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Linda’s Linguine with Shrimp

(Warning: this only serves 2! Go ahead and double it if serving more than 2) ¼ cup sliced shallots 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 (14.5 oz.) can...

Christi Jensen

Dec 14, 20201 min read

Red Curry Shrimp

Warning: this recipe only serves 4 1 Tbsp. red curry paste (found in Asian section of the grocery in a glass jar and is spicy) 1 13.5...

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Spicy Prawns

500 grams fresh prawns 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. turmeric 4 garlic cloves 4 tsp. ginger 2 stalks lemon grass 1 small onion, finely sliced 1 tsp....

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Fish and Vegetables with PestoBaked in Foil Packets

2/3 cup purchased pesto, but homemade is always preferred 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice ¼ tsp. hot pepper sauce 5-5-6 oz. red snapper or...

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Shrimp Linguine in Garlic Sauce

Serves 4-6 10 garlic cloves 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter 10 oz uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 1 ½...

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Linguine with Scampi

1 stick or less of butter 1 lb. uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined 4 large garlic cloves, minced 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice 3...

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Denise’s Almond-Crusted Salmon

Salmon filets or steaks Butter Fresh garlic Almonds, finely minced in processor Pat salmon dry. Melt a few tablespoons of butter and add...

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Sundance Lemon Dill Sauce

Use this for salmon, or other fish Mix: ¼ cup sour cream 3 Tbsp. Grey Poupon Add: 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 clove minced garlic Garlic...

Christi Jensen

Dec 14, 20201 min read

Cedar Plank-Grilled Salmon with Garlic, Lemon and Dill

1 (3 lb.) whole filet of salmon, skin on, scored (only to the skin) evenly into serving pieces 6 Tbsp. olive oil 4 large garlic cloves,...

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Baked Shrimp Scampi

This recipe is great for dinner guests because it looks elegant and can easily be put together without a big ordeal. I love serving it...

Christi Jensen

Dec 14, 20202 min read

Christi’s Chocolate Chip Cookies

1 cup butter, unsalted ¾ cup sugar, use Baker’s fine sugar, if available ¾ cup light brown sugar 2 tsp. pure vanilla (Madagascar or...

Christi Jensen

Dec 14, 20201 min read

Brooke’s Snickerdoodles

½ cup shortening 1 stick butter 1 ½ cup sugar 2 eggs 2 ¾ cup flour 1 tsp. soda ¼ tsp. salt 2 tsp. cream of tartar Mix wet ingredients and...

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Cheryl’s Sugar Cookies

1 cup unsalted butter 1 cup sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp. vanilla 2 ¾ cup flour (original recipe calls for 2 ¾ cup, but I use 2 ½ cups) 2 tsp....

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Lisa’s Butter Cream Frosting

½ cup shortening ½ cup butter, softened 1 lb. powdered sugar (about 4 cups) 2 Tbsp. milk 1 tsp. vanilla Cream shortening and butter. Add...

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Gigi Keetch’s Caramel Filled Chocolate Cookies

2 ½ cups flour ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa 1 tsp. baking soda 1 cup sugar 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 cup butter, softened 2 tsp....

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Peanut Butter Cookies

1 cup butter 1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 1 cup creamy Jif peanut butter 3 cups flour 2 tsp. soda ½ tsp. salt...

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Soft & Chewy Chocolate Bites

4 squares unsweetened baking chocolate 3/4 cup butter 2 cups sugar 3 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 2 cups flour Preheat oven to 350. Microwave...

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

M & M Cookies

2 cups flour ¼ tsp. baking powder ¾ tsp. baking soda 1 cup butter, softened 2/3 cup sugar ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 egg 1 tsp....

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Leslie’s Walnut Diamonds

1 cup butter ½ cup sugar 2 cups flour ½ cup corn starch Mix all of above and press into a jelly-roll pan. Bake at 300 degrees for 12-15...

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Pecan Tassies (mini pecan pies)

1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened ½ cup butter, softened 1 cup flour 1 egg 2/3 cup chopped pecans 1 Tbsp. butter ¾ cup brown sugar 1...

Christi Jensen

Dec 14, 20201 min read