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Rhubarb Fritters

"I got this recipe from my niece's son. Since we live in apple country, we have enjoyed apple fritters for many years. This rhubarb treat is a nice change for spring when apples are few and rhubarb is plentiful." —Helen Budinock, Wolcott, New York

Spanakopita Spring Rolls

"I was inspired to turn original spanakopita into a hand-held hors d'oeuvre. I use egg roll wrappers in place of...


Italian Holiday Cookies

"Many of our holiday traditions centre around the foods my mother made while I was growing up. These cookies, which...


Toasted Ravioli

"While visiting a friend who had just moved to St. Louis, Missouri, I tried these toasted ravioli at almost every...


Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Doughnuts

"Guests will have a touch of nostalgia when they bite into one of these old-fashioned doughnuts. Accents of nutmeg and...

Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese Shells

"I created this deep-friend mac and cheese recipe for my husband, who loves mac and cheese. He describes this recipe...


Easy Coconut Shrimp

"Guests are always impressed when I serve these restaurant-quality shrimp. A selection of sauces served alongside adds the perfect touch."...

Chicken Corn Fritters

"I've always loved corn fritters, but they weren't satisfying as a main dish. I came up with this recipe and...


Coconut Chicken and Shrimp

"I was looking for a fun, easy weeknight dinner based on our favourite shrimp dish that was healthier than fast...


Fried Sweet Potato Pies

"With my dad being a farmer who grew them, sweet potatoes have graced our table for as long as I...