4 to 5 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
3/4 cup dried cranberries
6 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
3 tablespoons butter
6 eggs
1-1/2 cups orange juice
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
Maple syrup, optional

In a large skillet, saute the apples, cranberries, brown sugar and 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon in butter until apples begin to soften, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish.

In a blender, combine the eggs, orange juice, flour and salt; cover and process until smooth. Pour over apple mixture. Sprinkle with sugar and remaining cinnamon.

Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Serve with syrup if desired.

Serves 8

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2 cups quick cooking oats
2 cups lowfat buttermilk
½ cup all purpose flour
2 Tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 eggs beaten
2 Tablespoons grapeseed oil
1/3 cup raisins

In a medium bowl, mix together the oats and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

In a large bowl sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.

Mix the eggs, oil and raisins into the oatmeal mixture and combine with the sifted dry ingredients.

Pour batter onto a preheated griddle that has been lightly oiled, cooking for approximately 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Serves 9 (2 pancakes per serving)

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Fig & Flax Breakfast Bars

April 16, 2007

24 dried Mission figs
¼ cup canola oil
¼ cup honey
¼ cup soymilk
½ cup rolled barley flakes
¼ cup flaxseeds
1 cup whole wheat flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
Cooking spray
Pre-heat oven to 350°. Place dried figs in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, turn off heat, and let sit for 10 minutes until softened. [...]

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Butterscotch Pumpkin Muffins

April 16, 2007

1-3/4 cups flour, sifted
1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground mace
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
1 cup butterscotch chips
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted (optional)
TO PREPARE:
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugars, ginger, mace, [...]

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Chili Poached Eggs

February 16, 2007

1 tsp oil, vegetable
1 onion, small, chopped
2 garlic, clove, minced
1 pepper, green, or, yellow, chopped
1 tbsp chili, powder
1 tsp oregano, dried
19 oz tomato, canned
1 cup beans, black, cooked
3/4 cup water
2 tbsp tomato, paste
2 tsp sugar, brown, packed
1 1/2 tsp sauce, Worcestershire
4 egg, unshelled
1 tbsp coriander, fresh, chopped or 1 tbsp parsley, fresh, chopped
In nonstick skillet, [...]

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Carrot Oatmeal Muffins

February 16, 2007

1 3/4 cup whole wheat flour, sifted
1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
2 1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped
1 cup grated carrots
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup peach nectar
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 cup apple juice
2 tsp vanilla
2 tbsp grapeseed oil
Apple butter, for serving (optional)
1. [...]

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Raspberry Orange Muffins

December 30, 2006

1  cup all-purpose flour
1  cup yellow cornmeal
2/3  cup sugar
1-1/2  teaspoons baking powder
1/2  teaspoon salt
1/8  teaspoon baking soda
1  tablespoon grated orange peel
1/2  cup fresh orange juice
1/2  cup buttermilk
1  large egg
1/2  teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4  cup unsalted butter, melted
1-1/2  cups raspberries (thawed, if frozen)
1. Adjust rack to middle of oven. Heat oven to 400 degree F. Lightly spray [...]

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Pumpkin Pancakes with Roasted Pears

December 30, 2006

3   firm, ripe Bosc pears, halved lengthwise, cored and cut into lengthwise wedges
4  tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus additional for greasing skillet
4  tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1-1/2  cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2  teaspoons baking powder
1/2  teaspoon baking soda
3/4  teaspoon ground allspice
1/2  teaspoon cinnamon
1/2  teaspoon salt plus additional for pears
1  cup milk
1  cup canned pumpkin
2  large eggs
1/2  teaspoon [...]

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Breakfast Bread Pudding Casserole with Blueberries

December 17, 2006

1 loaf (8 to 9 ounces) dry or slightly stale French or Italian bread
1/4 cup lemon curd
7 eggs
2 cups milk
2 cups half-and-half
1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 bag (12 ounces) frozen blueberries
DIRECTIONS:
1. Cut bread in half lengthwise. Spread bottom half with lemon curd. Replace top [...]

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Carrot-Sweet Potato Muffins

September 28, 2006

2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 1/4 cups coarsely shredded carrot
3/4 cup 2% low-fat milk
1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/3 cup light ricotta cheese
1/2 cup mashed cooked sweet potato
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 large egg white
1 [...]

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Blueberry-Almond Streusel Muffins

September 28, 2006

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup 2% low-fat milk
1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/3 cup light ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
3 large egg whites
1 1/3 cups blueberries
Cooking spray
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup finely chopped almonds
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon reduced-calorie [...]

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Banana-Spice Muffins

September 28, 2006

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 small)
2/3 cup 2% low-fat milk
1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/3 cup light ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 large egg white
1 large egg
Cooking [...]

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Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze

June 3, 2006

Blueberry Scones:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold, cut in chunks
1 cup heavy cream, plus more for brushing the scones
1 cup fresh blueberriesLemon Glaze:
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
1 lemon, zest finely grated
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.Sift together [...]

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Amaretto Scones

June 3, 2006

1/2 cup raisins
1 tablespoon Amaretto, or to taste
2 cups flour (all-purpose)
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 beaten egg
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup, plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Confectioners’ sugar
Before starting scones, place raisins in a bowl and cover with Amaretto. Cover with [...]

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Orange Coconut Scones

June 3, 2006

3 1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons self-rising white flour
Pinch fine sea salt
1 3/4 tablespoons organic sugar, plus 1/4 cup for topping
2 teaspoons baking powder
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, plus more for serving
2 eggs
1 cup cold milk, plus 1 tablespoon for glaze
1 large orange, zested
1 egg yolk
1/4 cup fresh coconut, grated
Honey, for serving
Line a large baking [...]

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Cuban French Toast with Tropical Fruit Salsa

June 3, 2006

1 large loaf of Cuban bread, cut into 4 equal pieces crosswise
6 eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1 quart whole milk
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon freshly ground canela (cinnamon)
1/4 cup diced kiwi
1/4 cup diced mango
1/4 papaya, diced
1 tablespoon finely chopped mint
1/2 cup orange juice
4 teaspoons butter
Powdered sugar, for garnish
In a large bowl, beat the eggs [...]

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Croissant French Toast Stuffed With Grilled Peaches

June 3, 2006

4 eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 peaches
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons sugar
4 croissants, sliced in 1/2 lengthwise
Bourbon Pecan Maple Syrup, recipe follows

Fresh mint sprigs, for garnishPrepare coals on a grill and let heat reduce to a moderate heat.In a blender, combine eggs, cream, vanilla, [...]

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Caramel-Pecan French Toast

June 3, 2006

1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
12 slices honey white bread
3/4 cup raisins
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted and divided
6 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups whipping cream, divided
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Maple syrup
Fully cooked bacon slices (optional)
Preheat the oven to [...]

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Blackberry French Toast

June 3, 2006

1/2-pound loaf crusty French bread, sliced (not sourdough)
10 large eggs
1/4 cup sugar plus 1 teaspoon, for sprinkling
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 pint heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 (12-ounce) bag frozen blackberries, defrosted, or 3/4 pint fresh blackberries

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.Spread the bread slices on a baking sheet and turn off the [...]

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Sourdough French Toast with Orange Bourbon Butter and Spiced Pecans

June 3, 2006

2 loaves par-baked sourdough baguettes
4 eggs, beaten
Melted butter, for brushing griddle, optional
Orange Bourbon Butter, recipe follows
Spiced Pecans, recipe follows
Preheat a large nonstick griddle or large skillet over high heat.Slice the bread on a diagonal into 1-inch slices. Thoroughly coat the bread with the beaten eggs, but do not soak the bread in the egg mixture—it [...]

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Cinnamon Pear Stuffed French Toast

June 3, 2006

2 teaspoons canola oil
1 teaspoon butter
1 1/2 cups (1/4-inch diced) firm pears
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
2 tablespoons light cream cheese
4 (1 1/2-inch thick) slices whole grain bread
2 egg whites
1 whole egg
Butter-flavored non-stick cooking spray

Heat the canola oil and butter in a 10-inch nonstick skillet. Once the foam from the butter has subsided, add the [...]

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French Toast with Rum Bananas

June 3, 2006

4 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 pinches ground cinnamon
4 (1/2 to 3/4-inch-thick) slices brioche, challah, cinnamon raisin bread or any moist and fluffy bread you like
2 tablespoons butter
Orange-Rum Bananas, recipe follows
Beat the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon together in a mixing bowl until well blended. Pour the egg mixture [...]

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Banana Cinnamon French Toast

May 25, 2006

1 large banana — ripe
2 large large eggs
1/2 cup skim milk
1/2 tsp cinnamon
4 [...]

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Apple Cinnamon Coffee Cake

May 25, 2006

For the Apple Filling and Topping:
2 T cinnamon
5 T sugar
5 to 6 cups sliced apples (I used Granny Smiths)
For the cake:
2 c sugar
1 c applesauce
4 t vanilla
1/2 c orange juice
pinch salt
4 egg equivalents, lightly beaten
3 c unbleached all-purpose flour
1 T baking powder
1 t nutmeg
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Grease a 12-cup tube or bundt pan [...]

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Pecan Granola

May 22, 2006

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 pinch salt
1 cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/4 cup sesame seeds
Adjust the rack to the midle and preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking [...]

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Hazelnut Muesli

May 22, 2006

1 cup hazelnuts, roasted & chopped
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
3 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
3/4 cup wheat germ
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup dried apricots cut up
1/4 cup coconut ribbons
1/2 cup brown sugar (optional)
Blend all ingredients together and store in an airtight container.

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Hazelnut Granola

May 22, 2006

4 cups oatmeal
1 cup hazelnuts, roasted and chopped
1 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup wheat germ flakes
1 cup raisins
2/3 cup honey
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons oil
Put oatmeal, hazelnuts, coconut and wheat germ flakes in a bowl, mix lightly. Stir together honey, water, vanilla, and oil, then combine well with dry mixture. Spread in a 3-quart, lightly [...]

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Super Loaded Granola

May 22, 2006

4 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup desiccated coconut flakes (available in natural foods stores)
1 cup walnut pieces
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (preferably fresh)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup dried currants
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup dried Calimyrna or Mission figs, sliced
Heat oven to 325 degrees. In large [...]

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Dried Fruit Granola

May 22, 2006

1 cup mixed dried fruit
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup boiling water
3 cups regular oats
1/4 cup almonds slivers
2 tablespoons nonfat dry milk
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Combine the first three ingredients together in a bowl, and let stand for 15 minutes. Combine oats and remaining ingredients together and [...]

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Sunflower Granola

May 22, 2006

  6 cups oatmeal
3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup coconut
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sunflower seed
1/4 cup rice polish or soy flour
1/2 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup corn oil
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 tablespoons honey
1 cup raisins
Stir dry ingredients together.Add remaining ingredients except raisins. Stir. Place in baking pan. Bake at 350 for 45 [...]

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Cherry, Almond and Cinnamon Granola

May 22, 2006

4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups sweetened, shredded coconut
2 cups sliced almonds
1 1/2 cups dried cherries, chopped
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup good honey
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.Toss the oats, coconut, almonds, and cherries together in a large bowl. Pour the vegetable oil and honey over the oat mixture. Add the [...]

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Breakfast Pizza

May 22, 2006

1 prepared thin pizza crust (about 10 ounces), such as Boboli
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 large eggs
1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, cooked and squeezed dry, reserving 1 tablespoon of the liquid
1 cup chopped onion, about 1 medium onion
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
Brush the pizza crust [...]

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Breakfast Casserole with Cactus Sauce

May 22, 2006

2 cups broken blue tortilla chips
1 1/2 cups milk
5 cups day old biscuits
18 eggs
1/2 cup chopped red bell peppers
2 1/2 cups Mexican white cheese, shredded
Cactus Sauce, recipe follows
Preheat 10-inch Dutch oven on open fire. Meanwhile, soak chips in 1/2 cup of milk. This will be your bottom crust. Soak biscuits with remaining ingredients, add extra [...]

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Creme Brulee French Toast Sticks

May 22, 2006

1 cup milk
2 3/4 cups heavy cream
5 vanilla beans
9 egg yolks
3/4 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 loaf French or Italian bread cut into 1 1/2-inch wide sticks
2 tablespoons butter, plus more if needed
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Maple syrup, to taste

In a medium saucepan add milk and cream to saucepan. Using the tip [...]

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Spinach, Bacon and Potato Omelet

May 22, 2006

8 slices bacon
2 large potatoes diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon sofrito, (Goya Sofrito)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
10 eggs beaten
1 1/2 cups chopped spinachCrusty bread, for serving
Preheat the broiler.Arrange the bacon on a baking sheet in a single layer. Place under the broiler, cook for 4 minutes, remove from the oven and flip each [...]

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La Manzania Frittata

May 22, 2006

1 cup chorizo, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
1/2 cup red onion, diced
2 tablespoons jalapeno, finely diced
1/2 cup red bell pepper
8 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 (9-inch) flour tortillas
1/4 cup shredded jack cheese
1/4 cup shredded Cheddar
1/2 cup scallions, diced
Pre heat oven to 375 degrees F.
In a skillet over high heat, cook chorizo. When [...]

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Grilled Salmon Hash

May 22, 2006

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely diced
2 medium red potatoes, boiled, cooled and cut into cubes
12 ounces grilled salmon, pulled apart in medium chunks
2 small zucchini, sliced lengthwise and cut into small dice
1 lemon, zested
1 orange, zested
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced scallion (green part only)
2 tablespoons [...]

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Almond-Orange-Apricot Crescent Rolls

May 22, 2006

1 package store bought crescent roll dough
1/4 cup apricot preserves or all fruit spread
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1 egg
Splash of water
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1/4 cup sliced almonds

Preheat oven to package directions and roll out dough on a nonstick cookie sheet. Cut and separate dough into perforated triangles. Combine the apricot jam or fruit spread and the [...]

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Raspberry Crumb Coffee Cake with Vermont Maple Frosting

May 22, 2006

1 teaspoon butter
1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 stick plus 4 tablespoons butter
2 eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons Vermont maple syrup
2 tablespoons milk
Preheat the [...]

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Glazed Maple-Pecan Oatmeal Scones

March 15, 2006

1 1/2 cups rolled oats (4 1/2 ounces) or quick oats
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup whole milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour (7 1/2 ounces)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon table salt
10 tablespoons unsalted butter , cold, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
1. [...]

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