Special Recipes for Special Events - 243 recipes
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Easy Country-Style BBQ Ribs
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By kimvess
Finger licking good... Easy Country-Style BBQ Ribs!
- DRY RUB:
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon paprika (smoked is great)
- RIBS:
- 4 pounds country style pork ribs
- 3 cups ketchup
- 1 1/2 cups beer
- 3/4 cup cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (more to taste)
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Cheeseburger Quesadillas
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By Jahel
You get the best of two world in this Cheeseburger Quesadillas recipe
- 1 1/4 pounds ground sirloin
- 2/3 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 24 dill pickle chips plus 2 tablespoons pickle juice
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 4 (10-inch) flour tortillas
- 8 ounces extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2-cups)
- Cooking spray
Avocado Egg Rolls with Creamy Cilantro Ranch Dip
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By daliakeyingredient27
These avocado egg rolls are extremely tasty and so easy to throw together if you have some friends coming over and ...
- AVOCADO EGG ROLLS:
- 3 large ripe avocados, sliced
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes, packed in olive oil, chopped
- 1/2 teaspooon salt
- Egg roll wrappers
- Water (for sealing edges of eggrolls)
- Oil (for frying)
- CREAMY CILANTRO RANCH DIP:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 green onion
- 1/2 jalapeño
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ranch mix
Roast Beef Summer Rolls
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By á-174535
These Vietnamese summer rolls filled with roast beef from the deli and an assortment of crisp vegetables for a ligh...
- 1 large garlic clove, smashed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Thai green curry paste
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup mint, chopped
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 4 cups coleslaw mix
- 0.5-pounds rare deli roast beef, thinly sliced and cut into 1/2-inch strips
- 24 6-inch round rice paper wrappers, plus more in case of breakage
Smoky Sweet Potato Hummus
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By GuidingVegan
This sweet potato hummus recipe has everything going for it
- 1 very large sweet potato, scrubbed clean and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- 1 can cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 4 tablespoons tahini
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, start with 1/2 tsp and add more if you like the smoky heat!
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- a few dashes salt
Queso Fundido with Chorizo
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By Cubby
Forget processed cheese goop! This queso fundido (melted cheese) dip is made with Cheddar and Muenster cheeses, wit...
- 2 poblano chile peppers
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 ounces fresh chorizo, casings removed
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup lager
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese, about 8 ounces
- 2 cups grated muenster cheese, about 8 ounces
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Slow-Cooker BBQ Meatballs Recipe
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By á-1968
These Crock Pot BBQ Meatballs are crazy delicious! They are a perfect Superbowl party food that will be enjoyed by ...
- 1 1/2 pounds extra lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup uncooked quick oats
- 1/4 cup dry red wine
- 1/4 cup liquid egg whites
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
Crab Artichoke Dip in a Bread Bowl
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By Taraespo
Crab Artichoke Dip in a Bread Bowl is a delicious way to curve your guests' appetites before the main course is ser...
- 1 large or 2 small round sourdough bread or rye bread
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, brought to room temperature
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 (14-ounce) jar artichoke hearts, drained, rinsed, and chopped
- 1 (12-ounce) jar lump crab
- 1/2 cup red pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup green onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon buffalo hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup parmesan
- 1 cup mozzarella or sharp white cheddar, shredded
- 1/2 cup pepper jack, shredded
Spicy Bacon Guacamole
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By á-174535
Bacon makes this spicy guacamole so much better! Use less jalapeños if your prefer a milder version
- 4 strips bacon
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped, about 1/4 cup
- 2 to 4 tablespoons drained jarred pickled jalapeño slices, chopped, plus 2 teaspoons brine
- 1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped
- tortilla chips, for serving
Basic Fondue
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By á-34082
This is a basic recipe for cheese fondue that highlights a cheddar cheese, instead of a traditional swiss or gruyer...
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons ground dry mustard
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 6 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Supreme Pizza Dip
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By nanapuddin
A scrumptious, super simple supreme pizza dip made with cream cheese, Italian shredded cheese, pizza sauce, sausage...
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 1/2 cups Italian blend cheese, shredded
- 2 teaspoons Italian herb seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 cup pizza sauce
- 10 to 12 pepperoni slices
- 1/3 cup cooked Italian sausage
- 3 tablespoons bell pepper, any color, chopped
- 3 tablespoons black olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, chopped
Hot Pecan Crab Dip
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By BobN
I've been making this Hot Pecan Crab Dip recipe for years and it's always a huge hit with my family and friends
- 8 ounces crab, fully cooked and flaked
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup Parmesan, grated & divided
- 1/2 cup cheddar, shredded
- 1/2 cup mozzarella, shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 6 to 8 jalapeños, chopped and deseeded
- 1/4 cup green onion, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Texas pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup crackers
- 1/2 cup melted butter
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