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Top Shelf Essentials: El Presidente’ Margarita
By Andy Anderson !
We have some awesome margarita recipes on this site; however, I cannot bring one with ... 
GougÈres Aka Cheese Puffs
By Francine Lizotte
Deliciously cheesy, these are perfect for entertaining! They make great hors d’oeuvre for your event! 
Spice Essentials: Mediterranean/greek Mix
By Andy Anderson !
I love making my own spice mixes, because I can choose exactly the ingredients I ... 
Leftover Essentials: Bbq Shredded Turkey
By Andy Anderson !
Well, Thanksgiving is in the rearview mirror, so how about some leftovers.
Shredded BBQ turkey is ... 
Poires Belle HÉlÈne
By Francine Lizotte
This is a scrumptious way to enjoy pears! With chocolate sauce and ice cream, it's ... 
Holiday Drink Essentials: Kicked-up Margaritas
By Andy Anderson !
As I am writing this, Halloween is in the rearview mirror, and we are right ... 
Aloo Gobi
By Francine Lizotte
With a beautiful combination of ingredients, this delicious vegetarian dish is sure to tickle your ... 
Sauce Essentials: French Reduction
By Andy Anderson !
The French are well known for their reduction sauces. Take for example the classic demi-glace, ... 
Red Velvet Cake
By Francine Lizotte
Tasty, colorful and fluffy, this moist cake is a classic you simply have to try! ... 
Easy Pickled Green Beans
By Francine Lizotte
Crunchy with a nice tangy taste, these are a great condiment for your Bloody Caesar ... 
Tomates ConcassÉes • Chopped/crushed Tomatoes –
By Francine Lizotte
This is a simple method used to prepare tomatoes or other vegetables for a variety ... 
Butternut Squash Soup
By Francine Lizotte
Tasty, colorful & healthy, this is great recipe to make during the cold season! 
Farm Fresh Coleslaw With Two Variations
By Family Favorites
This is, hands down, the best coleslaw recipe. The best part is, it's ready in ... (1 rating)
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
By Francine Lizotte
Easy to make, this elegant appetizer is incredibly delicious, perfect for entertaining! 
Homemade Essentials: Molasses Substitute
By Andy Anderson !
Molasses is a staple in many foods; including, but not exclusive to Southern recipes.
Unless specified, ... 
Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
By Francine Lizotte
Quick and easy to make, this light and fluffy frosting is a foolproof recipe for ... 
Apple Turnovers
By Francine Lizotte
Packed with deliciousness, these are easy to make and a great dessert or snack to ... 
Bottoms Up Essentials: Classic Whiskey Sour
By Andy Anderson !
This is one of my favorite recipes for a classic whiskey sour. It comes from ... 
Beet Hummus
By Francine Lizotte
A nice change from ordinary ones, this colorful hummus is so tasty! Grab a couple ... 
German Spaetzle
By Family Favorites
My German grandmother made the very best sauerbraten in the world. Alongside would be a ... (1 rating)
How To Peel Butternut Squash • 2 Easy Ways
By Francine Lizotte
Here are 2 easy methods to prepare butternut squash. 
Easy Zucchini Bread
By Francine Lizotte
Extremely moist and packed with deliciousness, this bread recipe is perfect for breakfast or after ... 
Whipped Tarragon Butter
By Francine Lizotte
Delicious, light and fluffy, this is a great condiment to use for fish as well ... 
Caramel Kettle Corn
By Ellen Senecal
I can't keep this in my kitchen for more than a day. Between me ...