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Ellie Krieger joins USA WEEKEND

Ellie Krieger joins the USA WEEKEND team as the CookSmart columnist starting this weekend with a collection of recipes perfect for a certain big game! Learn more about Ellie in this photo gallery and video. | Photo Gallery

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    Food personality, nutritionist and cookbook author Ellie Krieger has the perfect menu for your friends and family. Check out this collection of bold flavors, easy prep and guiltless decadence.

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