An Indirect Route

Macaroni and Cheese in Crockpot

Easy way to make this classic comfort food. Prep time: 25 minutes; cook time: 2 hours 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 package (16 ounces) process cheese (Velveeta), cubed2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese1-3/4 cups whole milk1 can...

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Cider Donut Muffins

We first discovered these in Lancaster, at the Central Market, and recreated them at home. Total Time: 55 minutes; Hands-On Time: 20 minutesYield: 12 muffins For the muffins: 2 cups apple cider1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened, plus more for pan3/4 cup granulated...

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Butterflied Chicken on the Grill

Once you cook a whole chicken this way, it will be hard to go back to the oven. Start to finish: just under an hour 1 3-lb chickenSalt & pepper, or 2-4 Tbs favorite rub Heat grill to high heat. While it is heating up, prepare chicken. Place whole chicken on a...

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Angel Food Cupcakes

The traditional angel food cake transformed into a cupcake. Top with whipped cream for a light, refreshing dessert. 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar1/2 cup (60g) cake flour (spoon & leveled)1/8 teaspoon salt6 large egg whites, at room temperature1 Tablespoon warm...

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Instant Pot Minestrone Soup

Easy, flavorful soup. Prep time: 10 minutes; Cook time 4 minutes; Start to finish: 20 minutes Ingredients 1 can kidney beans drained1 can garbanzo beans drained32 oz chicken or vegetable broth (1/2 onion, diced2 stalks celery diced3 carrots sliced into dials1 small...

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Mrs. Fields Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ground oatmeal makes these irresistible. Ingredients 1 cup butter1 cup white sugar1 cup brown sugar2 eggs1 T vanilla2 1/2 cups rolled oats2 cups flour1/2 tsp salt1 tsp baking powder1 tsp baking soda12 oz chocolate chips1 cup chopped walnuts (optional) Directions...

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Nut-Free Granola

The original recipe included almonds and pecan halves, but we've adapted this to eliminate the nuts - they won't be missed. This is a basic combination of ingredients, but feel free to mix up the add-ins. Ingredients 2 cups rolled oats (do not use quick-cooking or...

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Southern Red Velvet Cake

This is the easiest and best tasting Red Velvet recipe we've found. Ingredients 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 1/2 cups sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon fine salt1 teaspoon cocoa powder1 1/2 cups vegetable oil1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature2 large eggs, at...

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Honey Sesame Chicken in the Instant Pot

Tastes like takeout! Start to finish: 30 minutes Ingredients 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced (about 2 lbs.) Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/2 cup diced onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup ketchup 2 teaspoons sesame oil...

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