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SANDRA'S EASY CHOCOLATE COCONUT MARSHMALLOW FUDGE

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The most creamy and decadent fudge ever! You can also sub out the coconut and marshmallows for chopped nuts, or the chips for other flavors... Yield: 36 squares Prep: 10 Mins. Cook: 5-10 Mins. Chill: 2 Hrs. INGREDIENTS 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 (14-oz can) sweetened condensed milk (not unsweetened evaporated milk) Pinch of kosher salt 1/2 cup finely shredded sweetened coconut 2 cups miniature marshmallows 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract METHOD Line an 8" square baking dish with foil, leaving extension handles over edges of about 2". Place a heavy bottom medium saucepan over low heat, add the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and salt. Stir constantly, gently, until all chips have melted.   Remove from heat. Fold in vanilla, then the coconut and marshmallows. Spread mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Chill, uncovered, in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours before removing foil, then cutting into 36 squares (*see below). Store any leftovers i...

SANDRA'S SIGNATURE CREAMY TOMATO VINAIGRETTE

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I usually have this incredible creamy vinaigrette on hand in my refrigerator, it's a fresh and tasty staple readily available at most times in my house... Yield: 2 cups Prep: 10 Mins. Refrigerate: Up to 7 days INGREDIENTS 1 cup mayonnaise 1 cup seeded and diced roma tomatoes 1/3 cup diced yellow onion 3 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons Mazola oil 1/2 teaspoon garlic granules (or powder) 3 tablespoons dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon freshly chopped) 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper METHOD Place all ingredients into the pitcher of a blender; puree until smooth. Transfer to a pint-size Mason jar, cover, and store in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours for flavors to meld, or up to 7 days. Serve with your favorite garden salad, or as a vegetable or torn rustic bread dip. ~ Enjoy!

SANDRA'S LAYERED FRUIT-LADEN LEMON JELLO DESSERT

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Top layer: Lemon jello, pineapple, pears Middle Layer: Sweet creamy mixture Bottom Layer: Lemon jello, pineapple, peaches Servings: (8 to 10) Prep: 15 Mins. Refrigerate: 1st time-1-1/2 hrs; 2nd time-4 hrs. INGREDIENTS: 2-Layer Jello-Fruit Mixture: 2 (3 oz. boxes) fat-free lemon jello, divided 2 cups boiling water, divided 1 15 oz. can peaches in light syrup, drained (reserve juice) 1 15 oz. can pears in light syrup, drained (reserve juice) 1 20 oz. can crushed pineapple, drained (reserve juice) --[Note: Overall, you'll only be using 1 cup of reserved fruit juice) Middle Creamy Layer Mixture: 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons agave (or 1 tablespoon honey) METHOD: In a medium, round, glass bowl, add one pkg. lemon jello; stir in 1 cup of boiling water to dissolve. In a small, round, glass bowl, the second pkg. lemon jello; stir in 1 cup of boiling water to dissolve. Separately drain the 3 cans of fruit through a sieve a medium bowl to drain; setting 3 different dra...

SANDRA'S RESTAURANT-STYLE JAPANESE SALAD DRESSING

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For a fast and easy Japanese dressing recipe tasting super similar to those found in top-notch Japanese restaurants ~ This one's for you! Yields: (1-1/2 cups) Prep: 5 Mins. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet white onion 1/2 cup canola oil 2 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons ground ginger (or 2 tablespoons freshly grated) 2 tablespoons minced celery 3 tablespoons ketchup 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic 1/2 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper METHOD: Add all ingredients in order listed in blender.  Place lid on top, and blend on high speed for a minimum of 30 seconds, until dressing is smooth. Let dressing stand a minimum of 4 hours in refrigerator for flavors to meld before serving. ~ Enjoy! Sandra's Japanese Restaurant-Style Salad (Click for recipe)... ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tip: Store dressing in refrigerator in a tightly covered glass container for up to 1 week....

SANDRA�S EASY PUMPKIN LOG ROLL with a CREAMY MAPLE FILLING

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A phenomenal dessert that freezes well, so the pumpkin log roll  can be made ahead of time and sliced while frozen into pieces  for a stunning  presentation.. . Servings: (10 to 12) Prep: 15 Mins. Bake: 12-15 Mins. INGREDIENTS Roll: Wet Mixture: 3 large eggs, slightly beaten 1 cup granulated sugar 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 2/3 cup pure pumpkin 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Dry Ingredients: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon salt Filling: 1 (8 oz. tub), cold, whipped cream cheese 1 cup confectioners' (powdered) sugar, sifted 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 teaspoon mapleine --Additional confectioners� sugar (for decoration) METHOD Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 15�x10� jelly-roll pan; line with parchment paper, then spray top of paper as well. Set aside a clean tea towel ...