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This recipe is adapted from King Arthur Flour

  • CAKE:
  • 3 cups King Arthur Flour unbleached cake flour, 12-ounces
  • 2/3 cup coconut milk powder, 2.5-ounces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 5-ounces
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar, 10-ounces
  • 6 large egg whites, about 1 1/4 cups; packaged liquid egg whites work fine, too
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk, at room temperature, 12-ounces
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 drops coconut flavoring
  • LEMON CURD, OPTIONAL:
  • 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
  • FROSTING:
  • 3/4 cup creme of coconut, not coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 stick, 4-ounces
  • 5 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided, 22-ounces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, optional
  • 3 to 4 drops strong coconut flavoring
4.2/5 (58 Votes)

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Although Americans often refer to sweet potatoes as yams, true yams are rarely available in U

  • 6 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed but unpeeled
4.4/5 (45 Votes)

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Maple Bacon Crack is a gooey, mouth-watering treat perfect for your next social gathering

  • 1 pound bacon
  • 1 package Pillsbury crescent rolls
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
3.9/5 (170 Votes)

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These pressure cooked baby back ribs are so good you'll kiss the cook! Invite some friends over for a barbecue and ...

  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 to 2 racks baby back ribs, cut to fit into cooker
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 (18-ounce) bottle BBQ sauce
4.2/5 (62 Votes)

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Here's a perfect not-to-sweet treat! This Sicilian Love Cake recipe is perfect for those who are not fans of overly...

  • MASCARPONE RICOTTA FILLING:
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix, plus the ingredients called for in the directions
  • Canola oil, for preparing the pan
  • 28 ounces ricotta cheese (3 1/2 cups)
  • 4 ounces mascarpone (1/2 cup)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
  • COCOA MASCARPONE FROSTING:
  • 10 ounces mascarpone (1 1/4 cups)
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • One 3.9 ounce box instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
4.2/5 (61 Votes)

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Mini pizzas are made with tortillas that are cut into small rounds and topped with traditional pizza toppings

  • 5 (10-inch in diameter) tortillas
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 1/2 cup grated mozzarella
  • pepperoni slices, optional, to taste
4.3/5 (60 Votes)

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Gooey Butter Cookies are a perfect treat when you're craving something sweet

  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 egg
  • 1 box Betty Crocker® SuperMoist® yellow cake mix
4.3/5 (52 Votes)

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A super simple refreshing spritzer flavored with fresh strawberries and basil

  • 4 ounces Sauvignon blanc
  • 4 medium strawberries, diced small
  • 3 ounces soda water
  • 1 tablespoon basil, chopped
  • Juice of half a Lime
  • Straw berries, sliced for garnish
  • Basil, sliced for garnish
4.5/5 (39 Votes)

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This dressing is so flavorful thanks to sautéing the fennel and using olive bread

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound trimmed fennel bulbs, cored and diced, about 2 bulbs
  • 3 cups chopped onions, about 3 large
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions, white parts only, about 5 onions
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 12 ounces cremini mushrooms, quartered
  • 4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and quartered
  • 15 cups stale artisanal olive bread cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup oil-pack dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon snipped fresh tarragon
  • 1 tablespoon snipped fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon snipped fresh basil
4.6/5 (25 Votes)

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Vanilla cupcakes with a fresh strawberry frosting are a perfect way to welcome the spring season

  • CUPCAKES:
  • 3/4 cup, plus 2 tablespoons cake flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/3 cup buttermilk
  • FROSTING:
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon seedless strawberry jam
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
4.5/5 (37 Votes)

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Try these easy Oven Roasted Baby Red Potatoes recipe with an extra crisp, they are mmm mm good!

  • 1 pound baby red potatoes
  • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
  • 1 teasoon salt
  • 1 teasoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon flour
4.4/5 (44 Votes)

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Here’s a recipe for the grown ups and prefect timing for the Spooky Halloween season! Citron vodka, orange liqueu...

  • SANGRIA SIMPLE SYRUP:
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup red wine, such as Merlot or Zinfandel
  • 1 cup dark sweet cherries, stemmed, pitted and halved
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • Strips of orange peel from 1 medium orange (orange part only)
  • SANGRIA COCKTAIL:
  • Ice cubes
  • 1 1/2 ounces citron vodka
  • 1 ounce clear orange-flavored liqueur
  • 1 ounce sangria simple syrup, chilled
  • 1 dark sweet cherry on a cocktail pick
4.5/5 (37 Votes)

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