You might need to buy:
  • finely grated lemon zest
  • fresh strawberries
  • kirsch or brandy

I also have recipes for his reccomended toppings (strawberry, pineapple, or blueberry) in the dessert tags.

serves 10
You might need to buy:
  • graham cracker crumbs
  • unsalted butter
  • cream cheese
  • lemon
  • orange
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According to a reviewer over at foodtv(dot)com, you have to be really patient with the sugar. I’ll let you know.

Also read that vanilla extract works just as well.

ready in about an hour and a half; serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • vanilla bean
  • cinnamon stick
  • heavy cream
  • lemon
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serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • kidney beans
  • large can diced tomatoes
  • Fritos

You can substitute pears and crumbled bleu cheese for the apples and craisins.

serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • craisins
  • finely chopped apples
  • romaine lettuce
serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • # baby carrots
  • nutmeg
  • lemon juice
  • heavy whipping cream

You can “play” with the seasonings. I sometimes add worchestershire, red pepper flakes, onion and/or garlic salt…etc.

ready in about an hour; serves 4
ready in about an hour and 5 minutes; serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • sliced olives
  • enchilada seasoning
  • Tortillas
You might need to buy:
  • jalapeno pepper
  • red bell pepper
  • black beans
  • lime
  • cilantro

Add half and half when pureeing for a creamier “bisque” flavor and consistancy.

You might need to buy:
  • medium butternut squash
  • freshly grated ginger
  • unsalted butter
  • chicken broth
  • *half and half