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    Kwanzaa Recipes

    Celebrate Kwanzaa with African-influenced and Southern-style recipes that capture the flavor of African-American heritage.

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    Meatloaf: Yes, Virginia There is a Great Meatloaf!
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    Absolutely delicious meatloaf and sauce! Those who claim they don't believe there can be such a thing as a great meatloaf will love this. Based on a...

    Meatloaf: Yes, Virginia There is a Great Meatloaf!

    Recipe #54257

    Meatloaf: Yes, Virginia There is a Great Meatloaf!

    By Nita Holleman on February 17, 2003

    Recipe #54257

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    "Absolutely delicious meatloaf and sauce! Those who claim they don't believe there can be such a thing as a great meatloaf will love this. Based on a meatloaf given to me by a dear friend, Virginia Strehl, Memphis, and Leesburg, Fla. Nita Holleman, 2000"

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    Ingredients: dark brown sugar, eggs...

    857 Reviews

    Prep Time:20 mins

    Total Time: 1 hrs 20 mins

    So It's Bekah's Pulled Pork Now
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    I have adopted this recipe from Mean Chef. This is one of my favorite recipes. The pork is sweet, succulent and falling apart tender. Fabulous served...

    So It's Bekah's Pulled Pork Now

    Recipe #26257

    So It's Bekah's Pulled Pork Now

    By ~Bekah~ on April 24, 2002

    Recipe #26257

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    "I have adopted this recipe from Mean Chef. This is one of my favorite recipes. The pork is sweet, succulent and falling apart tender. Fabulous served alone, on rolls, in tortillas."

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    Ingredients: pitted dates, dry mustard...

    277 Reviews

    Prep Time:24 hrs

    Total Time: 32 hrs

    Deviled Eggs
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    This recipe was my Mother's and she taught me to make them. My sons and their families always request these eggs for all family get-together dinners....

    Deviled Eggs

    Recipe #48153

    Deviled Eggs

    By Nurslinda on December 9, 2002

    Recipe #48153

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    "This recipe was my Mother's and she taught me to make them. My sons and their families always request these eggs for all family get-together dinners."

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    Ingredients: hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise...

    177 Reviews

    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 35 mins

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    Recipe #469862

    Scratch Eggnog Waffles
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    A delightful holiday-themed recipe from scratch ingredients. The recipe may be cut in half or doubled according to the size of your team.

    Scratch Eggnog Waffles

    By Doug Mc on December 14, 2011

    Recipe #469862

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    "A delightful holiday-themed recipe from scratch ingredients. The recipe may be cut in half or doubled according to the size of your team."

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    Ingredients: eggnog, cinnamon...

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    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 20 mins

    Recipe #467371

    Chakhokhbili (Georgian Chicken With Herbs)
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    Georgian Chicken with Herbs, an Azerbaijan recipe.

    Recipe from The Georgian Feast by Darra Goldstein

    Chakhokhbili (Georgian Chicken With Herbs)

    By Iowahorse on November 3, 2011

    Recipe #467371

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    "Georgian Chicken with Herbs, an Azerbaijan recipe. Recipe from The Georgian Feast by Darra Goldstein"

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    Ingredients: fresh ground black pepper, mixed fresh herbs...

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    Prep Time:12 mins

    Total Time: 57 mins

    Recipe #457217

    Boom Chakalaka(Vegetarian)
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    Boom chakalaka! Born in the townships of South Africa, chakalaka is a simple, spicy dish of onions, tomatoes and often beans. It has been a staple for...

    Boom Chakalaka(Vegetarian)

    By Sharon123 on May 24, 2011

    Recipe #457217

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    "Boom chakalaka! Born in the townships of South Africa, chakalaka is a simple, spicy dish of onions, tomatoes and often beans. It has been a staple for generations of black South Africans, and is a required condiment at South African braais, or barbecues. Chakalaka can be served hot or cold, over mealie pap, with slices of bread, or as a condiment..."

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    Ingredients: cilantro, pepper, curry powder...

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    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 30 mins

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    Awesome Collard Greens
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    This is a vegetarian recipe I've come up with, simply because I usually don't have the salt pork or hamhock traditionally included on hand. It's...

    Awesome Collard Greens

    Recipe #69475

    Awesome Collard Greens

    By HollyLQuinn on August 23, 2003

    Recipe #69475

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    "This is a vegetarian recipe I've come up with, simply because I usually don't have the salt pork or hamhock traditionally included on hand. It's still got plenty of flavor!"

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    Ingredients: cider vinegar, chopped tomatoes...

    21 Reviews

    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 40 mins

    Recipe #9023

    Memaw's Collard Greens
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    My Memaw was a great cook of southern soul food and she taught me this recipe. When I got married, I made it a tradition in my family. The kids know the...

    Memaw's Collard Greens

    By Mark H. on May 17, 2001

    Recipe #9023

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    "My Memaw was a great cook of southern soul food and she taught me this recipe. When I got married, I made it a tradition in my family. The kids know the minute they walk into the house that Dad's making greens (the aroma fills the air). And no matter where we have our holiday meals or who is in charge of the menu, I insist on bringing the greens."

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    Ingredients: collard greens, salt...

    17 Reviews

    Prep Time:20 mins

    Total Time: 4 hrs 20 mins

    Recipe #37299

    South Louisiana Chicken and Sausage Gumbo (No Okra!)
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    Growing up in Louisiana, My momma called her version of this the poor mans gumbo. I have taken the liberty to make a few changes, such as using boneless-skinless...

    South Louisiana Chicken and Sausage Gumbo (No Okra!)

    By Missy Wright on August 15, 2002

    Recipe #37299

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    "Growing up in Louisiana, My momma called her version of this the poor mans gumbo. I have taken the liberty to make a few changes, such as using boneless-skinless chicken breasts instead of the whole chicken. Be careful with the Roux, if it burns you best start all over. It will get smoky in the kitchen, so be sure to open a few windows. This recipe..."

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    Ingredients: green onions, hot sauce...

    14 Reviews

    Prep Time:30 mins

    Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins

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    Classic Potato Salad
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    I make this a lot for pot lucks and picnics. Everyone likes this one.

    Classic Potato Salad

    Recipe #22747

    Classic Potato Salad

    By MizzNezz on March 16, 2002

    Recipe #22747

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    "I make this a lot for pot lucks and picnics. Everyone likes this one."

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    Ingredients: cider vinegar, yellow mustard...

    153 Reviews

    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 15 mins

    Easy Deviled Eggs
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    This adopted recipe has already received many good reviews and is the way I have always fixed deviled eggs. Since these are just basic deviled eggs,...

    Easy Deviled Eggs

    Recipe #7728

    Easy Deviled Eggs

    By GrandmaIsCooking on March 13, 2000

    Recipe #7728

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    "This adopted recipe has already received many good reviews and is the way I have always fixed deviled eggs. Since these are just basic deviled eggs, use your imagination and add anything you want. Double or triple the recipe if desired. Cooking time includes time to cook the eggs."

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    Ingredients: pepper, eggs, mayonnaise...

    82 Reviews

    Prep Time:5 mins

    Total Time: 15 mins

    Coleslaw
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    I found this in the Thanksgiving edition of Family Circle in the 80's and I have been making it ever since--for summer bbq's as well.

    Coleslaw

    Recipe #47606

    Coleslaw

    By chia on November 24, 2002

    Recipe #47606

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    "I found this in the Thanksgiving edition of Family Circle in the 80's and I have been making it ever since--for summer bbq's as well."

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    Ingredients: Dijon mustard, mayonnaise...

    50 Reviews

    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 10 mins

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    Recipe #56552

    Caribbean Rice
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    In the Caribbean, coconut, mango, and rice are staples. They appear on menus in all kinds of forms. Combine them all in the same dish and you have something...

    Caribbean Rice

    By Normaone on March 18, 2003

    Recipe #56552

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    "In the Caribbean, coconut, mango, and rice are staples. They appear on menus in all kinds of forms. Combine them all in the same dish and you have something special. The sweetness of the mango and coconut makes this dish suitable for curries, chicken, fish , and pork, all common Caribbean ingredients. Enjoy!"

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    Ingredients: coconut, fresh chives, mangoes...

    5 Reviews

    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 40 mins

    Dawa (African Cocktail)
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    Dawa means "medicine" or "magic potion" in Swahili. In other words, a dawa is said to be so potent that it will cure whatever ails...

    Dawa (African Cocktail)

    Recipe #173116

    Dawa (African Cocktail)

    By NcMysteryShopper on June 17, 2006

    Recipe #173116

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    "Dawa means "medicine" or "magic potion" in Swahili. In other words, a dawa is said to be so potent that it will cure whatever ails you. The recipe is based on a famous Brazilian drink that was introduced to Kenya. It is now one of the most widely consumed cocktails in Kenya and has spread through out North and South Africa (especially..."

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    Ingredients: ice cubes, limes, sugar...

    4 Reviews

    Prep Time:5 mins

    Total Time: 5 mins

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    Easy African Sweet Potato Patties

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