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Spiced Pecans

1 teaspoon sweet paprika 1 teaspoon ground cayenne 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon sugar 4 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon honey 1 lb raw … Continue reading

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Nana’s Walnut Stuffing

Actually, my Nana and my mom have both confessed to me they don’t really have a recipe for stuffing. They just put in a little of this and a little of that. It’s comforting to know I come by it … Continue reading

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Cranberry Ice

Okay, here is the recipe as it was given to me. If you decide to play with it, let me know what proportions you come up with, and I will do the same. Submitted by Candice Kugler Fresh cranberries Frozen … Continue reading

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Broccoli Casserole

This is another family dish that brings back fond memories of large holiday gatherings when I was a child. 1-2 eggs 1 can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken or onion, or cheddar cheese) ½ cup milk Large … Continue reading

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Pumpkin and Black Bean Soup

2 Tbsp olive oil 1 med onion, finely chopped 3 cups chicken, beef or vegetable broth 1 (32 oz) can pumpkin 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained 1 (14½ oz) can ready cut tomatoes, undrained 1 cup cream 1 … Continue reading

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Sweet Potato Casserole

This recipe would double well, and could also be made ahead of time and frozen. Just put the topping mixture in a plastic bag and store it with the baking dish. Thaw in refrigerator overnight. 2 pounds sweet potatoes, cooked, … Continue reading

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Big Pumpkin

I recently discovered that the new world record holding pumpkin of 2005 weighed 1,469 pounds. If I had a baby that big, I think I would feel obligated to give it a name. Personally, I like Barry Gourdy. Or The … Continue reading

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