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Red Velvet Swirl Brownies

2012-04-09T14:51:00.000-04:00

I saw this recipe sometime ago on Food Network and decided I must try it one day. The perfect occasion came with Easter, so here we are: For the Red Velvet brownie layer: 1 stick unsalted...

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Cream of Leek and Asparagus Soup

2012-03-26T10:33:00.000-04:00

This soup is a great way to celebrate asparagus, and the addition of leeks in the recipe gives a boost of extra iron as well as delicious flavor. This sumptuous soup tastes even better if made a...

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Crustless Smoked Salmon, Leek and Red Peppers Quiche

2012-03-22T00:19:00.000-04:00

This crustless quiche is easy to make and great for any meal. The smoked salmon lends a touch of elegance, and the leeks can be substituted with onions or shallots. Ingredients: - 3...

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Risotto Primavera

2012-03-18T23:55:00.000-04:00

This is a twist on the technique to cooking a classic risotto, and it only takes 6 minutes of continuous stirring, as opposed to 18, because this risotto cooks undisturbed for the first 12 minutes....

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Stuffed Pork Chops

2012-03-14T00:00:00.001-04:00

Ingredients (I halved the quantities listed below, as I had two monster pork chops :))) 1/2 cup kosher salt 3 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoons light brown sugar 2 quarts water 4 (2-inch thick) pork...

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Roasted Branzino Stuffed with Leeks and Meyer Lemons

2012-03-13T23:50:00.000-04:00

I prepared the branzino in the Mediterranean style, with citrus and herbs and served with a risotto Primavera. You can replace the branzino with any white, flaky fish. Ingredients: 1 whole...

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Tomatoes Stuffed with Rice

2012-03-08T22:28:00.000-05:00

A staple in the Roman cuisine, tomatoes stuffed with rice appear on nearly every antipasto table in Rome. You'll need: - 8 firm, medium ripe tomatoes (I had 3 very large ones) - 1/2 cup raw...

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Crustless Broccoli and Cauliflower Quiche

2012-03-07T22:10:00.001-05:00

This recipe again makes use of the entire broccoli, nothing is left out. Peel off the skin of the broccoli stems with a vegetable peeler or a very sharp knife, then cut them into slices or...

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Baked Basa Roulades

2012-02-29T23:47:00.001-05:00

Ingredients: 2-3 Basa fillets 2 red bell peppers 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 extra virgin olive oil 1 lemon 4 cloves of garlic dry white wine salt and pepper to taste Place the red...

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Roasted Fennel Salad

2012-02-29T00:20:00.000-05:00

- 1 fennel bulb, fronds reserved - 1 organic orange - olive oil, for frying - Fleur de sel (sea salt) and freshly ground black pepper - small red onion, about 1/2 - a handful toasted pine...

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Broccoli Soup with Lemon-Pistachio Butter

2012-02-28T23:49:00.000-05:00

No parts of the broccoli are wasted in making this soup; both florets and stalks are boiled and pureed. Pistachio butter is as good as it sounds! You'll need: - 3 tbsp chopped salted...

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Chicken Braciole with Alfredo Sauce

2012-02-25T23:59:00.002-05:00

Ingredients: 4 (8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup dried Italian breadcrumbs 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves (about 1 small bunch) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 clove...

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Brazilian Shrimp Soup

2012-02-23T15:14:00.000-05:00

2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 3/4 cup long-grain rice 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes 1 3/4 teaspoons...

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French Onion Soup (Anne Burrell's recipe)

2012-02-22T00:37:00.000-05:00

Extra-virgin olive oil 8 large onions, thinly sliced from stem to root end Kosher salt 6 ounces dry sherry 4 bay leaves 1 bundle thyme 2 quarts chicken stock 12 thin slices baguette 1/2 pound...

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Tian of Eggplant, Tomato and Herbs

2012-02-21T23:59:00.000-05:00

This gorgeous layered vegetable gratin requires 3 hours in the oven for its alchemy to work. A tian is an earthenware baking dish but you can use a small paella pan or any dish with a 10-cup...

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Sausages, Beans and Olives Casserole

2012-02-20T05:19:00.000-05:00

I read that this is a traditional dish in northern Italy, usually made with lard and pork belly, which I replaced here with olive oil, sausages and pancetta, thus getting the strong flavours of pork...

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French Vegetable Tian

2012-02-14T23:15:00.000-05:00

A wonderful vegetarian dish I used to accompany some chicken breast stuffed with pine nuts, leek and bell pepper. Very simple to make and very versatile, can easily be paired with any meat or eaten...

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Simple Chicken Parmigiana

2012-02-10T23:50:00.000-05:00

This recipe renders a juicy chicken, after being "breaded" with finely grated Parmesan cheese, covered with mozzarella cheese and topped with roasted grape tomatoes. Everything happens in the oven,...

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Veal Cutlets with Red Bell Pepper

2012-02-06T23:02:00.001-05:00

For this recipe I used veal for scallopini, so no need to bother beating the meat. I also made some modifications, which I will mention as I go along. The listed quantities yield 6 servings, but I...

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Creamy Potato Gratin

2012-02-05T23:50:00.000-05:00

This is a classic recipe where the pungent Gruyere acts as a protective layer, preventing the potatoes from drying out. To serve 4, you'll need: - 1 lb Yukon gold all all-purpose potatoes - 1...

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Red Snapper with Tomatoes and Basil

2012-02-04T23:50:00.000-05:00

In this dish the snapper juices mingle with the tomatoes and basil in a parchment packet to create a fabulous sauce. Ingredients; - 1 tbsp butter - 1 large garlic clove, finely chopped -...

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Chicken Soup with Apples and Leeks

2012-01-29T23:37:00.000-05:00

This a sensational full-flavored winter soup, in which the leeks and apples accentuate and bring into focus the chicken. It is especially tasty if you just came in from the cold :D. - 1.5...

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Crunchy Crumbed Cod with Frozen Peas

2012-01-28T23:57:00.000-05:00

In this recipe frozen peas are used straight from the freezer, just break them up by slamming the package on the counter a few times. The peas provide moisture as the cod is roasted at a high...

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Morrocan Spiced Chickpea Soup

2012-01-22T23:59:00.002-05:00

Chickpeas seem to call out for Moroccan spices, so that's what they get here. I make this soup really chunky and hearty. 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish 1 large onion, medium...

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Chicken Livers Peri Peri

2012-01-19T23:26:00.000-05:00

My daughter requested that I make some chicken livers last night, and she wanted a recipe I haven't made before. So I found this one which apparently originates in South Africa. I cut down pretty...

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