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Oriental Eggplant Soup reviewed by snoopy

From: Great Vegetarian Cooking Under Pressure (reviewed 17th April 2012)

I've made half or quarter batches of this soup several times to use up extra eggplant from other recipes. It is delicious. I would make this more often...
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Chickpea Soup Italiano reviewed by snoopy

From: Great Vegetarian Cooking Under Pressure (reviewed 17th April 2012)

This soup smells amazing and tastes great too. It's on the lighter side with a very flavorful broth.
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Curried Split Pea Soup reviewed by snoopy

From: Great Vegetarian Cooking Under Pressure (reviewed 17th April 2012)

I love the sweet variation of this soup (replace carrots with parsnips) combined with the suggested addition of beet greens. Instead of the green split...
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Grilled Lemon-Parsley Chicken Breasts reviewed by sturlington

From: The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook: 2,000 Recipes from 20 Years of America's Most Trusted Cooking Magazine (reviewed 17th April 2012)

A useful recipe, and very tasty. The marinade is quick to make, and the chicken only has to marinade 30 minutes, so this dish can be put together on a...
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Beef or lamb with spinach (Saag gosht) reviewed by wester

From: Madhur Jaffrey's Quick and Easy Indian Cookery (Quick & easy cookery) (reviewed 17th April 2012)

This was very fragrant, it tasted really "Indian", and it was easy to make. I have made this both with little meatballs of ground lamb and with horse...
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Curried mussels reviewed by wester

From: The River Cottage Fish Book (reviewed 17th April 2012)

This is quite subtle, and very tasty.
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Molasses Spice Cookies reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook (reviewed 17th April 2012)

The best part of this recipe was that the spiciness of the cookie meant that I was satisfied with only one! The ginger flavor was nice and strong, I used...
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Baked Kale Chips reviewed by Pants

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 18th April 2012)

I don't normally love the taste of kale, but these were so good, I'd choose them over potato chips if offered.
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Houston Style Green Salsa reviewed by jenncc

From: The Homesick Texan Cookbook (reviewed 19th April 2012)

Spicy, tangy, delicious! The only thing I did differently was to put the tomatillos under the broiler.
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White Cupcakes reviewed by Iw8tablZ

From: 125 Best Cupcake Recipes (reviewed 19th April 2012)

This is a very basic recipe and I expected it to get the job done but I was surprised at how well the cake tasted and how nice the crumb was! I frosted...
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Bacon Swiss Burgers with Tomato and Avocado reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Epicurious (reviewed 20th April 2012)

A perfectly ripe avocado - I was going to offer avocado sandwiches for dinner, but the kids convinced me that they really needed hamburgers. This recipe...
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Cucumber Salad with Smashed Garlic and Ginger reviewed by Zosia

From: Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London's Ottolenghi (reviewed 20th April 2012)

Very refreshing cucumber salad with a light Asian vinaigrette dressing flavoured with rice wine vinegar and sesame oil. It’s quick to prepare but should...
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Gorgonzola Sauce reviewed by friederike

From: vegetarian (reviewed 20th April 2012)

A really nice recipe for one of my favourite pasta dishes - Pasta with Spinach and Gorgonzola Sauce. In contrast to Nigel Slater's Spinach with Blue Cheese...
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Basic Pizza Dough reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: New York Times - Dining and Wine (reviewed 21st April 2012)

This dough recipe marked Mark Bittman's return to the New York Times food section. Its a very easy recipe - literally five minutes prep time in my food...
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White Bean and Caramelized Onion Calzone reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: New York Times - Dining and Wine (reviewed 21st April 2012)

This recipe has potential to be five - its just too salty. A fennel bulb and white onion are sliced thinly, and caramelized (3T olive oil) (with fennel...
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Easy Chocolate Ice Cream reviewed by kalamansi

From: Cook's Country (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

Banana Split Cake reviewed by kalamansi

From: Cook's Country (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

Dilled Barley Vegetable Soup reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Crockery Cookbook (Better Homes & Gardens) (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

I love making this in bulk when I need to cook vegetarian for a crowd. I make two double recipes in each of my two 5 quart crackpots. I double everything...
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Paska Easter Bread reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Spark Recipes (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

I usually do the mental math to make a small batch of dough in my bread machine for Easter, but decided to find a real recipe. This one is from a healthy...
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Simple Scrambled Tofu and Kale reviewed by Leeka

From: Fatfree Vegan Kitchen (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

This was an excellent tofu scramble. I love kale and am always looking for interesting ways to incorporate more of it into my diet. This recipe has quite...
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Spring Tonic Soup reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Savory Way (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

This was fun to make clearing out all of the random bags of fresh spring greens out of the refrigerator. I also used new purple potatoes, and fresh carrots....
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Artichoke, Pepper, and Chickpea Tagine with Olives and Preserved Lemons reviewed by Zosia

From: Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

This is a delicious way to use fresh artichokes. They’re combined with onion, sweet peppers, chickpeas and traditional Moroccan add-ins of saffron, Harissa,...
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Bacon and Egg Salad reviewed by southerncooker

From: Gale Gand's Brunch!: 100 Fantastic Recipes for the Weekend's Best Meal (reviewed 23rd April 2012)

Nice change from my usual egg salad. I do usually toast mine but ate it un-toasted as suggested in the recipe. Good but I like mine better on toast I think....
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Cypriot Yellow Split Pea Dill Spread reviewed by snoopy

From: Dr. Neal Barnard's Program for Reversing Diabetes: The Scientifically Proven System for Reversing Diabetes Without Drugs (reviewed 23rd April 2012)

This is really nice on toasted pumpernickel bread. I was really impressed with the flavor. I followed the recipe as to the ingredients but not the...
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Hoppin' John with a Side of Peas reviewed by Zosia

From: Seductions of Rice: A Cookbook (reviewed 23rd April 2012)

I wasn’t aware of the significance of having this dish with collard greens on New Year’s Day until I read some recipe reviews on this site. I’m only...
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Leek and Goat Cheese Galette reviewed by kfranzetta

From: Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone (reviewed 24th April 2012)

This is a very good recipe. I made the galette dough a few days in advance and prepared the filling one day in advance. It all came together very quickly...
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Galette Dough reviewed by kfranzetta

From: Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone (reviewed 24th April 2012)

This is a very reliable galette dough recipe. I used Thomas Keller's Cup4Cup gluten-free flour instead of the all-purpose flour, and the dough came out...
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Chocolate-Hazelnut Biscotti reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The America's Test Kitchen Healthy Family Cookbook: A New, Healthier Way to Cook Everything from America's Most Trusted Test Kitchen (reviewed 24th April 2012)

Crunchy, nice hazelnut flavor, slight chocolate flavor. I prepared these for my son to munch on while he takes the USAMO (USA Math Olympiad exam). These...
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Artichoke, Risoni and Broad Bean Salad with Shaved Pecorino reviewed by friederike

From: vegetarian (reviewed 24th April 2012)

The combination in itself was very nice, but I found it very difficult to season well. I used a lot of salt, which was a good thing, but I also used too...
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Classic Carrot Cake with Dreamy Creamy White Chocolate Frosting reviewed by Zosia

From: Rose's Heavenly Cakes (reviewed 24th April 2012)

This is a great carrot cake - it's very moist and light, mildly spicy and doesn’t have any of the add-ins that so many people take exception to ie coconut,...
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Yellow Squash and Rice Tian reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Savory Way (reviewed 25th April 2012)

The fresh majorum gave this squash dish a hearty flavor. I used patty pan squash and brown rice. Everything cooked up just right. I wasn't sure what a...
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Tomato-Rice Casserole with Poblanos and Melted Cheese reviewed by leene101

From: Rick Bayless's Mexican Kitchen: Capturing the Vibrant flavors of a World-Class Cuisine (reviewed 26th April 2012)

I have made this dish several times. I used three large poblanos which were very flavorful and I didnt need to use more.I also used canned tomatoes instead...
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Essential Roasted Tomato -Jalapeno Salsa reviewed by leene101

From: Rick Bayless's Mexican Kitchen: Capturing the Vibrant flavors of a World-Class Cuisine (reviewed 26th April 2012)

This is the first salsa I ever made. Its easy tasty and gets better with age.
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Baked Empanadas reviewed by SuzyP

From: The Pie and Pastry Bible (reviewed 26th April 2012)

Open Face Designer Apple Pie reviewed by SuzyP

From: The Pie and Pastry Bible (reviewed 26th April 2012)

Chicken with wholegrain mustard asparagus reviewed by SuzyP

From: Keeping it Simple (reviewed 26th April 2012)

beef and potatoes braised in guinness reviewed by SuzyP

From: Keeping it Simple (reviewed 26th April 2012)

Green Goddess Salad with Romaine, Cucumbers, and Avocado reviewed by sturlington

From: Sunday Suppers at Lucques: Seasonal Recipes from Market to Table (reviewed 26th April 2012)

A refreshing salad with a nice presentation of green on green on green. I didn't make the salad dressing entirely as directed, as I wanted something creamy...
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Sweet and Nutty Broccoli Salad reviewed by PBcooks

From: The Good Friends Cookbook (reviewed 27th April 2012)

Tasty every time. Easy to prepare.
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Sweet Pepper Saute reviewed by PBcooks

From: The Good Friends Cookbook (reviewed 27th April 2012)

A nice vegetable side dish. IIf switching to another vinegar than the one asked for, be careful. The strong ones can overpower.
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Date-Nut Couscous reviewed by snoopy

From: Great Vegetarian Cooking Under Pressure (reviewed 27th April 2012)

Fortuitously, I happened upon a properly-sized heatproof bowl at a discount store on my way home from work today, and I also picked up some dates on sale...
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Goan-style Chicken Moelho reviewed by digifish_books

From: Curry Easy (reviewed 27th April 2012)

Chocolate Whoopie Pies reviewed by BethNH

From: The King Arthur Flour Cookie Companion: The Essential Cookie Cookbook (reviewed 27th April 2012)

In need of something for a concession stand, I decided to make an all time favorite - Whoopie Pies. I made whoopie pies from a different recipe a few...
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Eggplant with Buttermilk Sauce reviewed by Zosia

From: Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London's Ottolenghi (reviewed 27th April 2012)

There’s a reason that the photograph of this dish appears on the book cover – it’s pretty amazing in appearance, flavour and ease of preparation. The...
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Dairy and Sugar-Free Fruitcake reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: Best Recipes (reviewed 27th April 2012)

With husband retiring, and going back to work full-time myself, he has taken on cooking dinner at night. So, not so many reviews from the Ducks Guts in...
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Green Soup with Ginger reviewed by hipcook

From: 101 Cookbooks (reviewed 28th April 2012)

An excellent soup. The ginger and sweet potato add a subtle depth without overwhelming the character of the greens.
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Pan-Roasted Salmon in Aromatic Green Pipian reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Rick Bayless's Mexican Kitchen: Capturing the Vibrant flavors of a World-Class Cuisine (reviewed 28th April 2012)

Very tender salmon in a delicious green sauce. Total time about 1 hour. Preparing the sauce entails roasting the tomatillos (broiler) and pepper, sauteing...
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Mint Pickled Beets reviewed by snoopy

From: Great Vegetarian Cooking Under Pressure (reviewed 28th April 2012)

I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The seasoning on this wasn't my favorite, but the basic technique is top notch. Although there was some slicing involved,...
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Dad is Great Chocolate Cake reviewed by havfaith

From: Have Your Cake and Vegan Too: 50 Dazzling and Delicious Cake Creations (reviewed 30th April 2012)

Made in a loaf pan, this is the perfect cake for smaller gatherings though it does stretch farther than you'd think because it's very rich (with the chocolate...
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Mini-Schnitzel nach Wiener Art reviewed by friederike

From: Grillen & Picknicks (reviewed 29th April 2012)

This is the way I usually make Schnitzels, though I sometimes coat them first in milk - I think it gives a nices flavour and texture, DB doesn't think...
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Banana and Berry Milkshake reviewed by friederike

From: Smoothies, Blends and Shakes (reviewed 29th April 2012)

Very nice milkshake. It's obviously very easy to make and is very delicious; as DB put it, it begins with banana and ends with raspberry.
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White Breads: Variation 1 reviewed by andrew

From: The Bread Baker's Apprentice: Mastering the Art of Extraordinary Bread (reviewed 29th April 2012)

A great, all-purpose enriched bread recipe. This is what I use to make burger buns, using Peter's knot technique from Artisan Breads Every Day (essentially...
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Orange and Raspberry Smoothie reviewed by friederike

From: Smoothies, Blends and Shakes (reviewed 29th April 2012)

Again, a very delicious smoothie, but slightly too sour for my taste. I still have one glass left, I'll probably add some sugar (or rather syrup to make...
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Cauliflower frittata (Frittata di cavolofiore) reviewed by wester

From: Eggs and Cheese: The Good Cook, Techniques and Recipes (reviewed 29th April 2012)

A basic recipe, but quite good. Cauliflower does well in a frittata. The recipe says to cook the cauliflower until the butter has been absorbed. After...
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Goan Pork Meatballs in Spicy Curry reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Easy Indian Cookbook: The Step-by-Step Guide to Deliciously Easy Indian Food at Home (reviewed 1st May 2012)

Tasty lean meatballs in a lovely sauce! We used a different pepper which made this rather mild, and we forgot the final sprinkle of garam marsala - correcting...
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Apple, Leek and Butternut Squash Soup reviewed by friederike

From: Essentials of Roasting: Recipes and Techniques for Delicious Oven-Cooked Meals (Williams-Sonoma Essentials) (reviewed 1st May 2012)

I never would have guessed that this is a butternut squash soup. I quite liked it, though DB thought it played out the sweet-and-sour theme too much. It...
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Crunchy Pappardelle reviewed by Zosia

From: Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London's Ottolenghi (reviewed 1st May 2012)

This is a delicious dish of pasta in a velvety mushroom sauce with broccolini (or broccoli) and a topping of lemony gremolata and crunchy panko crumbs. It...
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Goat-Milk Caramel (Cajeta) reviewed by Zosia

From: Rick Bayless's Mexican Kitchen: Capturing the Vibrant flavors of a World-Class Cuisine (reviewed 2nd May 2012)

Sweet, creamy, caramel goodness with a hint of cinnamon. I used full fat (3.25%) goat’s milk for this recipe and added vanilla bean seeds and the pod...
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Edamame and Carrot Salad with Rice Vinegar Dressing reviewed by sturlington

From: Joy of Cooking: 75th Anniversary Edition - 2006 (reviewed 2nd May 2012)

A nice twist on peas and carrots, with a subtle Asian flavor. This salad was light, refreshing, easy and different. Would definitely make again.
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Eggs Florentine reviewed by wester

From: Roast Chicken And Other Stories (reviewed 2nd May 2012)

I really liked this, and so did the kids. Infusing the milk with the spices works well. I didn't drain the spinach as well as I should have, so the end...
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Salsa Turkey Meat Loaf reviewed by Zosia

From: Canadian Living (reviewed 4th May 2012)

The addition of prepared salsa to ground turkey or chicken along with the usual binders and seasonings assures a moist and juicy meatloaf even if using...
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Colorado Bulldog reviewed by JustLaura

From: Jelly Shot Test Kitchen: Jell-ing Classic Cocktails-One Drink at a Time (reviewed 5th May 2012)

Can't really go wrong with kahlua and vodka. The Cola layer was a nice addition. But with my limited 'Jelly Shot Making Skills' my Kahlua layer was much...
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Gin & Tonic reviewed by JustLaura

From: Jelly Shot Test Kitchen: Jell-ing Classic Cocktails-One Drink at a Time (reviewed 5th May 2012)

A quick and easy Jelly Shot to make! Very strong - but isn't a Gin & Tonic supposed to be strong?
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Roasted Strawberries reviewed by kfranzetta

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 5th May 2012)

These strawberries are very tasty and turn out a bit savory. I served them over greek yogurt but wasn't crazy about how it tasted. I think they would be...
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Roasted Tomato Soup with Poblanos, Oregano and Fresh Cheese reviewed by Zosia

From: Rick Bayless's Mexican Kitchen: Capturing the Vibrant flavors of a World-Class Cuisine (reviewed 5th May 2012)

This soup is only as good as the ingredients used. It consists of 3 parts, each of which must be delicious enough to stand on its own as it isn't simmered...
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Impossible Cake/Pastel Imposible reviewed by Zosia

From: Rick Bayless (reviewed 5th May 2012)

This cake seemed to be doomed from the start when I second guessed myself about ingredient quantities (is that 9 oz buttermilk by weight or by volume?)...
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Creamed spiced spinach reviewed by wester

From: The 30-minute Cook: The Best of the World's Quick Cooking (Penguin cookery books) (reviewed 6th May 2012)

Very nice. Maybe a bit too spicy to accompany "almost anything".
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Blueberry Granola Crunch Pancakes reviewed by sturlington

From: Tupelo Honey Cafe: Spirited Recipes from Asheville's New South Kitchen (reviewed 6th May 2012)

A good pancake recipe, very thick batter with perhaps a touch too much cinnamon for my tastes. I did not serve with the granola on top as I couldn't figure...
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Grilled Zucchini and Red Onion with Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette reviewed by sturlington

From: The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook: 2,000 Recipes from 20 Years of America's Most Trusted Cooking Magazine (reviewed 6th May 2012)

The dressing was flavorful and very easy to make. The vegetables were simply done and tasted very good. All in all, this is an easy recipe for summer grilling.
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Tinned mackerel pate with quick-pickled onions reviewed by wester

From: Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall recipes (reviewed 6th May 2012)

A perfect store-cupboard snack, quick, easy and very tasty.
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Fennel and Pink Pearl Barley Salad reviewed by snoopy

From: Ripe from Around Here: A Vegan Guide to Local and Sustainable Eating (No Matter Where You Live) (reviewed 7th May 2012)

This came out pretty...and tasted...healthy. I liked this salad a lot, but it required a lot of chopping and was time consuming for a grain salad. I...
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Rhubarb Compote reviewed by snoopy

From: Ripe from Around Here: A Vegan Guide to Local and Sustainable Eating (No Matter Where You Live) (reviewed 7th May 2012)

I'm new to rhubarb, so I thought I would give this recipe a try. It was very easy -- just some maple syrup and rhubarb. I was concerned that there wasn't...
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Raspberry Millet Muffins reviewed by snoopy

From: Ripe from Around Here: A Vegan Guide to Local and Sustainable Eating (No Matter Where You Live) (reviewed 7th May 2012)

My muffins didn't come out too pretty, but they were very tasty. I used strawberries instead of raspberries; perhaps they have more water, and they shrank...
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Cheat's chicken Kiev reviewed by redjanet

From: BBC Good Food (reviewed 7th May 2012)

This doesn't have the buttery deliciousness of chicken Kiev, but it does have flavour thanks to the parsley and garlic mixed in with the breadcrumbs and...
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Potato pizza with anchovies, Mascarpone and rocket reviewed by wester

From: Sophie Grigson's Feasts for a Fiver (reviewed 7th May 2012)

I used a different crust, but the topping was very good.
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BBQ Pineapple Pizza reviewed by Twinkle

From: Chloe's Kitchen: 125 Easy, Delicious Recipes for Making the Food You Love the Vegan Way (reviewed 7th May 2012)

This recipe turned out great. You'll want to give yourself extra time to make it as you need to caramelize onions and bake the tofu beforehand. The pizza...
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Chickpea Wraps reviewed by kfranzetta

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 8th May 2012)

I made the chickpea salad part of this recipe and the result was very much like tuna salad--perfect for my vegetarian family. The salad was a bit too...
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Cauliflower, Flemish style (Bloemkool op z'n Vlaams) reviewed by wester

From: Everybody Eats Well in Belgium Cookbook (reviewed 8th May 2012)

Very simple cauliflower with browned butter and nutmeg. Good everyday food.
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Triple Chocolate Scones reviewed by BethNH

From: King Arthur Flour (reviewed 8th May 2012)

My youngest son has been clamoring for scones for months now and when this recipe popped up on my Facebook page I figured it was a good one to start with. We...
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Roasted Poblano Crema with Mexican Greens reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Rick Bayless's Mexican Kitchen: Capturing the Vibrant flavors of a World-Class Cuisine (reviewed 9th May 2012)

The recipe produced a lovely mild soup. One of the more memorable dishes from our recent trip to Mexico City was a Poblano Soup, and I was hoping this...
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Almond-Rhubarb Snack Cake reviewed by Zosia

From: Baking for All Occasions (reviewed 9th May 2012)

This is a delicious almond-flavoured coffee cake studded with tart rhubarb bits with a crunchy toasted almond topping. The cake comes together easily...
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Cauliflower Coconut Curry with Noodles reviewed by Leeka

From: The Asian Vegan Kitchen: Authentic and Appetizing Dishes from a Continent of Rich Flavors (reviewed 9th May 2012)

This is quite a liquid-y dish, more of a soup than what I had anticipated. The coconut milk adds a lovely creaminess to the curry that I love. I almost...
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Cauliflower, fennel seeds reviewed by wester

From: RIVER CAFE COOKBOOK EASY (reviewed 28th May 2012)

Lovely. Robust flavors, subtly different from other recipes I have for cauliflower. Easy to make and forgiving of changes in the ingredients. Will definitely...
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Green Gazpacho reviewed by friederike

From: Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London's Ottolenghi (reviewed 10th May 2012)

First reviewed 10 May 2012: 2 stars Also known as 'Death by Garlic'. Honestly, the first few spoonfuls were okay, but after that it just became inedible....
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Corn-Masa Crepas with Mexican Flavors reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Rick Bayless's Mexican Kitchen: Capturing the Vibrant flavors of a World-Class Cuisine (reviewed 11th May 2012)

(first review - give a 3 rating): Crepes with a light vegetable filling, and a very small amount of cheese on top. The crepes are made from eggs, masa,...
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Old-Fashioned Deli Cheese Blintzes reviewed by Zosia

From: A Treasury of Jewish Holiday Baking (reviewed 11th May 2012)

These delicate vanilla crepes filled with a creamy, tangy cheese filling are a delicious treat for a special breakfast or brunch, especially served with...
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Absolutely Magnificent Caramel Matzoh Crunch reviewed by Zosia

From: A Treasury of Jewish Holiday Baking (reviewed 11th May 2012)

An easy-to-make sweet that stores well and is great for gift-giving. It starts with a simple caramel of butter and brown sugar that's brought to a boil...
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Cinnamon Toast French Toast reviewed by BethNH

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 12th May 2012)

Mother's Day breakfast (a day early) made by my 14 year old son. I found this version of baked french toast better than others we've tried. The toasting...
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Beef Wellingtons reviewed by friederike

From: The Cook's Book: Techniques and Tips from the World's Master Chefs (reviewed 12th May 2012)

They were very delicious, BUT... it took ages until the puff pastry was done and golden brown - so long that the steaks had already begun to dry out....
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Sourdough Starter reviewed by havfaith

From: Alaska Sourdough (reviewed 12th May 2012)

I've made this starter with good results. Can't say the same for the other recipes in the book, but the starter works!
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Oven-Roasted Cherry Tomatoes reviewed by kfranzetta

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 14th May 2012)

I had a lot of success with this recipe. I used one pint of grape tomatoes and cut them in half as the recipe specified. I let them go 50 minutes, but...
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Black Bean Salad reviewed by kfranzetta

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 14th May 2012)

This salad was simple and delicious. Definitely make the oven roasted cherry tomatoes, they add such a nice flavor and texture.
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Cold chicken with tunny-fish sauce (Pollo tonnato) reviewed by wester

From: Italian Food (Penguin Cookery Library) (reviewed 14th May 2012)

Simple, nice. Even better when made a day before.
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Seared Duck Breast with Port and Cherries reviewed by aj12754

From: Epicurious (reviewed 15th May 2012)

Very good weeknight meal. I used 16 dried cherries rather than 8 fresh ones, and I cut the dried cherries in half before adding them to the sauce. Rather...
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Roasted Potato Pizza reviewed by Zosia

From: Rebar: Modern Food Cookbook (reviewed 15th May 2012)

This was a delicious Greek-themed vegetarian pizza that included artichokes, spinach, feta cheese and rosemary. I used a semolina pizza dough as my base,...
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Semolina Pizza Dough reviewed by Zosia

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 15th May 2012)

I’ve finally made a dent in my stash of semolina flour with a double batch of this dough but when it’s all gone, I’ll have to buy more just to make...
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Bánh Xèo reviewed by Zosia

From: Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London's Ottolenghi (reviewed 16th May 2012)

This was a delicious savoury Vietnamese pancake made with rice flour and coconut milk, stuffed with an assortment of fresh vegetables and herbs, and served...
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Sautéed Fresh Garbanzo Beans reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Prijatno! (reviewed 17th May 2012)

Who knew garbanzo beans could be had fresh in fuzzy pods? When at my local hispanic market, once I saw these, I knew I had to try them, and I forgot half...
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Cauliflower Soup reviewed by foodiewife

From: The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Food from My Frontier (reviewed 17th May 2012)

Goodness! This recipe is years old on Ree's blog, but it's a good thing she added it to her newest cookbook. It's a delicious soup, and the sour cream...
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Restaurant Style Salsa reviewed by foodiewife

From: The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Food from My Frontier (reviewed 17th May 2012)

There is no need for me to buy bottled salsa. This recipe is super easy to make and I appreciate it most when tomato growing season is over. I like being...
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