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Strawberry Rhubarb Bars
May 28, 2020

Strawberry Rhubarb Bars

Ingredients: Crumb layers 1 1/3 cups (188g) all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 1 1/3 cups (120g) rolled old fashioned oats 1/2 cup (110g) packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup (110g) granulated sugar 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, melted 2 tsp vanilla extract Filling 1 3/4 cups (273g) hulled and diced strawberries (from 12 oz whole) 1 1/2 cups (190g) diced rhubarb, sliced 1/4-inch thick …

Desserts
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Bacon and Cream Cheese Crescent Appetizer Recipe
May 28, 2020

Bacon and Cream Cheese Crescent Appetizer Recipe

Ingredients: x8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature 8 slices bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon milk 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent dinner rolls 1 tablespoon butter, melted 2 teaspoons poppy seeds Instructions: Preheat …

Appetizers
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Authentic Russian Salad ‘Olivye’
May 28, 2020

Authentic Russian Salad ‘Olivye’

Ingredients:

6 potatoes, peeled
1 carrot, or more to taste
4 eggs
6 large pickles, cut into cubes
1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste (optional)
1/2 cup mayonnaise, or to taste

Directions:

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add potatoes and carrot. Return mixture to a boil and add eggs; cook until potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain and slightly cool mixture. Chop potatoes and carrot; peel and chop eggs.
  2. Mix potatoes, carrot, eggs, pickles, peas, ham, and parsley together in a large bowl; stir in mayonnaise until salad is evenly coated.

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Soups & Salads
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GINGERBREAD ICEBOX CUPCAKES
May 28, 2020

GINGERBREAD ICEBOX CUPCAKES

INGREDIENTS: 48 gingersnap cookies (look for thicker cookies) 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons powdered sugar a splash of pure vanilla extract ground cinnamon 3/4 cup granulated sugar maldon sea salt flakes INSTRUCTIONS: Using an electric hand mixer or a stand mixer, combine …

Desserts
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by CookDiaries
Creamy Mushroom Pasta with Chicken
May 28, 2020

Creamy Mushroom Pasta with Chicken

Ingredients: Chicken fillets 2Sirka (Vinegar) 1 tbsSoy sauce ½ tbsAdrak lehsan paste (Ginger garlic paste) 1 tspKali mirch (Black pepper) crushed ½ tspNamak (Salt) ¼ tspOil 1 tbsMakhan (Butter) 2 tbsPyaz (Onion) chopped ½ CupLehsan (Garlic) chopped 1 tbsMushroom sliced ½ CupMaida (All-purpose flour) 2 …

Pasta
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by CookDiaries
Smoked Salmon Appetizers
May 27, 2020

Smoked Salmon Appetizers

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 lb smoked salmon wild & sliced
  • 3/4 lb mascarpone cheese
  • 1/3 c chives
  • 1/3 c fresh dill
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Spread the slices of smoked salmon on a cookie sheet or cutting board.
  2. Spoon a dollop of the mascarpone cheese on top and a sprinkling of chives and dill.
  3. Gently roll up each salmon slice to envelop the cheese. Repeat with the remaining salmon and place on a serving tray.
  4. Finish with a nice sprinkling of freshly cracked black pepper and garnish with the fresh dill and chives.

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Appetizers, Seafood
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by CookDiaries
Iced Hazelnut Coffee Coolers
May 27, 2020

Iced Hazelnut Coffee Coolers

Ingredients: 2/3cup instant coffee (dry)1 1/2cups hazelnut-flavored nondairy liquid creamer1cup water1/4teaspoon ground cinnamon8cups milkWhipped cream, if desiredGround cinnamon, if desired Steps: 1In medium bowl, mix coffee, creamer, water and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, stirring until coffee is dissolved. 2Pour into 2 ice-cube trays. Freeze at least …

Desserts
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Almost-Raw Carrot Cake Bliss Balls
May 27, 2020

Almost-Raw Carrot Cake Bliss Balls

Ingredients: 1 cup raw hulled sunflower seeds 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut + ⅓ cup for rolling ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon sea salt 12 soft Medjool dates, pitted and soaked if they’re very dry ⅔ cup chopped carrots 2 teaspoons maple syrup, more to …

Breakfast
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by CookDiaries
Beer Cheese Soup
May 26, 2020

Beer Cheese Soup

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 (14 oz) can chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded American cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 (12 oz) bottle light beer

Instructions:

  • In a stockpot, sauté garlic and onion until soft and onions are translucent.
  • Add flour; cook, stirring constantly over medium heat about 4-5 minutes. Whisk in chicken broth, milk, thyme, and paprika and cook stirring frequently until mixture thickens slightly; about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in cheeses gradually, small handfuls at a time, and cook just until cheese melts.
  • Remove from heat, stir in beer and serve topped with croutons and extra cheese, if desired.

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Soups & Salads
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Easy Lemon Bars with Buttery Crust
May 26, 2020

Easy Lemon Bars with Buttery Crust

Ingredients: SHORTBREAD CRUST 12 tablespoons (170 grams) unsalted butter, melted and cooled 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour LEMON TOPPING 1 1/2 cups (300 grams) granulated sugar …

Desserts
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by CookDiaries