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Crisp Toasted Bagel, Fromage Blanc, Tomato, Sea Salt, and Basil reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Broad Fork: Recipes for the Wide World of Vegetables and Fruits (reviewed 20th July 2015)

This was amazing. Wonder why I never thought to add tomato to my bagel? Hubby and I loved this. I used bagel thins and I ate two and hubby three. I used...
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Meatloaf reviewed by southerncooker

From: Georgia Cooking in an Oklahoma Kitchen: Recipes from My Family to Yours (reviewed 20th July 2015)

I made this simple meatloaf for supper and it reminded me of the ones my Mom used to make. Not many ingredients but fantastic.
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Andrew Carmellini's Bow Tie Pasta with Tomato, Arugula, and Mozzarella reviewed by southerncooker

From: Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook: French-American Recipes for the Home Cook (reviewed 20th July 2015)

Daughter, son and I enjoyed this dish tremendously. Loved that both cooked and raw tomatoes were in this. I didn’t bother to peel the cherry tomatoes...
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Pate Sucree reviewed by innocentfront

From: Martha Stewart's New Pies and Tarts: 150 Recipes for Old-Fashioned and Modern Favourites (reviewed 21st July 2015)

Easy, soft and light texture. My favorite Pate Sucree recipe to date.
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Pan Bagna reviewed by kaye16

From: The Eating Well Rush Hour Cookbook: Healthy Meals for Busy Cooks (reviewed 21st July 2015)

Very nice sandwich, easy to assemble. - I made a half recipe; easy to split. - Think a yellow or green bell pepper would be nicer for the color. (A red...
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Provencal Vegetable Tart reviewed by jenncc

From: Food & Wine (reviewed 31st July 2015)

Delicious and simple. Used eggplant and tomato from the garden, subbed more peppers for the zucchini and added garlic. Made in a gluten free crust from...
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Cherry Tomato Goat Cheese Cobbler reviewed by jenncc

From: Huckleberry: Stories, Secrets, and Recipes From Our Kitchen (reviewed 31st July 2015)

Excellent! Added garlic and used a mix of red cherry and yellow tomatoes. The biscuits would have been delicious on their own.
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Almost from Scratch Corn Tortillas reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Cooking (reviewed 3rd August 2015)

This recipe actually worked, and the tortillas were delicious. In the past, I tried pressing tortillas using masa that had already been made (could purchase...
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Fudge Popsicles reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 4th August 2015)

A slightly grown-up fudgsicle - easy to make - and oh so good! I added about 1/4 tsp espresso powder, but otherwise followed the recipe to a T. The perfect...
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Roasted Tomato Soup with Garlic reviewed by jenncc

From: Epicurious (reviewed 4th August 2015)

Made this with a mixed variety of my garden tomatoes which were extra juicy, cut the added liquid to just over 2 cups (1 cup broth, 1 cup water) and was...
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Ugandan Vanilla Bean Ice Cream reviewed by amarie8

From: Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams at Home (reviewed 5th August 2015)

My new standard vanilla recipe, although I now reduce the cream cheese from 1.5oz to 1oz or it verges on a cheesecake flavour (with the adaptation, I'd...
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Whole-Wheat Raspberry Ricotta Scones reviewed by amarie8

From: The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook (reviewed 5th August 2015)

I found the dough super wet and a bit difficult to work with (I used defrosted frozen raspberries), but they baked up beautifully. I tend to shy away from...
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Secret Filling Devil's Food Cupcakes reviewed by southerncooker

From: Bake Happy: 100 Playful Desserts with Rainbow Layers, Hidden Fillings, Billowy Frostings, and more (reviewed 6th August 2015)

These were amazing. So moist and loved the cream cheese mixture for the filling. Made these with my 15 year old great-niece. She's been baking and cooking...
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Chocolate Ganache reviewed by southerncooker

From: Bake Happy: 100 Playful Desserts with Rainbow Layers, Hidden Fillings, Billowy Frostings, and more (reviewed 6th August 2015)

This an excellent frosting for cakes and cupcakes. We used it on the Secret Filling Devil's Food Cupcakes from page 155.
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Pappa Di Pomodoro with Edamame Toasts reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Broad Fork: Recipes for the Wide World of Vegetables and Fruits (reviewed 6th August 2015)

While I didn't make the edamame toasts which I'm sure were good too, we loved the soup. I used heirloom tomatoes from our local farmers market. Loved the...
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Tomato, Okra, and Corn Maque choux reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Broad Fork: Recipes for the Wide World of Vegetables and Fruits (reviewed 6th August 2015)

I made this one for my daughter and I since we love tomatoes, okra and corn together. This was delicious. We enjoyed the smoky taste from the smoked paprika....
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Easy Coleslaw reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Chow (reviewed 10th August 2015)

Tart, sour, and rich all at the same time. I'm super picky about coleslaw, and was surprised at how much I like this one. The recipe includes sour cream,...
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Eggplant Cheesecake reviewed by jenncc

From: Plenty More: Vibrant Vegetable Cooking from London's Ottolenghi (reviewed 10th August 2015)

Loved this! It's not too eggy, but it is a rich, smooth and savory custard casserole. I made it exactly as written but used baby plum tomatoes that I...
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Trao-Mad with Peach Compote reviewed by southerncooker

From: Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook: French-American Recipes for the Home Cook (reviewed 11th August 2015)

I loved the cookies both with and without the compote which was also delicious. I loved the almond flavor in the cookies. Instead of almond flour I took...
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Peach, brie & dark chocolate S'mores reviewed by southerncooker

From: Joy the Baker Homemade Decadence: Irresistibly Sweet, Salty, Gooey, Sticky, Fluffy, Creamy, Crunchy Treats (reviewed 11th August 2015)

I don't like s'mores since I don't like marsh mellows but I loved these. Brie, dark chocolate and peaches on graham crackers are divine!
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Peach-Blueberry Cobbler reviewed by jenncc

From: My Recipes (reviewed 11th August 2015)

Use this recipe all the time - it produces a no frills tasty biscuit topped cobbler.
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Harissa and Maple Roasted Carrots reviewed by jenncc

From: Epicurious (reviewed 13th August 2015)

Easy and delicious side for roast chicken. I used about 2 tablespoons of honey instead of the maple syrup. The harissa gave this a nice kick of spice...
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Macaroni and Tomatoes with Andouille reviewed by southerncooker

From: Deep South Dish: Homestyle Southern Recipes (Best of the Best Presents) (reviewed 13th August 2015)

I made this one for my son and I. We both loved it. I did use some cajun seasoning and smoked sausage instead of the andouille since I had it on hand.
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Gloridied Hash Brown Cake with Frying Peppers reviewed by southerncooker

From: The New Midwestern Table: 200 Heartland Recipes (reviewed 13th August 2015)

While this is probably considered a side I made it for our main course for supper. Both hubby and son agreed with me that this was delicious and worth...
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Chocolate Tart reviewed by southerncooker

From: A Kitchen in France: A Year of Cooking in My Farmhouse (reviewed 17th November 2015)

Daughter, a co-worker and I loved this one. It reminded us of a chocolate truffle which daughter and I love. I opted not to go for all the bells and whistles...
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Chocolate Tart Dough reviewed by southerncooker

From: A Kitchen in France: A Year of Cooking in My Farmhouse (reviewed 17th November 2015)

This crust with the almond flour and all-purpose, lots of butter an an egg when so good with the the chocolate tart filling from page 205. I didn't have...
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Pumpkin Churro Waffles reviewed by southerncooker

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

These were so good. Even hubby loved them. I made a half recipe for us and he ate three. I used some of my homemade pumpkin puree.
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Quick Shells and Cheese reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime: Comfort Classics, Freezer Food, 16-Minute Meals, and Other Delicious Ways to Solve Supper! (reviewed 17th November 2015)

This is a great homemade version of Velveeta Shells and cheese. Very creamy. At first we though it was going to be to thin but it firms up a bit as it...
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Bolognese Sauce reviewed by friederike

From: The Baby-led Weaning Cookbook: Over 130 delicious recipes for the whole family to enjoy (reviewed 16th November 2015)

We actually just made Spaghetti Bolognese this weekend without know that this book also contained a recipe. We didn't follow any specific recipe (by now...
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Kale Salad with Red Pear and Candied Almonds reviewed by southerncooker

From: And Edible Mosaic (reviewed 15th November 2015)

This salad was requested by my daughter for her birthday this year. We both fell in love with it. Simple but so delicious.
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Drop Scones (Scotch Pancakes) reviewed by friederike

From: The Baby-led Weaning Cookbook: Over 130 delicious recipes for the whole family to enjoy (reviewed 16th November 2015)

These were really nice! As with the pancakes, I used water instead of milk, which worked really well; I will probably also start using (part) wholewheat...
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Salisbury Steak reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime: Comfort Classics, Freezer Food, 16-Minute Meals, and Other Delicious Ways to Solve Supper! (reviewed 15th November 2015)

I haven't made salisbury steak in awhile and this is a delicious version. I served it with the Stovetop mashed potatoes page 310 and peas and carrots page...
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Peas and Carrots reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime: Comfort Classics, Freezer Food, 16-Minute Meals, and Other Delicious Ways to Solve Supper! (reviewed 15th November 2015)

These were simple and delicious. Fresh carrots diced, frozen peas, some butter, salt, pepper and herbs. She suggests basil but says you can substitute...
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Stovetop Mashed Potatoes reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime: Comfort Classics, Freezer Food, 16-Minute Meals, and Other Delicious Ways to Solve Supper! (reviewed 15th November 2015)

Hubby and I loved these as well as the entire meal I made from this book. How can you go wrong with potatoes, butter, milk, a touch of heavy cream, cream...
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Some like it Hot Buffalo Chicken reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Southern Slow Cooker Bible: 365 Easy and Delicious Down-Home Recipes (reviewed 15th November 2015)

Thursday I came home to supper in the slow cooker. I had son put on the slow cooker around 11. Easy recipe made from boneless skinless chicken breasts,...
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Ready to go Freezer Meatballs reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime: Comfort Classics, Freezer Food, 16-Minute Meals, and Other Delicious Ways to Solve Supper! (reviewed 15th November 2015)

I usually bake my meatballs in the oven but decided to try this recipe where they are fried in a bit of olive oil. I only made a part recipe for our supper...
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Pasta with dill and parmesan reviewed by bunyip

From: A Year of Good Eating: The Kitchen Diaries III (reviewed 14th November 2015)

Dill, bacon and pasta? It works a treat. Results in something like carbonara, but thickened with cream and quite a lot of parmesan instead of eggs. Would...
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Cilantro Rice reviewed by kateq

From: Jacques Pépin Heart & Soul in the Kitchen (reviewed 6th November 2015)

I made this very simple recipe exactly as written and loved it. Somehow, the use of a minimal amount of olive oil results in a very buttery rice. The...
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Classic Beef Pot Roast with Pistachio Salt reviewed by southerncooker

From: The New Midwestern Table: 200 Heartland Recipes (reviewed 11th November 2015)

This roast takes quiet a few hours to make but it's so worth it. Falling apart tender and delicious.
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Chicken Patties reviewed by southerncooker

From: Come Home to Supper: Over 200 Casseroles, Skillets, and Sides (Desserts, Too!) to Feed Your Family with Love (reviewed 11th November 2015)

My daughter and son have been raving about these so I knew I'd have to try them for son and I. We enjoyed them very much but the poultry seasoning I used...
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Chicken Stew with Fluffy Dumplings from ‘Southern Soups & Stews’ reviewed by southerncooker

From: Yahoo Food (reviewed 11th November 2015)

I recently participated in an online cook along on Facebook where we cooked from Nancie McDermott's cookbook Southern Soups and Stews. The recipe is also...
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Cannellini Bean Dip reviewed by kateq

From: Jacques Pépin Heart & Soul in the Kitchen (reviewed 2nd November 2015)

This is classic Pepin--very simple, minimal ingredients (though I use dried beans, not canned) and a great result. Delicious with crackers, crostini or...
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zucchini Spaghetti with Sun Gold Tomato Sauce reviewed by southerncooker

From: Happy Cooking: Make Every Meal Count ... Without Stressing Out (reviewed 2nd November 2015)

Daughter made this while I was fixing the rest of our supper. We thought it fantastic. Even her husband liked it. We did leave out the star anise since...
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Oven Barbecued Chicken reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime: Comfort Classics, Freezer Food, 16-Minute Meals, and Other Delicious Ways to Solve Supper! (reviewed 2nd November 2015)

We really enjoyed this chicken. I chose to use leg quarters instead of thighs so I added some cooking time. We loved the BBQ sauce - I used a big bottle...
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Pan-Roasted Chicken with Lemon-Garlic Green Beans reviewed by kaye16

From: Real Simple Food & Recipes (reviewed 29th October 2015)

Delicious and super easy. I made a halfish recipe using chicken thighs rather than breasts. Cooked these about 30min (European thighs tend to be smaller...
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Hearty Beef and Barley Stew reviewed by southerncooker

From: The Southern Slow Cooker Bible: 365 Easy and Delicious Down-Home Recipes (reviewed 1st November 2015)

Finally found another recipe that Son, Hubby and I all loved. I only made a half recipe but next time I'll make the whole one for leftovers. I did omit...
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Cheese Bread reviewed by kateq

From: Food.com (reviewed 29th October 2015)

Really simple and really delicious bread. Reminiscent of the cheese bread that used to be served at Schrafft's. Makes fabulous toast. I skip the caraway...
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Chinese sausage and rice reviewed by bunyip

From: A Year of Good Eating: The Kitchen Diaries III (reviewed 26th October 2015)

Quick and easy, provided you've got fresh shiitake mushrooms and Chinese sausage.
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Fresh with peppers and artichokes reviewed by bunyip

From: A Year of Good Eating: The Kitchen Diaries III (reviewed 26th October 2015)

I do like freekeh, it tastes better than either burghul or brown rice. I cook it in the microwave as if it were brown rice. Used this dish as a side this...
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Baba Ganoush reviewed by friederike

From: The Baby-led Weaning Cookbook: Over 130 delicious recipes for the whole family to enjoy (reviewed 26th October 2015)

I love this dish! One garlic clove is probably too much, as is the juice of a whole lemon, but other than that I really liked it, even without salt. Next...
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Butternut Gratin reviewed by southerncooker

From: A Kitchen in France: A Year of Cooking in My Farmhouse (reviewed 26th October 2015)

My daughter and I halved this and ate the whole thing for our supper. It was delicious. I did end up using Swiss cheese since my store didn’t have Comte...
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Foolproof Double-Crust Pie Dough reviewed by BethNH

From: The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook: 2,000 Recipes from 20 Years of America's Most Trusted Cooking Magazine (reviewed 25th October 2015)

My pie crust making abilities are temperamental at best. I was happy with one recipe I was using but the last two times it's been more like cardboard. This...
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Chard Lentil Soup Lebanese Style reviewed by jenncc

From: All Recipes (reviewed 24th October 2015)

Excellent!! Made with kale and only had 1/2 cup lemon juice but it was perfect.
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Chicken Grand-mere Francine reviewed by southerncooker

From: Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook: French-American Recipes for the Home Cook (reviewed 19th October 2015)

While I did have to make a few subs when making this one it was delicious. I couldn't find celery roots so I used celery. I thought I had fresh thyme but...
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Sausage Ragu reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Cooking (reviewed 18th October 2015)

Incredible. This recipe was amazing - - - sausage, vegetables cooked very slowly, tomatoes added, etc. Really a deep flavor - so much more than the sum...
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Carne Guisada II reviewed by jenncc

From: All Recipes (reviewed 12th October 2015)

Love this! It reminds me of the Tex-Mex tacos I am always homesick for. Mine doesn't take the 8-12 hours suggested but more like 4 or 5 hours. I have...
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Roast Chicken with Cumin, Paprika And Allspice reviewed by jenncc

From: Epicurious (reviewed 14th October 2015)

Tasty change from regular roast chicken. I sliced some garlic and placed it under the skin along with the spice paste. I roasted it along with some butternut...
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French Meringue reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Kitchn (reviewed 10th October 2015)

This was a pretty quick and very fun project. I was very happy to (finally) have a stand mixer. The detailed instructions on the Kitchn web site were...
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Black Mountain Hot Chili Beans reviewed by southerncooker

From: Mama Dip's Kitchen (reviewed 11th October 2015)

Since the weather has turned cooler here and it was rainy today I decided to make chili beans. I turned to eat your books and found a recipe in Mama Dip's...
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kip met walnoot en granaatappel (faisanjan) reviewed by wester

From: De Volkskeuken / 2 De Volkskrant kookt / druk 1 (reviewed 9th October 2015)

Recipe in Dutch. Erg lekker. Het zoetzuur van de granaatappel, de licht bittere walnoot, en de zachte maar smaakvolle kip combineerden tot een prettig...
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Grilled Chicken Tenders "Buffalo Style" reviewed by southerncooker

From: Michael Symon's 5 in 5 for Every Season: 165 Quick Dinners, Sides, Holiday Dishes, and More (reviewed 7th October 2015)

Son and I really enjoyed this recipe. He ate his without the celery salad though with just a sprinkle of the blue cheese on the tenders. I on the other...
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Tomato and Basil Risotto reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Cooking (reviewed 5th October 2015)

My garden, on the plate. Oh how delicious - this risotto captures the garden-fresh tomato and basil flavor, and elevates them. I also want to say that...
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Soupe au Pistou reviewed by southerncooker

From: A Kitchen in France: A Year of Cooking in My Farmhouse (reviewed 5th October 2015)

This was the perfect weekend to make this wonderful soup since it was a rainy Autumn one here in NC. My daughter and I loved this soup but hubby, son,...
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Spicy Beef Tacos with Fresh Salsa reviewed by southerncooker

From: Michael Symon's 5 in 5 for Every Season: 165 Quick Dinners, Sides, Holiday Dishes, and More (reviewed 5th October 2015)

While this was from the winter section I think tacos are great any time of year. These are really spicy from the 2 teaspoons of Chipotle powder and 1 teaspoon...
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Mushroom Philly Cheesesteaks reviewed by southerncooker

From: Michael Symon's 5 in 5 for Every Season: 165 Quick Dinners, Sides, Holiday Dishes, and More (reviewed 28th September 2015)

Made these for hubby, son and my supper. Enjoyed the addition of shiitake mushrooms on this one. I had to leave the onions off son's though. Easy, fast,...
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1 Dozen Bakery-Style Chocolate Chip Cookies reviewed by jenncc

From: Dessert For Two: Small Batch Cookies, Brownies, Pies, and Cakes (reviewed 25th April 2016)

Tasted like the classic "bakery-style" chocolate chip cookie I grew up with. Not fancy but delicious. I skimped a bit on the chocolate chips and added...
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Grilled Cheese with Havariti & Apple reviewed by southerncooker

From: Michael Symon's 5 in 5 for Every Season: 165 Quick Dinners, Sides, Holiday Dishes, and More (reviewed 28th September 2015)

This book is divided into seasons and from this recipe is in the fall section which is the season we just started here now. Daughter and I really enjoyed...
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1 Dozen Chocolate Chip Cookies reviewed by jenncc

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

Tiramisu reviewed by friederike

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

From: Serious Eats (reviewed 24th September 2015)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

From: All Recipes (reviewed 12th September 2015)

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

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

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

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

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

From: Bojon Gourmet (reviewed 10th September 2015)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

From: Cooking Light (reviewed 3rd September 2015)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

From: Epicurious (reviewed 29th August 2015)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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