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Gramercy Tavern's Gingerbread reviewed by silverlightca

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 30th March 2010)

This cake turned out dark and aromatic with a lovely velvety texture. A nice heavy winter cake that needs little accompaniment apart from some whipped...
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Smashed chickpea salad reviewed by silverlightca

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 30th March 2010)

Delicious - works well as either a salad or as a sandwich, and quick to whip up.
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Macaroni & Cheese reviewed by silverlightca

From: Canadian Living (reviewed 30th March 2010)

This is my go-to, never-fail mac & cheese recipe. I love the addition of the onion.
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Potato Bacon Chowder reviewed by silverlightca

From: All Recipes (reviewed 30th March 2010)

Tasty, easy, inexpensive, and quick.
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Multi-Grain Waffles reviewed by skdouglass

From: The Essential EatingWell Cookbook: Good Carbs, Good Fats, Great Flavors (Eating Well) (reviewed 30th March 2010)

Stellar waffles - now in regular rotation.
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Marinated Chicken with Onion-Pepper-Almond Sauce (Chicken Tikka Masala) reviewed by kathleen440

From: 660 Curries (reviewed 30th March 2010)

Very flavorful - the bell pepper dominates the taste. I thought 2-inch cubes of chicken worked better than the large slices.
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Saffron-Scented Lamb with Almond Sauce (Badam Zarda Gosht) reviewed by kathleen440

From: 660 Curries (reviewed 30th March 2010)

I wish the saffron had been more prominent, but the flavor of this stew is really good.
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Pork Chops reviewed by MusicMegs

From: How To Cook Everything: Simple Recipes for Great Food (reviewed 30th March 2010)

This has become my go-to pork chop recipe. The method is great for avoiding dried-out chops. So far I have tried the apple and mustard variations; both...
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Nutty-Tart Pork with Cider Vinegar, Cashews and Onions (Pork Vindaloo) reviewed by kathleen440

From: 660 Curries (reviewed 30th March 2010)

The pork was a little dry, but the flavor was great. The sauce was very thin.
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Chunky Potatoes with Buttermilk (Aloo Chaas) reviewed by kathleen440

From: 660 Curries (reviewed 30th March 2010)

Yum. I mashed the potatoes a bit at the end to create a more uneven texture. I also reduced the chiles by half - it was a little too spicy! This curry...
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Maple-Mustard-Glazed Potatoes and String Beans reviewed by roguen

From: Vegan with a Vengeance : Over 150 Delicious, Cheap, Animal-Free Recipes That Rock (reviewed 31st March 2010)

I made this dish intending to have leftovers for lunch the next day. Silly me. I had to make another batch. Make sure to use string beans instead of...
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Super Quick Tomato Basil Cream Pasta reviewed by apartment3r

From: Vegan Yum Yum: Decadent (But Doable) Animal-Free Recipes for Entertaining and Everyday (reviewed 31st March 2010)

This is not "super quick" but its not too bad and it tastes good. If you are a vegan who craves cream sauce its a good alternative. Just make sure you...
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Turkey With Mushrooms and Wine reviewed by portugo

From: Betty Crocker's Cooking for Two (reviewed 31st March 2010)

This is a very simple, can't-go-wrong recipe that I fall back on a lot. Turkey, mushrooms and red wine; you hardly need the recipe at all!
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Wild Rice Pilaf with Pecans and Dried Cranberries reviewed by portugo

From: The New Best Recipe: All-New Edition (reviewed 31st March 2010)

This is healthy comfort food; the heartiness of the rice is nicely brightened by the dried cranberries. I make a big pot of this and eat it all week long.
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Cavatappi with Asparagus, Arugula, Walnuts and Blue Cheese reviewed by portugo

From: The New Best Recipe: All-New Edition (reviewed 31st March 2010)

I love the combination of blue cheese and green apple on this pasta; the sweet/sour/salty/bitter is nicely balanced. It's easy and fast, too.
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Chicken and Artichokes reviewed by bunnybea

From: Holly Clegg's Trim & Terrific Freezer Friendly Meals (reviewed 31st March 2010)

Chicken with Juniper Berries reviewed by portugo

From: Everybody Eats Well in Belgium Cookbook (reviewed 31st March 2010)

The juniper flavor is really delicious with the chicken. I'd just spoon some of the fat off before serving and remove the larger berry pieces.
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Bagels reviewed by bes30

From: Peter Reinhart's Artisan Breads Every Day (reviewed 31st March 2010)

I decided to make this recipe because Peter says that New York City is not the only place you can get great bagels. I recently moved from the NY area...
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Smashed roast new potatoes with garlic and rosemary reviewed by kfharvey1

From: Sarah Raven's Garden Cookbook (reviewed 31st March 2010)

Tastes terribly bad for you.
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Rich Marble Pound Cake with Chocolate Glaze reviewed by anemolihp

From: The Cake Book (reviewed 31st March 2010)

German Homemade Noodles (Spätzle) reviewed by craftymo2002

From: Authentic German Home Style Recipes (reviewed 31st March 2010)

Followed this recipe to make spätzle to go with an elaborate German dinner I was making for an Oktoberfest party. It makes a good amount of the noodles...
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Red Cabbage reviewed by craftymo2002

From: Joy of Cooking (reviewed 31st March 2010)

Standard recipe for German-style rotkohl (red cabbage). I used butter instead of bacon (both are suggested, but I prefer this vegetable dish remain vegetarian...
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Vegan Orange Cornmeal Pancakes reviewed by craftymo2002

From: ReadyMade (reviewed 31st March 2010)

Just needed a good recipe for cornmeal pancakes, since I don't like the texture of standard American buttermilk pancakes. These had just the right subtle...
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Calabacitas Burritos reviewed by mandelicious

From: Serious Eats (reviewed 1st April 2010)

This definitely qualifies as 'healthy & delicious.' It makes a great vegetarian weeknight meal -- fast to put together and substantial enough to make...
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Buttered lettuce with cumin and lemon reviewed by wester

From: Sophie Grigson's Feasts for a Fiver (reviewed 1st April 2010)

A good variation on the green salad. Simple, tasty, and different from the normal geen salad / vinaigrette, but not so different it becomes difficult to...
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Spring Minestrone with Brown Rice reviewed by cjross

From: Super Natural Cooking: Five Delicious Ways to Incorporate Whole and Natural Foods into Your Cooking (reviewed 1st April 2010)

Really nice simple soup with lots of bright green in it. Good for a light meal.
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Vegetable Salad Julienne reviewed by gailanne

From: Fresh Chef on the Run (reviewed 1st April 2010)

Four ingredients + easy dressing. Colourful and yummy.
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Sweet and Sour Pork reviewed by aj12754

From: Chinese Cooking for Dummies (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

I had a little less than a pound of left-over pork tenderloin and this dish provided an excellent use for it. The recipe for the sweet and sour sauce...
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Chicken with Creamy Chive Sauce reviewed by NancyM

From: Low-Carb Slow Cooker Recipes (Better Homes & Gardens) (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

This chicken dish is very good. I've made it a couple of times and really like it. It's quick to put together and comes out beautifully. One note on it...
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Turkey Thighs in Barbecue Sauce reviewed by NancyM

From: Low-Carb Slow Cooker Recipes (Better Homes & Gardens) (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

I've made this recipe twice - once with chicken, once with turkey - and it was really tasty. The serving size seemed small to me, so the carb counts would...
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broccoli & pine nut pesto reviewed by kyaralao

From: Easy Vegetarian: Simple Recipes for Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

Yum! Good. The broccoli was a bit bland as written and needed a bit of seasoning. I added 2 small dried chilis and 4 shisito (little Japanese peppers)...
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a side dish of stove-top vegetables reviewed by kfharvey1

From: Appetite (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

(made this with fennel)
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a potato supper reviewed by kfharvey1

From: Appetite (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

a creamy, unctuous potato dish reviewed by kfharvey1

From: Appetite (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

a no-fuss puff-pastry vegetable pie reviewed by kfharvey1

From: Appetite (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

a tart for lunch, supper or a party reviewed by kfharvey1

From: Appetite (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

Liked the taleggio, tomato and parmesan versions
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a pork roast reviewed by kfharvey1

From: Appetite (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

really juicy, spicy meatballs reviewed by kfharvey1

From: Appetite (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

a sausage and mash supper reviewed by kfharvey1

From: Appetite (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

A simple saute with tarragon and cream reviewed by kfharvey1

From: Real Cooking (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

A fragrant saute with butter and cardamon reviewed by kfharvey1

From: Real Cooking (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

Coconut Cream Pie reviewed by silverlightca

From: Glorious Desserts, Martha Day 350 Irresistibly Sweet Temptations (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

I've made this pie 3-4 times and it turns out consistently well and is quick to whip up. This is a meringue-less pie (although you could probably add it...
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Three Green Vegetable Soup reviewed by friederike

From: 101 One-pot Dishes: Tried-and-tested Recipes (Good Food 101) (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

Very delicious! In fact, I nearly would have awarded a five star rating if the ingredient proportions had been right. It was too watery to my taste, so...
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Mini Turkey Burgers with Gorgonzola reviewed by BetterBombshell

From: Cooking Light (reviewed 2nd April 2010)

We love keeping these in the freezer for easy lunches or dinners during the summer. We usually like more of the gherkin mayo than the recipe calls for....
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Simple Ginger Marinade for Rump Steak reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: The Cook's Companion (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

Great recipe, very quick and easy to make and always popular with guests. The reason I have only given it 4 stars is becuase I have never made it with...
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Aromatic Chicken Curry (Geng Gari Gai) reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: Thai Food (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

Delicious and very rich. Paste smells almost unpleasent whilst it is cooking, hence the instructions to cook it at least 5 minutes, but once it is cooked,and...
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Shrimp Paste Relish (Nahm Prik Gapi) reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: Thai Food (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

The best description of this sauce is "woofy", so you may not want to give it to guests, although I did have one guest thoroughly enjoying it, mixed equal...
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Salad of Crispy Prawn Cakes with Green Mango and Peanuts reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: Thai Food (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

Doesn't make a very large salad, but it is good.
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Soupe au Pistou reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: The French Kitchen (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

Very good soup. Its the pesto that makes it.
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Grandma Rankin's Cashew Brittle reviewed by kellymcc

From: The Craft of Baking: Cakes, Cookies, and Other Sweets with Ideas for Inventing Your Own (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

I made this as part of the caramel pie and it was delicious. I took the honeycomb option and would likely add in even more soda for more levity in the...
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Pumpkin Ice Cream reviewed by kellymcc

From: The Craft of Baking: Cakes, Cookies, and Other Sweets with Ideas for Inventing Your Own (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

A very nice flavor but mine came out a bit icy. Perhaps I'll add a bit of vodka in next time to keep it more creamy.
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Polenta Pie reviewed by crodgers13

From: Moosewood Cookbook (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

Easy and tasty variation on pizza. The crust was golden and crunchy and the toppings were moist and tasty. Be careful spreading the polenta as it can...
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Arabian Squash Casserole reviewed by crodgers13

From: Moosewood Cookbook (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

Very tasty and an interesting blend of flavors.
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Shepherd's Pie reviewed by winebert

From: The Enchanted Broccoli Forest (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

One of my favorite winter recipes. I use a 9x12 pan to make this in so I can have more of the potato crust
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Potato Leek Soup reviewed by winebert

From: The Enchanted Broccoli Forest (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

I have roasted the vegetables for this soup before assembling, great if you have the time. Instead of fresh herbs for garnish I use Caraway seeds.
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Chocolate chip cookies reviewed by eblue

From: The Best Light Recipe (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

These are made with no white sugar, only brown. They are delicious, in my opinion, and don't taste low fat to me.
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Roast Red Pepper, Feta and Mint Dip reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: Canapes (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

Very good dip. I halve the amount of fegta and cream cheese, and put only 2 tablespoons of mint in. Excellant on toast the morning after the dinner party,...
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Sun Dried Tomato and Cannellini Bean Dip reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: Canapes (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

Very good dip. I use 16 tomato halves and halve the amount of vinegar.
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Avocado Lime Cream Dip reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: Canapes (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

Lovely light refreshing dIip and a great colour. I halve the number of spring onions and always check the chilli strength before adding them in case they...
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Tiny Parmesan Shortbreads with Roast Cherry Tomatoes and Fetta reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: Canapes (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

Lovely looking appetiser and is good to eat as well. Can be pretty much made in advance except for the final assembling in the last hour or so.
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Fish and Chips reviewed by hongermaier

From: Cook's Illustrated (reviewed 3rd April 2010)

Peas and Sugar Snap Peas in Sesame Oil reviewed by aj12754

From: Epicurious (reviewed 4th April 2010)

I found this recipe while looking for something different to do with some sugar snap peas I had left-over from another dish. The original recipe called...
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King Ranch Chicken Casserole reviewed by laurenyates

From: The 1997 Joy of Cooking (reviewed 4th April 2010)

Surprisingly tasty! I used reduced fat cream of chicken soup and cream of mushroom soup and low sodium chicken broth, and it was still really good!
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Beef Barley Soup reviewed by laurenyates

From: The 1997 Joy of Cooking (reviewed 4th April 2010)

Overall, this recipe turned out great. I added in some portobello mushrooms and used only 1/2 the beef stock it required (and replaced the other 1/2 with...
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Lentil Soup reviewed by laurenyates

From: How To Cook Everything: Simple Recipes for Great Food (reviewed 4th April 2010)

A great soup, and even better if you add bacon or diced ham.
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Bagels reviewed by mandelicious

From: Peter Reinhart's Artisan Breads Every Day (reviewed 4th April 2010)

The hardest part about making these bagels was waiting for the, to cool for 30 minutes before eating them (that and waking up early to boil and bake them...
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Yellow Cake with Milk Chocolate Buttercream reviewed by amls155

From: The Craft of Baking: Cakes, Cookies, and Other Sweets with Ideas for Inventing Your Own (reviewed 4th April 2010)

This yellow cake is incredibly delicious - definitely 5 stars for the cake. It's fairly intensive (separating 7 eggs, whipping whites separately, etc.),...
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Baked Shrimp with Tomatoes and Feta reviewed by laurenyates

From: The Food You Crave: Luscious Recipes for a Healthy Life (reviewed 4th April 2010)

Very good for a low-fat, low-calorie meal. I doubled the amount of garlic. I would definitely recommend serving this over pasta and NOT rice (the instructions...
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Lamb, Harissa and Almond Sausage Rolls reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: Bourke Street Bakery (reviewed 4th April 2010)

Sausage rolls a little bit different, and very good to eat. I must confess to using Pampus Puff Pastry (6 sheets) as I am not a good baker. Baked for 18...
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Chicken Pot Pie (from Dahlia Lounge) reviewed by kathrynlynnlee

From: Bon Appetit (reviewed 4th April 2010)

A good recipe for a large group (or a week of lunches). I used frozen puff pastry instead of the crust recipe.
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Stovies reviewed by bunyip

From: Molly Weir's Recipes (reviewed 4th April 2010)

I loved stove potatoes with cold meat when I was a child. My Mum made them with dripping, but since I do not keep dripping in these cholesterol-conscious...
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Iced Maple Cream with Berries reviewed by kathrynlynnlee

From: Bon Appetit (reviewed 4th April 2010)

It's pretty amazing that you don't need an ice cream maker for this recipe. The iced maple cream is light and fluffy (almost mousse-like?) with just the...
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Pear and Almond Tart reviewed by kathrynlynnlee

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 4th April 2010)

Even though I had to make the crust without a food processor, this tart turned out beautifully! I used canned pears (this is "trés French" according to...
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Cranberry-Walnut Chicken Salad reviewed by kathrynlynnlee

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 4th April 2010)

This was a little plain the first day, but it was absolutely perfect the second day! I guess it just needed some time to reach its full flavor. Deb's suggestions...
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Pennsylvania Dutch Pork Stew with Dried Fruits reviewed by bunyip

From: Real Food (reviewed 4th April 2010)

Unusual, almost Middle Eastern combination of ingredients, except that the meat is pork.
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Gratin of Spinach and Mushromms reviewed by bunyip

From: Real Food (reviewed 4th April 2010)

As the author observes, a good disguise for frozen spinach.
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Beef Goulash reviewed by bunyip

From: The Really Useful Cookbook (reviewed 4th April 2010)

Slightly unusual in that the meat cooks in paprika infused stock, but tomato paste is added at the end.
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Cameline Sauce reviewed by bunyip

From: The Original Mediterranean Cuisine (reviewed 4th April 2010)

Apparently every medieval recipe collection included a version of this sauce. It's a sort of sweet/sour cinnamon flavoured bread sauce - works with roast...
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Steamed Cod and White Sauce reviewed by bunyip

From: Michael Boddy's Good Food Book (reviewed 4th April 2010)

This dish, often encountered in hospitals, can be disgusting because of the sauce. Boddy adds to a standard white sauce capers, chopped dill cucumbers,...
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Bluebery Cookie Bars reviewed by Liebownh

From: Everyday With Rachael Ray (reviewed 4th April 2010)

Ricotta Pesto reviewed by Liebownh

From: Everyday With Rachael Ray (reviewed 4th April 2010)

Take Me Out to the Ball Game Garlic Fries reviewed by NancyM

From: Fry Light, Fry Right: Fried-Food Flavor Without Deep Frying (reviewed 4th April 2010)

I've never had the full-fat version of these, but the author mentions them as being a favorite of hers, and how the lightened recipe works very well. These...
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Curried Vegetarian Noodles reviewed by dinadina619

From: Asian Noodles: Deliciously Simple Dishes To Twirl, Slurp, And Savor (reviewed 4th April 2010)

I’ve only made one recipe from the book so far, Vegetarian Curry Noodles, and in a *new* move for me I actually followed the recipe (mostly). This is...
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Chicken Wings Honey Spiced reviewed by bunyip

From: THE BEST OF BEVERLEY SUTHERLAND SMITH FROM THE AGE (reviewed 4th April 2010)

Haven't made this for years, but the page is stained! Dark, sticky sauce flavoured with five spice powder. Reputedly favoured by Craig Clairborne.
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Slumpie reviewed by bunyip

From: Nanny Ogg's Cookbook (reviewed 5th April 2010)

A variation on what is known at our place as Disaster Mince. Seriously, it's quite edible, with an unusual flavour from the inclusion of dark ale.
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Ricotta Frittata reviewed by irenepla

From: Epicurious (reviewed 5th April 2010)

The ricotta added a delightful texture, and made something really special out of a simple dish. I added some sauteed spinach, which was tasty and looked...
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Old Country Pie reviewed by Rachel

From: Moosewood Cookbook (reviewed 5th April 2010)

This is one of my favorite Moosewood recipes - I've been making this for years. Full of flavor and great texture - a perfect comfort meal. The cottage...
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Cauliflower Cheese Pie reviewed by Rachel

From: Moosewood Cookbook (reviewed 5th April 2010)

This recipe is delicious. The potato crust is outstanding - very easy to make, and adds a nice balance to the dish. The sauteed cauliflower is delicious...
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Tomato Rasam reviewed by The Ducks Guts

From: Indian Vegetarian Cookery (reviewed 5th April 2010)

If you cut the amount of water to 3 cups and use stock instead, this makes a very good soup, warming in cold weather. Quick and easy to make.
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mushroom risotto reviewed by mandelicious

From: The Best Vegetarian Recipes: From Greens to Grains, from Soups to Salads: 200 Bold Flavored Recipes (reviewed 6th April 2010)

I really like that this recipe has you make your own mushroom broth instead of using store-bought broth or requiring you to have homemade vegetable broth...
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Black bean tofu tacos reviewed by mandelicious

From: The Bold Vegetarian Chef: Adventures in Flavor with Soy, Beans, Vegetables, and Grains (reviewed 6th April 2010)

These are very flavorful vegan tacos. The combination of black beans, tofu, roasted tomatoes and avocado makes for a great mix of textures and tastes.
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Roasted potatoes, chickpeas, and spinach with spicy cashew sauce reviewed by mandelicious

From: The Bold Vegetarian Chef: Adventures in Flavor with Soy, Beans, Vegetables, and Grains (reviewed 6th April 2010)

This is a complete meal in one dish -- potatoes for starch, chickpeas for protein and spinach for greens. It is also great as leftovers. I like it best...
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Muffins, Infinite Ways reviewed by mandelicious

From: How to Cook Everything Vegetarian: Simple Meatless Recipes for Great Food (reviewed 6th April 2010)

Not too sweet, not excessively oily, and with suggestions for a number of variations, this is a great basic muffin recipe. I made these with frozen cranberries...
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pasta with roasted pumpkin and sage, lemon, and mozzarella butter reviewed by mandelicious

From: Easy Vegetarian: Simple Recipes for Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner (reviewed 6th April 2010)

Wow, this is delicious! It's not surprising, given the amount of cheese and butter involved. I would recommend either saving some of the mozzarella butter...
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Pain au Levain reviewed by bes30

From: Peter Reinhart's Artisan Breads Every Day (reviewed 6th April 2010)

This was my first attempt with a recipe using my newly formed sourdough starter. I was determined to use the “purist” version to test my sourdough...
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100% Whole Wheat Sourdough Hearth Bread reviewed by bes30

From: Peter Reinhart's Artisan Breads Every Day (reviewed 6th April 2010)

This was my second try at using a recipe that called for a sourdough starter. I was determined to use the “purist” version to test how good my sourdough...
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Braised Chicken Wings with Oyster Sauce reviewed by friederike

From: Simple Chinese Cooking (reviewed 6th April 2010)

Another of those 'nearly'-recipes. Nearly perfect. It was extremely delicious, great perfume, great taste, but the process didn't work out as it should....
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Chocolate Gingerbread reviewed by friederike

From: Linda Collister's Book of Baking (reviewed 6th April 2010)

Very delicious cake. It regularly burned, but that may have been due to our old oven.
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Strawberry and Champagne Conserve reviewed by friederike

From: Preserve: Over 100 Delicious Recipes (Cookery) (reviewed 6th April 2010)

Very delicious, just that I didn’t really taste the champagne. I actually used sparkling wine instead, but I don't think that was the reason. It was...
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Beef Stroganoff reviewed by friederike

From: The Cook's Book: Techniques and Tips from the World's Master Chefs (reviewed 6th April 2010)

Very delicious and very quick! Recommended! Be careful not to cook the meat for too long. You might want to add more cream to get more sauce. Today (10...
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