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Sicilian Sesame Cookies
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Best-Ever Blueberry Muffins
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 20 Minutes |
Adapted from Great American Recipes. These muffins will definitely brighten your morning! Enjoy with love, Catherine
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This is a sandwich with a history, but I'm not going to go into that here. This is, I believe, my new favorite use for leftover pork roast, pulled pork and even chicken! It has all of the elements needed for a culinary delight: Crunchy, sweet, sour, sal…
Lemon Curd
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Lemon Curd is a paste which resembles a hot marmalade. It can be made into a mousse by folding it into freshly whipped cream. It is used in tarts and tartletts and may be eaten alone. It is also used on top of shortbread cookies dough before baking.
Coconut Creme Brulee
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This coconut Creme Brulee is so delicious served with fresh berries and whipped cream. It's much easier to make than you might think!
Creme Brulee
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A classic dessert made easy for food lovers. This is one of the most satisfying desserts ever. The creaminess of the custard and the crunch of the caramelized sugar is fantastic. Topped with some fresh fruit and wow!
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 65 Minutes |
This cake, from a family friend, was made with oleo- a.k.a. margarine -but I've replaced it with real butter. This is absolutely sinful and a must try for anyone who loves rich cake.
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
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I have evolved my recipe until I think I have achieved perfection. Crispy buffalo-style chicken wings out of the oven with loads of flavour.
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 75 Minutes |
A wonderful Sour Cream Pound Cake recipe that produces a moist, tangy cake sure to be a hit for any social gathering!
Oven Fried Onion Rings
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
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Muffin Monday: Chocolate Chip Orange Muffins
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Indulge in heavenly chocolate paired with intense bits of orange. Enjoy this wonderfully rich muffin with a steaming cup of coffee when you need to stress down.
Crepes Batter (Jam Filled)
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
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Crepes can be used as hors d'oeuvres and in sweet and savory dishes. Better to prepare this batter the day beforehand, or hours before using…it is better rested as the flour must absorb the liquid. The next day adjust the liquid / mixture and add flav…
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| Cook Time: | 25 Minutes |
This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had; moist, flavorful and frugal! It's also vegan and costs less than $3 including the icing! We make this often here and the kids adore it.
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
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This custard is spectacular to look at, and wonderful to eat. Makes a great Halloween or Thanksgiving dessert recipe, and a nice alternative to pumpkin pie. Don't be put off by the long baking time - it's actually a really easy recipe to make! A small pum…
Karen's Homemade strawberry frozen yogurt
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
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This frozen yogurt is healthy and so easy! You will need an ice cream maker to get the best results. It is as easy as blending the 3 ingredients together and then freezing! This is a really refreshing and healthy dessert for the upcoming summer months.
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| Prep Time: | 30 Minutes |
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Moist and very soft apple rolls ideal for breakfast! There is cheese in the dough thst gives softness to the rolls. Quick to make!
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| Prep Time: | 25 Minutes |
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Lemon-Ginger Almond Scones
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
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A wonderful taste treat in a cookie style scone with hints of lemon and ginger with a little almond crunch!
Glazed Lemon Cookies
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A quick and easy lemon cookie with a tart glaze.
Ginger Maple Spice Cookies
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
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This is a traditional Portuguese dessert I grew up with. My girls simply love the Jerimú and the reason I decided to name then Pumpkin Nuggets in English is that this past Christmas Eve, my toddler looked at them and said nuggets? Of course we all la…
Best Ever Banana Bread
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 60 Minutes |
Best Ever Banana Bread is adapted from Gold Medal All-Purpose Flour. Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting is adapted from McCormick – Pure Vanilla Extract. This banana bread is a perfect compliment to a cup of tea! Enjoy!
Idle Hand Bars
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These sinfully delicious peanut butter and chocolate dessert bars are out of this world. As a "sweet" fanatic married to a "salty" fanatic, it's always a struggle coming up with desserts that can be shared and devoured with equal gusto. These bars are the…
Chicken Gumbo with Andouille Sausage
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| Cook Time: | 120 Minutes |
I love a good thick spicy gumbo. The restaurant I work at has the best gumbo ever. I wanted to recreate my own version to make and enjoy at home. In gumbo, roux is key and if burned or undercooked can result in not so good gumbo. Since my favorite gumbo f…
Peach Cobbler (Adapted from Great American Home Baking Index Cards)
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| Prep Time: | 20 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 35 Minutes |
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