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Heavenly Wheat Free Pancakes

Posted by Steam Wizard  

A delicious light and fluffy wheat free pancake. Invented from scratch by friend Roxanne during a visit to Geyserville. MORE»

Recipe #346504

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Black Eyed Peas With Hamburger (Pinquito Style)

Posted by personalchef  

Pinquinto beans are a small pink bean that is very pouplar on the Central Coast of California, where I used to live. I have adapted my Pinquito bean recipe to work with Black Eyed Peas. The main reason I have posted so few recipes is because... MORE»

Recipe #346487

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Polish Bread Soup (Zupa Chlebowa)

Posted by lynnski / LA  

This recipe originated as a poor man's dish, but richer Pole soon caught on and began enjoying it too. The seasonings in the bread, which dissolves completely, flavor the soup. Some suggested accompaniments are several kinds of cheese,... MORE»

Recipe #345400

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Chicken & Dried Plum Pizza

Posted by Recipe Junkie  

This is a recipe I got off the back of a package of Mariani-brand Pitted, Dried Plums. It's from the California, Dried Plum Board. This looks really healthy and seems like a nice idea for a lady's luncheon or anytime you want to bring a little... MORE»

Recipe #345333

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Turkey Vegetable Soup

Posted by Ruth Tisdale  

Thick chunky goodness. MORE»

Recipe #345322

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Jack in the Box Jumbo Jack

Posted by Timothy Higgins , Moontan Master!  

On the menu since 1974 @ Jack In The Box! MORE»

Recipe #343520

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The Dreidel - Cocktail

Posted by Jess4Freedom  

Created by Nopa Bar in San Fransisco. You need to shake the cocktail very hard, almost violently, to be sure that the egg white emulsifies. MORE»

Recipe #342694

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Warsaw Salad

Posted by lynnski / LA  

This recipe is adapted from one published in the Los Angeles Times about 20 years ago; they were featuring Polish food in that issue. This salad is perfect with cold Polish sausage or ham and some East European type bread. It makes a good lunch... MORE»

Recipe #342540

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Easy Elegant Salmon

(3 reviews) Posted by Candyisdandy  

I have been a silent observer for years, this is my first recipe posting--it was just too good not to share! Easy and delicious-two of my main criteria for a KEEPER! MORE»

Recipe #341968

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Montezuma Pie

Posted by Celticevergreen  

This Cal-Mex dish is from an old cookbook that my grandmother used during the 1960's. MORE»

Recipe #341922

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Recipe #341533

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Sweet Almond Brittle!

(1 reviews) Posted by Sharon123  

The original name is Almond Addiction but I couldn't bring myself to name it that! So you have been warned! MORE»

Recipe #341532

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Italian Chicken Sub

Posted by Chef~V  

This makes a terrific weeknight dinner. Cooked chicken and marinara sauce makes this quick and easy and tastes delicious. My family loves this recipe and it is requested several times a month. MORE»

Recipe #341207

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Month Long Bran Muffins

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These baked muffins store in the fridge for month! In the rush of the morning, I love taking a muffin out of the fridge, heat it and run out the door. This recipe is for 24 but you can easily double it. MORE»

Recipe #340673

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Fruit and Nut Cereal

(1 reviews) Posted by Sharon123  

A delicious, healthy treat made with grains, seeds, and dried fruit. This makes a nice gift too! Adapted from the California Fig folks. MORE»

Recipe #340392

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Vanilla Almond Butter

Posted by Sharon123  

So good with apple slices, on toasted English muffins, with grahm crackers. Adapted from the California Almond Board. MORE»

Recipe #340019

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Low-Fat Ranch Dressing and Dip Mix

(1 reviews) Posted by Ametista  

Inexpensive, tasty, and msg-free Ranch dressing mix. I keep the mix ready in the spice cabinet so I am always ready to throw some fresh dressing together. MORE»

Recipe #339903

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Pacific Fire Shrimp

Posted by Timothy Higgins , Moontan Master!  

On the bay in San Diego there is a place called Peohe's on the waterfront that offers a great view of the downtown area of San Diego. This dish is still being served today. It can be a appetizer or entree! MORE»

Recipe #338601

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Wild Mushroom and Gruyère Tart

Posted by blucoat  

This recipe is from James Beard award winning chef Suzanne Goin and is served at her wonderful Los Angeles restaurant, Lucque's. The recipe has been modified slightly. This version is with puff pastry, but the recipe also works well with pastry... MORE»

Recipe #337296

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Mexican Chorizo Cornbread Stuffing

Posted by Celticevergreen  

This is the stuffing recipe used in my family at Thanksgiving. You can assemble the dressing (up to the baking) up to 2 days ahead; cover and chill. Remove from refrigerator about 3 hours before baking to bring to room temperature. MORE»

Recipe #337050

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TOPIC: Which onion for onion...

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From: ala-kat

On Wednesday, January 07, 2009

quote Does it matter which type of onion to use? I'm not a real big fan of white onion, prefer yellow. But I must say that I like red the best, although they don't really lend themselves to rings (but a local rest. does sell a very finely sliced, battered & fried red onion with a remoulade... very... quote

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Review From: 4-H Mom  

On Jan 7, 2009

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RECIPE: White Batter Bread

This bread was swesome! I was looking for a easy recipe so my Mother could make some bread. She made this recipe yesterday and then I turned around and made 2 loaves today. This is so good, my husband and son also loved it. Thanks for the...

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Review From: Mydoggiesmom  

On Jan 7, 2009

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RECIPE: Chocolate Cream Pie

This is a To Die For chocolate pie!!! I followed recipe exactly as written, except I did use a graham cracker crust, and topped with Cool Whip, then sprinkled a few mini chocolate chips on top, Yum! Yum! I'm willing to walk a few extra minutes...

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Review From: UltimaMommy  

On Jan 7, 2009

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RECIPE: Chicken Enchiladas

Delicious! My family really enjoyed this dish.

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