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Pudding Pop Shots? Yep! These chocolately little shots of pudding and liquor are a perfect little dessert!

  • Small chocolate instant pudding
  • 3/4 cup Kahlua
  • 3/4 cup Coconut Rum
  • 4 ounces Cool Whip (Extra Creamy preferred but not required)
4.1/5 (101 Votes)

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Warm and delicious, this black-eyed pea and country ham dip is tasty any time of year, but perfect for New Year's d...

  • 1/2 cup diced country ham
  • 2 (15.8-ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 large tomato, finely chopped
  • 2 scallions, sliced
  • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or 3 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • Cornbread crackers or round buttery crackers
5/5 (4 Votes)

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This super simple, quick, and easy recipe is the perfect appetizer for any festive occasion or celebratory party

  • 2 large green plantains
  • 4 cups cold water
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to garnish
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 cup peanut oil
4.9/5 (10 Votes)

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This recipe for Sicilian bruschetta is sure to get your guests' appetites going with crispy bread adorned with a de...

  • 1 (1-pound) loaf crusty Italian bread such as ciabatta, cut into 1/3-inch thick slices
  • 6 About 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch dice, about 4 cups
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1 cup green olives, drained and chopped
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh oregano
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
5/5 (1 Votes)

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Quick, healthy, and great tasting, Quinoa Spring rolls are filled with greens and a perfectly prepared dressing of ...

  • SPRING ROLLS:
  • 2 cups red quinoa
  • 3 cups water
  • 4 handfuls of greens or lettuce of your choice
  • 10 rice paper wrappers
  • DRESSING:
  • 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 5 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons ginger, minced
  • 4 teaspoons sesame oil
4.5/5 (37 Votes)

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Score big on game day with this easy football-inspired dessert

  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 (4-ounce) package Jell-O chocolate instant pudding
  • 1 (10.75-ounce) package prepared pound cake, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 3 (2.07-ounce) chocolate-coated caramel-peanut nougat bars, chopped
  • 1 (8-ounce) tub Cool Whip Whipped Topping, thawed, divided
  • Green food coloring
4.9/5 (9 Votes)

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Smooth and creamy, this cheesy soufflé packs a slight cayenne kick to accompany the sweet onion flavor

  • 1 large sweet onion, chopped
  • 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, finely chopped, plus more for garnish
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4.4/5 (51 Votes)

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Reese's peanut butter cups are mixed with roasted peanuts and coated with chocolate coating for this easy (and deli

  • 1 package chocolate candy coating (almond bark or candy melts)
  • 1 bag Reese's Peanut Butter Cups (14-18 snack size cups)
  • 1 to 2 cups dry roasted peanuts
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons shortening (if needed)
4.6/5 (28 Votes)

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Mini pizzas are made with tortillas that are cut into small rounds and topped with traditional pizza toppings

  • 5 (10-inch in diameter) tortillas
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 1/2 cup grated mozzarella
  • pepperoni slices, optional, to taste
4.3/5 (53 Votes)

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A super simple refreshing spritzer flavored with fresh strawberries and basil

  • 4 ounces Sauvignon blanc
  • 4 medium strawberries, diced small
  • 3 ounces soda water
  • 1 tablespoon basil, chopped
  • Juice of half a Lime
  • Straw berries, sliced for garnish
  • Basil, sliced for garnish
4.5/5 (36 Votes)

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These awesome Rajas con Queso Mini Tamales are popular in the state of Zacatecas in Northern Mexico which you must ...

  • TAMALES:
  • 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon lard
  • 2 1/4 cups masa harina (instant corn flour)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • Salt
  • 1 1/4 cups homemade chicken broth, hot
  • 16 big unbroken dried corn husks
  • FILLING:
  • 2 small poblano chile peppers
  • 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
  • 1 cup coarsely white onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 ear of corn, kernels removed
  • 1/4 cup Mexican crema
  • 1/4 cup Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • Salt
4.8/5 (14 Votes)

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As if jello shots needed to get any more festive, these are made with Champagne—perfect for your New Year's Eve p

  • 8 ounces Champagne
  • 7 ounces lemon-lime soda, divided
  • 3 packets unflavored gelatin
  • Food coloring (if desired)
  • Sanding sugar
4.5/5 (37 Votes)

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