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Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Culinary Smackdown Battle—Cookies

It was a pleasant surprise to found out that I’ve won the February’s Culinary Smackdown Battle - Hand Held Meat "Pies" on Pretend Chef’s blog. 

My entry was Prosciutto di Parma with Smoke Gouda Crescent.  If you’re new to my blog or don’t remember these crescents, click here for the post.   There’s a video tutorial along with the recipe if you’re interested. 

Prosciutto and Smoke Gouda Crescent

To carry on the “tradition” being the Culinary Smackdown Battle winner, it is my honor to host the Culinary Smackdown Battle for March.  Since the theme for the past 2 months is savory dishes, I think it’s time for some sweet treats.  One of my favorite sweet treats to make is cookies.  So, it will be the theme for this month’s battle.

Culinary Smackdown Battle - Cookies will be held throughout the month of March. Entries submission starts on March 1st, 2011 through March 29th, 2011. I will be announcing the winner on March 31st. To enter the contest, simply link up your entry below.  One entry per person please, and don’t forget to link back to this post on your recipe post so others can see what sweet treats were cooking back here. 

The cookie entry doesn't have to be a new creation.  It could be a previous blog post you already have.  The Smackdown Battle is open to anyone, anywhere in the world.  I'll select the winner at the end of the month and the winner will host the next month's contest.  The main purpose for this "Battle" is for fun and get to know other bloggers and foodies out there.

Okay, we all need some incentives for contest, don’t we?  Here are the prizes for winning the the Culinary Smackdown Battle.

1) Giada De Larentiis Embroidered Apron – a $15 value

Apron

2) Home brand Potholder – a $5 value

Potholder

Giada De Larentiis is one of my favorite chefs from the Food Network, so I picked this beautiful apron as the prize along with the Potholder.  I think the green shade is pretty and perfect for spring.  Hope you like the prizes.  I'll be looking forward to seeing all of the wonderful treats you're going to submit.





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91 comments:

  1. Umm MymoonahMarch 1, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    This looks so tempting, absolutely delicious.

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  2. ann lowMarch 1, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    Congratulations Amy! Thanks for sharing the tutorial, looks so delicious :)

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  3. LisaMarch 1, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    Does it have to be an original created recipe or can it be one we got from a cookbook or other site?

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  4. AmyMarch 1, 2011 at 1:06 AM

    Doesn't have to be an original recipe. If you get the recipe from a cookbook or inspired by another food blog, simply give them credit will do. :) Also, it doesn' have to be a new creation on your blog post. You can pick your favorite cookie from your previous post too.

    Amy

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  5. KaterinaMarch 1, 2011 at 2:29 AM

    Congratulations Amy on winning the contest. I will try to participate.

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  6. AmyMarch 1, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    Thank you, Katerina. I look forward to seeing your entry! :)

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  7. kitchen flavoursMarch 1, 2011 at 5:12 AM

    Congratulations, Amy! Your winning entry sure looks delicious!

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  8. Belinda @zomppaMarch 1, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    Congratulations!1 Looks like a winner - I'd be happy to test it out.

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  9. laxsupermomMarch 1, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    Congratulations! Looks delicious! Beautiful color apron! I always wear an apron while baking, but don't have a turquoise one yet, so my fingers are crossed. Thanks for hosting this contest.

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  10. ♥Sugar♥Plum♥Fairy♥March 1, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    Amy , first of all , am soo happy to meet u in blogosphere , ur kind and sweet , which i love!
    Thannxx a bunch for letting me know , i sure will be here, i cant think of which cookie to send u since i can send only 1 entry!
    Maybe i can write 1 post with many cookies , lol:-)
    Ok does it have to be posted in march only or can it be a back post too?

    Congratulations on the wonderful win , u certainly deserve it with a creation that beautiful and delightfully delicious!

    U have a v wonderful blog and am totally enjoying going thru all the posts galore.
    Happy sunshine with love!
    And yeah have added my email address so i dont miss any posts here !

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  11. KathrynMarch 1, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    Good job on winning the February contest. I do plan on submitting a recipe thanks and see you at the smackdown!

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  12. whatsfordinneracrossstatelinesMarch 1, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    Amy, now you are speaking my language, I love cookies! Congrats on winning last month.
    -GIna-

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  13. MegSmith @ Cooking.In.CollegeMarch 1, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Congratulations!!! That looks wonderful, you definitely deserve it. Those are some awesome prizes. Thank you for your comment on my blog, I appreciate it!

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  14. Shanae BranhamMarch 1, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Congratulations on winning! That is great! I am glad I stopped by today to hear your good news and see what you are doing. By the way, I have a contest giveaway on my blog you might find fun. Take a look. triumphandtears.blogspot.com

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  15. AmyMarch 1, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    @ Sugar Plum Fairy: The post doesn't have to be posted in March. It could be your previous creation and that's totally fine. Hope to see your entry soon!

    Amy

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  16. Christina @ Still LuckyMarch 1, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    Hey Amy,

    Thanks so much for stopping by and inviting me to join! Congrats on winning the contest, they look delicious!

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  17. Chelle BMarch 1, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Amy you're going to have your work cut out for you with trying to decide on a winner! I don't have any cookie recipes yet to link so I'll need to get in the kitchen and come up with something to make and link! Great theme!

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  18. PamelaMarch 1, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Thank you for inviting me to link up. The post you saw actually had cherry rolls on it. But this cookie recipe is my all time favorite. Cookies are my one downfall. I'm going to be in such big trouble with all the yummy looking ones alread on here!

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  19. Melissa @IWasBornToCookMarch 1, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Congratulations and thanks for inviting me to participate! I'm definitely going to :)

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  20. Diana MieczanMarch 1, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Congrats on your win, my dear! That is fantastic and it looks soo yummy:) Happy Tuesday

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  21. That Girl Can Cook!March 1, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    Congrats, Amy! Thanks for inviting me over to your smackdown for cookies :O)

    Marie @ That Girl Can Cook!

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  22. Esther AsburyMarch 1, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    Thanks for the sweet comment and invite to link up! Looks like fun!

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  23. SueMarch 1, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    What fun, Amy! I've got something in mind...:)

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  24. SueMarch 1, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    P.S. I can see why you won the previous contest!

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  25. CollegeBakerGirlMarch 1, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Thanks for inviting me! Glad you think the whole lemon bars are neat :)

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  26. No Raisins on My ParadeMarch 1, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Hi Amy,

    Thanks for the invite!! :)I LOVE cookies!

    -Marissa
    http://noraisinsonmyparade.com

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  27. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeMarch 1, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    I'll definitely play along...thanks, Amy!

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  28. HannahMarch 1, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    I'm linked up. Thanks for hosting!!!

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  29. MollieMarch 1, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Thanks Amy! I just linked up my Toasted Coconut Chocolate Chunk Cookies...which reminds me that I need to make them again! :)

    http://eatrunread.blogspot.com

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  30. Sydney JonesMarch 1, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Congratulations Amy! Your winning dish looks and sounds delicious, I'm going to try it out :) Thanks so much for having me!!

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  31. Christina of Form V ArtisanMarch 1, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    I'll try to sneak a recipe in there soon!
    xo

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  32. ThepearsonfamileeMarch 1, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Thank you for the invite. I added the wrong link. Sorry. I will add the other one next time

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  33. DmarieMarch 1, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    hey, I'll be back with a link to a new post, and to check out the other links here. thanks! here's a previous post of mine about freezing cookie dough:
    http://bettermebetterworld.blogspot.com/2010/12/frozen-homemade-cookie-dough-like-money.html

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  34. AmyMarch 1, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    @ Lisa: no problem. Feel free to change it up. :)

    @ Dmarie: Oh yeah, I love freezing cookie dough this way too. You can have a few freshly baked cookies any time you want. :)

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  35. carolinaheartstringsMarch 1, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    This looks like fun and the recipes look great. Thanks for inviting us to join.

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  36. Gloria BakerMarch 1, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    Amy I love these round up look delicious and amazing!!I love Giada apron is nice!! gloria

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  37. LorraineMarch 1, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Hi Amy! Thanks for letting me know about the link up. I love joint link ups, especially the sweet treats ones. So far you have some amazing looking goodies.

    Congratulations! Your crescents look delicious:)

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  38. Mindie HiltonMarch 1, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Thanks for the invite. I have so many cookie recipes that I love. I chose to enter the Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Cookies because they will be perfect this Spring and Summer and are cute and easy to make.

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  39. Debbi Does Dinner HealthyMarch 1, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    How fun! I entered my favorite cookies! The cherry peppermint tassy cookies. They are wonderful and everyone raves about them, thanks!

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  40. MelissaMarch 1, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Hi Amy! Thanks for visiting me and inviting me to join! As you saw, I linked up. And, you've got yourself a new follower :)

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  41. Betsy BrockMarch 1, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Amy ~ thanks so much for inviting me to join in! I've added my chocolate peanut butter cup cookies to the link! Wow,..a whole month of cookie recipes! This is going to be so much fun!

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  42. Natasha @ Saved by the Egg TimerMarch 1, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    I look forward to seeing all the cookie differant recipes. I posted the Chocolate Mint Truffle Cookies, melt in your mouth good. Thanks for the invite, I look forward to looking through the posts and recipes!

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  43. Andrea (Andreas Kitchen)March 1, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Hi Amy! Thanks for inviting me to link to my cookie recipe. It was difficult to choose my favorite but I decided to share my Pecan Pie Cookie. It is a thumbprint style cookie and tastes just like pecan pie. My recipe is gluten free, but it can be made with "regular" flour if you don't have an issue with gluten.

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  44. Baking RibbonsMarch 1, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    Thank you for inviting me to your smack down! I can't wait to see all the cookies!
    I'm a cookie eater, but not a maker. My hands have arthritis so I stick to things I can easily mix or blend. I did just make Girl Scout thin mint brownies though...from Cookie Madness site. They are wonderful!!! Husband stirs ingredients and washes pans. His reward: he gets to eat !

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  45. SusanMarch 1, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Thanks for the invite! I linked up my FAVORITE cookies! Yummy Chocolate Chip Cookies. :)

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  46. JaneMarch 1, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Thank you so much for telling me about this fun Culinary Smackdown! I am your newest follower & FB Fan! I love your blog and photos!

    Feel free to add a recipe to my Blog Hop -

    http://www.makeaheadmealsforbusymoms.com/melt-in-your-mouth-monday-2/

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  47. LisaMarch 1, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    I just linked up with Apple Jacks Cookies. This smackdown looks like so much fun. Great idea. I can't wait to see all the rest of the entries.

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  48. Maggie @ Vittles and BitsMarch 1, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Congratulations on your win with those crescents, they look amazing!! Love the combo of flavors. Thanks for hosting the next smackdown, and picking COOKIES! One of my faves as well, how fun! :)

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  49. Cristina | Positively BeautyMarch 2, 2011 at 1:56 AM

    Congratulations Amy - the crescents sound yummy!!!
    Thanks for inviting me, I love baking cookies too and had a hard time choosing just one...but here we go, Almond Cardamom & Rose water cookies!
    You have a lovely blog :)

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  50. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    Congrats! I love a cook off! Hmmm.. will have to ponder my entry! Thanks for the invite!

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  51. oneordinarydayMarch 2, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    Thanks for the invite and congrats to you! Looking forward to checking out some of these yummy recipes.

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  52. Courtney @ Sweet Tooth, Sweet LifeMarch 2, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    What a great idea...thanks for the invite! So many goodies in one place...yikes! :)

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  53. Carol @ There's Always Thyme to CookMarch 2, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    Thanks for the invite! Happy to join, but please I prefer not to be included for prizes! Thanks! Your crescents look fantastic, a definite winner!

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  54. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    WOW, what an impressive turnout! Let me see what i can dig up in my archive to join in the fun :) thanks so much for the invite!

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  55. Ellen ZamesMarch 2, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Congrats Amy those crescents look amazing!! Thank you for the invite to the smack down. As suggested I linked up the most simple but delicious recipe for brownie covered minit oreos. These were such a big hit!

    Ellen
    http:everydaysisters.blogspot.com

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  56. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    Thank you so much for inviting me over to participate! Those crescents really look delicious! I can't wait to browse through these cookie recipes!

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  57. Michelle MaskalyMarch 2, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Congrats on your win! Thanks for inviting me to participate!

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  58. Chels/Catz in the KitchenMarch 2, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Thank you so much for the invite :) This is so much fun!

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  59. A multi-dimensional lifeMarch 2, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Hi Amy,
    Thanks for your sweet message. I haven't posted in a few weeks because we just lost my father in law. Long story, but he was just diagnosed at the beginning of Feb and the cancer took him quickly. We believe it was God's mercy and we are grateful that he didn't have to suffer. It's been a tough month.

    That said, thanks for the invite! I would love to participate, but only hope my pic's can do me justice (wink)!

    Congratulations to you. You are certainly deserving! Thanks again for the invitation!
    xoxo

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  60. AmyMarch 2, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    @ Lorraine: Really really sorry to hear about your lost. My deepest condolence and sympathy are with you and your family. I'm sure your father in law is in a better place and may peace be with him and the rest of the family. Please take good care of yourself and your loved ones during this tough time.

    Warm Regards,
    Amy

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  61. MelissaDaamsMarch 2, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Hi Amy. This sounds like a lot of fun. Congrats on being a "smackdown" winner.

    Well, I submitted the sugar waffles - I don't know if they really classify as a cookie but you know - it's for fun right?!

    Hope to get to know you and your blog better :)
    Greetings from the Netherlands!

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  62. The Fajdich TimesMarch 2, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Congrat on winning! This is going to be fun! Can't wait to see all the good cookie recipes:)

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  63. AnnieMarch 2, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Congrats on winning!!!!!! :) Hmmm I definitely want to enter - just have to figure out which recipe..

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  64. LibbyMarch 2, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Congratulations! Thanks so much for hosting.

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  65. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Holy Love of Cookies!!! Great contest going on !

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  66. claireMarch 2, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    Just added mine! thanks for filling me in... Such a great contest!!

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  67. CamiMarch 2, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Thanks for the invite. I added my favorite chocolate chip cookie bars! Can't wait to check out the other entries!

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  68. Rachel/CoconutCrumbsMarch 2, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    I don't have any cookie recipes to contribute, but I love this idea! wow, amazing variety! thanks Amy

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  69. ManniMarch 2, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Congratulations Amy!!! Thats awesome :)
    I'm so happy that you are hosting, I can't wait to try this one out :)
    Thanks so much!
    hugs
    Manni

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  70. MythreyiMarch 2, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    Thanks for Inviting Amy, Love to see all varities of cookies here.

    I have submitted my cookies link here:

    http://yummyodds.blogspot.com/2011/02/sugar-spritz-cookies.html


    -Mythreyi
    Yum! Yum! Yum!

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  71. ZoeMarch 2, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Thanks for the invite. Sounds exciting!

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  72. nizaineeseMarch 2, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Thanks for your invitation Amy....

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  73. claireMarch 2, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    I am so sorry! I had no idea! I would love to submit my whoopie pies!

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  74. AmyMarch 2, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    No problem, Claire. :) Just want to make sure we got THE entry you preferred to submit. Have a wonderful evening.

    Amy

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  75. ann lowMarch 2, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    Thanks Amy for the invite. I've just linked up mine :)

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  76. AnonymousMarch 3, 2011 at 1:46 AM

    Congratulations Amy, I've just added my cookie recipe..a busy time for everyone at the moment but look forward to checking out the other linked bloggers..Yvette x

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  77. Jo-Anna@APrettyLifeMarch 3, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Hi! Thanks for the invite! I linked up my Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies!
    Jo-Anna

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  78. Treat and TrickMarch 3, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Congratulations Amy, thanks for the invite, have linked up mine. This is going to be a great event. Happy hosting!

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  79. Jessica @ Jessiker BakesMarch 3, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Congrats!! Thanks for inviting me to your contest too! Looks splendid; I added my link.

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  80. Coleen McCrea KatzMarch 4, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Hi Amy! Wow! I can't believe how many entries you have! I am so NOT a baker!!! I guess I am the crafter/sewer and you are the baker! Congrats on your win and have fun with this month's challenge.

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  81. UnknownMarch 5, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    Congrats on the win - that crescent looks absolutely divine! Also, thanks for the invite - I've linked up as entry #100! Great turnout - can't wait to check out all these cookies!

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  82. Miz HelenMarch 6, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Congratulations Amy on the new Smackdown win! You really deserve that honor, your food is always amazing. Just look at all these wonderful cookies that you have here, this is great! I have brought you my Italian Sesame Seed Cookie, hope you enjoy them. Have a great Smackdown!
    Best Wishes,
    Miz Helen

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  83. A multi-dimensional lifeMarch 7, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    Hi Amy! As I promised, I'm back and I linked up my cookie recipe for "Grandma Jesse's Real Scotch Shortbread"! Had a bit of difficulty getting the title on, so I shortened it for the link :) but hopefully it looks o.k. on your end! Thanks again for the invite!

    Wondering what you are having for dinner tonight?!! :) xo

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  84. Nikki (Coupon Cookin')March 9, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Amy-Thanks for hosting. Your food always looks so amazing and all of the cookie recipes! WOW.

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  85. claireMarch 10, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    keeping my fingers crossed!

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  86. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    Linked! :)

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  87. AnonymousMarch 14, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Hi, I found your site from following the CSBs. Wow, you've got a big task on your hands selecting a winner from so many good entries! I think your prizes esp the apron are fantastic incentives! I want the apron too but competing with more than a hundred cookies is just too intimidating, haha!

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  88. Rachel SueMarch 16, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Thanks for the invitation Amy! All the cookies look great! I added my Tiramisu Flavored Ladyfingers. :)

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  89. ♥Sugar♥Plum♥Fairy♥March 31, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Amy , i know i m so late , but had probs with adding my entry and thought will come back later and try , coz was so sure it was 31st march as the last day :-(
    Please do add me in too:-)
    Here is my link :-)
    http://brightmorningstarsfoodie.blogspot.com/2011/02/cookie-crumblejammers-r-cookies-in.html

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  90. AmyMarch 31, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    @ Sugar Plum Fairy: Sorry but this contest was closed on March 29th as stated on the contest rules of this post. Hopefully, we'll have more fun contests similar to this one in the future. Plus, I'll have a GIVEAWAY on my blog real soon, so stay tuned. If you haven't sign up for my RSS feed or as a Follower, please do so. That way, you won't miss out on new posts, deadline reminders or new recipes in the future. Have a wonderful day.

    Amy

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  91. UnknownApril 9, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    We missed it. Who won?
    Thank you Amy for leading such a fun contest. She and he have so enjoyed looking at all the contestants' blogs all month long!
    http://saidshesaidhe.blogspot.com/

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