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Archive : Volume 2: 2006
Banana Gratins
Ingredients 2 firm ripe bananas, thinly sliced crosswise 1 cup sour cream 2 teaspoons vanilla 1/4 cup turbinado sugar gratin […]
Hot Spiced Wine
Ingredients 2 quarts dry red wine 2 cups apple juice 2 cups orange juice 1/2 cup honey 2 teaspoons whole […]
Pumpkin Martinis
Ingredients Pumpkin vodka (to be made at least a week ahead of time) 1 750ml bottle of decent vodka 1 […]
Butternut Squash Soup with Roasted Red Pepper Puree
Thanks to Ed Wallace for sharing his recipe, which has become tradition for him to bring to our Thanksgiving festivities every year!
Chicken Pot Pie
Ingredients 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-size chunks olive oil 1 potato 1 sweet potato 1 carrot 1-2 stalks celery […]
Pumpkin Bread
Ingredients 1 1/4 cups white flour 1/2 cup wheat flour 1 1/2 cups pure maple syrup 1 teaspoon baking soda […]
Gingered Red Cabbage
Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 large onions 2 large cloves of garlic, finely chopped 2 medium sized, semi-tart apples, […]
Apricot-Pecan Muffins
Ingredients 1 cup boiling water 1 1/2 cups dried apricots, chopped 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 cup whole wheat […]
Italian Apple Torte
Ingredients 3/4 cup salted butter, softened 1/4 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup Marsala wine 4 granny smith apples 2 tablespoons […]
Harira (Moroccan Chickpea Soup)
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups dried chickpeas 8 cups water 1 (35-oz) can whole tomatoes, drained 1 large onion, finely chopped […]
Ricotta Stuffed Zucchini
Ingredients 1 very large zucchini or a few smaller ones, halved lengthwise 1/2 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 […]
Roasted Butternut and Feta Risotto
Ingredients 3 1/4 cups peeled, cubed butternut squash (or pumpkin) 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 cups stock 1-2 cloves fresh […]
Sweet Nectarine Cream
Ingredients 4 nectarines 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1/8 teaspoon almond extract ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and/or allspice to […]
Apple Gouda Chicken Quesadillas
Ingredients 8 flour tortillas 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons mustard (I used a pinot noir horseradish and it was […]
Apple-Stuffed Chicken Breast
Ingredients 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 1/2 cup chopped apple 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese 1 tablespoon seasoned dried bread […]
Baked Havarti Chicken
Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 2 (4 ounce) cans green chili peppers, drained, and sliced 4 ounces sliced […]
Braised Red Cabbage
Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and cubed 1 pint unfiltered apple juice 1/4 teaspoon […]
Pomegranate Refresher
Ingredients 1 part vodka 1 part pomegranate juice 4 parts lemonade cocktail shaker Directions 1. Shake together vodka, pomegranate juice […]
Chicken Piccata
Ingredients 3/4 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon paprika salt and pepper to taste 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, sliced thin […]
Seared Scallops with Orange-Basil Sauce
Ingredients 2/3 cup orange juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil 1 1/2 pounds sea scallops 2 […]
Peanut Butter and Jelly Muffins
Ingredients 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup jelly 2 cups flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 cup milk 2 eggs […]
Black Bean Avocado Cottage Cheese Dip
Ingredient 32 oz cottage cheese 1 can black beans 1 avocado, peeled and diced 1 jar salsa 1 can corn […]
Couscous Salad with Chickpeas, Dates and Cinnamon
Ingredients 3 scallions 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 (14.5 oz) can chicken broth 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon black […]
Citrus Shrimp
Ingredients 2 oranges, zested and juiced 3 limes, zested and juiced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to […]
Frozen Margaritas
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups tequila – I would suggest using a decent quality tequila, but nothing super expensive 1/2 cup […]
Herb Stuffed Tomatoes
Ingredients 5 beefsteak tomatoes 1 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves 3/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs 1 cup grated provolone […]
Oven-Fried Chicken
Ingredients 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup […]
Banana Pudding
Ingredients 2 bags Pepperidge Farm Mini Chessmen cookies 6 to 8 bananas, sliced 2 cups milk 1 box instant French […]
Roquefort Pear Salad
Ingredients a whole bunch of spring mix or whatever greens you prefer 3 pears – peeled, cored and chopped 5 […]
Dungeness Crab with Lemon Chive Butter and White Rice
Ingredients 5 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon sea salt fresh ground black […]
Garden Vegetable Pasta
Ingredients 1 package (16 oz) whole wheat spaghetti or your favorite pasta 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium carrots, sliced […]
Lemon-Basil Vegetables and Noodles
Ingredients 2 cups chopped broccoli 2 cups chopped cauliflower 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel 1 large onion, chopped 1 cup […]
Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Muffins
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups flour 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup cocoa 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 […]
Chicken with Pine Nuts Salad
Ingredients 4 chicken breast fillets 2 red peppers 10 tablespoons olive oil 1/3 cup dry white wine 3 celery hearts […]
Black Rice
Ingredients 3/4 cup Chinese black rice (uncooked) 1 1/2 cups water 3/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 bunch […]
Cashew Chicken
Ingredients 2 chicken breasts 1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained 1 cup (or more) chopped broccoli, fresh or frozen 1/2-1 […]
Middle Eastern Rice with Black Beans and Chickpeas
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 cup uncooked basmati rice 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons […]
Mango Sours
Ingredients 1 cup mango nectar 3/4 cup vodka 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 3 tablespoons superfine granulated sugar fresh mango, […]
Cold Sesame Noodles
Ingredients 1 pound whole wheat thin spaghetti (or whatever thin noodles you prefer 1/3 cup chopped peanuts, unsalted 1 bunch […]
Broccoli and Cheese Crustless Quiche
Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion 1 clove garlic, minced 5 cups broccoli florets 1 1/4 […]
Lemon Poppy Sunburst Bread
Ingredients 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 cup chopped sunflower seeds 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup plain soy milk 1/2 […]
Greek Dip
Ingredients 2 (8 oz) containers Greek yogurt 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened 1 (8 oz) package feta cheese, […]
Sea Scallop and Red Grape Stackers
Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 1 pound fresh sea scallops salt and pepper 2 handfuls of fresh baby spinach 6-8 pieces […]
Frozen Tiramisu
Ingredients 1/2 cup fresh brewed espresso 3 tablespoons rum 2 (3oz) packages lady fingers 1/2 gallon coffee ice cream, softened […]
Cumin and Coriander Chickpea Salad
Ingredients 1 clove garlic, minced 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon white […]
Irish Brown Bread
Ingredients 2 cups whole wheat flour 2 cups all purpose flour, plus additional for kneading 1/2 cup toasted wheat germ […]
Irish Soda Bread (Jessie’s Healthier Version)
Ingredients 2 cups whole wheat flour 2 cups white flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 egg at room temperature 1 […]
Perfect Oatmeal
Ingredients 2 1/4 cups water dash of salt 1 cup regular rolled oats 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup raisins 1/4 […]
Quinoa Salad
Ingredients 2 cups cooked quinoa 1/2 cup chopped radishes 1/2 cup chopped cucumber 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped […]
Chicken Marsala Florentine
Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 1/4 cup flour salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon oregano 2 tablespoons […]
Indian Rice Pudding
Ingredients 3 cups Basmati rice cooked according to package instructions, but with milk or coconut milk instead of water (if […]
Tiramisu Cheesecake
Ingredients 1 (12oz) package lady fingers 4 tablespoons butter, melted 4-6 ounces coffee flavored liqueur or espresso 3 (8oz) packages […]
Dal Makhani (Indian Lentil Dish)
Ingredients 1 cup dried black lentils 1/2 cup dried kidney beans 1-2 teaspoons cumin seeds 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1 […]
Mexican Turkey Stuffed Shells
1 pound ground turkey, cooked 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1 teaspoon garlic, minced 1 teaspoon […]
Indian-Style Cheesecake
Ingredients Crust 1/2 cup cinnamon graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup Nilla wafer crumbs 1/4 cup ground raw cashews or almonds […]
Blueberry French Toast Bake
Ingredients 1 loaf French bread cubed into 1 inch pieces 8 oz. cream cheese 1 cup fresh blueberries 10 eggs […]
Cheesy Broccoli Pockets
Ingredients 1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped broccoli 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 cup shredded fresh […]
Zucchini Pie
Ingredients 1 cup chopped zucchini 1 cup chopped tomato 2/3 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 cup finely chopped […]
Black Bean Lasagna Rolls
Ingredients 8 lasagna noodles, uncooked (I prefer whole wheat) 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta […]