
Ingredients * 1 red apple, cored and chopped * 1 Granny Smith apple, cored and chopped * 1 nectarine, pitted and sliced * 2 stalks celery, chopped * 1/2 cup dried cranberries * 1/2 cup chopped walnuts * 1 (8 ounce) container nonfat lemon yogurt Directions 1. In a large bowl, combine red apple, Granny [...]
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Ingredients * 1 cup butter, softened * 3/4 cup white sugar * 1 egg * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1 tablespoon lemon zest * 2 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour * 1 teaspoon baking powder * 3 cups confectioners’ sugar * 1/3 cup butter, softened * 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract * 2 tablespoons [...]
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Ingredients * 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened * 1 egg * 1/3 cup white sugar * 1/8 teaspoon salt * 1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips * 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour * 1 cup white sugar * 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder * 1 teaspoon baking soda * 1/2 teaspoon salt * [...]
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Ingredients * 1 cup confectioners’ sugar * 2 teaspoons milk * 2 teaspoons light corn syrup * 1/4 teaspoon almond extract * assorted food coloring Directions 1. In a small bowl, stir together confectioners’ sugar and milk until smooth. Beat in corn syrup and almond extract until icing is smooth and glossy. If icing is [...]
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Ingredients * 1 cup butter, softened * 1 cup white sugar * 2 eggs * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour * 2 teaspoons baking powder * 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream * 1/2 cup colored sugar for decoration Directions 1. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar. [...]
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This is a wonderful side dish for any Mexican dinner. Ingredients * 3 tablespoons vegetable oil * 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice * 1 teaspoon garlic salt * 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin * 1/4 cup chopped onion * 1/2 cup tomato sauce * 2 cups chicken broth Directions 1. Heat oil in a large saucepan [...]
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I came up with this variation on Ants on a Log for Thanksgiving because my brother hates raisins. They would also work well for schools or daycares with nut-free rules for snacks and lunches. Ingredients * 1/4 cup dried cranberries * 6 stalks celery, cut into 3-inch pieces * 1/2 cup raspberry flavored cream cheese [...]
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Honey, butter, and brown sugar make these baby carrots irresistible! It may not be the most nutritious recipe, but the carrots turn out so yummy, you won’t care! Ingredients * 1 (16 ounce) package baby carrots * 1/2 cup butter * 3 tablespoons honey * 1/2 cup brown sugar Directions 1. Place the carrots into [...]
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My husband taught me this elegant yet easy side dish! Always a hit at the holidays, and dresses up every day chicken. Ingredients * 1/2 pound prosciutto, sliced * 1/2 (8 ounce) package Neufchatel cheese, softened * 12 spears fresh asparagus, trimmed Directions 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). 2. Spread [...]
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This is great for any meal, but is great for breakfast. The syrup from the apples is great on homemade waffles. You may add raisins to the sauce if you wish. Ingredients * 1/4 cup butter * 4 large tart apples – peeled, cored and sliced 1/4 inch thick * 2 teaspoons cornstarch * 1/2 [...]
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This applesauce is delicious! I make it for my younger brother all the time and he loves it – and he hates canned applesauce! Ingredients * 4 apples – peeled, cored and chopped * 3/4 cup water * 1/4 cup white sugar * 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Directions 1. In a saucepan, combine apples, water, [...]
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Ingredients * 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas * 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained * 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained * 1/2 cup chopped onion * 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper * 1 (4 ounce) can diced jalapeno peppers * 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained [...]
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Ingredients * 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix * 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans * 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened * 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream * 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa * 1 large tomato, chopped * 1 green bell pepper, chopped * 1 bunch chopped green onions * [...]
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This will definitely be the biggest hit at the party! This is such an easy appetizer to make and it tastes just like the jalapeno poppers you wish you could make yourself! The hardest part of this recipe is not eating it all by yourself! Serve with sliced sourdough baguettes, tortilla chips or crackers Ingredients [...]
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Ingredients * 3 avocados – peeled, pitted, and mashed * 1 lime, juiced * 1 teaspoon salt * 1/2 cup diced onion * 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro * 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced * 1 teaspoon minced garlic * 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper (optional) Directions 1. In a medium bowl, mash together the [...]
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