Monthly Archives: September 2011

Chicken Panang Curry with Rice – Dinner – Recipes

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Karen
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Chicken Panang Curry with Rice   Serves 4-6   3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, trimmed and sliced into 1-inch strips 1 cup string beans 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced 4 ½ tablespoons Panang curry paste 2 cans lite … Continue reading →

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Chinese Five-Spice Pork Wraps – Appetizers – Lunch – Recipes

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Karen
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  This slow cooked pork is amazing!  It takes a while to cook but only 15 minutes to prep. Perfect for tailgating or having friends over to watch a football game. Chinese Five-Spice Pork Wraps   Serves 10-12   7-8 … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Pots with Polenta Orange Cookies – Desserts – Recipes

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Karen
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A wonderful silky and rich dessert.  Ideal for dinner parties and can be made the day before your party.  Chocolate Pots with Polenta Orange Cookies   Serves 8   Chocolate Pots   2 cups heavy cream ¾ pound semisweet chocolate … Continue reading →

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Beef Filet Rolls with Soy Dipping Sauce – Appetizers – Recipes

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Karen
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This is a great appetizer for a dinner party or any special occasion. A real crowd pleaser. Beef Filet Rolls with Soy Dipping Sauce   Makes 24-30 rolls   2 pounds beef tenderloin, trimmed 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce ½ … Continue reading →

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Wild Mushroom Lasagna – Dinner – Recipes

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Karen
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I will not lie…. this recipe is time consuming but so WORTH IT !  I just served this for a Fall Dinner Party with friends and it was a hit.  I also make this every Thanksgiving and it is a … Continue reading →

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Octoberfest Bar Peanuts – Snacks – Recipes

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Karen
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These peanuts are perfect for celebrating Octoberfest or if you are just kicking back watching a football game. Make these this weekend and serve with a cold beer. Bar Peanuts   1 pound raw peanuts 1 tablespoon clarified butter ½ … Continue reading →

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Pork Chops with Balsamic Glaze – Dinner – Recipes

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Karen
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Pork Chops with Balsamic Glaze   Serves 2-4   4 pork boneless pork chops, fat trimmed 1/3 balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce ½ cup orange juice 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons crushed peppercorn medley 1 teaspoon blended … Continue reading →

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Caramel Apples – Desserts – Recipes

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Karen
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Caramel Apples 6 small apples 6 sticks 1 bag (14 ounces) caramels 2 tablespoons water Parchment paper 1 teaspoon butter Optional: chopped nuts or sprinkles Wash apples, clean and insert each apple with a stick, set aside. Spread the butter … Continue reading →

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Salted Potatoes – Dinner Side Dish – Recipes

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Karen
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A copious amount of salt is essential in preparing these tasty potatoes.  Cooking with extra-salty water boils at a higher temperature and the starch in the potatoes cooks more completely so the result is a velvety, creamy potato.  Try them … Continue reading →

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Chicken Paupiettes with Wild Mushroom Cream Sauce – Dinner – Recipes

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Karen
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A paupiette is a thin piece of meat or fish that is stuffed and rolled before cooking. You can stuff with anything that you like and have on hand — cheese, chopped cooked vegetables, prosciutto or bacon, spinach, etc.  Paupiettes … Continue reading →

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