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Pain d'Epices Spice Blend reviewed by kateq

From: The Daring Gourmet (reviewed 31st December 2018)

An excellent blend for spiced quick breads, muffins, etc.
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Chocolate banana muffins reviewed by Kestrel

From: Nigella.com (reviewed 27th December 2018)

A great recipe that uses store cupboard ingredients and is easy to make. A good way to use up overripe bananas and they freeze well too.
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Chocolate Crinkle Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: food52 (reviewed 24th December 2018)

These were a favorite on the Christmas Cookie platter. I mixed mine by hand easily and stuffed some with peanut butter filling. I was pleased with how...
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Trenette with Pesto and Vegetables reviewed by kaye16

From: The Pasta Bible: The Definitive Sourcebook, with over 1,000 Illustrations (reviewed 22nd December 2018)

Very simple and very tasty. I made a halfish recipe, store-bought fresh pasta. Used a quality store-bought pesto, and tomato bits from a can. Comes together...
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Jamie's Old-Fashioned Ginger Crinkle Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: The Food Network (reviewed 22nd December 2018)

Liked these a lot - I subbed 3/4 cup all purpose for rye flour which i believe made them a little less sweet. These are chewy with crisp edges and come...
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Fish on a Bed of Potatoes, Onions and Tomatoes reviewed by kaye16

From: Flavours of India (reviewed 21st December 2018)

DH says 5, so 5 it is. I served two, with two swordfish steaks totalling about 450g. Made a halfish recipe. Used a long cup of canned tomato bits (deseeded)...
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Penne au Gratin reviewed by kateq

From: Jacques Pepin's Kitchen: Encore With Claudine (reviewed 21st December 2018)

This is a fabulous version of good ol mac'n cheese. Unlike my mother's which is loaded with butter (wonderfully delicious and frighteningly fattening),...
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Couscous with Red Pepper, Chickpea, and Almond Stew reviewed by kaye16

From: Vegetarian Planet (reviewed 19th December 2018)

This was very good, if not quite there, but worth repeating. - I made a halfish recipe, but used all the chickpeas because that's what I had. - I didn't...
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Chicken and Rice, Street Cart Style reviewed by kalamansi

From: Smitten Kitchen Every Day: Triumphant and Unfussy New Favorites (reviewed 19th December 2018)

Stir-Fried Zucchini Noodles with Chicken and Pepper reviewed by kaye16

From: Spiralize This! (reviewed 18th December 2018)

Pretty good stuff. I made a halfish recipe. Didn't bother to spiralize the bell peppers, just cut them into narrow strips. A bit of prep work, then all...
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Pumpkin Lasagna with Ricotta and Swiss chard reviewed by kateq

From: Food & Wine (reviewed 18th December 2018)

There are a fair number of steps to complete this, but they are well worth it. The balance between the sweetness of the pumpkin and the savory nature...
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Homemade Pecan Sandies reviewed by jenncc

From: BraveTart: Iconic American Desserts (reviewed 17th December 2018)

These are terrific, if not slightly too sweet. Next time I may skimp on the white sugar a bit. The brown butter really makes these special. Heads up:...
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Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: food52 (reviewed 17th December 2018)

I am not a big chocolate chip cookie fan but these were well received by everyone who tasted them. I made them a bit larger than called for and used the...
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Pasta with Baby Red Lentils and Ginger reviewed by kaye16

From: Vegetarian Planet (reviewed 16th December 2018)

(The title probably should have been titled Pasta with Baby Spinach, Red Lentils and Ginger.) Spinach flavored with garlic, ginger, and sage with pasta...
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Instat Pot Barbecue Pulled Pork Sandwiches reviewed by jenncc

From: The Food Network (reviewed 13th December 2018)

This is a great way to get delicious pulled pork in a fraction of the time. I followed the recipe closely, adding 3 cloves garlic and a little chili powder....
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Best Cutout Sugar Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: The Kitchn (reviewed 13th December 2018)

These are indeed great cut-outs. The dough seemed a bit sticky at first but after some time in the fridge it was easy to work with, and flavor was excellent....
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Peas and Potatoes in a Pocket reviewed by kaye16

From: The Bold Vegetarian (reviewed 10th December 2018)

Good idea, but not the best recipe.This is kind of a samosa filling (potatoes and peas) stuffed into a pita pocket. Didn't quite work well because the...
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Curried Squash and Mushroom Soup reviewed by hipcook

From: Moosewood Cookbook (reviewed 10th December 2018)

We made this without the mushrooms, which were missed, but it made a nice somewhat spicy soup. I tend to find butternut squash soup too sweet, but the...
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Orzo with Olives, Broccoli, and Basil reviewed by kaye16

From: Vegetarian Planet (reviewed 7th December 2018)

A very satisfying meal. Why is orzo so nice in the mouth? The two of us ate all of this as a main. Probably the pasta could be reduced to 7-8oz. Otherwise...
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Autumn pumpkin seed bread reviewed by Kestrel

From: Canada's Best Bread Machine Baking Recipes (reviewed 4th December 2018)

Rose well and bread was nicely spiced. I used one medium sized sweet potato and made the larger sized loaf. I sometimes leave out the spices for a more...
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Meat and Mushroom Ragu reviewed by kaye16

From: The Italian Slow Cooker (reviewed 2nd December 2018)

4.5? Really tasty. I used dried porcini and champignons de Paris, your regular sort of brown shroom. Imagine if there had been some really flavorful fresh...
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Milk and Honey White Bread reviewed by jenncc

From: Taste of Home Recipes (reviewed 2nd December 2018)

This is a very good basic white loaf. I skimped on the honey by a couple tablespoons and it was fine. I only needed 6 cups flour for two loaves. Mine...
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Alice B. Toklas's Veal and Pork Loaf reviewed by kaye16

From: Nothing Fancy: Recipes and Recollections of Soul-Satisfying Food (reviewed 30th November 2018)

This is an outstanding meatloaf. - It's a trifle salty. Think I'll use only 1/2tsp next time. - I didn't need the extra 1 cup of beef juice at the end....
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Breakfast cookies reviewed by Kestrel

From: Food.com (reviewed 26th November 2018)

These were good and not too sweet. I did sub applesauce for the prunes and made them smaller. Baked for 10 minutes convection. This makes a soft cookie.
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Lemon Chicken reviewed by kaye16

From: Nothing Fancy: Recipes and Recollections of Soul-Satisfying Food (reviewed 25th November 2018)

Pretty darn good way to cook a chicken. Kennedy recommends cutting it in half in half, but I suppose spatchcocking would work fine also. Tasty and easy...
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Spicy Sweet Potato Casserole reviewed by hipcook

From: The Food Network (reviewed 25th November 2018)

These were a big hit at Thanksgiving dinner. The chipotle powder and garlic help cut through the richness. If you're looking for a spicy savory alternative...
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French Toast for One or Two reviewed by jenncc

From: joy the baker (reviewed 24th November 2018)

Loved this! Made with homemade potato bread cut 3/4 inch thick. I soaked a little longer than Joy does (I like it custardy throughout). Great sprinkled...
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Malaysian-Style Zucchini Noodles with Greens and Shrimp reviewed by kaye16

From: Spiralize This! (reviewed 24th November 2018)

Now, this is showing off the spiralizer at its best. DH didn't realize there was no pasta. Made a half recipe of this. Used spinach as the green. Was...
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Make Ahead Cranberry Sauce reviewed by jenncc

From: The Food Network (reviewed 24th November 2018)

I think pretty much any cranberry sauce is "make ahead" but this was a good side for our Thanksgiving table. Tart, sweet and traditional. I think I prefer...
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Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast reviewed by jenncc

From: The Food Network (reviewed 24th November 2018)

This came out juicy and delicious. I set the breast over some carrots, mushrooms, onion and garlic. The lemony herbal rub made for excellent flavor on...
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Stella Parks No Stress Super Flaky Pie Crust reviewed by jenncc

From: food52 (reviewed 23rd November 2018)

Unsure how to rate this. I didn't choose this recipe because I was worried about making pie crust, pie crust isn't something I stress about, I chose it...
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Meta Given's Pumpkin Pie reviewed by jenncc

From: food52 (reviewed 23rd November 2018)

This was a creamy, rich and delicious filling! I will admit I added a tiny bit of cloves and since I used the whole can of pumpkin (a little more than...
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Blistered Green Beans with Garlic and Miso reviewed by jenncc

From: Epicurious (reviewed 23rd November 2018)

I thought this was a wonderful addition to the Thanksgiving table. I always look for something with a little punch of acid or heat to add to the meal...
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Black and Blue Cajun Chicken Sandwich reviewed by kaye16

From: Ainsley Harriott's Gourmet Express 2 (reviewed 19th November 2018)

Quick, easy, and really delicious. I wouldn't call this a snack, it's a full meal. Doesn't especially need to be served in bread; just the chicken and...
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Jamaican Burgers reviewed by kaye16

From: Vegetarian Planet (reviewed 19th November 2018)

Excellent veggie burger. Served as patties, without buns. Served with Banana-Ginger Chutney.
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Banana-Ginger Chutney reviewed by kaye16

From: Vegetarian Planet (reviewed 19th November 2018)

Made a half recipe of this as a go-with for Jamaican Burgers. It made a huge amount, probaby 3cups, rather than 2-1/4cups as suggested in the recipe. Easy...
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Stuffed Veal Roll-Ups with Fennel and Bread Crumbs reviewed by kaye16

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 19th November 2018)

4.5 Good. Nice stuffing and sauce. Easy enough to make, but lots of clock time, much unattended. I made a half recipe with three scallops, two of which...
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Bourbon Roasted Pork Loin reviewed by southerncooker

From: Everyday Dorie: The Way I Cook (reviewed 19th November 2018)

This was delicious. I know she says in the book not to use the good bourbon but all I had was Woodford Reserve so that's what I used. I marinated for about...
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Instant Pot Butternut Squash Risotto reviewed by southerncooker

From: Pressure Luck (reviewed 19th November 2018)

This was so good. A perfect fall meal. We ate it with some Bourbon Roast Pork with apples and onions and Sweet Potato Biscuits but it would have been delicious...
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Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry reviewed by jenncc

From: Skinny Taste (reviewed 17th November 2018)

Not sure if this was "skinny" but it was indeed tasty! Added a bit more veg - more broccoli, 4-5 oz. mushrooms and some red bell and jalapeno pepper,...
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My Mushroom Soup reviewed by kaye16

From: Nothing Fancy: Recipes and Recollections of Soul-Satisfying Food (reviewed 16th November 2018)

Very tasty soup made with roasted mushrooms. Easy to make, if a bit time-consuming (1hr roasting the shrooms). - I made a half recipe, which made two main-dish...
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Meatballs and Spaghetti reviewed by southerncooker

From: Everyday Dorie: The Way I Cook (reviewed 15th November 2018)

While this was very good we thought the sauce lacked flavor. It needed some herbs. We added some fresh basil in our serving bowls. We also added some...
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No Fail Roast Chicken with Lemon and Garlic reviewed by jenncc

From: Bon Appetit (reviewed 15th November 2018)

This is a very good roast chicken, not all that different from my usual, but very tasty none the less. It is special because the method of cooking - partially...
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Warm Honey Glaze reviewed by jenncc

From: Bon Appetit (reviewed 15th November 2018)

This was a very pleasant surprise. I wanted to do something new with my brussels and this proved to be a keeper! I was worried that the glaze would be...
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Cucumber Tzatziki reviewed by kaye16

From: Spiralize This! (reviewed 14th November 2018)

The recipe was good, but can't say that spiralizing added anything to it. Grated cuke would have been fine. First time I've used my spiralizer. Chose the...
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Salmon Burgers reviewed by kaye16

From: New York Times - Recipes (reviewed 14th November 2018)

Instant favorite. It does seem unfortunate to blitz some perfectly lovely fresh salmon, but these are the best salmon patties ever. Didn't serve with a...
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Spice Applesauce Cake reviewed by kateq

From: Lee Bailey's Country Weekends (reviewed 14th November 2018)

I made this as two cakes baked in loaf pans and two mini loaves instead of one in a tube pan. I also added two eggs and a little salt (recipe has none)....
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Sheet-pan supper: balsamic chicken with baby potatoes and mushrooms reviewed by southerncooker

From: Everyday Dorie: The Way I Cook (reviewed 13th November 2018)

I made a recipe and a half of this to feed my hungry family. I did omit the rosemary since couple members don't enjoy it and used baby bella mushrooms...
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Pimento Cheese reviewed by southerncooker

From: Everyday Dorie: The Way I Cook (reviewed 13th November 2018)

Very good version of pimento cheese. I've made many different pimento cheese recipes and always use Dukes mayonnaise. I was afraid 3 tablespoons of mayo...
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Cream Cheese Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: Food52 Baking: 60 Sensational Treats You Can Pull Off in a Snap (Food52 Works) (reviewed 12th November 2018)

These have been on my "To Make" list for a while and I wish I had made them much, much sooner! This recipe makes the most of 5 simple ingredients- butter,...
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Cream Cheese Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: food52 (reviewed 12th November 2018)

These have been on my "To Make" list for a while and I wish I had made them much, much sooner! This recipe makes the most of 5 simple ingredients- butter,...
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Cream of Mushroom Soup reviewed by aj12754

From: Classic American Food Without Fuss:: Over 100 Favorite Recipes Made Easy (reviewed 11th November 2018)

Bit of a caveat before posting this review. The rating is based primarily on my husband's taste buds as my will be inoperable for a few months. He liked...
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Keralan Veggie Curry with Poppadoms, Rice & Minty Yoghurt reviewed by friederike

From: Jamie's 15-Minute Meals (reviewed 11th November 2018)

The dish itself, the flavours, at least how I made it, that's a solid four star rating - it was delicious! Everything else - the time management, the style...
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Everyday Scones reviewed by kaye16

From: Nothing Fancy: Recipes and Recollections of Soul-Satisfying Food (reviewed 11th November 2018)

A quick and relatively easy scone recipe. - Recipe says it makes 9. I made 11; I thought they were slightly thick and my cutter was a bit more than the...
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Grain-Free Tahini Granola reviewed by jenncc

From: Bon Appetit (reviewed 11th November 2018)

This is addictive! Perfect salty-sweet balance and not overwhelming in tahini flavor (I will add more next time). I used the oat addition variation subbing...
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Potato Bread reviewed by jenncc

From: King Arthur Flour (reviewed 11th November 2018)

This is a soft, fluffy, white bread 100 times better than any grocery store variety. I halved the recipe, but accidentally added the full amount of salt...
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South Asian Chicken Curry reviewed by jenncc

From: JamieOliver.com (reviewed 10th November 2018)

This is a basic but delicious dish. I think a lot if the flavor relies on your curry powder. I did use 1 large garden tomato (coarsely chopped) which...
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Raspberry Corn Muffins reviewed by kateq

From: The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook (reviewed 9th November 2018)

These are very good and they make exactly 12 muffins---but only if you use "Texas-sized" muffin pans. I subbed canola oil for the butter and buttermilk...
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Picadillo reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 9th November 2018)

Many years ago, college friends (Cuban emigres) taught me to make picadillo---much like this, but served with a layer of diced potatoes fried crisp and...
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The Cheese-Maker's Mac and Cheese reviewed by southerncooker

From: Half Baked Harvest Cookbook: Recipes from My Barn in the Mountains (reviewed 9th November 2018)

Made this cheese loaded mac and cheese for daughter's birthday. Delicious. The Ritz crackers was an interesting topping but delicious. I was a bit skeptical...
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Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup reviewed by southerncooker

From: Gimme Some Oven (reviewed 9th November 2018)

We made this one in the instant pot. So delicious and warming on a cool fall night. Loaded with veggies.
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Golden flax and spelt bread reviewed by Kestrel

From: Artisan Sourdough Made Simple: A Beginner's Guide to Delicious Handcrafted Bread with Minimal Kneeding (reviewed 9th November 2018)

My second recipe from this book, and again I had a major problem with the proportions. The recipe calls for 60 g of flaxseeds soaked for 45 minutes or...
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Peanut Butter Cake reviewed by southerncooker

From: Southern Plate (reviewed 9th November 2018)

Made this cake for daughter's birthday. Since son in law doesn't enjoy cream cheese I used Joy the Baker's Salted Peanut Butter Frosting. Cake was moist...
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Break apart sesame spelt crackers reviewed by Kestrel

From: Artisan Sourdough Made Simple: A Beginner's Guide to Delicious Handcrafted Bread with Minimal Kneeding (reviewed 9th November 2018)

I make lots of crackers so I thought I’d give this sourdough version a try. The dough was way too dry after mixing so I had to add about 1/3 cup of water...
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Herb-Butter Chicken reviewed by southerncooker

From: Everyday Dorie: The Way I Cook (reviewed 9th November 2018)

My first recipe from Everyday Dorie, Herb-butter Chicken p. 123. So moist and delicious. My chicken was almost 6 1/2 pounds but was the smallest one I...
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Ultimate chilli reviewed by redjanet

From: BOSH!: Simple Recipes. Amazing Food. All Plants. The Fastest-Selling Vegan Cookbook Ever (reviewed 6th November 2018)

This took a little bit longer than I anticipated to prep, but it was completely worth it for such amazing flavour. I loved using minced mushroom instead...
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roasted carrot soup reviewed by kateq

From: food52 (reviewed 6th November 2018)

Great soup! I collected all the odds and ends from the vegetable drawer and put them to simmer in a pot of water with some peppercorns and herbs. Went...
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Creamy White Beans with Herb Oil reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 6th November 2018)

Excellent! Amazing that so much flavor is achieved so simply. The herb oil is much more than needed for the beans---but it makes a great marinade for...
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Simple Crusty Bread reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 6th November 2018)

This is brilliant! So easy and the results are remarkable. I found the proportions to be just a little off--the dough is a little too wet--but easily...
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Chocolate Almond Spice Cookies (gluten free) reviewed by kateq

From: Milk Street (reviewed 6th November 2018)

Very delicious and really quite easy, though the instructions are fussier than need be. I did beat the egg whites in a stand mixer till fluffy but no...
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Sourdough Starter reviewed by kaye16

From: Nothing Fancy: Recipes and Recollections of Soul-Satisfying Food (reviewed 4th November 2018)

Made up a batch of this. Yet to be seen how it works. It makes a huge amount. My blender couldn't do the job. I transferred to a bowl and used my hand...
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Salted Chocolate Chip Tahini Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: David Lebovitz (reviewed 4th November 2018)

If you don't like sesame or tahini these are not for you,that said I thought they were great! The texture of this cookie is perfect - chewy and moist...
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Tchibo's Apple Pie reviewed by friederike

From: My Personal Collection (reviewed 3rd November 2018)

The shortcrust pastry was excellent, the filling was nice, but one thing went wrong pretty badly - it didn't bake at all. The recipe says to bake at 175...
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Whole Potatoes with Tomatoes reviewed by kaye16

From: Flavours of India (reviewed 31st October 2018)

Very good. Easy to make. Two of us ate all the recipe listed as 2-4.
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Tamarind Fish reviewed by kaye16

From: Flavours of India (reviewed 31st October 2018)

Made this with salmon. It was delicious. And not too hard really. But you probably need two skillets, one for the fish and one for the sauce.
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Roast Chicken Legs with Lots of Garlic reviewed by jenncc

From: Bon Appetit (reviewed 29th October 2018)

This is simple to throw together and infinitely adaptable! I threw in some large-ish cauliflower florets and an extra squeeze of lemon and it was terrific....
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Broiled Blackened Tofu reviewed by redjanet

From: Appetite for Reduction: 125 Fast and Filling Low-Fat Vegan Recipes (reviewed 29th October 2018)

This is a quick and easy recipe I can make for two people. I usually serve it with brown rice and tenderstem broccoli for a healthy mid-week dinner.
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Shabby sheik hummus reviewed by redjanet

From: Appetite for Reduction: 125 Fast and Filling Low-Fat Vegan Recipes (reviewed 29th October 2018)

I thought I would miss the tahini in this but I didn't at all. I used sweet smoked paprika and cumin and left out the cayenne pepper as I don't like things...
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Salt and Vinegar Oven Fries reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cravings: Hungry for More (reviewed 29th October 2018)

My family loves salt and vinegar potato chips me not so much but I did love these fries and I also enjoyed the ones I made from Nigella's last cookbook....
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Green Pozole with Chicken reviewed by jenncc

From: Epicurious (reviewed 28th October 2018)

I dirtied almost every dish in the house but this was worth it! I started with half homemade chicken broth and half water, 3 medium size chicken breast...
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Grilled pork bánh mì sandwiches with quick pickles reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cravings: Hungry for More (reviewed 28th October 2018)

This sandwich was amazing. I know I'll be making these again. Son doesn't like much cilantro but can stand a little, so he just added a few leaves on...
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Philly French dip sandwiches reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cravings: Hungry for More (reviewed 23rd October 2018)

This was a super tender French Dip due to the New York Strip. I was skeptical about the cheese dip but it was a tasty addition to a French dip sandwich.
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Grilled Lemon-Garlic Chicken and Tomato Kebabs With Basil Chimichurri Recipe reviewed by jenncc

From: Serious Eats (reviewed 22nd October 2018)

This was really easy and tasty. I did marinate my chicken for about 2 hours since that was more convenient. Chicken was moist and flavorful and chimichurri...
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Sourdough Pumpkin Spice Bread reviewed by jenncc

From: King Arthur Flour (reviewed 22nd October 2018)

I used sourdough discard for this tasty pumpkin bread. The flavors were very good (I may have been a little generous with the spices), however it was...
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New Mexico-style beef chili reviewed by southerncooker

From: Appetites: A Cookbook (reviewed 22nd October 2018)

I've had my eye on this recipe since I first got the Appetites book, but it's just been too hot here to enjoy chili. I finally made it for our Sunday...
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Tangy herb-sesame slaw reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cravings: Hungry for More (reviewed 22nd October 2018)

My daughter and I enjoyed this slaw. I did think it needed a pinch of salt after tasting so I added that. We're not big on mint so I omitted the mint.
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Classic Chickpea Hummus reviewed by jenncc

From: Bon Appetit (reviewed 22nd October 2018)

Great recipe when you forgot to get your chickpeas in to soak! I used more lemon and garlic (personal preference). The texture was perfect but I do recommend...
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Pepper's garlicky bacon scramble reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cravings: Hungry for More (reviewed 22nd October 2018)

I used thick cut black pepper bacon in this recipe. Son and I enjoyed the bacon and garlic in this. It was a nice accompaniment to the Cheesy Spicy Breakfast...
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Cheesy spicy breakfast hash reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cravings: Hungry for More (reviewed 22nd October 2018)

These were really good. The broth cooked off so the potatoes got a nice crisp on them. Instead of the runny fried eggs I served it with the Garlic bacon...
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Shell pasta salad with salmon and green beans reviewed by Kestrel

From: The Lighthearted cookbook (reviewed 21st October 2018)

A great salad that is substantial enough to have as a meal. I have made it as written but here are my current changes...I use some mayo and yogurt instead...
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Kartoffelpuffer reviewed by friederike

From: Springlane (reviewed 21st October 2018)

Not too bad. The reason why I'm giving a two star rating nonetheless is because although this recipe is actually titled "Nie wieder matschige Kartoffelpuffer!...
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7-Veg Tomato Sauce reviewed by friederike

From: JamieOliver.com (reviewed 21st October 2018)

Be warned: it's a lot. I made half a recipe, and half of that (= a quarter recipe) was enough for the four of us to be served with spaghetti on two nights,...
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Best Damn Borracho Beans reviewed by jenncc

From: Genius Kitchen (reviewed 21st October 2018)

Terrific pot of beans! The quick soak method used here was very successful and produced tender beans in a fraction of the time. The broth was very tasty...
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Butter Pecan Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: Baker By Nature (reviewed 21st October 2018)

These should be called BROWN Butter Pecan Cookies - because of the browned butter these really shine. I was worried they would spread due to the melted...
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Chou-Fleur Blanchi (Blanched Cauliflower - Preliminary Cooking) reviewed by hipcook

From: Mastering The Art of French Cooking, Volume One (1) (Vol 1) (reviewed 19th October 2018)

Yup, it's blanched cauliflower. Though I must admit salting the water is a good step.
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Chou-Fleur aux Tomates Fraiches (Cauliflower Gratineed with Cheese and Tomatoes) reviewed by hipcook

From: Mastering The Art of French Cooking, Volume One (1) (Vol 1) (reviewed 19th October 2018)

Very successful in my house. A lighter treatment than a cheesy "au gratin" but the butter and tomatoes add some richness. It would be good with a piece...
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Spicy Fried Fillets of Fish reviewed by kaye16

From: Floyd's India (reviewed 18th October 2018)

I made a half recipe of this, with tuna, which was the best looking fish of the day. This was actually pretty good, probably the only recipe I'll save...
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Bacony Clam Chowder reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cravings: Hungry for More (reviewed 17th October 2018)

I used mushroom broth instead of vegetable broth. The cayenne, although a small amount, gave it a nice little kick. This was a delicious version of clam...
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Crusted Roast Rump Steak with Crispy Speckled Onions Rings reviewed by kaye16

From: Ainsley Harriott's Gourmet Express 2 (reviewed 16th October 2018)

Two parts to this recipe, the meat and the onion rings. I've never made onion rings before and was surprised how easy and how tasty they were. The rings...
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Cocoa Banana Bread reviewed by southerncooker

From: Dining In: Highly Cookable Recipes (reviewed 15th October 2018)

Not my favorite banana bread but son-in-law loved it and daughter said good. The cocoa was a little overwhelming with the banana for my tastes.
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