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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.75 star rating.

Corn Relish I

Reviewed: Mar. 7, 2009
I love this stuff, but then again, I pretty much love anything that's soaked in vinegar. This was fabulous with some barbecued ribs, roasted potatoes and coleslaw. I didn't can it, as it made a small amount and I think it will keep well in the fridge. This would probably be a great candidate for adding some jalapenos or cayenne as well.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.33 star rating.

Apple Tuna Sandwiches

Reviewed: Feb. 22, 2009
This is great stuff! I love the crunch of the celery and the nuts. I used regular mayo and pecans instead of walnuts. Had it on rye bread, which is a really good combo.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.59 star rating.

Creamy Shrimp and Corn Soup

Reviewed: Feb. 13, 2009
This is pretty good. It's definite comfort food. I left out the onions and butter and just sauteed a large clove of garlic in canola oil before adding everything else. My shrimp were already cooked, so I added them at the end. Even if they had been uncooked, I still would have added them towards the end, since adding them at the beginning would surely have overcooked them. Crush the dried rosemary in your hand before adding - it keeps you from having long pieces of rosemary in the soup.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.

Mocha Icing

Reviewed: Jan. 23, 2009
This icing is delicious! I wanted a glaze for a chocolate bundt cake, and the consistency of this was perfect. If you want more traditional spreadable frosting, you may need to add more powdered sugar. It may sound weird, but I had some coffee left over after brewing, so I poured myself a cup and stirred in a spoonful of the extra icing. *cringe* Soooo bad for me but sooo good!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.21 star rating.

Chicken and Mandarin Oranges

Reviewed: Jan. 19, 2009
Well, I completely changed this up, so I'm not really offering a review - more of a suggestion, I guess. I dredged my chicken pieces (small chunks) in flour seasoned with the ginger, s & p, and cayenne, then sauteed them with vegetables until they were nearly cooked through. When you add your liquid at this point (the mandarin juice), you don't need to worry about cornstarch, because the flour on the chicken will thicken the sauce. I even needed to add soy sauce (partly for flavor) and a bit of chicken broth to mine. The seasoned flour helps flavor the chicken and keeps it moist, too.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.

Elegant Orzo with Wilted Spinach and Pine Nuts

Reviewed: Jan. 17, 2009
This is really good. I had it with steak au poivre, and it was a great combo. I used walnuts in place of the pine nuts, as that is what I had. I also don't think the spinach needs to be cooked for five minutes. One to two minutes was enough for me, and I didn't even cover the pan. Plus, the hot orzo helps to wilt it even more. Overall, very good and quick.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.63 star rating.

Boscobel Beach Ginger Cake

Reviewed: Jan. 16, 2009
This cake is delicious! This is the first cake I've made in my new bundt pan, and it came out beautifully. I used a little less than the amount of fresh ginger called for. I didn't think the cake was 'spicy' or overpowering at all, and I did not add any icing to it. I will definitely make it again, probably adding some nuts. Golden raisins might be nice in this as well.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.74 star rating.

Mini Pumpkin Butterscotch Muffins

Reviewed: Jan. 10, 2009
These are pretty darn awesome. I left out the ginger because I didn't have any. They are super moist and buttery. Honestly, I'm not sure when I will ever make them again, because they are soooo fatty, but they taste delicious!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.46 star rating.

Blueberry Pumpkin Muffins

Reviewed: Jan. 4, 2009
These are really good. I underbaked mine a bit by accident, since my oven usually runs hot. So next time I'll go the full 20 minutes instead of 17 min. My 2 1/2 yr old nephew loved these! I felt good knowing that they actually have some nutritional value.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.

Dreamy Nighttime Drink

Reviewed: Jan. 3, 2009
I have this often in the winter when it's soooo cold out. It's perfect just before going to bed. Try it with almond extract instead of the vanilla. Awesome!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.29 star rating.

Wisconsin Native's Beer Cheese Soup

Reviewed: Jan. 2, 2009
This is pretty good, but I think it's a touch bland, honestly. I'm not really sure what it needs. It just tastes like beer. Anyway, I halved the recipe and used Budweiser's American Ale, which my parents gave me. I probably wouldn't buy the stuff on my own, but it's alright. I used the exact same ingredients, but I changed the method to make it easier. Instead of using two different pans, I just sauteed the aromatics in the butter; then, when they were getting soft, I added the flour and mixed it into a paste with the veggies. I then added the liquids, brought the liquid up to a boil, then brought it back to a simmer to add the cheese. After the cheese was melted and incorporated, I let the pot simmer for about ten minutes just to make sure the veggies were soft. A lot easier than dirtying two pans!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.52 star rating.

Limoncello

Reviewed: Dec. 30, 2008
I made this for my friend for her birthday, and she loved it! I put it in a decorative bottle with some candied lemon peel. It looked really cool and tasted even better. I will definitely make this again!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.71 star rating.

April's Roasted Red Pepper Cheese Ball

Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2008
I took this to a family gathering and, even though it was one-upped by my sister-in-law's tortilla rollups, everyone still loved it. I served it with multigrain crackers and wheat thins. I also upped the seasoning a bit and added some smoked paprika. Delish!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.6 star rating.

Poppy Seed Cranberry Bread

Reviewed: Dec. 27, 2008
This was okay, and people seemed to like it at my family gathering, but I really didn't think it had enough cranberries. I would probably double the amount next time. I added some fresh lemon juice to the glaze.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.

BBQ Nachos

Reviewed: Dec. 16, 2008
Great idea! It really hits the spot. I used one smoked sausage link (cut the end off before shredding, and the casing will peel away as you shred it), and I added some sour cream after microwaving. Good snack!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.33 star rating.

Shrimp Dip II

Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2008
I'm giving this a four because I made a few changes. Instead of canned shrimp I used some cooked, peeled shrimp that I had on hand, and just chopped them up. Then I added artichoke hearts and black olives and heated the whole thing up with some Jack and parmesan cheeses on top. Yum. Mee. I'm eating it with tortilla chips. Love the horseradish!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.67 star rating.

Gluehwein

Reviewed: Dec. 5, 2008
This is a bit sweet for me, but the spices are really great. I used a Zinfandel. Next time I may use something a little drier, just to offset the sweetness a bit.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.

Green Bean Turkey Bake

Reviewed: Dec. 1, 2008
I realized when I got home from Thanksgiving that whoever had packaged the leftovers at our huge family gathering hadn't given me any gravy! What's up with that? So I decided to try this recipe to use up my gravy-less potatoes and turkey. And well, it's not gourmet, but it's definitely comfort food on a blustery day like today. I didn't thaw my green beans, which was fine. I microwaved the first mixture for 4 and a half minutes, then topped it with cold potatoes and microwaved another 4 minutes, and it's not piping hot, so I might warm it up some more. Make sure to season this generously with salt and pepper!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.63 star rating.

Chocolate Cakes with Liquid Centers

Reviewed: Nov. 29, 2008
Woah. These are seriously, seriously, SERIOUSLY rich. Even after baking for 9 minutes, mine still came out a little too liquid-y for me. The one I unmolded came out of the ramekin fine, but the center was spilling out through a break in the side. I think I'll refrigerate the other three and see if I like them better that way. The flavor is phenomenal, though!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.

Garlic Bread Fantastique

Reviewed: Nov. 28, 2008
Yup, a little too much oregano, and, frankly, a little too much butter/mayo overall. I'm eating it on whole wheat baguette from the bakery where I work, and I can taste the butter practically dripping out of the bread whenever I take a bite. But darn is it good! :)
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