CROCKPOT PICNIC BEANS

I love beans of all kinds, baked beans, chili beans, bean soup, refried beans, you name it; so I've tried a lot of bean recipes.  As usual, I ended up taking the best part of several recipes and combining them to create this crockpot picnic bean recipe. Every BBQ needs a big pot of beans !! These beans are slightly sweet and smokey, not to mention VERY flavorful and an inexpensive...

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Spicy Chicken Soup

Ingredients :•    2 quarts water•    8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves•    1/2 teaspoon salt•    1 teaspoon ground black pepper•    1 teaspoon garlic powder•    2 tablespoons dried parsley•    1 tablespoon onion powder•    5 cubes chicken bouillon•    3 tablespoons...

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Evergreen Methi Rice

Everytime I go the to store I always pick greens and methi leaves are one of my favorite choice.Methi is a wonderfull leafy delight,  this simple methi rice preparation is very aromatic tasty and quick to prepare too...adding corn kernels makes it very colorfull and little crunchy. Hope you will enjoy this recipe  Ingredients 1 cup tightly packed methi/fenugreek leaves 7 medium size...

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Vegetarian Open Faced Sandwich

Ingredients :•    6 slices sourdough bread, toasted•    3 tablespoons pesto sauce•    1 small eggplant, sliced•    1 small red bell pepper, sliced•    1 medium red onion, sliced•    2 tomatoes, sliced•    1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms•    6 slices mozzarella cheese•   ...

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CREAM CHEESE POUND CAKE

Don't let this unassuming photo deter you from this recipe. This is, by far, one of the best cakes we've had in a  very long time. It is everything you want in a pound cake... it is tender, it has a very fine crumb, it is sweet and rich. Whether you are slicing it up for the perfect strawberry shortcake or serving it with a big scoop of ice cream, this is the perfect cake ...even for the...

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Taro Root Fry with Hot Chilli Ginger Dip

Some recipes are passed generation to generation.Todays dish was shared by my great grand mother in law to my MIL !! The beauty of this dish is the dip that perfectly compliments the flavor of the taro root. My MIL taught me this dish as it is one of my hubby's favorite. And sure you would enjoy it too... Ingredients 1/2 kg taro root medium size salt to taste oil for deep fry For...

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Creamy Gravy Fried Chicken

Ingredients :•    1/2 cup milk•    1 egg, beaten•    1 cup all-purpose flour•    2 teaspoons garlic salt•    1 teaspoon paprika•    1 teaspoon ground black pepper•    1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning•    1 (4 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces•    3 cups vegetable...

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California Grilled Veggie Sandwich

Ingredients : •    1/4 cup mayonnaise•    3 cloves garlic, minced•    1 tablespoon lemon juice•    1/8 cup olive oil•    1 cup sliced red bell peppers•    1 small zucchini, sliced•    1 red onion, sliced•    1 small yellow squash, sliced• 2 (4-x6-inch) focaccia bread pieces,...

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Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients : •    4 sweet potatoes, cut into large French fries•    1 tablespoon water•    2 teaspoons Italian seasoning•    1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper•    1 pinch salt and pepper to taste•    2 tablespoons olive oilDirections :1.Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F(200 degrees C). 2.Place the cut sweet potatoes...

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Cavatini Pasta

Ingredients 1 large green bell pepper, diced1 large onion, diced2 ounces (1/2 stick) margarine1 teaspoon garlic powder1 pound assorted pasta (wheels, shells, spirals, ziti)  1/2 pound pepperoni. sliced thin then cut in half8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded1/2 pound hamburger, browned1/2 pound Italian sausage, browned1 (16 ounce) jar meat flavored Prego sauceMelt margarine over medium high...

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Divinely Soft and Nutty Pumpkin Loaf

The heavens opened up today, my heart missed a beat and I soared in spirit with every bite of this pumpkin loaf.It smells amazing and tastes so divine it has been one of my favorite baking surprises.This moist and cakelike loaf with its nutty,chocolaty texture and a flavorfull undertone of pumpkin can be a wonderfull treat for your family to savor anytime of the day. Here is a recipe...

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Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Cinnamon Roll Cookies Cookie dough:1 cup (2 sticks) butter1/2 cup (3 1/2 ounces) sugar1 cup (8 ounces) brown sugar1/4 cup (1 ounce) powdered sugar3 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups plus 1 teaspoon (13 ounces) unbleached flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup (1 ounce) cornstarch1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltIn the bowl of a stand mixer using the paddle attachment,...

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CLASSIC CHERRY PIE

If you follow my blog regularly, you know that I enjoy combining recipes to get an end result that suits us. That's what I did with this cherry pie recipe.The first cherry pie recipe I tried tasted OK, but there was a watery liquid in the bottom of the pie that seperated from the filling...not a good thing.Next, I tried a recipe that used flour as a thickener, but it left a cloudy...

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Hot Italian Giardiniera

Ingredients•    2 green bell peppers, diced•    2 red bell peppers, diced•    8 fresh jalapeno peppers, sliced•    1 celery stalk, diced•    1 medium carrot, diced•    1 small onion, chopped•    1/2 cup fresh cauliflower florets•    1/2 cup salt•    water to cover    ...

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Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredients•    1 tablespoon butter•    1/2 cup diced carrot•    1/2 cup diced onion•    1/2 cup diced celery•    1 pinch salt•    1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves•    2 tablespoons melted chicken fat•    2 quarts roasted chicken broth (see footnote for recipe link)•   ...

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Honey Grilled Chicken

Ingredients : •    1/3 cup Dijon mustard•    1/4 cup honey•    2 tablespoons mayonnaise•    1 teaspoon steak sauce•    4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves  Directions : 1.    Preheat the grill for medium heat.  2.    In a shallow bowl, mix the mustard, honey, mayonnaise,...

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Exotic Mixed Vegetable Curry

We often tend to have a lot of veggies in small quantities and wonder how to use them.Todays recipe is an assortment of veggies cooked in a exotic gravy flavored with some unique indian spices.This dish could surprise your unexpected guests to wonder if you had planned for their visit ;P. I always store paneer for such moments and adding it to this curry will make it really...

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MINI CHICKEN POT PIES

Picky-picky husband loves chicken pot pies, but they definitely  have not been on my "quick fix" list until now. This "recipe" is almost a cheater recipe, because you can skip the recipe below and just use your favorite leftover chicken and gravy to make these. They were so tasty that picky-picky husband went back for seconds!! With this quick and easy technique, I can see we will...

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CHURROS

It has been "churro week" at our house. We love this sweet (stick shaped) donut rolled in cinnamon sugar and served warm!!"Churro week" came about because I was trying to find a new churro recipe for the grandkids. I tried several new ones and they all had promising results, but none of them were exactly what  I was looking for. I ended up combining the...

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Sausage Lasagna

Ingredients :•    1 pound sweet Italian sausage•    3/4 pound lean ground beef•    1/2 cup minced onion•    2 cloves garlic, crushed•    1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes•    2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste•    2 (6.5 ounce) cans canned tomato sauce•    1/2 cup water•    2...

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Pesara Pindi Bellallu / Green Gram Bubbles

A traditional dish always brings back sweet memories of childhood.And my mom was a expert to dole out so many savory dishes throughout the year.She ensured every season and moment had a special dish.She recently came over and I requested her to prepare this savory green gram bubbles tradionally known as pesara pindi bellallu. The texture and flavor of this savory evening...

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Banana & Vanilla Gingerbread

Ingredients :•    Bread:•    2 large ripe bananas•    2/3 cup packed dark brown sugar•    1/2 cup molasses•    1/2 cup vegetable oil•    2 eggs•    1/4 cup milk•    2 cups all-purpose flour•    2 tsp. ground ginger•    1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon•   ...

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EASY BUTTERSCOTCH ICE CREAM TOPPING

It is finally grilling season in Alaska and that means food, friends and family. Our crowd loves ice cream and I've been playing around with a variety of ice cream toppings. This quick and easy one is a big favorite right now, but I'm working on a pineapple topping as well. EASY BUTTERSCOTCH ICE CREAM TOPPING ¼ cup butter 1¼ cups light brown sugar (packed) 16 large marshmallows 2...

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Pizza Rolls

Ingredients :•    2 quarts canola oil for frying•    1 egg•    3 tablespoons water•    1 (16 ounce) jar pizza sauce•    1 (8 ounce) package sliced pepperoni•    1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese•    1 (14 ounce) package egg roll wrappersHow to Cook : 1.    Heat oil in a deep-fryer...

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Chocolate Espresso Walnut Cookies

Ingredients 1 pound semisweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup (1 stick) butter3/4 cup (3 ounces) unbleached flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt4 extra-large eggs1 1/2 cups sugar2 tablespoons instant espresso powder1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 cups fine-quality bittersweet (56% to 60% cacao) chips or 1/4-inch chunks2 cups coarsely chopped walnuts (about 8 ounc...

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Healthy Basic Crepes

Basic CrepesIngredients•    1 cup white whole wheat flour•    2 eggs•    1/2 cup low-fat (1%) milk•    1/2 cup water•    1/4 teaspoon salt•    2 tablespoons butter, melted•    1/2 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt•    1/4 cup maple syrup•    1/2 cup blueberriesDirections1.   ...

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Olive Garden Creamy Polenta

Olive Garden Creamy Polenta 3 cups whole milk1 cup waterSalt to taste1 tsp rosemary, chopped + 1 tsp for garnish3/4 cup coarse ground cornmeal3/4 cup fine ground cornmeal1/4 cup mascarpone cheese1/4 cup Parmesan cheese + 1 Tbsp for garnishPepper to tasteScald milk, water, salt, and rosemary in heavy bottom 2 quartsaucepan. Turn heat to low, and with a wooden spoon slowly stir incornmeal and cook for...

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Asian Turkey Meatballs

Asian Turkey Meatballs  10 oz ground skinless turkey breast1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and minced4 scallions, thinly sliced1/3 cup fine dried bread crumbs2 Tbs minced water chestnuts1 egg white1 Tbs reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup sweet and sour sauce1/2 cup unsweetened apple saucePreheat the oven to 375 degrees. Spray a nonstick jelly-roll panwith nonstick cooking spray.In a medium bowl, lightly...

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BISQUICK CLONE RECIPE

I found a recipe, recently, that I really wanted to try, however, it called for 1 cup of commercial Bisquick, an item I don't usually stock in my pantry.  I wasn't too keen on buying a whole box of Bisquick (when I only needed a cup of it) so I went Internet surfing for a Bisquick clone recipe.I found several but they all called for shortening (not exactly what I was looking for). Then I...

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