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My Italian friend shared her family recipe for this delicious biscotti

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1-stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup sliced almonds or pistachios
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 12 ounces dark chocolate (for dipping)
3.8/5 (59 Votes)

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This easy 2-ingredient cake recipe is fat-free and sure to please everyone's sweet tooth

  • 1 (16-ounce) box angel food cake mix
  • 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, not drained
  • Whipped topping, optional for serving
  • Chopped fruit, optional for serving
4.1/5 (35 Votes)

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Forget processed cheese goop! This queso fundido (melted cheese) dip is made with Cheddar and Muenster cheeses, wit...

  • 2 poblano chile peppers
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 8 ounces fresh chorizo, casings removed
  • 1/2 cup chopped scallions
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup lager
  • 2 cups grated cheddar cheese, about 8 ounces
  • 2 cups grated muenster cheese, about 8 ounces
  • Tortilla chips, for serving
4/5 (23 Votes)

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These Crock Pot BBQ Meatballs are crazy delicious! They are a perfect Superbowl party food that will be enjoyed by ...

  • 1 1/2 pounds extra lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup uncooked quick oats
  • 1/4 cup dry red wine
  • 1/4 cup liquid egg whites
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
4.3/5 (21 Votes)

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Vegan sausage patties are so good even your meatiest meat-eater friends will be fighting over the last one

  • 1/2 cup textured vegetable protein
  • 1/2 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup oat or wheat bran
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds, optional
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 or 2 dashes of cayenne, optional
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon blackstrap molasses
  • canola oil for frying
4.4/5 (19 Votes)

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Crab Artichoke Dip in a Bread Bowl is a delicious way to curve your guests' appetites before the main course is ser...

  • 1 large or 2 small round sourdough bread or rye bread
  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, brought to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 (14-ounce) jar artichoke hearts, drained, rinsed, and chopped
  • 1 (12-ounce) jar lump crab
  • 1/2 cup red pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup green onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon buffalo hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup parmesan
  • 1 cup mozzarella or sharp white cheddar, shredded
  • 1/2 cup pepper jack, shredded
4.4/5 (17 Votes)

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Love cinnamon rolls? and waffles? These cinnamon roll waffles are perfect for a weekend brunch, or just when you ar...

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  • 3 large croissants, or 9 ounces brioche bread, cut into small pieces
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, cold
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons milk
4.4/5 (14 Votes)

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Slow cooked beef so tender it melts in your mouth! This takes minutes to throw into the crockpot and has such amazi

  • 1 1/2 pounds 1 1/2 pounds flank steak
  • 1/4 cups 1/4 cups cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoons 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cups 3/4 cups soy sauce
  • 3/4 cups 3/4 cups water
  • 3/4 cups 3/4 cups Brown Sugar
  • 1 cup 1 cup grated Carrots
  • Green onions, for garnish
4.3/5 (15 Votes)

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This candied sweet potato dish is best served warm rather than piping hot, which makes it convenient for Thanksgivi...

  • 3 pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed*
  • 1/2 cup butter (1-stick)
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (optional, but my addition)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla (optional, but my addition)
4.4/5 (14 Votes)

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Bacon makes this spicy guacamole so much better! Use less jalapeños if your prefer a milder version

  • 4 strips bacon
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped, about 1/4 cup
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons drained jarred pickled jalapeño slices, chopped, plus 2 teaspoons brine
  • 1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped
  • tortilla chips, for serving
4.4/5 (18 Votes)

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Serve this snowy dessert this holiday season

  • 12 sugar cones (2 to 2 1/2-inches wide and 4 to 5-inches long)
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-process
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Frosting for Christmas Tree Cupcakes
  • Fine sanding sugar, for sprinkling
4.4/5 (14 Votes)

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Crispy Baked Green Bean Fries provide all the fun and even more flavor than regular fries, but none of the calories...

  • 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon ranch dressing mix
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • Olive oil spray
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
4.4/5 (14 Votes)

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