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Couscous Tabouleh reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Mediterranean Harvest: Vegetarian Recipes from the World's Healthiest Cuisine (reviewed 25th September 2012)

An explosion of flavors! A great way to use some of that tomato excess. When I was in Cypress there was a dish that drove me crazy. It sort of looked like...
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Warm Cajeta Pudding with Fresh Berries reviewed by Zosia

From: Rick Bayless's Mexican Kitchen: Capturing the Vibrant flavors of a World-Class Cuisine (reviewed 25th September 2012)

This has to be one of the most heavenly “bread” puddings I have ever had……airy sponge cake, soaked in a rich cajeta-flavoured custard, layered...
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Lemon Steamed Pudding reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 26th September 2012)

A light lemon dessert - selected to help me use up the buttermilk in my refrigerator. Fairly healthy - no cream, no butter! A large dose of lemon zest...
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Soft Tacos with Chicken and Tomato-Corn Salsa reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Very Best Of Recipes for Health: 250 Recipes and More from the Popular Feature on NYTimes.com (reviewed 26th September 2012)

The salsa for these tacos is the star of this recipe. A delightful fresh salsa, it is prepared with tomatoes, corn, cilantro, onion, jalapeno, and lime...
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Seared Cowboy Steaks with Guinness Sauce reviewed by southerncooker

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 26th September 2012)

My son-in-law and I really loved this. I had trouble finding bone-in rib eyes cut the way the recipe suggested, so I went to a local slaughterhouse. Even...
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Asian Almonds reviewed by southerncooker

From: Pretty Delicious: Lean and Lovely Recipes for a Healthy, Happy New You (reviewed 26th September 2012)

These are highly addictive. We loved them and couldn't stop eating them once they cooled enough to pop in your mouth. We're lucky we had enough to put...
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Yeasted Indian Flatbread (Naan) reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Great Breads: Home-Baked Favorites from Europe, the British Isles & North America (reviewed 27th September 2012)

This made a delicious whole wheat naan. There is a lot of last minute activity so this wasn’t good timing to try to make it just in time for dinner (if...
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Sesame Coconut Bars reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 27th September 2012)

Martha Rose Shulman adapted this recipe from one published in "Diet for a Small Planet" - a book that led me to be vegetarian for more than a decade. ...
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Simmered Black Beans reviewed by Zosia

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 27th September 2012)

These are as tasty as the previous reviewers have noted. As a testament to their deliciousness, my vegetarian daughter ate and enjoyed a bowl of them,...
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Soft Tacos with Mushrooms, Onion, and Chipotle Chile reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Very Best Of Recipes for Health: 250 Recipes and More from the Popular Feature on NYTimes.com (reviewed 27th September 2012)

Such a simple and easy supper. I actually don't have this book but I found the recipe online at the NY Times website. I'm going to hopefully add the link...
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instant naan reviewed by soupereasy

From: I [Symbol of a Heart] Curry: The Best Indian Curries You'll Ever Cook (reviewed 28th September 2012)

As a first time making naan, this was a revelation! All pantry items, comes together in minutes and cooks in less than 5 minutes. The dough was very easy...
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Dairy-Free Lemon Cremes with Oat-Thyme Crumble reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Sprouted Kitchen: A Tastier Take on Whole Foods (reviewed 28th September 2012)

Two recipes in one! A creamy lemon pudding, and a totally indulgent oat crumble topping! The pudding itself warranted a 4 - 4 1/2 - it is a silken tofu...
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Vanilla Ice Cream reviewed by friederike

From: The Perfect Scoop: Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, and Sweet Accessories (reviewed 29th September 2012)

Really delicious ice cream that makes you wonder how you can ever enjoy that bland, commercial ice cream ever again. Be careful, though, it's very rich...
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Scallops with Ginger Sauce reviewed by friederike

From: Flavour First (reviewed 29th September 2012)

Restaurant quality, absolutely! The scallops were very tender, cooked just right (which was very easy to achieve!), and the sauce was just delicious! The...
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Chocolate Banana Cookies reviewed by Cooksbakesbooks

From: Homemade Cookies (reviewed 29th September 2012)

These rate 5 stars, easily. They are soft and smooth, and well-flavored, not too intense, and not too delicate in their taste. The banana flavor is slight,...
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Oven Fries reviewed by southerncooker

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 29th September 2012)

The key to these crispy oven baked fries is to have your oven at 500 and preheat it and the pan you're going to put the potato wedges on while you prep...
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Saffron Rice reviewed by Zosia

From: Ad Hoc at Home (reviewed 29th September 2012)

This is a pretty golden rice flavoured with saffron, sautéed onion and the stock it’s cooked in. The cooking method used is a cross between making...
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Lentil Soup With Chipotles reviewed by southerncooker

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 29th September 2012)

This is the perfect soup for a rainy day. I like the spice from the chipotles. I didn't bother rinsing them before slicing as I didn't want to loose any...
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Noodle Kugel reviewed by snoopy

From: The Uncheese Cookbook: Creating Amazing Dairy-Free Cheese Substitutes and Classic "Uncheese" Dishes (reviewed 30th September 2012)

Mr. Snoopy and I both rated this one as "excellent." I used full-fat vegan mayonnaise; this is not a lowfat dish -- just classic comfort food. I served...
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Fettuccine Alfonso reviewed by snoopy

From: The Uncheese Cookbook: Creating Amazing Dairy-Free Cheese Substitutes and Classic "Uncheese" Dishes (reviewed 30th September 2012)

This lowfat fettuccine alfredo uses frozen corn (among other ingredients) to make a sweet, creamy sauce. Mr. Snoopy says it's not quite like the classic,...
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Betta Feta reviewed by snoopy

From: The Uncheese Cookbook: Creating Amazing Dairy-Free Cheese Substitutes and Classic "Uncheese" Dishes (reviewed 30th September 2012)

Small tofu cubes are simmered in a savory broth and then marinated. This recipe takes some time but works very well as a substitute for dairy feta. As...
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Hot Parmesan Artichoke Dip reviewed by snoopy

From: The Uncheese Cookbook: Creating Amazing Dairy-Free Cheese Substitutes and Classic "Uncheese" Dishes (reviewed 30th September 2012)

I have made this a number of times for parties with non-vegans, and it has always been gobbled up. Mr. Snoopy and I like the variation of spreading it...
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Spiced Pumpkin Oatmeal reviewed by snoopy

From: The Get Healthy, Go Vegan Cookbook: 125 Easy and Delicious Recipes to Jump-Start Weight Loss and Help You Feel Great (reviewed 30th September 2012)

I find that my day is just better when I have oatmeal for breakfast. Plain steel cut oats cooked in the pressure cooker is what I have most days. This...
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French Yogurt Cake reviewed by soupereasy

From: Bon Appetit May 2012 (reviewed 30th September 2012)

A lovely moist pound type cake. Lovely with a cup of tea or with a little sherry after dinner. Beautiful crumb and a sprightly hint of lemon. Uses oil...
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Tecate Bread reviewed by gatherings

From: Golden Door Cooks at Home: Favorite Recipes from the Celebrated Spa (reviewed 30th September 2012)

Great bread,wonderful dough to work with,rises quickly.Nice bread for everyday.
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Cottage Griddle Cakes reviewed by gatherings

From: Golden Door Cooks at Home: Favorite Recipes from the Celebrated Spa (reviewed 30th September 2012)

Grilled Rosemary Garlic Bread reviewed by sturlington

From: High Flavor, Low Labor: Reinventing Weeknight Cooking (reviewed 30th September 2012)

This was very good garlic bread, and easy to do. The recipe specifies one piece per serving, but it is so tasty that it is easy to overeat.
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Spinach with Poached Eggs and Bacon reviewed by sturlington

From: Real Fast Food (reviewed 30th September 2012)

I really love this simple salad, which can also be done with mixed greens.
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Zucchini Rice Gratin reviewed by lkloda

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 1st October 2012)

Indonesian-Style Chicken Salad reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Very Best Of Recipes for Health: 250 Recipes and More from the Popular Feature on NYTimes.com (reviewed 1st October 2012)

Crunchy, and with a whole spectrum of flavors. This was a salad to savor and its a recipe I will definitely try again. The salad includes shredded chicken,...
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Pot Roast of Beef Braised in Red Wine reviewed by Zosia

From: Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking (reviewed 1st October 2012)

Well, this should teach me to read the recipe all the way through before starting it! It seemed to be a standard braised beef that started with browning...
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Cooked Grains Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette reviewed by bab56

From: The Very Best Of Recipes for Health: 250 Recipes and More from the Popular Feature on NYTimes.com (reviewed 2nd October 2012)

I loved this recipe! I found it on the NYTimes.com site. I am not sure if it is in one of Martha Rose Shulman's books but glad I found it on the site....
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Prosciutto Arugula Pizza reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Blind Cook (reviewed 2nd October 2012)

An amazing flavor combination! This recipe comes from the winner of Masterchef 2012, Christine. My son's 17th birthday dinner request was this recipe....
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Farro with Acorn Squash and Kale reviewed by Zosia

From: Epicurious (reviewed 2nd October 2012)

This is a delicious grain dish, prepared risotto-style, that’s a wonderful showcase for some fall/winter vegetables. As is often the case with risotto,...
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Cuban Grilled Pork reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Latin Grilling: Recipes to Share, from Patagonian Asado to Yucatecan Barbecue and More (reviewed 3rd October 2012)

Moist and very flavorful! We used this recipe to cook a pork loin roast on the charcoal grill. The meat is marinaded with a citrus-garlic mix. My husband...
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Olive Oil Bread reviewed by JamieK

From: Falling Cloudberries: A World of Family Recipes (reviewed 3rd October 2012)

Weeknight Chicken Cacciatore reviewed by GigiS

From: Cook's Country (reviewed 4th October 2012)

Delicious! I used regular mushrooms as portobellos were spendy for a weeknight meal. I used 6 boneless/skinless chicken breasts, 1 1/2 pounds of button...
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Goat Cheese Souffle with Thyme reviewed by Cooksbakesbooks

From: Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone (reviewed 13th October 2012)

The side bar to this recipe starts, "Of all souffles, this is my favorite." This may be my favorite, also. It has a great tangy, goat cheese flavor that...
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Corn and Mushroom Ragout with Sage and Roasted Garlic reviewed by Cooksbakesbooks

From: Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone (reviewed 13th October 2012)

Truly exquisite flavor, gorgeous to look at, all around fantastic. I used very fresh shiitakes and corn from the cob. This recipe employs a somewhat fussy...
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Salty Sesame and Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: joy the baker (reviewed 6th October 2012)

Winter 2013 update: This is now our favorite chocolate chip cookie. I just have to accept that cookies have a lot of butter. the soy sauce gives these...
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Garlic-Basil Shrimp reviewed by southerncooker

From: So Easy: Luscious, Healthy Recipes for Every Meal of the Week (reviewed 7th October 2012)

Daughter and I loved this one but hubby though just ok. We loved that it was served over orzo. This is very quick to make. Peeling the shrimp was the most...
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Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes reviewed by Zosia

From: Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone (reviewed 12th October 2012)

This is an excellent method of preparing broccoli rabe that ensures a bright green, tender-crisp vegetable that retains just enough of its bitterness to...
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Oven Fries reviewed by kateq

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 12th October 2012)

This technique is brilliant! How simple to start the fries on a truly hot pan in a truly hot oven--but what a difference it makes. Instead of a whole...
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Macaroni with Tomato Sauce and Goat Cheese reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Mediterranean Harvest: Vegetarian Recipes from the World's Healthiest Cuisine (reviewed 16th October 2012)

Surprisingly light and flavorful! We used some of our last garden tomatoes to prepare the sauce. Blanched to remove the peels instead of running through...
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Sweet and Pungent Apple and Cabbage Slaw reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 16th October 2012)

Amazing! Crunchy, great depth of flavor, and a perfect slaw dressing! I was really nervous about this recipe - it includes 6 radishes, as well as celery,...
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Pumpkin Pie Pancakes with Apple Butter reviewed by southerncooker

From: Pretty Delicious: Lean and Lovely Recipes for a Healthy, Happy New You (reviewed 16th October 2012)

These were wonderful. They are loaded with all the flavors of pumpkin pie and scream fall is here. The apple butter was easy to make using unsweetened...
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Sloppy Potatoes reviewed by southerncooker

From: Rachael Ray Show (reviewed 16th October 2012)

I made these for my daughter and I. We loved them.. Turkey sloppy Joes over baked sweet potatoes with toppings of chopped pickle, green onions and cheddar...
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Pesto reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cooking as a Meditation (reviewed 16th October 2012)

I needed to use up the last of my basil so I decided to make this pesto. I didn't have quiet enough pine nuts so I added a few almonds and walnuts to make...
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Chicken Breasts with Parmesan Pesto reviewed by southerncooker

From: Cooking as a Meditation (reviewed 16th October 2012)

These were easy to cook but a bit hard to get rolled up. This may have been my fault. I did pound the breasts before spreading on the pesto. I didn't have...
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Winter Squash Gratin reviewed by kateq

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 16th October 2012)

This is delicious--but I don't know whether to categorize it as a side or an entree or a breakfast/brunch dish. It's a cross between a souffle and a frittata,...
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Huevos Motulenos reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Very Best Of Recipes for Health: 250 Recipes and More from the Popular Feature on NYTimes.com (reviewed 16th October 2012)

This is Huevos Rancheros with a layer of black beans between the corn tortilla and the egg. It brings back great memories of being in Cancun 25 years ago...
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Basic Bulgur reviewed by snoopy

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

This uses the glass casserole technique. I was very happy with the result. The bulgar came out fluffy and well-cooked but still chewy. I added some...
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Alabama Muffin Biscuits reviewed by southerncooker

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 17th October 2012)

This recipe is a keeper for me. Rarely do I make a recipe that hubby, son, and I all love, but this was one. None of us usually care for biscuits with...
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Curried Cauliflower Soup reviewed by kateq

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 17th October 2012)

This soup is so good that it's converted two determined cauliflower haters (not me--I love the stuff). Depending on one's taste, it can be made spicier...
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Bruschetta with White Bean Puree reviewed by kateq

From: The Very Best Of Recipes for Health: 250 Recipes and More from the Popular Feature on NYTimes.com (reviewed 17th October 2012)

I think of this as white hummus. I add salt but otherwise follow the recipe (if you use canned beans, you may not need the salt). It's a great blank...
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Roasted Butternut Squash with Burnt Aubergine and Pomegranate Molasses reviewed by friederike

From: Ottolenghi: The Cookbook (reviewed 18th October 2012)

This was really delicious! The burnt aubergine was the key ingredient, don't omit or substitute it, even if burning the aubergine seems tiresome! I also...
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Spicy Braised Sweet Potatoes reviewed by southerncooker

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 20th October 2012)

My son and I recently visited a local farm and purchased a bushel and a half of sweet potatoes at a very good price. Even after sharing some with my MIL,...
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Rainbow Chard with Garlic and Ginger reviewed by Zosia

From: The Very Best Of Recipes for Health: 250 Recipes and More from the Popular Feature on NYTimes.com (reviewed 20th October 2012)

This is an excellent way to prepare chard, not only because the Asian flavourings complement the vegetable so well, but because the cooking method addresses...
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Bloody Mary Mussels / Bloody Mary Mosselen reviewed by friederike

From: AH (reviewed 20th October 2012)

Excellent, excellent! Of course I've already confessed earlier that I haven't yet come across a mussel recipe that wasn't pleasant, but this was really...
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swedish ginger cookies reviewed by kerrlm

From: The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century (reviewed 21st October 2012)

Never thought I would use bacon fat as an ingredient, but these cookies are terrific. I rolled the dough in two logs, chilled, cut thin slices. worked...
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Strawberry Purée and Sauce reviewed by Zosia

From: The Cake Bible (reviewed 21st October 2012)

This delicious purée/sauce really captures the essence of the summer fruit more so than any other recipe I’ve tried. The method is a little more complicated...
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Fruit Cloud Cream reviewed by Zosia

From: The Cake Bible (reviewed 21st October 2012)

Airy mounds of whipped cream that taste of fresh summer fruit. This is simply whipped cream flavoured with sweetened fruit purée and stabilized with...
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Génoise au Chocolat reviewed by Zosia

From: The Cake Bible (reviewed 21st October 2012)

Génoise cakes are the bane of my existence. I haven’t made too many attempts at this type of cake as my results have been hit and miss. Fortunately...
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Strawberry Maria reviewed by Zosia

From: The Cake Bible (reviewed 21st October 2012)

Moist chocolate cake with ethereal strawberry cream – the perfect birthday cake for my mother. The components of the cake have been reviewed separately...
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Baked Apples with Ginger and Raisins reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Best Vegetarian Recipes: From Greens to Grains, from Soups to Salads: 200 Bold Flavored Recipes (reviewed 22nd October 2012)

A fabulous grown-up version of baked apples. Apples are half peeled, cored, and stuffed with a mixture of lemon, lemon zest, ginger, raisins, and dark...
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Grießbrei (German Semolina Pudding) reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Food.com (reviewed 22nd October 2012)

For a month, my daughter has been remembering the Cream of Wheat she was served in a German school when she was in 2nd grade. She asked me to recreate...
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Moroccan-Style Lentil and Chickpea Soup reviewed by kfranzetta

From: Fresh from the Vegetarian Slow Cooker: 200 Recipes for Healthy and Hearty One-Pot Meals That Are Ready When You Are (reviewed 22nd October 2012)

This is a fantastic lentil soup recipe. It is so easy, and the spices come together so nicely. Definitely use harissa as it adds a nice kick. I served...
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Baked Spiced Aromatic Plums reviewed by Sovay

From: How to Eat: Pleasures and Principles of Good Food (Cookery) (reviewed 22nd October 2012)

This is the recipe I most often cook from this book, and is basically Plums in Mulled Wine. It makes a good alternative to Christmas Pudding as it has...
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Easy Holiday Trifle reviewed by Sovay

From: Feast: Food that Celebrates Life (reviewed 22nd October 2012)

Expensive but divine - a kind of Middle Eastern trifle. My family were dubious at first due to the absence of custard but soon changed their minds. I...
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Pan-fried onion dip reviewed by cadfael

From: The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook (reviewed 23rd October 2012)

I make this a lot for the onion dip lovers in the family Never disappoints. For the non-onion lovers her roasted tomato dip is the ticket. So I usually...
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Sun-Dried Tomato Dip reviewed by cadfael

From: The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook (reviewed 23rd October 2012)

I make this quite a lot and the family loves it.
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Double Broccoli Quinoa reviewed by Kestrel

From: 101 Cookbooks (reviewed 25th October 2012)

Loved this! I don't usually make things with raw garlic, but this was a good use for it. Easy to make, and keeps well in the fridge. The leftovers made...
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Black Bean Chili reviewed by Zosia

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 25th October 2012)

Fantastic chili…….the carnivores in the family didn’t even notice the absence of meat! It starts with the very flavourful simmered black beans that...
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Escargot Puffs reviewed by Queezle_Sister

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

My 17 yr old son needed a French Cultural project for school, and lucky us - he wanted to cook! When he decided to try this recipe, I was a bit worried....
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Lemon cornmeal Scones with dried Cherries reviewed by ruth3ch

From: How to Bake: Complete Guide to Perfect Cakes, Cookies, Pies, Tarts, Breads, Pizzas, Muffins, (reviewed 26th October 2012)

I have made these scones at least 3 times. However, I did make several changes. First, I baked the scones at 400F, not 450F, because I was scared that...
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Arugula, Pear and Walnut Salad reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Best Vegetarian Recipes: From Greens to Grains, from Soups to Salads: 200 Bold Flavored Recipes (reviewed 27th October 2012)

Spectacular! This salad not only looked attractive, but each individual ingredient both stood out and complemented the other ingredients perfectly. I...
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Rich Cocoa Brownies reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Absolutely Chocolate: Irresistible Excuses to Indulge (reviewed 27th October 2012)

Great chocolate flavor, definite butter flavor, and a very soft tender texture. These are prepared by melting butter, adding cocoa, and when cool, mixing...
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Chewy Hermit Bars reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Better homes and gardens homemade cookies cook book (reviewed 27th October 2012)

So delicious, they are dangerous. This recipe in the book is a little odd as it is Just two paragraphs at the bottom of a page without a separate list...
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Buttermilk Brownies reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Better homes and gardens homemade cookies cook book (reviewed 27th October 2012)

These economical brownies only use cocoa powder, but have very intense chocolate flavor and appetizing dark color. The half a cup of chopped nuts are sprinkled...
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Congo Bars reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook (reviewed 27th October 2012)

These are based on a blonde brownie recipe that contains a substantial amount of butter and brown sugar. To make Congo bars you add carefully toasted unsweetened...
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Apple Thyme Grilled Pork Chops reviewed by Zosia

From: A Taste of Canada (reviewed 27th October 2012)

This recipe produced succulent pork chops with a sweet-tart glaze; the juicy apples with the smoky flavour were bonus. The marinade of apple and lemon...
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Sauteed Summer Squash with Red Bell Pepper reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Very Best Of Recipes for Health: 250 Recipes and More from the Popular Feature on NYTimes.com (reviewed 27th October 2012)

This did not seem so different from our usual sauteed summer squash recipe. I used half summer squash and half zucchini. But I like that the squash was...
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Butter Tarts in Phyllo reviewed by Zosia

From: A Taste of Canada (reviewed 27th October 2012)

Oh my, these were good! Sweet, gooey filling in a crispy pastry shell. The filling had the standard ingredients for butter tarts with pecans added, and...
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Lavender-Honey Ice Cream reviewed by friederike

From: The Perfect Scoop: Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, and Sweet Accessories (reviewed 28th October 2012)

I really, really loved this ice cream! My husband was less enthousiast - he thought the flavour of the lavender was too strong. He as a point, as we used...
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Fish Frittata reviewed by Sovay

From: The River Cottage Fish Book (reviewed 28th October 2012)

I made this with left-over baked mackerel (omitting the optional cheese) and it made an excellent one-pan meal.
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North African squash and chickpea stew reviewed by Sovay

From: River Cottage Veg Every Day! (River Cottage Every Day) (reviewed 28th October 2012)

I chopped the squash smaller than suggested to make a soup, since that's how the recipe started out according to Hugh F-W's notes. Very pleased with the...
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Herbed Popovers reviewed by SqueakyChu

From: The Old Farmer's Almanac Garden Fresh Cookbook (reviewed 28th October 2012)

This is an excellent recipe! These popovers are THE best!! They come out medium brown, crusty, and light as air. Just they way they are supposed to...
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Brazilian Black Bean Soup reviewed by SqueakyChu

From: The New Moosewood Cookbook (Mollie Katzen's Classic Cooking) (reviewed 28th October 2012)

This was easy to make and very tsaty. I used a 15 oz. can of (Goya) black beans (drained & saved) and a 28 oz. can (365) diced tomatoes (drained &...
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Slow Roasted Beef reviewed by foodiewife

From: The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook (reviewed 28th October 2012)

I made this recipe for roast beef sandwiches. I bought a quality grass-fed eye of round at Whole Foods (it's a splurge, I know). The roast turned out...
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Steak Diane reviewed by foodiewife

From: The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook (reviewed 28th October 2012)

I haven't made this recipe in a while, and not since I started food blogging. I absolutely must make it again. The sauce is divine! In fact, I freeze...
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Strawberry Cream Cake reviewed by foodiewife

From: The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook (reviewed 28th October 2012)

The sponge cake is really easy to make. The cream cheese and whipped cream frosting is velvety and outstanding. Every summer, when our locally grown organic...
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Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies reviewed by foodiewife

From: The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook (reviewed 28th October 2012)

Browned butter really brings out the notes of toffee in this cookie. It's easy to make. I used Heath toffee bits and milk chocolate chips. The cookies...
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Thick & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies reviewed by foodiewife

From: The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook (reviewed 28th October 2012)

I like this recipe a lot. Melting the butter makes this cookie batter a breeze to make. You just stir with a wooden spoon. I used M&M's instead of...
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Veggie Burgers reviewed by southerncooker

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 30th October 2012)

We were having a cookout and my daughter doesn’t eat red meat but adores veggie burgers so I decided to make these for her. I really enjoy mushroom and...
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Easy Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese Croutons reviewed by southerncooker

From: Food Network Magazine (reviewed 30th October 2012)

I loved Cat Cora's Tomato Soup and grilled cheese croutons so I knew I'd have to try Ina's as well. This recipe from Oct 2012 Food Network Magazine is...
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Basic Madeleines with Vanilla Bean reviewed by Zosia

From: We Love Madeleines (reviewed 30th October 2012)

The perfect Madeleine……fantastic flavour and lovely texture. This recipe calls for a low-gluten pastry flour that ensures a tender crumb, and requires...
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Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Cookies reviewed by southerncooker

From: Joy the Baker Cookbook: 100 Simple and Comforting Recipes (reviewed 30th October 2012)

WOW! I love these. They have just the right amount of spices to make these cookies scream fall. Love the combo of sweet potato and chocolate chips. I used...
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Braised Veal Shanks with Wild Mushrooms and Potatoes reviewed by Zosia

From: A Taste of Canada (reviewed 1st November 2012)

Really delicious braised veal shanks slowly simmered with chunky potatoes and vegetables in a rich wild mushroom sauce flavoured with rosemary and thyme. Though...
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Puréed Winter Squash Soup with Ginger reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Recipes for Health by Martha Rose Shulman (reviewed 2nd November 2012)

Clearly the best of the three Shulman squash soups that I've tried. The white bean squash soup had too little squash flavor, while the Provincal Winter...
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Chocolate Pecan Batons reviewed by Zosia

From: Chewy Gooey Crispy Crunchy Melt-In-Your-Mouth Cookies by Alice Medrich (reviewed 2nd November 2012)

I was looking for an easy but elegant cookie that included walnuts or pecans to serve with this maple mousse – Alice Medrich to the rescue! This recipe...
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