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Cucumber Sandwich

Reviewed: Jan. 21, 2012

Terrific! Didn't have a ripe avocado but had some guacamole so spread some of that on. Pita bread would be perfect for this recipe! Really loved the comination of all the vegies/flavors. Definitely going in my "make often" section.

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Sweet Potato, Carrot, Apple, and Red Lentil Soup

Reviewed: Jan. 8, 2012

Made it exactly as written except didn't puree it. Loved the flavors. I think next time I will only use half the onion, add an extra apple (love that sweet potato/apple combo) and add extra ginger. Needs a bit of additional color, so may follow another reviewer's advice and add spinach. Didn't top it with plain yogurt, but that definitely would have been a good addition.

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Iced Pumpkin Cookies

Reviewed: Oct. 10, 2011

I only made a half batch because most of the pumpkin cookies I've made I haven't liked.. That isn't the case anymore! These are fabulous! I used White Whole Wheat flour and replaced the butter with applesauce and it worked so well! I put the glaze on then sprinkled with some cinnamon for some added flavor and "good looks". Making again! Next time I will share!

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Two Ingredient Pumpkin Cake

Reviewed: Sep. 4, 2011

I've tried the pumpkin with brownie mix and it was so-so. I was expecting the same for this. But, to my surprise, this was excellent! I made as it, stirred it with a fork until mixed. True that it doesn't level out while baking, but it did rise. It doesn't need frosting, but a cream cheese frosting or whipped topping would work. Either of those with some cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice mixed in would be good as well. Definitely a go-to quick, easy and healthier dessert that I will make again!

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Amish White Bread

Reviewed: Aug. 14, 2011

Super simple! I used 3 cups all-purpose flour and 3 cups whole wheat flour and decreased the sugar to just over 1/3 c. (reading other reviews) and it is delicious! Can't wait to make this again and do cinnamon bread or rolls. And this was only my third time making homemade bread and this is the best of them so far.

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Simple Whole Wheat Bread

Reviewed: Mar. 27, 2011

Amazing! Only the second time making bread and first time going solo, but it was super easy. I don't have any honey, so used 1/3 c. agave nectar and 1/3 c. sugar. Still works. Love the textrue, the flavor. I may do as others did and add flax seed (or similar) to the bread next time. Would be good for cinnamon bread or rolls as well which I will have to try. Super easy, super delicious!

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Paprika Chicken with Mushrooms

Reviewed: Jan. 30, 2011

The only real change was that I baked it. Still seasoned both sides of the chicken, maybe used a bit more paprika than stated, but I just guessed on all seasonings. Then topped the chicken with onion and mushroom. Melted a tablespoon of butter and drizzled over top then added some thin slices of butter around the chicken (approximately another tbsp, so the onions/mushrooms not on the chicken had some good flavor) Baked about an hour at 350 (thicker breasts). Served with whole grain wheat pilaf and a salad. Certainly a keeper and will definitely make again. I think a little white wine may be a good addition as well.

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Braised Balsamic Chicken

Reviewed: Jan. 23, 2011

I made this in the slow cooker and it was awesome! I used only 3 chicken breasts seasoned with black pepper and garlic salt. Then topped with some onion, 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar, the full can of tomatoes and then the dried herbs. It smelled like balsamic, but it wasn't overpowering in flavor. I loved it and I will make this again - slow cooker or stovetop as per recipe - doesn't matter!

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Easy OREO Truffles

Reviewed: Nov. 29, 2010

I actually like using the white almond bark as a coating on these. I also will chill them before dipping (freezer or refrigerator). I can't say enough good things about these - one of my all time favorite sweets!

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Sugar Cookie Icing

Reviewed: Oct. 31, 2010

I tried this icing for the first time this past week. One change I made was I used about 3 tsp. of water in place of the milk and used 1 tsp vanilla extract in place of almond. I loved the shiny look it gave and the colors didn't bleed (my cookie "frosting" always did). It was exactly what I wanted and even my boss at work made the comment "she could sell thesel".

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The Best Rolled Sugar Cookies

Reviewed: Oct. 30, 2010

This is the same recipe (except doubled) that I grew up with and helped my mom make and decorate since I can remember. The only thing I did differently was as an extra teaspoon of the vanilla extract. Took them to work this past week and all loved, even the one who doesn't like sugar cookies loved them (partially because they were thicker). I've never made another sugar cookie and don't plan on it either!

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Pumpkin Spice Cookie

Reviewed: Oct. 24, 2010

Too easy! I did add about 1/2 tsp. of pumpkin pie spice, as per other reviews. To half, I added some chocolate chips, but I will admit the ones without the chocolate are much, much better (and I love chocolate!) Start to finish it took less than an hour - can't beat that. In addition, it is cheap and healthier than most cookies! Will make again!

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My Chili

Reviewed: Sep. 27, 2010

I enjoyed this. I used the same ingredients, but different proportions. I used 1 pound ground beef, about 1/4 of a medium onion, 3 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp oregano, the equivalent of 1.5 cans of tomato (I used home-canned tomatoes), 8 oz tomato sauce and 2 cans kidney beans (I added with the tomatoes) I like more beans than beef, so that is preference. I think I may try with (1 can) Mexican style tomatoes for a little kick next time, but the basic recipe is good and can obviously be tweaked to one's liking. (The way I made it, it almost filled a 3-quart saucepan.)

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Ricotta Gnocchi

Reviewed: Sep. 26, 2010

I have never made gnocchi or any similar from scratch, so I wasn't sure what to expect. I think I could have used a little more flour in the dough as it was hard to make the "ropes". (Eventually I got them where they were all fairly uniform.) The sauce was super easy and it actually went really well with the gnocchi - had the heaviness balanced out with a lighter sauce. Not sure if it was my favorite sauce, but it worked with this. May just sprinkle some mozzarella over top next time, instead of using the cubes. The only change I made was using garlic salt in place of the garlic powder (didn't have) and so I elimated the salt as well. It was much better than I expected it to be and will likely make again.

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Cherry Crisp

Reviewed: Sep. 12, 2010

This was a really good, easy recipe. I think next time I will decrease the amount of nutmeg or leave it out altogether- it was a bit too much for my liking - although it smelled wonderful! I used cold butter (sliced) and "mashed" it into the dry ingredients rather than melt it - a way that I have always made a crisp topping. ***The second time I used 1 tsp cinnamon and left out the nutmeg and I liked it better. I think the nutmeg was a bit too much in the original recipe***

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Microwave Baked Apples

Reviewed: Sep. 11, 2010

I've made this several times but with white sugar and cinnamon only and I don't always use butter. I usually section the apple or cut in half. I also use Granny Smith but I have used Pink Lady and it worked just as well. It's a great snack or dessert! I may add raisins next time - just because.

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Twice-Baked Ranch Potatoes

Reviewed: Aug. 21, 2010

I have done similar for an appetizer at a restaurant I had worked at, except I didn't include extra mashed potatoes (I used only what was scooped from the baked potatoes). Also I did not add cream cheese to mine. The flavor of Ranch potatoes are definitely great.

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EZ Peanut Butter Pie II

Reviewed: Aug. 15, 2010

Wow! This tasted and looked like it took more than it did. I used the sugar free instant vanilla pudding, mixed slightly with the 1 3/4 cup milk (amount for a pie) and then added (whisked) in the peanut butter (I microwaved for about 25 seconds- melted but not hot). I did use a granola crust but definitely thinking a chocolate crust would be great. Really needs some color on top- chocolate syrup, fudge sauce, ganache, peanut butter cups- something - especially when using graham crust otherwise it's too "plain" looking. It does have a richness, but it's so much better than I expected!

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Chewy Cinnamon Bars

Reviewed: Jul. 4, 2010

I really liked the flavor and I loved that they were chewy. But they were hard to get out of the pan cause of the stickiness- not sure if I underbaked them or if that's how they really are. I also agree they were a bit too greasy so I will definitely make again using a little less margarine and see what happens. I usually don't add nuts to this kind of dessert, but I did put pecans on top on half of it and I actually really enjoyed it that way as well.

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Portobello Mushroom Burgers

Reviewed: Jul. 4, 2010

First time I made this and was great! I used one big mushroom so I halved the marinade. I cooked on a stove-top grill, but seeing as how so many broiled it (in a toaster oven) I will try that next time. With the addition of the provolone, I just ate it as-is but it would be great on a 100-calorie sandwich thin with some other veggies. Will definitely make again for a really nice lunch and/or dinner. Thanks for the recipe!

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