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Genache

Ganache is a French term referring to a smooth mixture of chocolate and cream. The origins of ganache are debatable but it is believed to have been invented around 1850. Some say it originated in Switzerland where it was used … Continue reading

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Ghost Cupcakes – Happy Halloween

You’ll need: A dozen of your favorite cupcakes 16 oz. vanilla icing 22 oz. (two packages) white chocolate chips Red shoestring licorice, black gel icing, candies for decorating Start with your favorite cupcake recipe and bake according to instructions Flip … Continue reading

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Watermelon Curry

Watermelon Curry ¼ large seedless watermelon, cut in 1 ½ inch cubes 1 ½ red chili Pinch of turmeric ½ tsp coriander 1 tsp garlic puree 2 T oil ¼ tsp cumin seeds Sugar to taste 2-3 tsp lime juice … Continue reading

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Cheddar Ale Soup

Topped with toasted croutons, crispy bacon and a drizzle of first-press olive oil, this soup will satisfy hearty appetites on cold winter days. Ingredients: 4 thick-cut bacon slices, cut into 3-inch strips 2 Tbs. unsalted butter 1 large yellow onion, … Continue reading

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Date Nut Bread – Black Walnut

Date Nut Bread Silver Palate 4 tablespoons butter, in 6 chunks 1 cup pitted dates, coarsely chopped ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ cup sugar ¾ cup boiling water 1 egg 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt … Continue reading

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Dulce de Naranja – Sweet Orange Candy

Dulce de Naranja 3 cups sugar ¼ cup water 1 cup evaporated milk 1 dash salt 2 teaspoons orange peel, grated 1 cup black walnuts, chopped Put 1 cup sugar into a heavy skillet and stir slowly over medium heat … Continue reading

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Sour Cream Fudge with Black Walnuts

Sour Cream Fudge ¼ cup butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup sugar ¾ cup sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla ½ cup black walnuts Melt butter in heavy saucepan. Add brown sugar and heat to boiling. Add sugar and sour … Continue reading

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Black Walnut and Date Pudding Cake

Black Walnut and Date Pudding Cake Better Homes and Gardens On Line 1¼ cups flour 1/3 cup brown sugar ¾ teaspoon soda ½ teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg Dash cloves ¼ teaspoon salt 1 cup snipped dates 3 tablespoons … Continue reading

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Black Walnut and Date Dessert

Date Dessert Grandma Kochersperger 20 to 24 marshmallows 1 tablespoon water 1 pint heavy cream 2 tablespoons sugar, or to taste 1 teaspoon vanilla Pinch salt 2 cup dates, cut fine ½ cup black walnuts Graham cracker crumbs Melt marshmallows … Continue reading

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Black Walnut Bread

Black Walnut Bread Bernard Clayton’s New Complete Book of Breads 1 package dry yeast 1 teaspoon salt 5 to 6 cups flour, approximately 2 cups hot milk (120º-130º) ½ cup butter, room temperature ¼ cup minced onions 1 cup chopped … Continue reading

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