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Sourdough Bread I

Submitted by: Becky Richardson 
Once you have an established sourdough starter, this bread is easy to make. Be prepared to wait, however, as the first rise occurs overnight. 

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To Die For Blueberry Muffins

Submitted by: Colleen 
Big blueberry flavor warrants big muffins, so fill the cups right up for oversized muffins that will please everyone. The cinnamon-sugar streusel is the crowning glory. 

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Carrot Cake III

Submitted by: Tammy Elliott 
I've tried many carrot cakes, and this is my favorite recipe. If you don't like pecans, feel free to leave them out. 

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Blueberry Buckle

Submitted by: Janice 
I make this at least twice when blueberries are in season. Makes a great coffeecake or dessert. 

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Persimmon Brunch Cake

Submitted by: Stephanie 
A fresh persimmon should feel soft and jellylike when ripe. Lemon juice may be added to the puree to prevent discoloration and enhance the taste. 

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Strawberry Shortcake

Submitted by: Denyse 
An old fashioned, tender shortcake with two layers of strawberries topped with whipped cream. 

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Cranberry Muffins

Submitted by: Ginger Perkins 
Zesty cranberry muffins made from scratch. 

Joe Froggers

Submitted by: Ingrid 
A dark molasses-type, soft cookie. An old time American cookie from New England, attributed to the legendary Uncle Joe who made cookies as big as lily pads. 

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Easy Pizza Sauce I

Submitted by: Frank Sweterlitsch 
Tomato paste, olive oil, garlic and dried spices including oregano, basil and rosemary steep for hours to let the rich flavors blossom in this interesting, uncooked pizzaria-style sauce. 

Buttermilk Pie with Molasses

Submitted by: Esther Nelson 
Sweet, rich and creamy, this is a custard pie that no one will guess is made with buttermilk! It 's wonderful as is, but downright sinful when adorned with a spoonful of molasses. 

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Best Ever Pie Crust

Submitted by: Jean Haseloh 
Some flour, vegetable shortening, water and a pinch of salt is all that 's needed to make this very flaky crust that will make your favorite pie even better than usual. 

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Pie Crust I

Submitted by: Brenda 
The ingredients are pretty basic: flour, ice water, shortening, and salt. And the instructions on making, rolling, and fitting the dough are easy to follow. This is the perfect primer for a novice or anyone who wants to improve their pastry-making skills. 

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New Zealand Pavlova

Submitted by: Cari Heppell 
A beautiful baked nest of meringue is filled with sweetened whipped cream and piles of fresh fruit. The secret to this meringue is that it 's made with lots of whipped egg whites, and at the last minute, white vinegar and boiling water are whipped in. 

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Almost Eggless Egg Salad

Submitted by: Jill 
More than just a substitute for egg salad! The only egg is in the mayonnaise; use soy mayonnaise for a vegan variation. Serve on wheat toast with crisp lettuce and fresh tomato slices. 

Okra Fry

Submitted by: Shanthi 
We love recipes that stretch our culinary horizons. We now know what asafetida powder is, and so will you if you give this okra fry a whirl. It 's hot, spicy and oh so good. 

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Zucchini Wrapped in Tortillas

Submitted by: Rani 
It will seem like everything in your spice drawer goes into these feisty tortillas, and you won 't be exaggerating- cumin, cinnamon, cloves and ginger, chili powder, mustard seeds and ground pepper. All these wonderful spices are cooked in oil with shredded zucchini. 

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Grandma's Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

Submitted by: Kevin S. Weiss 
Grab your slow cooker and the ingredients for this wonderful chili and you have a party in the making. Everything goes into the cooker and emerges two hours later as vegetarian chili. 

Tomato Vinaigrette

Submitted by: Jen 
Nippy and flavorful. This simple dressing - chopped tomatoes, white wine vinegar, basil, thyme and mustard powder - is blended and chilled for two days before splashing on a salad or a bowl of hot pasta. 

Apple Stick Salad

Submitted by: Patricia J 
Apples, onions and pickles are mixed into a sugar/vinegar concoction and steeped in the refrigerator. Nice with roast port or topping a juicy hamburger. 

Marinated Olives

Submitted by: Sir Pellinore 
Already-pungent olives--Kalamata and Manzanilla--get punched up with additional herbs and spices; two days in the refrigerator brings out the most flavor. 
 
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