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Cast-iron grilled duck with orange confitThe floral perfume of orange confit, highlighted by its scorched bitter notes, accentuates the rich gamey flavor of duck breast. The hint of sweetness from brown sugar rounds everything out.
Chevre cheesecake with hazelnut crust and fruit compoteChevre 鈥� mild goat cheese 鈥� and lemon juice give this cheesecake a tangy flavor note. The hazelnut adds a rich, nutty crunch, and the fruit compote a lively tart finish.聽
Sweet potato chipsToss the greasy store-bought potato chips, and try these homemade sweet potato chips. As a quick and easy snack or a fun side for dinner, these chips will be a family favorite.聽
Creamy non-dairy tropical smoothieThis quick and easy dairy-free smoothie is a great way to start a super-powered day.
Amazing apricot barsSweeten up your day with these gooey apricot bars on a delicious shortbread crust.
St. Patrick鈥檚 Day: Colcannon (Irish mashed potatoes and cabbage)In colcannon, mashed potatoes and cabbage are combined to create a dish that will feel like a welcome to the Emerald Isle on St. Patrick's Day.
Two Irish cookbooks, one hearty weeknight meal: Pork and potato cakesLeftover mashed potatoes combine with ground pork, grated apple, chopped onion and fresh sage for a quick, economical, thoroughly satisfying dinner.聽
Tourtiere: A Canadian meat pie for St. Paddy's or a picnicThere's never a wrong time of year for a savory meat pie. This one incorporates pork, beef, and mushrooms, and is perfect for a chilly evening at home, or a sunny day outdoors.
The true spirit of St. Patrick's DaySt. Patrick's Day in Ireland is actually a stay-at-home day on which many pubs are closed, writes chef Cathal Armstrong in his new cookbook, 'My Irish Table.'
Pi Day: Serve up a slice of rich chocolate cream piePi Day on March 14 is celebrated in all kinds of binary ways, but the sweetest approach is to measure that diameter across your favorite pie filling.
Lemon muffinsThese lemon treats are a mix between a muffin and a cupcake. Top them with a smidgen of melted butter and a sprinkling of sugar.
Reuben sandwichA good Reuben sandwich is filled with corned beef and lots of cheese and grilled to crispy goodness on rye or pumpernickel bread.
Cottage cheese dinner rollsOld-fashioned yet unusual, cottage cheese makes these rolls light and delightfully tangy.
Peanut butter and jam muffinsPeanut butter-lovers unite! Use any jam (or jelly) of your choice to add a flavorful filling for these fun muffins.
Upside down pizza pie bakeThis pizza casserole makes a quick weeknight meal to please the whole family.
Mustard-glazed pork loin roastA pork loin roast that is coated with a glaze of Dijon mustard, rosemary, shallot, and garlic, allowed to marinate for several hours, then roasted until just cooked through.
Mardi Gras recipe: Cajun jambalayaA delicious, spicy rice casserole filled with chicken, sausage, and shrimp for Mardi Gras. Add a splash of Tabasco if you like things extra hot.
Pancake Tuesday: Chocolate chip pancakes with saut茅ed bananasWant a decadent breakfast for Pancake Tuesday? Let the batter rest for a half an hour, stir in chocolate chips, then top a golden stack of pancakes with caramelized bananas.
Dutch baby pancake for Pancake DayShrove Tuesday, also known as Pancake Day is this Tuesday, March 4. Even if this is not an occasion you observe, pancakes are good any time right?
New Orleans delight: Grillades and gritsWhen culinary thoughts turn southward toward Louisiana and Mardi Gras, satisfy hearty appetites with this New Orleans tradition of slow-cooked meat and vegetables served over creamy grits.
