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Ingredients
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pear halves in natural juice, concentrate and water, drained, juices reserved
  • 1⁄4 cup honey
  • 1 1⁄4 cups 100% cranberry juice
  • fresh cranberries (optional)
  • fresh mint sprig (optional)
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 106.8
  • Calories from Fat: 0 g
  • Total Fat: 0.1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Sodium: 4.5 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 27.9 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.2 g
  • Sugars: 24.7 g
  • Protein: 0.3 g

Pear and Cranberry Granita

Only 108 total calories per serving in this delicious, refreshing dessert treat!

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  • 1⁄2 cup port wine
  • 1⁄3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1⁄4 cup finely chopped shallot (1 large)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon salt, to taste
  • fresh ground pepper
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 617.4
  • Calories from Fat: 254 g
  • Total Fat: 28.3 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Sodium: 958.4 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 56.8 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.4 g
  • Sugars: 39.4 g
  • Protein: 3.2 g

Balsamic Port Drizzle

Ruby-red Port give this dressing a sophisticated sweetness ad depth that makes it ideal for drizzling over dark greens topped with…

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  • 16 ounces almond paste
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 5 egg whites
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 91.8
  • Calories from Fat: 40 g
  • Total Fat: 4.5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Sodium: 10.6 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 11.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.8 g
  • Sugars: 9.8 g
  • Protein: 2 g

Almond Macaroons

What cookie platter is complete without the addition of macaroons?

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Ingredients
  • 1⁄3 cup butter
  • 2⁄3 cup sugar
  • 1⁄4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 3⁄4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 ounces white baking bar, coarsely chopped
  • 3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons shortening (optional)
  • 2 ounces semisweet chocolate or 2 ounces white baking bar, coarsely chopped (optional)
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 105.6
  • Calories from Fat: 52 g
  • Total Fat: 5.8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 18.8 mg
  • Sodium: 45.2 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 13.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.1 g
  • Sugars: 6.4 g
  • Protein: 2 g

Double Chocolate Chunk Biscotti

These cookies dissolve tenderly when immersed in coffee or cocoa. From Ladies Home Journal.

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  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried great northern beans (about 2 1/2 cups)
  • 16 cups water (or more)
  • 5 cloves garlic, unpeeled, plus
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, cut in half
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium onions, chopped (about 3 cups)
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, in juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon celery salt
  • 3⁄4 cup tubettini pasta or 3/4 cup elbow macaroni (about 6 ounces)
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 397.3
  • Calories from Fat: 111 g
  • Total Fat: 12.3 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.9 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Sodium: 179.4 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 57 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 17.1 g
  • Sugars: 6 g
  • Protein: 17.8 g

Florentine White Bean Soup with Pasta

Serve this with a drizzle of olive oil and freshly grated parmesan cheese, if desired. From Bon Appétit.

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  • 1⁄2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
  • 1⁄2 medium sweet onion, diced
  • 1⁄2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1⁄2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
  • 1 1⁄2 cups parmesan cheese, divided (freshly grated)
  • 4 cups cooked chicken, diced (or turkey)
  • 12 ounces vermicelli, cooked
  • 1 (6 ounce) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 1 cup soft breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, melted
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 629.4
  • Calories from Fat: 270 g
  • Total Fat: 30.1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 16.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 124.4 mg
  • Sodium: 821.3 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 49.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.1 g
  • Sugars: 2.2 g
  • Protein: 36.7 g

Chicken Tetrazzini

Delicious way to use up some of that leftover chicken (or turkey)!

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  • 1 (8 ounce) package sweet Italian sausage links
  • 8 green onions, sliced (1 cup)
  • 2 zucchini, diced (about 3 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 (7 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
  • 1 (16 ounce) Italian bread, cut into 1 inch cubes (16 oz, about 8 cups)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (8 ounces)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 1⁄2 cups milk
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 468.1
  • Calories from Fat: 222 g
  • Total Fat: 24.7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 210.8 mg
  • Sodium: 1563.9 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 36.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.8 g
  • Sugars: 2.4 g
  • Protein: 24.8 g

Italian Brunch Casserole

Looking for something special for breakfast for overnight guests? This recipe makes a great breakfast or brunch idea! Preparation time includes…

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Ingredients
  • 1⁄3 cup butter, softened
  • 2⁄3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 teaspoons finely shredded lemons, rind of
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1⁄2 cups unsalted pistachio nuts
  • 1 cup sifted powdered sugar
  • lemon juice or milk
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 101.6
  • Calories from Fat: 39 g
  • Total Fat: 4.4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 16.3 mg
  • Sodium: 36.9 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 13.9 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.7 g
  • Sugars: 7.5 g
  • Protein: 2.2 g

Lemon Nut Biscotti

Bake a batch of these delicious dunkers studded with that delectable nut. Present them as a gift in a colorful mug…

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  • 1⁄2 lb penne or 1/2 lb ziti pasta
  • 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, washed, dried and chopped fine
  • 1 small red onion, chopped fine
  • 2 tablespoons drained capers, chopped fine
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1 (3 3/4 ounce) can brisling sardines, drained on paper towels
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 664.4
  • Calories from Fat: 200 g
  • Total Fat: 22.3 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 75.5 mg
  • Sodium: 545 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 96.5 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 14.3 g
  • Sugars: 2 g
  • Protein: 23 g

Penne with Fried Sardines, Capers and Parsley

For those of you trying to fit a little omega-3 into your diets, maybe you will want to give this one…

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 red bell peppers, cut into strips
  • 6 green onions, cut into thin strips
  • 2⁄3 cup whipping cream
  • 1⁄2 cup dry white wine
  • 1⁄4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 9 ounces fresh linguine
  • 1⁄4 cup toasted pine nuts
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 1072.1
  • Calories from Fat: 483 g
  • Total Fat: 53.7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 22.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 120.2 mg
  • Sodium: 240.8 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 112.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 8.3 g
  • Sugars: 9.7 g
  • Protein: 27.5 g

Linguine with Red Peppers, Green Onions and…

On a weekday, accompany this main course with breadsticks and marinated vegetables from the deli. Wrap up with grapes and cookies.…

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  • 1 2⁄3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1⁄3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1⁄4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (about 8 ounces)
  • 2⁄3 cup hazelnuts, toasted, husked, coarsely chopped
  • 1⁄3 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger
  • 6 ounces good-quality white chocolate, chopped (such as Lindt or Baker's)
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 91.8
  • Calories from Fat: 37 g
  • Total Fat: 4.1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 18.1 mg
  • Sodium: 60.2 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 13 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.8 g
  • Sugars: 8.8 g
  • Protein: 1.8 g

Chocolate, Hazelnut and Ginger Biscotti

For the crispiest cookies, slice the dough no thicker than a half inch. The biscotti keep well and look great wrapped…

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  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon grated parmesan cheese
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 375.8
  • Calories from Fat: 369 g
  • Total Fat: 41 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.4 mg
  • Sodium: 879.6 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 2.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.1 g
  • Sugars: 2.2 g
  • Protein: 0.2 g

Italian Salad Dressing

This is the salad dressing I grew up with that my mom created. As a child, I didn't realize there were…

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Ingredients
  • 12 ounces dried egg fettuccine
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, plus
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, plus additional for sprinkling (4 oz)
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 736.6
  • Calories from Fat: 424 g
  • Total Fat: 47.2 g
  • Saturated Fat: 28.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 202.3 mg
  • Sodium: 351.6 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 62.5 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.9 g
  • Sugars: 1.7 g
  • Protein: 17 g

Danny’s Favorite Fettuccini Alfredo

This one is for you Danny! Your favorite dinner with tossed green salad and garlic butter Italian bread!

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  • 3 cups lightly packed sweetened flaked coconut
  • 3⁄4 cup sugar
  • 3⁄4 cup egg white (about 6 large)
  • 1 3⁄4 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 9 ounces bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened) or 9 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 200.7
  • Calories from Fat: 99 g
  • Total Fat: 11.1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Cholesterol: 10.3 mg
  • Sodium: 89 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 24 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.1 g
  • Sugars: 22.7 g
  • Protein: 2.5 g

Chocolate-Covered Coconut Macaroons

The combination of chocolate and coconut makes for a luscious treat. Prep time includes refrigeration time.

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Ingredients
  • 28 littleneck clams, scrubbed
  • 7 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 small hot chili peppers, minced (can substitute red pepper flakes)
  • 1⁄2 cup dry white wine
  • 1⁄2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1⁄4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 - 1 1⁄2 lb linguine
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • fresh ground black pepper
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 601.5
  • Calories from Fat: 86 g
  • Total Fat: 9.6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 34.5 mg
  • Sodium: 1814.9 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 92.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.4 g
  • Sugars: 3.5 g
  • Protein: 28.9 g

Linguine with White Clam Sauce

A traditional version (This recipe was originally posted by a former Zaar member.)

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