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Meatloaf With A Bite

Reviewed: Feb. 8, 2011

I kicked it up a bit at the end. Once it was done cooking I topped it with a mixture of 3T ketchup and 1T Srirracha and then browned it under the broiler. I also used a mixture of a 4-cheese Italian blend and Sharp Cheddar instead of the cheese called for as that was what I had on hand.

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Baked Kale Chips

Reviewed: Jan. 24, 2011

The easiest way to cover the kale with the oil is to put the prepared kale in a ziploc bag with olive oil, close the seal and "massage" the oil into the kale. Sprinkle with whatever seasonings you enjoy after removing kale from bag

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Mexican Casserole

Reviewed: Dec. 27, 2010

Made it as listed with exception of adding a tsp of cayenne to the mix and some diced cilantro with the last layer of cheese. The only thing I DID change was to make it in an 8x8 pan. I can't imagine how thin it would be had I used the 9x13 pan recommended. I'll definitely fix again as it was a hit, easy to make and has stuff I always have on hand

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Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

Reviewed: Dec. 25, 2010

I had some lancato kale that needed used so I sliced it into thin strips & used that instead of the peas. Also, whenever I make soup I tend to add about a tablespoon of soy sauce as it adds a little "umami" to it. With this recipe I also added a pinch of cayennne.

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Baked Potato Soup

Reviewed: Dec. 21, 2010

Wonderful soup! The only thing I did differently was to add about a 1/2 tsp of cayenne at the end and also pureed a bit of the potatoes with my immersion blender. Thanks for a SOUPER/SUPER recipe, it's a keeper in this house!

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Carrot Soup

Reviewed: Dec. 11, 2010

Was good but a bit bland so I added an 8 oz block of reduced fat cream cheese (everything's better with cream cheese!), a fairly large pinch of cayenne and a big splash of soy sauce for a little "umami"

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Cajun Shrimp Orecchiette

Reviewed: Nov. 12, 2010

From my "not wild about shrimp" husband, this dish is "good enough for company!" I doubled the cajun spice and used three large handfuls of baby spinach changed the 1/3 C butter to half butter and half EVOO and used chicken broth instead of the wine. . I will DEFINITELY be making this again & will also try it using chicken as someone else recommended. Thank you Dawn for submitting this great recipe!

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Chicken with Lime Butter

Reviewed: Aug. 2, 2010

Easy & well-liked by my husband (a huge plus!), I did make a few changes. I used one huge chicken breast & split it for us to share. Used the same amount of ingredients for the sauce EXCEPT for the butter. Yikes, a half cup of butter??!!!! I used MAYBE 2 tablespoons. Also to the lime juice I added two garlic cloves, 1/2 of a serrano chili pepper and maybe 1 tsp of shallots. Instead of the dill (not a fav of my husband), I used fresh basil. I will DEFINITELY repeat this one!

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Cape Breton Blueberry Grunt

Reviewed: Jul. 18, 2010

Followed other reviewers and halved the amount of sugar and it was plenty sweet. Also, batter wasn't thick enough to spoon so I just poured it on and sprinkled a bit of cinnamon on top. WISH I had put some sliced fresh peaches on top of the batter, think it would be wonderful. Plan on doing just that next time. VERY easy recipe with things I have in my pantry, a real plus!

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Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti

Reviewed: Dec. 17, 2009

Great recipe, especially nice for the holidays with the green & red colors. Living in Michigan, I used dried cherries in place of the cranberries. I also baked mine a few minutes longer for the second bake as I didn't think they were dry enough. Once cooled I drizzled on melted white chocolate for a "festive" look. I will DEFINITELY make these again and think the people in my cookie exchange will really enjoy them.

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Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Reviewed: Nov. 17, 2009

Wow! I used 95% lean beef and habanero cheese for a real crowd pleaser. I think it wouldn't have been nearly as good had I used a cheese that wasn't so spicy. Had I used hamburger with a higher fat content I think it would have been waaaaay to greasy. Thanks for a GREAT recipe, this will be something I fix monthly (we try not to eat too much red meat)

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Squash Pie

Reviewed: Oct. 16, 2008

I made as directed, perhaps adding more spices, poured into individual ramekins and baked as a custard. I used a squash I found called "Georgia Roaster" and it all turned out nicely. BTW.... I roast all my squash in the oven, process in the food processor & then put into vacuum bags & freeze. Having the biggest "mess" of the recipe already done, this is REALLY simple! A tasty, healthier dessert, thanks!

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Ten Minute Enchilada Sauce

Reviewed: Feb. 10, 2008

Wow I'm impressed & will NEVER buy enchilada sauce again! Super easy, quick, better than the canned stuff and uses ingredients I always have in my pantry. Thanks SO much for submitting the recipe!

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Simple Swiss Chard

Reviewed: Jan. 22, 2008

My first time fixing swiss chard (I used rainbow chard). Was a bit blah (other than too vinegary) so I added some pine nuts. Next time I'll cut the vinegar and I'm sure it'll be better.

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Butternut Squash Soup

Reviewed: Oct. 26, 2007

Wow! Super easy, fast and oh so yummy! Better than any I've had at restaurants. Made just as recipe with exception of used only HALF the margarine (Smart Balance Light), reduced fat Cream Cheese, and added a dash more cayenne. Followed other's advice & just halved squash, removed seed, put in a shallow dish with a bit of water, covered with plastic wrap & cooked in microwave. Then simply scoop flesh out from skin. I used my FAVORITE kitchen tool, my immersion blender & simply pureed it in the pan I cooked it in. Will be a "regular" on my menu rotation. Thanks for submitting it!

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Maple Salmon

Reviewed: May 1, 2007

Oh my gosh, what a FABULOUS & easy recipe! Per other reviews I omitted the garlic salt & basted it a few times during baking. I will DEFINITELY make this again, as good as any salmon dish I've had out. And remember, if you're going to eat salmon, make it WILD (not Atlantic, it's a tricky name for farmed raised salmon)

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Chicken Tortilla Soup I

Reviewed: Jan. 28, 2007

Wow! Delicious soup that's easy to fix and a great one to put extra in the freezer. Fixed exactly as stated, didn't make any changes/substitutions.

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Yogurt Spinach Dip

Reviewed: Jan. 18, 2007

The worst recipe I've tried so far. No redeeming factors whatsoever. Used garlic instead of garlic salt & still WAAAAAY too salty. Sorry, but I followed everything to a "T", but no good.

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Burgundy Pork Tenderloin

Reviewed: Oct. 14, 2006

Wow, a simple & impressive lowfat entree! I used a cabernet for the wine and found I had to cook longer than stated. I'm sure roasting time depends on thickeness of roast. Use a thermometer & just make sure it's 160 degrees and you're good to go. The smell while it was cooking was incredible, could hardly wait for it to come out of the oven. I also added some mushrooms, which are fabulous with the cab & onions.

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Best Black Beans

Reviewed: Sep. 11, 2006

A HUGE hit with everyone at the table, including the cook, who loves simple, fast dishes. I might add a tad less cayenne, but it's definitely a "keeper" in my book.

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