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Keep your roast turkey moist by stuffing thin slices of pepperoni under the skin

  • 1 (12 to 14 pound) turkey
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 pound pepperoni, thinly sliced
  • 1 preserved lemon, halved lengthwise, pulp discarded and rind sliced 1/2-inch thick, plus 2 teaspoons minced rind
  • 12 large sage leaves, plus 2 sprigs
  • 2 rosemary sprigs
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons thyme, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel
  • Pepper
4/5 (18 Votes)

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Celebrate the Fourth of July or any patriotic holiday in style with a Grand Old Flag Cake! Grab the kids to lend yo...

  • CAKE:
  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 3/4 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
  • 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 pint blueberries
  • 1 1/2 pints raspberries
4.6/5 (9 Votes)

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I've been making this Hot Pecan Crab Dip recipe for years and it's always a huge hit with my family and friends

  • 8 ounces crab, fully cooked and flaked
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan, grated & divided
  • 1/2 cup cheddar, shredded
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella, shredded
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 6 to 8 jalapeños, chopped and deseeded
  • 1/4 cup green onion, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup Texas pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup crackers
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
4.5/5 (8 Votes)

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Scary, bloody Halloween Sangria is a tasty punch to serve at your next adult Halloween party

  • 1 (750-ml.) bottle 1 (750-ml.) bottle Rioja or Syrah (semi-cheap is just fine)
  • 1 1 orange, sliced
  • 1 1 red apple, cored and sliced
  • 1 1 green apple, cored and sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups 1 1/2 cups frozen sweet cherries
  • 2 cups 2 cups chilled club soda
  • 3 (11.2-ounce) bottles 3 (11.2-ounce) bottles Mike's Hard® Black Cherry Lemonade (chilled)
  • Ice, as needed
  • Fake blood drips, optional
4.3/5 (24 Votes)

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The Arnold Palmer, a simple mocktail enjoyable to many, is a great refresher when you want a fun drink but want to ...

  • 4 parts lemonade
  • 4 parts iced tea
  • 1 wedge lemon
4.5/5 (8 Votes)

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If you're looking for an impressive dessert

  • 6 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
  • 2 large navel oranges
  • 1 1/2 pounds cranberries (6 cups)
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
  • Mint sprigs, for garnish
4.5/5 (8 Votes)

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Monster Munch Halloween Popcorn Mix is the perfect treat for all of your favorite monsters to munch on at your next...

  • 1 (16-ounce) package Almond Bark
  • 12 cups popped popcorn, about 1/2 cup unpopped kernels
  • 1 cup candy corn
  • 1 cup dry roasted, salted peanuts
  • 1/2 cup Reeses Pieces
4.5/5 (8 Votes)

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There is nothing quite as comforting as a nice, warm bowl of cheesy grits, this City Grits recipe includes smoked G...

  • 1 cup quick cooking grits
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves roasted garlic
  • 1 small caramelized onion
  • 5 to 6 ounces smoked Gouda, shredded
  • 4 to 6 pieces of bacon, crisped and crumbled
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 3 green onions, diced
3.9/5 (44 Votes)

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My grandmom taught me to make these Easter cookies at Easter time

  • ICING:
  • 12 eggs
  • 1 cup corn oil
  • 1/2 pound margarine, melted
  • 1 (2-ounce) bottle lemon extract
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 14 teaspoons baking powder
  • 11 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 bag confectioner's sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 packages round non-perils candies
4/5 (65 Votes)

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One of the most important dishes at Thanksgiving is gravy

  • 2 cups low sodium beef broth
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet or Worcestershire sauce (see note)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • salt and pepper to taste
4.1/5 (87 Votes)

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Serve up some cake before the fireworks start at your next 4th of July party! This three color cake has a festive

  • 1 box white cake mix
  • 1 can white frosting
  • Red gel food coloring
  • Blue gel food coloring
  • Star shaped sprinkles
3.9/5 (39 Votes)

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Have some older bananas sitting around? Make banana bread! With this recipe, banana bread is quick and easy to make...

  • 1 stick butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 mashed bananas
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup nuts, chopped, optional
  • 1 cup water
3.9/5 (76 Votes)

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