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Saltine Toffee

By á-2385
Are you ready for the easiest recipe of your life? Seriously this stuff is incredible! Not only is it unbelievably ...
- 40 saltine crackers (I recommend using Nabisco Saltines with Sea Salt)
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
- 2 cups chocolate chips, whichever you prefer, milk, semi or bittersweet. I used half milk chocolate half semi-sweet.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla
- 3/4 cup chopped, toasted nuts of choice - pecans, walnuts, almonds, cashews, Hazelnuts, optional
- Sprinkles (optional)
St. Patrick's Day Green Velvet Cupcake Shamrocks

By á-10360
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with these fun velvet shamrock cup cakes! Shaped like shamrocks and filled with the ric...
- Cooking spray
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (not Dutch process)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk, well shaken
- 1 tablespoon green liquid food coloring
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature, 2 sticks
- 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Pinch fine salt
- Green liquid food coloring
- 1/2 cup green sanding sugar, for decorating
Cheese & Onion Enchiladas with Tex-Mex Chili Gravy

By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
This Tex-Mex dish is so easy to make, and you probably have most of the ingredients on hand
- CHILI GRAVY:
- 3 tablespoons Canola oil
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoon powdered garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (Mexican oregano is preferred if it’s available)
- 2 tablespoon chile powder (either homemade or a dark brand such as Gebhardt’s or Whole Foods)
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- CHEESE ENCHILADAS:
- 6 corn tortillas
- 12 Kraft American 2% Cheese singles (or velveeta for TexMex authenticity)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups chili gravy
St. Patrick's Day Popcorn

By carvalhohm2
Sweet green popcorn -- what could be better on St
- 4 quarts popped popcorn
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter
- 8 to 10 drops green food coloring
7-Layer Vegetarian Greek Dip

By á-174535
Artichokes, cucumber, roasted bell peppers, hummus, pita chips, greek yogurt, and an olive-herb-lemon zest mixture ...
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and seeded
- Kosher salt to taste
- 2 cups 2% Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large clove garlic, finely grated
- 1/2 teaspoon dried mint or oregano
- 2 cups fresh parsley leaves, chopped, about 1 large bunch
- 1/2 cup chopped, pitted kalamata olives
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 4 scallions, chopped
- 2 (14-ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained, coarsely chopped
- 2 cups chopped jarred roasted red bell peppers, about 14 ounces
- 2 cups pita chips, crushed, plus more for serving
- 2 cups prepared hummus
- 1 cup crumbled feta, about 8 ounces
Pasta Fagioli Slow Cooker Crock Pot version

By jermeysmom@msn.com
Tastes just like the Pasta Fagioli they serve up at the Olive Garden
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 4 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 (28-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (16-ounce) can red kidney beans, drained
- 1 (16-ounce) can white kidney beans, drained
- 3 (10-ounce) cans beef stock
- 3 teaspoons oregano
- 2 teaspoons pepper
- 5 teaspoons parsley
- 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (optional)
- 1 (20-ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
- 8 ounces pasta
Cranberry Christmas Cake

By á-44273
Tart cranberries, sweet buttery cake and a fantastic texture will call you and your guests back for more of this ca
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups flour
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
Halloween Candy Corn Cupcakes

By á-75888
These cupcakes are colored like candy corn with the yellow base, orange top and frosted with white! It would be fun...
- 1 box classic white cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large egg whites
- Red and yellow food dye
- Tub of fluffy white frosting
Hawaiian Wedding Cake

By dpuentes
Try this delicious Hawaiian Wedding Cake recipe filled with the aromatic flavors of pineapple, cinnamon, and nutmeg...
- CAKE:
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
- 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped or crushed
- 3/4 cup flaked coconut
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- WHIPPED CREAM CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- toasted shredded coconut, for topping
Crab Dip

By dmg9548
Always a favorite. Change the flavor each time you make it: add fresh garlic, horseradish, extra hot sauce, chopped...
- 2 sprays cooking spray
- 6 ounces low fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup plain low fat Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons uncooked onion, finely minced
- 1/2 pound lump crabmeat, fresh or canned, drained
- 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt, or to taste
- 2 tablespoon sherry (dry or sweet), or sweet sherry (or to taste)
Creamy Bacon & Cheese Dip

By dgrisko
Make sure to Invite all of your taste buds to this party and serve with your favorite crackers or chips
- 16 ounces sour cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (8-ounces) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 (3-ounce) jar bacon bits
- 1 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 envelope onion soup mix
- Crackers
- Assorted fresh vegetables (optional)
Oreo Truffles

By lauramae
Three ingredients. One hour
- 1 (16-ounce) package Oreos
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (14-ounce) package white chocolate candy melts
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