Apricot Orange Shortbread

Apricot Orange Shortbread 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 1/4 cups powdered sugar1 1/2 tsp. baking soda1 tsp. sea salt3 sticks Kerrygold butter (1 1/2 cups), room temperature (OR, vegan butter)1 tsp. vanilla extract1 tsp. orange extract1 1/2 cups dried apricots, finely chopped Preheat the oven to 325°. Line a quick-release round pan with parchment paper. In a…

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BBQ Chicken Cheddar Cornbread Casserole

Sweet and smoky barbeque with juicy pulled chicken, tart sour cream, cheesy cheddar, and sweet and crunchy creamed corn cornbread crust make for the most delicious comfort-food dinner on earth! It’s “ba-be-cue!” BBQ Chicken Cheddar Cornbread Casserole 2 lbs. pulled chicken (cooked and super moist – Costco brand is THE BEST!2 cups sweet and smoky BBQ…

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Blue Corn Salsa Macha Cheddar Quiche

Mexican Salsa Macha is a condiment made with crispy bits of toasted chili peppers, garlic, peanuts and sesame seeds in oil. It is spooned over anything and everything! It adds zip and zing to all sorts of meals. Originally from Veracruz, Mexico, the condiment is slightly spicy and nutty, with a touch of tanginess. Recipe…

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Vegan Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies

Vegan cookies made with coconut flakes and toasted macadamia nuts create a refreshing sweet and chewy crunch in your mouth and a giant smile on your face! They are light, fluffy, chewy, bright, and delightfully delicious. They were STOLEN from my neighbor’s front door. Can you believe that? I guess they were THAT good! Vegan…

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Rosemary Spinach Mushroom Alpine Quiche

Rosemary Spinach Mushroom Alpine Quiche Crust:8 Tbs. ice-cold butter, cubed into 1″ pieces2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 Tbs. fresh rosemary, finely chopped1 large egg1 Tbs. apple cider vinegar3-4 Tbs. ice cold water Filling:3 Tbs. butter1 small sweet onion, finely chopped8 oz. baby bella mushrooms, sliced1 large portabella mushroom, sliced2 cups fresh baby spinach1 tsp….

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Sweet Onion Old Bay Spiced Chicken Gruyere Meatloaf

Sweet Onion Old Bay Spiced Chicken Gruyere Meatloaf 1 large sweet onion, roughly chopped2 Tbs. buttersea salt and pepper1 Tbs. Old Bay Seasoning1 lb. ground chicken1 lb. ground pork3 cups grated Gruyere cheese, divided3 large eggs1/3 cup breadcrumbs1 Tbs. mayonnaise1 Tbs. mustardchopped parsley In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat.Add the onion…

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Chocolate Fudge Cherry Cake Cookies

1 1/2 cups chocolate fudge sauce1/2 cup butter, room temperature3 eggs1 pkg. cherry Jell-O powder mix1 pkg. vanilla cake mix1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 tsp. sea salt2 cups chocolate-covered dehydrated cherries Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Cream together the chocolate fudge sauce, butter, and eggs until smooth. Mix in the cherry gelatin…

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White Chocolate Chip Cookie Butter Cookies

White Chocolate Chip Cookie Butter Cookies 1 ½ cups creamy cookie butter½ cup butter, room temperature1 ¼ cups sugar2 large eggs1 tsp. vanilla extract1 tsp. baking soda1 tsp. baking powder¼ tsp. sea salt 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour1 ½ cups white chocolate chips Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Using a stand mixer, cream together…

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Pollack Bouillabaisse – French Seafood Stew

An easy and fragrant Bouillabaisse recipe infused with saffron when craving4more of a delicious French seafood stew.  Pollack Bouillabaisse – French Seafood Stew 1 Tbs. olive oil1 small yellow onion, finely chopped 2 large ribs celery, choppedKosher salt½ tsp. saffron threadsfreshly ground pepper1 Tbs. fresh basil, minced1 Tbs. fresh oregano, minced1 Tbs. fresh parsley, minced1/2 cup…

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Hot Fudge Chocolate Brownies

Delicious homemade fudge sauce is the core of these homemade chocolate brownies, garnished with floral fondant and golden sugar. Hot Fudge Chocolate Brownies 1/2 cup butter, melted and hot1 Tbs. light olive oil1 1/8 cups sugar2 large eggs2 tsp. pure vanilla extract1 cup homemade chocolate Fudge Sauce*1 cup all-purpose (or plain) flour3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder1/4 tsp. sea salt Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease an 8-inch square…

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