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Japanese Vegetable Pancakes reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 24th May 2013)

Quick to make, quick to cook (though it does involve standing at the stove while you serve), and quite delicious! These "pancakes" are mostly composed...
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Parmesan & Black Pepper Drop Biscuits reviewed by Jeanne2020

From: Homemade with Love: Simple Scratch Cooking from In Jennie's Kitchen (reviewed 23rd May 2013)

These biscuits are both delicious and easy! A must try and def a make again!
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Greek(ish) Pasta with Lamb and Zucchini reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Kitchn (reviewed 23rd May 2013)

I followed advice #1 from this Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall interview, and substituted green beans and mushrooms for the zucchini. With only 1/2 lb lamb...
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Torta alla Gianduia (aka Nutella Cake) reviewed by digifish_books

From: How to be a Domestic Goddess: Baking and the Art of Comfort Cooking (reviewed 23rd May 2013)

Torta alla Gianduia (aka Nutella Cake) reviewed by digifish_books

From: How to Be a Domestic Goddess: Baking and the Art of Comfort Cooking (reviewed 23rd May 2013)

Made this for a ladies' (gluten-free) afternoon tea and it was a huge success! So deliciously moist and chocolaty.
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Penne all Vodka reviewed by melyndalocke

From: The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook: 2,000 Recipes from 20 Years of America's Most Trusted Cooking Magazine (reviewed 23rd May 2013)

Penne Alla Vodka reviewed by melyndalocke

From: The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook: 2,000 Recipes from 20 Years of America's Most Trusted Cooking Magazine (reviewed 23rd May 2013)

Fantastic sauce! Used gnocci and was delicious.
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Cotes de Porc Poelees (Casserole-Sauteed Pork Chops) reviewed by hipcook

From: Mastering The Art of French Cooking, Volume One (1) (Vol 1) (reviewed 23rd May 2013)

I was familiar with the technique of browning pork chops and then reducing heat and braising. But I hadn't thought to use a low oven for that step, and...
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Big Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies reviewed by skdouglass

From: Cooks Illustrated (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

Add this one to your box; it's worth your time and ingredients. It is a comfortingly familiar cookie but subtly different that you expect. I won't divulge...
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Carrot Salad reviewed by kaye16

From: Couscous and Other Good Food from Morocco (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

For minimal effort here, a really tasty carrot salad. A bit more taste than a simple vinaigrette. Could be used with most meals where carrots would be...
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Cod fillets in anchovy butter (filetti di merluzzo al burro d'acciughe) reviewed by wester

From: Valentina's 4 Seasons Cookbook (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

Excellent. The anchovy butter is robust but not too overpowering. I cut the white fish into small pieces and mixed it with the anchovy butter, and served...
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Cardamom shortbread reviewed by wester

From: Simply delicious cookies (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

This was easy to make and the children loved it. The dough did need the addition of a bit of water to come together. Can be made as roll-out cookies as...
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Almond christmas trees reviewed by wester

From: Simply delicious cookies (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

Nice simple cookies with a good almond flavor. We did not bother filling them with jam, but they were very good nevertheless.
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Mongolian Beef reviewed by southerncooker

From: My Recipes America's Favorite Food 200 top-rated recipes form the country's best magazines (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

We love takeout Mongolian beef but son doesn't care for the green peppers they put in it. This recipe was better in our opinion since it uses green onions...
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Buffalo Wing Burgers reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cooking with Love: Comfort Food that Hugs You (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

Carla gives you the choice to use ground turkey or chicken and since ground turkey was a dollar a pound cheaper when I decided to make these for my daughter...
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Mama's Hamburger Help-me Meal reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cooking with Love: Comfort Food that Hugs You (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

This is so much better than the stuff you buy in the box. It's really easy to put together and makes a perfect work night meal. My family really enjoyed...
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Seersucker in Summer Corn Chowder with Tomatoes reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cooking with Love: Comfort Food that Hugs You (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

This is a lighter version of corn chowder as it has no milk or cream. It's still quiet delicious and I loved the raw grape tomato and parsley garnish on...
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Celery and Blue Cheese Slaw reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cooking with Love: Comfort Food that Hugs You (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

I made this to go on the Buffalo Wing Burgers on page 211. It was great on the burgers but this slaw is also good alone and would be great with many other...
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Down Home Deviled Eggs with Smoky Bacon reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cooking with Love: Comfort Food that Hugs You (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

We normally only like the deviled eggs like my Mom has always make them but these were really good. They are simple with mayo, Dijon, cayenne, vinegar,...
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Easy Slow Cooker Barbecued Ribs reviewed by southerncooker

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 22nd May 2013)

My hubby, son, daughter, and son-in-law loved these. I cooked my two 3-pound racks of baby back ribs in my original, oval, 6-quart Crock-Pot Cook &...
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Fresh Corn Cornbread with Cornmeal Crumble reviewed by Zosia

From: The Dahlia Bakery Cookbook: Sweetness in Seattle (reviewed 21st May 2013)

Cornmeal cake might be a more apt description for this sweet, rich quick bread. With its crunchy lemon-thyme topping, it made a nice treat to enjoy with...
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Chocolate Rum Mousse reviewed by kaye16

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 21st May 2013)

Made a half recipe of this, to serve four (or two on two nights). I have an old recipe for a Blender Bavarian Chocolate Mousse which is almost the same...
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High-Temperature Roast Leg of Lamb reviewed by kaye16

From: Craig Claiborne's New New York Times Cookbook (reviewed 21st May 2013)

Same recipe in The Essential New York Times Cookbook.
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High-Temperature Roast Lamb reviewed by kaye16

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 21st May 2013)

I've had my eye on High-Temperature Roast Leg of Lamb in Craig Claiborne's New New York Times Cookbook (fp209) for a long time, just never got around...
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Royal Lamb or Beef with a Creamy Almond Sauce (Shahi Korma) reviewed by digifish_books

From: Madhur Jaffrey Indian Cooking (reviewed 21st May 2013)

I used beef but I suspect lamb would be even better, given how subtle and creamy the almond sauce turned out.
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Speedy Fish Stew with Orange & Fennel reviewed by aj12754

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 20th May 2013)

Very nice option for a quick week-night meal. I used frozen tilapia and served over Israeli couscous rather than potatoes. A green salad and a crusty...
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Bruschetta with Creamed Mushrooms and Carmelized Onions reviewed by aj12754

From: New York Times - Dining and Wine (reviewed 20th May 2013)

This was disappointing -- and I love both creamed mushrooms and caramelized onions. Too much going on for me and I really didn't enjoy the addition of...
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Chinese Chicken Salad reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Weber's Charcoal Grilling: The Art of Cooking with Live Fire (reviewed 20th May 2013)

My DH prepared this for dinner - amazing flavor and texture! This dish uses charcoal-grilled chicken (breasts are suggested, but as usual for us, we opted...
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French Chocolate Silk Pie reviewed by Zosia

From: A Passion for Baking: Bake to celebrate, Bake to nourish, Bake for fun (reviewed 19th May 2013)

As one would expect from the name, the texture was smooth and velvety yet quite light, and the flavour was as good as the chocolate used. This non-traditional...
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Escarole with Pan-Roasted Garlic and Lemon reviewed by Zosia

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 19th May 2013)

This was tasty…..garlic, lightly sautéed greens, a squeeze of lemon to finish….. what’s not to like. However, the whole point of pan-roasting...
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Chicken Mechoui reviewed by Zosia

From: The Food Of Morocco (reviewed 19th May 2013)

The rub of aromatics, herbs and spices added great flavour to the chicken. I applied most of it under the skin, as no one in the family eats that part,...
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Pineapple Tuiles reviewed by Zosia

From: French Food At Home (reviewed 19th May 2013)

These crispy, lacy cookies that tasted of candied pineapple were easy enough to make but they stuck terribly to my super-non-stick silpat! They released...
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Marinated Flank Steak with Asian Slaw reviewed by Zosia

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 19th May 2013)

Asian-ish is how this dish is described because, despite some common Asian pantry ingredients used in both the marinade and the salad dressing, their flavours...
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Catalan Vegetable Paella reviewed by kaye16

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 19th May 2013)

Pretty tasty. Easy enough to make, but a bit time-consuming for a weeknight. I made a half recipe. Two of us ate this as a generous main dish; maybe it...
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Rhubarb Almond Crumb Cake reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: food52 (reviewed 19th May 2013)

Kaye16 is right -- this is an easy cake recipe with excellent flavor! It requires ingredients that mostly would be in any cookbooker's cupboards. It...
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Rachel's Green Beans with Dill reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 19th May 2013)

This simple recipe offers a new taste for green beans. The beans are boiled, drained, returned to the pan, and mixed with butter, dill, salt and pepper....
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Pasta with Fast Sausage Ragu reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 19th May 2013)

I agree with Zosia, this is an easy dish whose flavor is much more than what one might expect for a dish that is prepared so easily! I used a locally-produced...
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Green Couscous & Shrimp reviewed by kaye16

From: Eating Well (reviewed 18th May 2013)

3.5 really. I liked this, my DH thought it was just OK. It's easy and fast and, I thought, tasty. Portion size was rather small.
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Mejadra reviewed by resahebler1

From: Jerusalem: A Cookbook (reviewed 18th May 2013)

The fried onions really make this lentil dish. The vegetarian in the house thought it was awesome .
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Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes reviewed by resahebler1

From: Bon Appetit (reviewed 18th May 2013)

These were good. It is a basic blueberry pancake recipe.
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Spicy Sesame Noodles with Chopped Peanuts and Thai Basil reviewed by resahebler1

From: Bon Appetit (reviewed 18th May 2013)

I made this for a picky friend of mine. She is still raving about it a week later. It is pretty easy to make.
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Kofta B'siniyah reviewed by resahebler1

From: Jerusalem: A Cookbook (reviewed 18th May 2013)

I really like the oven method that's used in this recipe. These are excellent.
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Swiss Chard with Tahini, Yogurt and Buttered Pine Nuts reviewed by resahebler1

From: Jerusalem: A Cookbook (reviewed 18th May 2013)

This recipe is well loved at my house. It seems to make a lot of sauce compared to the amount of chard. It is very good.
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Rhubarb Almond Crumb Cake reviewed by kaye16

From: food52 (reviewed 16th May 2013)

Tasty, easy cake. Remarkably easy cake to assemble. Almond extract a nice flavor, but I'm sure vanilla would work also. Springform pans seem to be "in"...
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Moroccan Chicken Smothered in Olives reviewed by kaye16

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 16th May 2013)

Not as tasty as I expected for some reason. - I didn't brine the meat, nevertheless the thighs were quite good, tender and tasty. They, and the whole...
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Marble Velvet Cake reviewed by Zosia

From: Rose's Heavenly Cakes (reviewed 16th May 2013)

As one reviewer put it, the best marble cake ever. Not just because it’s easy to make and has a good balance of great chocolate and vanilla flavours...
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Pasta with Fast Sausage Ragu reviewed by Zosia

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 16th May 2013)

If you start with your family’s favourite sausage, this is sure to be a hit. I used lean Italian pork sausage that’s highly seasoned so not much more...
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Madeleines reviewed by digifish_books

From: Joy of Baking (reviewed 16th May 2013)

This is an excellent recipe, which I followed very closely with the exception of putting the flour on the pans. The pans I used were brand-new and non-stick...
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Mushroom risoniotto reviewed by bunyip

From: River Cottage Veg Every Day! (River Cottage Every Day) (reviewed 16th May 2013)

Uses orzo or risoni, that tiny rice-shaped pasta, and does indeed result in something very like risotto. It lacked the creaminess of true risotto, but...
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Salty Peanut and Caramel Macaroons reviewed by Zosia

From: Ottolenghi: The Cookbook (reviewed 16th May 2013)

The cookie portion of this recipe is Ottolenghi's basic almond macaroon, the filling, store-bought dulce de leche with added salt and chopped peanuts....
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Basil and Lime Macaroons reviewed by Zosia

From: Ottolenghi: The Cookbook (reviewed 16th May 2013)

If I were rating flavour alone, this would easily garner 5 stars. The sandwich cookie captured the flavour and tanginess of the fruit and with the hint...
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Aubergine and green bean curry reviewed by wester

From: Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall recipes (reviewed 15th May 2013)

A good basic curry. Could be done with other vegetables instead. I used Turkish ground bell peppers instead of the chillies to tone done the heat and...
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Liver Dumplings reviewed by Sovay

From: The Prudence Penny Binding of the United States Regional Cook Book (reviewed 15th May 2013)

This is one recipe that may well be better with pig's liver than lamb's, which is what I used - the liver has a lot of breadcrumbs to contend with so the...
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Spinach and Yoghurt Salad reviewed by Sovay

From: Jane Grigson's Vegetable Book (reviewed 15th May 2013)

Nice and simple - good hot as well as cold though it needs to be heated through with care to prevent curdling. Cinnamon is never my first choice of spice...
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Kaleja Aloo Karhi reviewed by Sovay

From: In Praise of the Potato: Recipes from Around the World (reviewed 15th May 2013)

AKA Liver & Potato Curry - excellent. The only slight criticism is that the recipe doesn't indicate that the potatoes are pre-cooked, which they must...
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Snickerdoodles reviewed by Sovay

From: How to Be a Domestic Goddess: Baking and the Art of Comfort Cooking (reviewed 15th May 2013)

I've no idea whether these turned out the way authentic snickerdoodles are meant to; a quick google suggests they should be soft in the middle, whereas...
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Pasta and Fried Zucchini Salad reviewed by Zosia

From: Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London's Ottolenghi (reviewed 15th May 2013)

Very nice combination of flavours: herby pasta with a few pops of brine and vinegar tempered by sweet zucchini and creamy cheese. I made a few changes...
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Spinach Ravioli with Zucchini Ribbons reviewed by kaye16

From: Eating Well (reviewed 15th May 2013)

A very nice variation on the filled-pasta alla panna style, which was one of my weeknight fallbacks. Easy and fast to do, this makes a tasty weeknight...
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Caesar Salad reviewed by bevjef

From: The Best of Bridge: Royal Treats for Entertaining (reviewed 15th May 2013)

Caesar Salad reviewed by bevjef

From: The Best of Bridge: Royal Treats for Entertaining (Best Selling Series) (reviewed 15th May 2013)

Best ever!!
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Asparagus Mimosa reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 15th May 2013)

At first glance, I thought this recipe might be an asparagus version of this cocktail, but instead sieved hard-boiled eggs decorate the asparagus in an...
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Pasta with Yogurt and Caramelized Onions, from Kassos reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 15th May 2013)

This simple dish should have been delicious, but I'm not sure what went wrong. First chopped onions are caramelized -- I cooked mine (6C) for more than...
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Glazed Lemon Bundt Cake reviewed by skdouglass

From: Taste of Home Recipes (reviewed 15th May 2013)

Where I go when I need a cheering up. I want to say it's the best lemon cake ever, but I haven't tried them all. Yet. So in all fairness I can't say that....
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"Quick" Teriyaki Chicken reviewed by skdouglass

From: Not Your Mother's Slow Cooker Cookbook (reviewed 15th May 2013)

Sauce was watery with lackluster flavor; chicken was overdone. Still, it was simple enough to throw together with a short ingredient list. And I'm willing...
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Zhoug reviewed by kfranzetta

From: Jerusalem: A Cookbook (reviewed 14th May 2013)

A lovely herby/spicy paste that really adds a lot of flavor. I used slightly less cilantro than called for, slightly more parsley, and two jalapeno peppers....
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Tahini Sauce reviewed by kfranzetta

From: Jerusalem: A Cookbook (reviewed 14th May 2013)

A very simple, traditional tahini sauce. It is worth the small extra bit of effort to whip this up!
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Sabih reviewed by kfranzetta

From: Jerusalem: A Cookbook (reviewed 14th May 2013)

This is a perfect example of when the total is greater than the sum of its parts. Fried eggplant slices paired with chopped salad, tahini sauce, and an...
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Gently Cooked Salmon with Mashed Potatoes reviewed by kaye16

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 14th May 2013)

Very good. Interesting way to cook salmon, slow, rather than medium/fast as you might ordinarily. It's quite pretty with the mound of potatoes topped with...
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Spring Ragoût reviewed by Zosia

From: French Food At Home (reviewed 14th May 2013)

Asparagus, fava beans and peas served with goat cheese cream are the stars of this delicious spring time dish. The vegetables are blanched in advance...
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Sweet Potato Puree with Tamari, Maple Syrup, and Chili reviewed by jenncc

From: A Year In My Kitchen (reviewed 14th May 2013)

This makes a nice silky puree and is a wonderful alternative to mashed potatoes. It has the usual sweet and spicy flavors that I love with my sweet potatoes...
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Spicy Roasted Cauliflower, Capers, and Parm reviewed by jenncc

From: Two Dudes, One Pan: Maximum Flavor from a Minimalist Kitchen (reviewed 14th May 2013)

Simple and tasty, as roasted cauliflower usually is. The capers are a nice addition.
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Roast Chicken Stuffed with Fennel and Garlic reviewed by jenncc

From: Epicurious (reviewed 14th May 2013)

EXCELLENT! Nice and crispy skin with moist, flavorful meat. This was not quite as simple as my usual roast chicken (throw it in the oven and forget it...
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Lamb Kofte, Pitta & Greek Salad reviewed by digifish_books

From: Jamie's 15-Minute Meals (reviewed 13th May 2013)

The additional coating of chopped pistachios and honey to the cooked kofte is so delicious!
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Amaretto-spiked Vegan Chocolate Mousse reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: 101 Cookbooks (reviewed 13th May 2013)

An excellent chocolate pudding. Easy to make, healthy, and delicious. I substituted Grand Marnier for the amaretto to get the chocolate-orange rather...
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Asparagus with Miso Butter reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 13th May 2013)

Umami flavor from miso is a perfect complement to asparagus. Then tying the two flavors together is a poached egg. Although this is presented as a side...
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Little Quinoa Patties reviewed by jenncc

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 13th May 2013)

I really don't know how to rate these - if someone else was cooking them and I was doing the eating then I would definitely give them an easy 5 stars,...
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Basmati Rice with Coconut Milk and Ginger reviewed by Zosia

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 12th May 2013)

This is a surprisingly fuss-free yet effective way to cook basmati rice – no pre-soaking, no sautéing to coat each grain with fat – just combine the...
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Fresh Strawberry and Rhubarb Tart reviewed by Zosia

From: The Pie and Pastry Bible (reviewed 12th May 2013)

One of my favourite tarts in the book: fresh strawberries nestled in a sweet-tart rhubarb filling with a buttery pastry crust. It’s one of the less...
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Fish Bowls reviewed by Zosia

From: French Food At Home (reviewed 12th May 2013)

Much more elegant than its name might imply….moist fish, poached in a fragrant court bouillon, served with tender vegetables and fresh arugula. The...
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Pistou Zucchini Ribbons reviewed by Zosia

From: French Food At Home (reviewed 12th May 2013)

This was a fun take on pasta with pesto with ribbons of zucchini standing in for the pasta, topped with a deconstructed pesto sauce. The key to the success...
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Honey-Orange Smoothie reviewed by Zosia

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 12th May 2013)

Banana and orange make a great flavour combination and they came together nicely in this refreshing smoothie. Vegetarian daughter made this for my Mother’s...
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Amazing Overnight Waffles reviewed by Zosia

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 12th May 2013)

My Mother’s Day started well with these delicious waffles made by vegetarian daughter for breakfast. Most of the batter ingredients were mixed the...
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Surprise Tatin reviewed by friederike

From: Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London's Ottolenghi (reviewed 12th May 2013)

We had this at my MIL and FIL's place tonight, at it was brilliant! Slightly sweet, sunny tomatoes in between, then the goat's cheese and the puff pastry...
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Baked Oatmeal reviewed by jenncc

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 12th May 2013)

Heidi has been my go to recipe maven lately and we have reveled in the delicious results! This recipe is no exception. I used coconut milk and coconut...
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Mediterranean Beef Burgers reviewed by Sovay

From: The Hairy Dieters: How to Love Food and Lose Weight (reviewed 12th May 2013)

This makes a substantial-looking burger as advertised. The grated courgette makes it a bit more fragile than an all-beef burger so it needs to be handled...
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Mattar Paneer reviewed by Sovay

From: The Curry Club Indian Restaurant Cookbook (reviewed 12th May 2013)

This is the first time I've made a paneer dish with spices incorporated in the paneer itself, not just in the sauce. I liked the result and will certainly...
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Greek Vegetable Pie reviewed by Sovay

From: The Moosewood Restaurant Cooking for Health: More Than 200 New Vegetarian and Vegan Recipes for Delicious and Nutrient-Rich Dishes (reviewed 12th May 2013)

Pleased with the result of this as I wasn't quite sure what to expect. I reduced the quantities to make two small ones rather than one large, and as a...
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Celery Soup reviewed by Sovay

From: Arabella Boxer's Book of English Food: A Rediscovery of British Food From Before the War (reviewed 12th May 2013)

Bunyip reminded me that I have this book, the antidote to the Downton Abbey cookbook that has been making steam come out of my ears lately. I long to...
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To Stew Celery reviewed by Sovay

From: The Experienced English Housekeeper (Southover Press Historic Cookery & Housekeeping) (reviewed 12th May 2013)

Pleasant but a bit bland - however there's always an element of trial and error with this book as many of the recipes are outlines rather than detailed...
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Algerian Tomato Soup with Vermicelli reviewed by Sovay

From: Moosewood Restaurant Daily Special: More Than 275 Recipes for Soups, Stews, Salads and Extras (reviewed 12th May 2013)

I am eating this as I type and it's very good - nice combination of spices with orange zest gives it quite an individual flavour. I had to make some unplanned...
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Tangy Tomato Brisket reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Food from My Frontier (reviewed 12th May 2013)

This was great. I put it in the oven to cook overnight. The next morning I cooled it and put in the fridge for our meal the next night. When I was ready...
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Cucumbers in Cream reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 12th May 2013)

Amanda Hesser calls this recipe, from Flo Fab, her favorite in the book, and I can see why. Its a simple recipe that results in something that is much...
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Cheese Fondue reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Epicurious (reviewed 12th May 2013)

A lovely cheese fondue -- made just the way its supposed to be made (gruyere, emmental cheeses, pinot grigio, kirsch, and a bit of nutmeg). My kids had...
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Tomatoes Provencal reviewed by jenncc

From: Around My French Table: More Than 300 Recipes from My Home to Yours (reviewed 11th May 2013)

Simple but with big, bold flavor! Terrific even when tomatoes are not at their peak. I add a sprinkle of parmesan and chili flakes a few minutes before...
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Spiced Caramel Corn reviewed by jenncc

From: Super Natural Cooking: Five Delicious Ways to Incorporate Whole and Natural Foods into Your Cooking (reviewed 11th May 2013)

YUM! I did not have the rice syrup and used Barley Malt Syrup instead - definitely a more assertive flavor (I used less than the 1/2 cup) but delicious...
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Oatcakes reviewed by jenncc

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 11th May 2013)

These are very tasty! Reminds me of a British Flapjack, but slightly more cake-like. I agree that a little dried fruit would also be a welcome addition....
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Chocolate Cookies reviewed by southerncooker

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 11th May 2013)

This is my kind of cookie recipe—easy and delicious. I decided to make a half batch and ended up with 29 cookies. I mixed my dough using my daughter’s...
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The Essential Crunchy Oatmeal Cookie reviewed by BethNH

From: The King Arthur Flour Cookie Companion: The Essential Cookie Cookbook (reviewed 10th May 2013)

Following the baking instructions goes a long way in making these come out well. I misread the temperature for the oven - these bake at a low temperature...
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Baked Beans with Pomegranate Molasses, Walnuts and Chard reviewed by kfranzetta

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 10th May 2013)

These baked beans were much more similar to traditional baked beans than I expected. I hoped that the pomegranate molasses flavor would really stand out,...
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Twice Baked Potatoes with Wasabi reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Weber's Charcoal Grilling: The Art of Cooking with Live Fire (reviewed 10th May 2013)

A surprising dish! My DH received this cookbook for Christmas, and now that its grilling weather, he was itching to get the briquettes burning. However...
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