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Well-Sweep Herb Farm
Posted on June 14, 2011 by meggamoma
Personally spring is the season I look forward to most. Besides the obvious,long, dark winter bid goodbye, everything is starting to bloom. Life begins…oh joy!!! I love to work in my garden and grow as much fresh produce as possible in the warm months, nature just provides the best growing environments. I had been on [...]
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Steamed dumplings in hot sesame sauce
Posted on March 27, 2011 by meggamoma
Its funny how life evolves , an idea starts out with one intention and suddenly takes on a new tradition. The sauce for these simple store bought mini chicken dumplings was created by me for unexpected dinner guests as an appetizer till dinner was ready . My husband took such a “loving ” to them [...]
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Almost Tortuga Rum Cake
Posted on December 12, 2010 by meggamoma
My son is a great fan of Tortuga Rum cake , minus the nuts . I found this recipe on recipezaar , and , despite the glowing ratings , had my misgivings it would compare to the original . O boy was I wrong ! I feel bold enough to say its even better . [...]
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Rich Chocolate Pistachio Fudge
Posted on December 12, 2009 by meggamoma
Fudge is one of those feel good , childhood memories . I remember walking “Kingsway ” ( now Republic street , Valetta Malta ) and going into the tiny , quaint candy store , where they had the most delicious fudge . Funny , I used to imagine the store owner getting up before dawn [...]
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Moroccan Spice Rub
Posted on April 11, 2009 by meggamoma
This is such a versatile rub , delicious , smoky and fragrant, so easy to prepare and so impressive. I use it on pork chops , other cuts of meat and even tofu or potatoes. I have even rubbed small , new potatoes , boiled rubbed with the paste and grilled and a medly of [...]
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Fresh Rice noodles with Seafood and basil
Posted on April 5, 2009 by meggamoma
This dish known as pad kee mao , in Thailand has the perfect balace of Thai flaqvors . sweet , sour , salty and spicy. You do need fresh rice noodles , also known as kway teow , for this dish . Floow these easy steps and you are in for a real treat. 1 [...]
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Thai salad dressing
Posted on February 5, 2009 by meggamoma
This is one of the most versatile dressings I make and always keep on hand, refridgerated. It is awesom on blanced vegetables with some fresh aromatic herbs or on grilled eggplant and ofcourse and grilled seafood. Makes 1 cup Gourmet magazine 1/2 cup fresh lime juice ( from 4 limes) 2 1/2 tbs Asian [...]
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Pumpkin or Mango creme caramel.
Posted on November 18, 2008 by meggamoma
This satiny smooth baked custard is ideal for the fall months,but, I must admit to having switched over wirh Mango pulp, available from Asian markets,for a change in the warmer months. This recipe is a real winner from Better homes and Gardens. However,in the event you may wish to try the Mango version (sorry Better [...]
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