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Recipes For Success A collection of recipes from The CE Shop team

CONTENTSCHALLAH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

WILD RICE THANKSGIVING CASSEROLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

CHICKEN BACON ASPARAGUS TWISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

CHICKEN OR TURKEY POT PIE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

CROCK-POT CHICKEN TAQUITOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

TACO SOUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

SLOW-COOKER MAC ‘N CHEESE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

ONE-PAN HONEY TURMERIC CHICKEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

SPICY WHITE BEAN CHICKEN CHILI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

SET IT AND FORGET IT TWO-MEAL

FOUR-LEGGED CROCK-POT CHICKEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

EASY BATTER ROLLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

SAUSAGE STARS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

HAMBURGER, PEAS, AND POTATOES CASSEROLE . . . . . . . .29

CINNAMON CHEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

CARROT CAKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

VELVETY CHOCOLATE BUTTER PECAN PIE . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

HOMEMADE PEPPERMINT PATTIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

RHUBARB CUSTARD PIE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Food Is LoveReal estate is about building community, both literally and figuratively, and nothing creates a sense of community faster than a tasty meal . “Food is love” is a phrase often uttered by our Founder, Michael McAllister, and it’s at the core of our giving back philosophy . As our company continues to provide agents across the country with a more convenient way to learn, we thought we’d put that mantra to the test and compile some of our employees’ favorite recipes to share with our students . We hope that the dishes within this cookbook fill your home with delectable food and help you create a stronger sense of community, wherever you are . From our table to yours, The CE Shop

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CHALLAH RECIPE BY EVAN HANSCOTT - DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER

PREP: 2 - 2 .5 hours COOK: 25 - 35 minutes COOL: 20 - 30 minutes

1 package dry yeast5 cups all purpose flour2 tbsp . sugar (modified to 3 heaping)1½ tsp . of salt¹/³ cup butter or margarine (room temp)1 cup hot water3 eggs (room temp)1 egg white (room temp)Safron

Glaze:1 yolk (from egg above)2 tbsp . of sugar1 tsp . cold water½ tsp . poppy seeds to sprinkleBaking sheet:Large baking sheet greased or teflon

1. In a large bowl, mix yeast, 2 cups flour, sugar, salt, and butter/margarine . Gradually add water to the dry ingredients and beat at a medium speed of electric mixer for 2 minutes . Scrape bowl occasionally . Add Saffron, 3 eggs, and 1 egg white . The batter will be thick . Beat 2 minutes at high speed . Put aside electric beater and continue mixing in flour with a wooden spoon . Add about 3 additional cups of flour one at a time, until the rough mass is no longer sticky . If it's moist, add small amounts of flour until the dough cleans the side of the bowl .

2. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic (6 minutes with a dough hook) .

3. Return dough to the mixing bowl which has been washed or wiped clean and greased . Turn dough so it is oiled on all sides .

4. Cover dough tightly with a length of plastic wrap and place it in a warm draft-free place until dough has doubled in size (approximately 1 hour; add 30 minutes for high altitude) . If baking at high altitude, repeat the kneading process .

5. Punch the dough down and knead out the bubbles . Divide dough in half .

6. To braid, divide each half into three equal pieces . Hand roll each piece into a 12-inch length .

7. Lay rolls parallel to each other . Start the braid in the middle and work to one end . Pinch the end securely together, turn around, and complete the other end . Repeat with the second piece . Place two braids on a baking sheet .

8. Beat together the remaining eggs, yolk, sugar, and cold water . Carefully brush braids with the mixture . Sprinkle with poppy seeds . Don’t cover braids for the second rise; they will double in bulk (about 1 hour or longer in high altitude) .

9. Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees (or 350 degrees) . Bake in the oven until braids are done, determined when a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and dry . The loaves will be shiny and golden brown . Suggested time: 25 - 35 minutes .

10. Remove from oven and cool until it has stiffened a little .

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WILD RICE THANKSGIVING CASSEROLERECIPE BY HANNAH COWARD - GRAPHIC DESIGNER AND MULTIMEDIA SPECIALIST

PREP: 15 minutes COOK: 45 - 60 minutes COOL: 10 minutes

1 small butternut squash1 acorn squashOlive oil (approx. 4 tbsp.)4 sprigs rosemary, chopped6 cloves minced garlic (or to taste)4 cups wild rice

6 cups chicken stock2 tbsp . jalapeno sauce4 tbsp . butter8 oz cranberry cheddar cheese (or plain sharp cheddar), grated

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees .

2. Peel and cube squashes (about ½” cubes) . Drizzle with olive oil, salt (to taste), rosemary, and garlic . Roast for 20 min (stir once during roasting) .

3. While squash is roasting, cook wild rice with chicken stock and 1 tsp salt .

4. When rice is done, stir in jalapeno sauce and butter (until butter is melted) .

5. Pour into roasting pan; mix in roasted squash .

6. Top with grated cheese, broil until cheese is bubbling .

7. Let cool and enjoy!

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CHICKEN BACON ASPARAGUS TWISTS RECIPE BY JOEY LANIER - GRAPHIC DESIGN SPECIALIST

PREP: 30 minutes COOK: 30 minutes COOL: 5 - 10 minutes

12 SERVINGS2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts1 tsp . salt, divided½ tsp . pepper1 tsp . onion powder1 tsp . garlic powder

6 tbsp . lemon juice, divided6 strips bacon12 stalks asparagus, ends trimmed1 cup greek yogurt3 tbsp . fresh parsley, chopped1 tbsp . fresh dill, chopped

1. On a cutting board, slice chicken lengthwise into 1 inch (2 cm) thick slices . Take each slice of chicken and cut it in half lengthwise, leaving about 1 inch (2 cm) uncut on one end of the strip .

2. Cut off part of the uncut end of the chicken so you don't have a thick spot in the middle of your longer chicken strip .

3. Place chicken strips in a bowl . Add ½ teaspoon salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and 3 tablespoons lemon juice . Mix to combine .

4. Transfer to the refrigerator .

5. Preheat oven to 400 degrees .

6. On a cutting board, slice each piece of bacon lengthwise, creating 12 strips in total .

7. Wrap the cut strip of bacon around the asparagus .

8. Wrap a marinated chicken strip around the bacon-wrapped asparagus . Repeat with remaining ingredients .

9. Place each bacon chicken asparagus twist on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet .

10. Bake for 10 minutes .

11. Turn up the heat to broil, and broil for 10 minutes . Flip the twists over, and broil for an additional ten minutes .

12. In a bowl add the Greek yogurt, parsley, dill, ½ teaspoon salt, and 3 tablespoons of lemon juice . Stir until well combined .

13. Remove bacon asparagus twists from the baking sheet and let cool . Serve with herb yogurt dipping sauce .

14. Enjoy!

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CHICKEN OR TURKEY POT PIE RECIPE BY SARA PEHRSSON - INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER

PREP: 30 minutes COOK: 30 minutes COOL: 5 - 10 minutes

6 SERVINGS Filling Ingredients4 tbsp . butter½ cup diced celery½ cup diced carrot1 small onion, chopped¼ cup all purpose flour1 can low-sodium chicken broth3 cups chopped cooked chicken or turkeySalt and freshly ground pepper to taste½ tsp . ground sage1 tsp . Worcestershire sauce

Pastry Ingredients1 cup whole wheat pastry flour1 cup all purpose flour½ tsp . salt²/³ cup shorteningIce water as needed (¼ to ½ cup)

1. Make the filling . In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat . Cook the vegetables until tender . Add the flour and cook, stirring, for about one minute . Gradually add the chicken broth, stirring, and keep cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens . Add the seasonings and chopped meat . Take off heat and set aside .

2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees .

3. Make pastry . Stir together the flours and salt . Cut in shortening . Sprinkle with enough ice water to bring dough together . Roll into a ball and divide in half .

4. Assemble . Roll one half of the pastry dough into a circle to fit a 10-inch deep dish pie pan . Line the pie pan with the rolled out dough . Put the filling in the lined pie pan . Roll out the second half of the dough and place it over the top . Crimp the edges and cut a few slashes in the top to let the steam escape .

5. Bake in the preheated oven for one hour .

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CROCK-POT CHICKEN TAQUITOSRECIPE BY EVE AMI - CONTENT MARKETING SPECIALIST

PREP: 5 minutes COOK: 4 - 6 hours (on high) COOL: 5 - 10 minutes

4 SERVINGS 2 uncooked chicken breasts1 packet of taco seasoning6 ounces cream cheese, cubed

1½ cups shredded cheese8 taco-sized flour tortillas¼ cup cup of water

1. Place chicken breasts in a 2-3 quart slow cooker . Sprinkle with taco seasoning, add cream cheese cubes, and water . Cover and cook for 6-8 hours on low, or for 4-6 hours on high .

2. Unplug the Crock-Pot . With two forks, shred the chicken in the Crock-Pot, add cheddar cheese, and stir to evenly coat the chicken .

3. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees . Then spoon shredded chicken into the center of the flour tortillas . Roll tightly . Next, place on a parchment-lined baking sheet . Spray generously with olive oil spray .

4. Cook in preheated oven for 8-12 minutes, or until tortillas are crisp .

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TACO SOUP RECIPE BY GIDEON SLIFE - GRAPHIC DESIGN SPECIALIST

PREP: 30 minutes COOK: 30 - 45 minutes COOL: 5 minutes

6 SERVINGS 2 lbs . of ground beef (or turkey)1 packet of taco seasoning2 cans of black beans2 cans of pinto beans2 cans of stewed tomatoes

2 cans of diced tomatoes 1 small can of diced greens chilis1 onion1 green pepper, choppedWater (if needed)

1. Dice the onion and begin caramelizing it in a medium-sized pan .

2. While caramelizing, cook the beef in a pan over medium heat until no longer pink . Drain .

3. Add the taco seasoning and mix well .

4. Move the beef and caramelized onion into a large pot .

5. Add all other ingredients and bring to a boil .

6. Simmer for at least 15 minutes, or reduce if necessary .

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SLOW-COOKER MAC ‘N CHEESERECIPE BY STEPHANIE PRATTI - EMAIL MARKETING SPECIALIST

PREP: 5 - 10 minutes COOK: 2 - 3 hours COOL: 5 minutes

4 SERVINGS 2 cups milk1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk½ can (about 5.5 oz) Campbell’s Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup1 tsp . salt½ tsp . fresh ground pepper½ tsp . mustard powder

¼ tsp . red pepper powder (or use something spicier if you prefer)1 pound elbow macaroni (I used Barilla)¼ cup butter, cubed4 ounces Velveeta, cubed8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, grated

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, evaporated milk, salt, pepper, mustard powder, and red pepper powder .

2. Pour the uncooked macaroni into your 5-quart Crock-Pot Slow Cooker . Top with butter, all cheeses, and soup .

3. Pour the milk mixture on top and stir to combine .

4. Do your best to press all the macaroni into the milk mixture . It's okay that it won’t be completely covered .

5. Cover your Crock-Pot and cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring once per hour .

6. The mac 'n cheese will be done when all the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is cooked .

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ONE-PAN HONEY TURMERIC CHICKEN WITH GREEN BEANS (ANTI-INFLAMMATORY RECIPE)

RECIPE BY ALLIE NICKLE - BRAND MANAGER

PREP: 4 minutes COOK: 26 minutes COOL: 5 minutes

2 - 4 SERVINGS 2 - 3 tbsp . olive oil¹/³ cup coconut flour½ tsp . ground turmeric2 garlic cloves, minced

3 chicken thighs or breasts½ cup honey1 lb . of green beans (or asparagus if you have a picky husband like I do)Salt and pepper, to taste

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees .

2. Heat olive oil over stovetop in an oven-safe skillet .

3. Meanwhile, combine flour and turmeric in a bowl and coat chicken breasts in flour on both sides .

4. Place chicken in a cast iron skillet and pan-fry for 3 minutes on each side until lightly browned .

5. Add the honey, garlic, and green beans to the skillet and place it in the oven . Cook chicken for approximately 20 minutes, turning it over, along with the green beans, after 10 minutes .

6. Sprinkle green beans with salt and pepper .

7. Enjoy!

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SPICY WHITE BEAN CHICKEN CHILIRECIPE BY LISA MONNIER - CUSTOMER SALES AND SERVICE SUPERVISOR

PREP: 15 minutes COOK: 30 - 45 minutes COOL: 10 minutes

10 SERVINGS 5 - 6 cans Great Northern beans4 - 5 chicken breasts2 small cans green chiles (to personal taste)2 small cans diced jalapenos (to personal taste)1 block cream cheese

1 large container sour creamChili powder1 - 2 large (family-size) cans chicken broth2 lbs . block pepper jack cheese1 onion (optional)

1. Boil chicken breasts in chicken broth until tender and easily shredded (or you could use an Instapot to cook them) .

2. Microwave the sour cream and cream cheese until soft, then mix well .

3. Add the sour cream/cream cheese to the shredded chicken . If you used chicken broth to boil the chicken, just add the shredded chicken back into it . You can add or subtract broth depending on what consistency you want your chili to be .

4. Add the chiles and jalapenos to the mix .

5. Open, drain, and rinse the beans . Add beans to the mix .

6. If you’re using onion, now is a good time to add it .

7. Add chili powder to taste . I try not to use more than 2 teaspoons as it messes up the color of the chili .

8. Hopefully you have free labor readily available in the form of a small child . They should have grated that big block of pepper jack cheese by now .

9. Add the pepper jack cheese one handful at a time . White chili takes a long time but it’ll be worth it to not let that cheese scorch on the bottom of the pan, so keep stirring!

10. Bon appétit!

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SET IT AND FORGET IT TWO-MEAL FOUR-LEGGED CROCK-POT CHICKEN

RECIPE BY YVONNE AILEEN - CURRICULUM PRODUCT MANAGER

PREP: 15 minutes COOK: 3 - 6 hours (on high) COOL: 5 - 10 minutes

Meal 1 One whole organic (OG) chicken2 large white or yellow onionsSpices (e.g., parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme, or Old Bay seasoning)Olive oilGreen beans or vegetable of your choice

Meal 2 Celery, onion, carrots (optional: potatoes, rice, or noodles) Freshly ground black pepperHimalayan sea salt (regular salt will also do)Fresh garlic clovesHave on hand: extra chicken broth or bone broth

1. Wash and dry chicken, rub with oil, then spices .

2. Peel and cut onions in half widthwise to create four “legs .” Place these in the Crock-Pot at opposite corners; place prepared chicken on top of onion legs .

3. Set the Crock-Pot on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-6 hours .

4. Slice chicken and serve with salad, green beans or asparagus, and bread . Reserve juices and onion legs from the Crock-Pot for Meal 2 . Meal 2 - Chicken Soup

5. Pull/cut remaining chicken meat from bone, chop, and set aside .

6. Chop onion legs . Simmer chicken bones and chopped onions with reserved juice (add stock, broth or water as needed) for 2-3 hours . Add freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste .

7. Chop 1 cup raw onion and saute in olive oil/butter with 2-3 chopped garlic cloves . Parboil/saute chopped OG carrots, and OG celery . Optional: steam OG potato cubes (or cook rice or noodles--whichever starch you'd like in your chicken soup) .

8. Pour broth from the bone mixture through a sieve into a large saucepan; discard bones and chopped onion legs . If you need to add more broth to make enough soup, now’s your time . Add prepared veggies and reserved chicken; heat through and serve with French bread .

Meal 1 - Chicken Dinner

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EASY BATTER ROLLS RECIPE BY ELLEN BARSKI - CURRICULUM WRITER

PREP: 45 minutes COOK: 15 - 20 minutes COOL: 1 - 5 minutes

12 ROLLS 3 cups all-purpose flour2 tbsp . sugar1 package (¼ ounce) active dry yeast1 tsp . salt

1 cup water2 tbsp . butter1 large eggMelted butter

1. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, and salt . In a saucepan, heat water and butter to 120 - 130 degrees .

2. Add to dry ingredients; beat until blended . Add the egg, beat on low speed for 30 seconds, then on high for 3 minutes .

3. Stir in remaining flour (batter will be stiff) . Do not knead . Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled - about 30 minutes .

4. Stir dough down . Fill 12 greased muffin cups half full . Cover and let rise until doubled - about 15 minutes .

5. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 - 20 minutes or until golden brown . Cool for 1 minute before removing from pan to a wire rack . Brush tops with melted butter if desired .

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SAUSAGE STARS RECIPE BY JON FORISHA - CONTENT MARKETING MANAGER

PREP: 20 minutes COOK: 10 minutes COOL: 5 minutes

3 - 6 SERVINGS 1 lb . cooked crumbled sausage (best is the roll of Jimmy Dean’s Hot Sausage)1½ cup of grated Sharp Cheddar cheese1½ cup of grated Monterey Jack cheese1 cup prepared Ranch dressing (1 small bottle = 1 cup)

1 (2.25 oz) can of sliced ripe olives, drained (optional)1½ cup chopped red pepper1 package of wonton papers (or egg roll wrappers cut into fourths)

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees .

2. Blot sausage dry with paper towels and combine with cheeses, dressing, olives, and pepper .

3. Lightly grease mini or regular muffin tins (spray with Pam or use margarine) .

4. Press one wonton wrapper into each cup .

5. Bake 5 minutes until golden .

6. Remove from tins, place on cookie sheets to cool .

7. Fill cooked wonton cups with the sausage mixture .

8. Bake 5 minutes or until bubbly . NOTE: This is a very forgiving recipe . You can use low-fat dressing, turkey sausage, hot Italian, low-fat cheeses, or any other crazy thing you feel inclined to do . You can even substitute the sausage for ground beef and swap out the dressing for salsa to give a more taco flavor . Go nuts!

Combining the deliciousness of sausage and cheese with the wonder of stars, these tasty appetizers can turn a boring pre-dinner conversation into an incredible voyage into the beyond .

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HAMBURGER, PEAS, AND POTATOES CASSEROLE

RECIPE BY HECTOR CORTES - SEARCH ENGINE MARKETING COORDINATOR

PREP: 20 minutes COOK: 10 minutes COOL: 5 minutes

6 SERVINGS 1 lb . hamburger meat1small bag of frozen petite peas

Salt and pepper to tasteInstant Potatoes (water, milk, butter)

1. Fry the hamburger meat and season with your choice of spices . Drain grease .

2. Place the hamburger meat at the bottom of an oven-proof dish . Place peas in microwave for 30 seconds, then add on top of hamburger .

3. Top with instant potatoes, made ahead of time . Bake at 350 degrees until heated through . Serve with ketchup if desired .

4. Enjoy!

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CINNAMON CHEWSRECIPE BY DONNA WELSCHMEYER - INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER LEAD

PREP: 10 minutes COOK: 25 - 30 minutes COOL: 10 - 15 minutes

2 cups sugar1 ½ cups light corn syrup1 ½ cups heavy cream1 cup butter (plus enough to butter the pan)

2 tsp . cinnamon oil 1 tsp . red gel food coloring

1. Butter a 9x13" pan well . Set aside . In a large, heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, cream, and butter .

2. Cook over medium heat, stirring quite often, until it reaches 240 degrees (soft ball stage) .

3. Remove from heat . Add cinnamon oil and food coloring . Keep your face away from the pan -- the cinnamon steam will burn!

4. Pour into the buttered pan and let it sit until it's very firm . You may refrigerate it, but you’ll have to warm it up a bit to cut it .

5. Cut into squares . Wrap each square in waxed paper OR toss pieces in powdered sugar .

6. Store in the excess sugar to keep candy from sticking together .

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CARROT CAKERECIPE BY REBECCA PILTINGSRUD - COMPLIANCE MANAGER

PREP: 15 - 20 minutes COOK: 30 - 40 minutes COOL: 5 - 10 minutes

10 SERVINGSCake Ingredients ²/³ cup apple sauce (or cooking oil)1½ cups sugar2 large eggs4 medium carrots, shredded (about 1½ cups)1 can (8 ¼ oz) drained crushed pineapple (divided)1¾ cups flour½ tsp . salt¾ tsp . baking soda

¼ tsp . baking powder¾ tsp . ground cinnamon1½ tsp . vanilla extract²/³ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Icing Ingredients1 package cream cheese6½ tbsp . margarine/butter2 cups sifted powdered sugar1½ tbsp . finely chopped walnuts (optional)2 tsp . reserved drained crushed pineapple

1. In a mixing bowl, combine oil and sugar . Add eggs, carrots, and all but 2 tsp . of the crushed pineapple (reserve 2 tsp . pineapple for frosting .) Mix just to combine .

2. In another bowl, sift together flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon . Stir into the carrot mixture .

3. Stir in vanilla and walnuts . Pour batter into greased and floured 9x13" baking pan .

4. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean . Cool on a rack in the pan .

5. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, margarine, and powdered sugar . Beat until light and fluffy . Stir in nuts and pineapple .

6. Spread icing on the cooled cake .

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VELVETY CHOCOLATE BUTTER PECAN PIERECIPE BY WYNTER JOHNSON - DIRECTOR OF MARKETING

PREP: 45 minutes COOK: 55 minutes COOL: 5 - 10 minutes

8 SERVINGSCrust Ingredients 1¼ cups all-purpose flour1 tbsp . sugar½ tsp . salt¹/³ cup cold water2 tbsp . butter-flavored shortening3 to 4 tbsp . ice water½ tsp . white vinegar¼ tsp . vanilla extract1 egg1 tbsp . water

Filling Ingredients½ cup butter4 oz . bittersweet chocolate, chopped1¼ cups packed brown sugar¾ cup light corn syrup3 eggs, lightly beaten2 tbsp . molasses1 tsp . vanilla extract½ tsp . salt 1½ cups finely chopped pecans

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt; cut in the butter and shortening until crumbly . Combine water, vinegar, and vanilla . Gradually add to the flour mixture, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball . Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight .

2. Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in . pie plate . Transfer pastry to the pie plate . Trim pastry to ½ in . beyond the edge of the plate and flute the edges .

3. Beat egg wash ingredients; brush over pastry . Filling

4. Melt butter and chocolate in a saucepan; stir until smooth .

5. In a large bowl, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, molasses, vanilla, and salt . Stir in chopped pecans and butter mixture . Pour into pastry . Arrange pecan halves over the filling around the edges .

6. Bake at 350 degrees for 55 - 65 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean . Cover edges with foil during the last 15 minutes to prevent overbrowning, if necessary .

Crust

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HOMEMADE PEPPERMINT PATTIES RECIPE BY SHANNON LILLY - INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER

PREP: 30 minutes COOK: 1 minute COOL: 10 - 15 minutes

½ cup sweetened condensed milk1½ tsp . peppermint extract3 cups powdered sugar

8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped2 tsp . oil

1. In a medium bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and powdered sugar together until a thick dough forms .

2. Sprinkle some powdered sugar on a flat, clean work surface and place the peppermint dough on the sugar . Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough to about ¼-inch thickness .

3. Using a medicine cup or other round object, cut out 1 inch circles from the dough . Place onto a baking sheet covered with wax paper .

4. Place the peppermint patties into the freezer and allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes .

5. Place the chocolate in a heat-safe bowl . Add the oil . Heat the chocolate in the microwave in 15-second intervals until the chocolate is fully melted . Stir until smooth .

6. Using a fork, dip the peppermint patties into the melted chocolate and place them back on the wax paper-covered baking sheet .

7. Once all patties have been coated, place the tray back in the freezer and allow the chocolate to set for another 10 to 15 minutes .

8. Store the peppermint patties in the fridge until they're ready to be served . Enjoy!

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RHUBARB CUSTARD PIE RECIPE BY CHAD PERLMUTTER - SEARCH ENGINE MARKETING SPECIALIST

PREP: 30 minutes COOK: 60 minutes COOL: 5 - 10 minutes

8 SERVINGS1 double pie crust2 cups sugar4 tbsp . flour

2 ²/³ tbsp . milk3 eggs (slightly beaten)4 cups rhubarb (cut up)1 tbsp . butter

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees .

2. Combine sugar and flour . Sprinkle ¼ of it over pastry in pie plate . Heap rhubarb over this mixture .

3. Sprinkle with remaining sugar and flour . Dot with small pieces of butter . Cover with top crust .

4. Place the pie on the lowest rack in the oven . Bake for 15 minutes .

5. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees and continue baking for 40 to 45 minutes . Serve warm or cold .

6. Enjoy!