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Spicy Dr. Pepper Shredded Pork reviewed by southerncooker

From: Pioneer Woman Cooks (reviewed 27th March 2011)

This was very good but a bit spicy, which most of us like. In our area we get chipotles in adobo sauce in either 7 or 12 oz sizes instead of 11 oz. So...
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Scallops Provencal reviewed by bhnyc

From: Barefoot in Paris: Easy French Food You Can Make at Home (reviewed 28th March 2011)

Delicious! Simple and easy to make. Dinner is done in minutes.
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Brazilian Black Bean Soup reviewed by bab56

From: The New Moosewood Cookbook (Mollie Katzen's Classic Cooking) (reviewed 28th March 2011)

This recipe was so good! I decided to make this on a whim so I used canned black beans as I did not have time to make the beans from dried. I used 3 cans...
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Twice-baked Potatoes for All Seasons reviewed by sturlington

From: Fresh Every Day: More Great Recipes from Foster's Market (reviewed 28th March 2011)

So, so yummy. I probably ate way too much. This recipe is easily adaptable to whatever you have on hand. I stuffed mine with sauteed spinach and mushrooms,...
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Grilled Wild Mushroom & Goat Cheese Pizzas reviewed by cadfael

From: Clinton St. Baking Company Cookbook: Breakfast, Brunch & Beyond from New York's Favorite Neighborhood Restaurant (reviewed 28th March 2011)

The authors have this in a chapter on Sides and in their notes state they cater this as hors d'oeuvres. I have made these twice as a light meal served...
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Charcoal-Grilled Rack of Lamb reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook (reviewed 20th January 2012)

We used a double recipe of this marinade on a charcoal-grilled butterflied leg of lamb (for that grilling technique see The New Basics Cookbook – Butterflied...
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Cauliflower Curry reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Vegetarian Epicure (reviewed 28th March 2011)

A curry as visually appealing as it was satisfying. My children like cauliflower. With all the spices and the lovely yellow color it assumed during cooking,...
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Turkey Meatloaf reviewed by bhnyc

From: The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook (reviewed 28th March 2011)

This is such a good meatloaf recipe. However, as with so many of Ina's recipes, the portion suggestions are out of control! Instead of making a 5 pound...
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Oatcakes reviewed by andrew

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 1st April 2011)

These are truly excellent. I was a little skeptical at first, thinking that they'd end up fairly dry, but no - they're just right. They were just as good...
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Chocolate Brownies reviewed by friederike

From: The Kitchen Diaries: A Year in the Kitchen (reviewed 1st April 2011)

Divine! It took an hour to bake instead of the half hour announced, but hey, who cares when it results in such chocolate goodness? A perfect brownie recipe. Edited...
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Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies reviewed by auntandiz

From: Barefoot Contessa How Easy Is That?: Fabulous Recipes & Easy Tips (reviewed 1st April 2011)

These cookies are delicious! Easy, well, yes, but time consuming. They aren't a cookie you can just whip up on a whim. The dough must be refrigerated...
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Fennel, Cherry Tomato and Crumble Gratin reviewed by friederike

From: Ottolenghi: The Cookbook (reviewed 2nd April 2011)

Excellent, just excellent! It was easy to make, good to prepare in advance, and everyone loved it and had extra helpings! I really enjoyed the contrasts...
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Spaghetti with Quick Bolognese reviewed by sturlington

From: Sara Foster's Casual Cooking: More Fresh Simple Recipes from Foster's Market (reviewed 3rd April 2011)

Really good. I omitted the tomato paste (because I didn't have any) and the cream, and it still tasted great. This is also a good sauce to make for spaghetti...
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Dressing-in-a-Bowl Simple Salad reviewed by sturlington

From: The Splendid Table's How to Eat Supper: Recipes, Stories, and Opinions from Public Radio's Award-Winning Food Show (reviewed 3rd April 2011)

This recipe can easily be memorized, and it's so easy, you have not excuse not to make salad every night. The key to a really tasty salad is to put a healthy...
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Prawns with Spiced Tomato Sauce with Caraway reviewed by friederike

From: The Moro Cookbook (reviewed 3rd April 2011)

Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful! It's a great dish, absolutely delicious, slightly hot but really really good, one of my new favourites!
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Savory Cheese and Chive Bread reviewed by andrew

From: Around My French Table: More Than 300 Recipes from My Home to Yours (reviewed 3rd April 2011)

I made this for brunch this morning, taking into account aj's notes from the previous review. I made sure there were lots of chives, skipped the walnuts,...
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Pecorino Romano with Apples and Fig Jam reviewed by KVizz

From: Giada's Kitchen: New Italian Favorites (reviewed 3rd April 2011)

This is so easy and absolutely fabulous. A very unusual combination of flavors and impressive to serve to company with a good chilled white wine! I made...
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Artichoke Gratinata reviewed by KVizz

From: Giada's Kitchen: New Italian Favorites (reviewed 3rd April 2011)

I am food obsessed....so many recipes, so little time! So when I find myself returning frequently to the same recipe...it has to be really good. This is...
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Citrus Semifreddo reviewed by KVizz

From: Giada's Kitchen: New Italian Favorites (reviewed 3rd April 2011)

This is an amazing dessert...fresh, lemony and beautiful to serve. And easy! I served this after a cooking club event where the project was homemade pasta....
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Ricotta Orange Poundcake reviewed by KVizz

From: Giada's Kitchen: New Italian Favorites (reviewed 3rd April 2011)

Another winner! Have made it several times....doesn't even need the fruit in my opinion. So moist and perfectly flavored. Have decided to make this as...
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Tuna and White Bean Salad reviewed by JustLaura

From: Great Good Food: Luscious Lower-Fat Cooking (reviewed 4th April 2011)

So easy and so good! I made with canned beans - I did not have time to use dried. It was great. I will definitely be making this again!
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Apple-Turkey Salad reviewed by JustLaura

From: Great Good Food: Luscious Lower-Fat Cooking (reviewed 5th April 2011)

Another quick to throw together salad (other than the 30 min marinating time for the cherries). Great taste - very unusual. I used chicken since it was...
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Citrus Tapioca Pudding reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: How to Cook Everything Vegetarian: Simple Meatless Recipes for Great Food (reviewed 6th April 2011)

I love custardy comfort food, and instant tapioca (recipe on the box) is one of my standbys. This recipe also uses instant tapioca, but oh - it is so...
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Rigatoni Al Forno with roasted asparagus and onions reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Mollie Katzen's Vegetable Heaven: Over 200 Recipes for Uncommon Soups, Tasty Bites, Side Dishes, and Too Many Desserts (reviewed 7th April 2011)

Delicious baked pasta dish - and pretty easy to make. Don't omit the "Balsamic Drizzle". A few cooking notes: The initial oven roasting of the onions...
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Master Recipe - Boule reviewed by mfrances

From: Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day: The Discovery That Revolutionizes Home Baking (reviewed 8th April 2011)

I bought this book when it first came out and was not that impressed. Then recently I decided to recheck their blog and try again with their suggestions....
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Spicy Cucumber Salad reviewed by friederike

From: 101 Healthy Eats ("Good Food") (reviewed 9th April 2011)

A really nice salad! I omitted the garlic, because I just didn't see raw garlic work in this salad. It had a distinct Far-East-Asian flavour. We had...
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Roast Chicken with Harissa reviewed by friederike

From: The Moro Cookbook (reviewed 9th April 2011)

Very delicious, and so easy! Just rub the chicken with Harissa and roast. My chicken was just 900g, so it was already done after 45 minutes. I opted not...
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Chocolate Pudding Cake reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Slow Cooker Revolution (reviewed 9th April 2011)

This chocolate pudding cake adapted well to the crock pot and had intense dark chocolate flavor in both the cake and pudding. In the past I have always...
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Raspberry Jam reviewed by southerncooker

From: Clinton St. Baking Company Cookbook: Breakfast, Brunch & Beyond from New York's Favorite Neighborhood Restaurant (reviewed 10th April 2011)

This is easy to make and delicious. I needed some homemade jam to go with a recipe I was testing so I decided to make this. My daughter helped me and we...
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French dressing reviewed by redjanet

From: Jamie's Ministry of Food: Anyone Can Learn to Cook in 24 Hours (reviewed 10th April 2011)

This is a lovely simple salad dressing which can be made quickly and easily by simply shaking the ingredients together in a small jar. It is delicious...
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Sweet potato and chorizo soup reviewed by redjanet

From: Jamie's Ministry of Food: Anyone Can Learn to Cook in 24 Hours (reviewed 10th April 2011)

As soon as I saw this recipe listed I knew that I had to try it out. Chorizo is one of my favourite ingredients as it always brings great flavour to whatever...
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Pot-roast meatloaf reviewed by redjanet

From: Jamie's Ministry of Food: Anyone Can Learn to Cook in 24 Hours (reviewed 10th April 2011)

As an expat American living abroad I am always on the lookout for meatloaf recipes and of the few that I have tried, this is by far the best. The loaf...
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Best new potatoes reviewed by redjanet

From: Jamie's Ministry of Food: Anyone Can Learn to Cook in 24 Hours (reviewed 10th April 2011)

A quick easy way to prepare new potatoes. The addition of lemon, mint and butter adds terrific flavour and this is a great side dish for most chicken,...
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Classic Choc Chip Cookies reviewed by joeljkp

From: Easy Comfort Food: Simple Recipes for Feel-good Favorites (reviewed 10th April 2011)

The picture doesn't look very appetizing unfortunately, but the cookies themselves were. They turned out not as overwhelmingly sweet as others I've made,...
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Coconut Prawn Skewers / Kokos-Garnelen-Spieße reviewed by friederike

From: 100 Grillrezepte (reviewed 10th April 2011)

Really delicious! They were crisp and had this very fine taste of coconut, strong enough to taste it but not too strong to overpower the prawns. Next time...
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Fudgy Meringue Cookies reviewed by lemonadesandwich

From: Bon Appetit (reviewed 11th April 2011)

These are fudgy and excellent cookies. No flour in these and not too bad for those on a diet. Not too hard with the KitchenAid to whip those egg whites....
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Quick Cowboy Beans reviewed by southerncooker

From: Mexican Everyday (Recipes Featured on Season 4 of the PBS-TV series "Mexico One Plate at a Time") (reviewed 11th April 2011)

These were delicious. Loaded with flavor and a hint of heat from the pickled jalapeño peppers. I used home cooked pintos and fire roasted tomatoes. My...
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Udon Noodle and Miso Soup with Shiitake Mushrooms reviewed by bhnyc

From: How to Cook Everything (Completely Revised 10th Anniversary Edition): 2,000 Simple Recipes for Great Food (reviewed 11th April 2011)

I loved this soup! First you have to make the Dashi and then you add miso paste (I used white miso) to it. That's all it takes to make the broth. I couldn't...
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Grilled Chicken Thighs with Tangy Yucatecan Spices, Seasonal Vegetables and Roasted Fresh Chile Salsa reviewed by southerncooker

From: Mexican Everyday (Recipes Featured on Season 4 of the PBS-TV series "Mexico One Plate at a Time") (reviewed 11th April 2011)

This was delicious. I did omit the cloves and only used half of the cinnamon called for. The asparagus was great with the marinade which was turned into...
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Hash Browns reviewed by southerncooker

From: Clinton St. Baking Company Cookbook: Breakfast, Brunch & Beyond from New York's Favorite Neighborhood Restaurant (reviewed 11th April 2011)

This recipe uses an interesting technique for making hash browns. You bake the potatoes first then push them through a screen or cooling rack so you'll...
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Tomato Jam reviewed by southerncooker

From: Clinton St. Baking Company Cookbook: Breakfast, Brunch & Beyond from New York's Favorite Neighborhood Restaurant (reviewed 11th April 2011)

Even though it's called tomato jam the author says it's like a fancy ketchup. I made a half recipe since I want to try the Buttermilk Biscuit Sandwiches...
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Red Wine Cooler reviewed by sturlington

From: Authentic Mexican 20th Anniversary Ed: Regional Cooking from the Heart of Mexico (reviewed 11th April 2011)

This sangria is too yummy--I ended up drinking way too much. It works well with cheaper wine. I recommend adding a mixture of citrus fruit juices.
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Melted Cheese with Roasted Peppers and Chorizo reviewed by sturlington

From: Authentic Mexican 20th Anniversary Ed: Regional Cooking from the Heart of Mexico (reviewed 11th April 2011)

I could not stop eating this, that's how yummy it was. I added some tomatoes and scallions in addition to the chiles and chorizo. The cheese did not stay...
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Smoky Kale Chips reviewed by southerncooker

From: Food Network (reviewed 12th April 2011)

I had a bag of kale my cousin gave me and needed to do something with it. I saw this recipe and decided to give it a try. It's quick and easy and very...
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Almost Famous Rosemary Bread reviewed by southerncooker

From: Food Network (reviewed 12th April 2011)

I've never eaten at the Macaroni Grill but I've heard good things about it. This is Food Network Magazine's version of that bread. It's sure good. My daughter...
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Couscous with Pine Nuts reviewed by bhnyc

From: Barefoot Contessa at Home: Everyday Recipes You'll Make Over and Over Again (reviewed 12th April 2011)

This is easy and delicious. Serve it with the lamb kebabs.
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Spring Lentil Soup reviewed by JustLaura

From: Great Good Food: Luscious Lower-Fat Cooking (reviewed 13th April 2011)

This is a wonderful soup and as the name implies - perfect for spring. The cilantro and lime give it a fresh taste that is just perfect. I would put...
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Lenox Almond Biscotti reviewed by carpecookie

From: Baking: From My Home to Yours (reviewed 13th April 2011)

The best biscotti recipe I've ever had. Unlike "traditional" or "purist" biscotti, which have no fat in them except for what is found in the egg yolks,...
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Green Bean Salad with Pickled Red Onions and Fried Almonds reviewed by aj12754

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 14th April 2011)

This was just delicious. You need about an hour's lead time to let the onions pickle. I used the thin haricots verts and followed by the ice bath option...
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Penne a la Vodka reviewed by aj12754

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 14th April 2011)

This recipe is a Smitten Kitchen adaptation of a Rachael Ray recipe. I know there are folks out there who are not RR fans -- but the girl knows pasta....
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Steakhouse Steaks reviewed by auntandiz

From: Barefoot Contessa How Easy Is That?: Fabulous Recipes & Easy Tips (reviewed 14th April 2011)

These were by far the best steaks I've ever made. I'm sure it's partly because we splurged and bought very good, fresh cut filets rather than cheaper...
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Quick seafood linguine reviewed by redjanet

From: Ocado (reviewed 14th April 2011)

This is a quick and easy, but also elegant way to serve pasta mid-week. The lemon and parsley gives the dish a fresh flavour and using half fat creme fraiche...
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Spaghetti with Olives, Capers, and Anchovies reviewed by kaye16

From: Giuliano Hazan's Thirty Minute Pasta: 100 Quick and Easy Recipes (reviewed 14th April 2011)

Simple, fast, and good, can't beat that. If you think you don't like anchovies, use four instead of six for a whole recipe. But don't skip trying the recipe....
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Salt-crusted Fish reviewed by aj12754

From: Fine Cooking (reviewed 15th April 2011)

This was another team project and the results were just great. The recipe directions (which are part of a larger article on learning the technique of making...
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Lemon Chicken Breasts reviewed by auntandiz

From: Barefoot Contessa How Easy Is That?: Fabulous Recipes & Easy Tips (reviewed 15th April 2011)

My husband and I really liked this recipe. I think better than the previous reviewer. I used bone-in, skin-on chicken, maybe that was the difference?...
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Couscous with Toasted Pine Nuts reviewed by auntandiz

From: Barefoot Contessa How Easy Is That?: Fabulous Recipes & Easy Tips (reviewed 15th April 2011)

We love this couscous! Ina comments in the cookbook that if you can boil water you can make this couscous. She's absolutely right. And, as the cookbook...
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Beluga Lentil Crostini reviewed by Astrid5555

From: Super Natural Cooking: Five Delicious Ways to Incorporate Whole and Natural Foods into Your Cooking (reviewed 15th April 2011)

I made these as part of a crostini combination and they were a winner! Even though easy and quick to make (just prepare everything a day ahead and assemble...
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Roasted Tomato and Paprika Soup reviewed by Astrid5555

From: Super Natural Cooking: Five Delicious Ways to Incorporate Whole and Natural Foods into Your Cooking (reviewed 15th April 2011)

Unlike any other tomato soup you have ever tried. Just let the vegetables bake in the oven and soon you will have a hearty satisfying soup you want to...
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l'orange reviewed by carpecookie

From: Pure Chocolate: Divine Desserts and Sweets from the Creator of Fran's Chocolates (reviewed 15th April 2011)

I have been making this torte since I bought the book in 2005. It was the first recipe I tried from this fantastic book- since it said it was recommended...
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Brown Butter-Crispy Rice Treats reviewed by carpecookie

From: Flour: Spectacular Recipes from Boston's Flour Bakery + Cafe (reviewed 15th April 2011)

The best "crispy rice treat" recipe I've made. The flavour of the browned butter (with vanilla bean seeds) really brings this humble childhood treat to...
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White coconut cake with coconut frosting reviewed by carpecookie

From: Flour: Spectacular Recipes from Boston's Flour Bakery + Cafe (reviewed 15th April 2011)

Nice crumb on the cake texture, and the frosting is not overly sweet. The directions are very detailed to ensure your success. The only change I made was...
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mushroom and farro soup reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 16th April 2011)

Such a wonderflul deep complex broth. And the two types of mushrooms (dried and fresh) give a great texture. The farro is very pretty - light dots among...
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Jacked-up Banana Bread reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 16th April 2011)

Intense banana goodness! This recipe calls for 1/3C butter and 1 egg - when most banana bread recipes seem to call for 1/2 C butter and 2 eggs. But you...
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Crisp Black Bean Tacos with Feta and Slaw reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 16th April 2011)

This was so quick to whip up, it made an excellent meal on a night when you do not think you have time to cook. The critical part is taking the time to...
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Apple and Cheddar Scones reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 16th April 2011)

I was looking for something special to whip up for breakfast. This looked a little intensive, but encouraged by AHJ12475’s review I plunged in. Without...
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Harissa Ravioli reviewed by lkloda

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 16th April 2011)

salted brown butter crispy treats reviewed by sherrib

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 16th April 2011)

I made these using cornflakes instead of rice cereal and a little green food coloring to make greenery for my son's dinosaur-themed birthday cake. Divine!...
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Hog Island Grilled Cheese reviewed by southerncooker

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 16th April 2011)

We really liked the flavors of the cheeses I chose (a good Swiss, sharp cheddar, and Havarti) on the sourdough bread. I omitted the fromage blanc because...
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Eggplant Salad Toasts reviewed by leene101

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 16th April 2011)

This salad was very easy to make. I had all the ingredients on hand. It went together very well. I put it on top of hot pasta.I used it with green salad....
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Chocolate Whiskey and Beer Cupcakes reviewed by sherrib

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 17th April 2011)

Made these for my birthday and they were amazing! Very moist, great texture, and the ganache takes them over the top. I'm not a fan of whiskey so I left...
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S'more Pie reviewed by sherrib

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 17th April 2011)

When Pi(e) Day 2011 rolled around, I found exactly what I was in the mood for with this recipe. The filling walked the fine line between silky custard...
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Sweet Corn Spoonbread reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 19th April 2011)

The fresh sweet corn flavor really predominates this creamy spoon bread. If you like creamed corn (which I hate), this dish will probably make you swoon....
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Tomato Sauce with Onion and Butter reviewed by cesmith

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 17th April 2011)

I love this recipe! it really could not be easier--you don't even have to chop the onion--and it produces a delicious sauce.
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Hummus reviewed by Barbara

From: Jane Brody's Good Food Book (reviewed 17th April 2011)

This is an excellent recipe for a Middle Eastern classic, despite having the non-standard tablespoon of soy sauce, which gives it a dark undertone that...
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Puréed Peanut Butter and Vegetable Soup reviewed by Barbara

From: Jane Brody's Good Food Book (reviewed 17th April 2011)

This recipe produces a wonderfully satisfying, rich soup that I often eat for lunch. I normally use a whole serrano chili instead of the 1/4 tsp cayenne...
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Italian Fish Soup reviewed by Barbara

From: Jane Brody's Good Food Book (reviewed 17th April 2011)

I have served this a number of times as an elegant lunch or a substantial first course at a dinner party. It is colorful, light, and delicious. The recipe...
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Mustard pork chops reviewed by redjanet

From: Nigella Express: Good Food, Fast (reviewed 17th April 2011)

This was the first recipe I ever made from this book and it was a great introduction. It is very easy, especially with the gnocchi as a side dish. The...
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My Favorite Lentil Soup reviewed by Barbara

From: Jane Brody's Good Food Book (reviewed 17th April 2011)

Mine too. This may be my favourite all-time soup. It is easy to make and absolutely delicious. My mother always makes this soup with red lentils, but they...
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Roast poussin and sweet potatoes reviewed by redjanet

From: Nigella Express: Good Food, Fast (reviewed 17th April 2011)

The preparation for this dish couldn't be simpler and the results are really delicious. Unlike in the photo in the book, I roasted the sweet potatoes and...
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Breakfast Bars reviewed by redjanet

From: Nigella Express: Good Food, Fast (reviewed 17th April 2011)

These are easy to make and come out chewy and delicious. The last time I made them I stored them in the "throwaway" foil tin I baked them in, a la Nigella,...
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Rocky road crunch bars reviewed by redjanet

From: Nigella Express: Good Food, Fast (reviewed 17th April 2011)

This is a fun dessert to make and bring to parties. It is rich and very filling and it's really delicious. I didn't bother adding the icing sugar to the...
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Jacked-up Banana Bread reviewed by Barbara

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 17th April 2011)

For years, my favourite Banana Bread recipe came from Joy of Cooking, but since Deb produced this one, it has become my standard. Not only are the spices...
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Braised Leeks reviewed by Barbara

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 17th April 2011)

I can't remember if I've ever cooked the whole recipe of chicken thighs and braised leeks, but I've taken Deb's advice and cooked the braised leeks on...
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Pistachio-Chai Muffins reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cooking Light (reviewed 17th April 2011)

These were easy to mix up and moist and delicious. Not overly sweet but very satisfying. I did omit the pistachios since I didn't have any on hand. They...
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My Favourite Lentil Soup reviewed by Barbara

From: Jane Brody's Good Food Book: Living the High-Carbohydrate Way (reviewed 17th April 2011)

Mine too. This may be my favourite all-time soup. It is easy to make and absolutely delicious. My mother always makes this soup with red lentils, but they...
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Hummus reviewed by Barbara

From: Jane Brody's Good Food Book: Living the High-Carbohydrate Way (reviewed 17th April 2011)

This is an excellent recipe for a Middle Eastern classic, despite having the non-standard tablespoon of soy sauce, which gives it a dark undertone that...
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Puréed Peanut Butter and Vegetable Soup reviewed by Barbara

From: Jane Brody's Good Food Book: Living the High-Carbohydrate Way (reviewed 17th April 2011)

This recipe produces a wonderfully satisfying, rich soup that I often eat for lunch. I normally use a whole serrano chili instead of the 1/4 tsp cayenne...
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Multigrain Pancakes reviewed by Astrid5555

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 17th April 2011)

My children declared these to be the best pancakes ever, and we have already tried our share. They are really light and fluffy with a nice tang from the...
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Cucumber Salad / Gurkensalat mit würziger Marinade (凉柈黄瓜, liáng pán huáng guā) reviewed by friederike

From: Die chinesische Küche (reviewed 17th April 2011)

Nearly identical to the Spicy Cucumber Salad from BBC Good Food: 101 Healthy Eats I made last week; this salad was nicer though. The version in 101 Healthy...
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Arroz Con Leche reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 17th April 2011)

This is a rice pudding unlike any I've ever made before. It took me quite a bit longer than suggested in the recipe. The two cooking stages (first...
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Kale Salad reviewed by lkloda

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 18th April 2011)

Pink Grapefruit Margaritas reviewed by aj12754

From: Barefoot Contessa How Easy Is That?: Fabulous Recipes & Easy Tips (reviewed 18th April 2011)

Although my grapefruit were a little less sweet than I'd hoped, this still made a very nice margarita, Like bhnyc, I chose to serve the drink over ice...
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Pork Loin Chops with Roasted Rhubarb reviewed by friederike

From: Essentials of Roasting: Recipes and Techniques for Delicious Oven-Cooked Meals (Williams-Sonoma Essentials) (reviewed 18th April 2011)

A very nice dish! Absolutely recommended! We reduced the cooking time of the rhubarb by approximately 10 minutes (too impatient), and because our pork...
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Stewed Lentils and Tomatoes reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 18th April 2011)

The first bite was so sweet in a great onion way. The dish was savory and the large amount of curry powder did not dominate. Cooking the lentils with...
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Black Pepper Tempeh reviewed by andrew

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 19th April 2011)

I was very pleasantly surprised by this recipe. Not that I didn't expect it to be tasty, but it was almost completely different tasting than I'd expected...
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Chocolate Whiskey and Beer Cupcakes reviewed by magda33

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 19th April 2011)

I have made these several times, and the only thing I can say is to use the best, and darkest cocoa powder you can find. Otherwise they don't come out...
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Chicken Stroganoff reviewed by sturlington

From: The Big Book of Chicken: (Chronicle Books)) (reviewed 19th April 2011)

Delicious and easy to make. I even omitted the sour cream and it was still very good. Would make again.
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Spanish chicken with chorizo and potatoes reviewed by redjanet

From: Kitchen: Recipes from the Heart of the Home (reviewed 19th April 2011)

This is a good, easy recipe for entertaining as it only takes a few minutes to actually assemble and then stays in the oven for an hour. The red onion,...
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Coconut Macaroons reviewed by bhnyc

From: Barefoot Contessa Family Style: Easy Ideas and Recipes That Make Everyone Feel Like Family (reviewed 19th April 2011)

These are delicious but very sweet. I tend to make them much smaller than the suggested size because of this. I don't like that liquid pools around the...
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Baked Avocadoes reviewed by moomin_mama

From: The Best Ever Vegetarian Cookbook (Best Ever Cooks Collection) (reviewed 20th April 2011)

Oven-baked avocadoes stuffed with tomato sauce and topped with cheese. Never knew you could cook avocadoes like this but it really works, they are gorgeous....
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