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Orange Chicken

Reviewed: May 23, 2012

Pretty much followed the recipe except I used fine bread crumbs (all I had) and sprayed the dish with Pam instead of using butter (to cut down on calories). I should have known that baking at 375 for 45 mins would produce dry chicken and it did. Should have baked at 350 for 30 mins instead. Only a faint orange taste, not impressed at all. Even the family didn't care for it so won't be making again.

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Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes

Reviewed: Mar. 6, 2012

I found that 1 1/2 hrs was not long enough because my thinly sliced potatoes weren't cooked and had to cook longer. Also, I think more cheese is needed because it wasn't "cheesy" enough. This recipe is very similar to my mac & cheese dish which we all enjoy. Maybe the onion overpowers the cheese? I will probably try again and add more cheese.

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Caramel Apple Pork Chops

Reviewed: Jan. 15, 2012

I found the chops to be very flavorful, but the rest was lacking. This recipe needs some changes for sure. One reviewer suggested using applesauce...may try that next.

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Lentil Soup

Reviewed: Dec. 18, 2011

VERY DELISH! I used a 28oz can of crushed tomatoes and cut back on the water and I didn't have any spinach. I blended the soup to make it more cream-like and froze some for lunches. Very easy, healthy and delicious! Even my picky husband likes it so that says a lot right there!

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Carrot, Potato, and Cabbage Soup

Reviewed: Aug. 23, 2011

I did not have potatoes but made anyways. I did not miss them. I did increase the cabbage to 1/2 head. I also did not blend 100% but kept some chunks of carrot. GREAT soup!!

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Quick and Easy Chicken

Reviewed: Aug. 23, 2011

The only good thing about this recipe is that the chicken was moist but it was too greasy. I doubled the sauce as some reviewers suggested but the leftover "sauce" was swimming in oil. I did not enjoy the taste of the sauce either so I will not be making again.

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Blueberry and Raspberry Pancake Topping

Reviewed: Aug. 22, 2011

I used fresh instead of frozen as they are both in season. I love this topping! It's not sweet like syrup and the flavor is fabulous! Doubled the recipe (I had lots of very ripe raspberries) and froze some. Delish on pancakes!

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Japanese-Style Sesame Green Beans

Reviewed: Aug. 22, 2011

I found the beans way too greasy. Not a lot of flavor. Won't make again. I'll have to settle for having this dish in the restaurant until I find one just as good.

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Marinated Spicy Pork Chops

Reviewed: Jul. 20, 2011

I found the pork chops extremely salty and not spicy at all. If I were to try this recipe again, I would have to use a sodium reduced soy sauce to make it more edible and add more and different spices. Really it's more like a teriyaki.

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Fluffy Pancakes

Reviewed: Apr. 3, 2011

These pancakes were very fluffy as the name states! Delicious!! I tripled the recipe and there were a few left over for the next day. I also cut back on the sugar. Syrup is already sweet, don't need to go overboard.

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Pumpkin Cake III

Reviewed: Mar. 14, 2011

This was VERY good, however, it is more like a loaf than a cake. Kids loved the icing! I added ginger & nutmeg for a more spicier taste.

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Alfredo Sauce

Reviewed: Feb. 27, 2011

I tripled the recipe hoping I would have enough sauce for a large casserole with 1 1/2 lbs of rotini. Thankfully it was. I used half n half, 2 1/2 tsp of chopped garlic and 1/8 cup of dried parsley. I had to thicken as it was too thin. Tasted very rich & delicious. I may try a lower fat milk next time.

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Apple Crumble Pie

Reviewed: Feb. 21, 2011

DELICIOUS! I added quick oats and substituted brown sugar in the topping. LOVED IT! Served warm with caramel topping and vanilla ice cream. YUM!

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Oven Fried Chicken III

Reviewed: Feb. 14, 2011

So moist! So flavorful! I did follow the advise of one reviewer and used 1/2 mayo and 1/2 milk. This recipe is a keeper! Thanks!

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High Temperature Eye-of-Round Roast

Reviewed: Feb. 14, 2011

I had a 4lb roast and extended the cook time to 10mins per lb instead of 7 because I prefer my roast cooked more than rare. I even cooked an additional 10 mins before I turned off the heat. I knew my oven will stay hot so the roast would continue to cook. After time was up I cut into the middle and it was still to too rare so I baked at 350F for an additional 30mins then let it sit covered for 30mins. When I sliced it, it was still pink but more medium well and the juice was pink not clear. It was NOT tender at all, but very tough. I fault myself for purchasing the cheap cut and expecting it to be tender. I just couldn't justify spending $65 on a prime rib when the eye of round was $15. I think I will go back to my regular way of cooking a roast and save the cheap cuts for stewing.

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Ranger Cookies III

Reviewed: Jul. 29, 2010

I needed a recipe to use up some coconut, walnuts and raisins and found this one. This is a GREAT cookie! I hate to make changes to a recipe before rating, but I had no choice. I used 1 cup shortening & 1/2 cup margarine and cut back on the white sugar by 1/2 cup. Also at the last minute I added 1 cup choc chips (wanted to use them up before the kids eat them!). I baked for 11 1/2 minutes and had a crisp light brown very tasty cookie. VERY delish! Also made 6 dozen. Must be BIG cookies to get 36! Will definitely make again! This is a keeper for sure.

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Marinated Baked Pork Chops

Reviewed: Jun. 24, 2010

I added all the ingredients listed but added a little too much lemon juice by mistake but it was still tasty, just a little tangy. I marinaded as others suggested but only for 1 hour, didn't have more time. After the first 30 mins of cooking my pan was full of juice which diluted the sauce. What a waste! The second 30 mins I cooked on a rack with the remaining sauce. Should have cooked maybe only 15 mins more as the chops were a little dry. My husband gave them 8 out of 10 so I gave them 4 stars, which is probably a very generous rating. Will probably make again.

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Candied Sweet Potatoes

Reviewed: Mar. 11, 2010

I am not a fan of sweet potatoes. I made them for a special birthday dinner for my sister-in-law because it's one of her favourites and SHE loved them. So I guess I did them right! Thanks for sharing!

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Aunt Betty's French Dressing

Reviewed: Mar. 11, 2010

It's always nice to have a homemade dressing on a fresh salad. It was delicious as is! Thanks Maggie!

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White Cheese Chicken Lasagna

Reviewed: Mar. 11, 2010

This was very delicious and very rich. Everyone LOVED it! I used cottage cheese instead of ricotta, only 1 pkg of spinach as recommended by others, doubled the chicken and added mozz cheese on top. I used no cook noodles for the first time because I made 2 different lasagnas and wanted to save time. They were ok, but next time, I'll precook. Other than these changes, I followed the recipe and the sauce was very creamy and yummy! Thanks Lisa! This is a keeper!

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