Baked Jalapeno Bacon Poppers

Baked Jalapeno Bacon Poppers

It's taken me thirty-ahem-something years to try a jalapeno popper for the very first time. Poppers have always been one of those things that just didn't seem so appealing - I blame it on bad crab rangoon, which has certain similarities to the popper. Sure, both have...

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Cousin Donna’s Almond Cookies (video)

Cousin Donna’s Almond Cookies (video)

I hope you enjoyed the video I produced with Betty Crocker and Good Bite! One part of the video that was left out on the editing room floor....er....computer virtual trash....was that "Cousin Donna" isn't *my* cousin. I've never even met her! But it's my good friend...

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Asparagus with Fried Egg and Parmesan Cheese

Asparagus with Fried Egg and Parmesan Cheese

This is an impressive dish that really only takes 10 minutes of your precious time to put together. But - there are 3 things you have to get right in this recipe to earn the title of "impressive". Okay, well... there are only 3 ingredients: Perfectly crisp-tender...

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Thai Basil Turkey Wraps

Thai Basil Turkey Wraps

I recently took a trip to The Pampered Chef headquarters in Chicago to host their first ever live online cooking show featuring holiday recipes and decor tips. I had great fun, thousands of people watched online and here is one of the recipes that we made on the show....

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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

This step by step Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe is perfect for Easter, Thanksgiving, and even Christmas!   Why These Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes Are So Good Easy to make, only 5 mins prep. Can be made soft and creamy or hearty and full textured....

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Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

I just hosted the The Pampered Chef's first-ever live cooking show yesterday  - click on video below to watch the show. The recipe for the Pumpkin Whoopie Pies is below - but I'm warning you - they are incredibly addictive. That creamy center has marshmallow...

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Spinach, Mushroom and Bacon Fondue (video)

Spinach, Mushroom and Bacon Fondue (video)

While most of the country is already turned on their heaters and brought out their winter jackets, we've been suffering from the unbearable heat with 10,254% humidity until just a few days ago. I envy those of you in cooler states, you get to snuggle under a fuzzy...

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Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini

Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini

There are a gazillion things to do with zucchini, but making stuffed zucchini boats are has got to be the most fun way to eat, and that's by unanimous vote from all members of the family. This recipe, ripped out from Family Circle magazine, has been tacked on my...

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Broccoli Pancakes

Broccoli Pancakes

Sub grated broccoli stem for the zucchini and you've got some tasty Broccoli Pancakes - recipe on Discovery Health.

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Roast Cauliflower Recipe with Bacon and Garlic

Roast Cauliflower Recipe with Bacon and Garlic

A simple and delicious roast cauliflower recipe featuring bacon and garlicky goodness. A super side dish! Why This Roast Cauliflower Recipe Is So Good Sprinkled with crispy bacon and garlic. A super easy side dish. Great for serving a big crowd - double the batch...

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Green Eggs and Ham Sushi

Green Eggs and Ham Sushi

Hey guys 'n gals - it's Green Eggs and Ham 50th Anniversary this year and to celebrate, rock stars Melissa d'Arabian, Michael Symon, Mitzi Dulan and I created some fun recipes using...you guessed it...green eggs and ham. Together, we're on the consumer advisory...

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Butter Poached Lobster with Fresh Tomatoes

Butter Poached Lobster with Fresh Tomatoes

This Butter Poached Lobster is slow-poached in a creamy, buttery sauce. Throw in the freshest tomatoes you can find, some fresh herbs. Quick, delicious and a touch decadent!   Why This Butter Poached Lobster Is So Good A fool proof lobster recipe. Buttery creamy...

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Oinker

Oinker

I've just experienced 3 of the most amazing days of my life, and I only have 4 photos to show for it....none of which even came from my camera. Who in their right mind would go to BlogHer Food 2010 to see 250 of my best friends in the world and not bring a camera?...

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Shortbread Cookies with Nutella, Banana and Almonds

Shortbread Cookies with Nutella, Banana and Almonds

I've labored over this recipe for days. Never mind that it's just store-bought shortbread cookies + Nutella + bananas + almonds. Never mind that there's no baking involved or that it only takes 10 minutes to assemble. The recipe is about the technique of the...

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