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Tequila & Lime Turkey Chili
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
Tequila, fresh squeezed lime, honey and soy sauce yield a flavorful turkey chili
- 1 slice high-quality white sandwich bread, torn into quarters
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 onions, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, minced or 1/2 teaspoon dried
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tequila, divided, plus extra as needed
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon canned chipotle chili in adobo sauce, minced
- 1 teaspoon lime zest, grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, plus extra as needed
- Avocado, diced, optional
- Sour cream, optional
Fresh 7-Layer Dip
By johnwhorfin
This recipe for a simplified, healthier version of traditional seven-layer dip uses fresh ingredients and will be g...
- REFRIED BLACK BEANS:
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow or white onion, about 1/4 medium onion
- 1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained, or 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- GUACAMOLE:
- 2 medium avocados, halved and pitted
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, about 1/2 medium lime
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- PICO DE GALLO:
- 1 large or 2 medium tomatoes, chopped, about 1 1/2 cups chopped
- 1/4 cup finely yellow or white onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, about 1/2 medium lime
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup salsa verde, homemade or jarred, or your favorite salsa
- Handful of pickled jalapeños, chopped (optional, if you like spice)
Low Carb White Birthday Cake
By aerin8
Low carb cake? Yes it is a reality! Almond meal replaces flour and your favorite sweetener replaces sugar in this t...
- CAKE:
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 3/4 cup, plus 1 tablespoon sugar substitute
- 5 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups blanched almond flour / meal
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- FROSTING:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 3/4 cup sugar substitute
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Almond Roca
By á-44262
Make your own version of Almond Roca at home! Toffee, chocolate and almonds are a stellar combo
- 1 1/2 cups toasted almonds, chopped, divided
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup salted butter
- 4 bars milk chocolate candy, such as Hershey's Bars
Chocolate Chip Spider Cookies
By S_brabec
These chocolate chip spider cookies are easy to make and you probably have all of the ingredients in your kitchen -...
- 2 cups, plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 12 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled until warm, 1 1/2 sticks
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, plus 1 egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided
Cheese & Guinness Spread
By sandiB2010
Buy a six-pack of Guinness for your guests and save a little for the dip
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 2 ounces Guinness stout
- 6 ounces sharp Cheddar, grated
- 2 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- Assorted crackers and crudités
Cheese Fritters With Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
By Booper-2
Be prepared to see these cheese fritters disappear fast! The delicious mix of cheeses and sour cream fry up into...
- Fritters:
- 3 eggs
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
- 3 cups pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons parsley, minced
- 1/2 cup green onions, minced
- Fat for frying
- Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons spicy mustard
- 3 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
50 Flavorful Popcorn Recipes
By danyell923
Make your favorite flavored popcorns at home with these ideas - switch up, try them all! From traditional Kettle Co
- 12 to 16 cups freshly popped popcorn
- Check for other ingredient under directions
Sweet 'n Spicy Sausage
By msippigrl
These deliciously sweet and spicy sausages may be served as an appetizer with toothpicks or with fried rice as a ma...
- 2 pounds Conecuh brand original spicy smoked sausage
- 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
- 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 3 to 4 tablespoons Creole mustard
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Carlos O'Kelly's Chile Con Queso
By vickysue_4
Carlos O'Kelly's Chile Con Queso is the easy and super cheesy queso dip recipe that is sure to be the star of your ...
- 2 tablespoons real butter, sliced
- 1 (1-pound) box Velveeta cheese, cut into chunks
- 1 (8-ounce) container sour cream
- 1 (10-ounce) can tomatoes and chiles, do not drain
- 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
Ube Pies (Purple Yam or Purple Sweet Potato Pies)
By á-6136
Ube [ooh-beh] is purple yam, which should not be confused with purple potatoes or with purple sweet potatoes
- CORNMEAL PIE CRUST:
- 1 1/2 pounds purple sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup condensed milk
- 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/3 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup chilled lard or vegetable shortening
- 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
- 6 tablespoons ice water
- For the Cornmeal Pie Crust, makes one 9-inch or 10-inch double crust
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/3 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup chilled lard or vegetable shortening
- 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
- 6 tablespoons ice water
Air Fryer Fried Ravioli
By á-7198
A much healthier version of fried Raviolis made with an air fryer
- 1 (14-ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 1 (9-ounce) box cheese ravioli, store-bought or meat ravioli
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 cups Italian-style bread crumbs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
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