Some of the best holiday desserts aren’t very aesthetically pleasing. There’s always a few astray apples in apple pie, and who could forget how challenging it is to decorate sugar cookies? Luckily, there is one treat your holiday spread has been missing: Hungarian nut roll. Not only is the confection delicious, but it’s also beautiful. Because of its […]
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Hearty Spaghetti Casserole
This inexpensive and hearty casserole is made rich and zesty by tomato soup, cream of mushroom soup, green pepper and cheese. It is a cinch to put together and will work with just about any type of pasta. Serve this comforting baked noodle dish with garlic bread and a green salad, and you’re sure to please both […]
Coney Dog Sauce
Coney dog sauce is a popular hot dog topping that was served at drive-ins like A&W across the country during the 1950s and 1960s. This sauce makes for great football food and is ideal to take tailgating because the sauce can be made in advance and reheated or kept warm in a slow cooker. This recipe makes a large quantity of sauce, and […]
Copycat Red Lobster Tartar Sauce
Companies as large as Red Lobster tend to be very tight-lipped when it comes to “trade secrets.” This recipe comes pretty darn close to replicating the real thing, according to reviews. It starts with a base of Miracle Whip, instead of mayo. This creates a sweeter flavor profile, which is right on track with the taste of Red Lobster’s […]
Fried Chicken Sandwich
If you’re missing a certain chicken sandwich from a certain popular fast food restaurant that is closed on Sundays, then look no further than this copycat Chick-fil-A recipe. Fried Chicken Sandwich Ingredients Directions Cut chicken breasts into 6-ounce portions. Using a meat tenderizer, pound the chicken breasts until they are at an even thickness. In […]
Watermelon Pie
Serve up an unexpected fruity treat. This “watermelon Pie” wedge is made from three flavors of frozen goodness and chocolate chip “seeds” too yummy to spit out. Watermelon Pie Ingredients Directions Step 1: Cover the bottom of a spring form pan with parchment paper, or line a round cake pan with plastic wrap (drape the wrap over the […]
Salted Caramel Chocolate Pie
Make this decadent pie and invite friends over for dessert and coffee. Everyone will take a look at it and ask for a small piece to start, but we bet they’ll soon be asking for a second sliver—this one is just too good to practice self-control. Notes This dessert requires making homemade caramel, which takes some degree of skill. […]
Chilled Crab Dip
Old-fashioned crab recipes such as chilled crab dip are part of the fabric of Chesapeake Bay culture and an important part of Maryland regional history. And with sweet, delectable crab as a centerpiece, they are absolutely delicious. Debbie Daugherty Richardson, past president of the Junior League of Annapolis, says this simple recipe for cold crab dip was handed […]
Piña Colada Muffins
Wondering how to have a sunny start to your morning, no matter the weather? Make a batch of these piña colada muffins and get ready for the best day ever. Piña Colada Muffins Ingredients Directions Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 F. Step 2: Using an electric mixer, prepare 1 (18-ounce) box yellow cake mix following package directions. Add 1 teaspoon coconut […]
Herb-Crusted Ahi Tuna
This tuna recipe is light on calories but full of vibrant flavor. A simple pan-seared preparation allows the fish to shine and the herbs to accentuate it. Herb-Crusted Ahi Tuna Ingredients For the parsley emulsion: For the tuna: Directions For the parsley emulsion: Step 1: In a blender, combine 1/2 bunch parsley, 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, […]