Weekly Topic Inspiration: Thanksgiving Recipes

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   Simone Smithposted 12 years ago

   Happy October! Can you believe Fall is here already?
   
   Given the tremendous speed by which time flies, November will roll around before you know it. Because it helps to write seasonal and holiday Hubs well before a particular holiday arrives, now is the time to publish your favorite Thanksgiving recipes!
   
   This is a special two week topic, so if you missed the chance to publish a Hub during the first week, you still have time to do so now!
   
   If you're not sure what people are searching for when looking for Thanksgiving recipe help online, here are some of the most popular keywords: stuffing recipe, stuffing recipes, sweet potato recipe, thanksgiving appetizers, thanksgiving side dishes, thanksgiving history, thanksgiving dessert recipes, thanksgiving cupcakes, thanksgiving dishes, traditional thanksgiving dinner, easy thanksgiving recipes, thanksgiving dinner ideas, thanksgiving dinner recipes, healthy thanksgiving recipes, thanksgiving foods, best thanksgiving recipes, thanksgiving recipes for kids, thanksgiving leftover recipes, traditional thanksgiving menu, vegan thanksgiving recipes, desserts for thanksgiving, holiday recipes for thanksgiving, thanksgiving meal planner
   
   Consider writing a Thanksgiving recipe Hub on one (or more!) of those lovely things!  Also, to make a real winner of a Hub, I recommend using original photos (and if that's not an option, only using properly cited ones that are licensed for your use). It makes a big difference!
   
   If you'd like to join in on this week's topic by writing a Hub, follow these steps:
   
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   I'm looking forward to reading your delicious recipe Hubs!!
   
   

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      Aeron Wrightposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      That is interesting! I love thanksgiving and will definitely looking forward to all the delicious and tasty recipes from all of you, as I would like prepare something new and creative dishes this year:)

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      betty1224posted 12 years agoin reply to this

      3.    A bad compromise is better than a good lawsuit.

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      Bobri Dobriposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Better late than never. Here is my Thanksgiving Recipe.
      
      http://bobridobri.hubpages.com/hub/Easy … -Loin?done
      
      Have you ever thought about pork for Thanksgiving? Give it a try!

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         K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

         Your pictures make this pork roast recipe very easy to follow!
         Cheers~
         K9

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         Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

         Yeah, Bobri Dobri! The photos are gorgeous, and I love the idea of making something other than turkey for Thanksgiving!

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   K9keystrokesposted 12 years ago

   A topic that is right up my alley Simone! Looking forward to participating.

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   Just Ask Susanposted 12 years ago

   Great topic. Thanksgiving in Canada is a week from today so I had better get busy as this is my favorite time of year. Looking forward to seeing all the great recipes from hubbers.

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      FloraBreenRobisonposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      yes, regarding Simone's comment about publishing holiday hubs in advance, I think our ships have sailed in Canada.

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      K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      @ Ausan, If your recipes are anything like your braided raisin bread hub, we are all going to benefit this season!
      @Flora, We Yanks would love to read your recipes!

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         K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

         oops... I meant @Susan, not @Ausan...

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            Just Ask Susanposted 12 years agoin reply to this

            I knew you meant me K9

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               K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

               Dang old fingers!

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   AEvansposted 12 years ago

   Oh Simone, now I have to share a recipe! lololo! You twisted my keyboard I can do it.

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   Denise Handlonposted 12 years ago

   Ohhhhhh,   I am sooooooo excited.  I sure hope I can get one out before the end of the week.      Great topic.

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   DzyMsLizzyposted 12 years ago

   Hmmm...wellll..... My daughter and I are tired of the 2-day-long hassle that is TG Day preparation, and the subsequent clean up.  This year, our 2  families are breaking the mold.  TG dinner is going to be take-and-bake pizza!

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      Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      That sounds pretty fantastic to me!

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   Stephanie Henkelposted 12 years ago

   In years gone by, 15 -20 people came to Thanksgiving at our house, and 10 of them might stay for the weekend. I often had to plan a weekend's worth of meals. This is Cranberry Coffee Cake is one of my favorite breakfast/brunch treats. http://stephaniehenkel.hubpages.com/hub … offee-Cake

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      FloraBreenRobisonposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      mmm. coffee cake.

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         Stephanie Henkelposted 12 years agoin reply to this

         Having homemade coffee cake is one of the best things about a mid-morning coffee break!

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      Denise Handlonposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Stephanie-I've bookmarked this yummy sounding recipe and can hardly wait to try it.  Think I'll make some this month to get familiar with it. 

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         Stephanie Henkelposted 12 years agoin reply to this

         Mmmm...we should get together and have cake and coffee!

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            Denise Handlonposted 12 years agoin reply to this

            I agree!  Let's plan on that soon. 

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      K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Yum! We can't get enough cranberries at the holiday, so this coffee cake recipe gives us another option for using those ruby gems! Thanks for sharing Stephanie, I really look forward to serving this on the holiday.
      HubHugs!
      K9

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         Stephanie Henkelposted 12 years agoin reply to this

         K9 - Doing this hub made me want to made this recipe for our weekend guests, but fresh cranberries are not in our stores, yet! Cranberries are supposed to freeze well - maybe I'll try doing that next month.

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            K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

            We freeze several pounds each year for just such reasons. They hold up really well; just make sure to put them in the refrigerator for about 3 hours to get them cold before freezing them. They defrost  far better, having a close to fresh appeal! (simply makes the ice crystals smaller so they don't damage the fruit cells as badly during the defrosting process.)
            Cheers~
            K9

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      Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      You put on quite the Thanksgiving production, Stephanie Henkel! All your guests are quite lucky!
      I love the cake recipe- I've never come across a cranberry coffee cake before, and this sounds great!

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         Stephanie Henkelposted 12 years agoin reply to this

         Haha, Simone!  Those were the good old days! I no longer have a houseful of guests on Thanksgiving, but I still enjoy making a nice turkey and a few pies...

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   Patty Inglish, MSposted 12 years ago

   From the Alaskan Bush to French Haute Cuisine, we have some fascinating holiday dishes in North America that combine fruits and meats:
   
   http://pattyinglishms.hubpages.com/hub/ … Game-Meats
   
   Hope you like them!

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      K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Okay, I must admit that I am tantalized enough to want to try your Moose Rump Roast with fruit recipe, for the shear uniqueness of being able to say I had. What a great article Patty. Super images and information to match. Nicely done--again!
      HubHugs~
      K9

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      Stephanie Henkelposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      humph! We're all out of moose, but I'll bet this recipe would work with venison?

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      Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      I can't say I ever had a dish combining fruit and meat before, plus you talk about a lot of game meat in this Hub that I've never even heard of before. This was quite an interesting read!

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   lavender3957posted 12 years ago

   This is just what I had been looking for. Thanks so much for sharing. What a surprise this will be this Thanksgiving.

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    BethanRoseposted 12 years ago

    Woohoo I am in on this! It was so much fun writing a recipe filled hub :-) Can't wai to read all of the others!

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    Shelly McRaeposted 12 years ago

    I posted the recipe for my Apple Sausage Stuffing, one of our family favorites for Thanksgiving, but it works great with chicken.
    
    http://shelly-mcrae.hubpages.com/hub/Re … e-Stuffing

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       K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Wow, French apple chicken sausage...need I say more? Awesome stuffing recipe and picture tutorial. Great hub!
       Cheers~
       K9

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       Cloverleafposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Excellent stuffing recipe.

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Ooooooohmygosh. This sounds amazing. And your photos are fantastic!

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    DeborahNeyensposted 12 years ago

    Here's the link to my hub: http://deborahneyens.hubpages.com/_26b9 … iving?done
    
    I love the unexpected flavors of the dish and the beautiful color makes it a perfect addition to the Thanksgiving table.

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       K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       I don't think I have seen a more beautifully colored soup! I would make it a center piece for all to see. Lovely butternut squash recipe.
       Cheers~
       K9

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       Cloverleafposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Read and commented.  I think I will have to try this one, Deborah!

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       An absolutely lovely recipe, DeborahNeyens! I should love to be able to bring in things from my garden to make lovely soups someday. You've inspired me to grow a vegetable garden!

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          DeborahNeyensposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          Thanks, Simone.  I would love for my hubs to inspire you and others to grow vegetables.  It's a passion for me.  : )

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    cre8ivOneposted 12 years ago

    Here is a yummy alternative to pumpking pie.

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       cre8ivOneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       http://cre8ivone.hubpages.com/_2fykisko … umble-Cake

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          Cloverleafposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          Loved this hub!

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          K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          This is  a fantastic recipe! I will be giving it a go this Thanksgiving!
          Cheers~
          K9

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             cre8ivOneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

             Thank you!  I hope you enjoy it : )

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          Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          Hurrah for pumpkin recipes! This looks like a great dessert!

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    RedElfposted 12 years ago

    Here are some tasty side dishes - all family favorites...
    Best Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes: Stuffing, Sweet Potatoes, Appetizers
    
    Happy Turkey!

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       K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Your Grannies sweet potatoes look yummy! A lot of great information to enhance the holiday meal this year!
       Cheers~
       K9

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       This is a truly delicious collection, RedElf! I'm particularly excited about the green bean recipe. I never was one for the traditional casserole, but this sounds great!

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       prairieprincessposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       That risotto looks amazing, Redelf!

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    tlpoagueposted 12 years ago

    Awesome, I can't wait to get some time to write some. I just recently dusted off a few of my cookbooks for the upcoming holidays. I am looking forward to trying out a few here.

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    shelbymilesposted 12 years ago

    Great topic!  I just published a recipe book with all my favorite recipes from past years, but this is a perfect forum to only post one or two of my favorite Thanksgiving dishes before the holidays!

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Whoah, congrats on the recipe book!

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    Aficionadaposted 12 years ago

    Based on one of the keywords Simone listed, I wrote a Hub about the history of Thanksgiving.  What Is the Correct Story of the First Thanksgiving?.
    
    I lived in Virginia for many years, and there I learned that the Pilgrims' and Indians' meal-and-celebration was not actually the First Thanksgiving in America.  But, while I was polishing off the research for this Hub, I made some new (to me) discoveries and got some surprises!
    
    My original plan was to include recipes as part of that Hub.  But in the end, I divided it and published another Hub Commemorate the First Thanksgivings with Representative Recipes, which includes simple recipes from the various cuisines represented in the First Thanksgivings.

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       K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Both of these are very interesting and really cool hubs. It was interesting to learn the real history behind Thanksgiving, and those traditionally unique  recipes (ham biscuit in particular) look very yummy! Thanks for sharing your research and recipes with us!
       Cheers~
       K9

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Oh, NICE! Two Hubs!! I enjoyed these immensely.  I'm a real sucker for Thanksgiving history, and your recipes are fabulous!

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    Gordon Hamiltonposted 12 years ago

    So sorry to be posting at the last minute! I have actually prepared and eaten two of these dishes this afternoon, so my typing was a bit lethargic when writing them up as I think I am about to burst.
    
    Don't know how I will face my dinner...
    
    Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner Recipes for One Person

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       K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Awesome picture recipe along with clear written directions. I thought these would be a great idea for lunches during the week as well as meals for one! As always, fantastic work my friend!
       Huge HubHugs Gordon~
       K9

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Rock on, Gordon Hamilton! This is a FANTASTIC Hub! I prefer to eat all my meals alone, so this is right up my alley.

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    asmaiftikharposted 12 years ago

    very right, time is really flying. Here is a recipe for November
    http://asmaiftikhar.hubpages.com/hub/HE … ASTA-SALAD

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       It's a very pretty dish- and it bet it tastes even better!

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    Simone Smithposted 12 years ago

    I've just had a look at the recipes y'all have been sharing, and they're amazing! Let's make this a two week topic, since it's one of the more popular ones!

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       K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       I am s Glad you are extending the topic Simone, I didn't get a chance to write very much last week, making up for it this week is the goal. I love Thanksgiving and turkey in general.
       Cheers~
       K9

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          Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          I'm so glad! Your recipe Hubs are killer good, K9keystrokes. I bet you'd create a really good one!

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             K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

             

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    DeborahNeyensposted 12 years ago

    Another week?  I may have to write another one on this topic.  Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday!

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Hurray!!  It sure is a great one! Can't wait to read what you write!

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    RedElfposted 12 years ago

    ditto (great topic), ditto (k9 killer recipes), and ditto - I shall have to write another hub as well!
    
    Thanks, Simone!

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       carol3sanposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       This is a perfect subject for me to write on since I am currently putting together a cook book of my own.  Didn't wrie for a few weeks for personal reasons but I am so glad to be back.

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    K9keystrokesposted 12 years ago

    Looking for the best flavor, texture, and safety for your Thanksgiving Stuffing this year? This hub is "stuffed" full of pointers! Enjoy!
    http://k9keystrokes.hubpages.com/t/2a0c35
    
    @RedElf- *smooch*

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       This is INCREDIBLE!!  I'm a total stuffing n00b, so this is a great guide. Also, you made such a cute image, hahaa!!!

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          K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          Thanks Simone! Glad you enjoyed the drawing, it was fun to doodle...makes me think of the Friends episode where Joey has a huge raw turkey on his head...hilarious! (())
          Cheers~
          K9
          
          
          

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    duffsmomposted 12 years ago

    Great topic, thank you and just in time for the big day!  It will take me that long to clean my kitchen enough to cook in it!

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Hahaa, I know how that goes!!

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    RedElfposted 12 years ago

    
    Here's my second for the topic:
    
    Still Good The Second Time Around: Best, Delicious Thanksgiving Leftovers Recipes
    
    @ K9 - 'Tis true! *blushing*

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       K9keystrokesposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Niiice recipe! Warm and creamy Turkey risotto! Easy to follow and it sounds simply yummy!
       HubHugs~
       K9

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       OMG. Turkey risotto.  I die.  I really need to give up this vegetarian silliness.

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    hongjiposted 12 years ago

    oh,your recipes are so delicious ,I want to try do it by myself.

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    Dave Mathewsposted 12 years ago

    I have several recipes that I posted last year incase anyone is interested simply go to my Hub page and look them up.

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Nice!

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    prairieprincessposted 12 years ago

    I was happy this topic was carried over for another week. Here is my newly created recipe, used this year for our Canadian Thanksgiving.
    
    It's a delicious way to use your leftovers:
    
    http://prairieprincess.hubpages.com/hub … o-Pie?done
    
    The first time, I forgot to link up to the question, so I retyped the whole hub, deleted the other one, and deleted all of its content. It's been so long since I've done a topic of the week, I am getting rusty! I just hope it doesn't trigger any duplicate content but I deleted right away, in the first 5 minutes or so after publishing!

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       Simone Smithposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       Oop! Sorry about that hassle prairieprincess! But this Hub is great! The recipe does a brilliant job of putting all the major dishes to use, so it's particularly great!

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          prairieprincessposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          Thank you, Simone!

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    Simone Smithposted 12 years ago

    The new thread is up! This week's theme is car safety and safe driving! http://hubpages.com/forum/topic/85046

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