An Indirect Route

Jalapeno Poppers

Baked, not fried. These can be a bit time consuming, but the results are worth it!  Ingredients 12 fresh jalapeño peppers, halved lengthwise, stems, seeds and membranes removed 6 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 ½ cups grated Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese ½ teaspoon...

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Salmon Teriyaki with Asparagus

Another recipe from the category of "skip the takeout, make it at home." Start to finish time: Under 30 minutes   Ingredients 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons mirin (Japanese rice wine) 1 tablespoon honey1 Tbsp chili sauce, such as sriracha 1...

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General Tso’s Chicken with Broccoli

Very flavorful, and much healthier than take-out! Start-to-finish time: 30 minutes +/- Ingredients 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons plus 2 tsp cornstarch 2 teaspoons vegetable oil (preferably peanut) 2 garlic cloves, minced...

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Crepes

We fill crepes with fruit, chocolate chips, jam or other sweet fillings for breakfast. Leftovers can be stuffed with chicken, topped with a cheese sauce and served for dinner.   Ingredients 1 1/2 cups flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2...

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Carrot Cake

I was reminded of a long-time family recipe at a recent college reunion - I had forgotten all about it, but my friend had been making it for her family for 25 years! Thanks, Tricia! Also works great in cupcake form - half the recipe yields 12 regular sized cupcakes or...

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Apple Crisp

Easy, and great for almost any occasion. Ingredients 4-6 green apples, peeled and thinly sliced ½ cup brown sugar ½ cup flour ½ cup oats ¾ teaspoon cinnamon ¾ teaspoon nutmeg 6 tablespoons butter Directions Heat oven to 375. Grease bottom and sides of square, 8x8 pan....

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Gingerbread Cookies “Worth Eating”

Thanks to Cook's Illustrated for the title and the recipe. Simply said, the best gingerbread cookie recipe we've come across! Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon...

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Chicken Soup with Wild Rice

Simple, quick, and includes protein, vegetables and fiber all in one bowl. Preparation time: 20 minutes; Cooking time: 20 minutes; Start to finish: 45 minutes Ingredients 2 quarts chicken broth 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced 1 celery stalk, chopped 1 yellow onion,...

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Frosted Red Velvet Cookies

Not a cake but not quite a cookie... Ingredients 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped ½ cup butter, softened ⅔ cup packed brown sugar ⅓ cup sugar 1 egg 1 tablespoon red food coloring 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking soda ½...

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