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SANDRA'S HOT ALASKAN MOOSE TACO DIP and MINI-BISCUIT APPETIZER

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I created this recipe after being inspired by several variations that I've had in the past. Here's my 'Alaska Spin' on this delightful appetizer -------- You are able to make it to your exact spiciness level versus my medium version ~ simply substitute milder salsa for a lighter dip or hotter salsa for a dip with more zest... Yields: 6 to 8 servings Prep: 15 Mins. Bake 23-25 Mins. INGREDIENTS Dip: 1 lb extra-lean moose burger 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic 1/4 teaspoon granulated onion 1 pkg. dry cheesy taco seasoning mix 2 cups medium salsa (from Costco) 1 cup Mexican-blend shredded cheese 1 cup shredded medium cheddar cheese 1 (4 oz. pkg.) cream cheese, cubed at room temperature --2 green onions (both white and green parts), sliced Atop dip/mini-biscuits: 1 pkg. Grand Biscuits, quartered and formed into balls 1 tablespoon melted butter 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic 1 teaspoon dry cilantro Paprika METHOD: Preheat oven to 350 degrees, while placing rack on lower 2/3...

SANDRA'S PEANUT BUTTER-MINI CHOCOLATE CHIP-CINNAMON COOKIES

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A light, buttery cookie that enhances in flavor over time, they're delectable and deliciously addicting! Yields: About 42 cookies Prep 15 mins Bake: 10-12 mins INGREDIENTS 1 cup creamy peanut butter 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1 large egg, beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon double-acting baking powder (or regular) 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt (omit if using salted butter) 1/4 cup semi-sweet mini chocolate chips --Sugar (1/2 cup) for rolling balls, and dipping fork to form criss-cross texture on cookie tops METHOD Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare baking sheets topped with silpat liners or parchment paper; set aside. In a stand mixer using the paddle attachment, cream together the peanut butter, butter, white sugar, and brown sugar for 5 minutes, until light and creamy. Add the beaten egg and vanilla, mixing to combine. Place...

SANDRA'S VERSATILE SWEET ZUCCHINI BREAD RECIPE

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A very versatile recipe where you can change out certain ingredients, for example:  --*6 oz. container (Appx. 1/2 cup) Peach Yogurt  with your favorite flavor, and/or --*2 cups of zucchini with your favorite combo of fruit/berries  (i.e., apple, carrot, raspberries, bananas, etc.); and/or, --*Toasted slivered almonds to various nuts and/or the addition of  chocolate chips, raisins, dried fruit, and so on...  ~ Have fun with it, I do! ~ Prep: 15 Mins. Bake: 1 Hr. "I have only used half of this huge Juneau-Alaskan-Grown zucchini and made 16 mini Versatile Sweet Zucchini Bread loaves so far. Mucho thanks to sis Nadine and friend Kathy!" Yields: (2 Regular Loaves, or 4 Mini) INGREDIENTS Wet: 3 large eggs 1/2 cup vegetable oil *1 (6 oz. container) Peach 99% fat-free yogurt - (Or, your flavor choice); --I typically use what I have on hand, which was Yoplait (Appx. 1/2 cup) 3 teaspoons vanilla extract Dry (Sifted through a sieve atop wet ingredients): 2-3/4 cups a...