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This is a great no-bake dessert treat that can be prepared in a matter of minutes. And you can also enjoy it for breakfast or over vanilla ice cream!Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutesIngredients: 2 small apples 1/4 tsp lemon juice 1 TBS apple juice 4 dried figs (or fresh when in season) 4 TBS chopped almonds 1/2 tsp lemon zest* 1/4 tsp cinnamon pinch of cloves pinch of allspice 2 tsp honey...

Prep time: 10 minCook time: 40 minServes: 62 tsp extra-virgin olive oil1 onion, chopped1 large baking potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 tsp dried thyme1 (32-oz) carton vegetable broth1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces1 C evaporated milk1/4 tsp sea salt1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper- Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring...

Chicken Cacciatore in a Hurry Ingredients: 4 Chicken thighs, skinned 1 Onion, sliced 1 Green pepper, cut into chunks ½ cup Mushrooms, sliced 1 (14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes 1 Tbs Firmly packed brown sugar 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp Garlic ½ tsp Salt 1½ cups Rigatoni pasta, uncooked...

Considered sacred in India, many Indians believe that the mango tree has the power to grant wishes for wealth, health immortality—and even grandchildren. Given the belief in the mystical quality of the mango, Indians use the leaves in weddings to assure the future fertility of newlyweds. Mango trees, which sometimes reach 60 feet, grow best in tropical and sub-tropical climates, and most of the...

Zippy Green Beans with Pecans Ingredients: Serve cold as a salad or warm as an accompaniment to a roast or steak ¼ cup Pecan Halves 1 lb Fresh Green Beans 1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 tsp Vinegar Salt and pepper to taste 1/3 cup Flat-Leaf Parsley, chopped 1 oz Dry Cured Ham such as Prosciutto, Jambon de...