Blue Skies Cookbook

to every season

“To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven.�

Ecclesiastes 3: 1

to every season a cookbook for every season of your life

To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven: a a a a a a a a a a a a a a

time to be born and a time to die, time to plant and a time to uproot, time to kill and a time to heal, time to tear down and a time to build, time to weep and a time to laugh, time to mourn and a time to dance, time to scatter stones and a time to gather them, time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing, time to search and a time to give up, time to keep and a time to throw away, time to tear and a time to mend, time to be silent and a time to speak, time to love and a time to hate, time for war and a time for peace.

Ecclesiastes 3: 1 – 8

“To Every Season” Blue Skies Ministries 1000 Whitlock Avenue, P. O. Box 320 #234

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Table of Contents

Introduction

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There is a Season

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

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Soup, Chili and Stew

130

Salads, Sides and Veggies

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The Main Dish

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Sauces, Rubs and Marinades

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Perfect Endings

254

Blue Skies Family Favorites

308

Acknowledgements

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Index

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Board of Trustees Blue Skies Ministries Robin Burruss

Emily Morris

Ella Herlihy

Joyce Ramsey-Coleman

David Lowery

Marja Robinson

Melinda Mayton, RN, MSN

Alumni Board Claire Mazewski, MD

Paul Espy, MD

Steve Herlihy, CFP, CLU, ChFC Brad McLean Pastor, Blue Skies Ministries

David Meyer

Steve Moore

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Dedication

Lee, LS, S tacey and one of o u Savannah r many h Goe, eroic Blue Skies fam il ies!

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Introduction

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Introduction

To Every Season

that To Every Season

Mel inda and “the co urageo us kids” at th Inagural Blu e e Skies Retrea t, May 2010 .

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Blue Skies

is Blue Skies.

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UNTIL THEN...there

Foreword

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Sweet Sisters! rlie and Dakota, Cha Blue Skies! t a g in y a l p Addison

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There is a Season

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There is a Season

The Stork Stopped By:

Wedding Bells are Ringing – Let’s Have a Shower:

Baby It’s Cold Outside:

Welcome Neighbor:

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There is a Season Summer’s Here– Let’s Have a Picnic:

The Leaves are Falling – Time to Tailgate:

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Yum, yum! kies style!

S e lu B d e v r se r Dinne

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Blueberry Muffins 3 cups Bisquick 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups sour cream 3 eggs beaten 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla blueberries Raw sugar

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Peanut Butter Bars 4 cups Special K cereal 1 cup sugar 1 cup light corn syrup 1 1/2 cups creamy Peanut 1 16-20-ounce semisweet chocolate chips

What’s bette r to top off a meal than chocolate fo a untain???

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Brunswick Stew

for four hours.

4 large cans white meat chicken onions 8 cans creamed style corn 6 cans whole kernel corn chopped tomatoes 1 container (about

1 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon black pepper (Taste to check seasonings)

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

JalapeĂąo Corn Muffins 3 eggs well beaten 1 cup vegetable oil 2 cups sour cream 3 cans creamed corn 2 cans whole kernel corn (well drained) onions jalapeĂąo peppers sharp cheddar cheese meal

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Overnight BBQ chicken boneless chicken breasts

Large disposable steamer pan

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chicken cool (will take a couple of

Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Banana Pudding 4 large boxes Instant Jello Vanilla pudding Milk per pudding box 4 8-ounce containers Cool Whip

(save 2 containers of cool whip for

1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract 20 bananas sliced

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Tilapia Tacos 1 1/2 cups lime juice 1/4 cup honey seasoning

Thumbs up!

That was mmm mmm good!

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Cilantro-Lime Cole Slaw 1/2 cup lime juice 1/4 cup vinegar Zest 4-6 limes 3 tablespoons honey 1 chopped red pepper 1 bunch cilantro chopped 1 bunch green onions chopped

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Pasta Salad colored/shaped pasta drained pesto 1 16-ounce jar chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil, lightly drained onion, chopped 3 red, orange and yellow bell peppers, chopped 8 tablespoons Zesty Italian salad dressing 8 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon black pepper

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Strawberry Salad Strawberry Salad: extra light virgin olive oil) 1 cup sugar 1 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons salt Black pepper to taste 8 shakes Tabasco 6-8 green onions

Salad: Spinach

4 large containers strawberries, sliced cheese, crumbled

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Corn and Bean Salsa 8 tomatoes 4 sweet onions 8 cans black beans, rinsed and drained 8 cans Mexican corn, drained 2 bunches cilantro 2 cups vegetable oil 1 cup balsamic vinegar 8 packs Good Seasons Italian dressing mix

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Serves 30.

Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Broccoli Slaw 4 bags broccoli slaw mix 1 bunch green onion, chopped 3 packs Ramen noodles

seeds 1 cup sliced almonds 1 cup olive oil 2/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup red or white vinegar

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Luau Chicken 8 skinless boneless chicken breasts Sweet/Sour sauce strips 2 green peppers 1 large can pineapple chunks, drain 2 large sweet onions cut in small strips

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Lemonade Pie

lemonade concentrate sweetened condensed milk 36 ounces Cool Whip

Beach party at Blue Skies!

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Pimento Cheese cheddar cheese 1/2 8-ounce bar cream cheese 1 7-ounce jar pimentos, well drained jalapeĂąo peppers,

1/2 cup mayonnaise

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Chicken Salad 3 lbs. cooked chicken, lightly chopped 1 16-ounce can pineapple 1 cup chopped pecans 1 cup cranraisins dressing 1/4 cup mayonnaise or more depending on taste

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Ice Cream Pie 2 packs Oreos crushed 1 gallon ice cream, chocolate chip mint or

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Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Fondant 8 ounces miniature marshmallows (4 cups 16-ounce bag) 1 lb. powdered sugar

2 tablespoons water

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en’s art t is r K s.

M in t in to pa Matty learning Blue Skies. t a s p u o r g y it iv dren’s act class during chil lots of sweet e d a m y il m a f beach. He and his ed away ss a p y t t a M s. ie k er at Blue S memories togeth arch 13, 2011.

M n o er t la r less than a yea

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Kristen Larson

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Asian Chicken Fingers 4 large boneless chicken breasts 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro 2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon 5-spice powder 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper 2/3 cup water 2 tablespoons light soy sauce 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Avocado and Corn Salsa cut into 1/4th-inch dice juice 1/2 basket sweet grape tomatoes, cut each in 2 ears sweet white corn,

minced Kosher salt and pepper to taste

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Baba Ghannouj 1 eggplant 2-3 cloves garlic juice 2-3 tablespoons Tahini 3 tablespoons - 1/4 cup parsley, leaves only salt and pepper 8 pita bread rounds (cut into pizza-like slices and

temperature 1 red onion, sliced into thin strips bite size pieces

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Baked Gouda 1 wheel Gouda cheese, wrapped in wax 1 can crescent rolls 1/4 cup honey

wheel of cheese. (Start with short

4 apples

Open the foil so that the crescent

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Black Bean Cakes 2 cups dried black beans 2 tablespoons white pepper 2 tablespoons chopped garlic 2 cups Mojo criollo* 1 tablespoon salt 6 cups water 1 large green bell pepper, chopped 1 large red bell pepper, chopped 1 medium red onion, chopped 2 tablespoons ground cumin 2 tablespoons chili powder 2 cups plain bread crumbs 8 ounces spinach, rinsed, trimmed 3 thin slices red onion 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar cream, salsa and lime wedges.

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

BLT Wrap 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped 1 large head iceberg 16 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled Diced avocado, lightly tossed in lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper

Yo u’re never too old to m ake new frie Harvey, from nds! o ur Blue at Heart team, Hannah beca and me fast frien ds at Blue S kies!

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Blue Cheese Thumbprints 2 4-ounce packages crumbled blue cheese

3 tablespoons poppy seeds 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper 1/3 cup cherry preserves

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Brie with Cranberry-Pecan Filling ripe Brie cheese, chilled 1/4 cup chopped pecans 1/4 cup chopped dried sweetened cranberries 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Bruschetta Caprese with Crostini 1 16-ounce package marinated mozzarella balls 1 10-ounce package grape tomatoes

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Kosher salt / pepper

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Caramel Corn 2 cups brown sugar 1 cup margarine 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup white karo syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 8 - 9 quarts popcorn

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Cheese Ring 1 cup chopped pecans 4 cups sharp cheese, grated 1 small onion, chopped 1 cup mayonnaise Salt and red pepper to taste Strawberry jam

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pecans on top.

Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Cheese Straws 1 lb. extra sharp cheese,

2 cups White Lily 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Mo unt Paran Ch ristian School in sent a team of Marietta, GA students on thei r annual servic day to help us e get ready for th e retreats!

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Chicken Fingers with Sweet-Sour Sauce lightly crushed 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard 2 whole chicken breasts, skinned, halved, boned, cut crosswise into 1/2 inch pieces—OR—1 package chicken tenders

Sauce:

Sauce

cornstarch 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup cider vinegar 1/2 cup catsup 1/2 cup pineapple juice 2 dashes Tabasco 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

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sauce is transparent.

Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Chile Rellenos Appetizer 6 eggs, separated 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper, or to taste 1 can (4 -ounce) chilies, seeded and rinsed 1/2 lb. jack cheese, sliced

cover with cheese slices. Pour rest

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese 2 8-ounce packages 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate mini morsels 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup chopped toasted pecans

rageous girls Ansley, Ida and Monica... three cou e Skies and play battling caner get to connect at Blu at the beach together.

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Copper Pennies 2 lbs. carrots, sliced diagonally 1 onion, diced

pepper.

1 bell pepper, diced 2 or 3 jalapeĂąos, sliced thin Marinade 1 can tomato soup 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 3/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 cup salad oil 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Cowboy Caviar 1 can black eyed peas 1 can pinto beans, or any like (Use the tri-bean combo – kidney, pinto variety and color.)

1 can white corn 1 small can diced jalapeĂąos 1 small jar diced pimentos 1/2 cup white sugar 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/2 cup vegetable oil (no olive oil) 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Crab Cakes with Rémoulade Sauce 2 large eggs chopped parsley 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons mayonnaise juice Salt and pepper to taste 1 lb. lump crabmeat – drained and picked to remove shells breadcrumbs, more as needed dredging

Lemon wedges

See Sauces, Rubs and Marinades for rémoulade sauce.

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Cucumber Finger Sandwiches 1 8-ounce cream cheese, 2 teaspoons grated onion Mayonnaise 2 medium size cucumbers Paprika

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

French Bread Boat 1 cup mayonnaise 1 cup sour cream 1 can water chestnuts, chopped chopped 1 package Knorr’s vegetable soup mix French bread

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Fried Eggplant with Curry Dipping Sauce 1 large eggplant 3 eggs 1 teaspoon water dry bread crumbs salt and black pepper

Curry Dipping Sauce 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1 teaspoon curry powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon ginger 1/4 teaspoon paprika Few grains cayenne pepper Sea salt to taste

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for at least one hour.

Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Fruit and Nut Bars 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup chopped almonds 3/4 cup honey 2 3/4 cups rolled oats 1/2 cup dried cranberries

stove on low heat to the consistency of thin syrup.

3/4 cup dried, chopped apples 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup sliced dates (about 10 medium-sized) 1 teaspoon cinnamon parchment paper

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Fruit Salsa 1 pineapple 1 package strawberries 1 banana 2 kiwi 1 Granny Smith apple Cinnamon sugar pita chips

as Pediatric Cancer Awareness Governor Deal proclaims September ilies (the Tuckers, the Beckhams Month! Three of our Blue Skies fam of the proclamation along and the Lewis’) attended the signing and the Blue Skies Staff. What with several of our Board members an exciting moment for us!

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Garlic Pizza Diamonds Pizza Dough: 1 cup warm water yeast 2 1/2 - 3 cups All-Purpose 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt

over it.

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Garlic Pizza Diamonds 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon corn meal 1 – 2 large Elephant garlic cloves 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1/2 - 1 teaspoon red

pieces.

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Goat Cheese and Sundried Tomato Spread

1/2 cup Sundried tomatoes (not in oil) 1/2 cup Kalamata olives 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup Olive Oil

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Grilled Zucchini Roll-Ups 3 small zucchini, cut thick slices 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste ground black pepper— more to taste cheese 1 tablespoon chopped

lemon juice 2 ounces bagged baby spinach, 2 cups lightly packed 1/3 cup basil leaves

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Guacamole 1 large, ripe avocado 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup hot salsa 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Dash Tabasco sauce

Marja and Rachel chilli n’ on the bea ch.

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Holiday Spicy Pecans 1 lb. pecan halves (or walnuts) 1/4 teaspoon celery salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt ground red pepper to taste salt and white pepper to taste

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Hot Onion Dip 3 large Vidalia onions, chopped onions) 2-3 cups shredded cheese (Swiss tastes great, but most any kind will work.)

2 8-ounce bars cream 1 cup mayonnaise

Fritos.

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Hummus 2 cups canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained, liquid reserved 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup Tahini (sesame paste) squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons) 2 tablespoons water or 8 dashes Tabasco sauce

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Parmesan Croutons 1/4 cup good olive oil, basil or garlic Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Parmesan cheese (3-ounces)

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Parmesan Puffs 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup whole milk

1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon minced garlic 4 large eggs 3/4 cup grated highquality Parmesan cheese

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cheese.

Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Pepper Jelly 2 cups red bell peppers peppers 6 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups vinegar (5%)

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Pineapple Cheese Ball 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese 1/2 cup green peppers, 2 tablespoons onions, 1 can crushed pineapple, drained 1 tablespoon seasoned salt 1 cup pecans, chopped and toasted

ck. utches hold her ba cr r he ts le r ve ne Julia Bring on the fun!

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Pulled-Pork Sliders 4 – 5 lb. pork shoulder 2 Vidalia onions 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon lemon pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 quart Simply Apple juice Barbeque sauce – purchased or homemade Dinner-sized potato rolls 1/2 head cabbage

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Red Pepper Hummus 1 15-ounce can navy beans, rinsed and drained 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers, drained and chopped 1/3 cup Tahini juice 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped

toasted sesame seeds, chopped green onions

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Shrimp Spread 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

Serve with Triscuit crackers.

Shrimp 1 lemon

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Simply the Best Salsa 1 28-ounce can tomatoes 2 medium onions, chopped 1/2 green pepper, chopped 2 cloves garlic minced (best to use 2-3 tablespoons minced garlic in a jar) 1 can green chilies, chopped 2 jalapeĂąos, chopped

cilantro 1 tablespoon cumin 2 teaspoons oregano 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1/2 pepper 2 dashes cayenne pepper 2 teaspoons salt

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Spicy Ginger Chicken in Lettuce Cups 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon grated, 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 garlic clove, crushed with press 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 lb. chicken tenders, cut into small pieces 2 medium stalks celery, chopped 1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts, chopped 1/2 cup lightly salted peanuts, chopped 8 to 12 large Boston

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Stuffed Mushrooms 12 – 18 large mushrooms, remove stems and save 1/2 lb. Italian sausage

2 cloves garlic, minced Chopped mushroom stems 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup bread crumbs 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 beaten egg 1/2 cup Jack cheese, grated wine or lemon juice

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Drain excess oil.

Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Sugared Pecans 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/3 cup water 2 or 3 cups pecan halves

allow to cool.

Brian aka “Sup erman” and his mom, Andrea, for a quick pose stop before the pool p and his mom a arty starts. B rian ttended Fall ’1 0 where they m and wonderful ade sweet memories togeth er. This wo uld last time Brian be the wo uld see the be ach or take a v with his mom. acation He was admitte d to the hospit after he got ho a l just me and passed away early 20 11. We

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Sun-Dried Tomato Dip 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup mayonnaise 10 dashes Tabasco sauce 1 teaspoon kosher salt ground black pepper 2 scallions, thinly sliced

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Tabbouleh 1 cup boiling water 1 cup bulgar wheat 2-3 tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced 1 green, red or yellow pepper, diced 1 cucumber, peeled and diced 1-2 stalks celery, diced 4 radishes, diced 2 cups parsley, torn into small pieces into small pieces 3/4 cup chopped green onions 1/2 cup lemon juice salt to taste

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Tex-Mex Corn 1 8-ounce bar cream cheese,room temperature margarine 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese or cheddar cheese 3 16-ounce cans white corn 1/4 tablespoon cumin 4 chopped green onions chopped jalapeno peppers to taste 1/2 cup sour cream

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Dipping Sauce 2 1/2 lbs. boneless chicken breasts Marinade:

hours.

6 cloves garlic, chopped 4 teaspoons coriander 4 teaspoons light brown sugar 1 tablespoon black pepper 2 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup light soy sauce chopped 2 tablespoons lime juice 6 tablespoons oil Peanut Dipping Sauce: 1/4 cup chunky peanut 3 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons light soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon dark sesame oil 1 teaspoon Asian hot chili sauce 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Thai Style Pizza 1 recipe Basic Pizza Dough 1 carrot 4 green onions

3 boneless chicken breasts Peanut oil dough chicken 6 ounces grated mozzarella cheese 4 ounces grated Swiss cheese 1 cup bean sprouts 1/2 cup chopped peanuts Crushed red pepper, to taste

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Warm Brie with Fruit 1/4 cup chopped pecans 2 teaspoons sugar 15 ounces round Brie cheese 1 tablespoon chopped Assorted greens Sliced apples, pears, seedless grapes

or crackers.

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Berry Berry Smoothie raspberries strawberries 1/2 small banana 1/4 cup apple juice 1/4 cup cranberry juice

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Fiesta Punch 1/3 cup cane sugar 1 1/2 cups water

juice juice

The Herlihys lo ve Blue Skies a nd we love them !

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Frozen Hot Chocolate chocolates 2 teaspoons hot chocolate mix 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 cups milk 3 cups ice Whipped cream Chocolate shavings

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Fruited Mint Tea 3 cups boiling water 4 small tea bags 1 cup sugar

Serve over ice.

1/4 cup lemon juice 5 cups water 1 cup orange juice

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Fruit Sherbet Punch 2 cups orange juice 2 cups canned pineapple juice 2 cups lime juice 2 quarts ginger ale 1 quart orange or lime sherbet Mint sprigs Orange slices

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Hot Buttered Rum 1 quart vanilla ice cream 1 lb. brown sugar 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon cinnamon

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Hot Spiced Cider 1 quart apple cider 1 quart cranberry juice 1 tablespoon whole cloves 1 tablespoon whole allspice 1/3 cup brown sugar

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Orange Blossom Cooler juice 3 quarts ginger ale 1/2 gallon pineapple sherbet

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Peach and Pear Smoothie 1/3 cup canned pears pineapple concentrate 1 teaspoon ginger juice 3 tablespoons organic grape juice

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Pomatini 3 cups white grape juice 3/4 cup pomegranate juice

pitcher.

juiced

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Raspberry Lemonade 1 cup sugar 2 cups water, divided

(about 13 lemons) 16 ounces sparkling water, chilled

pitcher.

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Russian Tea Mix 2 cups Tang 1 cup instant tea

cup of hot water.

1 large package lemonade mix 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon cloves

David and Joh nny, o ur faith ful friends, alw ays ready to help!

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Spiced Tea 2 cups sugar 1/2 cup lemon juice 2 cups orange juice 3 tablespoons instant tea 2 tablespoons vanilla 2 teaspoons almond extract

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Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Spicy Tomato Juice 1 tablespoon horseradish 1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning 2 teaspoons celery seed white vinegar lemon juice Pinch black pepper 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 4 cups low-sodium tomato juice

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ng an Shawn and Matthew enjoyi the beach at on es rs ho ng di ri n oo rn te af Blue Skies.

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Shawn Morse

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Applesauce Muffins 2 cups sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 lb. can applesauce 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon allspice 1 teaspoon ground cloves

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Asparagus and Mushroom Frittata 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1 (4-ounce) package preblend 1 1/2 cups asparagus (the thin kind) 2 large eggs 3 large egg whites 2 tablespoons chopped dried chives 2 tablespoons chopped 1/4 teaspoon salt ground black pepper 1/2 cup shredded Pecorino Romano cheese, divided

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Biscotti 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup unsalted melted 3 tablespoons brandy 1 teaspoon each vanilla and almond extract 1 cup coarsely chopped almonds, blanched and roasted 3 eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Biscuits 2 cups White Lily

spray.

1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup Crisco shortening 2/3 to 3/4 cups milk

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Breakfast Sandwich Cooking spray 4 ounces thinly sliced deli ham 4 large eggs and toasted cheese

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Cheese Blintz 2 loaves unsliced white bread cheese 2 beaten egg yolks 1 1/2 cups sugar, divided

extract.

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

roll up like a jelly roll.

1/4 cup cinnamon

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Coffee Cake 2 cups sugar 2 eggs 1 cup sour cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla All- Purpose 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt

out clean.

Topping 1 cup pecans 1 teaspoon cinnamon 4 teaspoons sugar

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Corn Muffins 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 6 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt

3 tablespoons unsalted cooled 3 tablespoons corn oil (I used olive oil since it was handy) 1 large egg 1 large egg yolk 1 cup corn kernels (add or canned (in which case they should be drained

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Cowboy Scramble 8 eggs, beaten 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese onion

2 jalapeĂąo peppers, chopped

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Cream Cheese Danish 2 cans crescent rolls 2 16-ounce cream cheese 1 cup sugar 1 egg, separated 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 cup sugar Cinnamon

Mel inda joins the stage with the stars of the show!

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Eggs Benedict with Fried Green Tomatoes Fried Green Tomatoes:

1/3 cup sugar 1/4 cup salt 1 tablespoon ground black pepper 2 large eggs 4 cups whole milk 6 to 7 large green tomatoes Hollandaise Sauce: 3 egg yolks, at room temperature 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon hot water 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon prepared mustard Eggs Benedict: Fried green tomato Poached eggs Hollandaise Sauce Paprika

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Eggs Ortega 16 slices white bread with crusts removed margarine 2 lbs. cheddar cheese 1 lb. Jimmy Dean sausage, regular or hot 4 ounce can Ortega green chilies, drained 6 eggs 1 cup milk

all.

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English Scones

2 ounces sugar 1/2 cranberries, currants or raisins

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Fruit Scones 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt

2 extra large eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/3 cup dried cranberry (cherry, strawberry, or 1 egg beaten with 2 tablespoons water sprinkling

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Hot Tomato Grits 2 bacon slices, chopped 2 14 1/2-ounce cans chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup quick cooking grits 2 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped 2 tablespoons canned chopped green chilies 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Garnishes: chopped tomato, cooked and crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese

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Macadamia Nut French Toast cut into one inch thick slices 4 eggs 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 2/3 cup orange juice 1/3 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Mexican Cornbread cornmeal (Martha White

1/4 cup sugar 3 eggs 1 can creamed corn 1 medium onion 2 cups jalapeĂąo cheese 3/4 cup canola oil

mp Blue Scoop, our ca e Th of or it ed ) er nt Kayla (front and ce r staff. paper, poses with he

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Pecan Spirals 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 beaten egg 1/2 cup milk

chopped pecans 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1 cup powdered sugar 4 to 5 teaspoons milk

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Popovers 2 eggs 1 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon salt

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Pumpkin Bread 3 cups sugar 1 cup oil 4 eggs

Makes 3 loaves.

1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon nutmeg 2/3 cup water 2 cups pumpkin 2 teaspoons soda

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Pumpkin Waffles 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose 4 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon each ground allspice and ginger 1/2 teaspoon salt brown sugar 1 cup canned pumpkin 2 cups milk 4 eggs, separated Maple syrup

1/2 cup walnuts, chopped 1/2 teaspoon orange peel, grated

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Raspberry-Almond Muffins 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 2 1/2 tablespoons almond paste 2 large eggs

1/2 cup Greek yogurt) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract juice

a whisk. Make a well in center of

1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt raspberries 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar or granulated sugar

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Breakfast, Brunch and Bread

Sausage Gravy 1 lb. sausage

Black pepper to taste

ded by teams..... vi di er nc ca by ed LS and Nick bond !

Dawgs vs. Jackets!

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Sausage Pinwheels 2 cups White Lily

spray.

1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup Crisco shortening 2/3 to 3/4 cups milk 1 lb. sausage

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Shrimp and Grits For the grits: 1 cup white grits 4 1/2 cups water, plus more as needed 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt 4 tablespoons unsalted temperature 2/3 cup shredded mediumsharp cheddar cheese 1/3 cup grated ParmigianoReggiano cheese Freshly ground pepper, to taste 1 teaspoon Tabasco For the shrimp: 1 1/2 lb. large shrimp, peeled and de veined pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons All-Purpose 6 bacon slices, cut into 1/22 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup sliced green onions, white and light green 2 plum tomatoes, diced 1/3 cup chicken stock juice 1 1/2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce

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Shrimp and Grits Casserole 2 lbs. medium shrimp, peeled and de veined Pick a’ Pepper Sauce Salt 6 ounce Andouille sausage crumbled or cut bite size pieces 1 tablespoon vegetable oil yellow onion bell pepper green bell pepper 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, or canned, low-sodium chicken stock 1/4 cup heavy cream chopped green onions 2 tablespoons minced parsley 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated Grits: 6 cups somewhat diluted chicken broth (or water) Salt to taste 1 1/2 cups quick cooking instant!)

2 cups milk 1/2 cup heavy cream Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Sweet Potato Muffins 1 1/4 cups sugar 2 eggs 1 1/4 cups canned sweet potatoes mashed 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1 cup milk 1/4 cup pecans or walnuts, chopped 1/2 cup raisins, chopped

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Whole-Wheat Blueberry Pancakes 3 large eggs 2 cups milk 1/4 cup honey

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2 1/2 cups whole wheat 5 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons ground coriander 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon nutmeg

Serves 10.

1/4 teaspoon salt

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Zucchini Bread 3 eggs, well beaten 1 cup oil 2 cups sugar 3 teaspoons vanilla 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1 tablespoon cinnamon 2 cups grated zucchini 1 cup chopped pecans

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Zucchini Brunch Pie 4 cups sliced zucchini 1 cup chopped onion 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese parsley or 2 tablespoons 1/2 teaspoon salt

Cover loosely with foil to prevent

1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 1 tube (8 ounces) rolls 2 teaspoons prepared mustard

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Asparagus Soup 1 leek 1 1/2 large bunches asparagus 3 cans chicken broth 1 can water

for 2 hours.

taste.

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Bacon-Corn Chowder with Shrimp 6 slices bacon, chopped 1 cup chopped onion 1 teaspoon chopped 1 garlic clove, minced

2 cups chicken broth 3/4 lb. peeled medium shrimp Pepper and salt to taste

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Butternut Squash Soup seeded 1/2 cup diced onions 2 tablespoons diced carrots 2 tablespoons diced celery 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil Pinch ground cloves Pinch ground nutmeg Pinch cinnamon Pinch ground ginger 1 teaspoon curry powder 5 cups vegetable stock 1/4 cup apple juice 2 tablespoons honey juice 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1 tablespoon cornstarch

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Cheddar Corn Chowder 8 ounces bacon, chopped 1/4 cup good olive oil 6 cups chopped yellow onions (4 large onions) 4 tablespoons unsalted

2 teaspoons kosher salt

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ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 12 cups chick stock 6 cups medium-diced white Yukon gold potatoes unpeeled (2 lbs) kernels, (3 lbs) 12 lb. sharp white cheddar cheese, grated

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Cheese Soup 1/4 cup minced onion 4 cups hot chicken broth 1 1/2 cups heavy cream

Worcestershire.

1 16-ounce jar Cheez Whiz 1 tablespoon Worcestershire

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Chicken Cheese Soup chopped 1 cup grated carrots 2 cups chicken stock 2 cups milk 2 chicken breasts, cooked and cubed 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds Salt/pepper to taste 2 cups grated, mild cheddar cheese

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Chicken Noodle Soup 1 chicken – 3 1/2 to 4 lbs stewing hen 1 onion, sliced 6 celery ribs, with leaves 2 whole carrots 6 sprigs parsley 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon pepper 3 quarts water

add 1 carrot, sliced thin on a diagonal

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Chicken and Potato Chowder 3/4 cup celery 3/4 cup onion 4 chicken breasts, cooked and chopped 1 3/4 cups milk

of corn.

soup 2 cans corn, drained 2 cans sliced potatoes, drained 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

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Chili 1 small yellow onion 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 large green bell pepper, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil round) 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon red pepper 1 teaspoon sugar 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes 1 8 -ounce can tomato sauce and 8 ounces water Kidney beans, one large can drained

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Cream of Broccoli (or Spinach) Soup 1/2 onion diced 1 bunch broccoli chopped or 2 10-ounce 3 cups chicken stock 1 teaspoon tarragon 1/4 teaspoon celery salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Cream of Tomato Soup 3 large tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped Vidalia onion 1/2 teaspoon white sugar Salt to taste Ground black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons

Serve hot.

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Crock Pot Chili 1/2 lb. dry pinto beans 2 large cans tomatoes 2 lbs. coarsely ground chuck. Brown meat, add to crock pot.

2 medium onions, coarsely chopped

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1 green pepper, coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder or 2 dried, crushed chili peppers and 1 powder 1 1/2 tablespoons salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon cumin

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Hearty Italian Soup 1 lb. mild Italian Sausage, sliced 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes 2 8-ounce cans tomato sauce 2 cans chicken broth 1 8-ounce can water 1 teaspoon garlic salt (I used chopped garlic and added it to the onion step above) 1/2 teaspoon pepper 3/4 cup elbow macaroni noodle

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Miso Soup 4 cups water 2 tablespoons soy bean paste 1 tablespoon hondashi 4 tablespoons scallions shrimp,small cubes 4 mushrooms, sliced

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Mushroom Soup 3/4 lb. mushrooms, chopped coarsely 5 1/2 cups or 3 cans chicken stock

1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup heavy cream White pepper to taste

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Tomato Basil Soup cored, peeled, and chopped (8-10) or 4 cups canned whole tomatoes, crushed

in saucepan.

4 cups tomato juice (or part vegetable or part chicken stock) 12 -14 basil leaves, 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 lb. sweet unsalted Salt 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper

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Tortellini Soup 4 cans chicken broth chicken, diced (season with oregano or Italian seasoning)

chicken.

tortellini leaves (or to taste)

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Tortilla Soup 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium jalapeĂąo pepper, chopped 1/2 bell pepper, chopped 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup water 2 teaspoons cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 4 14-ounce cans chicken broth diced tomatoes 2 8-ounce cans tomato sauce

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White Chili 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium onions, chopped 2 4-ounce cans mild chilies 4 cloves garlic 2 teaspoons cumin 1/4 teaspoon cloves 1 teaspoon oregano 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 6 cans great Northern White beans, drained 1 can chicken broth 2 lbs. chicken, cooked and cubed 1 cup Monterrey jack cheese, shredded Toppings: Monterrey jack cheese, shredded Salsa Guacamole

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Soup, Chili and Stew

Vegetable Soup broth 4 16-ounce cans diced tomatoes 1 sweet onion chopped 2 carrots chopped 3 potatoes chopped okra

1 cup chopped cabbage Salt and pepper to taste

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

7-Up Salad 1/4 lb. marshmallows lime Jello cream cheese – room temperature 1 can crushed pineapple

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1905 Salad 2 ripe tomatoes, diced 1/2 cup swiss cheese, julienned 1/2 cup ham, julienned 1/4 cup green Spanish 2 teaspoons grated Romano cheese 1/8 cup white wine vinegar 1/2 cup EVOO 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon oregano 2 teaspoons lemon juice

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Apricot Chicken Salad 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1/4 cup mayonnaise 3 tablespoons apricot preserves ginger 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 cup toasted almonds or pecans 3 cups chopped, cooked chicken 3/4 cup chopped celery 1 8-ounce package dried apricots, chopped (Use Blenheim apricots—not the Turkish apricots.)

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Artichoke Parmesan Sourdough Stuffing 1 lb. mushrooms, rinsed, ends trimmed, and sliced 2 onions, chopped 1 cup chopped celery 2 tablespoons minced garlic About 2 cups reducedsodium chicken broth cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2 6-ounce jars, hearts, drained and chopped Parmesan cheese 1 1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning 1 1/2 tablespoons leaves or 3/4 teaspoon. crumbled dried rosemary black pepper 1 large egg

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Asparagus, Mushroom and Goat Cheese Salad 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil lemons (1/4 cup) Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 1/4 teaspoon sea salt ground black pepper For salad: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 4 ounces porcini or cremini mushrooms (or and cut into slices lemon (2 tablespoons) Sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 – 10 thick asparagus spears, cut diagonally 2 ounces baby spinach or arugula (can use a combo 2 ounces goat cheese

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Black Bean Salad with Mangos 3 cups canned black beans, rinsed, drained 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 ripe mangoes, peeled chopped 1 red onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon chili powder 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled, de veined Salt and pepper to taste

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Broccoli Salad 1 large broccoli (1 1/2 lbs) 10 slices bacon 5 green onions 1/2 cup raisins 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons vinegar 1/4 cup sugar

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Butternut Squash Risotto peeled, seeded and cut into 1 inch cubes 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups white wine 2 cups dry white vermouth 3-6 cups chicken stock (simmering) 3 large shallots, chopped 1 1/2 cups Arborio, Carnaroli or Vialone Nano rice

1 tablespoon olive oil 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Cabbage Crunch Salad chopped 2 packages chicken or (crunch the noodles) 2 tablespoons sesame seeds 1/2 cup slivered almonds Dressing: 2 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons cider vinegar ramen 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup oil

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Chilled Strawberry Soup 1 1/2 cups water 1/2 cup sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice strawberries 1/2 cup whipping cream, whipped 1/4 cup sour cream

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Chinese Chicken Salad Dressing: 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon pepper 4 tablespoons sugar 6 tablespoons rice vinegar 1/2 cup salad oil Salad: thinly sliced 2 or 3 green onions, chopped 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted 1/4 cup sliced almonds or peanuts 2 chicken breasts, cooked and chopped

in hot oil

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Corn Casserole corn, drained

1 egg

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Crab Salad

1/4 cup diced green onions 1 cup diced celery 1/4 cup chopped water chestnuts 20 ounces crushed pineapple, well drained 1/2 cup pine nuts or pecans Dressing: 1 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream 1/2 teaspoon curry powder (or more or less, to taste) 2 tablespoons currants 2 tablespoons chutney, such as Major Grey’s

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Curried Chicken Salad Sandwich 20 whole black peppercorns 2 bay leaves 2 whole cloves 1/2 lemon 3 lbs. medium chicken tenders 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard 1/2 cup honey 1 1/4 teaspoons curry powder 3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper 1/8 teaspoon salt

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rich egg bread, cut into 12 thick slices 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup slivered almonds 2 medium tomatoes, chopped 1 bag, about 5 -ounces salad greens

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Cucumbers Marinated 4 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced 1/2 cup vinegar 1/4 cup cold water 2 tablespoons chopped dill 3 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt Dash pepper

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Cucumbers with Mint Vinaigrette 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup rice vinegar chopped 1/2 teaspoon crushed red 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced,about 4 cups

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Edamame Quinoa Salad 2 cups water 1 cup quinoa, rinsed in drained 3/4 cup Annie’s Naturals Asian Sesame Dressing 1/2 cup shelled edamame 1/3 cup EACH: cucumber 2 tablespoons Wel-Pac Pickled Ginger, or to taste 1/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted

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Fried Okra tomatoes) 2 cups Martha White cornmeal Vegetable oil Salt/pepper to taste

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Fried Plaintains 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 plantain, sliced,can be ripe or not-the more ripe, the more sweet 3 cups cold water Salt to taste

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Fried Rice 3 cups cooked rice, white or brown 6 strips bacon,sliced into 1 sweet onion, chopped 2 eggs, scramble and cook separately 1 tablespoon Italian 1/2 cup green peas 1+ tablespoon soy sauce 2 green onions, sliced thin diagonally

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

German Potato Salad brown potato cubes bacon 4 medium onions, chopped 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup white vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar Salt and pepper to taste

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Ginger Fried Rice 1/2 cup peanut oil 2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons minced ginger

spoon, transfer to paper towels

Salt 2 cups thinly sliced leeks, white and light green parts only, rinsed and dried 4 cups day-old cooked rice 4 large eggs 2 teaspoons sesame oil 4 teaspoons soy sauce

Serves 4.

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Greek Salad 2 large head romaine Tomatoes, cubed or cut into wedges Kalamata olives, sliced lengthwise Pepperoncini peppers, sliced Feta cheese, crumbled Greek Salad Dressing: 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano leaves 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic clove 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice 1 1/2 cups olive oil

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Green Bean Bundles 15 - 16 strips bacon 3 15-ounce cans whole green beans 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 2 - 3 dashes soy sauce

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Grilled Yams with Greens 2 lbs. jewel or garnet yams 3 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided Salt and pepper to taste 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Freshly ground salt and pepper to taste Mixed baby greens, including arugula 1/2 cup dried cherries 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pistachio nuts

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Homemade Mashed Potatoes potatoes amount

saucepan 3 or more tablespoons Freshly ground white pepper to taste

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Hood River Salad chopped 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted and then crumble 1 avocado, sliced 1/2 cup golden raisins Salt and pepper to taste Dressing: 1/4 cup salad oil 3 tablespoons catsup 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon sugar

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Hot Chicken Salad 4 cups chicken, diced and cooked celery 1/2 cup slivered almonds 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup mayonnaise 4 tablespoons lemon juice soup 1 - 2 cups grated cheese 1 1/4 cups crushed potato chips

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Macaroni and Cheese 2 cups dry small elbow macaroni Salt 1 1/2 cups milk 1 egg Pepper to taste

pepper.

grated Cracker crumbs

not runny.

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Mushroom Risotto 3 large shallots, chopped or 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 8 ounces Portobello or shiitake mushrooms with stems, sliced mushrooms with stems, sliced 1 cup white wine 1 1/2 cups Arborio, Carnaroli or Vialone Nano rice 1 tablespoon olive oil 3-6 cups chicken stock, simmering 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese or goat cheese Salt and pepper to taste

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Parsley-Herb Rice with Cranberries 2 2/3 cups water 1 1/3 cups uncooked long grain or regular brown rice 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil, crushed, or 2 tablespoons snipped 3/4 teaspoon salt or 1 tablespoon instant chicken bouillon granules 1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/2 cup walnut pieces

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Pasta with Sundried Tomatoes 2 large garlic cloves, minced onion 2 tablespoons olive oil 2/3 cup chopped, drained, sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil (about 1/4 lb.)

1/2 cup chicken broth Kalamata or other brinecured black olives Italian parsley

Serves 2.

1/2 lb. medium-sized pasta shells 3-ounces mild goat cheese such as Montrachet, crumbled, sprinkling over the pasta.

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Pink Clouds 1 12-ounce Cool Whip 1 8-ounce sour cream 1 large can crushed pineapple, drained strawberries 1 cup chopped pecans 1/2 bag mini marshmallows

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Potato Casserole potatoes melted 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Dash Tabasco soup 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 pint sour cream 10 ounces cheddar cheese, grated crumbled

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Potato Salad 8 red potatoes 2 large dill pickles, diced 2 hard-boiled eggs, diced 2 – 3 stalks celery,diced

Dressing: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon mustard 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon dill 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Roasted Beet, Pistachio, and Pear Salad 2 beets (about 3/4 lb.), may use sliced pickled beets, drain and pat dry 1 cup diced Asian pear 1/4 cup diced celery 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios lemon juice 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

pepper

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Pine Nuts 6 large red bell peppers, halved, seeded 6 large yellow bell peppers, halved, seeded 6 large orange bell peppers, halved, seeded 6-8 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

sprinkle with pine nuts.

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Samurai Salad 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoon sesame oil 6-8 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1/2 crushed red pepper 1/2 teaspoon Chinese 5-spice 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper shredded cabbage, broccoli and carrots (equal to 1 head cabbage) 6 green onions, chopped 2 packages uncooked ramen noodles, broken (Discard spice packet) 1 granny smith apple, chopped 3/4 cup toasted slivered almonds 1/2 cup toasted sesame seeds 4-6 grilled, boneless chicken breasts chopped and marinated in teriyaki sauce

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Smashed Sweet Potatoes 1/2 cup coconut milk 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/4 teaspoon red pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar 3 sliced sweet potatoes 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Strawberry Spinach Chicken Salad Salad: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped 1/2 cup slivered almonds 2 tablespoons sugar 1 large bag baby spinach 2 cup strawberries, chopped Dressing: 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons minced green onion 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 cup raspberry vinegar 1/2 cup salad oil

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Stuffed Vegetables cleaned and stemmed 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature hearts, drained and chopped (about 1 1/2 cups) 1/2 cup minced scallions 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans black pepper to taste tomatoes (or 2 large zucchini or summer squash, about 7 inches in length)

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Sweet Potato Casserole 3 cups cooked, mashed sweet potatoes 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs beaten

casserole.

1/2 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla Topping: 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 cup chopped pecans

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Tomato Tart 1 head elephant garlic 3 tablespoons olive oil Pate Brisee grated red and yellow tomatoes, cored and sliced 1/4 inch thick Coarse salt and ground pepper Pate Brisee: 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon sugar

1/4 cup ice water

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Traditional Dressing 2 eggs cornmeal mix 2 cups milk 1/2 cup vegetable oil

thickness.

1 1/2 cups minced onions 1 1/2 cups minced celery 4 eggs

pepper.

6 cups poultry broth 2 tablespoons sage,or more depending on taste 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning Salt and pepper to taste

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Wild Mushroom and Sausage Dressing 3 cups low sodium chicken broth 2 ounces dried wild mushrooms 1 lb. herbs de Provence

4 tablespoons unsalted 1 yellow onion, diced 3 celery ribs, diced 1 1/2 cups prepared French chestnuts, halved Italian sausage, casing removed 3 tablespoons parsley Salt Fresh ground pepper

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Salads, Sides and Veggies

Winter White Salad 1 small head escarole, torn into 1 1/2 inch pieces 2 Belgian endive leaves, separated 2 celery stalks, cut on a sharp diagonal into thin slices 1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1/4 extra-virgin olive oil 1 granny smith or pippin apple, halved, cored and thinly sliced 1/2 cup pecans, toasted 1/3 cup shaved Parmesan cheese black pepper to taste

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The Main Dish

Asian Lime Ribs 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons black pepper 1 tablespoon ground cloves 1 tablespoon ground coriander 3 tablespoons ginger, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons garlic, coarsely chopped 3/4 cup rice vinegar 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1/2 cup ketchup cilantro 1w/3 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil 1 tablespoon crushed red

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The Main Dish

Asparagus Chicken Roulades 4 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 lemon 3 ounces goat cheese 1/2 cup loosely packed chopped 3/4 lb. thin asparagus, trimmed Toothpicks 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup chicken broth Lemon wedges

secure with toothpicks. Sprinkle chicken

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The Main Dish

Beef Filet with Marsala Sauce Extra Virgin Olive Oil Kosher salt and pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon Marsala Sauce:

diced 2 tablespoons minced shallots 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1/2 cup marsala wine 1 cup chicken stock 2 teaspoons corn starch 2 tablespoons heavy cream

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The Main Dish

Cajun Chicken and Linguine 1 lb. linguine or 2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 lb. chicken tenders, each cut lengthwise in 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning 1 large onion, sliced

Transfer chicken to plate.

1 large green pepper, sliced 1 8-ounce package sliced mushrooms 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup heavy or whipping cream

occasionally.

2 medium tomatoes, chopped 1 cup loosely packed

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The Main Dish

Chicken and Broccoli Casserole 8 boneless chicken breasts

stalk, whole carrot, 2 teaspoons

soup 1 cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons curry powder 2 cups cheddar cheese broccoli

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Mayonnaise

The Main Dish

Chicken Enchilada Verde 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or 3/4 tenders 2 cups water green chile sauce green chile sauce green chiles, drained verde, green 2 cups shredded Monterrey jack cheese 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese 1 cup diced yellow onions Salt and white pepper to taste

Sour cream Black olives

hot sauce.

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The Main Dish

Chicken Pot Pie 3 cups cooked and chopped chicken breasts mushroom soup soup chopped 1 small jar pimentos peas and carrots 2 cups chicken broth 1 Pillsbury pie crust

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The Main Dish

Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry 3 whole, large chicken breasts, 6 halves

chunks. Mix chicken, cornstarch, soy

1 tablespoon cornstarch 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons dry sherry 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper Salt to taste

Serve with rice.

3 zucchini 16 ounces package snow snow peas 1 lb. mushrooms 1/2 cup oil

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The Main Dish

Chicken Supreme 12 chicken breast halves, boneless and skinless 2 cups sour cream 1/4 cup lemon juice 4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon celery salt 2 teaspoons paprika 4 cloves garlic 4 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 3/4 cups bread crumbs

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The Main Dish

Chile Rellenos 6 eggs, separated 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper, or to taste green chilies, seeded and rinsed

then cover with cheese slices. Pour

1/2 lb. mild cheddar or jack cheese, sliced green chile salsa or hot Mexican tomato sauce,

Serves 4.

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The Main Dish

Dungeness Crab 1 whole Dungeness crab, cleaned and cracked, rinse thoroughly in colander 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 2 teaspoons minced Italian parsley

1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon salt Linguini pasta

1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Cracked pepper

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pot.

The Main Dish

Country Fried Steak 1 3/4 lbs. cube steak

1 onion, chopped 1 package onion soup mix 1 package brown gravy mix or 1/4 cup brown gravy mix-add 1/4 cup warm water to mix 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

4-6 cups white rice, cooked in chicken broth

white rice.

Serves 4.

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The Main Dish

Filet Mignon with Mushroom Sauce broth 1/4 cup water 2 teaspoons All-Purpose 3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard minced garlic 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper Cooking spray tenderloin steaks 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup sweet Marsala wine

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heat.

The Main Dish

Filet of Beef Bourguignon trimmed Kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 3-4 tablespoons good olive oil 1/4 lb. Bacon, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 1/2 cups good dry red wine, burgundy or

1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/2 lb. pearl onions, peeled 8-10 carrots, cut diagonally into 1-inch thick slices 3 tablespoons unsalted temperature 2 tablespoons 1/2 lb. mushrooms, sliced 1/4-inch thick

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The Main Dish

Fish Tostadas with Chili Lime Cream 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1 lime, halved 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 8 6-inch tostado shells 2 cups shredded cabbage mix 1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled, and sliced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered

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Serves 4.

The Main Dish

Grilled Chicken Enchiladas 16 Roma tomatoes, quartered 1 medium onion, sliced 6 cloves garlic 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon sea salt ground black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons water 4 skinless chicken breast halves, boned and 8 small whole-wheat 6-inches diameter 8 ounces grated cheddar cheese 1/2 cup diced green chilies

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The Main Dish

Halibut with Mango Salsa

Limes Mango Salsa:

seeded or 1/2 red bell pepper

or so.

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The Main Dish

Lasagna with Meat Sauce 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 lbs. ground round 1 chopped onion 2 cloves chopped garlic 1 tablespoon parsley 1 teaspoon rosemary 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper 1/2 teaspoon red pepper 2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon oregano

with saran wrap.

2 cans tomato sauce 3/4 cup water 2 eggs, beaten 2 lbs. mozzarella cheese, grated 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese,shredded

Repeat.

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The Main Dish

Lemon-Garlic Shrimp 2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons sugar 2 – 2 1/2 lbs. peeled, de veined shrimp, rinsed and drained (get Wild, not Farmed) 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 2 or 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced ground pepper

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Margarita Shrimp Tacos 1 1/2 lbs. shrimp, raw peeled and de veined shrimp 1/2 cup tequila 1/2 cup lime juice 1 teaspoon salt 1 or 2 garlic clove, minced 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoon cilantro, chopped inches) needed Black bean and corn relish* as desired Black Bean and Corn Relish: 1 15-ounce can black beans 1 10-ounce can corn kernels 1/2 cup red onion, chopped 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons lime juice 1/4 teaspoon cumin, ground 1/4 teaspoon oregano

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Mexican Chicken 3 whole chicken breasts, skinned, boned, and split 2 large eggs 1 clove garlic, minced Purchased green chile salsa crumbs 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground oregano 1 large ripe avocado 4 cups shredded iceberg 1 cup plain yogurt or sour cream 6 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions 12 to 18 cherry tomatoes 1 or 2 limes, cut into wedges Salt

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Mexican Delight 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 can tomato sauce 1 can tomato paste water 2 tablespoons sugar 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon cumin 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 onion, chopped

Salt

1 1/2 lbs. ground round

Chopped tomatoes Grated cheddar cheese Chopped black olives Diced green chilies Sour cream Green or red salsa

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Meatloaf 1 lb. ground chuck 2 well beaten eggs 2/3 cup bread crumbs 1/4 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon Worcestershire 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon minced onion Topping 1/2 cup ketchup 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon Worcestershire 1 teaspoon dry mustard

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Parmesan Chicken 4 chicken breast, skinned and boned 2 eggs, beaten 1 1/2 cups Parmesan cheese 1 cup mushrooms parsley 2 tablespoons white wine or lemon juice

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Red Beans and Rice 1 lb. red beans 1/2 lb. sausage, or more to your taste 1 onion, chopped chopped 2 tablespoons celery 1 tablespoon parsley Salt to taste Pepper to taste 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper , or to taste 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, or to taste 2 teaspoons cumin

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hot water to thin.

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Rigatoni with Shrimp and Feta 5 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/4 lbs. medium shrimp (about 36) peeled and de veined 1/4 teaspoon red pepper

chopped 1/2 cup dry white wine peeled and cubed basil 1 teaspoon dried crumbled oregano Salt Fresh ground pepper cheese 12 ounces rigatoni or penne

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Roast Turkey Breast with Red Currant Glaze 1 whole boned turkey breast Salt and pepper 1/2 cup red currant jelly or red pepper jelly 1/4 cup port wine 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

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Scallop and Snap Pea Stir-Fry 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 lb. small sea scallops, side muscle removed Coarse salt to taste halved

Transfer to a plate.

peeled ginger 1/2 lb. sugar snap peas, trimmed juice 1/2 teaspoon Asian chili sauce

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Shrimp à la Française 3 lbs. large shrimp, peeled and de veined 1/2 cup olive oil 4-6 cloves garlic, minced 3/4 cup dry white wine lemon juice pieces chopped herbs (parsley, chives, tarragon) Ground pepper Salt

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Shrimp Jambalaya 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/4 lb. diced cooked ham 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 cups chicken broth 3 cups tomatoes, coarsely chopped 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon thyme 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 cup uncooked rice

salt to taste) 1/4 cup coarsely chopped green bell pepper

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Slammin’ Salmon 1 inch think, as even in thickness as possible, skinned 1/4 cup peanut oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1/4 cup soy sauce 1 tablespoon minced ginger 1 clove minced garlic 4 tablespoons chopped

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Spaghetti Sauce 1 onion, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil

Brown onion in skillet with olive oil.

When onion is transparent, place in crock pot.

1/2 teaspoon garlic Italian sausage 4 cans chopped tomatoes

crock pot with onion.

1 large can tomato sauce 1 small can tomato paste 2–3 bay leaves 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 2 cloves pressed garlic

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Stuffed Peppers 6 green bell peppers 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped celery 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce 1 clove garlic, crushed oregano basil 2 teaspoons salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1 1/2 lbs. lean ground 1 1/2 cups cooked longgrain rice

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Swedish Meatballs 1 lb. ground chuck 1 cup Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon dried onion 1/2 cup to 1 cup milk 1 egg

skillet.

Salt and pepper to taste Sauce: 1/2 cup white wine

to 1 hour.

mixed with 1 tablespoon water

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Sweet and Sour Pork 4 lbs. pork roast 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons cornstarch

soy sauce

1 teaspoon soy sauce cornstarch 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup cider vinegar 1/2 cup catsup 1/2 cup pineapple juice 2 dashes Tabasco 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Ritz crackers

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serve.

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Vegetable Garden Lasagna 2 zucchini, cut into or thin rounds 12 ounces mushroom, thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper, cut pieces 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 large onion, chopped 2 minced garlic clove 2 eggs, beaten 1 jalapeĂąo pepper noodles 4 quarts salted water 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or more to taste) 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, grated basil leaves

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All Purpose Rub 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder 1 1/2 tablespoons black powder 1/2 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon dry mustard 1 tablespoon paprika 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 1/2 teaspoons ground red pepper

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Asian Peanut Dipping Sauce 1/3 cup smooth peanut 1 garlic clove juice 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon sugar 1/8 teaspoon cayenne, to taste 1/3 cup water Salt Freshly ground pepper

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Sauces, Rubs and Marinades

Basic Barbecue Sauce 1 cup catsup 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon yellow mustard 1 tablespoon lemon juice pr cider vinegar 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Few drops Tabasco sauce 2 teaspoons molasses 1 drop liquid smoke, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper

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Basil Aioli 3/4 cup mayonnaise

juice 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

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Butter Sauce juice into small pieces Ground pepper to taste

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Cranberry Orange Sauce 1 can cranberry sauce juice 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch

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Lemon Sauce 1/2 cup sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 cup water 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon lemon rind 1/8 teaspoon salt

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Orange Sauce 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup water

extract.

1/4 cup orange juice 1 teaspoon orange rind 1/4 teaspoon orange extract

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Pesto Aioli 1 tablespoon garlic, minced 3 egg yolks 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 cup virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste

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Pork Barbeque Sauce 3/4 gallon peanut oil 1 gallon apple cider vinegar 1 10-ounce can soy sauce 1 2-ounce can Tabasco don’t want it too hot.)

1 lb. salt 1/2 4-ounce dry mustard

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RĂŠmoulade Sauce 1/2 cup good mayonnaise 2 tablespoons smalldiced pickles or cornichons 1 teaspoon coarsegrained mustard 1 tablespoon champagne or white wine vinegar Pinch kosher salt black pepper

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Teriyaki Chicken Marinade 1/3 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup margarine, melted

Marinate chicken at least 3 hours in

1/4 cup soy sauce packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 tablespoons ketchup chopped garlic

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Thai Barbecued Chicken Marinade squeezed lime juice orange juice (or Grande Marnier) 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup soy sauce cooking oil 1 tablespoon Asian chili sauce minced ginger minced basil leaves mint leaves

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for 3 to 4 hours.

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Tomato Sauce 2 35-ounce cans plum tomatoes 1/4 cup olive oil 1 cup chopped onions carrot chopped 1/4 cup dry red wine 2 tablespoons tomato paste Italian parsley 1 tablespoon dried oregano 2 teaspoons dried basil

once. occasionally.

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Salt, to taste, at least one teaspoon

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9-Egg Pound Cake

3 cups sugar 9 eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla

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Apple Cuplets 1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon cloves 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

of apples.

6 apples sliced—thin Topping: 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup sugar 1 slightly beaten egg 3 tablespoons melted 1 teaspoon vanilla

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Apple Date Spice Cake 1 1/2 cups sugar 3 eggs 1 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking Soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon allspice 2 cups apples, peeled and

chopped chopped

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Baked Lemon Pudding Cake 3 eggs, separated 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk desired

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Blackberry Cobbler blackberries 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups water 1 teaspoon vanilla Flour to thicken Prepared pie crust dough

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Boiled Custard 3/4 cup sugar 4 eggs, separated 1 teaspoon vanilla Nutmeg

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Brownies 2 squares unsweetened chocolate 1 cup sugar 2 eggs, well beaten

1/2 cup chopped nuts 1 teaspoon vanilla

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Butterscotch Fingers 2 1/3 cups All-Purpose 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup packed dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 large egg 3/4 cup pecans, chopped

hours.

1 inch apart, on cookie sheet. Bake cookies to wire rack to cool. Repeat

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Butterscotch Sauce 1/2 lb. brown sugar 7 ounces undiluted evaporated milk

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Caramels 1 lb. light brown sugar 1 cup white Karo syrup 1 can condensed milk 2 teaspoons vanilla 6 ounces chocolate chips

wrap in wax paper.

pecans

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Carrot Cake 3 cups raw carrot, grated 2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 4 eggs 3 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoon vanilla

Cream Cheese Icing: 1 8-ounce package cream cheese

sugar 1 cup chopped pecans 1 teaspoon vanilla

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Chocolate Chip Cookies brown sugar 2 tablespoons milk 1 tablespoon vanilla 1 egg 1 3/4 cups All-Purpose 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon baking soda

rack.

1 cup chocolate chips 1 cup pecan pieces

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Chocolate Fudge Icing 3 cups sugar 6 tablespoons white corn syrup 3/4 cup undiluted evaporated milk 3-ounces unsweetened chocolate 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla Hot Milk Cake: 4 eggs 2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt Heat together: 3/4 cup milk 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla

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Chocolate Fudge Pie chocolate 1 cup sugar 2 eggs, well beaten

1 teaspoon vanilla Pie crust

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Chocolate Pie 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 3 heaping tablespoons cocoa 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 small 5-ounce can evaporated milk 3 eggs, separated 1 teaspoon vanilla

6 tablespoons sugar tartar 1/8 teaspoon salt

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Coconut Cake 1 box Duncan Hines

1 8-ounce carton sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla

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Crème Brûlée 2 cups heavy cream 1/2 cup milk 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise (can vanilla extract) 5 large egg yolks 1/2 cup granulated sugar 4 cups boiling water sugar

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French Silk Pie 1 chocolate chunk

1/3 cup water

3/4 cup sugar 12-ounce semi-sweet chocolate chips, chopped 5 egg yolks 1 tablespoon vanilla 2 tablespoons Kahlua 1 cup whipping cream

top of pie.

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Frosted Ginger Cookies 1 cup granulated sugar, cookies temperature 1 egg 2 tablespoons molasses 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves ground nutmeg 1 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon lemon juice

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Fruit Cake 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup molasses 1/4 cup sherry 3 eggs 1 teaspoon baking power 1/2 teaspoon soda

loaf pans. Line pans with foil.

1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cloves 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon mace 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon allspice 1 3/4 cups raisins 1 3/4 cups currants 1 3/4 cups nuts 1 3/4 dates

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Fudge 1 lb. powdered sugar

vanilla.

1/2 cup cocoa 1/4 cup milk 1 cup chopped pecans

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High Tea Lemon Cookies temperature 2/3 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups cornstarch

temperature 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest squeezed lemon juice 4 cups powdered sugar

racks.

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Jam Thumbprints 1/3 cup sugar 2 eggs, separated 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon salt Chopped nuts

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Kentucky Derby Pie

2 eggs

1 unbaked pie shell

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Key Lime Shortbread Cookie: 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/2 cup cornstarch

lime juice grated key lime zest Glaze: 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar key lime zest key lime juice

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slices with sharp knife. Place 1 inch

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Lemon Crunch 1/2 cup sugar 2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/3 cup milk 1 egg, beaten 1/4 cup lemon juice

vanilla.

Pour into coconut crust.

1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel Few drops vanilla Crust Mixture: 1 1/4 cups shredded coconut cracker crumbs 1/2 cup sugar

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Lemon Pie 3 eggs yolks juice 1 can sweetened condensed milk Graham cracker crust

s!

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Lemon Pound Cake

3 cups sugar 1/3 cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon vanilla 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 6 large eggs 1/4 teaspoon salt Glaze: 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons milk

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Lime Sugar Cookies 2 cups sugar, divided tablespoons) 1/2 cup sour cream 2 large egg yolks, at room temperature juice 1/2 teaspoon osher salt 2 teaspoons baking powder

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Marsala Wine Cake 1 box Duncan Hines yellow cake mix 5 extra-large eggs, room temperature 3/4 cup Wesson oil 3/4 cup marsala wine, amber, not red 1 package instant vanilla pudding 1 teaspoon nutmeg

top.

1/2 teaspoon salt

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Candy Cane Brownie Bites 1 brownie mix 9×13 inch size 18 Candy Cane Hershey Kisses 1/2 cup chocolate chips 2 tablespoons heavy cream 3 original candy canes, crushed

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New York Cheesecake 4 8-ounce bars cream cheese 1 pint sour cream 1 1/2 cups sugar 6 eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla

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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie 1 cup Crisco 1 cup sugar 1 cup light brown sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon soda 2 1/2 cups oatmeal 1 12-ounce bag chocolate chips 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

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sheets.

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Peanut Butter Cookies 1 teaspoon soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup white sugar brown sugar

paper.

1 egg 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla

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Peanut Brittle 3 cups sugar 1 1/2 cup water 1 cup white corn syrup 3 cups raw peanuts 2 teaspoon soda 1 teaspoon vanilla

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Pecan Pie

1 teaspoon vanilla 3/4 cup sugar 3 eggs, well beaten 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1 cup dark corn syrup 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup pecan halves

Cool on rack.

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Pecan Praline Topping 3/4 cup dark brown sugar 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups pecans

cool.

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Pecan Tarts 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 15-ounce package

salt.

1 cup light corn syrup 1 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

pecans into shells.

3 large eggs, beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

over pecans. racks.

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Persimmon Bars with Lemon Glaze pulp with 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon soda 1 egg 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup salad oil

1 1/2 cups All-Purpose 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Lemon Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice

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Pineapple Upside Down Cake 1 1/4 cups Gold Medal 1 cup sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup milk or pineapple juice shortening 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 4 pineapple slices 4 cherries

Leave pan over cake for a few

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Pumpkin Pecan Pie 1 unbaked pie shell Filling: 2 cups cooked pumpkin 2/3 cup dark brown sugar, packed 1/3 cup white sugar 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon ginger 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon mace 3 eggs 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup milt 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey Topping: 3/4 cup pecans, chopped

2 tablespoons dark brown sugar

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Pumpkin Pie 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon cloves 2 large eggs 1 15-ounce can pumpkin 1 12 ounce can evaporated milk

Cool on wire rack for two hours.

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Red Velvet Cake 2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 2 eggs

1 teaspoon soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons cocoa 1 teaspoon vinegar 1 teaspoon vanilla Cream Cheese Icing: 1 8-ounce cream cheese 1 box powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla

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S’Mores Ice Cream Cake 16 whole graham crackers 1 cup whole almonds, toaster 3 tablespoons sugar melted

Fudge Sauce 1 7-ounce jar marshmallow crème 2 cups miniature marshmallows

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Shortbread Cookies 1 cup light brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt

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Snowballs 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt nuts

at the Biscuit game on the beach.

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Soft Pumpkin Cookies temperature 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed 2 large eggs 1 cup mashed or canned pumpkin 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts or pecans 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

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racks to cool.

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Southern Pound Cake 3 cups sugar 9 eggs, room temperature 1 tablespoon vanilla 1 teaspoon nutmeg Chocolate Fudge Icing: 3 cups sugar 6 tablespoons white corn syrup 3/4 cup evaporated milk 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

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Strawberry Layered Cake 3 cups sugar 6 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup sour cream 1 quart whipping cream, sugar Strawberries , cut and sprinkle with sugar

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on oven.

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Sugar Cookies 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1 teaspoon soda

on cookie sheet.

tartar Granulated Sugar

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Tiramisu 3 egg yolks 2 tablespoons powdered sugar 2 tablespoons orange1 tablespoon sweet marsala wine 8 ounces mascarpone cheese 6 tablespoons strong

into thirds or sponge cake 2 ounces milk chocolate, grated

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Walnut Frosties 1/2 teaspoon soda 1/4 teaspoon salt brown sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla Topping: 1 cup walnuts 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup sour cream

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Bayleigh and Bob roasting marshmallows at Blue Skies!

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Blue Skies Family Favorites

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Phillips Family

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Phillips Family

Pumpkin Cake Roll 3 eggs 1 cup granulated sugar 2/3 cup pumpkin 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon ginger 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon salt pecans Filling: 1 cup powdered sugar 1 8-ounce bar cream cheese 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Phillips Family Almond Brickle Dip cheese 1/2 cup sugar 3/4 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Brickle

Spicy Cheese Ball cheese mayonnaise,enough to

1 cup chopped pecans

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The McCoy Family

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The McCoy Family

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The McCoy Family Chicken Enchiladas 1/2 cup onion, chopped 2 teaspoon garlic, chopped Salt and pepper

8 ounce carton sour cream 1 can diced green chile 2 cups chicken broth 2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese 2 cups chopped cooked chicken (premium canned works well also) Guacamole: 4 ripe avocado 1 tablespoon onion, 1 teaspoon mayonaise Garlic salt 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper 1/4 lime, juiced Ground pepper and pinch

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Herlihy Family

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Herlihy Family

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To make a sauce: Savory/Spicy - ginger (grated ginger root or powdered ginger) chopped onion minced garlic hot sauce Sweet- honey agave syrup brown sugar coconut milk rice wine vinegar soy sauceSalty - salt soy sauce

Savory Peanut Dip

Dash of hot sauce

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Herlihy Family Spring Rolls

fresh cilantro

Favorite Shrimp Basil Roll

Serve with Savory Peanut Dip.

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Herlihy Family Chicken Marbella 4 chickens, 2 1/2 lbs. each, quartered or 8 boneless skinless breasts

1/4 cup dried oregano

leaves.

ground black pepper to taste 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 cup olive oil

it evenly. Sprinkle chicken pieces with

green olives 1/2 cup capers with a bit 6 bay leaves 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup white wine

with parsley or

1/4 cup Italian parsley

over chicken.

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Tucker Family

Taco Salad browned and drained 1 package taco seasoning undrained and chopped 1 bag shredded taco cheese 1 bag corn chips

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Williams Family

Crawfish Dressing mushroom soup soup

mix

Seasoning, to taste Garlic Green onion Bell Pepper Parsley

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Lewis Family

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Lewis Family Lemon Bars For Crust: 1/2 cup powdered sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Cooking spray For Filling: 2 cups granulated sugar 6 eggs 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 1/2 cup lemon juice

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Daniel Family

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Daniel Family Buffalo Chicken Dip 6-8 boneless chicken breasts, cooked and chopped 1 onion chopped and

1 8-ounce bar cream temp or blue cheese dressing Shredded cheese

Chicken Enchiladas chicken meat chicken soup

Mix chicken, chicken soup, taco cheese.

1 package taco seasoning sour cream 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Robinson Family

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Robinson Family Chocolate Cheesecake For crust: Oreos (You will use two package.)

For Filling: 3 8-ounce bars cream cheese, room temperature 3 large eggs 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup semi sweet chocolate chips

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The McLean Family

look like.

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The McLean Family Creamy Chicken Casserole 3 cups chopped cooked chicken 1 10 3/4-ounce can undiluted 1 8-ounce carton sour cream 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 1 1/2 cups crushed round

margarine, melted

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Smith Family

Crock Pot Barbecue Chicken 4-6 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup vinegar 1 teaspoon red pepper 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Reese Family

Shrimp Victoria shrimp chopped

mushrooms, sliced 1 tablespoon All-Purpose 1/2 teaspoon salt Dash cayenne pepper

Serves 4.

8 ounces sour cream 1 1/2 cups cooked rice

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Reese Family Rosemary Green Beans trimmed and snapped about 2 inches long 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 2 green onions, chopped rosemary, chopped 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind

Chocolate Silk Pie pressed in a deep dish pie pan, bake according 2 large eggs 3/4 cup sugar 2 squares unsweetened baking chocolate 1 teaspoon vanilla

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Harris Family

Kylie’s Snickerdoodles

tartar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/3 cups white sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 tablespoons cinnamon 1/2 cup sugar

cookie.

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Harris Family Vegetarian Chili 3 cans beans (pinto, black bean, dark kidney) allowed in diet) 2 cups uncooked bulgar

2 tablespoon olive oil 1 red pepper, minced 1 green pepper, minced 1 large onion, chopped 4 minced garlic cloves 1 can chili style chopped tomatoes 1-2 teaspoon(s) cumin 2 teaspoon basil 1 tablespoon chili powder (more to taste) 1 1/2 teaspoon salt Black pepper and salt to taste, can also add cayenne pepper 1 small can tomato paste

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Gilcrease Family

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Gilcrease Family Bow Tie Pasta Salad Salad: cooked 1/2 green bell pepper, diced 1/2 red bell pepper, diced cheese (Hint: Use the basil sun dried tomatoes 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup pasta salad dressing Dressing: 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped 1 green onion, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove minced 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon 1/4 teaspoon salt

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Cagle Family

White Chili 1 can chunk chicken 2 cans Great Northern beans 2 cans white shoepeg corn

pepper.

1 small can green chilies

pepperjack cheese Cumin, salt, pepper to taste.

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Tobler Family

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Tobler Family Summer Dream Fruit Dip thawed 8 ounces Sour Cream 1 can sweetened condensed milk 1 teaspoon pure almond extract Cinnamon to taste

peaches, strawberries, grapes, bananas, cantaloupe – tastes great Pound Cake or Strawberry Shortcake

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Brown Family

of us.

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Blue Skies Family Favorite

The Brown Family Apple Cranberry Bake 3 cups unpeeled chopped apples cranberries 1 1/4 cups sugar margarine, melted 1 1/2 cups uncooked oatmeal 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup chopped pecans

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Acknowledgements

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Acknowledgements

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Index Blue Skies Signature Dishes

Tilapia Tacos 22

Starters, Snacks and Drinks

Black Bean Cakes 40 BLT Wrap 41

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Spicy Cheese Ball 312

Index Chili 140

Biscuits 103

Fruit Scones 113

Crock Pot Chili 143

Salads, Sides and Veggies

Soup, Chili and Stew

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Index Salads, Sides and Veggies cont’d

Chile Rellenos 211

Mexican Chicken 222 Meatloaf 224

The Main Dish

Tilapia Tacos 22

Sauces, Rubs and Marinades Beef Filet with Marsala Sauce 204

Basil Aioli 243

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Index Sauces, Rubs and Marinades cont’d

Chocolate Silk Pie 332

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Thank you for your support!

Nothin’ but Blue Skies from now on!!