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Smoked Salmon Penne

Posted by blucoat  

This pasta dish is so easy to make because it makes its own sauce! The cream cheese melts to form an incredibly smooth and luxurious sauce that compliments that smoked salmon very well. This recipe is a favourite dinner party entree of Food... MORE»

Recipe #348142

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Francis Ford Coppola's Tomato Sauce (Pomodoro Basilico)

Posted by blucoat  

This is the famous director's simple recipe for tomato-basil sauce. It was printed in the great cookbook, "Taste: One Palate's Journey Through the World's Greatest Dishes" by David Rosengarten. You can also top with some finely chopped... MORE»

Recipe #348110

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Maple Garlic Salmon

Posted by Gaia22  

I love this recipe because it is so easy & yummy for any busy work day. Preparation time includes the minimum marinade time, but the marinade can be done before leaving for work in the morning. This is easily scaled to marinate any amount... MORE»

Recipe #348105

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Baked Columbia River Salmon

Posted by Molly53  

As simple and delicious as it gets! Use the stuffing as listed below, use the stuffing of your choice, or cook the fish without it altogether. If you prefer, two thick slices of salmon may be cooked in this same manner. From the Western chapter... MORE»

Recipe #348094

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Mom's Meatloaf

Posted by Gaia22  

I find Meatloaf is a very personal dish. Adults tend to like the meatloaf they grew up with as a kid. Well, this is the meatloaf I grew up with - It is the best! I serve it with mashed potatoes and sweet baby peas for a comforting, hearty meal... MORE»

Recipe #348093

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Turkey Chili Stew

Posted by mydesigirl  

This is thick and will warm your tummy on a cold day. We like this with homemade corn bread with butter. MORE»

Recipe #348049

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Hubby's Hamburger Surprise

Posted by Chef Buttons  

My Husband, Rob, makes this recipe at least once a week for me...I LOVE it because not only is it simple, quick and great tasting, I don't have to cook! This recipe was taught to him by his grandmother as a different way to fix hamburger. MORE»

Recipe #348043

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Caribbean Lime Chicken

Posted by alligirl  

I copied this recipe from a magazine (can't remember which one ) and it is light and tasty! MORE»

Recipe #348039

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Parmesan Flan With Tomatoes & Basil (Cooking Light)

Posted by blucoat  

This is a very elegant dish that takes very little effort but looks beautiful. You can serve as an appetizer or side dish, or pair it with a soup and/or salad for a light meal. From Cooking Light Magazine (July 2008). MORE»

Recipe #348032

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Shrimp Imonelli

Posted by Ragin Cajun, Zack  

This recipe is incredibly easy and fast. My fiancee and friends love it, and they're all from the north! MORE»

Recipe #348016

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Not Quite Basic Meat & Potatoes

Posted by Harley Grandma  

I wanted to make a simple dish with what I had on hand and the results were great, my family insists I make this one again. MORE»

Recipe #348009

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Mrs. H's Pizza Dough

Posted by Arianna George  

A fool proof pizza crust recipe from a good friend. Fast and easy. MORE»

Recipe #347951

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Orange Slow Cooker (Crock Pot) Chicken

Posted by hartleystudio  

This is a work in progress. I got a version of this from a friend and adapted it to what I had in the fridge. It's really rich so cutting down the butter or making substitutions would probably work. It's so yummy though, you won't be able to... MORE»

Recipe #347948

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Double Cheese Omelette

Posted by English_Rose  

For a quick and easy meal try this recipe for a cheese and chive-flavoured omelette. MORE»

Recipe #347930

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Chicken Taco Pie

Posted by Janie Marie  

My friend gave me this recipe and it really is good - kids love it and makes great leftovers. MORE»

Recipe #347905

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Tracy's Turkey Buger With Roasted Red Pepper Mayo

Posted by Ragin Cajun, Zack  

Again, when we first met, my fiancee would not eat beef or pork, I had to come up with a nice poultry burger that I would enjoy because I was not having much success with veggie burgers. This is my first successful one. MORE»

Recipe #347863

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Gerry's Chili

Posted by Chef #1112666  

This a chili recipe I put together from a bunch of recipes to get the taste I wanted. This is a flavorful chili. Can be served with sour cream or cheese topping for a great taste MORE»

Recipe #347858

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Polish Goulash With Kielbasa

Posted by lynnski / LA  

This recipe was adapted from one published in the Los Angeles Times about 20 years ago, when they did a feature on polish food. The original recipe called for lard, I make it with canola oil MORE»

Recipe #347852

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Cheesy Alfredo Sauce With Mushrooms and Fresh Tomato

Posted by KITTENCAL  

After the sauce is cooked throw in cooked chicken or shrimp and serve with cooked fettuccini or thin spaghetti. MORE»

Recipe #347851

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Easy Buffalo Chicken Bake

Posted by Chef #1113957  

If you love buffalo chicken but don't love all the calories! Ready made brown rice can be found at Trader Joe's in vacuum sealed packages. MORE»

Recipe #347813

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