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A white sauce mix and dried tortellini make this satisfying soup recipe extra easy; stirring in the spinach at the ...

  • 1 (1 1/2 - 2 ounce) envelope white sauce mix
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 (14 ounce) can vegetable broth
  • 1 1/2 cups mushrooms, sliced fresh
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 (7 - 8 ounce) package dried cheese tortellini (about 2 cups)
  • 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 6 cups fresh baby spinach leaves or torn spinach
  • Ground black pepper (optional)
  • Parmesan cheese, finely shredded (optional)
4.5/5 (79 Votes)

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I added black eyed peas and let it sit for at least 20 minutes after mixing to let all the flavors meld

  • 2 (11-ounce) cans Mexicorn, drained
  • 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel, drained
  • 2 cups cheddar, shredded
  • 6 green onions, sliced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup sour cream
3.9/5 (201 Votes)

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Japanese Hot Cakes are similar to American pancakes, but are a bit fluffier and have a little more sweetness

  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup milk, plus 1-1/2 tablespoons
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1-3/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, plus 1 teaspoon
3.9/5 (362 Votes)

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What better way to showcase this beautiful Maryland Blue Claw Jumbo Lump Crab meat, than with this Classic dish fro

  • 1 pound jumbo lump crabmeat (or lump)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 heaping teaspoon old bay
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped Italian parsley
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • squeeze of lemon juice
3.7/5 (384 Votes)

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Fun and delicious cookie treats for Halloween

  • Nutter Butter peanut butter sandwich cookies
  • White melting chocolate (or white chocolate chips)
  • Candy eyeballs or mini chocolate chips (for eyes)
  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips (for mouth - tips removed with knife)
  • Black writing food gel (for eyes and mouth)
  • Tweezers, optional
4.4/5 (85 Votes)

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Ritz crackers get the star treatment in this zesty recipe with the addition of grated Parmesan, Garlic powder, spic...

  • 1 box Ritz Crackers
  • 1 stick melted butter
  • 1 packet Ranch dressing mix
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
3.9/5 (204 Votes)

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This waffle is different from our traditional American Waffles

  • 3 1/2 cups flour (I used unbleached flour)
  • 1 package dry yeast (I used rapid-rise yeast)
  • 3/4 cup lukewarm milk
  • 8 oz. softened butter (2 sticks)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • cinnamon (optional--I don't use it)
  • 1 bag (8 oz.) Belgian Pearl Sugar (Lars Own Brand recommended)
4.2/5 (97 Votes)

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These simplified mini versions of tiramisu is just as tasty but less time consuming than actual tiramisu

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 pound mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground espresso powder
  • 8 ounces frozen non-dairy whipped topping, thawed
  • cinnamon for dusting
  • Chocolate shavings, or pieces for decoration
4.4/5 (79 Votes)

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It's easy to make your own Italian-style sausage with a lot of delicious herbs and spices

  • 2 pounds ground pork
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel seed
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
4.1/5 (116 Votes)

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What do you get when you turn a gingerbread man upside down? A reindeer! These are really fun to make with the kidd

  • Gingerbread man cookies
  • Any prepared cookie icing for decorating
4.2/5 (102 Votes)

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The dulce de leche drizzled on the dulce de leche buttercream frosting really compliments the cupcake and creates a...

  • CUPCAKES:
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs, separated
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • DULCE DE LECHE:
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened, condensed milk
  • DULCE DE LECHE FROSTING:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 pound powdered sugar
  • pinch salt
  • dulce de leche
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
4.4/5 (91 Votes)

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Both sweet and savory, this Cranberry Pretzel Salad offers the best of two worlds! Serve this up at your Thanksgivi...

  • LAYER 1:
  • 2 cups pretzels, crushed
  • 3/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • LAYER 2:
  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
  • 1 (8-ounce) container Cool Whip
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • LAYER 3:
  • 1 large package black cherry Jello
  • 2 cans whole cranberry sauce
  • 2 cups boiling water
3.7/5 (211 Votes)

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