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Everyday meatballs reviewed by kateq

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 10th July 2022)

I liked these a lot--and not just because how this recipe streamlines the process. I do think the timing is a little off--I checked mine at the suggested...
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Turkish Lamb Chops with Sumac, Tahini and Dill reviewed by kaye16

From: Dinner: Changing the Game (reviewed 10th July 2022)

4.5 even. These were delicious. The title is odd, since sumac is an option garnish, not a part of the recipe proper. I made a half recipe; it took the...
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Sadie's Buttermilk Biscuits reviewed by jenncc

From: All Recipes (reviewed 9th July 2022)

This is a fantastic recipe. I do prefer using half butter half lard for optimal flakiness and flavor. This recipe is easily halved for 7 good sized biscuits...
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Peach-Blueberry Cobbler reviewed by jenncc

From: Martha Stewart (reviewed 5th July 2022)

Really enjoyed this - simple and tasty. I used nectarines (unpeeled) and a mix of berries (blue/black/raspberry). I wanted a thicker layer of fruit so...
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Best Ever Banana Bread reviewed by jenncc

From: All Recipes (reviewed 5th July 2022)

This is a Very Good Banana Bread - not Best Ever, but certainly would eat or make again. I did cut back on the sugar a bit and glad I did otherwise this...
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Moist and Fluffy Vanilla Cupcakes reviewed by jenncc

From: Sugar Geek Show (reviewed 26th June 2022)

Best vanilla cupcakes! Not only moist and fluffy but really delicious too. Made a half recipe for 12 standard size cupcakes. Frosted with Easy Chocolate...
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Moist and Fluffy Chocolate Cupcakes reviewed by jenncc

From: Sugar Geek Show (reviewed 26th June 2022)

These are great - yummy, perfect texture and slightly domed. Made 1/2 recipe for 12 standard size cupcakes. I think these were baked in 16 minutes, so...
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Easy Buttercream reviewed by jenncc

From: Sugar Geek Show (reviewed 26th June 2022)

This is silky smooth, slightly shiny and not too sweet. This would be my "forever frosting" but it wasn't quite stiff enough to pipe like I wanted it...
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Moist Vanilla Cake reviewed by jenncc

From: Sugar Geek Show (reviewed 26th June 2022)

Truly delicious! Wonderful texture and taste- moist, fluffy, fine crumb, great vanilla flavor! I was slightly confused when referring to her cake/frosting...
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Easy Chocolate Buttercream reviewed by jenncc

From: Sugar Geek Show (reviewed 26th June 2022)

This is a "faux Swiss Meringue" which comes together quickly and taste great. My problem however was that this was very soft! There was only a small...
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Vanilla Cake / "The Best Vanilla Cake I Ever Had" reviewed by jenncc

From: Sally's Baking Addiction (reviewed 21st June 2022)

The flavor of this cake is very good, it is a little dense however. I paired this with a chocolate ermine frosting and the two worked well together. ...
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Chocolate Buttercream (Ermine Icing) reviewed by jenncc

From: Foxy Folksy (reviewed 19th June 2022)

The final product was tasty but I second guessed myself throughout the process! I have made Ermine frosting before so I know the process and what to expect....
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Lebanese Potato Salad reviewed by jenncc

From: Eating Well (reviewed 19th June 2022)

I really like this salad. Most recently I added garlic and used a little red onion instead of scallions and thought it was delicious!
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Pan-Fried Asparagus with Lemon Zest reviewed by kaye16

From: Dinner: Changing the Game (reviewed 18th June 2022)

Very good. The asparagus didn't get done in 5 minutes. In the end, I added bits of water and covered for another 5min or so.
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Anchovy Lamb Chops with Capers and Garlic reviewed by kaye16

From: Dinner: Changing the Game (reviewed 18th June 2022)

These were very good. Small problems with the recipe itself. - For four people, the recipe asks for 4 lamb chops. Don't you usually have three or four...
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Chamomile Tea Cake With Strawberry Icing reviewed by jenncc

From: The New York Times (reviewed 13th June 2022)

This was terrific and I will def be making it again. I did follow some of the suggestions in the reviews - made a little less icing (w/ slightly different...
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Epic Snickerdoodles From Jessie Sheehan reviewed by jenncc

From: food52 (reviewed 11th June 2022)

Really enjoyed these cookies! They had soft centers and crisp edges and the cinnamon flavor was just right (although I may have been a tiny bit generous...
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Chicken Piccata reviewed by jenncc

From: Simply Recipes (reviewed 6th June 2022)

This is simple and delicious. I add 3 smashed garlic cloves into the sauce.
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Sicilian Chicken Salad reviewed by kaye16

From: Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking (reviewed 6th June 2022)

An unusual (at this house) and delicious chicken salad. A half recipe used the meat for half of last night's roast chicken. I didn't make aïoli, but tarted...
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Harissa reviewed by hipcook

From: Food Wishes (reviewed 2nd June 2022)

This is a remarkably simple technique for a delicious fiery pepper puree. You can make it with green hot peppers (poblanos and jalepenos are more available...
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Oatmeal Cookies with Nuts and Chocolate reviewed by jenncc

From: Baking with Dorie: Sweet, Salty & Simple (reviewed 22nd May 2022)

These are tasty oatmeal cookies. I am not a huge lover of chocolate so I made half the dough with extra nuts (walnuts) and cranberries and half as directed...
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Strawberry Summer Cake reviewed by Kestrel

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 17th May 2022)

I made a half recipe to take to a group function. Mine rose a lot and wasn't all that attractive; It would probably look better if made in the pan called...
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Citrus Berry Quick Bread reviewed by jenncc

From: Ovenly: Sweet and Salty Recipes from New York's Most Creative Bakery (reviewed 15th May 2022)

This is moist and delicious, however I would have loved a little more lemon flavor... and that's after adding 1/4 cup lemon juice! I followed the recipe...
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Greek Olive Pasta Salad reviewed by jenncc

From: Half Baked Harvest (reviewed 13th May 2022)

I thought this was delicious! I hesitated on several points - tahini? Raw shallots? Honey dijon? Decided to stick with the recipe and glad I did - it...
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White Velvet Buttermilk Cake reviewed by jenncc

From: Sugar Geek Show (reviewed 27th April 2022)

This is a wonderful white cake - moist and fluffy with a tender crumb. The frosting is also great - comes together easily, not too sweet, and pipes well....
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White Beans With Za'atar Roasted Tomatoes reviewed by jenncc

From: Rose Water and Orange Blossoms (reviewed 27th April 2022)

The tomatoes really make this bowl of beans anything but ordinary! So good! I used dried cannellini beans cooked with fresh sage, rosemary, oregano,...
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Sunshine Salad Dressing reviewed by kateq

From: Cookie + Kate (reviewed 25th April 2022)

Really delicious. Very nice texture/thickness.
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Rice Pudding reviewed by jenncc

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 15th April 2022)

Really love the creamy, custardy pudding that results from a little time and a lot of milk. I did halve the sugar because I prefer a less sweet pudding...
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Truly irresistible granola reviewed by Kestrel

From: Grains for every season (reviewed 12th April 2022)

Delicious granola! I also made a half recipe since it makes a lot. In my convection oven this took about 40 minutes. Will definitely repeat this.
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Red Lentil Soup with Greens reviewed by kaye16

From: Moosewood Restaurant Simple Suppers: Fresh Ideas for the Weeknight Table (reviewed 11th April 2022)

Very tasty and easy to put together. I made a half recipe, so used half the water for cooking the lentils. I had to add more water along the way. Used...
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Indian Potato Salad with Cilantro Omelet reviewed by kaye16

From: Moosewood Restaurant Simple Suppers: Fresh Ideas for the Weeknight Table (reviewed 11th April 2022)

A very nice dinner, served with Red Lentil Soup with Greens, as suggested. The potato salad was delicious and worth making on its own. I used 3 eggs to...
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Edouard's Chocolate Chip Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: Baking Chez Moi: Recipes from My Paris Home to Your Home Anywhere (reviewed 30th March 2022)

As I have said before I am no chocolate chip cookie connoisseur, nor a big fan of the popular cookie, but I think these were really very good. That said...
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Cajun Shrimp Pie with Creamy Corn Crust reviewed by kaye16

From: Pot Pies: Comfort Food Under Cover (reviewed 30th March 2022)

Quite tasty, and easy to assemble, if pushing the limits of what a pot pie is. - I made a half recipe and baked our two servings in individual casserole...
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Soda Farls reviewed by hipcook

From: The Irish Cookbook (reviewed 28th March 2022)

Basically a soda bread griddle cake. I think my technique needs work (and maybe the recipe needs more specificity) - I made my first batch way too thick...
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Cannellini bean and leek soup with chilli oil reviewed by Kestrel

From: River Cottage Veg Every Day! (River Cottage Every Day) (reviewed 26th March 2022)

This makes a tasty and nutritious soup, and it’s easy to put together. I used small red beans instead of the cannellini beans (soaked overnight in lightly...
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Cannellini bean and leek soup with chilli oil reviewed by Kestrel

From: River Cottage Veg: 200 Inspired Vegetable Recipes (reviewed 26th March 2022)

This makes a tasty and nutritious soup, and it’s easy to put together. I used small red beans instead of the cannellini beans (soaked overnight in lightly...
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Carrot and walnut cake reviewed by Kestrel

From: Veg Patch: River Cottage Handbook No.4 (reviewed 25th March 2022)

I made this for a work event and everyone loved it. I doubled the recipe and used spelt flour for half the flour. I also ran out of carrots and substituted...
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Asian inspired coleslaw reviewed by Kestrel

From: River Cottage Veg Every Day! (River Cottage Every Day) (reviewed 25th March 2022)

Really good simple coleslaw. I used red cabbage and more cilantro in addition to the carrots. I also added some black rice vinegar to the dressing and...
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Asian inspired coleslaw reviewed by Kestrel

From: River Cottage Veg: 200 Inspired Vegetable Recipes (reviewed 25th March 2022)

Really good simple coleslaw. I used red cabbage and more cilantro in addition to the carrots. I also added some black rice vinegar to the dressing and...
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Baked Rice Pudding reviewed by jenncc

From: Little Sweet Baker (reviewed 22nd March 2022)

This was very good with potential for excellence. It did not state weather or not I should stir during baking so I didn't until the last 15-20 minutes...
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The Life-Changing Loaf of Bread reviewed by jenncc

From: My New Roots (reviewed 20th March 2022)

I have made the Josey Baker "Adventure Bread" version of this recipe several times and really enjoyed it. I thought I would try the original and was similarly...
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Nasu Dengaku – Miso Glazed Eggplant reviewed by jenncc

From: Pickled Plum (reviewed 18th March 2022)

I love this dish and this is a wonderful version of it. I used regular 'globe" eggplant and it was perfect.
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Strawberry Rhubarb Pie reviewed by jenncc

From: Zoe Bakes (reviewed 15th March 2022)

Made for Pi day 2022 and it was perfect. Strawberry sweetness + rhubarb tang + super flaky crust = best pie ever! I made the filling and crust the day...
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Lemon Chess Pie reviewed by jenncc

From: King Arthur Flour (reviewed 15th March 2022)

Love the balance of sweet and tart in this pie! I thought the texture was perfect - smooth with a thin layer of lemon "crust". The actual crust is very...
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Easy Lentil Supper Soup reviewed by kaye16

From: Ainsley Harriott's Gourmet Express (reviewed 13th March 2022)

Easy and very tasty. I didn't seed my chili, so it was nicely tingly. The whole recipe will make three dinner servings, not four as advertised.
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No knead sweet potato dinner rolls reviewed by Kestrel

From: thekitchn.com (reviewed 11th March 2022)

Very easy rolls that taste great and involve a minimum of work. You can use squash for the sweet potato if desired. I placed mine closer together than...
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Spicy lentil wraps with tahini sauce reviewed by Kestrel

From: thekitchn.com (reviewed 11th March 2022)

I love these wraps. It's a bit of work to make everything, but it is so worth the effort. All the parts can be refrigerated for a few days (except the...
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How to make the best instant pot hummus reviewed by Kestrel

From: thekitchn.com (reviewed 11th March 2022)

I’ve been trying many different hummus recipes in an attempt to find a good creamy one that’s not too much work. This was a very good basic recipe....
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Chicken Tikka Masala reviewed by jenncc

From: New York Times - Recipes (reviewed 8th March 2022)

I think this is the same recipe that is listed (and I have made) on Epicurious.com - and it is terrific. Very flavorful, just the right amount of heat/spice,...
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Almond Rice Pudding reviewed by jenncc

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 6th March 2022)

Followed others recommendation and decreased the almond extract to 1/4 teaspoon and it was excellent - rich, creamy and not too sweet. Even if you're...
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German Soft Pretzel Sticks reviewed by kateq

From: Food & Wine (reviewed 6th March 2022)

Loved it! Very simple. Clear instructions. Only change: added a bit of salt to the dough.
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Vegetable Stock reviewed by kateq

From: Love & Lemons (reviewed 5th March 2022)

Excellent and easy. No roasting, no oily pans to clean but a very pure tasting broth. I had no leeks or thyme, but I had everything else. I let it cook...
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Arugula Pesto reviewed by kateq

From: Hunter Angler Gardener Cook (reviewed 3rd March 2022)

Addictive! Perfect proportions. Did it the lazy way in the food processor. Used walnuts and parm. Will make again and again. Have pecorino on my shopping...
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Baked Stuffed Tomatoes 49 reviewed by kaye16

From: Moosewood Restaurant Simple Suppers: Fresh Ideas for the Weeknight Table (reviewed 27th February 2022)

This was quite good, easy and fast, being Moosewood. I served this as a main with 3 small-medium tomatoes for two. This was fine, but I think it would...
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Whole Wheat Pita reviewed by jenncc

From: Bavel: Modern Recipes Inspired by the Middle East (reviewed 27th February 2022)

This is the plushest, most tasty pita I have made in a long time. This has just the right chew and extra flavorful from an extended ferment and the good...
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Lebanese Knafeh Jibneh reviewed by jenncc

From: Rose Water and Orange Blossoms (reviewed 27th February 2022)

This is a wonderful, decadent dessert/breakfast. I do believe the butter could be cut a bit. The top (bottom in the pan) did not get as crispy as I would...
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Semolina Bread reviewed by jenncc

From: Baking Sense (reviewed 25th February 2022)

Nice flavor but I did not get great oven spring. Perhaps I over proofed slightly? I will try this one again, watching the clock a little closer.
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Mincemeat Muffins reviewed by Kestrel

From: 750 Best Muffin Recipes: Everything from breakfast classics to gluten-free, vegan and coffeehouse favorites (reviewed 25th February 2022)

Very good muffins. I made changes; used einkorn flour for half the flour, added some spices (extra cinnamon, cloves, allspice), used 1 egg only. Baking...
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Spinach Triangles (Fatayer) reviewed by jenncc

From: The Arab Table (reviewed 22nd February 2022)

These are good - not as good as the ones I grew up with, better than some I have made/had from bakeries. The biggest difference in this recipe is the...
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Mediterranean Vegetable & Fish Stew reviewed by kaye16

From: Spain on a Fork (reviewed 22nd February 2022)

This was easy and delicious. But the number of servings (TWO) is off. There's the amount of fish I would serve for two and there's the amount of shrimp...
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Blueberry Muffins reviewed by jenncc

From: Zoe Bakes (reviewed 21st February 2022)

These are the second or third blueberry muffin recipe I have tried recently and by far the best! Tender cake, loads of blueberries and a proper crunchy...
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Lemon Meltaways reviewed by jenncc

From: Cooking (reviewed 19th February 2022)

I love the texture of these little shortbreads, however I wish I had added a little more lemon juice/zest than I did. I added about 3 T. juice and 2 T....
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Lemon Meltaways reviewed by jenncc

From: The New York Times (reviewed 19th February 2022)

I love the texture of these little shortbreads, however I wish I had added a little more lemon juice/zest than I did. I added about 3 T. juice and 2 T....
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Old Fashioned Tapioca Pudding reviewed by jenncc

From: Bob's Red Mill (reviewed 19th February 2022)

Hmm.. I think this could be a four star recipe but I may have over done it with the egg whites. This is simple enough to put together - calling for you...
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One Pot Broccoli Mac and Cheese reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 16th February 2022)

So much better than I anticipated for such a simple pantry recipe. I was generous with garlic and pepper and added some Coleman's mustard, but otherwise...
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Small Chocolate Cake reviewed by jenncc

From: Sally's Baking Addiction (reviewed 15th February 2022)

Another great cake from this site! I made 6 standard size cupcakes and used an ermine frosting flavored with some left over chocolate ganache for a wonderful...
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Small Batch Blueberry Muffins reviewed by jenncc

From: Hummingbird High (reviewed 14th February 2022)

These are a little fussy if you follow all the directions (placement of muffins in pan, squishing 1/2 the berries etc) but it did produce a very delicious...
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One-Pot Rice and Beans reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 12th February 2022)

So easy and so good. And even better the second time around. I read the notes and added green pepper, garlic, bay leaves and cumin with water instead...
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Rice and sprout salad reviewed by Kestrel

From: The Complete Harrowsmith Cookbook: All Three Harrowsmith Cookbooks in One Volume (reviewed 11th February 2022)

I first made this for a memorable lunch with family, and we all loved it. It’s tangy with a bit of sweetness from the honey, and is absolutely delicious....
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Lemon Drizzle Cake reviewed by jenncc

From: The New York Times (reviewed 9th February 2022)

Update: The flavor of this cake improves with time! In fact I have to say it def clears the very good/4 stars mark. I am docking one star because as...
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Mandelkaka med Bjornbar (Blackberry Almond Cake) reviewed by Kestrel

From: Fika: The Art of The Swedish Coffee Break, with Recipes for Pastries, Breads, and Other Treats (reviewed 7th February 2022)

This cake is excellent and so easy to make. The recipe uses blackberries, which are great, but I’ve also made it with raspberries, blueberries, or small...
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Zucchini with Zucchini (Jhinga aur ghia) reviewed by kaye16

From: Madhur Jaffrey's Indian Cooking (reviewed 6th February 2022)

It's always a surprise to me to find another winner recipe from such a well-used cookbook. Not sure why I've never made this. It's definitely good. I...
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Buckwheat crackers reviewed by Kestrel

From: Grains for every season (reviewed 5th February 2022)

Tasted good and very easy to make. Mine were not very crisp, may reduce the water next time.
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Easy Homemade Dog Cake reviewed by jenncc

From: Crazy For Crust (reviewed 5th February 2022)

My dog loved it (he's not picky tho). Made "pupcakes" and baked about 13-14 minutes.
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Black Bean Tostadas with Slivered Cabbage, Avocado, and Pickled Onions reviewed by kaye16

From: Vegetarian Suppers from Deborah Madison's Kitchen (reviewed 29th January 2022)

This was a decided hit. Very tasty. Easy to assemble, if a bit messy with lots of bowls for this's and thats. As suggested, I made the the Salsa Cruda...
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Shockingly Easy No-Knead Focaccia reviewed by jenncc

From: Bon Appetit (reviewed 28th January 2022)

Shockingly easy, shockingly delicious! I only had time for a four hour ferment but the flavor and texture was still perfect. Crisp edges and plush interior!...
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Triple Ginger Skillet Cake reviewed by jenncc

From: The New York Times (reviewed 27th January 2022)

This was a wonderful gingerbread cake- moist and deliciously gingery! I was generous with the spices using rounded teaspoons and a fat 2 inch piece of...
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Ermine Icing (Cooked Flour Frosting) reviewed by jenncc

From: King Arthur Flour (reviewed 23rd January 2022)

This is another nice recipe for ermine frosting - not too sweet, fluffy but pipe-able and very easy to make. I made this for a coconut cake.
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Beef Shanks with Red Wine and Tomatoes reviewed by kaye16

From: The Italian Slow Cooker (reviewed 22nd January 2022)

As recipes from this book go, this one was a flop. The meat never got "so tender that you can cut them with a spoon". No idea why. The sauce is pretty...
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Sri Lankan Rice with Cilantro and Lemon Grass reviewed by kaye16

From: At Home with Madhur Jaffrey: Simple, Delectable Dishes from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka (reviewed 19th January 2022)

Very tasty rice. I made a quarter recipe; that was plenty for two.
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Mushroom and Pea Curry reviewed by kaye16

From: At Home with Madhur Jaffrey: Simple, Delectable Dishes from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka (reviewed 19th January 2022)

Very tasty. There is a problem with the amount of water asked; 2cups for the full recipe is way too much. Tonight I made a half recipe and used about...
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Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry (Bhuni Jhinga) reviewed by kaye16

From: At Home with Madhur Jaffrey: Simple, Delectable Dishes from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka (reviewed 19th January 2022)

Easy, fast, delicious. What more can you ask?
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Ryan's Pie reviewed by kaye16

From: Pot Pies: Comfort Food Under Cover (reviewed 18th January 2022)

Pretty good and quite easy. I used cooked turkey, rather than chicken, since I had that to use up. It was short on veggies, so I added some frozen peas...
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Grated Carrot Salad (Carottes Rapees) reviewed by Kestrel

From: My Paris Kitchen: Recipes and Stories (reviewed 16th January 2022)

Very simple and delicious if you have good carrots. On permanent rotation.
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Lemon Blackberry Muffins reviewed by Kestrel

From: 750 Best Muffin Recipes: Everything from breakfast classics to gluten-free, vegan and coffeehouse favorites (reviewed 16th January 2022)

We grow blackberries in our allotment; they’re abundant so I always flash freeze the extras for baking or jam. I used half einkorn flour and a flax egg...
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Cardamom Rice Pudding with Golden Raisins reviewed by jenncc

From: Bi-Rite Market's Eat Good Food: A Grocer's Guide to Shopping, Cooking & Creating Community Through Food (reviewed 14th January 2022)

I was disappointed in this one - the flavors are nice (cardamom and orange) but it is way too sweet (even tho I skimped on the sugar). This cooks on stove...
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Chunky Lemon Cornmeal Cake reviewed by jenncc

From: Baking with Dorie: Sweet, Salty & Simple (reviewed 11th January 2022)

So Delicious! Lovely flavor with nice bursts of lemon and cornmeal texture. The sumac is a nice, unexpected addition. Chopping the lemon is a little...
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Wine-Braised Chicken With Mushrooms and Leeks reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 8th January 2022)

Easy, one-pot dish which is quite elegant and delicious. A couple of covid-dictated changes: skinless bonless breast instead of a cut-up chicken, the...
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Chewy Brown Sugar Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: 100 Cookies: The Baking Book for Every Kitchen, with Classic Cookies, Novel Treats, Brownies, Bars, and More (reviewed 4th January 2022)

These have excellent texture - chewy with crisp edges. The flavor is good but I think a little bit of spice or maybe more molasses would help. While...
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Smoked Salmon, Fromage Blanc and Caper Spread reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 2nd January 2022)

This was quite good the day it was made; it was immensely better after spending the night in the fridge. I went with Greek yogurt and a bunch of scallions...
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Guava and Cream Cheese Twists reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 2nd January 2022)

Quite delicious. I did not add the optional powdered sugar on top of the baked cookies and was glad as I thought them sweet enough. The shaping can be...
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Home made butter reviewed by Kestrel

From: River Cottage Love Your Leftovers: Recipes for the Resourceful Cook (reviewed 31st December 2021)

I used whipping cream and the jam jar method. It takes about 30 minutes of shaking the jar to make butter since you are basically whipping the cream and...
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Mackerel with puy lentils and parsley reviewed by Kestrel

From: River Cottage Love Your Leftovers: Recipes for the Resourceful Cook (reviewed 31st December 2021)

This recipe is a variation of a previous recipe in the river cottage fish book, and it"s a really nice combination of flavours and textures. I omitted...
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Chilli beef noodles reviewed by Kestrel

From: River Cottage Love Your Leftovers: Recipes for the Resourceful Cook (reviewed 31st December 2021)

I'm really enjoying this book and its collection of adaptable recipes. I changed a lot in this dish, but kept the aromatics and seasonings the same. I...
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Chinese style crispy beef reviewed by Kestrel

From: River Cottage Love Your Leftovers: Recipes for the Resourceful Cook (reviewed 31st December 2021)

I made a combination of this recipe and the chili beef noodles on the following page. I made the sauce from this recipe, then toasted nuts and cooked noodles...
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Stabilized Whipped Cream Frosting reviewed by jenncc

From: Sugar Spun Run (reviewed 29th December 2021)

Light, fluffy and not too sweet! This was perfect for icing 2 8 inch cake layers. I added lemon curd to the whipped cream just before adding the gelatin...
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Favorite White Layer Cake reviewed by jenncc

From: Sally's Baking Addiction (reviewed 29th December 2021)

No complaints at all - this is a really nice cake! May not be quite as moist as the white layer cake from the "mycakeschool" blog, but this is a great...
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Small-Batch Eggnog reviewed by jenncc

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 25th December 2021)

I made the cooked version and it was wonderful, but this is a VERY small batch! The called for amount of booze is too much for this small mug of nog,...
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Honey Cornbread reviewed by jenncc

From: Taste of Home Recipes (reviewed 25th December 2021)

I had plenty of heavy cream (and no milk/buttermilk) so I chose this recipe and it was delicious. I did add a cup of frozen corn (unthawed) and baked...
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Angel Biscuits reviewed by jenncc

From: The Food Network (reviewed 22nd December 2021)

It's a biscuit! It's a dinner roll! My first time making Angel Biscuits and they will definitely be on the table again soon. These have triple leavening...
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