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Plum Tarte Tatin

Plum Tarte Tatin

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From chef Alex Seidel at Fruition Restaurant in Denver, a beautiful tarte Tatin with plums standing in for the appl...

  • 1 cup crème fraîche*
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange peel
  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (half of 17.3-ounce package), thawed
  • 2 1/4 pounds sweet firm red plums (such as Burgundies or Satsumas), halved, pitted
  • 2 tablespoons plus 2/3 cup sugar, divided
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
  • 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter
4.6/5 (5 Votes)

Glazed Sweet Potato Puffs

Glazed Sweet Potato Puffs

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1. Bake sweet potato puffs following package instructions (the crispier, the better)

  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, finely crushed
  • 1 TBS fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped
  • 4 slices precooked bacon, coarsely chopped
  • 1 (20 oz) package frozen sweet potato puffs
  • 2 TBS cinnamon sugar (or honey) butter
4.6/5 (7 Votes)

Coconut-Lime Granita

Coconut-Lime Granita

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1. Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan over medium heat

  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 TBS grated lime rind
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4 limes)
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
4.6/5 (8 Votes)

Darlene's Healthy Salad

Darlene's Healthy Salad

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1. Place chopped lettuce in a large bowl

  • 12 cups chopped romaine lettuce (1 large head)
  • 2 cups thinly sliced cucumber (1 large)
  • 1 cup vertically sliced red onion (thin slices)
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes (about 3 large)
  • 2/3 cup vertically sliced, peeled ripe avocado (1 avocado)
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 3 TBS olive oil
  • 2 TBS sunflower seed kernels, salted
  • Salt and pepper to taste
4/5 (2 Votes)

Double Ginger Cupcakes with Lemon Glaze

Double Ginger Cupcakes with Lemon Glaze

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1. Preheat oven to 350°. 2

  • CUPCAKES:
  • 4.5 ounces flour (about 1 cup)
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • GLAZE:
  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3 to 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
4.4/5 (7 Votes)

Crispy Baked "Fried" Chicken

Crispy Baked Fried Chicken

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1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees

  • Canola oil
  • 6 chicken pieces (2 breasts, 2 thighs, 2 legs, 2 wings)
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups corn flakes
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds, ground
  • 1 teaspoon ground red pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
4.7/5 (11 Votes)

Brownie in a Mug

Brownie in a Mug

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1. Melt butter in microwave safe mug or ramekin

  • 2 TBS butter
  • 2 TBS sugar
  • 1 TBS light brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 4 TBS flour
  • 1 TBS unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 TBS chopped walnuts or chocolate chunks (optional)
4.5/5 (26 Votes)

Fool-Proof Perfect Lemon Curd

Fool-Proof Perfect Lemon Curd

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In a 2 quart saucepan, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, eggs, and butter

  • 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbs grated lemon zest
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
5/5 (3 Votes)

Meyer Lemon Curd Tart with Macadamia Crust

Meyer Lemon Curd Tart with Macadamia Crust

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1. Preheat oven to 400°. 2

  • CRUST:
  • 1/3 cup macadamia nuts
  • 1/4 cup flaked sweetened coconut
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 36 vanilla wafers
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • FILLING:
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • Dash of salt
  • 1/2 cup fresh Meyer lemon juice (about 5 lemons)
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated Meyer lemon rind
  • MERINGUE:
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
4.3/5 (4 Votes)

Basil Cream Sauce

Basil Cream Sauce

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Like an Alfredo sauce with a little added pizazz, this easy sauce recipe is great over pasta with chicken or even t...

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 medium clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 cup unsalted chicken broth
  • ¾ cup half-and-half
0/5 (0 Votes)