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Raspberry and Almond Shortbread Thumbprints

Reviewed: Oct. 17, 2005

These cookies are not only impressive, they are mouth watering delicious! I made the "thumb print" indentation with a wine bottle cork, and filled the centers with a seedless raspberry preserve that I heated on the stove for an easier consistency. I alternated the drizzle every other cookie with a semi-sweet chocolate and the almond glaze, using a zip lock baggie to pipe the glaze. This has got to be the most simple, yet impressive cookie I have ever made!

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Buffalo Style Chicken Pizza

Reviewed: Oct. 17, 2005

If you love buffalo chicken wings this is the recipe for you! I made individual pita pizzas for my family with this recipe, each just the way they like it...mild, medium, and suicide! The only change was that I mixed mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheeses, and topped it with a little fresh ground pepper! Update - Now when I make this, since it is always requested, I add some chopped celery and gorgonzola crumbles.

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Down Home Macaroni and Cheese

Reviewed: Oct. 13, 2005

This recipe is sure to please every Mac & Cheese lover, young and old! For a healthier version, I used reduced fat Velveeta and Cheddar cheeses. I used 1% milk (only about a cup and a half), and aprox. 3 tablespoons of butter instead of a 1/4 cup. I also used reduced fat Ritz crackers for the topping instead of bread crumbs, and the recipe still came out rich and creamy! For something different, I also threw in some cut up chicken hot dogs, for a hot dog macaroni casserole....Yummy!

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Hot Bruschetta Dip

Reviewed: Oct. 8, 2005

I have got to admit that I did cheat and use a store bought Bruchetta for this recipe...but let me just say this recipe is fabulous!!! I was browsing for a simple, yet elegant appetizer...and this recipe is just that! I served it with garlic bagel chips and it goes so well with red or white wine!

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Creamy Pesto Dipping Sauce (For Veggies)

Reviewed: Oct. 8, 2005

I just have one word for this...WOW!!! I am so glad I found this recipe! I had some pesto that I didn't want to go to waste, and I was so tired of the traditional spinach/ranch veggie dips! It is simple yet very elegant, and most likely you will have all the ingredients in your frig. I did use a whipped cream cheese, and low fat sour cream, just so I wouldn’t feel so guilty. I served this at a dinner party with assorted veggies and wine and cheese for an appetizer…but after the dip was devoured no one was really hungry for the main course ;)

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Ultimate Twice Baked Potatoes

Reviewed: Sep. 30, 2005

I only modified this recipe to make it a little more healthy, because it is just about perfect! I rubbed the potato skins with EVOO and wrapped them in foil to bake, like I always do for baked potatoes. I completely omitted the milk and reduce the butter to 2 tablespoons and used light sour cream and 2% shredded cheddar cheese. I also added a little garlic powder along with the salt and pepper for extra flavor.

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Buffalo Chicken Fingers

Reviewed: Sep. 30, 2005

This is a perfect quick and easy recipe when your in the mood for appetizers for dinner! I used crushed corn flakes in place of the bread crumbs and also added black pepper to the garlic powder, salt, cayenne mixture. The corn flakes give it a great crunchy texture! I served them with a buffalo and blue cheese dipping sauce.

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Mexican Lasagna

Reviewed: Sep. 21, 2005

Really simple Mexican dish! I cooked the noodles according to package directions, and omitted the water. I also used a store bought homemade black bean and corn salsa, we had no leftovers...I couldn't believe the entire lasagna pan was empty after dinner!

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Seafood Lasagna I

Reviewed: Sep. 21, 2005

I took the advice of several reviewers and made the following changes...and this recipe was Perfect!!! This is a seafood lovers dream dish! I substituted Ricotta Cheese for a creamier texture, and I used fresh lump crab as well with small scallop pieces. Additionally, I used a mix of cream of mushroom & cream of chicken & herb. I also cut down on the milk & wine so it wouldn't be watery.

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Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing

Reviewed: Sep. 21, 2005

This is a very good refreshingly light dressing. I used EVOO (extra virgin olive oil) and served at a dinner party over over mixed greens, with crumbled blue cheese, walnuts and dried cranberries.

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Best Big, Fat, Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie

Reviewed: Sep. 20, 2005

This recipe is everything it is touted to be! I would recommend using a light colored pan and parchment paper...to keep from burning. Also, chill the dough for at least 10-15 minutes to prevent spreading.

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Alfredo Light

Reviewed: Sep. 20, 2005

Who needs the guilt associated with Alfredo sauce when this recipe is sooooo good, you would never know the difference! I used more garlic and fresh grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and white pepper. I won't make Alfredo sauce any other way now!

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Sloppy Joes II

Reviewed: Sep. 20, 2005

This is one of those recipes you can take a lot of liberty with to suit your own taste. I added, Worcestershire sauce, Red Pepper flakes, and fresh garlic. I also reduced the ketchup and added some chili sauce. Perfect menu to serve to a bunch of guys on football Sunday!!!

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Spiced Applesauce Bread

Reviewed: Sep. 20, 2005

I found the perfect recipe to use up some extra applesauce I had in the frig! I made muffins out of this recipe to take into work for a Monday morning treat. I used half white sugar/half light brown sugar, and only a 1/4 cup of oil. You can also use Apple Pie spice, which combines all the spices in this recipe into one.

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Pan-Fried Asparagus

Reviewed: Sep. 20, 2005

Simple elegant side dish and so quick to make. I did omit the butter just to make the recipe a little healthier, with EVOO (extra virgin olive oil)...who needs butter. I would also recommend using fresh ground black pepper, and roasted minced garlic!

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Whipped Cream Cream Cheese Frosting

Reviewed: Sep. 20, 2005

Who needs store bought frosting when you can make a recipe as tasty and easy as this one? I would recommend allowing the cream cheese to get to room temperature before creaming with sugar, etc.

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Magic Peanut Butter Middles

Reviewed: Sep. 20, 2005

This is one of those cookies that you can't just have one. I love the surprised look on everyone’s face when they thought it was just a chocolate cookie when they tasted the peanut butter inside. I call them Peanut butter surprise. I chilled the peanut butter mixture and the cookie dough before rolling them into balls. I had no trouble at all. Can't wait for an excuse to make them again!!!

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White Chili

Reviewed: Sep. 20, 2005

This has got to be the easiest, yet most impressive recipe I have made! I used a local stores homemade corn and black bean salsa, and chicken broth instead of water. I also added another can of beans (mashed) to thicken the chili a bit, and added a little ground cumin and roasted garlic to the ground turkey. I didn't have any trouble finding the jalapeño pepper cheddar cheese, or have any problems with it melting. I served it with a griddle corn cake! Fantastic 30 minute meal!

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Crab Salad III

Reviewed: Sep. 18, 2005

All I can say is WOW, this is a fantastic recipe! I did take some liberty; I omitted the radishes (seemed odd for this recipe) and added some chopped red pepper along with the green. I also threw in some chopped cooked shrimp, and used old bay instead of dill, and sugar instead of artificial. Don’t expect any leftovers if you take this to a picnic!

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Chewy Sugar Cookies

Reviewed: Sep. 15, 2005

These were just Ok, nothing special...still looking for the perfect sugar cookie recipe. I did shape the dough into a log with plastic wrap, and then sliced them into perfectly shaped little round cookies, and deorated them with colored sugar.

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