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Cranberry-Almond Biscotti
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
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)
2-Ingredient Fluff Cake
By MJH
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
Queso Fundido with Chorizo
By Cubby
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
Slow-Cooker BBQ Meatballs Recipe
By á-1968
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
Vegan Sausage Patties
By Nyneve
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
Crab Artichoke Dip in a Bread Bowl
By Taraespo
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
Best Cinnamon Roll Waffles
By Lynnw-2
Love cinnamon rolls? and waffles? These cinnamon roll waffles are perfect for a weekend brunch, or just when you ar...
- ICING:
- 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
Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
By á-25010
Slow cooked beef so tender it melts in your mouth! This takes minutes to throw into the crockpot and has such amazi
- 1 1/2pounds1 1/2 pounds flank steak
- 1/4cups1/4 cups cornstarch
- 2tablespoons2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2teaspoons1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 3/4cups3/4 cups soy sauce
- 3/4cups3/4 cups water
- 3/4cups3/4 cups Brown Sugar
- 1cup1 cup grated Carrots
- Green onions, for garnish
Candied Sweet Potatoes
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
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)
Spicy Bacon Guacamole
By á-174535
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
Christmas Tree Cupcakes
By kelsa94
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
Crispy Baked Green Bean Fries
By critty
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
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