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    Quick Pesto Tortellini

    1 package frozen vegetables, your choice1 pound cheese tortellini1 15 oz. container ricotta cheese1/4 cup prepared pestosalt and pepper to taste Bring a large pot of salted water…

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    Beignets

    adapted from King Arthur Flour Baker’s Companion 2 1/2 pounds vegetable shortening for frying1 cup milk1 large egg1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter4 drops lemon oil2 cups…

  • Italian Wedding Soup

    1/2 pound extra-lean ground beef1 egg — lightly beaten2 tablespoons dried bread crumbs1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon onion powder5 3/4 cups chicken…

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    Smoky Shredded Pork Tacos

    Tacos de Picadillo Oazaqueno from Rick Bayless’s Mexican Kitchen 1 1/2 lbs. boneless pork shoulder, trimmed of fat and cut into 2-inch cubes 5 garlic cloves, unpeeled, divided…

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    Snickers Salad

    1 package cream cheese (8 ounce) softened1 cup powdered sugar1 container Cool Whip (12 ounce) thawed6 Snickers candy bars4 granny smith apples (4 to 6) Potluck Salads 5…

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    Wolfgang’s Beef Goulash

    2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil4 cups onions, thinly sliced1 tablespoon sugar3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon caraway seeds, toasted and ground1 1/2 tablespoons sweet paprika1 teaspoon spicy paprika2…