This popular Chinese take out dish is a snap to prepare and great for a week night meal. You may want to try this with chicken too. In my version I add 2 fresh , red Chilis, but , ofcourse , this is purely optional. 1 lb pork tenderloin 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons light [...]
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On a glorious trip to Hawaii my husband and I enjoyed fantastic cocktails on the beach, but a particularly favorite one was the Chi Chi, served in the afternoon while relaxing at the beach!!sigh, paradise!! Use unsweetened pineapple juice and good quality coconut cream. Best served in a large goblet. Ice 45 ml vodka 15 [...]
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I love the combination of Spinach and Yoghurt. In an ideal world the yoghurt would be homemade, of course, but honestly I use Stoneyfield farm, Whole Milk or Low fat work well. This is great served both as a dip or even a light lunch. 1 Bunch fresh spinach, trimmed and cleaned(I love Baby Spinach [...]
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This spicy Thai red snapper recipe comes from Le Colonial, Chicago IL. Fried well in hot oil this fish is not at all greasy, on the contrary it is crisp and suprisingly not greasy. However should you prefer you may pan fry the fish but it will not be as crispy. Serves 2 Sauce 3 [...]
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My family enjoys a good braised chicken any time of year. Truth be told I do not limit myselk to Rosemary in the warmer months, especially when basil and cherrt tomatoes grow so plentifully in my garden. This is my basic recipe for a braise feel free to adjust it to your family’s liking. 1 [...]
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Tuna tends to get dry when cooked completly. Ideally it should be seared and pink in the center. If this is not to your liking choose any other fish filet,carefully adjusting the cooking time. I first tried this simple fish dish in the Val D’Aosta in Italy, The setting and simplicity of the dish made [...]
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I love the aromas of Lebanese cooking. These heady scents are all thanks to fresh herbs and citrus, primarily lemon. The addition of preserved lemon is a twist of mine. Feel free to omit it if you have no way of locating it. Serve this lamb thinly sliced in a warm pita with lettuce , [...]
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