Skillet Cookie

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Hot Mama Grade: A

Hot Mama Notes: This recipe is amazing! The cookie was delicious. I made it in a 12-inch round cast iron skillet. 

Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

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Hot Mama Grade: A-

Hot Mama Notes: These cookies are good but definitely not worth the work. So much work. Especially the dipping. Also crushing candy canes. The cookies are good not great. I'm not sure I would make them again though they are tasty.

Cowboy Caviar (bean salad)

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Hot Mama Grade: B

Hot Mama Notes: A little too beany for me. And maybe it would taste sooooo much better with fresh corn off the cob than frozen. I omitted the sugar and oil dye to my sister's dietary restrictions, so I didn't make the dressing separately at all. I might have to make this again the proper way to see if I like it better. 

Easy Chickpea Salad

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Hot Mama Grade: A 

Hot Mama Notes: Cucumber, chickpeas, and red onion are a winning combination! No salt, sweeteners, or oil or my sister refuses to eat it otherwise! But the vinegar and garlic are a new flavor additive for me with this combination. My Zaatar from the store has salt in it, so I will add it separately to my individual portion, along with the oil. I used a whole English cucumber because why not! I used a bit less onion and tomato. I didn't have any fresh dill so only added parsley. 

Easy Dal

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Hot Mama Grade: B+

Hot Mama Notes: I used garlic powder in lieu of asafoetida, as I didn't have any, and I really wanted to try this dish. I am sure it will be much better with the correct spice! My Indian friend says Laijee Godhoo is the brand to get! 😊 Still, for a quick and easy dal recipe, this is great. I had multiple bowls. I also substituted regular butter for ghee. I look forward to making this recipe again, the proper way! 😊