Recipes, Appetizers, Desserts & Healthy Cooking Tips

Crisp Finger Sandwich

I love snacking on this delicious sandwich with its crisp English cucumber. I have also made batches of these for parties and showers...

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Holiday Spritz

I tried substituting rum extract for vanilla in a classic Christmas recipe, and the end result was a cookie that tasted a lot like...

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Blueberry Streusel Muffins

What a joy to set out a basket of these moist blueberry muffins with crumb topping on the brunch buffet. People rave when they taste...

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Cajun Chicken Lasagna

Destined to be a new favorite with all around the table, this zesty take on traditional Italian lasagna is a nod to the Gulf Coast....

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Barbecued Chicken-Stuffed Potatoes

This tasty dish combines some of my favorite things: the toppings for supreme nachos, tender chicken and the warm comfort of a baked...

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Fresh ‘n’ Fruity Salmon Salad

Celebrate spring with a light and nutritious salad perfect for a lady's lunch. If you like, customize the salad with a berry-flavored...

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Minty Mango Salsa

I originally made this colorful mango salsa to garnish a smoked turkey my husband made. We have since tried it on chicken and fish....

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Raisin Peanut Butter Balls

These healthy peanut butter balls are easy to put together and convenient to have on hand for after school. They'll stop tummies from...

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Hoisin & Honey Glazed Salmon

Now that I have this recipe, my husband and I always look forward to the fresh wild salmon season. You can find hoisin sauce in the...

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Spicy Apricot-Glazed Chicken

Save yourself a trip to the store and check the fridge first. Chicken turns sweet and hot when you pull out the chili sauce, mustard...

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Haddock en Papillote

This is a great dish for entertaining. It's easy to prepare, yet impressive. You can also make up the bundles earlier in the day and...

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Crab-Topped Tomato Slices

When camping, my wife and I top large beefsteak tomatoes with spicy chunks of crab. Then we warm this summer treat over the fire.

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