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Mom's Chicken Pot Pie
Great use for leftover chicken or turkey, and even potatoes or random veggies you may have in the fridge. :) This is a great stand-by that can also be prepared ahead of time and popped in the oven when you get home. You could even prepare the pie filling and freeze it until necessary if you're trying to use up holiday leftovers.
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Mashed potato THERMOMIX
This is the creamiest mash potato ever I only ever use skim milk
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Maryland Crab Cakes 5.0
This 5.0 version of my crab cake recipe builds on a lot of constructive feedback from multiple iterations of the v4.0 edition. It now takes advantage of a MD-unique cooking tactic, additional mustard flavor inspired by G&M, less salt, and MORE Creamy Crab Flavor!. As usual, we combine the very best ingredients and strategies from two amateur Maryland cooks and their favorite individual crab cake recipes. Version 4.0 has been a proven success among Marylanders and crab cake tourists alike -- v5 is sure to be a vast improvement!
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Crispy Pepper Pork & Garlic
This is a great tasting pork dish. Nice heat from the Thai Chilies works well over salad or rice. Increase or decrease the level of heat by adjusting the amount of chilies you use. Also omit the seeds for less kick.
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FAVOURITE MEALS FROM WORLDLY CUISINES
Quick Salsa
Salsa... I admit that nothing can beat fresh salsa. But, this is a great alternative to fresh tomatoes when they aren't as readily available during the winter months. So, I opt to do this version from time to time. It is quick and it uses canned diced(or whole) tomatoes. It works pretty well. The canned tomatoes have to be in their own juice, not puree (check the label). If you can, get an organic one, like Muir Glen. But really, any brand will work just fine.
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Prosciutto Wrapped Fig and Arugula Salad
This is a pretty and delicious appetizer. It takes about 5-10 minutes to put together and is always a favorite.
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Easter Cheese: Hrutka (Grandma Hatfield's)
Hrudka is a traditional Slovak Easter cheese that is served Easter Sunday. It is traditionally served with baked ham and beet horseradish relish and is great on sandwiches. It is very soft, mild and sweet in flavor.
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Fish- Crab-stuffed Sole
Worthy of a special occasion. Great served with steamed cauliflower and rice or bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
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Caramelized Balsamic Onions
Delicious, savory and sweet relish. Great for topping sandwiches, paninis, pairing with poultry, grilled meats and brie.
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Pad Thai with pork
This recipe is based on a cooking class I took in Thailand after eating Pad Thai almost every day for brunch :) It is very hearty and a good way to level up the energy levels very fast! Flat rice noodles and tamarind paste are commonly found in Asian food stores. You can also substitute the sauce ingredients with ready-made pad-thai sauce also found in Asian food stores. Best eaten with chop sticks.
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Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Style 'Wet' Burritos with Cilantro Rice
This is a household favorite as a quick & easy dinner; my roommate requests it just about every week! We both love burritos that have beans, rice, chicken, and cheese. But his favorite way is to have them 'enchilada style' -- smothered in enchilada sauce & plenty of melty cheese -- I can’t say that I blame him! Another thing that makes these truly innovative, I think is that while most burritos start with a base layer of beans or refried beans. I mixed things up a bit and gave 'em an extra kick of flavor using Roasted Garlic Hummus instead. Give these a try -- your family & friends will thank you!
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Bearnaise Sauce for Steak
Bernaise sauce (actually spelled bearnaise) is a savory and tangy tarragon-vinegar sauce for steak.
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Orange Olive Chicken
If oranges and olives sound like a strange combination, know that Moroccan cuisine has celebrated the pairing for centuries. When you try this salad, you'll know why—it's a case of wildly different flavors coming together in perfect harmony. The idea for this salad was inspired by a Spicy Orange Salad recipe published by the New York Times. I add chicken for a protein boost that turns the salad into a full meal.
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