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What a clever and tasty appetizer! Using pretzel sticks for the handle is a great idea, just make sure to insert th...

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup Manchego cheese, shredded
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
  • 1 cup Marcona almonds, finely chopped
  • 36 pretzel sticks
3.9/5 (7 Votes)

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These bars are fabulous! Starting from the bottom you have a lovely crumb crust, then a sweetened cream cheese laye...

  • CRUMB:
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1 egg
  • FILLING:
  • 24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 (21-ounce) cans cherry pie filling
  • GLAZE:
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
4/5 (25 Votes)

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Homemade picadillo filling in poblano peppers, fried with an egg batter and served with a homemade nogado or pecan ...

  • FILLING:
  • 6 large chiles poblanos, roasted
  • 1 plantain (platano macho) *the plantain should be yellow with a little hint of green, but not black
  • Olive oil
  • 1/2 pound ground chuck
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano, crushed
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 to 2 chipotles in adobo, minced
  • 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1 tomatillo, diced
  • 1/3 cup diced green apple (I used granny smith)
  • 1/3 cup diced pear
  • 1/3 cup diced peach
  • 1/3 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium beef or chicken broth
  • NOGADA SAUCE:
  • 3/4 cups pecans
  • 1/4 cup blanched almonds
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 6 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • 3 teaspoons sugar or to taste
  • 1/3 teaspoon white pepper
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon
  • Salt to taste
  • EGG BATTER:
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Oil for frying (canola or vegetable)
  • GARNISH:
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/4 cup parsley or cilantro, chopped
4.3/5 (6 Votes)

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Crispy apple and sausage salad has the saltiness from the sausage and just the crunch you need from the apple! A pe...

  • 1 (12 ounce) package JOHNSONVILLE® Sweet Apple smoked chicken sausage, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 10 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 1/2 cup honey mustard salad dressing
4.2/5 (5 Votes)

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This rustic stuffing combines hearty Italian bread, sausage, and chestnuts for a comforting side

  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 1 pound fennel sausage, casings removed
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced; fronds reserved
  • 1 cup chestnut, roughly chopped
  • 1 apple, peeled and diced
  • 5 cups ciabatta, cubed and toasted
  • 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley (chopped)
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
3.9/5 (39 Votes)

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A classic dish from Beijing served since the 1860s, the Peking duck has long been a favorite way to serve whole roa...

  • 1 (4-pound) whole duck, dressed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 orange, sliced in rounds
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • 5 green onions
  • 1/2 cup plum jam
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons distilled white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup chutney, finely chopped
4/5 (17 Votes)

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This easy make-ahead pâté makes for an elegant first course or party appetizer on any festive buffet table

  • 1 stick unsalted butter, about 1/2 cup
  • 1/2 cup duck fat
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh marjoram or 1/4 teaspoon dried
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh sage or 1/4 teaspoon dried
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 pound chicken livers, trimmed
  • 1/4 cup port, madeira, cognac, or armagnac
  • a fresh thyme, marjoram, or sage sprig as garnish, optional
  • crackers, baguette slices, or hearty bread to serve
4/5 (6 Votes)

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Spring has sprung! This Cadbury Mini Egg Cheesecake Bar is a great treat or dessert to celebrate this time of year

  • CADBURY MINI EGG COOKIE CRUST:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temp
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup, plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (8-ounce) bag Cadbury mini eggs
  • CADBURY MINI EGG CHEESECAKE BARS:
  • 1 (16-ounce) package cream cheese, room temp
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 (8-ounce) bag Cadbury mini eggs
3.9/5 (7 Votes)

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This recipe comes from the Pioneer Woman's Blog

  • 4 whole Russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
3.9/5 (16 Votes)

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Your slow cooker makes preparing this yummy Cranberry Glazed Chicken a breeze

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 (14-ounce) can cranberry sauce
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Betty Crocker™ Potato Buds™ instant mashed potatoes
4.2/5 (6 Votes)

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This yummy Skillet Green Bean Casserole recipe is made easy by combining everything in a skillet and using the stov...

  • 1 pound haricots verts (French green beans)
  • 2 (1-ounce) slices whole-wheat bread
  • 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh garlic, chopped
  • 1 1/2 ounces Parmesan cheese (about 6 tablespoons), grated and divided
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 ounces white mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson)
  • 1/2 cup 2% reduced-fat milk
  • 2 tablespoons dry sherry
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3.9/5 (8 Votes)

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There is nothing "basic" about this Thanksgiving Dressing, it's so yummy! I like it just as it is written, but it m...

  • 1 loaf or round corn bread
  • 1 loaf French or Italian bread
  • 1 loaf ciabatta or other crusty artisan bread
  • 1/2 cup (1-stick) butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 5 stalks celery, chopped
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more if necessary
  • 1/2 bunch parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground pepper
4.2/5 (6 Votes)

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