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No-Bake Energy Bars

1 C roasted almonds 1-1/4 C pitted dates (can substitute raisins for 1/2 C) 1 T dried coconut (unsweetened, if possible) 3/4 C water 1/4 C cocoa 2 T instant coffee powder 1 t chia seeds 1 T vegetable...

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Lemon protein bars

1 C whole wheat flour 2 t oat bran 1-1/2 C rolled oats 1/2 C TVP 2 T soy protein powder 1/3 C unsalted sunflower seeds 1/8 t salt 1 C dried fruit pieces, such as cranberries and diced apricots 2 eggs...

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Killer olives

(from a really weird calendar we once had) 1 lb green or Greek olives 4 cloves garlic, sliced 2 t harissa or chili paste 2 T orange juice 2 T balsamic vinegar Grated zest of 1 orange and 1 lemon 1/2...

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Kale Snacks

I have made a triple batch of this, and still had it disappear in 10 minutes. It’s a little labor-intensive, but it serves as a wonderful alternative when you’re craving potato chips. 1 large bunch of...

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How to make popcorn on the stovetop

When I was growing up, somebody gave my Dad a popcorn popper. It had a black heating element on the bottom, with legs, and a giant see-through orange/yellow top. In 1975, the first summer after he took...

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Hot Garlic Popcorn

1/2 C popcorn, unpopped 3/4 C oil, divided 6 cloves of garlic, minced 2 t chili powder 1/4 t cayenne 1/4-1/2 t salt In a small pot over very low heat, combine and cook 1/2 C oil, the garlic, chili...

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Helen’s caramel corn

Fifi Fine brought a bag of this over to Cayenne, when we were living in a New Orleans boatyard. It was one of the most dangerous things I’ve ever eaten — impossible to stop. 5 quarts of popcorn, popped...

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Granola bars

This recipe has some flaws (they omitted the oven temperature), but I’ve always wanted to try making homemade granola bars, so I might try it anyway. 1-1/2 C plain granola 1 C quick oatmeal 3/4 C dried...

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Glazed bacon crisps

Serves 8 1/2 lb sliced bacon at room temperature 1 C dark brown sugar Preheat oven to 250 F. Dredge both sides of the bacon in the brown sugar, patting it to make it stick. Place slices on a flat...

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Gingered Borscht Shots

This was originally published as an easy appetizer for a summer party. You can put a couple of tablespoons into shot glasses and place them in a bowl filled with ice, like vodka shots. Or use...

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Easy Granola

1/2 t salt 6 C rolled oats 1 C wheat germ 1 C nuts 1 C raisins 1 t cinnamon 1/2 t nutmeg 1/2 C honey 1/2 C canola oil Mix the dry ingredients first, then add oil and honey. Bake in 300 degree oven...

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Crispy Coffee Nuts

See also Chocolate-Mocha Dusted Almonds, which are less crispy but have chocolate on them. 1/4 C butter, melted 1 lb pecans, almonds, cashews, or a mixture of these 1-1/2 C sugar 2 T instant coffee 2...

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Chocomint Chex Snacks

I saw something like this on the internet and realized that this was the answer to Girl Scout Thin Mint cookies for gluten-free eaters. Here’s how I made my first batch. It’s not very sweet; if you...

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Chocolate-Mocha Dusted Almonds

1/2 C powdered sugar 1 T cocoa 1 T instant coffee powder 2/3 C semi-sweet chocolate chips 2 C almonds In a large bowl, comgine the sugar, coffee, and cocoa. Pour chocolate chips into a 1-quart...

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Chocolate Popcorn

1 lb semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 C butter 1 t vanilla, almond, coconut, or orange extract 3 quarts popcorn, popped (about 6 T unpopped) 2 C powdered sugar 2 T cocoa powder Melt chocolate and butter...

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Chex (TM) Party Mix, Schulte-style

I recently discovered a truly antique recipe from my mother’s collection for Onion-Seasoned Bite-Size Biscuits, which seems to be the precursor to Chex Mix. Thank goodness some marketing guru came up...

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Chewy Granola Bars

2/3 C brown rice syrup 1/2 C peanut butter 1-1/2 T butter 1-1/2 T oil 1-1/2 C rolled oats 1/4 C oat bran (can substitute ground nuts or wheat germ) 1/4 C flax or sesame seeds 1/4 C sunflower seeds 1/4...

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Candied Dill Pickle Chips

Take a jar of hamburger chips — just the regular pickle,s not garlic or kosher dills. Drain them. Cover with granulated sugar and refrigerate for at least two weeks. You can add more sugar halfway...

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Balsamic-mint marinated strawberries

Big thanks to David Merwin for serving this on Sunday…it was the talk of the party! 1/4 C balsamic vinegar 1/4 C sugar Big handful of fresh mint 1 lb strawberries, hulled and quartered Mix vinegar,...

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Arepas (cornflour patties)

These are native to Colombia and Venezuela. 2 C yellow masa (corn) flour 1 t salt 3 C boiling water 3 T peanut or vegetable oil Preheat the oven to 400 F. In a large bowl, stir the masa and salt...

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