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"Put-Everything-In-It" Mexican Surprise

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(In the Sweetnicks’ house, this will be forever known as Dorito Casserole).  Diane Sawyer admits she’s not a great cook … so she brings one of Charlie Gibson’s favorite recipes to share with Rachael.
1 can chili with beans
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 large 12-ounce package Doritos (save 2 cups for […]

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Balsamic Chicken with Pesto Gravy & Bitter Greens

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Recipe courtesy of Rachael Ray
2 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 bunches arugula, thoroughly washed
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Parmigiano Reggiano shavings
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1/3 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
1/4 cup homemade or store-bought pesto
Heat a large skillet […]

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Lavosh Smoked Cheese and Ham Pizzas

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Recipe courtesy Rachael Ray
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
1 package lavosh flat breads, plain or flavored, sliced into 12 pieces
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1 pound smoked fresh mozzarella, sliced into 12 pieces
*If your market does not sell this, substiutute 3/4 pound smoked white cheddar, shredded
1/4 pound prosciutto, cut […]

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Rachael’s Chimichurri Chicken Bites

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Recipe courtesy Rachael Ray
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
This recipe is my take on chimichurri, oil, vinegar, onions and garlic, herbs and spices that serve as both marinade and dipping sauce.
1 rounded tablespoon sweet paprika
3/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, a couple of handfuls
3 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves
3 tablespoons […]

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Mexicali Rose Popcorn

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Recipe courtesy of Midnight Munchies.
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 package Lawry’s tacos spices and seasoning
1 teaspoon hot-pepper sauce
1 bag, butter-flavored microwave popcorn
Place the butter, taco spices and hot pepper sauce in a small, microwaveable bowl. Microwave on high until bubbly hot, about 1-1/2 minutes. Set aside.
Pop the popcorn according to the package directions. […]

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