Daily Indulgence: June 2011 Recipe Calendar

su-Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Pie with Balsamic Syrup

Photo: Yunhee Kim; Styling: Karen Shinto

Satisfy your cravings with decadent recipes including chocolate desserts, impressive cakes and pies, and rich main dishes.

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Mini Cherry Pies

Photo: Kate Mathis; Styling: Paul Grimes

Finally, a pie that you can eat all by yourself and not feel a lick of guilt. Serve with vanilla ice cream, because you deserve it.

Mini Cherry Pies Recipe

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Malted Milk Ball Ice Cream Pie

Photo: Yunhee Kim; Styling: Karen Shinto

Bring the best of movie home with you by cutting into a slice of malted milk ball pie. Pair with a glass of milk and consider yourself officially on cloud nine.

Malted Milk Ball Ice Cream Pie Recipe

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Mini Strawberry Shortcakes

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Dig in, spoon first, to a dessert that's all yours. Fresh berries, decadent cream, and airy cake make the perfect summer dessert for your next poolside gathering.

Mini Strawberry Shortcakes Recipe

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Date and Almond Truffles

Photo: Nina Choi; Styling: Lisa Lee

A little sweet, a little salty, and totally delicious, this bite-size treat is the perfect after dinner dessert.

Date and Almond Truffles Recipe

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Margarita Ice-Cream Sandwiches

Photo: Anna Williams; Styling: Pam Morris

Never again will you be forced to choose between a drink or a dessert after dinner. We suggest serving these treats frozen; they get a little soggy on the rocks. A salt rim? That's your call.

Margarita Ice-Cream Sandwiches Recipe

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Key Lime Bars

Photo: Andrew McCaul; Styling: Lynn Miller

Summer calls for treats that don't overload your sweet tooth. Enjoy this tart bar with a tall glass of sweet tea.

Key Lime Bars Recipe

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Rich Chocolate Pudding Pie

Photo: Anna Williams; Styling: Pam Morris

Just one slice of this delicious, chocolate pie is all you need to satisfy every craving you've had today. All the more reason to make it two slices.

Rich Chocolate Pudding Pie Recipe

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Double Chocolate Bread Pudding with Dulce de Leche

Photo: Ryan Benyi; Styling: Stephana Bottom

If you can look at this lick-your-screen worthy dessert and still be satisfied with your afternoon candy bar, you're a stronger person that we are. Whip up a batch of this must-try treat tonight.

Double Chocolate Bread Pudding with Dulce de Leche Recipe

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Goat Cheese and Strawberry Grilled Cheese

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Imagine pulling this mouthwatering sandwich out of your bag for today's lunch. Take a deep breath, a small bite, and enjoy. Brown bagging just went to a whole new level.

Goat Cheese and Strawberry Grilled Cheese Recipe

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Peanut Butter-Chocolate-Oatmeal Cereal Bars

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

When you take these bar cookies to the office, better go ahead and leave a stack of recipes right beside them. Trust us, one bite and everyone will wonder who the kitchen genius is.

Peanut Butter-Chocolate-Oatmeal Cereal Bars Recipe

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Strawberry-Lemon Shortbread

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Sink your teeth into a single-serving dessert loaded with the perfect tart-sweet flavor combination. Make them for a shower, a party, or just for you but, trust us, make them soon.

Strawberry-Lemon Shortbread Recipe

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Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Celebrate the best of fresh summer flavor by making a dish that's sure to garner rave reviews. If you're hoping for leftovers, you better double the recipe.

Chicken Enchilada Casserole Recipe

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Sweet Tea Tiramisù

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Your must-have summer sipper just turned decadent in this lovely layered dessert. It's almost too pretty to eat… almost.

Sweet Tea Tiramisù Recipe

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Individual Banana Puddings

Photo: Ryan Benyi; Styling: Stephana Bottom

School's out, so put your rules about sharing aside for tonight and make these single-serving desserts. Cool pudding meets crisp wafers in a dish guaranteed to make your taste buds sing.

Individual Banana Puddings Recipe

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Blackberry Sweet Tea

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Skip the jug-to-go sweet tea and pack a pitcher of this sure-to-satisfy beverage for your next playdate at the park. Go ahead, make your kids proud.

Blackberry Sweet Tea Recipe

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Sour Cherry Coffee Cake

Photo: Kate Sears; Styling: Lynn Miller

Wondering what to make for your weekend company? Plan to bake this must-try breakfast treat for the morning of their departure. Nothing like a sweet send-off before a day on the road!

Sour Cherry Coffee Cake Recipe

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Marbled Brownies

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

If you can believe it, this dessert tastes even better than it looks. Serve with ice cream, if you dare.

Marbled Brownies Recipe

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Lemon Cream Pie

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Go ahead and drag your finger through the beckoning meringue topper. Tonight's dessert is all about you.

Lemon Cream Pie Recipe

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Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dip

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Styling: Lynn Miller

Forget the tie and personalized mug, Dad is ready for a heaping platter of sticky, spicy, lick-your-fingers good wings. The best part is, you can spare the wrapping paper. Just bring a few extra napkins.

Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dip Recipe

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Oven-Baked Churros

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Amy Burke

Four ingredients are all you need to make the cinnamon-sugar treat you crave all season long. Forget parent of the day; these will make you parent of the year.

Oven-Baked Churros Recipe

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Champagne-Soaked Berries with Whipped Cream

Photo: Grant Cornett; Styling: Philippa Brathwaite

Celebrate the first day of summer with dessert that's perfect for a hot day and guaranteed to satisfy. Make some break-and-bake treats for the kids; this dessert is adults only.

Champagne-Soaked Berries with Whipped Cream Recipe

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Crunchy Crab Cakes

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Amy Burke

Bring the best of the beach home. Who needs sand and wet swimsuits? Crab cakes and a tall glass of tea are our version of an ideal getaway.

Crunchy Crab Cakes Recipe

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Cherry-Almond Crisp

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Let your day melt away with a bowl of warm cherry crisp topped with melty vanilla ice cream. It's a dream come true and the perfect way to end your day.

Cherry-Almond Crisp Recipe

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Fried Chicken Bites

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Allison R. Banks

We've got the secret to making delicious fried chicken at home, and we're willing to share. Get ready to write down your new signature recipe.

Fried Chicken Bites Recipe

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Peach Melba Shortbread Bars

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Make a family-friendly dessert that would make even Grandma proud. It's perfect for a potluck supper, a neighborhood block party, or just a night all to yourself.

Peach Melba Shortbread Bars Recipe

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Banana Split Ice-Cream Sandwiches

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Mindi Shapiro

Should you start with the inviting chocolate drizzle? The melting vanilla ice cream? Or maybe the cherry… Whatever you do, eat it quickly. This dessert is sure to be gone in a flash.

Banana Split Ice-Cream Sandwiches Recipe

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Minted Lemon-Lime Watermelon Agua Fresca

Photo: Anna Williams; Styling: Pam Morris

So sweet and inviting with its bright ruby hue, this refreshing summer sipper is the perfect after-dinner treat for the whole family. Pour yourself a tall glass and enjoy.

Minted Lemon-Lime Watermelon Agua Fresca Recipe

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Apricot Almond Swirl Ice Cream Pie

Photo: Yunhee Kim; Styling: Karen Shinto

Too pretty to eat? Maybe. Too delicious to share? Definitely.

Apricot Almond Swirl Ice Cream Pie Recipe

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Greek Skewers

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Hot summer nights call for beautiful and light appetizers that are packed with the rich flavors of the islands. Transport yourself from home to Greece in a single bite.

Greek Skewers Recipe

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Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Pie with Balsamic Syrup

Strawberry Frozen Yogurt with Balsamic Syrup

Photo: Yunhee Kim; Styling: Karen Shinto

This sure-to-cool pie is guaranteed to make you blissfully unaware of the summer's heat and anything left on your to-do list. This moment is just for you.

Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Pie with Balsamic Syrup Recipe

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Mini Cherry Pies

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Malted Milk Ball Ice Cream Pie

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Mini Strawberry Shortcakes

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Date and Almond Truffles

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Margarita Ice-Cream Sandwiches

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Key Lime Bars

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Rich Chocolate Pudding Pie

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Double Chocolate Bread Pudding with Dulce de Leche

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Goat Cheese and Strawberry Grilled Cheese

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Peanut Butter-Chocolate-Oatmeal Cereal Bars

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Strawberry-Lemon Shortbread

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Chicken Enchilada Casserole

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Sweet Tea Tiramisù

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Individual Banana Puddings

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Blackberry Sweet Tea

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Sour Cherry Coffee Cake

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Marbled Brownies

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Lemon Cream Pie

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Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dip

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Oven-Baked Churros

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Champagne-Soaked Berries with Whipped Cream

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Crunchy Crab Cakes

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Cherry-Almond Crisp

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Fried Chicken Bites

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Peach Melba Shortbread Bars

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Banana Split Ice-Cream Sandwiches

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