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Basque Sheepherder’s Bread
We like to serve the whole loaf of Basque Sheepherder’s Bread at the table, letting guests tear off what they want, and dipping into single servings of warm olive oil infused with herbs (Italian Bread Dip). The bread shown was baked over an open fire, out on the range using hot coals on top and bottom of Dutch oven.…
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Benne (Sesame Seed Cookies)
Delicious Benne (Sesame Seed Cookies) from the old South. In African and Southern United States cuisine, “benne” refers to sesame seeds. They are often used in cooking and baking and are known for their nutty flavor and nutritional value.
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Avocado Butter
Avocado Butter is wonderful for spreading on whole grain or sourdough toast. Serving Suggestions After spreading Avocado Butter on toast, top with thin tomato slices. Slather on baked or broiled salmon. Slather over burgers. Over your favorite meat – steaks, chicken or fish. Use in wraps, such as veggie wraps or burritos. Use in many types of sandwiches. Serve…
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Hennessy Pecan Cinnamon Rolls
Hennessy Pecan Cinnamon Rolls are like none other you’ve ever tasted! The cognac is in the topping! This recipe is not for the kids!
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Charlie Gitto’s St. Louis Toasted Ravioli
This fabled Charlie Gitto’s St. Louis Toasted Ravioli recipe comes from Charlie Gitto’s restaurant in St. Louis’s Hill neighborhood.
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Favorite Dressing
Favorite Dressing is one of the dressing recipes I make at Thanksgiving. If you don’t care for hot Italian sausage, then just substitute the mild sausage.
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Payday Bars
Payday Bars are seriously just as delicious as the “real” thing. This is a delicious version of Payday bars that mimics the candy bar’s sweet and crunchy combination of peanuts, caramel and marshmallows.
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Blooming Onion with Creamy Chili Sauce
Of course, you can dip your onion into any sauce you desire, but this creamy chili sauce can’t be beat!
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Shaker Lemon Pie
Also known as Ohio Lemon Pie, this delicious Shaker lemon pie comes from the Midwestern Shaker communities long ago.
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Vintage Strawberry Shortcake
Shortcake is really a rich baking powder biscuit; in this case, a very rich drop biscuit with a high portion of butter and two egg yolks. You can’t get more old-fashioned than this Vintage Strawberry Shortcake. As they could only gild a lily in the good old days, we suggest you butter the biscuits, too. You haven’t lived until…
