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Mexican Rice

Mexican Rice

I was looking for an improved Mexican Rice recipe, so I adapted this one from the America's Test Kitchen cookbook. I used many of the same…

John Spottiswood
Jan 2013
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5 votes
14020 views
Mexican Garlic Broiled Tilapia

Mexican Garlic Broiled Tilapia

I love the lime-garlic flavored fish that I get when I'm down in Mexico, especially in Puerto Vallarta. Normally it is grilled down there, but I…

John Spottiswood
Jan 2013
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5 votes
15391 views
Peruvian Roast Chicken

Peruvian Roast Chicken

This is a fantastic recipe that I adapted from the Cook's Illustrated Cookbook. I was looking for a new family favorite to rival my Cumin Chicken…

John Spottiswood
Jan 2013
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7 votes
16043 views
Simple Pasta with Garlic & Olive Oil

Simple Pasta with Garlic & Olive Oil

This is a classic recipe that is so simple to make but always delicious. You can serve this as a side dish to…

John Spottiswood
Dec 2012
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12 votes
24525 views
Moroccan Fish Stew Recipe

Moroccan Fish Stew Recipe

We often serve a hearty fish soup or stew on Christmas Eve, prior to our traditional roast for Christmas Dinner. Normally, it's Cioppino or Clam…

John Spottiswood
Dec 2012
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5 votes
8063 views
Pink Grapefruit Margaritas

Pink Grapefruit Margaritas

I adapted this recipe from the Barefoot Contessa and served it for Thanksgiving. It was a beautiful sunset on a beach near Santa Barbara, and these…

Nancy Miyasaki
Dec 2012
Intermediate
4 votes
5080 views
Chopped Salad with Sweet Basil Dressing

Chopped Salad with Sweet Basil Dressing

A few months ago Lora Krulak sent Nancy and I her cookbook Veggies for Carnivores. The small book is packed…

John Spottiswood
Dec 2012
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6 votes
9160 views
Alton Brown Lentil Soup

Alton Brown Lentil Soup

I adapted this recipe from one by Alton Brown. I added spinach, potatoes, and scallions and removed grains of paradise. Our whole family really…

John Spottiswood
Dec 2012
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10 votes
10069 views
Soba Noodles with Asparagus, Parmesan, Bacon & Egg

Soba Noodles with Asparagus, Parmesan, Bacon & Egg

This recipe sounds strange...but if you can get over the unusual ingredients you are in for an amazing meal.…

John Spottiswood
Nov 2012
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2 votes
5697 views
Southwestern Sweet Potato Casserole

Southwestern Sweet Potato Casserole

I adapted this from a Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe that sounded great. My kids aren't big fans of squash...but…

John Spottiswood
Nov 2012
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6 votes
6199 views