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Cocktail Meatballs

Reviewed: Jan. 19, 2012

I admit, I cheated a bit...I used frozen meatballs, but the sauce is very tasty!! This is so easy to make and is perfect for parties or even just if you want a small appetizer for two. So yummy! A classic and a keeper!

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The Best Parmesan Chicken Bake

Reviewed: Jan. 13, 2012

I thought this was excellent! I was a little leery of making it considering it had a lot of negative comments, but I am glad that I did. The only thing I did different was I browned the chicken for just a bit first and then assembled it. I baked it for about 40 minutes and it was wonderful. Yum!! A keeper!

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Saltine Toffee Cookies

Reviewed: Dec. 26, 2011

Excellent and super easy to make! I did exactly what the directions specified--I didnt touch it once it started boiling and it turned out great. I used semi-sweet chocolate on the top and instead of pecans, I used sliced almonds. My husband says it tastes exactly like Almond Roca--which we both love. I plan on making this more often; it is so easy and cheap to make. A keeper!

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Cheese Fondue

Reviewed: Dec. 17, 2011

I worked at a Melting Pot for several years in the early 90's and this is the exact recipe we used for our traditional swiss cheese fondue. It's excellent! It's also good with a smidge of Kirschwasser (cherry brandy) too. Yummy!!

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Jif® Peanut Butter Blossoms

Reviewed: Dec. 8, 2011

I made these exactly as stated except I took the advice of the Top Reviewer and made these in a mini-muffin pan. I used festive liners, rolled a small ball of dough in the sugar, baked them for exactly 8:20, and then squished a Reeses Peanut Butter Cup in the middle right after I pulled them out of the oven. They were the perfect texture and doneness. I think they are super yummy! I never ate traditional Peanut Butter Blossoms prior to this, but think these are excellent! I plan on making them a part of my Christmas cookie collection from now on.

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Bread and Celery Stuffing

Reviewed: Nov. 21, 2011

This is a classic! Last year, instead of using Swanson's chicken broth in a can, I used Swanson's Chicken Stock in the resealable bottle and loved it. It has a richer flavor and really added a lot to the taste of the stuffing. I will never used the canned broth again. Tips: this is great with some apples diced and sauteed with the onion and celery, too. I always use more onion and celery than called for because it reduces in size when sauteed, and add a beaten egg or two (depending on the amount I am making) to help bind it all together. Also--if you can find it in the store, I recommend using Bell's seasoning in the little yellow box. This is the stuffing/dressing I grew up on. Yum!

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Perfect Pumpkin Pie

Reviewed: Nov. 19, 2011

This is the best! I've been making this super easy recipe for years and just pulled one out of the oven this minute. It is perfect! I have been wanting to use fresh cooked pumpkin for a pie, and when I do--this is the recipe I am going to use. Yummy!!!

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Ham Broccoli Braid

Reviewed: Nov. 13, 2011

This is very good! I cooked the onion, broccoli and ham together along with one minced clove of garlic. I also added about 1/4 cup of sour cream and a dollop of mayonnaise to the dijon. In addition to swiss, I added sharp cheddar cheese--about a 50/50 blend. I also only used 1 crescent roll instead of two and it turned out to be the perfect size for just us two. Very tasty!! The only thing I would do different next time is cut the dijon down to 1 tbsp. A keeper!

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Hot Artichoke and Spinach Dip II

Reviewed: Nov. 12, 2011

To. Die. For. This is THE best Artichoke Spinach dip I have ever tasted. I made it as directed, all the way down to the garlic salt--but I did add about 1/8 cup additional parmesan cheese (wanted to empty the remaining smidge out of one container). SO good! Look no further--this is the recipe to beat! A keeper!

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Salmon Spread I

Reviewed: Oct. 25, 2011

Very good! I used two 4oz packages of smoked salmon, added a bit of horseradish, dill weed, extra lemon juice and splash of hot sauce (Louisiana Hot Sauce) and it was very tasty.

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Banana Bread VII

Reviewed: Oct. 16, 2011

I have been making this recipe for years and I am telling you--it is THE best banana bread recipe you will ever find. I always receive compliments on it. The trick is to use really ripe bananas--like yucky, brown bananas. It gives the bread a richer banana taste. Yum! Look no further, baby, because this is it!!!

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Chicken Pot Pie II

Reviewed: Sep. 21, 2011

This is very good! I made it as stated and it was super yummy. Dont ruin it by using canned cream of (fill-in-the-blank) soup. It doesnt need it at all. My husband loved it. A keeper!

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Oven Pot Roast

Reviewed: Sep. 12, 2011

This is very good! I skipped the butter and seared the roast in olive oil. I also seared the carrots and onions with 3 smashed cloves of garlic. I placed them on top of the roast and they werent mushy at all. I used vermouth, a whole packet of Onion Soup mix, low-sodium Cr. of Mushroom soup and a can of Campbells Beef Consumme. I am going to skip the flour next time because the gravy was a little too thick for my liking, but it was very tasty. I used my Cuisinart enamel cast-iron dutch oven and it was so tender in under 3 hours. Very good!

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Baked Zucchini Chips

Reviewed: Aug. 31, 2011

Excellent! I used whole eggs instead of just egg whites since I didnt want to hassle with it and they turned out perfect. Crispy and very tasty! I doctored up the breadcrumbs a bit and added extra parmesan. So good--such a flashback to the 80's when we would eat zucchini sticks at happy hour. Love these!

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Spinach and Orzo Salad

Reviewed: Aug. 30, 2011

Very good! I added artichokes and fresh basil instead of dried, since I love fresh basil in salads. I toasted the pines nuts, too. It's perfect for a potluck because it makes a ton. Yummy and not heavy, which is nice for summer. I plan on making this again and again. Definitely a keeper!

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Baked Tomatoes Oregano

Reviewed: Aug. 29, 2011

Yummy! So simple to make, and really tasty. I only baked them for 20 minutes and then broiled for a few minutes until the the bread crumbs were brown. A keeper!

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Triple Berry Crisp

Reviewed: Aug. 3, 2011

I've made this twice now--both times using frozen fruit. The first one I made was strawberry, raspberry, blueberry and it was excellent. The second time with peaches and blueberries--again excellent. Just thaw the fruit first and mix in a tiny sprinkle of sugar (doesnt need it, really) and voila! Since there are only the two of us, I halved it and baked it in an 8x8 glass dish. This is so easy and so, so good! A keeper!

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Owen's Mozzarella and Tomato Salad

Reviewed: Aug. 3, 2011

Very good! I drizzled balsamic vinegar on top of the fresh mozzarella, added a little fresh cracked pepper along with the kosher salt. It was a tasty salad/appetizer.

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Blue Cheese Burgers

Reviewed: Jul. 20, 2011

We love these! I always add chopped, cooked bacon and it really adds a lot of flavor. I also use a little minced red onion instead of the chives because I sometimes cant always find chives at my store, so the red onion works well. Green onion would be good, too. These are so, so yummy! A keeper!

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Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

Reviewed: Jul. 17, 2011

I made this exactly as written EXCEPT: I also added 4 chopped green onions and 1 cup thawed frozen peas. Everything else the recipe called for I included. It was very good.

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