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Scandinavian Almond Bar cookie recipe | writes4food.com

Christmas Cookie-Palooza: Scandinavian almond bars.

A rich and flavorful bar cookie that’s perfect for Christmas cookie swaps: Scandinavian Almond Bars. This recipe dates back many years to Better Homes & Gardens magazine.

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chocolate nut meringue cookies | writes4food.com

Christmas Cookie-Palooza: chocolate-nut meringues.

I added a pop of dark chocolate to this old-fashioned recipe for nut meringue cookies, and love the combination of flavors and textures.

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recipe for pecan dream cookies (aka Mexican Wedding Cookies) | writes4food.com

Christmas Cookie-Palooza: Pecan snowball cookies.

Here’s a classic Christmas cookie recipe: Pecan Snowballs (aka Mexican Wedding Cookies). They’re full-flavored but not too sweet, perfectly light and a welcome addition to a holiday cookie platter.

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Christmas Cookie-Palooza: Hermits.

This recipe for hermit cookies kicks off our Christmas Cookie-Palooza at writes4food. Stock up on butter and sugar, and bake along with us!

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Pasta with bacon, kale and Fontina.

Fall farmers’ markets around here are still chock full of hardy kale and good local bacon. Pair the two with this easy pasta dish.

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simple pizza with prosciutto, Fontina and arugula | writes4food.com

Pizza with prosciutto, fontina and arugula.

No matter what the season, no matter what’s going on, you’ll love this pizza with good prosciutto, flavorful Fontina and peppery arugula.

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Easy recipe for old-fashioned chocolate pudding cake

The Clara Project: Hot fudge pudding cake.

Chocolate pudding meets chocolate cake in this super easy, comforting, warm dessert.

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grape truffle appetizer recipe | writes4food.com

Grape and goat cheese appetizers.

This great appetizer recipe for grapes wrapped in goat cheese would make a perfect pre-Thanksgiving nibble.

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old-fashioned chocolate cake roll recipe | writes4food.com

The Clara Project: chocolate roll cake.

This classic chocolate-roll cake recipe is filled with orange-flavored whipped cream. It’s super easy to make for a dinner party.

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