Gooey Mexican Chili Cheese Dip

1 lb. cream cheese, softened 2 16-oz. cans chili (with or without beans and meat) 2 lb. shredded Mexican cheese blend 1 bag tortilla chips Preheat oven to 300 degrees.  Using a 9X 13″ baking pan, spread cream cheese on the bottom.  Create one layer with chili followed by shredded cheese to cover the top. …

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Leek-and-Potato Fritters

1 large russet potato, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces (about 1/2 pound) 1 teaspoon salt 2 pounds leeks, thinly sliced 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup matzo meal or fine, dry breadcrumbs 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup canola oil Sour cream (optional) Cook…

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Shrimp-and-Cheese Appetizer

1/4 pound unpeeled, medium-size shrimp, cooked 3/4 to 1 cup salsa 2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 green onion, chopped Tortilla chips Peel shrimp, and devein, if desired; chop shrimp. Stir together salsa and cilantro; spoon mixture over cream cheese. Top with shrimp, and sprinkle with green onion. Serve…

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Pork Tenderloin Appetizer Sandwiches

1 (3/4-pound) pork tenderloin 1/2 cup Burgundy or other dry red wine 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon dried thyme 3/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup spicy brown mustard Cocktail rolls Place…

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Buffalo Wings

24 chicken wings 1/2 cup melted butter 6 T. hot sauce 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 4 tablespoons soy sauce 1 cup light brown sugar 6 cloves Garlic, minced Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place wings in a baking pan. In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, hot pepper sauce, cayenne pepper, soy sauce, brown sugar,…

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