Jennifer B. Recipe Reviews (Pg. 1) - Allrecipes.com (18094674)

Ham Salad Spread

Reviewed: Mar. 27, 2012

I wanted to like this but just didn't. I used leftover ham that was from a half ham. After I dumped the mayo/mustard mixture in & mixed it up, I realized it was way too much much & wished I had added half, stirred it then added more depending on how much I thought it needed. The real issue I had with this was the salty taste. I use the same ham in other recipes so I was surprised this had a really salty taste, I did not add any salt when I made this so it must have been the ham... no fault of the recipe but I think it wouldn't have suited my tastes even if it weren't for the saltiness.

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Carrots in Dill Butter

Reviewed: Feb. 21, 2012

These were good but next time I will use less water... pretty much all the water was left at the end of the cooking time but the carrots were tender. Good nonetheless.

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Macaroni Salad with a Twist

Reviewed: Feb. 21, 2012

This was pretty good. I used whole wheat rotini since I always buy whole wheat pasta, a red onion instead of a vidalia (I feel red onions are better for pasta salads) & diced the carrots instead of grating them (didn't feel like dirtying the grater). I would make again, maybe next time trying salami instead of ham.

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Baked Penne

Reviewed: Feb. 11, 2012

Just finished making this, it was good but I found it a little rich. I wouldn't say it makes 6 servings more like 4 if that. I added 5 cups of pasta instead of 3 & mixed all of the cooking creme in the meal rather than using some on top. I plan on making this again with the following changes: 1 13.25 box whole wheat penne pasta, 1 lb ground beef, 1 cup each chopped onions & green pepper, 2- 24 oz jars tomato sauce, 1 15 oz tub cooking creme, 2 cups of mozzarella cheese.

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Chocolate Muffins

Reviewed: Feb. 4, 2012

If you are expecting a bakery style muffin, you will be disappointed. This muffin basically tastes like devils food cake with chocolate chips in it. I think many of the reviewers failed to notice the bland texture since they doubled the amount of chocolate chips. I was disappointed with this muffin, it's really more of a cupcake than a muffin & didn't satisfy my craving for a chocolate muffin.

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Garlic Prime Rib

Reviewed: Jan. 17, 2012

I started this at 450 for 20 mins then lowered the temperature to 350 (so it could cook at the same temperature as the potatoes) & allowed 15 mins per pound. It was still way too rare (looked freshly butchered) at 15 mins per lb at 350. I would recommend 20 mins per lb at 350.

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Rosemary Au Gratin Potatoes

Reviewed: Jan. 17, 2012

Very good. Made as directed but used dried rosemary as that is what I had on hand. Next time I will use fresh rosemary. I used a mandolin to slice the potatoes very thin. I served this with prime rib for Christmas dinner. My husband couldn't stop raving about the potatoes. Thanks for the recipe.

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Smothered Beef Short Ribs

Reviewed: Jan. 17, 2012

This didn't come out well.... After doing the browning of the ribs & sauteeing the veggies, I threw everything in a crockpot. After putting in the 1 cup of wine, I could only fit in 4 cups of broth. I let it all cook on low for around 8 hours. Tried straining the broth out & making a sauce with it using a roux, on the stovetop in a small pan. We weren't thrilled with this, granted I did change it a little but who has 2 hours to sit around while dinner cooks & that is in addition to prep & clean up time. I wouldn't make this again, it was too much work for something mediocre.

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Honey and Rosemary Sweet Potatoes

Reviewed: Jan. 17, 2012

Very, very good. I used dried rosemary since that is what I had on hand, next time I will make sure to use fresh rosemary. Will be making again. Thanks for the recipe.

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Baked Brunch Omelet

Reviewed: Jan. 17, 2012

I found this to be bland. Giving it 4 stars since I admittingly changed the recipe. Instead of layering, I mixed the bread cubes, cheese & ham in a bowl then added to the pan & covered with the egg & milk mixture. I used 1 1/2 cups of cheese not lbs as another review mentioned but maybe I should have added more cheese. I think this needs something else, perhaps dry mustard. May or may not try again.

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Sweet Cornbread Cake

Reviewed: Jan. 17, 2012

This was AMAZING. I was literally eating the batter, it was so good. I halved the recipe for a 9 inch square pan, this baked for exactly 38 mins. I upped the cornmeal to 1 C & lowered the flour (used whole wheat) to 1 C. I don't keep whole milk on hand so I made a buttermilk substitute. I used skim milk & added a tablespoon of vinegar & let that sit for 10 mins before adding to the bowl. This recipe is just amazing. Best cornbread I have ever tasted. Right after making it, I ate 3 pieces, it was so good. Thanks for the recipe.

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Creamy Spinach

Reviewed: Dec. 17, 2011

This was good. I left out the bacon since I didn't have it on hand. Even though the recipe says 3 servings, we got 4 decent sized servings out of it.

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Baked Sweet Potatoes

Reviewed: Dec. 17, 2011

I love sweet potatoes but this dish didn't wow me. The potatoes took forever to cut up. I sub'd rosemary for the oregano (not a fan of oregano). Stirred a few times during the baking time for even cooking. Not sure what I could do differently but I imagine this would taste better if caramelized some.

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Slow-Cooked Short Ribs

Reviewed: Dec. 17, 2011

This was good but it didn't wow us. Like many of the reviewers I sub'd bbq sauce for the chili sauce, I wish I hadn't & I plan on making the recipe exactly as written next time. We felt there wasn't enough of a kick in the sauce so next time I'll add some cayenne pepper & Tabasco.

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Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Marsala Sauce

Reviewed: Dec. 17, 2011

Very, very good. I use half & half instead of heavy cream to save calories... that is probably the reason why my sauce comes out a little thin, I plan on adding cornstarch next time to thicken it up a little. Out of the two times I've made this, the first time with the shallots & the second time without the shallots, we prefer it without. The sauce is delicious over steamed broccoli. We also enjoy mashed potatoes with this dish. Thanks for the recipe.

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Grilled Cheese, Cinnamon, and Apple Sandwich

Reviewed: Nov. 5, 2011

This was good. I used 2 slices of cheese so that the apple slices were in between each slice of cheese. Used Land O Lakes cinnamon sugar butter.

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Grandmother's Buttermilk Cornbread

Reviewed: Nov. 5, 2011

Very good but also very fattening, a stick of butter is a lot! We enjoyed, thanks for the recipe. Edit: I have made this a few times since. The last time I sub'd unsweetened applesauce for the butter- it didn't come out so well. More dense & chewy rather than light & fluffy when made as written. Will continue to make as written.

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Red Velvet Pancakes

Reviewed: Nov. 5, 2011

Very mediocre for all the work involved & dirty dishes to clean up. None of the grocery stores around here carry creme fraiche so I sub'd sour cream for it. Used whole wheat flour instead of white (I never cook with white flour). A few comments, mascarpone cheese is very thick like the consistency of cream cheese, you want to let it soften so it is easier to work with. A hand mixer would probably be best for the topping, I didn't use one & mine came out sort of grainy. My husband commented the topping wasn't sweet enough. Be careful with the food coloring if you have light countertops. As I squeezed it out, as it got to the end, it splattered a bit getting all over the counter. Luckily I had a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, a regular sponge did not get it off. Lastly, Written as is this recipe is too much work for amount yielded, I recommend doubling it if you're making it. We got 9 medium size pancakes out of the batter, the griddle was very full.

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Sarah's Applesauce

Reviewed: Oct. 25, 2011

Delicious. Made as written. Will add to our rotation.

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Beef and Irish Stout Stew

Reviewed: Oct. 25, 2011

Really, really good. After deglazing the pan, I transferred it to a crockpot & added basil. Cooked on low for around 6 hours. Served over mashed potatoes. We loved it as is, the flavor was wonderful. Didn't find it bitter like other reviewers did. Thanks for the recipe.

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