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One Pot Potatoes In a red lentil sauce with lime juice reviewed by greenpepper

From: 660 Curries (reviewed 4th February 2013)

Very easy, flavourful, and satisfying. I will definitely make this again.
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Parmesan-Peppercorn Dressing 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 4th February 2013)

A nice change from my usual vinaigrette. This dressing uses buttermilk, light mayonaise, and low fat sour cream (for which I subbed greek yogurt). Its...
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Smoky Red Lentil Soup reviewed by kfranzetta

From: The Sprouted Kitchen: A Tastier Take on Whole Foods (reviewed 4th February 2013)

This soup comes together so quickly, provided that you have a roasted sweet potato on hand. All you need to do is chop an onion and a few stalks of celery...
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Vegetable Soup With Pasta reviewed by Zosia

From: Giuliano Hazan's Thirty Minute Pasta: 100 Quick and Easy Recipes (reviewed 6th February 2013)

A delicious soup chock full of fresh tasting vegetables that was ready in 30 minutes. Though it didn’t have the richness of a slowly simmered soup,...
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Mastic Ice Cream reviewed by Zosia

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 6th February 2013)

This custard based ice cream has a lovely creamy texture and with only 1 tsp of mastic, a very subtle, intriguing flavour, very different from vanilla...
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Meltable Muenster reviewed by misa_v

From: Artisan Vegan Cheese (reviewed 6th February 2013)

Basic Cashew Cheese reviewed by misa_v

From: Artisan Vegan Cheese (reviewed 6th February 2013)

Rich and Creamy Alfredo Sauce reviewed by misa_v

From: Artisan Vegan Cheese (reviewed 6th February 2013)

Savory Baked Tofu reviewed by misa_v

From: Vegan Eats World: 300 International Recipes for Savoring the Planet (reviewed 6th February 2013)

The flavour of the asian marinade was excellent but the heat was too high. I'd suggest baking it at a lower temperature like 375F.
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Fettuccine Alfredo reviewed by misa_v

From: Chloe's Kitchen: 125 Easy, Delicious Recipes for Making the Food You Love the Vegan Way (reviewed 6th February 2013)

Pleasing Greens Soup reviewed by Leeka

From: The 30-Minute Vegan: Over 175 Quick, Delicious, and Healthy Recipes for Everyday Cooking (reviewed 6th February 2013)

Blended smooth, gingery and full of healthy ingredients, eating this soup had me feeling very virtuous. I had a bunch of kale to use up and this was the...
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Pinto Bean and Quinoa Sloppy Joes reviewed by Leeka

From: Veg Kitchen with Nava Atlas (reviewed 6th February 2013)

Easy, basic, Sloppy Joe recipe. I like the contrast in textures between the pinto beans and quinoa. Good flavour, kid friendly, not spicy.
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Ground Lamb Kebabs reviewed by Zosia

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 6th February 2013)

These stick-less kebabs were very juicy and nicely seasoned. I substituted spinach and lemon juice for the sorrel as suggested but can’t say I noticed...
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Cinnamon-Apricot Salmon reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Culinary Expressions (reviewed 6th February 2013)

A sweet and gorgeous way to bake salmon. I substituted cherry jam for the apricot. The addition of green onions, vinegar, and spices kept it from being...
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Paczki/Polish Doughnuts reviewed by Zosia

From: The Art Of Polish Cooking (reviewed 7th February 2013)

Today is Fat Thursday, the last Thursday before Lent and the day Poles are supposed to empty their larders of goodies by making these jelly doughnuts. The...
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Winter Vegetable Crumble reviewed by friederike

From: Snowflakes and Schnapps (reviewed 7th February 2013)

As several of the book reviews on Amazon (both .com and .co.uk) mentioned the excellent Winter Vegetable Crumble, we thought we should give it a try. And...
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Crunchy Peanut Butter Banana Bread reviewed by kateq

From: Baked Elements: The Importance of Being Baked in 10 Favorite Ingredients (reviewed 7th February 2013)

"Like a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup living in a soft banana world" or so says one young man who can't get enough of this bread. Of course, Reese's are smooth,...
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Cinnamon Loaf reviewed by kateq

From: Piece of Cake: Home Baking Made Simple (reviewed 7th February 2013)

This bakes up into a pretty loaf and smells wonderful. The streusel is just a bit dry--I think a bit of soft butter added to it would make a big difference....
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Chocolate Cheesecake Muffins reviewed by kateq

From: Baked Elements: The Importance of Being Baked in 10 Favorite Ingredients (reviewed 7th February 2013)

Some of my tasters would give this five stars, but I find it too close to cake to rate it a five star muffin. It is very good though, and very rich. ...
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Rice Krispies Treats with Coconut Oil reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: White Lotus Cooks (reviewed 8th February 2013)

Despite being certain that I'd bought a pound of butter, when the desire for rice krispie treats struck, we couldn't find it. So - I figured that another...
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Kale Salad with Cherries and Pecans reviewed by Zosia

From: The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook (reviewed 8th February 2013)

Easy to prepare, great tasting and much more substantial than a lettuce based salad. I particularly enjoyed the contrast between the crunchy pecans and...
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Guacamole reviewed by Zosia

From: Rick Bayless's Mexican Kitchen: Capturing the Vibrant flavors of a World-Class Cuisine (reviewed 8th February 2013)

Avocado mixed with essential chopped tomato-serrano salsa makes for a more interesting guacamole with the creamy avocado tempering the bite and heat of...
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Jam Drops reviewed by digifish_books

From: Macaroons and Biscuits ("Australian Women's Weekly") (reviewed 9th February 2013)

Almond Macaroons reviewed by digifish_books

From: Macaroons and Biscuits ("Australian Women's Weekly") (reviewed 9th February 2013)

Chocolate Caramel Slice reviewed by digifish_books

From: Macaroons and Biscuits ("Australian Women's Weekly") (reviewed 9th February 2013)

Black Bean Enchiladas reviewed by kaye16

From: A Year in a Vegetarian Kitchen: Easy Seasonal Dishes for Family and Friends (reviewed 9th February 2013)

Not bad at all. I had only 6 tortillas, so made a scaled back version, but I forgot when it came to the beans (which I'd cooked during the day). One...
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Quick Red Chile Sauce reviewed by kaye16

From: A Year in a Vegetarian Kitchen: Easy Seasonal Dishes for Family and Friends (reviewed 9th February 2013)

Pretty good stuff. I had only 3/4 cup of tomato purée (seedless, frozen last summer). Used that with a bit of water. We thought it was a *bit* on the...
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Egg Salad with Pickled Celery and Coarse Dijon reviewed by wester

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 9th February 2013)

The egg salad is good, the pickled celery is great. I did not add sugar.
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California Love Mug reviewed by southerncooker

From: Hungry Girl to the Max!: The Ultimate Guilt-Free Cookbook (reviewed 10th February 2013)

Although this one was good I didn't enjoy it as much as the BTA mug on page 15. It was very filling though and loaded with flavors, mushrooms, spinach,...
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Peanut Butter Sandies reviewed by wester

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 10th February 2013)

The children (6 years old) loved helping to make these, as well as eating them. It needed longer than the maximum time given, even though the cookies...
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Lemony Mayonnaise reviewed by kateq

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 10th February 2013)

I made mine in the food processor exactly as directed, only skipping the salt, as it was to be used in a salad which was already quite salty. It came...
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French Beans and Mangetout with Hazelnut and Orange reviewed by wester

From: Ottolenghi: The Cookbook (reviewed 10th February 2013)

This was a delicious combination, and easy to make. I wasn't quite sure what to do with the rest of the orange after zesting it, but it did seem like the...
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Eggplant with Pork (肉鬆茄子, ròusōng qiézi) reviewed by friederike

From: Chinese Cuisine: Cantonese Style (reviewed 10th February 2013)

Really nice. The flavours could have been bolder; next time I'd especially add a little more bean paste and more chili, and possibly more pickles, but...
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Edamame Dumplings reviewed by kfranzetta

From: The Sprouted Kitchen: A Tastier Take on Whole Foods (reviewed 11th February 2013)

I made these dumplings for Chinese New Year. I used frozen, shelled edamame in the filling, which came together very quickly in the food processor. In...
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Chicken in Wine Sauce reviewed by MsLioness874

From: Cooking Light (reviewed 11th February 2013)

This dish is a winner! There are many of layers of flavor from the fresh tarragon, parsley, carrots, onions and celery which flavor the wine sauce. I...
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Quick Beef Stroganoff reviewed by MsLioness874

From: Cooking Light (reviewed 12th February 2013)

Quick and easy! I used left over thin sliced beef we had when making cheesesteaks over the weekend since that is what I had on hand. I also added a little...
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Power Me Salad reviewed by lisakelsey

From: Clodagh's Kitchen Diaries: Delicious Recipes Throughout the Year (reviewed 13th February 2013)

I was intrigued by the use of raw beets in this salad. I found the combination of grated vegetables (fennel, carrot, beet, apple) really interesting and...
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Italian Salad with Prosciutto, pine nuts, parmesan and goat cheese crostini reviewed by lisakelsey

From: Clodagh's Kitchen Diaries: Delicious Recipes Throughout the Year (reviewed 13th February 2013)

I only made the goat cheese crostini--but they were very good. Lovely idea to use the goat cheese with herbs as a crostini topping.
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White Bean Soup with Skordalia reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 13th February 2013)

This is a great soup for a cold day. It's loaded with flavor from the onion, tomato, carrot and celery. It's seasoned with olive oil. Hearty, rich and...
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Make-Ahead Spicy Cocoa Mix reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cooking with Coffee (reviewed 13th February 2013)

This made a nice cup of cocoa but I think I'd prefer it without the nutmeg and maybe a little less cinnamon. I did enjoy the addition of coffee.
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Meatballs Stroganoff reviewed by wester

From: I Love Meatballs! (reviewed 13th February 2013)

Very easy, very tasty. Made some small changes: button mushrooms instead of cremini, ground almonds instead of breadcrumbs, crème fraîche instead of...
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Stir-Fried Sesame Chicken reviewed by BethNH

From: The Chinese Takeout Cookbook: Quick and Easy Dishes to Prepare at Home (reviewed 14th February 2013)

Another excellent meal from Ms. Kuan. Marinated chicken is quickly stir fried with garlic and peas (we subbed pea pods) and then finished with a delicious...
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Green Salad with pink goat cheese hearts reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: joy the baker (reviewed 15th February 2013)

If you are looking for something cute for valentines, you could do a lot worse than making these. Its simple; goat cheese is mixed with shredded beets,...
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Red Wine Chocolate Cake reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 15th February 2013)

Excellent chocolate flavor, but I had a bad technical problem with the baking time. The instructions tell us that the top should look like a pool of molten...
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic reviewed by friederike

From: How to Cook Everything Vegetarian: Simple Meatless Recipes for Great Food (reviewed 16th February 2013)

I don't like Brussels sprouts. I really don't like Brussels sprouts, it's one of the few (if not only) vegetables I try to avoid. So imagine my face when...
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Kale Salad with Cherries and Pecans reviewed by kfranzetta

From: The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook (reviewed 17th February 2013)

As Zosia suggested, I left out the radishes entirely because I didn't have them on hand. The flavors of this salad were lovely, and even better the next...
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Coq au Vin de Bourgogne reviewed by friederike

From: French Provincial Cooking (reviewed 17th February 2013)

It was fine, but not as good as my two go-to-recipes - the long one and the short(er) one. Part of the problem was that the filets had dried out while...
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Braised White Beans and Leeks reviewed by kfranzetta

From: The Sprouted Kitchen: A Tastier Take on Whole Foods (reviewed 17th February 2013)

I can't believe I forgot to review this recipe. It is delicious! I followed the recipe as indicated up through the step of sauteeing the vegetables. Instead...
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Pasta with Broccoli and Blue Cheese reviewed by kaye16

From: Food.com (reviewed 17th February 2013)

Very good stuff. I made a halfish recipe. Used mini lasagnes instead of fettucine, and only 6 oz instead of 8 oz. Used full amount of broccoli. Probably...
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts reviewed by friederike

From: The Food Network (reviewed 17th February 2013)

Actually, I made a mix of this recipe and this one, partly because I was lazy, partly because we tried the other recipe yesterday and weren't entirely...
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Steamed Whole Cauliflower in Lemon-Nutmeg Besamel Sauce reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 18th February 2013)

A very beautiful presentation that would be very elegant for company. I only cooked one cauliflower, but it was very large. The sauce was thick enough...
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Skewers of Shrimp reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 18th February 2013)

We grilled these skewers and they turned out quite well. Not liking either tarragon or Ouzo, I substituted another Greek herb, oregano. I highly recommend...
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Oven Fried Potatoes with Oregano and Lemon/Patates Lemonata reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 18th February 2013)

We also really liked these potatoes. I used yellow Yukon potatoes, which cooked too quickly for this recipe, if the initial water step was missed, the...
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Fennel Slaw reviewed by kfranzetta

From: The Sprouted Kitchen: A Tastier Take on Whole Foods (reviewed 18th February 2013)

Paired with arugula, this fennel slaw makes a lovely salad. Definitely go for the Meyer lemon if it is available, as it complements the fennel very well....
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Japanese-Style Braised Pork Shoulder reviewed by lisakelsey

From: Hiroko's American Kitchen: Cooking with Japanese Flavors (reviewed 18th February 2013)

I just made the pork, not the veggies. Just served with sauce over rice. Very good--I used a butt roast, I think, not shoulder. The meat was tender and...
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Grape Leaves Stuffed with Pine Nuts, Currants and Golden Raisins/Dolmadakia reviewed by Zosia

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 19th February 2013)

The flavour of these little bundles of sweet and savoury rice filling, with retsina soaked fruit, pine nuts, and fresh herbs, wrapped in tangy grape leaves,...
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Little Skewers of Meat with Grilled Bread/Souvlakia reviewed by Zosia

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 19th February 2013)

These little skewers, served with grilled pita, were a great addition to an assortment of mezedes. I marinated the beef (sirloin tip) in the simple blend...
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Mastic-flavored coffee reviewed by wester

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 19th February 2013)

This is an interesting coffee variation, adding a touch of resin to the coffee. It reminds me a bit of the Indonesian kopi djahe, coffee with ginger. I...
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beef meatballs with horseradish sauce reviewed by wester

From: I Love Meatballs! (reviewed 19th February 2013)

A robust recipe with enough heat to make your nose run, softened by sour cream.
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Fried Flounder reviewed by BethNH

From: Dinner: A Love Story: It all begins at the family table (reviewed 19th February 2013)

A pretty basic breaded, fried fish recipe. The fish are simply breaded - flour, eggs, bread crumbs - and shallow fried in just 3 Tablespoons of oil. A...
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Orange Polenta Cake reviewed by Zosia

From: Ottolenghi: The Cookbook (reviewed 20th February 2013)

A lovely tasting cake flavoured with orange flower water and topped with caramelized (blood) orange slices. Like many upside down cakes, this one starts...
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Vegetable Lasagna with Butternut Béchamel reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Kitchn (reviewed 21st February 2013)

A delicious pasta dish, but it didn't really feel like lasagna. My son declared it the best butternut squash he has ever had, but nobody was really buying...
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Red Curry reviewed by digifish_books

From: Herbie's Spices (reviewed 21st February 2013)

Pasta with Asparagus and Gremolata reviewed by Zosia

From: The Best Vegetarian Recipes: From Greens to Grains, from Soups to Salads: 200 Bold Flavored Recipes (reviewed 21st February 2013)

Very light and fresh tasting 1-pot pasta dish. Most of the flavour comes from the parsley-garlic-lemon gremolata that’s tossed with the cooked pasta...
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Dahlia Bakery Granola reviewed by Zosia

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

For me, the texture of granola is as important as the flavour so this recipe fits the bill, producing a tasty combination of super crunchy toasted oats,...
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Grilled Chicken with Harissa and Mint reviewed by kaye16

From: The Kitchen Diaries: A Year in the Kitchen (reviewed 21st February 2013)

We liked this pretty well. I didn't follow the recipe all that closely, but Slater's recipes aren't really for following closely, I think. I used smallish...
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Best Old-Fashioned Burgers reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Science of Good Cooking (Cook's Illustrated Cookbooks) (reviewed 21st February 2013)

Excellent instructions about grinding your own meat. My DH bought both sirloin tips and boneless short ribs, froze them first, and ground them according...
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The Greek Fried Egg reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 22nd February 2013)

While this was very good it uses an insane amount of olive oil to essentially almost deep fry the egg. One egg and 1/4 cup olive oil. You don't flip the...
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"Man Bait" Apple Crisp reviewed by southerncooker

From: Joy the Baker Cookbook: 100 Simple and Comforting Recipes (reviewed 22nd February 2013)

While my family loved this I though it was a bit on the sweet side for my liking but still enjoyed it. I though it better warm than completely cooled but...
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Bobby Deen's Cheeseburger Casserole reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Chew (reviewed 22nd February 2013)

While this was quiet good the low fat cheese left a little to be desired texture and melting wise on top of this casserole. If I make this again I think...
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Casserole of Schupfnudeln, Cabbage and Ham / Überbackene Schupfnudeln mit Weißkohl und Schinken reviewed by friederike

From: Aufläufe & Gratins (reviewed 22nd February 2013)

This was really, really nice comfort food. Think of coming home from a day of skiing or skating, what kind of food would you like to have? And what is...
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Garden of Eden Bread reviewed by kateq

From: food52 (reviewed 23rd February 2013)

I give this a four star rating because I love the idea of it (and the name), but I have made a number of changes to get this bread to where I wanted it....
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Spice Cake with Gianduja and Nuts / Gewürzkuchen mit Nougat und Nüssen reviewed by friederike

From: Coffee & Espresso (reviewed 23rd February 2013)

It was nice, but it could have been a lot better. For some reason, it promised a lot, but in the end there just wasn't happening anything. Where was the...
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Gooey Cinnamon Squares reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook (reviewed 24th February 2013)

Not high-altitude friendly (explained below), but this 2-3 layer cookie truly does taste wonderful. The first layer is a bit like a thick cake batter...
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Yellow Split Pea Soup with myriad toppings reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 24th February 2013)

This is a very basic, very simple soup. However, paired with the suggested toppings elevates it substantially. Alone, the soup would be just a "3". ...
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Brown Rice Bowl with Maple-Glazed Tempeh & Tahini-Miso Dressing reviewed by lkloda

From: The Kitchn (reviewed 24th February 2013)

Coffee-Break Muffins reviewed by Zosia

From: Baking: From My Home to Yours (reviewed 24th February 2013)

Delicious cinnamon-scented muffins with a flavour reminiscent of cappuccino and a soft, cake-like texture. The batter is put together in typical fashion...
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Spicy Brittled Peanuts reviewed by lkloda

From: The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook (reviewed 24th February 2013)

Rosemary Gruyere and Sea Salt Crisps reviewed by lkloda

From: The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook (reviewed 24th February 2013)

Pickled Red Onions reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 24th February 2013)

This is a simple recipe, and it yields crisp crunchy onions with a strong sour flavor. I prepared this to go along with this pea soup. It added a wonderful...
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Black-eyed Pea Salad with Tomatoes and Shallots reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 24th February 2013)

This is a very good salad either warm or cold. I was a little afraid of adding the mint since I'm not a big mint lover in savory dishes but the small amount...
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Sweet Zucchini Pickle reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 24th February 2013)

I thought these were very tasty. I'm not usually a big fan of sweet pickles but even though this one uses brown sugar they still weren't overly sweet....
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Fish plaki-style with zucchini and sage reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 25th February 2013)

Fish cooked on top of the stove with zucchini, tomatoes, a leek and a rich avogolemono sauce. I used steelhead trout. The thickest part was not cooking,...
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Walnut Cake with Coffee Syrup reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 25th February 2013)

This seems more like a torte than a cake. I toasted the walnuts and skinned them as much as possible to reduce any bitterness. The directions worked well...
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Santorini Fava Croquettes Susanna-Style (Fava Kefthedes) reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 25th February 2013)

These Croquettes are based on this split pea soup. To the cold soup, one adds shallots, mint, tomato, and other ingredients. They are mixed, formed into...
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Wilted Parsley or Cilantro Topping reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 25th February 2013)

This is a simple 3-ingredient recipe. So simple, and yet it was the perfect addition to these croquettes. I have to admit to an eye-roll when preparing...
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Sweet Potato Skordalia reviewed by Zosia

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 25th February 2013)

This non-traditional take on a very traditional food was quite good…..rich and sweet with subtle garlic flavour, a little heat, and a nice zing from...
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Warm Greens reviewed by Zosia

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 25th February 2013)

Yet another twist on a dish of cooked greens. This time olives and a squeeze of lemon juice brighten the flavour. I used Swiss chard, adding the sliced...
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Beef and Rice Meatballs/Youvarelakia reviewed by Zosia

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 25th February 2013)

My family loves meatballs so it was almost a given that I would make this recipe. And they didn’t disappoint. They were soft and moist even though I...
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Vanilla Bean Snickerdoodles reviewed by BethNH

From: Joy the Baker Cookbook: 100 Simple and Comforting Recipes (reviewed 25th February 2013)

Snickerdoodles are hard to mess with. Joy gives these a special touch with some added vanilla beans. These are not our favorite snickerdoodles. We prefer...
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Winter Vegetable Soup reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 26th February 2013)

It seemed odd to have that much cabbage in a soup with fresh dill on top without making borscht. I was worried that without the red wine the flavor would...
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Honey Whole Wheat Pound Cake reviewed by southerncooker

From: Joy the Baker Cookbook: 100 Simple and Comforting Recipes (reviewed 26th February 2013)

This was a very good cake. Moist and sweet. You can taste the honey. I ate a small piece while it was still warm and it was good. It's also good completely...
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Fish Tacos with Chipotle Cream reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Food You Crave: Luscious Recipes for a Healthy Life (reviewed 26th February 2013)

This was very good but it could have used a bit more marinade I think or maybe just a bit more salt as the fish was a little bland tasting by itself. I...
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Clay Pot Chicken reviewed by Sovay

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 26th February 2013)

I had to make Pyrex Dish Chicken as I don't have a clay pot, but the result was delicious. The only changes I might make next time are to add a slightly...
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Colombo de Giraumon reviewed by Sovay

From: Caribbean Cooking (Cookery Library) (reviewed 26th February 2013)

This came out well - I feared that the cloves were going to be a bit overpowering but they mellowed during the cooking time. The bacon also worked better...
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Pois et Riz reviewed by Sovay

From: Caribbean Cooking (Cookery Library) (reviewed 26th February 2013)

One of several versions of Rice and Beans in this book - I went for a version from Guadaloupe to go with a curry from the French-speaking part of the Caribbean....
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Sloe Rhubarb reviewed by Sovay

From: Tender: Volume II, A cook's guide to the fruit garden (reviewed 26th February 2013)

I live close to the West Yorkshire Rhubarb Triangle so there's plenty of lovely new rhubarb about at the moment, and as I have a little of the year-before-last's...
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Salmon with Chilli Ginger Sauce reviewed by Sovay

From: The Hairy Dieters: How to Love Food and Lose Weight (reviewed 26th February 2013)

I was very pleased with this though I have taken off one star as it was slightly sweeter than I like; next time I shall use fresh ginger rather than preserved...
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Greek Omelet reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Olive and the Caper: Adventures in Greek Cooking (reviewed 27th February 2013)

I agree with QS this is a pretty basic way to make an omlette. I do usually use butter instead of olive oil though. It was quiet good with the olive oil....
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Totally Un-Croque Monsieur Fingers reviewed by southerncooker

From: Pretty Delicious: Lean and Lovely Recipes for a Healthy, Happy New You (reviewed 27th February 2013)

This was a very good grilled cheese. I used the option of cheddar since that's what I had on hand. I also added the optional lean deli ham. I used a whole...
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