Cooking With Cheese: Over 50 Delicious Ways to Cook with Cheese [2 ed.]

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Table of Contents
Classical American Burger I
Classical American Burger II
Real American Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Jalapeno Poppers
Florida Style Pierogi
Buffalo Pizza
Alfredo Pasta
Chicken Parmigiana
Classical American Hot Dogs
Manhattan Cheesecake
Manhattan Homemade Pizzeria Pizza
Amazing Hearty Crackers
Luscious Crab Spread for Crackers
Mediterranean Appetizer
Mexican Style Festive Cheesecakes
Gouda and Shrimp Cake
Mozzarella, Tomatoes, and Basil Appetizer
Summer Soiree Shrimp
Zucchini and Romano Roast
Chinese Dumplings
Rustic Cheddar and Onion Baguette
Parmesan Rolls
Creamy Salmon and Tomatoes
Crescents and Cheese
Basil Zucchini Bites
Mediterranean Pitas
Greek Moussaka I
Feta, Chicken, and Rosemary
Greek Style Shrimp
Pasta from Athens
Greek Style Macaroni Salad
Pita, Pesto, and Parmesan
Mediterranean Pasta
Greek Spinach Puff Pastry Bake
Souvlaki III
Penne Cannellini and Tomatoes Salad
Easy Greek Style Chicken Breasts
Greek Burgers
Parsley Pasta Salad
Orzo Salad II
Mediterranean Dijon Shrimp Salad
Greek Couscous
Tropical Pineapple Cheddar Sandwiches
Tropical Wontons
Green Onion Sandwich
Hawaiian Cheddar Pineapple Burgers III
Empanada of Beef and Black Beans
Empanadas of Pineapple
Mushroom Empanada
Cheese Empanada
The New Yorker Frittata
The No-Fry Frittata
Classical Italian Pasta
Lasagna Bakes
Italian Style Rice
Classical Lasagna I
Authentic Meatball Sub
Classical Risotto
Restaurant Style Primavera

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Table of Contents Classical American Burger I 9 Classical American Burger II 12 Real American Baked Macaroni and Cheese 13 Jalapeno Poppers 14 Florida Style Pierogi 15 Buffalo Pizza 16 Alfredo Pasta 17 Chicken Parmigiana 18 Classical American Hot Dogs 19 Manhattan Cheesecake 22 Manhattan Homemade Pizzeria Pizza 23 Amazing Hearty Crackers 24 Luscious Crab Spread for Crackers 25

Mediterranean Appetizer 26 Mexican Style Festive Cheesecakes 27 Gouda and Shrimp Cake 28 Mozzarella, Tomatoes, and Basil Appetizer 29 Summer Soiree Shrimp 32 Zucchini and Romano Roast 33 Chinese Dumplings 34 Rustic Cheddar and Onion Baguette 35 Parmesan Rolls 36 Creamy Salmon and Tomatoes 37 Crescents and Cheese 38 Basil Zucchini Bites 39 Mediterranean Pitas 42 Greek Moussaka I 43

Feta, Chicken, and Rosemary 45 Greek Style Shrimp 46 Pasta from Athens 47 Greek Style Macaroni Salad 48 Pita, Pesto, and Parmesan 49 Mediterranean Pasta 52 Greek Spinach Puff Pastry Bake 53 Souvlaki III 54 Penne Cannellini and Tomatoes Salad 56 Easy Greek Style Chicken Breasts 57 Greek Burgers 58 Parsley Pasta Salad 59 Orzo Salad II 62 Mediterranean Dijon Shrimp Salad 63

Greek Couscous 64 Tropical Pineapple Cheddar Sandwiches 65 Tropical Wontons 66 Green Onion Sandwich 67 Hawaiian Cheddar Pineapple Burgers III 68 Empanada of Beef and Black Beans 69 Empanadas of Pineapple 72 Mushroom Empanada 73 Cheese Empanada 74 The New Yorker Frittata 75 The No-Fry Frittata 76 Classical Italian Pasta 77 Lasagna Bakes 78 Italian Style Rice 82

Classical Lasagna I 83 Authentic Meatball Sub 84 Classical Risotto 85 Restaurant Style Primavera 86

Classical

American Burger I

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 229 kcal Carbohydrates 3.5 g Cholesterol 82 mg Fat 18.2 g Protein 12.1 g Sodium 247 mg

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 slice bread, crumbled 1 egg 2 tbsps prepared mustard 3 tbsps Worcestershire sauce

garlic salt to taste salt and pepper to taste

Directions 1. Take out a large bowl and mix beef, egg, Worcestershire sauce and mustard. 2. Now make 8 patties and also add some salt, pepper and garlic (salt according to your taste). 3. Now cook these patties in a skillet that is over medium heat for about 15 mins to reach the required tenderness.

Classical American Burger I

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CLASSICAL

American Burger II (Spicy Chili Burger)

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 232 kcal Carbohydrates 1.1 g Cholesterol 70 mg Fat 16.4 g Protein 19.1 g Sodium 67 mg

Ingredients 1 tsp ground cumin 2 tbsps chopped fresh cilantro 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 1 fresh habanero pepper, seeded and minced (optional) 1 small fresh poblano chile pepper, seeded and minced

2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced 2 tsps minced garlic 2 lbs ground beef

Directions 1. Set grill or grilling plate at medium heat and put some oil before continuing. 2. Take out a large bowl and mix beef, jalapeno peppers, poblano pepper, garlic, red pepper flakes, cilantro, habanero pepper and cumin. 3. Make burger patties from this mixture and cook them on the heated grill for about 5 mins each side. 4. NOTE: If using a grilling plate then increase the cooking time of the meat until your appropriate tenderness has been achieved

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Classical American Burger II

Real American

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 561 kcal Fat 33.3 g Carbohydrates 36.5g Protein 28.3 g Cholesterol 100 mg Sodium 1194 mg

Ingredients 2 tbsps butter 1/4 C. finely diced onion 2 tbsps all-purpose flour 2 C. milk 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp dry mustard 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

1 (8 oz.) package elbow macaroni 2 C. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 (8 oz.) package processed American cheese, cut into strips

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Boil your pasta for 9 mins in water and salt. Then remove all the liquids. 3. Stir fry your onions in butter for 4 mins then add the flour and cook the mix for 20 more secs while mixing. 4. Now add in: pepper, milk, mustard, and salt. 5. Continue to heat and stir, until everything starts boiling and becomes thick. 6. Once the sauce has become thick add in the cheese and cook the sauce until the cheese melts, while continuing to stir. 7. Add the pasta to the sauce, stir the mix once, and then pour everything into a casserole dish. 8. Cook the contents in the oven for 35 mins. 9. Enjoy.

Real American Baked Macaroni and Cheese

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JALAPENO

Poppers

Prep Time: 1 hr Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 20 Calories 189 kcal Fat 18.2 g Carbohydrates 2g Protein < 4.6 g Cholesterol 40 mg Sodium 256 mg

Ingredients 2 (12 oz.) packages ground sausage 2 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, softened 30 jalapeno chili peppers, cut in half horizontally, seeds taken out

1 lb sliced turkey bacon, cut in half

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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Set your oven to 375 degrees before doing anything else. Stir fry your sausage until fully done then place them in a bowl with the cream cheese. Fill your pieces of pepper with the sausage mix and then wrap bacon around each one. Place the contents into a casserole dish and cook everything in the oven for 24 mins. Enjoy.

Jalapeno Poppers

Florida Style Pierogi

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 3 Calories 42.2 Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 190.7mg Carbohydrates 0.3g Protein 0.0g

Ingredients 4 1/2 tsps hot pepper sauce 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 tsp chili powder 1 package frozen pierogi

bleu cheese dressing celery rib

Directions 1. Coat a casserole dish with nonstick spray then set your oven to 400 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Get a bowl, combine: chili powder, hot sauce, and oil. 3. Stir the mix until it is smooth then add in the pierogis and stir everything again. 4. Place the contents in the dish and cook the pierogis for 22 mins in the oven. 5. After 12 mins of cooking flip them. 6. Divide your pierogis between serving dishes and also add some celery and blue cheese. 7. Enjoy.

Florida Style Pierogi

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BUFFALO

Pizza

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 55 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 785 kcal Fat 40.7 g Carbohydrates 66.6g Protein 37.1 g Cholesterol 83 mg Sodium 1840 mg

Ingredients 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and cubed 2 tbsps butter, melted 1 (2 oz.) bottle hot sauce

1 (8 oz.) bottle blue cheese salad dressing 1 (16 inch) prepared pizza crust 1 (8 oz.) package shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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Set your oven to 425 degrees before doing anything else. Get a bowl, combine: hot sauce, butter, and chicken. Stir the mix until the chicken is evenly coated. Now lay out your pizza crust on a cookie sheet and coat it evenly with the ranch dressing. Add the chicken over the dressing, then add the cheese. Cook everything into the oven for 12 mins. Enjoy.

Buffalo Pizza

Alfredo Pasta

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 673 kcal Fat 30.8 g Carbohydrates 57g Protein 43.3 g Cholesterol 133 mg Sodium 1386 mg

Ingredients

Directions

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes 6 tbsps butter, divided 4 cloves garlic, minced, divided 1 tbsp Italian seasoning 1 lb fettuccini pasta 1 onion, diced 1 (8 oz.) package sliced mushrooms 1/3 C. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp salt 3/4 tsp ground white pepper 3 C. milk 1 C. half-and-half 3/4 C. grated Parmesan cheese 8 oz. shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese 3 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced 1/2 C. sour cream

1. Stir your chicken after coating it with Italian seasoning in 2 tbsp of butter with 2 pieces of garlic. 2. Stir fry the meat until it is fully done then place everything to the side.Now boil your pasta in water and salt for 9 mins then remove all the liquids. 3. At the same time stir fry your onions in 4 tbsp of butter along with the mushrooms and 2 more pieces of garlic. Continue frying the mix until the onions are see-through then combine in your pepper, salt, and flour. 4. Stir and cook the mix for 4 mins. Then gradually add in your half and half and the milk, while stirring, until everything is smooth. 5. Combine in the Monterey and parmesan and let the mix cook until the cheese has melted then add the chicken, sour cream, and tomatoes. 6. Serve your pasta topped liberally with the chicken mix and sauce. Enjoy.

Alfredo Pasta

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CHICKEN

Parmigiana

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 528 kcal Fat 18.3 g Carbohydrates 44.9g Protein 43.5 g Cholesterol 184 mg Sodium 1309 mg

Ingredients 1 egg, beaten 2 oz. dry bread crumbs 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 3/4 (16 oz.) jar spaghetti sauce

2 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 C. grated Parmesan cheese

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

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Coat a cookie sheet with oil then set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. Get a bowl and add in your eggs. Get a 2nd bowl and add in your bread crumbs. Coat your chicken first with the eggs then with the bread crumbs. Lay your pieces of chicken on the cookie sheet and cook them in the oven for 45 mins, until they are fully done. Now add half of your pasta sauce to a casserole dish and lay in your chicken on top of the sauce. Place the rest of the sauce on top of the chicken pieces. Then add a topping of parmesan and mozzarella over everything. Cook the parmigiana in the oven for 25 mins. Enjoy.

Chicken Parmigiana

Classical

American Hot Dogs

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 533 kcal Fat 40.6 g Carbohydrates 28.8g Protein 13.8 g Cholesterol 92 mg Sodium 1354 mg

Ingredients 1/4 C. butter 1 Walla Walla or other sweet onion, thinly sliced 1 (4 oz.) package cream cheese 4 hot dogs, or your favorite sausages

4 hot dog buns brown mustard sauerkraut (optional)

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Set your outdoor grill for medium-high heat and coat the grill grate lightly. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and cook the onion for about 15 minutes or till softened. In another small pan, add the cream cheese and heat over low heat till it becomes soft. Meanwhile, cook the hot dog buns on the grill till golden brown from both sides. Place the cream cheese over the hot dogs buns evenly, followed by hot dog or sausage, onion, mustard and sauerkraut (if you like).

Classical American Hot Dogs

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MANHATTAN

Cheesecake

Prep Time: 40 mins Total Time: 7 hrs 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 509 kcal Fat 35.4 g Carbohydrates 40.8g Protein 8.3 g Cholesterol 154 mg Sodium 310 mg

Ingredients 1 1/2 C. graham cracker crumbs 1/4 C. white sugar 1/3 C. butter, melted 3 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, room temperature 4 eggs, room temperature 1 tbsp vanilla extract 1 C. white sugar

1 tsp cream of tartar 1 pint sour cream 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 C. white sugar

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Get a bowl, combine: butter, cracker crumbs, and sugar. 3. Layer the crumb mix into the bottom of a spring form pan and also half an inch along the sides of the pan as well. 4. Get a 2nd bowl, mix with an electric mixer: sugar and cream cheese. 5. Once the mix is light and fluffy add in the cream of tartar, 1 tbsp vanilla, and eggs. 6. Combine the mix again until it is smooth then enter everything into the pan as well. 7. Cook the cheesecake in the oven for 55 mins. 8. Get a 3rd bowl, combine: 1/2 C. sugar, 1 tsp vanilla, and sour cream. 9. Top your cake with the mix evenly then place everything in the oven again for 7 more mins. 10. Enjoy. 22

Manhattan Cheesecake

Manhattan

Homemade Pizzeria Pizza

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 719 kcal Fat 36.6 g Carbohydrates 56.7g Protein 40.3 g Cholesterol 88 mg Sodium 1832 mg

Ingredients 1 tsp active dry yeast 2/3 C. warm water 2 C. all-purpose flour 1 tsp salt 2 tbsps olive oil 1 (10 oz.) can tomato sauce 1 lb shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 C. grated Romano cheese 1/4 C. chopped fresh basil 1 tbsp dried oregano 1 tsp red pepper flakes 2 tbsps olive oil

Directions 1. Get a bowl and add in your warm water, top the water with the yeast. 2. Leave the mix to sit for 5 mins then mix it. Add in the olive oil, salt, and flour. 3. Work the mix into a dough then knead it on a floured cutting board for 7 mins. 4. Get a 2nd bowl and coat it with oil then place your dough in the bowl. 5. Place a damp kitchen towel over the bowl and let the dough sit until it is doubled in sized. 6. Now set your oven to 475 degrees before doing anything else. 7. Place a pizza stone in the oven as it heats (if you have one, you can also use a pizza / cookie sheet). 8. Punch down your dough then roll it out into a larger circle of about 12 inches. 9. Place the dough on the cookie sheet or some parchment paper if using a pizza stone. 10. Coat the dough evenly with the tomato sauce, then layer: basil, oregano, Romano, pepper flakes, and mozzarella. 11. Cook the pizza in the oven for 14 mins. Enjoy. Manhattan Homemade Pizzeria Pizza

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AMAZING HEARTY

Crackers

Prep Time: 14 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 150 Calories 31 kcal Fat 2.3 g Carbohydrates 1.7g Protein 1g Cholesterol 6 mg Sodium 24 mg

Ingredients 2 C. all-purpose flour 1 pinch salt 1 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 1 lb. Cheddar cheese, grated and room temperature

1 C. unsalted butter, melted 2 C. crispy rice cereal

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

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Set your oven to 300 degrees F before doing anything else. In a bowl, mix together the flour, red pepper flakes and salt. Add the cheese and toss to combine. Add the butter and mix till a crumbly mixture forms. Add the rice cereal and with your hands knead a smooth dough. Make 1/2-inch balls from the dough and place on a baking sheet. With a fork, flatten the balls and cook everything in the oven for about 30 minutes.

Amazing Hearty Crackers

Luscious

Crab Spread for Crackers

Prep Time: 8 hrs 5 mins Total Time: 8 hrs 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 5 Calories 223 kcal Fat 16.1 g Carbohydrates 9.9g Protein 10.6 g Cholesterol 79 mg Sodium 315 mg

Ingredients 1 (6 oz.) can crabmeat 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened 1 (8 oz.) can crushed pineapple 4 dashes Worcestershire sauce

2 tbsp ketchup 1 pinch garlic powder

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and gently mix to combine. 2. Refrigerate to chill before serving. 3. Serve with your favorite crackers.

Luscious Crab Spread for Crackers

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MEDITERRANEAN

Appetizer

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 36 Calories 59 kcal Fat 4.2 g Carbohydrates 2g Protein < 3.5 g Cholesterol 31 mg Sodium 125 mg

Ingredients 2 (6 oz.) jars marinated artichoke hearts, divided 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 1/2 cloves garlic, minced 4 large eggs, beaten 1/4 C. dry bread crumbs 1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp ground black pepper

1/4 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco(R)) 3/4 lb sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded 2 tbsps minced fresh parsley 1 tsp grated Parmesan cheese

Directions 1. Coat a casserole dish with oil then set your oven to 325 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Pour the liquid from 1 jar of the artichokes in a frying pan then place the pieces of artichokes and everything from the second jar into the bowl of a food processor. 3. Process the mix until it is chopped then place everything to the side. 4. Begin to stir fry your garlic and onions for 8 mins, in the artichoke liquid, then place everything in a bowl. 5. Get a 2nd bowl, combine: hot sauce, onion mix, oregano, eggs, black pepper, bread crumbs, and salt. 6. Add in the processed artichokes, cheddar, parmesan, and parsley. 7. Place everything into the casserole dish and cook it all in the oven for 27 mins. 8. Slice the dish into serving pieces. 9. Enjoy. 26

Mediterranean Appetizer

Mexican Style

Festive Cheesecakes

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 5 hrs 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 20 Calories 274 kcal Fat 23.3 g Carbohydrates 7.8g Protein 8.9 g Cholesterol 94 mg Sodium 384 mg

Ingredients 2 C. crushed tortilla chips 2 tbsps butter, melted 3 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, softened 1 1/4 C. shredded Colby cheese 8 oz. cottage cheese 4 eggs 4 oz. chopped green chile peppers

8 oz. jalapeno cheese dip 8 oz. sour cream 1 tomato, chopped 4 oz. sour cream 2 (2 oz.) cans sliced black olives 2 bunches green onions, chopped

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. Get a bowl, combine: melted butter and tortilla chips. Place everything into a spring form pan. Get a 2nd bowl, combine: chili pepper, cream cheese, eggs, Colby jack, and cottage cheese. Layer this mix over the chips in the spring form pan. Cook everything for 60 mins. Get a 3rd bowl, combine: sour cream and jalapeno dip. Then place this over the cottage cheese mix in the oven. 7. Continue cooking everything for 12 more mins. 8. Now let the dish sit for 5 hrs then add some sour cream on top and lay the green onions, black olives, and tomatoes around the dish. 9. Enjoy. Mexican Style Festive Cheesecakes

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GOUDA

and Shrimp Cake

Prep Time: 45 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 701 kcal Fat 56.3 g Carbohydrates 22.7g Protein 26.8 g Cholesterol 248 mg Sodium 1075 mg

Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion 6 tsps minced garlic 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined 12 shells puff pastry, baked 4 tbsps butter or margarine 3 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, softened

4 eggs 1/2 C. heavy cream 16 oz. smoked Gouda, grated 2 tsps salt

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

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Set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. Begin to stir fry your garlic and onions until the onions are see-through then place them to the side. Place 12 pieces of shrimp to the side and dice the rest into half inch pieces. Fry the shrimp for 5 mins. Get a bowl and begin to whisk your cream cheese until it is fluffy then add in your eggs 1 by one. Once the eggs are mixed in combine in the salt, cream, shrimp, Gouda, and onions. Enter this mix into your pastry shells and cook everything in the oven for 30 mins. Top the dish with some chives and the whole shrimp. Enjoy.

Gouda and Shrimp Cake

Mozzarella, Tomatoes,

and Basil Appetizer

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 104 kcal Fat 7.3 g Carbohydrates 2.4g Protein < 7.2 g Cholesterol 18 mg Sodium 179 mg

Ingredients 20 grape tomatoes 10 oz. mozzarella cheese, cubed 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsps fresh basil leaves, chopped 1 pinch salt

1 pinch ground black pepper 20 toothpicks

Directions 1. Get a bowl, combine: pepper, tomatoes, salt, mozzarella, basil, and olive oil. 2. Stake your toothpicks with a piece of mozzarella and tomato. 3. Enjoy.

Mozzarella, Tomatoes, and Basil Appetizer

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SUMMER

Soiree Shrimp

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 28 Calories 56 kcal Fat 3.4 g Carbohydrates 2.3g Protein