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    Crab Chops

    Makes 6 large patties [or 12 small ones]. Ingredients: 3 green onions, minced 3 Tablespoons butter or margarine [I use unsalted butter] 2 Tablespoons flour 1 cup milk 1 pound crabmeat [I use lump] 20 saltine crackers, crumbled [I put them in a freezer bag and crush them with my rolling pin] 1...
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    Tandoori Fish Frankie Wraps

    These Fish Wraps are great appetizers or snacks if you want to impress your guests - not only do they taste great, they also look exotic. Once you have all the ingredients, they're easy to make. YOU WILL NEED: 4 White Fish Fillets - (Catfish or Tilapia) Cut into large bite size pieces Red...
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    Bacon Pizza Squares

    6 slices bacon 1/3 c green bell pepper; chopped 1/3 c onion; chopped 4 plum tomatoes; seeded and chopped 1 tsp dried basil 2 tbsp mayonnaise 1 clove garlic; crushed 1 pkg (10 ounce) refrigerated pizza crust 3/4 c Shredded Swiss cheese Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)...
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    Spinach and Garlic Spread

    1 Pkg (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach 1/4 cup milk 1 Tbsp olive oil 3-4 cloves roasted garlic, mashed 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste Tabasco sauce to taste 1 Pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1 Pkg (3 oz) cream cheese, softened Cook spinach according to package directions & squeeze dry...
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    Blue Crab Margarita with Avocado and Mango

    (Serves 4 as an appetizer) 1/2 pound Jumbo Lump Crabmeat, picked over for shell 1 Ripe Avocado, peeled and cut to a fine dice 1 Ripe Mango, peeled and cut to a fine dice 2 tablespoons Vidalia Onion, minced Juice from 2 limes 1 Red Jalapeno, seeded and minced 1/4 bunch Cilantro, washed and...
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    Chicken Nacho Appetizer

    2 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided 2 1/2 teaspoons cumin 1 onion, peeled and chopped 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup seeded and chopped tomato 1 4 ounces can green chiles, drained, chopped 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 36 tortilla chips 2 cups shredded Monterey jack...
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    Cherry Blues Steak Pizza

    1 (12-inch) pre-baked pizza crust 1/2 cup dried tart cherries Butter 1 1/2 cups onion, sliced thin 2 1/2 cups baby Portobello mushrooms, sliced thin 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 cups beef (any tender cut), cooked medium-rare and sliced thin 1 1/2 cups blue cheese, crumbled 1. Sauté...
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    Mini Chicken Tostadas

    1 cup chicken breast, cooked, chopped 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon red bell pepper, chopped 1 4 ounces can chopped green chiles, drained 6 corn tortillas (6 inch) Combine chicken, onion, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, bell pepper and green...
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    B-L-T Dip

    1 (16 oz) sour cream 2 cups mayonnaise 2 pounds bacon, fried crispy, drained and diced 2 tomatoes, chopped Combine all ingredients and serve on toast squares or crackers. Makes about 20 appetizer servings. Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Oct 10, 2001
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    Houston's Chef's Dressing for Smoked Salmon Appetizer

    1 quart mayonnaise 8 oz. anchovies, lightly drained 1.0 oz garlic, peeled & minced 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/2 cup chives (ends removed,minced med.) 3/4 cup parsley (chopped medium fine by hand) 1/4 cup fresh tarragon (chopped medium) 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice...
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    Cold Turkey With Tuna Sauce

    This is an rather unusual recipe that can be served either as an appetizer or a main course: Ingredients: 2 lb cooked turkey breast Or 1 pc breast of turkey (about 3 pounds) 1 sprig of rosemary 2 sage leaves 1 TBS butter 1 TBS oil ½ tsp salt Dash freshly ground black pepper ¼ cup white wine 1...
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    Mexi Beef Bites

    1 lb. ground beef 1 c. (4 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese 1 c. (4 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies, drained 1/2 c. bottled green taco or enchilada sauce 2 large eggs, beaten tortilla chips (optional) Cook and stir beef in large skillet over med. high heat...
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    Macaroni Grill Baked Creamy Seafood

    4 tablespoons butter 1 cup baby scallops, rinsed and drained ( about 8 ounce) 3 tablespoons flour 2 cups half-and-half 1 1/2 cups Asiago cheese 2 cups medium, peeled, shelled and deveined cooked shrimp 1 (6 ounce) can chopped clams, well drained 1 to 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Oil for...
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    Bacon Wrapped Fingerling Potatoes with Thyme

    This out of the Crock-Pot, original recipe collection 1lb finger potatoes, washed, patted dry and stem ends trimmed 1 tbsp minced fresh thyme 2 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp paprika 1 pkg (1/2lb) fatty bacon strips 1/4 cup chicken broth 1. Toss potatoes with thyme, olive oil...
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    Chilli Paneer

    Ingredients:1/4 kg paneer, cut into 1″ pieces (as shown in the image above) 6-7 tbsps spring onion whites 3-4 tbsps spring onion greens 1 tbsp chopped garlic 1 tbsp chopped ginger 2 tsp soya sauce 2 tsps vinegar 1 tbsp corn flour + 5 tbsps water 1/2 tbsp sugar 2 green capsicums, thin slices...
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    Chicken Manchurian

    Ingredients:1/4 kg boneless chicken, cut into fine pieces 6-7 tbsps spring onion whites 3-4 tbsps spring onion greens 1/2 tbsp chopped garlic 1/2 tbsp chopped ginger 2 tsps soya sauce 1 tbsp chilli sauce 2 tsps vinegar 1 tbsp corn flour + 5 tbsps chicken stock or water 1/2 tsp brown sugar 2...
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    Mushroom Appetizer

    These are easy and always go fast: 3/4 cup cooking oil 1/4 cup vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon chipped parsley or parsley flakes 1/2 teaspoon celery salt 1 clove garlic, sliced 2-4 oz. cans whole mushrooms Mix all ingredients, let...
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    Charlie Gitto's St. Louis Toasted Ravioli

    This fabled recipe comes from Charlie Gitto's restaurant in St. Louis' Hill neighborhood. 1 (1 pound) package frozen ravioli 2 tablespoons milk 1 egg 2/3 to 1 cup fine, dry seasoned bread crumbs Shortening or cooking oil 1 cup spaghetti or pizza sauce Parmesan cheese, grated Thaw ravioli. In a...
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    Beef and Fontina Tostaditos

    Tostaditos are mini tostadas. They make great appetizers since they are bite size. Its like serving pre-dipped chips. A good variation is to fill them with a mixture of refried beans and cheddar and top them with guacamole. 4 medium tomatoes - finely chopped 2 tablespoons red onion - finely...
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    Copycat Bonefish Grill Bang Bang Shrimp

    Spicy Sauce: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 4 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (sambal sauce) 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar Souffle: 1 egg, beaten 1 cup milk 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon rubbed...
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