Introduction:
Cauliflower is high in vitamin C, carbohydrate, and potassium. It is best during winter months, from October to April.
Serves 4.
Ingredients
1 cauliflower
1 sweet red pepper (diced)
2 tomatoes (coarsely chopped)
1/3 cup vegetable stock
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper
Nutritional Information
1 serving:
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Introduction:
This bite-size variation of old-fashioned biscuits makes a perfect party appetizer.
Makes about 30 biscuits.
Preparation time: 15 minutes.
Cooking time: 10 minutes.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
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These hors d’oeuvres are quick to prepare, so you have more time with friends. They’re also easier to handle than slices of a large quiche–making them ideal finger food.
Makes 18 bite-size quiches.
Preparation time: 10 minutes.
Cooking time: 20 minutes.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
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Oysters curl as they cook, resembling angel wings and giving this New Orleans appetizer its name.
Makes 12 appetizers.
Preparation time:15 minutes.
Cooking time: 3 minutes.
Ingredients
12 oysters in shells
Coarse rock salt or aluminum foil
3 slices lean bacon
2 tablespoons minced parsley
1 clove garlic (minced)
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Introduction:
Because most of their nutrients are directly beneath the skin, don’t peel new potatoes. Just scrub and cook.
Makes 8 servings.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds small new potatoes (scrubbed)
3 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil
1/2 teaspoon crumbled rosemary (optional)
Nutritional Information
1 serving:
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Introduction:
Try our tasty Potato Pancakes as an appetizer for any party.
Makes eight 4-inch pancakes.
Preparation time: 20 minutes.
Cooking time: 15 minutes.
Ingredients
2 medium-size (1 pound) russet baking potatoes (peeled)
1/2 small yellow onion (peeled)
1 large egg (beaten)
1 tablespoon plain dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons minced parsley
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Eating matzo (unleavened bread) and the matzo meal made from it is traditional for Passover, the spring holiday that celebrates the liberation of Jews from slavery in Egypt, millennia ago. If you are cooking for Passover, don’t miss our Potato Pancakes.
Makes six 1 1/4-cup servings.
Preparation time: 15 minutes.
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Ingredients
1 c. mayonnaise
1/2 c. buttermilk
3/4 c. finely shredded Cheddar cheese
Dash Worcestershire sauce
Dash red wine vinegar
Pinch of salt, pepper, red pepper
optional: mix in 1/4 c. bacon pieces
Directions
Combine all ingredients and blend thoroughly. Store in tightly covered container in refrigerator.
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Introduction
Packed with peanuts, this classic candy is both crunchy and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
Makes 45 pieces.
Total time: 1 hour.
Ingredients
2 3/4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 stick unsalted butter
2/3 cup water
1 1/2 cups lightly salted peanuts
Step 1:
Grease and line a 9 x 13-inch pan with foil.
Step 2:
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Introduction
Although often confused with fruitcake, this classic Christmas dessert tastes more like a rich, dense spice cake. This version uses butter instead of the traditional suet and can be made with your choice of candied fruit, currants, or raisins.
Serves 8.
Preparation time: 25 minutes.
Cooking time: 2 hours.
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