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1 Dozen Chocolate Chip Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: Dessert For Two: Small Batch Cookies, Brownies, Pies, and Cakes (reviewed 26th September 2015)

Tiramisu reviewed by friederike

From: The Food Network (reviewed 24th September 2015)

Rich, but very good! It actually wasn't as good as it could have been, and that was all my fault: I made half a recipe, which meant I should have used...
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Shrimp Cocktail with Spicy Dipping Sauce reviewed by southerncooker

From: Le French Oven (reviewed 24th September 2015)

Made this for Harold, Sarita, and I for lunch one day on our OBX vacation. We all loved it. I served it in my Le Creuset mini cocottes I got with safety...
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Crabmeat Canapes reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Outer Banks Cookbook: Recipes and Traditions from North Carolina's Barrier Islands [Paperback] (reviewed 24th September 2015)

Since I had enough crab leftover to make a half recipe of this I decided to go for it. The recipe calls for mini pastry shells but says you can also use...
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Shrimp & Grits reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Outer Banks Cookbook: Recipes and Traditions from North Carolina's Barrier Islands [Paperback] (reviewed 24th September 2015)

I got local made andouille sausage at the Weeping Radish for this and a low country boil I made. Also got local fresh shrimp. This was fantastic. Daughter...
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Tuna Rillettes reviewed by southerncooker

From: A Kitchen in France: A Year of Cooking in My Farmhouse (reviewed 24th September 2015)

I didn't make this one for the week it was due in my online cooking group that is cooking through this book and the Cafe Boulud Cookbook since I was sure...
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Shrimp Burger reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cooking Light Lighten Up, America!: Favorite American Foods Made Guilt-Free (reviewed 24th September 2015)

I made this one for Harold, Sarita and I on our OBX 2015 vacation. All three of us devoured ours. So good. Dexter and Andrew don't care much for shrimp...
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Apple Oatmeal Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: Serious Eats (reviewed 24th September 2015)

These are like the best bowl of oatmeal you ever had, in a cookie! Mine looked nothing like the picture on the website but maybe that's because I was...
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Crab in Sweet Potato Baskets reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Outer Banks Cookbook: Recipes and Traditions from North Carolina's Barrier Islands [Paperback] (reviewed 24th September 2015)

While this was in the appetizer section I choose to make it as a side for my daughter and I while on vacation at the Outer Banks this year (Sept. 2015)....
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Canadian Hole Breakfast reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Outer Banks Cookbook: Recipes and Traditions from North Carolina's Barrier Islands [Paperback] (reviewed 24th September 2015)

The Canadian hole is a wide shallow bay on Pamlico Sound with white sandy beach where favorable winds allow winder surfers and kit boarders to zip along...
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Basic Tempeh Scramble reviewed by vanessaveg

From: Vegan Brunch: Homestyle Recipes Worth Waking Up For--From Asparagus Omelets to Pumpkin Pancakes (reviewed 22nd September 2015)

This recipe is easy and delicious; it's pretty much my go-to tempeh scramble now. There are only a handful of ingredients. The thyme and tempeh really...
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Overnight Pizza Dough with Levain reviewed by jenncc

From: Flour Water Salt Yeast: The Fundamentals of Artisan Bread and Pizza (reviewed 14th September 2015)

This produced a wonderful pizza! The dough was easy to work with, the directions are clear and concise, and the flavor/texture were superior to any dough...
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Cinnamon Stove Top Granola reviewed by jenncc

From: All Recipes (reviewed 12th September 2015)

Love this simple granola. The molasses (I occasionally use sorghum) adds a wonderful depth and compliments the cinnamon wonderfully. The combination...
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Pork Chops in Coffee Blackcurrant Sauce reviewed by bunyip

From: Bitter: A Taste of the World's Most Dangerous Flavour (reviewed 11th September 2015)

The worst part of this was sourcing blackcurrant jam. Thank goodness for Google! It sounds straight forward, but takes a while because there's a lot of...
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Rony's Brussels Sprouts and Chickpeas reviewed by bunyip

From: Bitter: A Taste of the World's Most Dangerous Flavour (reviewed 11th September 2015)

McLagan insists that you use dried chickpeas, soaked overnight. She's right, they taste so much better to the tinned ones. You have to use a really hot...
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Sourdough Pate Brisee reviewed by jenncc

From: Bojon Gourmet (reviewed 10th September 2015)

This is an excellent use of my sourdough discard! Makes a delicious, flakey pie crust for both sweet and savory pies. In summer I make this (successfully)...
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Butter Rum Cake with Lime Icing (Panetela Borracha) reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Latin Grilling: Recipes to Share, from Patagonian Asado to Yucatecan Barbecue and More (reviewed 7th September 2015)

A rich cake, baked in a Bundt cake, has a texture similar to a pound cake. It had a bit of rum in the batter, as well as vanilla instant pudding. After...
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Buttermilk Waffles reviewed by foodiewife

From: The Complete Cooking For Two Cookbook (reviewed 7th September 2015)

What I love about America's Test Kitchen is that they use science, and ingredients in ways to yield better results. This recipe is not only scaled down...
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Grilled Ripe Plantains reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Latin Grilling: Recipes to Share, from Patagonian Asado to Yucatecan Barbecue and More (reviewed 7th September 2015)

A butter and brown sugar glaze, balanced by some vinegar, is spread over the plantains and then they are grilled. They are split down the middle, and...
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Kale and Seed Crisps reviewed by vanessaveg

From: Superfood Snacks: 100 Delicious, Energizing & Nutrient-Dense Recipes (reviewed 6th September 2015)

These made me no longer miss Doritos. The kale is combined with a spice mixture (tahini, lemon juice, smoked paprika, etc.) and then baked in the oven...
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Flour Tortillas reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Homemade Pantry: 101 Foods You Can Stop Buying and Start Making (reviewed 6th September 2015)

This makes a nice sized batch, and the tortilla cook up quickly and remain flexible. I think the secret is the fat - which here is butter and coconut...
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Mussels with Aquavit and Dill Mayonnaise / Mosselen met aquavit en dillemayonaise reviewed by friederike

From: Delicious (NL) (reviewed 5th September 2015)

This was great! Of all the mussels dishes we've made, I think this was probably the best. The only minor point of criticism: there wasn't enough sauce,...
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Kathie's Zucchini Muffins reviewed by kaye16

From: Cooking Light (reviewed 3rd September 2015)

Easy to make and delicious. - I used only 1/4cup of sugar (sucre de canne), rather than 1/2cup. - I was probably a bit short on the cinnamon in the muffins,...
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Salmon en Papillote with Watercress Sauce reviewed by friederike

From: Pure Simple Cooking: Effortless Meals Every Day (reviewed 4th September 2015)

Incredibly easy and really good! I substituted sherry for the dry vermouth, which unfortunately didn't really work - next time I'll simpy use white wine...
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The Chewy Gluten Free reviewed by jenncc

From: Food Network - Alton Brown recipes (reviewed 1st September 2015)

Great classic chocolate chip cookie made gluten free! I prepared the dry ingredients in the food processor and could not detect any grittiness. I ran...
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Strawberry and Cream Cashew Cookie Bites reviewed by vanessaveg

From: Better With Cake (reviewed 30th August 2015)

These were delicious and so easy to make-there are only 5 ingredients. It was a challenge to find freeze-dried strawberries surprisingly-I had to buy a...
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Coffee Chip Muffins reviewed by vanessaveg

From: Vegan Brunch: Homestyle Recipes Worth Waking Up For--From Asparagus Omelets to Pumpkin Pancakes (reviewed 30th August 2015)

This recipe is pretty simple. There aren't that many ingredients, and none of them are obscure or hard to find (as long as you can get your hands on vegan...
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Black-Pig Pork Roast with Garlic Mashed Potatoes reviewed by southerncooker

From: A Kitchen in France: A Year of Cooking in My Farmhouse (reviewed 31st August 2015)

Of course I was unable to find Black Pig but got a really nice looking pork loin. Instead of wrapping it in pork belly I used the alternate of bacon. I...
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Gorditas reviewed by jenncc

From: Epicurious (reviewed 29th August 2015)

There is some debate on weather these are gorditas or sopes, regardless they make a tasty vessel for any combination of Mexican fillings. I have made...
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Creamiest Potato and Leek Soup with Chopped Scallions and Crumbled Bacon (Vichyssoise , Cebetteset Poitrine Fumee) reviewed by southerncooker

From: French Comfort Food (reviewed 29th August 2015)

I had a couple leeks leftover from a recipe I made a few days ago so I was delighted to find this recipe called for two. I used my home-made chicken stock...
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Sweet Corn Polenta reviewed by jenncc

From: Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London's Ottolenghi (reviewed 27th August 2015)

This is creamy comfort food at it's best! The sauce is simple but delicious, however next time I will definitely cut the oil used to fry the eggplant....
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Riso al Forna alla Siciliana reviewed by kateq

From: The Wednesday Chef (reviewed 28th August 2015)

An excellent supper dish. The arborio rice method is relatively new to me--and a genius method. I did not peel my eggplant and was sorry. I will definitely...
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French Rolled Omelet with Cherry Tomatoes and Parmesan (Omelette Roulee aux Tomates Cerises et au Parmesan) reviewed by southerncooker

From: French Comfort Food (reviewed 26th August 2015)

I loved this simple omelet and it made a nice quick and easy supper. I used some fresh eggs I got from a neighbour and some local yellow cherry tomatoes....
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Arroz Con Leche reviewed by jenncc

From: The Homesick Texan Cookbook (reviewed 27th August 2015)

This is a wonderfully creamy dessert with just the right amount of spice. Loved the addition of candied almonds for crunch and a little hit of salt. ...
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Fleur de Lait reviewed by kaye16

From: The Perfect Scoop: Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, and Sweet Accessories (reviewed 24th August 2015)

A lovely, milky ice cream without vanilla. - I used 100g of (brown) sugar, rather than 150g - Oops, we were out of milk, so I used whole UHT milk. Worked...
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Los Tios Mexican Rice reviewed by jenncc

From: The Tex-Mex Cookbook: A History in Recipes and Photos (reviewed 24th August 2015)

This is a nice change from the normal "Spanish rice" I usually make (Homesick Texan). Los Tios rice is very flavorful with a punch of spice (2 serrano...
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Brown Rice, quinoa, and buckwheat crust reviewed by jenncc

From: La Tartine Gourmande: Recipes for an Inspired Life (reviewed 25th August 2015)

This is a great gluten free crust with a wonderful flavor. I did sub amaranth flour for the quinoa but I'm fairly certain it would be just as good either...
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Yassa au Poulet—Marinated Chicken Braised in Lemon-and-Onion Sauce reviewed by kaye16

From: African Cooking [Time-Life Foods of the World series] (reviewed 24th August 2015)

This is really delicious chicken, easy to make. A bit time-consuming because of the marinating time, but otherwise not bad. Would hold well, making it...
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Nectarine Sorbet reviewed by kaye16

From: The Perfect Scoop: Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, and Sweet Accessories (reviewed 24th August 2015)

Really a nice sorbet thing. I used only 100g of (brown) sugar and it was perfect in the sweetness area. After tasting the broth, I opted for lemon juice...
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Greek Stewed Green Beans and Yellow Squash with Tomatoes reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 21st August 2015)

Delicious!! I didn't necessarily follow the amounts too strictly--I was using up what was left from my CSA, so perhaps there were more tomatoes (of different...
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Coffee Cream Puffs reviewed by southerncooker

From: A Kitchen in France: A Year of Cooking in My Farmhouse (reviewed 24th August 2015)

It’s been a long time since I’ve tried making cream puffs, so I was delightfully surprised how easy this was and how great they turned out. The time...
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Nancy's Chopped Salad reviewed by jenncc

From: The Mozza Cookbook: Recipes from Los Angeles's Favorite Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria (reviewed 21st August 2015)

Love this salad. My vinaigrette was only good, not great (reviewed separately) but this combination of greens, meat and cheese is really nice. The pepperoncini...
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Meatballs al Forno reviewed by jenncc

From: The Mozza Cookbook: Recipes from Los Angeles's Favorite Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria (reviewed 21st August 2015)

Hearty enough to eat without pasta. This maybe my new favorite meatball recipe. I think the braising kept them especially moist and juicy. The passata...
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Spatchcocked Chicken Under a Brick reviewed by kaye16

From: Eating Well (reviewed 21st August 2015)

Have done this twice now -- it's is a super way to cook a chicken on grill. Spatchcocked, it's weighed down by two bricks (not a single one). The skin...
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Oven-Dried Tomato Tart with Goat Cheese and Black Olives reviewed by jenncc

From: Epicurious (reviewed 20th August 2015)

This is a keeper! I used heirloom tomatoes from the garden and didn't bother seeding them. I could have stopped right there - the roasted tomatoes were...
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Millet, Amaranth, and Brown Rice Crust reviewed by jenncc

From: La Tartine Gourmande: Recipes for an Inspired Life (reviewed 20th August 2015)

This is a wonderful gluten free crust recipe. It stayed crisp for a few days when used for my oven dried tomato tart with goat cheese and black olives...
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Special Occasion Macaroni and Cheese reviewed by southerncooker

From: Deep South Dish: Homestyle Southern Recipes (Best of the Best Presents) (reviewed 20th August 2015)

We loved this version of mac and cheese. Loaded with cheese from Monterey Jack, Sharp Cheddar and Velveeta. Also contains a large amount of butter, a whole...
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Heavenly Sole reviewed by Cindyedge

From: The Encyclopedia of Creative Cooking (reviewed 20th August 2015)

This recipe for Heavenly Sole (or any thinly sliced white fish) is excellent and super-easy. I make the recipe as written, but instead of brushing the...
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Cranberry-Raspberry Mold reviewed by Cindyedge

From: A Collection of the Very Finest Recipes Ever Assembled into One Cookbook (reviewed 20th August 2015)

I am not a big fan of Jell-O, but Thanksgiving dinner would not be complete without this salad. You can use low-fat or fat-free sour cream, and it still...
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Homemade Orange Chicken reviewed by southerncooker

From: Fried Chicken: Recipes for the Crispy, Crunchy, Comfort-Food Classic (reviewed 19th August 2015)

I've had orange chicken in Chinese restaurants but have never tried making it at home. This wasn't that difficult and the results were delicious. I served...
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Cheese Glazed Chicken reviewed by Cindyedge

From: Tea-Time at the Masters: A Collection of Recipes (reviewed 19th August 2015)

This was excellent and company-worthy. Not low calorie, though!
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Lacquered Chicken with Noodle Salad reviewed by southerncooker

From: Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook: French-American Recipes for the Home Cook (reviewed 17th August 2015)

This recipe is from the le voyage chapter in the book which says they are recipes from lands far and near. This particular recipe has an Asian twist with...
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Mutabbaq reviewed by jenncc

From: Jerusalem: A Cookbook (reviewed 16th August 2015)

I really enjoyed this! And it actually looked as pretty as the picture! The authors compare this to knafeh (which is one of my favorite breakfasts) so...
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No Bake Peanut Butter Dog Treats reviewed by southerncooker

From: Damn Delicious Simple ingredients, elegant dishes. (reviewed 17th August 2015)

Daugher made these little lovelies for Ruby since she needs to get more fiber in her diet. Ruby gobbled them up so I think this means she gave them a 5....
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Sausage, Potato and Cabbage Soup reviewed by kateq

From: Jacques Pépin's Table: The Complete "Today's Gourmet" (reviewed 14th August 2015)

Another less is more recipe from the master. I used a 6 ounce andouille sausage from D'Artagnan. I peeled off the casing and broke up the sausage meat....
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Madhur Jaffrey's Stir-Fried Cabbage with Fennel Seeds reviewed by kaye16

From: food52 (reviewed 14th August 2015)

A super cabbage recipe. The lemon juice at the end really complemented the cabbage and fennel. I used half a ... Chinese cabbage? napa cabbage? I'm not...
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Well-dressed Tofu Bowls reviewed by vanessaveg

From: The Great Vegan Protein Book: Fill Up the Healthy Way with More than 100 Delicious Protein-Based Vegan Recipes - Includes - Beans & Lentils - Plants - Tofu & Tempeh - Nuts - Quinoa (reviewed 23rd November 2015)

This is an excellent facsimile of a dish a local organic restaurant serves. I no longer need to go there when I have a craving. I sub'ed brown rice for...
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Japanese Milk Bread Rolls reviewed by jenncc

From: King Arthur Flour (reviewed 24th November 2015)

These are soft with a beautiful color and tender crumb. Really great and easy to throw together. Starting with a roux and a little more milk and sugar...
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Spicy Red Pepper Cranberry Relish reviewed by jenncc

From: New York Times - Recipes (reviewed 24th November 2015)

I love this alternative to cranberry sauce. It sweet, spicy and tart. This year I will tone it down a bit since not all guest are fond of the jalapeños...
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Pumpkin Cheesecake in a Nut Crust reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 26th November 2015)

A very delicious and surprisingly light cheesecake. I did substitute a generous half cup of yogurt for the cup of heavy cream and was very pleased with...
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Roasted Carrot,Parsnip and Potato Soup reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 27th November 2015)

So delicious and so easy and really healthy. I found it easier to take the vegetables from the oven and place them in a soup pot (having squeezed out...
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Slow Cooker Balsamic Brussels Sprouts reviewed by southerncooker

From: Damn Delicious Simple ingredients, elegant dishes. (reviewed 28th November 2015)

This was the one new item on our Thanksgiving table this year. The Brussels sprouts lovers in the family including me loved this dish. Great way to cook...
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Homemade Hamburger Helper reviewed by southerncooker

From: Damn Delicious Simple ingredients, elegant dishes. (reviewed 28th November 2015)

We loved this homemade version of hamburger helper. I've tried other versions that we didn't like as good but this one is definitely a keeper. We are mushroom...
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Maple-Walnut Granola reviewed by jenncc

From: Epicurious (reviewed 29th November 2015)

This IS my granola recipe, I just mix up the nuts/fruit combinations. The basic technique of dissolving the brown sugar into the maple syrup, allowing...
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Spice-Rubbed Butterflied Smoked Turkey reviewed by jenncc

From: Serious Eats (reviewed 29th November 2015)

This is the third year we have smoked our Thanksgiving bird and decided to do things a little different. Having never butterflied our turkey before I was...
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Smoky Collard Greens with Vegan Bacon reviewed by vanessaveg

From: Betty Goes Vegan: 500 Classic Recipes for the Modern Family (reviewed 1st December 2015)

Made these for Thanksgiving, they were delicious. I feel like even kids would eat these (those that aren't immediately put off by the word "green.") The...
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Rita's Rye reviewed by kateq

From: Patricia Wells at Home in Provence: Recipes Inspired By Her Farmhouse In France (reviewed 1st December 2015)

Excellent rye bread. The dough takes a bit of time to come together, even tho I knead it in a large Kitchenaid. The instructions are quite good and the...
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Spiced Pumpkin Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting reviewed by kateq

From: New Thanksgiving Table (reviewed 2nd December 2015)

This is a great cake. And even tho I know I will make changes when I make it again (and I will!), it does deserve 5 stars--even if only for the brilliant...
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spiced pumpkin bread reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Epicurious (reviewed 8th December 2015)

Delicious and easy-to-make quick bread. This epicurious recipe is very highly rated, yet the comments made consistent suggestions. I followed those suggestions...
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Maple Persimmon Upside-Down Cake with Maple Cream reviewed by jenncc

From: food52 (reviewed 10th December 2015)

This is a nice spiced cake that greatly improves the humble persimmon. Not being a fan of persimmons, I did not expect much but as the cake baked and...
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Maple Persimmon Upside-Down Cake with Maple Cream reviewed by jenncc

From: Food52 Baking: 60 Sensational Treats You Can Pull Off in a Snap (Food52 Works) (reviewed 10th December 2015)

This is a nice spiced cake that greatly improves the humble persimmon. Not being a fan of persimmons, I did not expect much but as the cake baked and the...
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Sausage Ragu reviewed by kateq

From: Cooking (reviewed 13th December 2015)

The first time I made this, I used a third sweet and two thirds hot sausage and otherwise followed the recipe. It was very good. This time I reversed (two...
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Almond Biscotti reviewed by kateq

From: Ciao Biscotti: Sweet and Savory Recipes for Celebrating Italy's Favorite Cookie (reviewed 13th December 2015)

This is a classic biscotti but the method is common-sense modern. The result is a really great cookie and it's really easy. My only difference with this...
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Chicken and Hominy Soup reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Epicurious (reviewed 13th December 2015)

Quick, healthy, and delicious - this soup has more of a south-west vibe than a mexican vibe - and has a wonderfully flavorful broth. Cooking starts with...
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Salmon with macaroni reviewed by bunyip

From: A Year of Good Eating: The Kitchen Diaries III (reviewed 13th December 2015)

Simple but delicious. Poaching the fish in 600 ml of cream (that's two bottles), which is then poured over the fish and pasta, sounds richer than it is....
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Cauliflower Cake reviewed by kateq

From: Plenty More: Vibrant Vegetable Cooking from London's Ottolenghi (reviewed 14th December 2015)

A knockout! This recipe alone is worth the price of the book. I loved it and actually found it quite simple. It was delicious the first night and great...
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Red Velvet Cupcakes reviewed by vanessaveg

From: The Everything Vegan Baking Cookbook: Includes Chocolate-Peppermint Bundt Cake, Peanut Butter and Jelly Cupcakes, Southwest Green Chile Corn Muffins, ... Oatmeal Bars, and hundreds more! (reviewed 14th December 2015)

These were excellent. Super moist, held together well, tasted exactly like red velvet. I think what took it over the top was that instead of using red...
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Tomato, Onion, and Green Coriander Relish—Cachumber reviewed by kaye16

From: Madhur Jaffrey's Indian Cooking (reviewed 15th December 2015)

A very nice Indian relish/condiment. It complemented the Shrimp in a Dark Sauce very well. I saw Jaffrey make this on TV. She suggested making it with...
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Whoopie Pies reviewed by vanessaveg

From: The Everything Vegan Baking Cookbook: Includes Chocolate-Peppermint Bundt Cake, Peanut Butter and Jelly Cupcakes, Southwest Green Chile Corn Muffins, ... Oatmeal Bars, and hundreds more! (reviewed 16th December 2015)

These look involved, but there aren't that many ingredients and are a snap to assemble. The few ingredients that are used shine: you can really taste the...
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The best No Kidding Buttermilk Pancakes reviewed by kateq

From: Food.com (reviewed 26th December 2015)

These really are the best. Very easy--even with the extra step of separating the eggs and beating the whites. That folding in of the "meringue" makes...
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Make Ahead Overnight Breakfast Casserole reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Recipe Girl Cookbook: Dishing Out the Best Recipes for Entertaining and Every Day (reviewed 27th December 2015)

Every year I make some kind of breakfast casserole for part of our Christmas Breakfast. This is for 2015. We all agreed this one was very good. It had...
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Mini Deep Dish Pizzas reviewed by southerncooker

From: Damn Delicious Simple ingredients, elegant dishes. (reviewed 27th December 2015)

A Christmas Eve tradition for us is to have appetizers for our supper. For the third year we did it at my daughter and son in laws. This year my nephew...
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Slow Cooker Parmesan Ranch Oyster Crackers reviewed by southerncooker

From: Damn Delicious Simple ingredients, elegant dishes. (reviewed 27th December 2015)

This was another one of our Christmas Eve appetizers. Delicious, easy, and addictive.
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Sichuanese "Send-the-Rice-Down" Chopped Celery with Ground Beef (Jia Chang Rou Mo Qin Cai) reviewed by kateq

From: Every Grain Of Rice (reviewed 27th December 2015)

This is absolutely delicious and totally worth the effort of tracking down authentic Sichuan chili bean paste and Chinkiang vinegar. I used very lean...
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Cheese and Garlic Crack Bread (Pull Apart Bread) reviewed by southerncooker

From: Recipe Tin Eats (reviewed 27th December 2015)

Another 2015 Christmas Eve appetizer and so delicious. Great niece made this one with a little help scoring the bread from daughter. This was a hit for...
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Porter and Vegetable Shepherd's Pie reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Food Network (reviewed 27th December 2015)

I made this awhile back on one of colder days and it was delicious. Loved the flavor the porter gave to it and the cheesy potatoes. I did opt to use some...
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Fresh Pasta Sheets reviewed by kateq

From: Nick Stellino's Passione: Pasta, Pizza, and Panini (reviewed 27th December 2015)

Really good, really standard recipe for for fresh pasta sheets. Easy enough to do with the crank pasta machine, but my, how much easier with the Kitchen...
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Double Ginger Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: The Food Network (reviewed 27th December 2015)

These are spicy, moist and delicious! I did not get the crisp edges some of the reviews described but I loved the chewy texture and bits of ginger. Not...
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Ultranutty Pecan Bars reviewed by jenncc

From: Cooks Illustrated (reviewed 27th December 2015)

Buttery crust and rich pecan filling, without all the syrupy goo of pecan pie. Love this simple recipe!
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Toasted Coconut Shortbread reviewed by jenncc

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 27th December 2015)

Excellent cookie! These are great as cut outs, thumbprints, or a sable style cookie. Letting the cookies brown/caramelize enhances the flavor greatly....
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Angelo's Marinara Sauce reviewed by kateq

From: Saveur Website (reviewed 28th December 2015)

This is perfect marinara sauce. I've made with fresh tomatoes in the summer, with a combination of cherry and full sized tomatoes, and with dicd tomatoes...
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Crispy Cheese Curd Risotto Cake reviewed by southerncooker

From: The New Midwestern Table: 200 Heartland Recipes (reviewed 29th December 2015)

These were amazing. Daughter and I loved them and hubby said they were good too. He thought they tasted like a cheesy potato cake. I used yellow cheese...
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Chicken Tikka Masala reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Epicurious (reviewed 29th December 2015)

An explosion of fabulous flavor! This dish has a lot of very rich (cream filled) sauce with chunks of chicken that marinaded in a spiced yogurt and broiled. The...
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Saag Paneer reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Food Network (reviewed 29th December 2015)

We veered a bit from this recipe in that we used fresh spinach and some kale and swiss chard. We chopped it very finely. It didn't turn out as liquidy...
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Prawns Stuffed with Garlic-Toasted Bread Crumbs reviewed by kateq

From: The Cakebread Cellars Napa Valley Cookbook: Wine and Recipes to Celebrate Every Season's Harvest (reviewed 30th December 2015)

A delightful surprise! We thought these would be good and they were Fabulous. We used large shrimp, followed the recipe exactly and our only regret was...
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Raspberry Cheesecake reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Kyotofu: Uniquely Delicious Japanese Desserts (reviewed 31st December 2015)

Miso in a cheesecake?? You bet! I do not really care for cheesecake, but this thing was amazing. Only a bit of white miso, but it added an umami note...
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Molasses Gingerbread Cake with Cinnamon Whipped Cream reviewed by kateq

From: New Thanksgiving Table (reviewed 1st January 2016)

This David Lebovitz recipe is a winner! We made this exactly as written, using individual-serving bundts. Spicing is just right and the texture of the...
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Grandma Bercher's Cinnamon Rolls reviewed by jenncc

From: food52 (reviewed 1st January 2016)

These are easy to put together, they rise overnight and bake up beautifully. Not too sweet, nice and cinnamon-y. For the icing I added some Fiori di Sicilia...
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Salt and Pepper Skillet Cornbread reviewed by jenncc

From: Sara Foster's Southern Kitchen (reviewed 1st January 2016)

Nice and moist, not too sweet, really great with chili.
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Banana Pudding reviewed by jenncc

From: Sara Foster's Southern Kitchen (reviewed 1st January 2016)

One of the best banana puddings I have had. The pudding is from scratch but comes together quickly and it is not overly sweet. I would make just the...
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