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Cheesecake is a dessert consisting of one or more layers. The main, and thickest, layer consists of a mixture of a soft, fresh cheese (cottage cheese, cream cheese or ricotta), eggs, and sugar. If there is a bottom layer, it most often consists of a crust or base made from crushed cookies, graham crackers, pastry, or sponge cake. Cheesecake may be baked or unbaked and then is usually refrigerated. Cheesecake is usually sweetened with sugar and may be flavored in different ways. Vanilla, spices, lemon, chocolate, pumpkin, or other flavors may be added to the main cheese layer. Additional ...

66 Copycat Restaurant Drink Recipes in This Cookbook With the current economic climate many people can't afford to go out to eat any more. On top of that, many restaurants had to close either temporarily or permanently. Many chain restaurants are regional and when people move to different parts of the United States or to different parts of the world, they no longer have access to their favorite fast food or chain restaurants. If you want your favorite beverage but you don't want to pay the expensive restaurant price, then look no further. This cookbook has all the copy cat drink recipes ...

Turmeric is a popular spice in Mediterranean and Indian dishes. It is used a lot in rice and curries. It can be added to drinks such as tea or smoothies. Turmeric can be used in soups, salads and with meats such as chicken or lamb. Turmeric has many health and healing benefits. It has the potential to prevent heart disease, Alzheimer's and cancer. It's an antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory. It may also help improve symptoms of depression and arthritis. This cookbook is full of delicious recipes that use turmeric for its many healthy healing benefits.

113 Delicious Philadelphia Recipes in This Cookbook!Philadelphia cuisine is not limited to cheese steak. In reality, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is a mecca for original recipes and food dishes that have become so ingrained in the American culture, many people don’t realize their origins or association with the City of Brotherly Love, as the locals call it. The city was founded by William Penn, who is the namesake for state of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia or “Philly” is one of the oldest cities in the United States. It is the economic anchor to the area known as the “Delaware Valley” ...

Orzo is a type of pasta that's similar to rice in shape, size, and texture. It can also be said that it looks like barley. Orzo is Italian for "barley," which is because it resembles this grain. Orzo is a "pastina," which is a category of tiny shapes commonly used for soups. Besides soups, orzo can also be used as a substitute for rice in casseroles or stews. It can also be mixed with sauces and herbs for a delicious side dish or main course. This cookbook contains a delicious array of traditional and unique orzo recipes.

52 Quiche Recipes in This Cookbook A quiche is a wonderful and savory egg pie that originated in Lorraine, France in 1605.A quiche usually has a crust, however in America there are crust-less varieties to satisfy anyone on a low carb diet. There are many varieties of quiche pies available with various vegetables, cheeses and meats added to the filling to create as many different unique combinations as possible. Vegans use tofu instead of eggs to create a variety that adheres to their dietary palette. This cookbook explores a plethora of delicious mouthwatering quiche recipes for everyone to...

With the current economic climate many people can't afford to go out to eat any more. On top of that, many restaurants had to close either temporarily or permanently. Many chain restaurants are regional and when people move to different parts of the United States or to different parts of the world, they no longer have access to their favorite fast food or chain restaurants. People love seafood and fish and many restaurants have their signature favorite shrimp scampi, lobster roll or crab bisque. Creating a copycat version will save the home chef and their family a lot of money. This ...

Portobello mushrooms are incredibly savory and meaty. They are a good source of fiber, with 11 percent of the daily value, and they contain a lot of water. This means that they don't contain many calories per gram. Eating portabella mushrooms can help you lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. Portabella mushrooms have about 2 grams of protein per cap which makes them a great vegetarian substitute for meat. Portabella mushrooms can be stuffed with other ingredients such as meats, cheeses and vegetables. They can be laid between two pieces of bread and eaten like a sandwich or burger. ...

Traditional Memphis RecipesMemphis, Tennessee is known worldwide as the home of the Blues and the birthplace of Rock and Roll. It is known for such great artists as Elvis Presley, Isaac Hayes and Johnny Cash. Memphis is known for barbecue. Memphis style barbecue is one of the top four styles of barbecue popular in the United States. The Memphis uses pork that has been smoked in a smoker over a long period of time: usually several hours. The sauce is typically a dry rub for the ribs but wet sauce is also used for sandwiches and other nontraditional dishes such as pizza, spaghetti and nachos....

Deviled Egg RecipesLooking for a devilishly delicious recipe for eggs? Then how about some delectable Deviled eggs? There are traditional Deviled eggs that we have all had at our grandmother’s house during those family reunions. Then there are those office parties where someone tries to impress the boss with their secret recipe for Deviled eggs. There are also the friend’s party when the show off brings in their extra spicy or crunchy Deviled eggs that everyone oos and ahhs over. They are great for spring and Easter dinner. With a Devil May Care attitude, you too can make unusual and ...

Penne is a cylinder-shaped pasta with angled ends. Penne comes from the word for pen. It was originally created to look like the end of a writing nib of a fountain pen. Penne is often used in casseroles, baked dishes and as a base for many different sauces. Penne can be topped with cheese, pesto, tomato sauce and a variety of herbs. This cookbook contains many delicious traditional and unique recipes using penne pasta.

Waffle is a dish made from batter or dough that is cooked between two plates or "waffle iron" that have a checkered patterned. Waffles are traditionally served for breakfast with butter and maple syrup, but they can also be served at lunch or dinner as in chicken and waffles. They can also be served as a dessert as in chocolate waffles. The Belgian waffle is popular which is very thick and has larger and deeper squares with which to catch the toppings such as ice cream. Waffles are incredibly versatile and are great at making a wide range of meals - both sweet and savory. Learn how to make ...

Shiitake mushrooms are not only a delicious food used in many Asian dishes, but it is also used for many medicinal purposes. An extract made from this mushroom is used as medicine. Shiitake mushroom is used for boosting the immune system, HIV/AIDS, lowering blood cholesterol levels, hardening of the arteries, diabetes, eczema, colds and flu, treating prostate or breast cancer, and as an anti-aging agent. Shiitake mushrooms are used in soups, stews, noodle dishes and many other recipes. Please enjoy all the healing properties of this ancient superfood with all the scrumptious recipes in this...

52 Delicious Christmas Fruitcake Recipes in This CookbookEveryone is familiar with Fruitcake. It is the candied sponge cake given at Christmas time as gifts or served after a delicious holiday meal. Sometimes fruitcake is in the shape of a holiday wreath and sometimes it is shaped like a loaf. But fruitcake has gotten a bad reputation. Mainly because of the unappetizing, mass produced store bought variety. The solution to that is to make your own But there isn’t just one recipe out there. This cookbook is full of mouth-watering delicious Christmas fruitcake recipes for you to try. There ...

55 Egg Noodle Recipes in This Cookbook Egg noodles are the perfect base for many savory and even sweet dishes. Egg noodles are used quite often in casseroles. They are also used as a nest for rich sauces such as stroganoff or meat sauce. Most people have a bag of dried egg noodles in their cupboard. This recipe book gives simple steps on how to make egg noodles from scratch but it also gives instructions for a plethora of delicious meal that use egg noodles whether fresh or from a bag. Enjoy these yummy egg noodle recipes any day of the week.

Cucumbers are a light refreshing summer vegetable that goes great in salads, sushi and sandwiches. There are many delicious ways to prepare cucumbers. They can be chopped, sliced or pureed. Cucumbers contain antioxidants, are high in fiber and can aid in weight loss. This cookbook contains many tasty cucumber recipes for you to make.

Spaghetti is a long, thin, solid, cylindrical pasta. It is a staple food of Italian cuisine. Spaghetti is cooked and then topped with a variety of sauces, such as tomato, pesto or clams. Quite often herbs and cheese are sprinkled on top. Non-traditional dishes are created with spaghetti such as spaghetti pie, spaghetti casserole or spaghetti tacos. This cookbook contains a delicious array of traditional and unique spaghetti recipes.

Sugar Free Cookie Bar and Brownie Recipes Cookie Bars and Brownies are a great dessert for parties and friendly gatherings. But if you are diabetic or trying to lose weight they are a temptation. Look no further. I have compiled a list of sugar-free low carb cookie bar and brownie recipes for the diabetic or sugar conscious weight watcher. I hope that you enjoy! This book is part of the Super Awesome Sugar Free Diabetic Series! Other mouth watering books in this series include: Cookies: Super Awesome Sugar Free Diabetic Cookie Recipes Muffins: Super Awesome Sugar Free Diabetic Muffin ...

53 Canadian Holiday Christmas Recipes in This Cookbook The Christmas holiday season in Canada is a time of great delicious culinary treats. Christmas in Canada consists of many delicious dishes such as sweet potato casserole, mashed potatoes and Brussel sprouts. Wild turkey is abundant in Canada and this cookbook includes many different ways to cook them for your holiday feast. Cranberries are a national food, therefore cranberries are included as part of the celebration. Special holiday French Canadian dishes include butter tart, mulled drinks, Tourtiere, Nanaimo Bars, and a Buche de Noel ...

New Year's Eve Martini RecipesMartinis are the cocktail of speakeasies, stock brokers and James Bond. Shaken, not stirred I always say. This classic concoction is made from vodka and vermouth with salt around the rim. This drink even has its own glass. It has given way to many varieties on the basic recipe with the olive or onion garnish. New sweet recipes such as appletinis, pumpkintinis and chocolatinis are now common mixology for any bartender. This book contains many of your favorite variations of the martini for your next party or holiday.