Cheese 101
Cheese is an ancient product, and a solution to an age-old problem: milk is perishable. Legend has it cheesemaking was discovered by a herdsman carrying milk in a bag made from an animal's stomach. The beneficial yeasts and bacteria that ripen ... [... more]
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PHILADELPHIA Pesto Crostini
Place basil, dressing and Parmesan cheese in food processor or blender container; cover. Process until well blended. Spread 2 teaspoons cream cheese onto each baguette slice; top with 2 teaspoons of the pesto mixture. Crisp, toasted baguette ... [... more]
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Apple Goat Cheese Bruschetta
Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack 3 to 4 inches from the heat source. Toss together the goat cheese, apple, thyme, oregano, and pepper in a bowl; set aside. Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet; toast the bread under the ... [... more]
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Party Planning Checklist
Decide on a menu: appetizers, main dishes, side dishes, desserts, beverages. If you're doing all the cooking, plan to make as much as you can ahead of time to minimize cooking and kitchen cleanup on party day. Map out a timeline for cooking, ... [... more]
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Italian-Topped Garlic Bread
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Crumble and cook sausage in medium skillet until browned. Drain off any drippings. Cut bread into 1 inch slices. Combine butter and garlic in small bowl; brush bread slices with mixture. Arrange on ungreased baking ... [... more]
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Party Planning 101
Any party, large or small, is built with the same basic elements--it's up to you to decide how elaborate plans become. Whatever you do, stay within your comfort zone so you and your guests are more likely to enjoy yourselves. What is the theme of ... [... more]
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Easy Appetizers
Here are some appetizer ideas that won't have you scrambling at the last minute. No Refrigeration Needed: Nuts and Bolts Party Mix Cinnamon-Roasted Almonds Caramel Corn Snack Mix Sticks and Stones Candy Bark Ranch Oyster Crackers Freeze Now, Bake ... [... more]
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Buttery Garlic Bread
In a small saucepan, melt butter; add olive oil and garlic. Warm over medium heat for 1 minute. Add black pepper and oregano. Cut bread in half lengthwise and brush cut sides with butter mixture. Toast on a grill or under a broiler until golden ... [... more]
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Spicy Rye Rounds
In a large skillet, brown ground beef and sausage. After beef and sausage are browned, add cheese. Mix often. Once all ingredients are combined spoon 1 tablespoon of the mixture onto each piece of rye bread. Arrange bread with toppings on a ... [... more]
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Garlic Bread Mama Rita's Way!
Preheat the oven broiler. Line a cookie sheet with aluminum foil. In a small bowl, make a paste with the butter, mayonnaise, garlic paste, basil, 2 tablespoons Parmesan, and pepper. Spread equal amounts of the paste on each roll half. Arrange ... [... more]
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Garlic Bread
Place ingredients in the bread machine pan in the order suggested by the manufacturer. Select Basic or White Bread cycle, and press Start. This is a fragrant and tasty bread machine recipe. 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 1 teaspoon coarsely ... [... more]
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Sweet Bacon Crackers
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line two rimmed cookie sheets with aluminum foil. Arrange crackers on the prepared cookie sheets in a single layer. Place a piece of bacon on top of each cracker, then put about a teaspoon of ... [... more]
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