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Loaded Nachos

Posted by Cate under Appetizers, Snacks

1 lb ground beef
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 garlic cloves, crushed
Cooking spray
1 (16-ounce) can refried beans
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro, divided
1/4 cup chopped green onions, divided
tortilla chips
3/4 cup (about 6 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
sour cream
Preheat oven to 375°. Cook meat in a large nonstick skillet […]

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Orange and Cinnamon Crusted Pecans

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Recipe courtesy of Gale Gand.Difficulty: Easy
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 to 6 servings

3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
1/2 orange, zested
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups toasted pecans

In a deep saucepan, combine the sugar, water, orange zest, and cinnamon and bring to a boil. Add the pecans and simmer, stirring, as the water evaporates. The glaze […]

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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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Spinach Cheese Squares

Posted by Cate under Appetizers, Snacks, Vegetables

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2 tablespoons butter
3 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pound shredded Cheddar cheese
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and squeezed dry
1 tablespoon minced onion
Preheat oven to 350F. Place butter or margarine in a 9×13 inch baking dish and melt butter in oven. Remove when […]

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