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Pinto beans are on the top of my list as my favorite

  • Salt
  • 1 pound (2 1/2 cups) dried pinto beans, picked over and rinsed
  • 30 sprigs fresh cilantro (1 bunch)
  • 4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 onion, chopped fine
  • 2 poblano chiles*, stemmed, seeded, and chopped fine (reduce to one poblano to cut back on the heat. Two was borderline too spicy for us!)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup tequila
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 cup Mexican lager
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 2 limes, quartered
  • 2 ounces Cotija cheese, crumbled (1/2-cup)
4.4/5 (27 Votes)

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Fried mac and cheese balls are the perfect ooey, gooey comfort food filled with creamy cheese and pasta, then deep-...

  • 4 quarts water
  • 1 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
  • 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons milk, divided
  • 1 (12-ounce) package process cheese spread, cubed
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
  • peanut oil for frying
  • Franks Hot Sauce to taste
4.3/5 (22 Votes)

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Easy classic deviled eggs are a delicious finger food for people to snack on at any fun get together

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs
  • 1/3 cup shredded taco-seasoned cheese or Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons minced green onions
4.5/5 (28 Votes)

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This sweet and smokey Dr. Pepper-infused brisket recipe is perfect for your next outdoor gathering or event

  • 1 (6.5-pound) brisket
  • 4 cups apple wood chips, soaked in equal parts water
  • 1/4 cup seasoning rub of your choice
  • 2-liters of Dr. Pepper Soda, or enough to cover brisket
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
3.8/5 (162 Votes)

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Imagine this...it's an apple, but instead of being filled with apple, it's filled with cheesecake

  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar or more to taste
  • 1/2 cup cold heavy cream, whipped
  • 5 Granny Smith Apples, washed well
  • 1 fresh lemon, juiced
  • 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon or to taste
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • caramel sauce to drizzle
4.2/5 (9 Votes)

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Harissa is a Northern African spice blend that gives an exotic, spice-y taste to this beef brisket

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
  • 1 (2.5-pound) beef brisket
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper
  • 2 teaspoons harissa
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 1/2 cups red wine
  • 4 cups water, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 3/4 cup BBQ sauce of your choice
4.6/5 (14 Votes)

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If your a brownie lover your'll love this Layered Brownie recipe with a layer of cream cheese and topped with choco...

  • BROWNIE:
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup baking cocoa
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • FILLING:
  • 2 packages (one 8 ounces, one 3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 2 cups whipped topping
  • TOPPING:
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix, 3.9 ounces
  • Whipped topping and chopped walnuts
4.2/5 (31 Votes)

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I've never made my own ground beef, for burgers, because

  • 2 pounds sirloin steak tips*, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 4 hamburger buns, toasted and buttered (I prefer brioche burger buns)
  • NOTE: *sirloin steak tips is also known as "flap meat". It doesn't sound pretty, but don't let that discourage you. It's delicious. I buy mine at Costco.
4.4/5 (18 Votes)

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This recipe comes Cook's Country (sister publication to Cook's Illustrated) June/July 2009

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/2 pound elbow macaroni (8-ounces)
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1 scallion, sliced thin
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
  • 1 celery rib, chopped fine
3.8/5 (175 Votes)

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Patriotic Cheesecake Pretzel Bites are the best munchies to tame that sweet tooth while celebrating everything red,...

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon bubble gum Duncan Hines Frosting Creations mix or 1 teaspoon strawberry Jello
  • 1/2 teaspoon cotton candy Duncan Hines Frosting Creations mix or 1 teaspoon berry blue Jello
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • mini Pretzel Twists
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted
  • Red, White, and Blue sprinkles, optional
4.5/5 (14 Votes)

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There is nothing quite like a steaming bowl of Slow-cooker Corn Chowder, which comes together in no time at all and...

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup finely chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
  • 3 cups peeled and cubed russet potatoes
  • 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
  • 1/8 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 cups frozen whole kernel corn
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon snipped fresh thyme
  • 4 slices bacon, crisp-cooked, drained, and crumbled
  • fresh cracked black pepper to taste
4.4/5 (18 Votes)

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Spinach-Parmesan dip can satisfy even the pickiest eater! The best thing about this recipe is that it cooks in your...

  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed
  • 1 (14-ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup light mayonnaise or salad dressing
  • 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup Italian cheese blend, shredded
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
4.4/5 (18 Votes)

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Spinach-Parmesan Dip Drunken Beans (Cook's Illustrated)