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Peppermint Popcorn Bark is a great Holiday version of Monster Munch

  • 2 bags microwave popcorn, popped (18-20 cups)
  • 1 box (6 ounce) candy canes, crushed
  • 1 package Almond Bark
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract or a few drops of peppermint oil
4.6/5 (33 Votes)

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These Spinach Bacon Cheese Puffs are sure to be a hit at your next gathering, whether it's during the holidays or a...

  • 1 (4-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 2 packed cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 3/4 cup crumbled feta
  • 3 slices crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
  • Coarse salt and fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 (8.7-ounce) sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed and cut into 9 squares
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
4.5/5 (43 Votes)

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Cute take on a classic Halloween dessert fun for the family to make and eat

  • Chocolate ice cream cones
  • Chocolate Icing
  • Twizzler Pull and Peel
  • Green gummy worms
  • Large chocolate cookie
4.5/5 (46 Votes)

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Beef roast, carrots, potatoes, onion, tomato sauce, beef broth, and peas combine in the crockpot to make a traditio...

  • 2 pounds beef roast, cubed
  • 2 cups carrots, sliced
  • 2 cups potatoes, diced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons quick cooking tapioca
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup water or beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen peas
4.2/5 (60 Votes)

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These plump strawberries filled with cheesecake, dipped in chocolate and then drizzled are perfect for birthdays, p...

  • Whole strawberries
  • Philadelphia ready-to-eat cheesecake filling
  • Good quality dipping chocolate
4.4/5 (47 Votes)

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This Cherry Cream Cheese Bake recipe is super yummy and quite easy to make!! It takes less than 5 minutes to put to

  • 1 (12-ounce) can cherry pie filling
  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 (8-ounce) tube crescent rolls
  • 1/2 stick of butter
  • 2 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
4/5 (88 Votes)

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A simple and delicious slow cooker Barbequed Pulled Pork recipe

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons sambal oelek or other Asian chile sauce
  • 4 1/4 pounds boneless pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into 4 pieces
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4.5/5 (11 Votes)

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Using rye bread to make your stuffing gives it a unique flavor

  • 4 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup olive oil, divided, plus more
  • 10 cups coarsely torn seeded rye, dried out overnight
  • 1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
  • 1 pound mixed mushrooms (such as maitake, oyster, or crimini), cut into large pieces
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 celery stalks, chopped
  • 6 medium shallots, chopped
  • 1 bunch kale, ribs and stems removed, leaves torn
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth, divided
4.3/5 (3 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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Coffee Cake Bread – Picture this

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoon cinnamon
4.5/5 (42 Votes)

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Pane de Pasqua all Uovo or Easter Bread is a traditional Easter bread recipe that is often served during Easter cel...

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 (0.25-ounce) packages of active dry yeast
  • 5 cups sifted flour, divided
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • sprinkles to decorate
5/5 (2 Votes)

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These Vietnamese green papaya spring rolls are delightfully refreshing and low in fat and calories which make them ...

  • GREEN PAPAYA SALAD:
  • 1 small green papaya
  • 1/2 cup peanuts, roughly chopped, can use salted or unsalted
  • 1 to 2 cups bean sprouts
  • 1 to 2 tomatoes, cut into long thin strips
  • 1 red chili, minced, plus more to taste
  • 3 green onions cut into ribbons
  • 1/2 cup fresh Vietnamese basil, torn
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon fish sauce or soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoon oil
  • 2 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 3 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 to 1 tablespoons honey or agave
  • SPRING ROLLS:
  • 12 square rice paper sheets
  • 3 ounces rice vermicelli
  • 1/2 head of green, red, or romaine lettuce, about 12 leaves
  • 1 large carrot julienne or shredded
  • 1/4 cup each Vietnamese basil, mint or coriander
  • 2 to 3 cups Green Papaya Salad
  • SPICY PEANUT SAUCE:
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter, smooth or crunchy
  • 3/4 cup of water
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon peanuts, chopped
  • VIETNAMESE FISH SAUCE:
  • 1/3 cup fish sauce
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 cup lime juice
  • 6 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 large garlic clove, crushed, peeled, and minced
  • 1 medium shallot, crushed peeled, and minced
  • 1 Thai chili pepper, seeded, and minced
5/5 (2 Votes)

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