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Prawn Karahi

Prawn Karahi

Celebrated Mother's Day with this delectable and extremely flavorful Prawn Karahi cuisine . Karahi/kadhai/korai/kadai is basically a type of…

Sonali Pradhan
May 2012
Advanced
1 vote
8726 views
Roasted Asparagus and Parmesan

Roasted Asparagus and Parmesan

This is a simple and delicious Italian recipe adapted from the Barefoot Contessa. We leave out the egg and sometimes the lemon (depends on what you…

Nancy Miyasaki
Mar 2008
Intermediate
5 votes
11461 views
Salsa Ranchera

Salsa Ranchera

Salsa is the ketchup of Mexico, but much more tasty, varied and appealing. Salsa Ranchera is served all over Mexico, adding a zesty flavor to meats,…

Kathleen is Cooking in Mexico
Nov 2010
Professional
3 votes
6177 views
Italian Turnip Greens

Italian Turnip Greens

I love me some greens. It doesn’t matter if it’s collards, turnip or what-have-you. Now my dad, who is deceased, used to talk about his Italian…

Carolinaheartstrings
Nov 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
2799 views
Caribbean Peas & Rice

Caribbean Peas & Rice

This popular dish throughout the Caribbean is similar to red beans and rice, but made with a few more spices and with crowder, pidgeon, or…

John Spottiswood
Oct 2009
Advanced
1 vote
4960 views
Parmesan Roasted Asparagus

Parmesan Roasted Asparagus

This is a great side dish.

Annette Vlahos
Jun 2008
Advanced
3 votes
7925 views
Basil and Cilantro Pesto

Basil and Cilantro Pesto

Bright and full of flavor.

Jolyma
Apr 2012
Intermediate
2 votes
5324 views
Lemon Caper Asparagus

Lemon Caper Asparagus

Fresh asparagus with an olive oil, lemon juice and caper vinaigrette; easy, healthy, low fat and delicious!

Kyle Dalakas
Jan 2017
Advanced
1 vote
939 views
Ron's Afterburner Mexican Hot Sauce

Ron's Afterburner Mexican Hot Sauce

This is my version of Pico Pica, available on the west- coast but very limited in the mid-west. Goes great on…

Ronald R. Flinders
Dec 2010
Intermediate
1 vote
3583 views
Habanero Mustard Sauce

Habanero Mustard Sauce

A fiery glaze for your fowl that Scoville would be proud of. The Scoville scale is the measurement standard for hot peppers. Habaneros for example…

Dean Grason
Aug 2008
Beginner
3 votes
16328 views
BBQ Party: Juicy Clams & Mussels In Truffle Oil & White Wine

BBQ Party: Juicy Clams & Mussels In Truffle Oil & White Wine

My Magic Potion: I thought it would be a great idea to try out my new Truffle Oil & indeed, it worked wonders.…

Blackswan
Jun 2011
Advanced
1 vote
9475 views
Pine Nuts With Corn And Sweet Peas

Pine Nuts With Corn And Sweet Peas

Vegetarian. Nutritious. Easy to prepare.

tigerfish
Feb 2010
Intermediate
1 vote
1910 views
Parmesan Roasted Asparagus

Parmesan Roasted Asparagus

A very simple and delicious asparagus, lightly accented with parmesan.

Karen
Jul 2009
Intermediate
2 votes
2373 views
Cucumber Relish

Cucumber Relish

Good to use with fresh peas and beans. If you don't want it as sweet cut to sugar to your desired sweetness.

Donna Mitchell Carroll
Jun 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
3501 views