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Moist Double Chocolate Cookies and Cream Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

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If you love chocolate, these moist double chocolate cupcakes with crushed cookies inside and creamy cream cheese frosting on top are the dream come true. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 2 large eggs 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 cup buttermilk 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup chocolate chips 12 chocolate sandwich cookies Oreo-style, crushed 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 4 cups powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2-3 tbsp milk Crushed cookies for garnish Instructions: Start by heating the oven to 350F 175C You can line a muffin tin with cupcake liners Mix the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl with a whisk First, beat the eggs in a different bowl Th...
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Buffalo Chicken Dip

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This Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy and spicy crowd-pleaser, perfect for parties, game days, or any gathering. It combines shredded chicken, cream cheese, hot sauce, and ranch dressing for a tangy and savory flavor. Ingredients: 2 cups cooked shredded chicken 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup hot sauce 1/2 cup ranch dressing 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup chopped green onions 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese optional Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, hot sauce, ranch dressing, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions Spread mixture into a baking dish Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese on top if desired Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top Serve hot with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or your favorite dippers
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Gulf Shrimp Wedge Salad

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This Gulf Shrimp Wedge Salad is a refreshing and satisfying meal perfect for warm weather. Grilled shrimp adds a burst of flavor to crisp iceberg lettuce wedges, complemented by creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy red onion, and salty feta cheese. Topped with a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, this salad is a delightful combination of textures and tastes. Ingredients: 1 lb Gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 head iceberg lettuce, cut into wedges 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced 1 avocado, sliced 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 garlic clove, minced Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Warm the grill up to a medium-high level Get a small bowl and mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper together with a whisk Put shrimp on skewers and grill for two t...
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Garlic Butter Spaghetti

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Garlic Butter Spaghetti is a quick and delicious pasta dish that combines the rich flavors of garlic, butter, and Parmesan cheese. It's perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal or a cozy dinner with loved ones. Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 tbsp butter 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tbsp chopped parsley Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Cook spaghetti until al dente, following the directions on the package After draining, set aside Melt butter in a big skillet over a medium heat Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and saut it for one to two minutes, or until it becomes fragrant When the spaghetti is cooked, add it to the skillet and toss to evenly coat it in garlic butter To taste, add salt and pepper for seasoning Over the spaghetti, scatter the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley Toss once more to thoroughly mix every...
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Kolkata Egg Roll

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A popular street food from Kolkata, this egg roll is a delightful blend of scrambled eggs, sautéed vegetables, and Indian spices, wrapped in a warm paratha or roti. Ingredients: 4 eggs 4 parathas or rotis 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1 large potato, boiled and thinly sliced 2 green chilies, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala 1/2 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder Salt to taste 2 tablespoons oil Instructions: In a bowl, beat the eggs with salt and red chili powder Heat a teaspoon of oil in a pan over medium heat Pour the beaten eggs into the pan and scramble them until cooked Set aside Heat the remaining oil in the same pan Add sliced onions and green chilies Saut until onions turn translucent Add the boiled potato slices and saut for a few minutes until they are lightly browned Sprinkle chaat masala and garam masala over th...
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Classic Beef Burger

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A timeless Labor Day classic, this juicy beef burger is grilled to perfection and loaded with your favorite toppings. It's the ultimate outdoor cooking experience! Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 4 hamburger buns 4 slices of cheese Lettuce leaves Sliced tomatoes Sliced onions Ketchup Mustard Mayonnaise Pickles Instructions: Preheat grill to medium-high heat In a bowl, combine ground beef, salt, and pepper Mix well and form into 4 patties Place patties on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness During the last minute of cooking, add a slice of cheese on each patty and close the grill lid to melt Toast the hamburger buns on the grill for a minute or until lightly browned Assemble burgers by placing lettuce, tomato, and onion slices on the bottom bun Add the c...
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Rolled Stuffed Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs stuffed with spinach and feta, wrapped in bacon for a deliciously savory dish. Ingredients: 6 boneless chicken thighs 6 slices of bacon 1 cup spinach leaves 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Warm the oven up to 190C 375F Salt and pepper the chicken thighs and lay them out flat Put spinach leaves and feta cheese on top of each chicken thigh Put a slice of bacon around each chicken thigh and roll it up tight Tack it down with toothpicks if you need to A skillet that can go in the oven should have olive oil in it Lay the rolled chicken thighs down with the seam facing down Cook for three to four minutes on each side until the bacon is golden Place the skillet in an oven that has already been heated up Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked Take out the too...
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