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    Roasted Tomato, Onion and Goat Cheese Frittatini

    4 roma tomatoes salt and pepper, to taste 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil vegetable shortening, as needed 1/2 red onion, finely diced 5 eggs 2 fluid ounces milk 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped 2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled Servings: 24 1...
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    Beef Wellington

    1 4-pound beef tenderloin (4 to 4 1/2 lb.) (1.8 to 2 kg), trimmed salt and pepper, to taste vegetable oil, as needed 8 ounces pâté de foie gras 1 ounce truffle peelings, chopped fine 2 pounds puff pastry egg wash, as needed 20 fluid ounces madeira sauce Servings: 10 1. Trim 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to...
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    Cucumber Stuffed With Roquefort And Hazelnuts

    1 cucumber, cut in half crosswise 1/4 pound Roquefort cheese 1 tablespoon cream 1 teaspoon lime juice 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds 15 hazelnuts, peeled and finely chopped 12 hazelnuts, peeled and halved Servings: 24 1. Wash the cucumber, trim the ends, and cut it...
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    Baked Eggs with Tarragon and Leeks

    3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 large leeks, white and pale green only , coarsely chopped (3 to 4 leeks) 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 8 California Fresh Eggs 2 cups whipping cream 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons fresh tarragon, chopped Ground pepper, to taste...
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    Herb and Garlic Grilled Vegetable Platter

    2 zucchini, thick sliced OR 2 yellow squash, thick sliced 1 small onion, cut into wedges 12 mushroom caps or small Portabella mushroom, cut into wedges 1 Japanese eggplant, thick sliced Assorted chunks of bell peppers (red green and yellow) 1 cup Lawry's Herb and Garlic Marinade with Lemon Juice...
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    Chili Con Carne

    10 pounds ground beef (AP) 8 ounces chopped onions 1 clove minced garlic 2 1/2 quarts canned tomatoes, diced 2 quarts tomato puree 1 quart water 3 ounces chili powder 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin 1 ounce salt (1 1/2 tbsp) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 ounces granulated sugar 152 ounces canned...
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    Baked Whole Salmon, Chilled

    10 pounds one whole salmon, thawed 4 ounces butter or margarine, melted 1/2 cup lemon juice (4 oz) Servings: 50 1. Thoroughly wash fish. Rub inside and outside of fish while running cool, clear water over. Place fish on 12x20-inch sheet pan that has been sprayed with vegetable spray or lined...
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    Octopus Tidbits

    2 cups octopus meat 2 eggs 2 teaspoons dill weed 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted Servings: 4 1. Boil fresh octopus for at least 10 minutes. Remove skin. The skin and suckers will "slip" off the tentacles when it is cooked. Prepare cooked...
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    Italian Caponata

    2 LARGE EGGPLANTS 1 Teaspoon SALT 3/4 Cup OLIVE OIL 2 CLOVES GARLIC, CRUSHED 2 ONIONS, CHOPPED 1 Pound PLUM TOMATOES, Quartered 3 CELERY STALKS, DICED 1 Pound CAN PITTED BLACK OLIVES 12 Ounce JAR OLIVE SALAD 1/4 Cup CAPERS 1/2 Cup PINE NUTS 1/4 Cup RED WINE VINEGAR 2 Teaspoon SUGAR SALT AND...
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    Mocha Punch

    Chocolate syrup in the bottom of the glass gives this creamy treat a layered look. Whipped cream and grated chocolate add a special touch your guests will love. 4 cups hot strong prepared coffee (see Note) 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 tsp. salt 4 cups cold strong prepared coffee (see Note) 4...
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    Carrot Medley

    Slightly dressier carrots. Use for sit-down dinner or buffet. 2 tbsp. margarine (butter browns too fast) 2 cups coarsely chopped onion 4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 2 lbs. carrots, cut in thick slices 2 tsp. chicken bouillon powder 1 cup water Serves 8 Melt margarine in frying pan. Add onion...
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    Special Coleslaw

    This is a nice brunch or buffet salad. Bright, colorful and great taste. 2 cups grated cabbage, packed 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained, juice reserved 50 miniature marshmallows 1/2 cup slivered almonds 1/2 cup medium coconut 1/2 cup salad dressing (or mayonnaise) Reserved juice, enough to...
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    Green Pepper Salad

    This two-tone salad is so festive! Its refreshing flavor works well with turkey, beef or in a buffet. 3 oz. lime-flavored gelatin (jelly powder) 1 cup boiling water 3 oz. lime-flavored gelatin (jelly powder) 1 cup boiling water 3/4 cup cold water 1/2 cup salad dressing (or mayonnaise) 1 tsp...
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    Coquilles St. Jacques Casserole

    Serve with a salad and vegetable or use for a buffet. 1/2 cup boiling water 1/2 cup sauterne wine (or alcohol-free white wine) 1/2 tsp. salt Cayenne pepper, just a pinch 1 lb. scallops, halved or quartered if large 2 tbsp. butter or hard margarine 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 1/2 cup finely...
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    Tamale Casserole

    Great for the buffet table. 3 3/4 cups boiling water 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1 cup cornmeal 1 cup chopped pitted ripe olives 2 tbsp. hard margarine (butter browns too fast) 1 cup chopped onion 1 medium green pepper, seeded and chopped 1 lb. lean ground beef 1 tsp. salt 14 oz. canned tomatoes, broken up...
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    Christmas Tree Buns

    Pretty as a picture for Christmas buffet or brunch table. 1 tsp. granulated sugar 1/4 cup warm water 1 x 1/4 oz. active dry yeast 1 1/2 cups milk, scalded and cooled to lukewarm 1 tsp. salt 1/4 cup butter or hard margarine melted 6 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 large egg, beaten 1/4 tsp. cardamom 3...
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    Table Bread Wreath

    Very attractive. Use for a buffet or brunch. 1 cup warm water 2 tsp. granulated sugar 2 x 1/4 oz. active dry yeast 3/4 cup butter or hard margarine, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp. salt 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup cut glazed mixed fruit 1/2 cup raisins 2 3/4 cups...
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