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    Not-so-sweet desserts: If you like it salty, spicy or sour

    Photo by: Tom Schierlitz | Recipe by Gina Marie Miraglia Eri
    Peanut Butter Pretzel Tart with Caramel Drizzle-
    Sweet + salty: Get the recipe »... more 
    Photo by: Tom Schierlitz | Recipe by Gina Marie Miraglia Eri
    Peanut Butter Pretzel Tart with Caramel Drizzle-
    Sweet + salty: Get the recipe » less 
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    Thu, Oct 6, 2011 3:18 PM EDT
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    When it comes to sweets, there are times when you want something a little more ...sophisticated than your basic brownie. So what's the simplest way to make desserts taste more grown-up? Mix in a contrasting flavor-like something salty, sour or spicy-as we did with these six easy treats.


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