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Golden Dijon Spicy Chicken Satay
For this festive appetizer, we grilled juicy marinated chicken tenders skewered on bamboo sticks, and basted them with a tangy-sweet honey mustard BBQ sauce spiked with sweet chili sauce. Simply delicious!
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Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
This simple but elegant appetizer adds color and pizazz to a holiday party.
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Sweet Potato Soufflés
Sweet Potato Souffles Recipe. These lightly sweet and airy autumn souffles can serve as a special side dish or dessert. Ideal for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
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RECIPE: Matcha Green Tea Shortbread Cookies
Matcha Green Tea Shortbread Cookies Recipe are infused with the delicate flavor of green tea and finished with sparkling turbinado sugar. They make a delightful gift for the holidays.
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Homemade Turkey Stuffing
Turkey Stuffing Recipe. This is a traditional and very indulgent stuffing. Roasted turkey stock, plenty of real butter and fresh herbs gives it a natural flavor and the combination of different breads give it subtly complex flavor and textures.
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Wicked Witch Apple Punch
Bubble, bubble, very little toil or trouble with this easy tasty Halloween punch. Your party guests will be pleased as…punch.
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Cincinnati-Style Chili
The “Natti” is renowned for its chili. There are more than 180 chili parlors located in the area. Here’s a classic recipe for Cincinnati-style chili that everyone will enjoy, wherever they’re from.
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Lemon Curd Cupcakes
Lemon Curd Cupcakes Recipe. These cupcakes are light and fluffy as a cloud. Your guests will be delighted with the surprise filling of lemon curd.
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Apple Butternut Squash Soup
Try this gluten-free Apple Butternut Squash Soup recipe; it's certain to wow a hungry crowd.
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Cheddar Chive Scones
Cheddar Chive Scones Recipe. These warm and cheesy scones make an unexpected and welcome addition to any meal. Ideally suited for an Easter buffet.
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Parmesan Peppercorn Roast Beef Panini
Parmesan-Peppercorn Roast Beef Panini. This bistro-inspired sandwich features deli-sliced roast beef, melted Swiss cheese, grilled peppers and onions and a signature peppercorn Parmesan mayonnaise layered on buttery toasted focaccia bread.
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Fried Risotto Balls
Guests won’t be able to resist this crunchy and gooey hors d’ouevre and will be delighted to find melted cheese at the center of this treat.
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Holiday Mincemeat Pie
Mincemeat Pie Recipe. Mincemeat pie is a traditional favorite, enjoyed especially around the holidays. This version offers an extra rich taste experience.
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How to Gild a Pear
Learn how to add a beautiful touch to your holiday dining table with our step-by-step guide to gilding.
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Edible Decorations Becoming a Holiday Tradition
It’s fun to get out those holiday decorations every year to make the house all festive and cheery. But what may be even more fun are holiday decorations you can eat! And it seems ...
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Roast Beef Dinner with Yorkshire Pudding and Port Merlot Pan Sauce
Traditional Roast Beef Dinner with Yorkshire Pudding and Port Merlot Pan Sauce. This recipe provides all the spirit of an elegant English Standing Prime Rib Roast Dinner at a fraction of the cost.
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Fabulous Christmas Dinner, With Some Trimming
Perhaps you had turkey and/or ham on Thanksgiving and now you’d like to serve a classic beef dinner for Christmas. You could always opt for the classic Standing Rib Roast, but in this ...
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New England Sausage and Dried Cranberry Stuffing
New England Sausage and Dried Cranberry Stuffing Recipe. Here's a holiday stuffing recipe for those who like a heartier, meatier dressing.
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Duchess Potatoes
Duchess Potatoes Recipe. Want your mashed potatoes to be a touch more fancy for the holiday dinner? Try this recipe.
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Christmas Wassail
For centuries, Wassail punch was served in England from Christmas Eve till the Twelfth Night. Of course, you can enjoy it throughout the holidays.
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A Dickens of a Dinner
Get inspired to bring a bit of the Charles Dickens holiday spirit to life at your dinner table this season. We’ve put together a festive menu that’s faithful to his 'A Christmas Carol ...
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Orange Marmalade Cookies
Orange Marmalade Cookies Recipe - a lovely combination of sweet and citrus. They make great Christmas cookies.
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Mini Beef Brisket Cocktail Sandwiches
This delicious mini sandwich platter for entertaining features tender slow smoked beef brisket, creamy horseradish sauce, and ripe sliced tomatoes served on buttery toasted mini rolls. Sliced beef brisket, purchased from a grocery store deli or barbecue take-out restaurant, keeps prep simple and fast.
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Simple Homemade Apple Herb Turkey Gravy
This gravy develops a rich flavor and color from caramelized onions and a natural roasted turkey stock.
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Brandied Cherry Sauce
Brandied Cherry Sauce Recipe is incredible over ice cream, served with brown sugar cookies on the side. Or try it drizzled over cheesecake.
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Behind Every Great Party May Be a Caterer
It’s time for the holidays, and every food lover knows that means entertaining and being entertained. Check out our caterer's checklist to make sure you've thought of everything.
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Thanksgiving Tips from Chef George Llorens
Budgets are tight this year and there isn’t a lot of room for those “splurge” items, but that doesn’t mean taste buds have to suffer as you plan for Thanksgiving. Large-scale gatherings of ...
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Hosting a Harvest Party
Autumn is a wonderful time to host a party. The Food Channel recently hosted a Harvest Party, open house style, with more than 70 guests in attendance at River Cliff, our beautiful country retreat. A ...
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Pumpkin Black Walnut Pie
Give this all-time autumn favorite a touch of sophistication with a nutty, crunchy difference.
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Chiles Toreados
The term ‘toreados’ comes from the action of sautéing peppers until they brown and blister on all sides. Enjoy these with your favorite grilled item or in any taco! An excellent choice for a Cinco de Mayo party.
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Seared Skirt Steak with Dark Beer Pan Sauce
Pan sauces typically require wine to lift up the browned bits from pan seared meats and vegetables. For a Cinco de Mayo twist, this recipe uses a dark beer, Negra Modelo, which works wonders with skirt steak. Enjoy!
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5 Spice Chicken Wings
This tasty chicken wings recipe has a mildly spicy Asian accent. Serve them at your game-time gathering and there will be “high fives” all around.
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Scrambled Eggs with Sour Cream
Scrambled eggs are an all-time breakfast favorite. This ultra-easy Scrambled Eggs with Sour Cream Recipe turns out fabulous scrambled eggs every time. Serve them for your Easter breakfast or brunch and everyone will be egg-static.
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Beef Steak Chili
Hearty, spicy chili made with tender steak. Who can resist? This recipe yields a gallon for the game-time gang. It’s a great choice for Super Bowl parties.
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Margaritas for a Crowd
Freshly-made margaritas add a refreshing and spirited touch to any gathering—like having the gang over to celebrate Cinco de Mayo!
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Old Fashioned Bread Stuffing
Mrs. Cratchit probably used a recipe similar to this to serve husband Bob, Tiny Tim and the rest of the family, using it to stuff the Christmas goose.
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Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Recipe - This may sound like an unlikely combination, but it's unbelievably delicious. Makes a marvelous side dish for those holiday dinners.
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Easy Mashed Potatoes
Easy Mashed Potatoes Recipe - You've got enough to do to get a big dinner on the table. Here's a fast and fail-safe recipe for success-and great-tasting mashed potatoes.
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Cheesy Cream Corn with Smoky Bacon
The amazing combination of sweet corn with melted Cheddar cheese and smoky bacon makes this side dish a delightful choice for your dinner table.
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Chinese Five Spice Edamame
Edamame is a trendy appetizer your party guests will go for. The addition of Chinese Five Spice adds extra interest.
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How to Make a Ginger Cosmopolitan
Food Channel Chef Dennis Pitchford shows how simple it is to make a Ginger Cosmopolitan cocktail that’s delightful for a holiday party—or any festive gathering. It’s made with cranberry juice, vodka and ...
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Perfectly Easy Pecan Pie
Easy Pecan Pie Recipe. Pecan pie is a staple at the holiday dinner table. Why? Because it is deliciously decadent. And this recipe keeps it simple.
