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4,624 recipes

Jack Frost Cocktail

A frozen blended drink of pineapple juice, blue curaçao, white rum and cream of coconut, served in glasses rimmed with corn syrup and flaked coconut.

AmericanDrink10 minServes 2496 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: cubes

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-4449 · Hand-built original

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Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos

Young green jackfruit marinated in tamari, maple syrup, liquid smoke and spices, simmered with chipotle and orange juice, shredded and served in warm tortillas.

AmericanMain course1 hr 5 minServes 472 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: sugar

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-9547 · Hand-built original

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Jalapeño Bacon Cheeseball

A cream cheese ball with cheddar, jalapeños and bacon mixed inside, rolled in a crunchy coating of more bacon and jalapeño plus chopped pecans.

AmericanAppetizer, Snack15 minServes 12138 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: bacon

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-14215 · Hand-built original

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Jalapeño Honey Butter Cheddar Corn Biscuits

Cornmeal biscuits with fresh corn and sharp cheddar, laminated with letter folds and baked in a cast iron skillet. A warm jalapeño honey butter, made from the same butter measure, is served over the golden biscuits.

AmericanBread0 min9 biscuits314 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: corn

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-7346 · Hand-built original

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Jalapeño Popper Casserole

Shredded chicken, bacon and diced jalapeños folded into a seasoned cream cheese base and baked under cheddar. The reserved bacon and jalapeño go on top so they stay distinct from the filling.

AmericanDinner, Main Course40 minServes 4748 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-7347 · Hand-built original

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Jalapeño Popper Dip

A baked dip of cream cheese, mayonnaise and sour cream with bacon, jalapeños, mozzarella and cheddar under a crushed Fritos and parmesan topping.

AmericanAppetizer30 minServes 8547 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: cheese

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-10356 · Hand-built original

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Jalapeño Popper Dip

A baked appetizer dip of cream cheese, mayo and sour cream loaded with diced jalapeños, crisp bacon, cheddar and Monterey Jack, baked until golden and bubbly.

AmericanAppetizerServes 8528 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: cheese

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-9231 · Hand-built original

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Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups

Wonton wrappers baked into cups in a muffin tin and filled with a cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella and jalapeño mixture.

AmericanAppetizer35 minServes 2451 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cheese

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-11752 · Hand-built original

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Jalapeño Turkey Crunch Sandwich

A ciabatta roll layered with Cajun-roasted turkey, crisp bacon and melted pepper jack under a loud handful of jalapeño kettle chips. The avocado and cilantro spread, blended with egg yolk and Dijon mustard, stands in for plain mayonnaise on both halves.

AmericanMain courseServes 1792 kcalGluten-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: turkey

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-12471 · Hand-built original

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Jalapeño-Corn Dip

Jalapeño-Corn Dip is a American appetizer centred on corn, prepared in a straightforward home style. Serve it as directed in the method.

AmericanAppetizer0 min8 servings673 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: corn

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-4114 · Hand-built original

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Jammy Egg Cornmeal Muffins

A savoury cornmeal and flour batter seasoned with smoked paprika, chili powder, rosemary and white pepper is baked in a jumbo muffin tin around whole soft-boiled eggs. Each muffin hides a jammy egg in its centre, with chives folded through the batter.

AmericanBreakfast0 minServes 6643 kcalVegetarian

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-6668 · Hand-built original

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Japanese Creme Sandwiches

Fried Japanese milk bread pockets filled with whipped cream and strawberries, or with whipped cream and custard finished with a torched sugar crust.

AmericanDessert40 min10 servings206 kcalVegetarianDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-9912 · Hand-built original

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Japanese Egg Sandwich

A Japanese-style egg salad of mashed yolks and chopped whites in mayonnaise with mustard and cream, sandwiched in crustless buttered milk bread with cucumber.

AmericanMain course30 min4 sandwiches118 kcalVegetarianDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-9914 · Hand-built original

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Jason's Deli Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

A creamy chicken and wild rice soup with rotisserie chicken, onion, carrots and celery softened in butter, thickened with flour and finished with heavy cream and poultry seasoning.

Americandinner, lunch, Soup1 hr 5 minServes 6392 kcalEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-14230 · Hand-built original

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Juicy Apple Bourbon Fall Cocktail

A built-in-the-glass bourbon and apple juice drink with two syrups and a squeeze of lemon. Juicy and simple, with an optional sparkling top.

AmericanDrink5 minServes 1337 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: bourbon

Pairs well with: pork chops, apple fritters, butternut soup, caramel popcorn

HB-18698 · Hand-built original

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Juicy Cajun Butter Turkey

A dry-brined turkey rubbed under and over the skin with Cajun herb compound butter, roasted over vegetables in broth and wine, basted and injected with more butter under a butter-soaked cheesecloth.

AmericanMain course11 hrServes 15509 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: turkey

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-9421 · Hand-built original

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Juicy Roast Turkey

How to Make the Juiciest Roast Turkey Recipe - no lengthy marinating required, and the turkey brine is optional. An easy and failproof method for Thanksgiving turkey.

AmericanMain Course2 hr 50 minServes 12165 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: turkey

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-1233 · Hand-built original

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Juicy Tomahawk Steak

A thick bone-in rib-eye, hard-seared then gently roasted to temperature and rested so every slice stays juicy, with rosemary and parsley over the top.

AmericanDinner1 hr 5 minServes 2Gluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: steak

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-17170 · Hand-built original

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Kaak al-Quds

Jerusalem-style sesame rings of yeasted dough dipped in milk and toasted sesame seeds, baked at high heat until golden.

AmericanBreakfast3 hr6 servings729 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: dough:

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-9917 · Hand-built original

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