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Mom's Macaroni and Cheese

Reviewed: Oct. 16, 2011

Unlike the previous reviewer I do not claim to be an expert cook; however, the mac and cheese recipe I've made for the last 30 years is very similar to this and I've never had a complaint. The only thing(s) I do differently in this recipe (it's really just a matter of preference) are; when melting butter for roux I add a small chopped onion and cook until translucent, then add an equal amount of flour. I also increase both the amount of milk and choice of cheese(s) to two cups. Sometimes I add a can of drained stewed tomatoes to the mac and cheese prior to topping with bread crumbs. I would not suggest that you cover your mac and cheese while cooking. You won't get that brown, crusty topping that is my favorite part!! ;) I have never had issue with my cheese(s) separating. You should add your cheese only when pot is removed from heat source. Cheddar cheese has a high oil content and will become grainy and oily and separate if cooked at too high a heat. Great recipe....thanks so much for sharing!

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Sausage Scalloped Potatoes

Reviewed: Jun. 18, 2011

This was very good. I changed slightly, based on preference. I added cheddar to the sauce and added one package of thawed, well drained spinach along with the kielbasa! Thanks for the fabulous recipe!!

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Braised Balsamic Chicken

Reviewed: May 19, 2011

I made this tonight with skin on thighs (family preference) and added some mushrooms and black olives! Thanks for sharing. Great recipe that you can change up to suit your preference.

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Kugel

Reviewed: Dec. 4, 2010

This is the first kugel I've ever made or eaten! It was absolutely decadent! Everyone in our house loved it! Thanks so much for the recipe!!

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Spinach and Orzo Salad

Reviewed: May 29, 2010

This was a delicious salad! I added olives, peeled and deviened shrimp, and halved grape tomatoes. I also used a Greek dressing, instead of Balsamic, was what I had on hand! YUMMO!

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Chantal's New York Cheesecake

Reviewed: May 29, 2010

I must agree with Morena! DO NOT OVERBAKE OR OVERBEAT!!! Follow the directions to a T and you will have a perfect cheesecake.

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Biscotti

Reviewed: Mar. 14, 2010

LOVED this! YUMMO! I substituted orange extract for the anise and dipped them in melted semi-sweet chocolate.

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Boiled Bagels

Reviewed: Feb. 20, 2010

I just got done making and eating one of these. This was my first attempt at making bagels. I am shocked at how easy and how delicious! I did broil my bagels and used molasses instead of sugar. After boiling my bagels, I sprinkled them with poppy seeds. I can't wait to surprise everyone with homemade bagels tomorrow morning. Next time I'm going to try making onion bagels and blueberry bagels! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe.

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Baked Potato Soup

Reviewed: Jan. 30, 2010

ABSOLUTELY delicious! Thanks so much for sharing!

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Seafood Chowder

Reviewed: Jan. 30, 2010

This chowder absolutely ROCKED! I was very skeptical as I dislike soup from a can. Boy, was I wrong. My local grocery store didn't have scallops or calamari (both of which I love), so I doubled up on the crab, clams, and shrimp! Also, I used red potatoes and left the skin on. This is most definitely a keeper. Thanks so much for sharing.

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Carla's Fruit Dip

Reviewed: Jan. 1, 2009

I served this with fruit at our Christmas eve party. It was a hit. Everyone thought it was wonderful, myself included. Several left with the recipe in hand. Thank you so much for sharing!

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My Best Clam Chowder

Reviewed: Oct. 26, 2008

I made this just two hours ago. The title says it all, the BEST clam chowder. My entire family loves clam chowder. Even the little ones (ages 12, 5 and 4) order it whenever we go out to eat. This is -- without a doubt -- the best clam chowder we've ever had! I added bacon as some have suggested and agree that you shouldn't skip on the red wine vinegar. It really gives it a great taste. Thanks so much for this recipe....it's a keeper!

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Grilled Venison Backstrap

Reviewed: Oct. 26, 2008

My husband and son are avid hunters. I've tried just about every venison recipe out there over the last 22 years and this BY FAR is the BEST! I'd give this recipe more than five stars if possible! I had company for dinner and served this. No one knew that it was venison. Everyone, including my three young children (ages 5, 4 and 3) loved this. They all thought they were eating filet mignon. Needless to say, not a morsel was left! You could not imagine their shock when I revealed they had eaten venison. All of my guest with hunters in the family left with this recipe. This is a definite MUST try!

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