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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes
I am a fan of any chocolate+peanut butter dessert. But these cupcakes are especially moist and chocolate-y with a rich and creamy peanut butter frosting that would be delicious spread on brownies or a layer cake – or enjoyed with a spoon from a bowl!
Chicken with Ham and Mozzarella and Broiled Tomatoes
This bundle of chicken and mozzarella enclosed in prosciutto di Parma is a perfect package. Top with broiled tomatoes. For a smoky flavored chicken, use speck and smoked fresh mozzarella or, for a mild dish, use fresh mozzarella and prosciutto di Parma.
Apple Pie Sundaes
Rach transforms an American favorite in this sundae of brandied hot apple slices layerd with a cookie, ice cream, caramel sauce and whipped cream.
Bacon and Leek Mac 'n Cheese
Enrich mac and cheese with the deep flavors of bacon and leeks.
Chicken Piccata
This simply delicious Italian classic will easily become a family favorite.
Pesto Cream Cheese Spread
This bottom-of-the-jar (of pesto!) is a great use-up for the last of your cream cheese as well for this crostini appetizer or snack.
Meat-Free Buffalo Wings with Ranch Dipper
This vegetarian-friendly Buffalo "wings" dish is a guilt-free delicious snack, appetizer or side!
Jalapeño Poppers
A four-cheese stuffing mellows out spicy jalapeño peppers.
Broiled Tomato Crostini
Thyme accents toasted tomato crostini. Serve with Tuscan Pesto-Dressed Penne with Crispy Kale and Garlic.
Garlic Bread (Version 2)
Mix two cheeses and herbs for an extra-special garlic bread.
Apple Bacon Cheddar Crostini
Crispy apples complement sharp cheddar and bacon in this delightful snack.
Mini Muffin Spinach and Artichoke Bites
Spinach and artichokes are baked right in to these delicious mini muffins!
Lasagna Pizza Bread
Lasagna without the noodles is what you will find in this scrumptious bread.
Cobb Salad Layer Dip
Try this classic salad as a dipper!
San Marzano Gazpacho
Serve with Broiled Chicken Thighs with Fennel, Onions, and Roasted Red Peppers and Corn Bread Crostini.
Stuffed Cherry Peppers
These peppers can be made hot or sweet – depending on your mood. For a complete meal, serve with Philly Steak Sandwiches and Supreme Pizza Pasta Salad
French Onion Chips and Dip
Fresh veggie chips go great with this French onion dip, and it&'s easy to carry this treat to friends and family for a get-totogether.
Crostini Bar: Raw Zucchini and Corn Crostini Topper
It doesn't get easier than this: try Rach's fresh and fantastic no-cook mixture of veggies and herbs mixed with a lemon-garlic olive oil dressing!
Crab Arancini (Deviled Crab Balls)
Wow your guests with amazing crab and cheesy rice appetizers.
Greek Hummus
Serve with Orzo with Feta and Tomatoes, Chicken Souvlaki Sticks with Yogurt Dip and Fruit with Honey-Cinnamon Sauce.
Chilled Greek-Style Tomato Soup with Avocado-Feta Salad
This refreshing summer soup takes inspiration from the flavors of a classic Greek salad, with the added cool creaminess of ripe avocado.
