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    ISO cinnamon rolls

    I have lost a recipe I had, think it was called "overnight cinnamon rolls". It started w/a cake mix and added flour,yeast,etc. It made 2 large pans of rolls that were refrigerated overnight. I have searched the net and haven't come up w/what I think is close. Does anyone have a recipe like this...
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    Leftover grilled dogs, what to do?

    I have 40 leftover, grilled hot dogs. I'm afraid if I freeze and try to save, they will be more rubbery than already. Any ideas ? Thanks !
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    What have you had for breakfast lately?

    Recipe: Baked oatmeal 2 c rolled oats(have used quick and old fashion, no difference to me); 1 and 1/2c milk; 1 beaten egg; 1/2c sugar(white,brown,Splenda,your choice) 1 t baking powder, 1/2t salt, 1/3c raisins, 2T chopped nuts(feel free to add more or not); 2T melted butter. Spray a 9x9" or...
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    What have you had for breakfast lately?

    My new favorite breakfast Baked oatmeal w/raisins, nuts or coconut, brown sugar,butter,milk. Will never fix oatmeal any other way again! Love the texture of the baked stuff and it takes 20 min in the toaster oven and makes 4 servings.
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    How much ground beef for 25 taco salads?

    I need to cook ground beef for 25 taco salads. I use 80/20 hamburger meat, any idea how many pounds I should buy? Do you think 1/2 cup cooked meat will be enough for a serving for adults? Thanks!
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    The Play & Freeze Ice Cream Maker

    I used this same concept once using gallon and quart size zip-lock bags. This would hold up better and kids would have a good time. I have seen them advertised but just wouldn't spend the money.
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    Monkey bread dilemma

    I have made this with bread dough that I made myself as well as frozen bread dough, very good if you want to skip the hassle of making your own. With the bread dough, my recipe had said to cut up the bread or roll dough while still partly frozen then roll it in the butter/sugar mixture, place in...
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    ISO easy roasted potato recipe

    My favorite seasoning after tossing chunks of potatoes in a little olive oil is a packet of dry ranch dressing then roast. We love ranch and it makes lots of things taste better, just my opinion.
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    Peanut Brittle Problem.

    I'm a big fan of the microwave recipe, for ease and time. My daughter and I have made mulitple batches one after the other for gifts and used different nuts, sometimes mixed and sometimes pecans in place of peanuts.
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    Hummus without Tahini

    I use all the things you named, and when I have them, also roasted red peppers from a jar. I just don't buy tahini, afraid of not being able to use it all before going bad, even in fridge. I have made it with and w/out sesame seeds, no big difference to me, tho I can see how the sesame oil might...
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    Hi to everyone from SW Florida

    Welcome,tin, you will love it here. Always lots of info. If you are into baking bread, there's a good website called The Fresh Loaf, check them out, they do a lot of sourdough as well. I am in NE Florida. Rosemary
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    What is your favorite pumpkin dessert?

    I'm not a huge pie fan but love pumpkin. I make a mousse with a sugar free(or regular) vanilla pudding mix made with slightly less than amt of milk called for, beat in a cup of canned pumpkin puree,fold in half a tub or so of cool whip and 1/4 to 1/2 tsp of pumpkin pie spice. Chill and serve...
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    Red lentil recipes?

    I have used brown lentils for years to make a soup with sausage,onion,bell pepper and tomatoes. Recently got a bag of red lentils at the health food store.These are smaller than the brown ones. Does anyone use these and how? Have found a barley and lentil soup and a marinated lentil salad on the...
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    Bread Machine Ingredients?

    I have made bread in a machine for years, these days have larger machine, use dough cycle, remove and bake 2 loaves in oven. Have always experimented w/added ingred. Only limit is one's imagination. Keep an eye on it as its kneading, add liquid a tblspn or so at a time if needed, can also add...
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    GT Express 101?

    Was wondering if anyone has bought/used this little baking device that was on the infommercials in the recent past? Interested in how you have been using it and if you have any good ideas or interesting new recipes. I like mine and find it convenient for 2 people. My husband enjoys making...
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