348 half half recipes

Wok-seared chicken in a smoky tomatillo-mole sauce with roasted garlic, chipotle, and coffee. Served over egg noodles with jalapeño Jack cheese and a fresh platter of jicama, cucumber, and radishes.

Chinese fried pecans soak whole pecan halves in boiling water, coat them in sugar, dry overnight, and fry to a crackling glazed shell. Restaurant-style sweet appetizer or party snack.

Traditional holiday fruitcake loaded with raisins, currants, citron, and pecans, enriched with sherry, honey, and orange marmalade. Baked low and slow, best after aging.

Cinnamon candied pecans with a crunchy egg white and sugar coating baked low and slow at 225F. Five ingredients and utterly addictive for snacking or gifting.

Friendship fruit starter ferments pineapple, peaches, apricots, and cherries in brandy and sugar for three weeks. A boozy heirloom base for cakes, ice cream, or gifting.

Traditional fruitcake studded with dates, figs, candied citron, pecans, and brandy-soaked fruits becomes a family heirloom recipe worth making.

This colorful, no-bake casserole combines al dente elbow macaroni with tender chicken (or tofu), a medley of crunchy vegetables, and nutty sunflower seeds, all coated in a creamy mayonnaise dressing. It’s a versatile, make-ahead dish ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a quick family meal, bursting with fresh flavors and textures.

Wild pecan rice salad with chicken pairs nutty Louisiana wild pecan rice with cubed chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and toasted pecans. Finished with a creamy chickpea-sesame vinaigrette.

A great side dish, chicken mix avocado, nice salad.

Classic pecan pie loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, baked low and slow until golden and set. Garnished with chocolate-dipped pecans and whipped cream.

Crumbled cornbread tossed with sautéed apples, fresh sage, and toasted pecans creates this Southern-style stuffing where sweet and savory dance together inside your holiday bird.

Orange-glazed pecans with fresh orange juice and zest. Candied nuts simmered in citrus syrup until coated, ready in 35 minutes.

Jeweled candied fruitcake loaded with dates, candied pineapple, whole cherries, and 2 lbs of pecan halves. More fruit and nuts than batter. A stunning holiday gift cake.

Chicken pieces simmered in apricot nectar with canned apricots and onion soup mix for a sweet-savory dinner that's retro and comforting.

Was pleasantly surprised by the taste of this recipe. Was very good recipe, even without onions or sour cream. Would recommend!!

Crunchy candied pecans coated in brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, and cloves. Made in the microwave in just 30 minutes for easy holiday snacking or gifting.