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Last Posted Recipe: Jan 4, 2017
Black and white cookies
Literary recipe: Black and white cookies inspired by "Rich and Pretty"
by paperplatesblogIndian Summer sundaes
A blend of warm fall flavors and ripe summery peaches all in one
by paperplatesblogWhole wheat sourdough bread
Use it for toast with butter and jam, or kick it up a notch by topping your toast with avocado, fried egg, goat cheese and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
by paperplatesblogStrawberry pinwheels with a surprise
Puff pastry pinwheels stuffed with chocolate-hazelnut spread and topped with fresh strawberries and powdered sugar
by paperplatesblogBeef manti (dumplings)
Manti: A comforting dumpling that can be done with any ground meat
by paperplatesblogBlood Orange Julius
Blood Orange Julius: Put a twist on a childhood favorite for this year's Halloween party.
by paperplatesblogSpiced sweet potato spread
Next-level spiced sweet potato spread. Adjust heat as desired.
by paperplatesblogSprinkle-dipped marshmallows
Easy, no-bake sprinkle-dipped marshmallows. Perfect party food!
by paperplatesblogCreamy Tomato Bisque for one
Curl up with Robert Galbraith's "The Silkworm" and a single-serving mug of creamy tomato bisque.
by paperplatesblog"Fake-out" Chow Mein
A guilt-free "fake-out" chow mein recipe inspired by Jean Kwok's "Mambo In Chinatown."
by paperplatesblogSage shortbread cookies
A savory dessert inspired by the short stories in Sam Lipsyte's "The Fun Parts"
by paperplatesblogScallop Vermicelli
A nuanced dish that reflects the complexity of Kellie Strøm's "Worse Things Happen At Sea". Perfect for a book club.
by paperplatesblogHomemade elderflower blush liqueur
A cool, sweet cocktail for hot summer afternoons
by paperplatesblogDaal with tomatoes
A vegetarian South Asian dish that works as a side or a main lunch dish.
by paperplatesblogLemon-Mint Iced Tea
Cold brewed iced tea with a hint of mint and lemon simple syrup
by paperplatesblogDark chocolate raspberry truffles
Delicious, bite-sized truffles with a sweet raspberry filling
by paperplatesblogRaspberry Tart
A buttery crust with a sweet-with-a-hint-of-tart raspberry filling.
by paperplatesblogAlmond brittle
Brown butter and sugar combine to encase slivered almonds for a sweet and salty treat.
by paperplatesblogCoffee Ice Pops
Coffee ice pops that are as good as ice cubes in your favorite drink or on their own as a refreshing jolt of caffeine.
by paperplatesblogSalted Caramel Brownies
A luscious study in contrasts, with sea salt playing beautifully off of rich chocolate and caramel.
by paperplatesblogWild Mushroom Risotto
This risotto serves mushrooms two ways: as chunks hidden among the rice and cheese and infused into the broth itself.
by paperplatesblogChocolate Cayenne Cookies
Chocolate cayenne cookies: Sweet and spicy proof that opposites do attract.
by paperplatesblogWhole-Wheat Muffins
A recipe for delicious, fluffy, versatile muffins that are comforting, full of love, and uncomplicated.
by paperplatesblogApple-walnut fritters
Fried deliciousness filled with tart apple and crunchy walnuts. Inspired by Croatian fritule.
by paperplatesblogTomato breakfast tartine
Soft tomatoes and Brie mix with toasted garlic bread and a runny fried egg for a warm and hearty breakfast
by paperplatesblogMushroom, spinach and feta crepe
The crepe itself is a blank canvas, while the options for fillings show the many different ways the meal could go.
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