. MORE»

Recipe #392871

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Shrimp Scampi

(1 reviews) Posted by Alan in SW Florida  

Here's a fast, easy, and elegant appetizer or main course....especially if you make the flavored butter in advance (you can make the butter upto a week ahead and refrigerate until ready to use.) Serve along with a nice white wine and some good... MORE»

Recipe #392600

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Smoky Strip Steaks With Chimichurri Sauce

Posted by Manami  

From: July Fourth, Published July 2007, on the Grill & Pairing of the Day: Big, Balanced Red Wines, July 2008, Food & Wine Magazine, Recipe by Laurent Tourondel. The chimichurri sauce made with parsley, garlic & olive oil is the... MORE»

Recipe #388085

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Layered Brownies/White Chocolate Caramel/Cacao Nib Gelato

Posted by Manami  

These "Hawks Bars" are what my friend, Judy, has chosen for one of the desserts that she is serving for her big shindig for summer's end! These bars have been named after "Hawks"a restaurant in Granite Bay, Ca. owned by Michael... MORE»

Recipe #386378

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Asparagus Crostini

(1 reviews) Posted by JackieOhNo!  

I love asparagus and I love smoked salmon, so this is one of my favorite little appetizer bites! MORE»

Recipe #379755

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Crunchy Pesto Flats

Posted by Jocelyn Rivera-Dongon  

A light on the tummy snack or appetizer, that is healthy and yummy! MORE»

Recipe #377114

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Gazpacho Vodka Shots

Posted by Sarah_Jayne  

This looks like fun way to serve gazpacho at a party. MORE»

Recipe #370867

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Mexican Hot Chocolate Ice Cream

Posted by Sarah_Jayne  

I am adding this for ZWT5. It sounds great with all the flavours of Mexican hot chocolate but in ice cream form. Cooking time is the freezing time. Don't let that scare you too much! MORE»

Recipe #370189

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Smoked Salmon With Beetroot & Vodka Creme Fraiche

Posted by Sarah_Jayne  

I enjoy both smoked salmon and beetroot. So, when I saw this Scandinavian inspired recipe I wanted to put it here for safe keeping. MORE»

Recipe #367371

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Spanish Tomato Bread With Serrano Ham

(1 reviews) Posted by Sarah_Jayne  

A tasty looking Spanish recipe that would fit perfectly into a tapas menu. MORE»

Recipe #367366

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Sweet Pea Soup With Majorero Cream & Roncal Crisps

Posted by Manami  

From: Cheese Guru by Marcia Kiesel in the February 2005 edition of Food & Wine Magazine. This silky, vividly colored sweet pea puree is ideal for entertaining because it is delicious both warm and at room temperature; the soups and crisps... MORE»

Recipe #366759

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Caramelized Onion and Shrimp Bruschetta

Posted by Manami  

Caramelized onion and golden raisins add sweet balance to the shrimp. It can be assembled in no time by making the onion spread ahead. Remove the shrimp for a vegetarian option and replace with crumbled feta. I've allowed 30 minutes resting time... MORE»

Recipe #364782

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Kittencal's Ground Beef and Feta Rice Balls

(1 reviews) Posted by KITTENCAL  

Crunchy on the outside with a delicious ground beef-rice filling oozing with melted chunks of feta cheese, I would suggest to purchase the block of feta cheese and coarsely crumble into small chunks, you may freeze the remainder of the feta to use... MORE»

Recipe #362630

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Brandied Lit'l Smokies

Posted by aronsinvest  

Serves a lot. Wonderful and easy. MORE»

Recipe #362176

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Beef and Zucchini Bites

Posted by Sarah_Jayne  

I am putting this here for when the abundance of zucchini arrive as they do most years. I found this recipe in a booklet called 'Mince Magic' put out by the British beef board. MORE»

Recipe #360190

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Sardo Punch

Posted by Manami  

Mirto means myrtle in English. The myrtle bush has small pointy leaves,and dark berries similar to wild huckleberries.I don't know exactly what's in mirto, I think that the term is used interchangably for foods flavored with the leaves or the... MORE»

Recipe #360187

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Auld Alliance: Potted French Blue Cheese and Scotch Whisky Pate

(1 reviews) Posted by French Tart  

The Auld Alliance is the historic friendship between Scotland and France, as well as a traditional cheese and whisky recipe. Here is a modern version of my Scottish grandmother's recipe for Auld Alliance. I have used Scotch whisky and a lighter... MORE»

Recipe #359855

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