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The fillings for this omelet compliment each other perfectly; thin slices of Serrano ham, goat cheese, asparagus sp...

  • 4 asparagus spears
  • 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 5 large eggs, separated, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons soft goat cheese
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh mint
  • 4 paper-thin slices Serrano ham (about 1-ounce)
4.7/5 (6 Votes)

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Almonds and tarragon may seem like unusual additions to a mushroom and pepper tart, but the combination is simply a...

  • 1 (9-ounce) sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cups (8-ounces) shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and coarsely chopped
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/3 cup (4-ounces) jarred roasted red peppers, patted dry and coarsely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups (4-ounces) Gruyère, coarsely grated
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon, plus 1 teaspoon
  • 3 tablespoons almonds, sliced
4.6/5 (7 Votes)

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Pamper your guests this holiday season with this decadent and delicious treat, Baked Brie with Raspberry Jam, Almon...

  • 1 10x10-inch piece frozen puff pastry, defrosted
  • 1 (8-ounce) wheel Brie cheese, rind intact
  • 2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries, softened in hot water, drained, and patted dry
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon water
  • Crackers (optional for serving)
  • Sliced baguette (optional for serving)
  • Sliced apples (optional for serving)
  • Grapes (optional for serving)
4.6/5 (9 Votes)

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Hearty White Bean & Prosciutto Bruschetta is a quick crowd-pleasing appetizer

  • 2 cups cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3/4 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced, fat removed, cut into thin strips
  • Bruschetta
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, minced
4.7/5 (7 Votes)

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These Indian-inspired Cauliflower Fritters make a great appetizer for any occasion any time of the year! Serve with...

  • DRESSING:
  • 2 cups cauliflower, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive or rice bran oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon coriander stems, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1/2 cup rice flour
  • 1/2 cup maize flour or chick pea flour
  • 1/2 tablespoon sea salt, or to taste
  • 1 zucchini, grated and squeezed dry
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup coriander leaves (extra for garnish)
  • 2 cups rice bran oil, plus 1 tablespoon, about 500 milliliters
  • 1 lime, quartered
  • 1/2 cup yoghurt
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil, optional
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 tablespoons coriander leaves, roughly chopped
  • sea salt to taste or 1 teaspoon umeboshi vinegar
4.6/5 (9 Votes)

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This King Cake is a lot of fun and taste great! A New Orleans tradition where whomever gets the hidden baby in thei...

  • PASTRY:
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 (.25-ounce) packages active dry yeast
  • 2/3 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 3 eggs, reserve 1 egg white
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated
  • 5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • FILLING:
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2/3 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • FROSTING:
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water
4.5/5 (21 Votes)

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Peanut butter pastry cream filled donuts drizzled with chocolate are best eaten right away, like you could wait any...

  • DONUTS:
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2/3 cup milk, at room temperature
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature and cut into pieces
  • oil for frying
  • PEANUT BUTTER PASTRY CREAM:
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cake flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup cold heavy cream
  • CHOCOLATE DRIZZLE:
  • 3-ounces chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
4.3/5 (26 Votes)

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Turn up the notch on your usual gravy recipe and try this delicious gravy with a variety of herbs

  • 2 (8-ounce) russet potatoes, divided
  • 12 button mushrooms
  • 3 carrots, cut into chunks
  • 3 celery stalks, cut into chunks
  • 2 small onions, each cut into eighths
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup dry red wine
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 4 sprigs fresh parsley
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 sprigs fresh marjoram or 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 2 sprigs fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried rubbed sage
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 12 peppercorns
4.4/5 (23 Votes)

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This perfectly creamy, rich hot cocoa is best paired with a blanket and a book by the fire

  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups (1 quart) milk
  • 1/3 cup hot water
  • Dash salt
  • 1/4 cup Hershey's Cocoa
  • Miniature marshmallows or sweetened whipped cream (optional)
  • 1/2 cup sugar
4.2/5 (48 Votes)

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Little Mexican chile quiches will be a hit at any party

  • 12 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 6 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 (4-ounce) cans chopped green chilies, drained
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4.3/5 (40 Votes)

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I've never been to Chicago, so I cannot vouch for the authenticity of this Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza recipe, fr...

  • DOUGH:
  • 3 1/4 cups (16 1/4-ounces) unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (2 3/4 ounces) yellow cornmeal
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons table salt
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant or rapid-rise yeast
  • 1 1/4 cups water (10-ounces), room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus 4 tablespoons, softened
  • 1 teaspoon plus 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • SAUCE:
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup grated onion, from 1 medium onion (see note)
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Table salt
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed through garlic press (about 2 teaspoons)
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Ground black pepper
  • TOPPINGS:
  • 1 pound mozzarella cheese, shredded (about 4-cups) (recommended, whole mozzarella. Don't use pre-shredded, as it doesn't melt well.)
  • 1/2 ounce grated Parmesan cheese (about 1/4-cup)
4.6/5 (14 Votes)

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Love this slow cooked Beef Stew with Dark Brown Gravy! Tastes awesome alone in a bowl or served over rice

  • 1 slow cooker liner (makes clean up fast)
  • 1 pound beef stew meat
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 or 2 jars of beef gravy (I use Heinz Homestyle Savory Beef)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup red wine
  • 1 tablespoon Kitchen Bouquet
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup water, if needed to get more liquid
4.1/5 (18 Votes)

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