mommy puzzle

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Across
  1. 4. Traditional centerpiece for an Easter dinner, or a radio operator's "amateur" counterpart
  2. 5. Tropical fruit traditionally used as a symbol of hospitality, or a pizza topping debate sparker
  3. 11. Thick cut of beef often grilled to medium-rare perfection
  4. 12. Crunchy, orange root vegetable prized by bugs bunny
  5. 13. Citrus fruit that shares its name with a vibrant color
  6. 18. The target of William Tell's arrow, or a teacher's traditional gift
  7. 21. Cultivated berry often found in blues, jazz, or pancakes
  8. 22. Leafy green that famously gave Popeye his strength
  9. 23. Sweet treat made from cacao beans, essential for Valentine's Day
  10. 24. Tart, green, oval fruit with a fuzzy brown skin and vibrant interior
Down
  1. 1. The main ingredient in traditional orange jack-o'-lanterns
  2. 2. Tear-inducing bulb that forms the base of countless savory dishes
  3. 3. Dairy product that can be cheddar, swiss, or gouda
  4. 6. Breakfast staple that can be poached, scrambled, or fried
  5. 7. The bird of choice for Thanksgiving dinner
  6. 8. Link of minced meat, often grilled at a tailgate or served with breakfast eggs
  7. 9. Chilled, churned dairy treat often served in a cone
  8. 10. Liquid gold from hives, or a sweet term of endearment
  9. 14. Spud used for mashing, baking, or frying
  10. 15. Pungent bulb that keeps vampires away
  11. 16. Green, tree-like vegetable that kids often look at with suspicion
  12. 17. Ground beef patty served between buns, often with cheese
  13. 19. Fuzzy-skinned fruit often associated with Georgia or a velvet texture
  14. 20. Cured pork strips that make everything taste better, especially at breakfast
  15. 21. The "staff of life" that gets toasted, sliced, or baked into loaves