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Lidia's Almond-Apricot Butter Cookies
By sandiB2010
These delicious almond-apricot cookies are best served with a cup of tea and make a great additions to any festive ...
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/3 cup apricot preserves
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
White Chocolate Blueberry Cheesecake
By wing118677
Rich and creamy White Chocolate Blueberry Cheesecake! What are you waiting for, click that heart icon!
- GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST:
- 2 cups graham crackers, pulsed into crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- WHITE CHOCOLATE BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE FILLING:
- 3 (8-ounce) blocks full-fat cream cheese, very soft
- 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt, room temperature
- 3 large eggs plus 2 egg yolks, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 8 ounces white chocolate, chopped, melted and slightly cooled
- FRESH BLUEBERRY SWIRL:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- GARNISH:
- 4 ounces white chocolate, grated (optional)
- Fresh whipped cream, optional
- 1/2 cup blueberries, optional
Whole30 Homemade Ranch Mix
By á-15721
A delicious, homemade, healthy version of Ranch seasoning mix that is gluten free, Paleo, Whole30 and no dairy
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 4 tablespoon parsley
- 3 teaspoons dill weed
- 2 teaspoons dried chives
- 4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 4 teaspoons onion powder
- 4 teaspoons dried onion flakes
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
Candy Cane Cheese Danish
By á-11135
This Candy Cane Cheese Danish makes a great presentation on any holiday spread
- CANDY CANE:
- 2 tubes crescent rolls
- 1 package Philly Cream Cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 can cherry pie filling
- GLAZE:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk, whole preferred
Mushroom & Swiss Burgers
By carvalhohm2
A classic American burger combination, Swiss cheese uniquely complements savory sautéed mushrooms
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 1 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 6 hamburger rolls
Herbed Quinoa & Red Rice Stuffing with Kale & Pine Nuts
By á-10847
Try this version of Gluten-Free Stuffing, made with quinoa and red rice stuffing mix
- 1 packet quinoa and red rice (included with mix)
- 3 1/4 cups water
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Unsalted butter for baking dish, plus 3 tablespoons
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 bunch Tuscan kale (about 8 ounces) stems removed and leaves thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 packet spices (included with mix)
- 1 packet dried cranberries (included with mix)
- 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
- Zest 1 lemon
- 1 cup vegetable stock, warmed
- Shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese for serving (optional)
Easy Apple Cobbler
By á-46991
Apple cobbler is such a delicious treat, but usually a lot of work! Try this recipe for all the deliciousness with
- 3 large granny smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Halloween Cookie Bites
By NailCandy
These Halloween cookie bites are the perfect treat for the spooky day! Bake them for a party or just to get in a fe
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- Yellow food coloring
- Red food coloring
Candied Popcorn
By á-39849
Candied popcorn is so easy to make with this recipe! This recipe can be personalized to whatever holiday or occasi...
- 12 cups popped popcorn
- 1 (14-ounce) can Eagle Brand® Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 (3-ounce) package cherry or other flavored gelatin
Pea Pesto
By GuidingVegan
Yum! Pesto made with peas, basil, garlic, walnuts and lemon juice
- 1 container basil
- 1 bunch parsley (small amount reserved to sprinkle on pasta)
- 1 bag petite green peas
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/3 cup walnuts
- 1/3 cup vegan parm
- 1 lemon zest and juice
- Salt to taste
- Water to desired consistency
- Sundried tomatoes
- Spinach
Pizza Wheels (Pizza Party Buns)
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
This recipe comes from King Arthur Flour, and it's a winner! I love baking homemade cinnamon rolls, and I enjoy mak...
- DOUGH:
- 1 1/4 cups lukewarm milk
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 3 1/2 cups (14 3/4-ounces) King Arthur Unbleached Bread Flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
- FILLING:
- 1/2 cup of your favorite pizza sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, Cabot preferred; or the pizza cheese of your choice
- 4 ounces (about 1 cup) pepperoni, chopped or shredded
- Garlic butter* (optional)
- Shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
Healthy Paleo Fudge
By nnlester
Easy to make and only requires a few ingredients, this no bake Healthy Paleo Fudge is so satisfying and tasty you w...
- 6 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 6 tablespoons (3-ounces) virgin coconut oil
- 1 pound medjool or deglet noor dates, pitted*
- 1/2 cup (4 fluid ounces) cream or full fat coconut milk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder, (40 g)
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