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Peach Panettone Parfaits with Mascarpone Cream

Fresh peaches from the orchards of South Carolina are filling the roadside stands, farmers' markets, and food stores. There's nothing like biting into a ripe peach with its sweet juices just dripping out! Extra napkins always required! Now that's an image of summer that's classic! If appearance is important when eating peaches, then this recipe, Peach Panettone Parfaits with Mascarpone Cream is just what you're looking for! These parfaits are a snap to put together. Just make the ...

It's grilling season, and almost time for state fairs to get underway. And you know what that means? There are lots of good eats at fairs, though not always the most healthy food. And then there is the food offered from home cooks who compete for blue ribbons for the best recipes of the year! This recipe is literally a blue ribbon winning recipe for the BEST Grilled Turkey Breasts Marinated in Garlic, Soy, and Ginger. I have to tell you that I did not develop this recipe. It was shared ...

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