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Italian Shrimp Scampi

Italian Shrimp Scampi

This is an easy recipe that you can prepare in advance and bake right before dinner. It's truly delicious, if not exactly low fat. Make sure to…

Nancy Miyasaki
May 2009
Intermediate
9 votes
33147 views
Spicy Shrimp Moroccan Style

Spicy Shrimp Moroccan Style

These prawns are absolutely fantastic. Every time I make them I marvel at the density and depth of the flavors. I typically leave the Cayenne…

John Spottiswood
Sep 2008
Advanced
18 votes
38966 views
St. Patrick's Day Salmon with Leeks

St. Patrick's Day Salmon with Leeks

This recipe was also adapted from Margaret Johnson, a great Irish American author and chef. The flavor of the…

John Spottiswood
Mar 2009
Advanced
9 votes
22505 views
Cilantro Shrimp

Cilantro Shrimp

This is a simple and absolutely delicious stir-fry shrimp dish. I've been looking for something easy and tasty like this. I have a new staple! I…

Nancy Miyasaki
Aug 2010
Intermediate
16 votes
17909 views
Camarones a la plancha - Shrimp on the griddle

Camarones a la plancha - Shrimp on the griddle

This is a delicious mexican shrimp dish that you'll find served in the lovely seaside restaurants along both of…

John Spottiswood
May 2012
Advanced
5 votes
11757 views
Pork Souvlaki with Tzatziki

Pork Souvlaki with Tzatziki

It wasn't until I went to Greece that I tasted pork souvlaki (kebab). I'd had lamb souvlaki at greek restaurants and festivals in the US, but never…

John Spottiswood
Apr 2013
Advanced
10 votes
8703 views
Salmon with Indian Spices, poached in oil

Salmon with Indian Spices, poached in oil

I love salmon and am always looking for creative ways to make it. This is the first time I've tried it with…

John Spottiswood
Mar 2010
Advanced
16 votes
14681 views
Alaska pollack fish cakes

Alaska pollack fish cakes

Delicious fish cakes ideal for lunch or supper. You can make them the previous day up to step 6 and just proceede the next day. Saves time!

Easy Cook - Laka kuharica
Nov 2011
Intermediate
2 votes
5771 views
BBQ Pork Tenderloin - Spanish Style

BBQ Pork Tenderloin - Spanish Style

This dish is from south-eastern Spain where Moorish influences are still found in many dishes. The combination…

John Spottiswood
Jul 2010
Advanced
11 votes
14194 views
Salted branzino fish

Salted branzino fish

elisa negri
Oct 2021
Intermediate
1 vote
Simple Himalayan Salt Block Salmon

Simple Himalayan Salt Block Salmon

My wife got me a Himalayan Salt Block to try grilling on this summer. We made our first attempt last night…

John Spottiswood
Aug 2011
Advanced
4 votes
19480 views
Grilled Steak with Israeli - North African BBQ Rub

Grilled Steak with Israeli - North African BBQ Rub

Almost nothing tastes better on steak or lamb that is thick enough to slice than an Israeli or North African…

John Spottiswood
May 2009
Advanced
2 votes
10536 views
Tuscan shrimp marinara with chickpea pasta

Tuscan shrimp marinara with chickpea pasta

This is a great Tuscan recipe adapted from the Flavors of Tuscan cookbook by Maxine Clark. Maxine recommends…

John Spottiswood
Jun 2009
Advanced
3 votes
24802 views
Italian Shrimp Scampi for Nu-wave or Flavorwave oven

Italian Shrimp Scampi for Nu-wave or Flavorwave oven

This is an easy recipe that you can prepare in advance and bake right before dinner. It works well in a Nuwave,…

Jennifer Testalone
Jun 2009
Professional
2 votes
31249 views
Asian Rib Eye Over Mixed Greens with Ginger Dressing

Asian Rib Eye Over Mixed Greens with Ginger Dressing

I loved the combination of the flavorful rib eye and mushrooms over the truly delicious Asian flavored greens.…

John Spottiswood
Oct 2011
Advanced
7 votes
4766 views