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    Korean BBQ Beef (Pul-Kogi)

    Korean BBQ Beef (Pul-Kogi)

    By SLColman

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    Cornish Game Hens With Crabmeat Stuffing

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    Bourbon Chicken
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    I searched and finally found this recipe on the internet. It is a copycat of the Bourbon Chicken sold in Chinese carry-outs in my hometown. This recipe...

    Bourbon Chicken

    Recipe #45809

    Bourbon Chicken

    By LinMarie on November 12, 2002

    Recipe #45809

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    "I searched and finally found this recipe on the internet. It is a copycat of the Bourbon Chicken sold in Chinese carry-outs in my hometown. This recipe is so good that my sons gobble it up leaving me just a spoonful. Their excuse was they thought I had eaten."

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    Ingredients: cider vinegar, ginger, ketchup...

    2,423 Reviews

    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 35 mins

    Kittencal's Italian Melt-In-Your-Mouth Meatballs
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    Cooking the meatballs in simmering pasta sauce will not only add so much extra flavor to the sauce the meatballs will be melt-in-your-mouth tender, you...

    Kittencal's Italian Melt-In-Your-Mouth Meatballs

    Recipe #69173

    Kittencal's Italian Melt-In-Your-Mouth Meatballs

    By Kittencalskitchen on August 20, 2003

    Recipe #69173

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    "Cooking the meatballs in simmering pasta sauce will not only add so much extra flavor to the sauce the meatballs will be melt-in-your-mouth tender, you may of course oven-bake the meatballs for about 25 minutes, --- don't be afraid to add in more Parmesan cheese and a little more milk, there is no need to measure exactly, this recipe is pretty much..."

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    Ingredients: fresh ground black pepper, dried oregano...

    808 Reviews

    Prep Time:20 mins

    Total Time: 50 mins

    Whole Chicken Crock Pot Recipe
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    Tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken! Skip the overnight refrigeration if you are in a hurry. For variety, eliminate the onion and substitute a quartered...

    Whole Chicken Crock Pot Recipe

    Recipe #33671

    Whole Chicken Crock Pot Recipe

    By *Kathy* on July 9, 2002

    Recipe #33671

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    "Tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken! Skip the overnight refrigeration if you are in a hurry. For variety, eliminate the onion and substitute a quartered lemon or two, stuffed into the chicken cavity. Chef Shapeweaver had a good suggestion: Use Fajita Seasoning Mix #28011 as another variation. Thanks! The standard size slow cookers are a bit too small..."

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    Ingredients: garlic powder, onion powder...

    581 Reviews

    Prep Time:15 hrs

    Total Time: 23 hrs

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    Quinoa Patties
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    I recently mad this when I had some leftover quinoa at home. The smell was kind if overpowering, but the flavor was very mild and sort of sweet. An excellent...

    Quinoa Patties

    By ATeenageChef on February 14, 2012

    Recipe #474130

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    "I recently mad this when I had some leftover quinoa at home. The smell was kind if overpowering, but the flavor was very mild and sort of sweet. An excellent hamburger substitute for people who are careful about their waistlines. I'm also quite certain you could use almost any kind of fish to make this recipe work."

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    Ingredients: eggs, tuna in water, quinoa...

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    Prep Time:2 mins

    Total Time: 20 mins

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    My 5 Hour Rump Roast and Gravy
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    This is the easiest and tastiest roast beef I've ever had. I've been making it for 20 years with great result. This recipe also has a recipe for...

    My 5 Hour Rump Roast and Gravy

    By msjill111 on February 14, 2012

    Recipe #474094

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    "This is the easiest and tastiest roast beef I've ever had. I've been making it for 20 years with great result. This recipe also has a recipe for what to do with the leftover roast beef which is my favorite part. It's simple and sometimes the simple things are the best, hope you enjoy! Cook and preparation time does not include leftover recipe.."

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    Ingredients: hot water, onion soup...

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    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 5 hrs 10 mins

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    Healthy Baked Chicken Italian Style
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    I needed a low carb/low fat dinner for myself and something that the rest of my family would love to. This is what I came up with. Not hard, but really...

    Healthy Baked Chicken Italian Style

    By Chef #1423184 on February 14, 2012

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    "I needed a low carb/low fat dinner for myself and something that the rest of my family would love to. This is what I came up with. Not hard, but really yummy. They get it served over linguini and I eat it by itself."

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    Ingredients: garlic, salt and pepper...

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    Prep Time:5 mins

    Total Time: 35 mins

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    Honey Ginger Grilled Salmon
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    Super easy, sweet and spicy!

    Honey Ginger Grilled Salmon

    Recipe #13982

    Honey Ginger Grilled Salmon

    By Mirj on November 8, 2001

    Recipe #13982

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    "Super easy, sweet and spicy!"

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    Ingredients: garlic powder, green onions...

    187 Reviews

    Prep Time:20 mins

    Total Time: 35 mins

    Perfect Pork Tenderloin
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    My #1 way to cook a pork tenderloin or a boneless pork loin because it's ALWAYS moist and tender. It's easy and foolproof! If you like, marinade...

    Perfect Pork Tenderloin

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    Perfect Pork Tenderloin

    By BeachGirl on June 5, 2003

    Recipe #63828

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    "My #1 way to cook a pork tenderloin or a boneless pork loin because it's ALWAYS moist and tender. It's easy and foolproof! If you like, marinade the roast and rub with any seasonings that please your palate! So many people have asked me how long to cook tenderloins if they have "more than one" to cook, I wanted to give a simple response...."

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    Ingredients: pork tenderloins, salt and pepper...

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    Prep Time:10 mins

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    Balsamic Chicken Thighs
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    This is a quick and easy recipe that never fails to please even my picky DDs. Since chicken thighs are usually inexpensive it makes a economical meal. I...

    Balsamic Chicken Thighs

    Recipe #71557

    Balsamic Chicken Thighs

    By mickie49 on September 15, 2003

    Recipe #71557

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    "This is a quick and easy recipe that never fails to please even my picky DDs. Since chicken thighs are usually inexpensive it makes a economical meal. I like to serve these with some type of rice side dish and a green salad."

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    Ingredients: cooking spray, salt and pepper...

    140 Reviews

    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 35 mins

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    The Ultimate Salmon Fillets
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    Living on the west coast, we have eaten a great deal of salmon. This is ABSOLUTELY the best way we have found to cook it. It is so moist and the flavor...

    The Ultimate Salmon Fillets

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    The Ultimate Salmon Fillets

    By Paja on February 3, 2003

    Recipe #53198

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    "Living on the west coast, we have eaten a great deal of salmon. This is ABSOLUTELY the best way we have found to cook it. It is so moist and the flavor is fantastic! Many reviewers have said that they think the cheese, especially the cheddar is unnecessary, and I have to admit that I omit the cheddar cheese myself. The flavour is a little too strong..."

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    Ingredients: dried dill weed, mayonnaise...

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    Total Time: 30 mins

    Tilapia Al Ajillo (Garlic Tilapia)
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    You can do this with any white fish, sea bass is great this way. Fish is often served this way in the Canary Islands, though usually it is the whole fish...

    Tilapia Al Ajillo (Garlic Tilapia)

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    Tilapia Al Ajillo (Garlic Tilapia)

    By canarygirl on April 3, 2003

    Recipe #57919

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    "You can do this with any white fish, sea bass is great this way. Fish is often served this way in the Canary Islands, though usually it is the whole fish instead of fillets. YUM!"

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    Ingredients: tilapia fillets, lemons...

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    Prep Time:5 mins

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    Kittencal's Juicy Hamburger/Burger
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    We all have our different tastes for burgers I like mine flavorful and juicy this recipe will give you the best of both! see the bottom of the recipe...

    Kittencal's Juicy Hamburger/Burger

    Recipe #208583

    Kittencal's Juicy Hamburger/Burger

    By Kittencalskitchen on January 31, 2007

    Recipe #208583

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    "We all have our different tastes for burgers I like mine flavorful and juicy this recipe will give you the best of both! see the bottom of the recipe for tips on even more extra juicy burgers! --- making a indentation in the middle of the uncooked burger will prevent the burgers from puffing up into meatballs shapes while cooking and keeps them flat..."

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    Ingredients: fresh ground black pepper, dry breadcrumbs...

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    Prep Time:10 mins

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    Can't Get Any Easier Pan-Seared Scallops
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    This is super easy and has lots of room for modifications. Serve with a tomato salad and cucumber rice.
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    Can't Get Any Easier Pan-Seared Scallops

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    Can't Get Any Easier Pan-Seared Scallops

    By kiwidutch on June 17, 2006

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    "This is super easy and has lots of room for modifications. Serve with a tomato salad and cucumber rice. Please note: this is an adopted recipe and I hope to make it soonest. If you make it before I do, I would appreciate feedback, Thanks ! ZWT REGION: United States of America."

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    Seared Sesame-crusted Tuna
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    Posted in response to a request. This is a beautiful and simple way to serve one of the tastiest fish around.. enjoy!

    Seared Sesame-crusted Tuna

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    Seared Sesame-crusted Tuna

    By Miraklegirl on April 23, 2004

    Recipe #89826

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    "Posted in response to a request. This is a beautiful and simple way to serve one of the tastiest fish around.. enjoy!"

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