This fast ,nutrritios and above all delicious stir fry is so versitile you can practically use any combination of vegetables you choose. But ,I love Martin Yan’s combination here with Asparagus,Bok Choy,and Chard. serves 4 1/3 lb asparagus 1/3 lb chard 1/3 lb bok choy 2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1 teaspoon [...]
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This Hakka style Eggplant dish is hearty and satifying. Eggplant is stirfried with bell peppers, garlic,chilis,basil and mint and finished with a spicy chili-garlic sauce. Great for spice loving vegetarians and vegans alike. Sauce 2 tablespoons vegetarian Oyster -flavored sauce 1/4 cup vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon chili garlic sauce 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil 1/4 cup [...]
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Todd Wilber found a way to clone chain restaurant recipes. I have decided to introduce you to some my family simply love. There is nothing more refreshing than this orange freeze, served as dessert or beverage. 2 cups orange sherbet or sorbet 1 cup fresh squeezed orange juice 1/4 cup milk 1 spring of fresh [...]
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I am a huge fan of anything made with almond paste, as, growing up in Malta we were treated to the greatest cookies and cakes oozing with the freshest almond paste and almods imaginable. So it is with great skepitsism I tried this cake by Nigella Lawson. Its easy because its simply whirled in a [...]
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The beauty about a no bake cheesecake, in my experience, is that they are fit for people with egg allergies, or vegetarians. Plus there is no long waiting for the cheesecake to cool once baked. This recipie is the creation of Sherry Yard , the executive pastry chef of Spago 12 Vanilla wafer cookies 8 [...]
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My theory on entertaining is simple, prepare ahead so I may enjoy the party as much as my guests. This is perfect for such an event. It is prepared im a 60 ounce pitcher and everyone can serves themselves, leaving you free to mingle with your guests. This super recipie comes from my favorite Mexican [...]
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This chicken dish is commonly refered to as Kung pao on a chinese menu, one of the most popular and ordered items on a Chinese menu. I think its because it encompasses a myrid of flavors and textures and therefore pleasing both to the sight and palate. 1 lb skinless boneless chicken breast 1 teaspoon [...]
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This dish makes a great appetizer or main course. I love serving this dish with a simple soup or bowl of stir fried rice noodles, reminds me of Chinese take out on a sunday night. 1 lb skinless Chicken breast 1 cup cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 2 egg whites ice cold water extra cornstarch [...]
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