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Roasted pumpkin seeds make a great healthy snack during the Fall! And this recipe gives you a reason to buy more pu...

  • Seeds from one large pumpkin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder, not garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, smoked paprika is a great alternative
  • 3/4 teaspoon onion powder, not onion salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine salt
4.5/5 (19 Votes)

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I have a Whirly Pop Stovetop Popcorn maker that I just love

  • 4 tablespoons (1/4-cup) unsalted butter
  • 10 ounces marshmallows (you can use regular sized or mini marshmallows)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 12 cups popcorn
4.2/5 (28 Votes)

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Spicy meatballs with the added flavor of the chipotle chili pepper in adobo sauce are perfect alone, over pasta or ...

  • 1/4 cup masa harina
  • 1/4 cup hot water
  • 8 ounces ground pork
  • 8 ounces ground beef
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 14-ounce can beef broth
  • 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 chipotle chile pepper in adobo sauce, seeded and finely chopped, from a can of chipotle chile peppers
4.3/5 (27 Votes)

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The best appetizer to serve at your next gathering, jalapeño poppers stuffed with ooey, gooey melty cheese and chi...

  • 4 small chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 jalapeños, diced
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 8 slices bacon
4.3/5 (30 Votes)

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Looking to kick things up a notch?! Try this yummy Spicy Ranch Ritz Crackers recipe

  • Full box regular Ritz crackers
  • 8 tablespoons (1 stick) of melted, unsalted butter
  • One package Ranch Seasoning mix
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
4.4/5 (27 Votes)

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Recipe source: Food and Wine - Sept 2013

  • 6 pounds chicken wings (about 24), tips discarded and wings split
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • 1/3 cup gochujang (Korean chile paste)
  • 2 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean chile powder)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 teaspoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • Sesame seeds and thinly sliced scallions, for garnish
4.3/5 (31 Votes)

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Crisp crab cakes are good to have on top of a fresh bed of greens or between two fluffy bread buns! Photograph

  • 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons nonfat milk
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus lemon wedges for serving
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • Dash hot sauce
  • 1 pound lump crab or crab claw meat, picked over
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
  • Olive-oil cooking spray
4.3/5 (30 Votes)

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Spicy Southwest-Style Louis Kemp Crab Delights Lettuce Wraps is filled with the fragrant and zesty flavors of ancho...

  • 1 (16-ounce) package Louis Kemp Crab Delights
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more to garnish
  • 1 tablespoon green onions, just the green ends, chopped, plus more to garnish
  • 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon jalapeno, finely chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
  • 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • Zest of 1/2 lime
  • 8 butter lettuce leaves
  • Fresh lime wedges to garnish
4.8/5 (4 Votes)

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Now you can have the flavor combination of Buffalo wings with blue cheese dressing in a slider! A piece of blue che...

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon Louisiana hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 ounces blue cheese, cut into twelve 1/4-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup Louisiana hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 12 slider buns, split
  • Pickle chips
3.8/5 (4 Votes)

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The classic spinach dip is given an artichoke twist

  • 2 cups artichoke hearts packed in water, chopped
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts, blanched and chopped
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup Parmesan
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Gruyere, shredded
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Pita chips or baguette, for serving
3.7/5 (9 Votes)

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These spicy, crunchy, spinach-filled phyllo cups are the perfect way to start any dinner party or social gathering

  • 1 (10-ounce) package baby spinach
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon chipotle flavored hot sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • 45 mini phyllo shells
4.7/5 (3 Votes)

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You'll love to share these Roquefort Crackers and the lucky recipients will love you! Cheesy and salty, these crack...

  • 1/4 pound butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 pound Roquefort cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
4.1/5 (9 Votes)

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