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Italian Spinach Soup

Italian Spinach Soup

Suprise, surprise. Another amazing recipe adapted from Marcella Hazan's Essential's of Italian Cooking. This is one of my bibles. Not only did I…

John Spottiswood
Oct 2009
Advanced 		11 votes
5 reviews
2 comments
39441 views
Tangy Blue Cheese, Fruit and Nut Appetizers

Tangy Blue Cheese, Fruit and Nut Appetizers

This is such a colorful appetizer. In reality, it's a deconstructed version of a very popular spinach salad,…

Kristi Rimkus
Mar 2010
Intermediate 		3 votes
2 reviews
1 comment
11858 views
HCG Diet - Apple Chicken Salad

HCG Diet - Apple Chicken Salad

Recipe Source: http://hcg-diet-recipes.recipes-network.net

1st Place Recipes
Feb 2011
Intermediate 		5 votes
1 comment
33045 views
Marinated Asparagus

Marinated Asparagus

This versatile recipe made with fresh asparagus can be made year around. Serve it cold or warm as side with any meal. My favorite way to serve…

Robyn Savoie
Feb 2014
Advanced 		5 votes
1 review
1 comment
13443 views
My Dry Rub

My Dry Rub

Its that time of year when the barbecue hits the grills & smokers and so I thought I'd post my favorite dry rub recipe. I only use this rub & a…

Amos Miller
Jun 2012
Professional 		4 votes
3 reviews
6 comments
16390 views
Flavorful Grilled Shrimp

Flavorful Grilled Shrimp

This is a classic grilled shrimp recipe originally from Craig Clairborne's NYT cookbook, then adapted by Ina Garten, and then finally perfected by…

John Spottiswood
Sep 2012
Advanced 		8 votes
3 reviews
1 comment
9181 views
Simple Himalayan Salt Block Salmon

Simple Himalayan Salt Block Salmon

My wife got me a Himalayan Salt Block to try grilling on this summer. We made our first attempt last night…

John Spottiswood
Aug 2011
Advanced 		4 votes
1 review
2 comments
19480 views
Sauted Cilantro Halibut

Sauted Cilantro Halibut

This halibut dish really shines if you saute the fish over high heat; crispy outside and juicy in.

Mihir Shah
Jan 2008
Advanced 		7 votes
5 reviews
2 comments
18578 views
Skillet Chocolate Fudge Candy

Skillet Chocolate Fudge Candy

A quick and easy chocolate fudge candy made in an electric skillet. This is from an Indiana Public Service Electric Co. brochure from 1977.…

Julia Ann Souders
Dec 2014
Intermediate 		1 vote
2 comments
7377 views
Turkey Jerky Dog Treat Recipe

Turkey Jerky Dog Treat Recipe

Use some of that left over turkey as treats for your dogs!!

Janie Knetzer
Nov 2010
Intermediate 		1 vote
2 comments
6020 views
Homemade Chili Seasoning

Homemade Chili Seasoning

Make a jar of this and keep it on hand to add to chili, ground beef for tacos or enchiladas, etc. Give it as a gift, too.

myra byanka
Dec 2012
Professional 		1 vote
6677 views
Roasted Halibut with Rhubarb Beurre Blanc

Roasted Halibut with Rhubarb Beurre Blanc

Rhubarb adds a delicate pink color and tart accent to a classic wine and butter sauce. In this recipe I used…

Robyn Savoie
Sep 2013
Advanced 		1 vote
4180 views
Spinach Strawberry & Peach Salad

Spinach Strawberry & Peach Salad

Know what you eat: Spinach is an awesome source of vitamin C & iron as well as a powerful antioxidant and…

A2Z Healthy Vegetarian Cuisine
Mar 2010
Intermediate 		1 vote
6707 views
Oven Brisket with Au Jus

Oven Brisket with Au Jus

This brisket recipe makes a very flavorful natural gravy that can be used for French Dip Sandwiches, cheesesteaks, and other things. Since beef…

myra byanka
Mar 2012
Professional 		1 vote
7660 views
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