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(Adapted from Craig Claiborne’s recipe)
Yield: 2 large or 4 small servings
1/2 pound fettuccine
1¾ oz. vodka
1/3 oz. Cointreau
1/3 oz. Pomegranate juice
1/3 oz. fresh lime juice
Pour ...
Serves 6 to 8
Ingredients:
A very well-marbled tri-tip roast, 2 to 3 pounds
Inexpensive vegetable ...
1 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
6 ounces ...
Adapted from allrecipes.com
3 egg yolks
1 can evaporated milk (12 oz)
1 can cream of coconut (14 oz)
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