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7 Restaurant Favorites: The Secret Recipes Revealed!

Going out to eat is awesome. Paying the bill is oftentimes not. While I believe you need to treat yourself to a meal out occasionally , if you find yourself wistfully driving by KFC just to see if they're giving away hot wing samples, you may want to figure out how to satisfy those urges at home. While you may be tempted to remove some of the sodium and fat from these winners, realize you may be saving your life, but you won't be fulfilling your chain restaurant jones. From Applebee's to Olive Garden , I've got the recipes you want. T.G.I. http://thestir.cafemom.com/food_party/109772/7_restaurant_favorites_the_secret
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Florentines-362629

Florentines Recipe at Epicurious

In a saucepan, mix together 1/2 cup each of heavy cream and sugar and 3 tablespoons butter and bring the mixture to a boil. Remove it from the heat and stir in 1 1/4 cups finely chopped almonds, 3/4 cup finely chopped candied orange peel, and 1/3 cup flour. Drop the batter from a tablespoon into mounds about 3 inches apart on oiled and lightly floured cookie sheets and flatten each cookie with a wet spatula. Bake the cookies in a moderate oven (350°F) for about 10 minutes.

italian sodas

http://www.sugarandcharmblog.com/2011/06/italian-sodas.html Growing up, these Italian sodas were my favorite!! My mom and I would always stop by a little coffee shack on our road trips to Oregon. I remember ordering the blueberry Italian soda in the summer instead of ice cream because they were so refreshing. I hadn't had one of these since I was a kid, so I wanted to recreate them. I even made my own blueberry and strawberry syrup instead of using Torani. If you don't want to go through the hassle of making your own syrup, you can use a syrup from the store.

Say 'Yes' to Pesto

The following article was written by Keegan Baur. Spring is upon us, and I, for one, am so ready for warm weather. This past weekend, I wanted to cook a fresh and light dinner and decided to try the Avocado Pesto Pasta dish à la Chef Chloe . It hit the spot for me, and I'm definitely excited to use more recipes by this budding new vegan chef. http://www.peta.org/living/vegetarian-living/say-yes-to-pesto.aspx?c=pfs

Chocolate Nutella Scotcheroos

http://sweetpeaskitchen.com/2011/08/chocolate-nutella-scotcheroos/ Chocolate Nutella Scotcheroos This spin on the classic Rice Krispies Treats is kicked up with the addition of peanut butter , chocolate , Nutella and butterscotch . These delicious no-bake Chocolate Nutella Scotcheroos cookie bars are the perfect answer to those of us who want a little indulgence but don’t want to turn on the oven during this scorching heat. Central Illinois is under another heat wave and with tomorrow’s temperatures heading towards 98 degrees, there is no way I am turning on the oven. When I saw this recipe for scotcheroos with Nutella I knew I had to make them.
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes Updated 9/22/11 to Add: If you’re coming here to sample these delicious Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, you just might like the latest recipe that I’ve posted for Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Pancakes too. And Gingerbread- Cinnamon Roll Pancakes too. Enjoy! If you’ve ever thought you needed a reason to eat pancakes, today is the day: National Pancake Day . Eat a short stack for breakfast, enjoy them for lunch, or make a dinner out a manhole-sized pancake… guilt free… because you’re merely celebrating their existence.

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

http://www.recipegirl.com/2011/03/01/cinnamon-roll-pancakes/

Nutella-Mallow Pillow Pockets

http://picky-palate.com/2010/11/08/nutella-mallow-pillow-pockets/ When I tell you this, take me very seriously…..run, don’t walk to your nearest grocery store and make these today! I knew I wanted to make a Nutella treat the other day and when this simple idea came to mind I had no idea how crazy good it would be! The pastry with the gooey disappearing marshmallow and nutella make for a treat that you just must try for yourself!
When we have the whole extended family at the lake each July, we each take a night to provide dinner, because otherwise trying to coordinate dinner for 25 people every evening is too arduous. This year my sister-in-law did a make-your-own-pizza dinner and it was so genius that I blatantly stole the idea and had one of my own over the weekend. It's so easy, and great for groups. http://www.hollywoodhousewife.com/2011/07/make-your-own-pizza-party.html

make-your-own-pizza party - hollywood housewife

Aimee Herring Tired of packing PB&J for your kids? Or are you bored with the usual weekend ham & cheese? Whether you're packing lunch for the family or just need to switch things up, we've got a hand-held recipe for you.

Lunch Sandwich Round-Up

http://main.kitchendaily.com/2011/04/08/lunch-sandwich-recipes/
http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2011/03/cinnamon-sugar-pull-apart-bread/

Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread

I’m sorry. I know it’s Monday morning and you probably came here for some pretty pictures of food that you could glance at, and then move on with your day… and here I go thrusting warm, soft cinnamon sugar bread in your face. It’s not fair.
Now, I have a chocolate chip cookie recipe that I swear by. I love it, I think it is incredible, and I haven’t changed my mind about that. However, as much as it pains me to say it, these chocolate chip cookies by Jacques Torres are absolutely, without a doubt, the best chocolate chip cookies that I have ever made or tasted in my entire life. I guess that’s why they call him Mr.

The Infamous Jacques Torres Chocolate Chip Cookies

I once made the driest pancake in the world. I can see you sitting at home, staring at your computer screen, and scoffing at my bold statement. Driest pancake in the world? Yeah, right. How would you even know?

The Pastry Affair - Home - Garlic Parmesan Pull-Apart Bread

- Merrill Last weekend, my sister and some friends threw me a lovely bridal shower. The food was delicious.

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Bacon, Egg, and Toast Cups

Upgrade the classic American breakfast from basic to impressive in a few simple steps. Bacon, Egg & Cheese Cups A meal from a muffin pan? It’s true!