my great recipes

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Thu, 22/08/2024 - 09:47
Preparation time: 20 mins. This makes a nice change from the regular shrimp cocktail version, and is a great first course for an elegant dinner. For 4 servings you will need:1 lb. cooked shrimp; shelled and deveined. Sauce:½ cup sour cream4 Tbsp. mayonnaise½ Tbsp. lemon juice2 Tbsp. chili sauceDash sugar and paprikaSalt and black pepper […]
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Wed, 29/11/2023 - 05:39
Preparation time: 20 min.Baking time: 25 to 30 min.Oven temperature: 375°F Broccoli and ham cubes bake in a savory custard, making a hearty casserole for a family meal. It is also an excellent choice to serve on a brunch buffet table. For 4 servings you will need:2 lbs. fresh broccoli½ tsp. saltWater2 medium onions, minced1 […]
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Wed, 23/08/2023 - 09:14
Preparation time: 15 min.Chilling time: 2 hrs. Elegant enough for company but inexpensive enough for every day, this delicious dessert is easy to make. Unmold it in your nicest glass dessert dishes and top with delectable Creme Francaise. For 4 servings you will need:1 cup soft pitted dried prunes1 cup water1 envelope unflavored gelatin¼ cup […]
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Fri, 11/08/2023 - 10:58
Preparation time: 10 min.Baking time: 25 to 30 min.Oven temperature: 325°F Here is a springtime dessert of tangy-sweet rhubarb and cool, creamy yogurt. Rhubarb, the traditional “pie plant” combine naturally with yogurt. Cinnamon and toasted almonds top this low-calorie dessert. For 4 servings you will need:1 lb. rhubarb½ cup sugarCinnamonPlain yogurt or vanilla yogurtToasted sliced […]
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Wed, 12/07/2023 - 09:35
Hamburger Stroganoff is an easier and less expensive version of the classic recipe. The flavor is just as exciting, piqued with paprika, cayenne pepper and garlic; softened with sour cream. For an extra special touch, you can make your own noodles. For 4 servings you will need:1 lb. lean ground beef2 Tbsp. butter or margarine1 […]
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Wed, 14/06/2023 - 15:41
Preparation time: 15 min.Chilling time: 1 hr. For busy days, consider this dessert-rum-flavored cream, studded with fruits and nuts, spread with a lavish hand over cake slices. It combines eye appeal with ease of preparation. If preferred, you can use fresh fruit instead of canned, depending on the season. For 4 servings you will need: […]
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Thu, 23/02/2023 - 09:32
Preparation time: 20 min. Creamed dishes can be elegant and economical. This cream sauce, made with milk and broth, is a perfect complement for ham and hard-cooked eggs. Spoon over steaming old-fashioned cornbread. For 4 servings you will need:1 cup diced, cooked ham2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour2 Tbsp. butter or margarine⅔ cup warm milk⅓ cup chicken […]
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Wed, 07/12/2022 - 06:26
Preparation time: 15 min.Cooking time: about 15 min. Easily-made, this unusual confection is wonderful as a holiday treat. Include it with other candies for a welcome gift. For about ¾ lb. of candy you will need:½ cup pure maple syrup or maple blended syrup½ cup sugar1 Tbsp. Butter or margarine½ tsp. Cinnamon¼ tsp. Ginger⅛ tsp. […]
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Tue, 13/12/2022 - 19:14
Preparation time: 15 min.Cooking time: about 1 hr. Luscious caramels make a welcome gift at Yuletide. They can be made a week to 10 days ahead of presentation, as long as they are wrapped airtight and stored for the interim in a cool, dark place. For 64 candies (about 1½ lbs.) you will need: 2 […]