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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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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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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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Pomegranate Mimosa (Mocktail)

(1 reviews) Posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen  

Perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion, this very simple yet elegant non-alcoholic cocktail comes courtesy of the folks at Pom Wonderful. The amount of the cider is approximate — the original recipe simply calls for "1 glass... MORE»

Recipe #353840

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Baked Scallops

Posted by Alan in SW Florida  

Easy and elegant for a last minute dinner party (or to impress that someone special ) MORE»

Recipe #345511

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Cranberry Cornucopia Sangria

(2 reviews) Posted by Jess4Freedom  

Adapted from "Peterson's Holiday Helper," by Valerie Peterson (Clarkson Potter, 2008). This is a blend of all the favorite holiday flavors, not really a true sangria. You can use a sparkling cider or grape juice, or even a champagne if... MORE»

Recipe #342791

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Crispy Duck Rolls With Pomegranate Dipping Sauce

Posted by Jess4Freedom  

Duck confit - seasoned duck leg quarters slowly roasted in duck fat - is fully cooked and can be found in the meat section of specialty grocers. Look for egg roll wrappers in the international freezer section or near the tofu products. Pomegranate... MORE»

Recipe #342788

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Roasted Shrimp With Feta (Barefoot Contessa)

Posted by Manami  

This is Ina Garten's secret for convincing your guests that you're a natural-born cook! I recommend Greek or French feta if you can find it. Usually Ina prefers feta cubed rather than crumbled, but here she crumbles it in large pieces. Pernod is... MORE»

Recipe #340179

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French Tart's Classic Madeleines: Madelines: Little Fluted Cakes

(4 reviews) Posted by French Tart  

These are one of my favourite French cakes; delicate little light sponge cakes, baked in special fluted trays and sprinkled lightly with icing sugar, so elegant, light and airy! Some are flavoured with vanilla extract only, whilst other recipes... MORE»

Recipe #338454

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Hop, Skip and Go Naked

Posted by Reeces Pieces  

"This is the best drink ever. It tastes just like cherry gelatin, so it's very easy to drink one too many without realizing it. This is the name given to it by my best friend's dad. He calls any made-up drink that doesn't have a name... MORE»

Recipe #302759

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Blue Cheese Oysters

Posted by Hey Jude  

Rich and delicious! Use a good quality blue cheese, such as Maytag, if you can find it. Panko are Japanese bread crumbs and nowadays can be found in most large grocery stores, in the Asian sections. Recipe from a local cooking school, The... MORE»

Recipe #298902

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Cafe Theatre

(1 reviews) Posted by Annacia  

I'm not sure why this is called Theater but I am sure that it's a lovely cupfull of goodness on a winter evening. The time assumes that the coffee is already brewed. MORE»

Recipe #284296

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Tostones With Smoked Salmon

Posted by Manami  

We served these and what a hit they were! The mixing of two ethnic ingredients was a great success! We enjoyed them immensley! F&W Magazine, In The Pursuit of Latin Flavors, recipe by Eric Ripert, 11/2002. As I stated below - the way to... MORE»

Recipe #278493

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Brandy Flamed Chorizo

Posted by Sarah_Jayne  

Talk about lush! I love the spicy taste of Chorizo sausage but I don't have it often due to trying to eat less fat. However, everybody has to treat themselves sometime and if you are doing to do it then DO it. This would impress party guests... MORE»

Recipe #276739

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The Mean Fiddler (Adult Alcoholic Beverage)

(2 reviews) Posted by Brenda.  

This is a drink you might like to share, (or maybe not **wink**) since it contains 6 shots! Chill your Martini glasses for a few minutes prior to mixing this up. MORE»

Recipe #217717

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Brandied Filet Mignon

(1 reviews) Posted by Oolala  

From Mastering the Art of Barbecue Cooking by Hanna H. Thomas. This is made in a pan over the BBQ so for me, this can be made in a pan in the kitchen too! It says that it pairs well with Greek salad and crusty French bread. MORE»

Recipe #215548

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Cafe Brulot

(1 reviews) Posted by Annacia  

Brulot means "burnt brandy" in French. Special fireproof brulot bowls were important tableware in fine New Orleans homes during the 1800s. For a dramatic effect, the lights were dimmed before the mixture was flamed and the coffee added... MORE»

Recipe #212633

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Cheddar Cheese Fondue

(1 reviews) Posted by Denver Chef  

This is the only cheese fondue we ever make. Caution...make it once and you'll be craving it constantly! MORE»

Recipe #209723

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Andros Island Shrimp Baked in Tomato Sauce W/ Feta

(10 reviews) Posted by NcMysteryShopper  

Garides Saganaki is not a traditional Greek recipe. It was probably created in the early 1960s, as tourists began to flood the Greek islands. It is now a popular starter served in upscale seaside taverns all over the country. Each portion usually... MORE»

Recipe #169848

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Feuerzangenbowle (Burnt Punch, Traditional German Beverage)

(3 reviews) Posted by Thorsten  

Feuerzangenbowle has a long tradtion in our family. We used this recipe now for years and we don't change it. Feuerzangenbowle will be made every year at least once. Invite good friends, sit around the table with the Feuerzangenbowle on it, talk,... MORE»

Recipe #142856

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