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Parsnips in Orange Sauce

Posted by MechanicalJen  

Doing a cookbook purge - I found this one, haven't tried it yet, but it looks like it has great potential. From "Pressure Cooking for Pleasure Cooking" MORE»

Recipe #370376

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Balsamic Vinaigrette

(1 reviews) Posted by MechanicalJen  

I was taught this recipe at a cooking class, I've been hooked ever since. I'm always told to make it for dinner parties when salad is on the menu! MORE»

Recipe #346367

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Sweet Potato Maafe

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I found this in the flier at the local co-op. Putting it here so I don't lose it. Description reads "..This vegetarian version of a popular West African dish features a spicy peanut and tomato sauce that is often made with chicken or beef,... MORE»

Recipe #344765

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Garlic Soup (Sopa De Ajo)

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I found this loose recipe page from an old cookbook, not sure which. Haven't tried this, putting it here for my own records. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #328986

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Cauliflower and Avocado Salad

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Another one of my trashed cookbook salvages. I think this came from an old Better Homes and Gardens. Putting it here for my own reference. Enjoy. MORE»

Recipe #328981

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Rutabaga Whip

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A while back I got some old recipe books in sorry shape, I tore out some of the readable recipes with potential. I haven't tried this one yet, putting it here for future use. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #328977

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Chocolate Orange Rounds

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Found in "Better Homes & Gardens: Favorite Bars & Cookies" that I found at a yardsale. This recipe jumped out at me immediately. I think it is one of the most impressive cookie recipes I've ever made. I've shortened the steps,... MORE»

Recipe #314354

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Labaneya (Spinach and Yogurt Soup)

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Another recipe from a dear friend's mother - one HECK of a Jewish cook! Very different and distinct. Wonderful!!! MORE»

Recipe #307246

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Portabella Reubens

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Seriously different! I'm not big on rye bread, personally - but its great with pumpernickel. MORE»

Recipe #300102

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Shorbet Ads (Lentil Soup)

(1 reviews) Posted by MechanicalJen  

A dear friend of mine gave me this recipe. Her mother made this for their family while she was growing up. Amazing soup with a surprisingly meaty texture and beautiful color. Wow! Even cooler? The variations she suggested. I've tried the... MORE»

Recipe #297501

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Bean Sprout and Spinach Salad

(2 reviews) Posted by MechanicalJen  

I cannot yet vouch for this recipe. Posting it here before I lose it! Found in Kikkoman Oriential Cooking, this looks so tasty! MORE»

Recipe #295404

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Plantation Pork Cubes

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As a disclaimer, I have not made this yet. Taken from "Prize Winning Recipes". The ones I've tried from here have been great (and they should be, these recipes are prize winners!). This looks very decadent, and I think for myself I'd... MORE»

Recipe #294783

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Edamame Chicken Salad

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No noodles, thank you! I haven't made tihs yet, but it looks great. Waiting for my soybeans to grow this summer. I'm salivating. MORE»

Recipe #293413

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Tomatillo Chicken With Black Beans

(2 reviews) Posted by MechanicalJen  

Blackened veggies and salsas make me think summer! Found in Pampered Chef's "Cooking for Two or More". What a lovely recipe, which sounds much more complicated than it actually is! The salsa makes the dish. MORE»

Recipe #293410

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Oat Bran 'n Ginger Waffles

Posted by MechanicalJen  

I'm a confessed waffle lover. I found this in "Favorite Recipes: Quaker Oat Bran", and haven't had a chance to try it yet - mainly because I keep forgetting about this itty bitty cookbook. Looks great, and maybe someone else here will... MORE»

Recipe #293407

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Cornmeal-Crusted Peach Tarts

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My sister-in-law got me Pampered Chef's "Cooking for Two or More" for Christmas. This one definitely stuck out at me delicate, springy, and great tasty potential! I can't wait to make it. MORE»

Recipe #293323

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Double Oat Muffins

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Found in "Favorite Recipes: Quaker Oat Bran". I haven't tried these yet - putting it up here so I'll remember to make them. Hope you all enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #293317

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Oat Bran Smoothie!

Posted by MechanicalJen  

I haven't tried this yet. Definitely looks like it has potential. Found in "Favorite Recipes: Quaker Oat Bran". The description says that "plenty of ice is the key to this perfect cold and creamy drink". Use with your... MORE»

Recipe #293313

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Cocoa Cinnamon Topper

(1 reviews) Posted by MechanicalJen  

Taken from "Favorite Recipes: Quaker Oat Bran", which I found in an impressive sized stack of cookbooks that my mom gave me. Wish she had tried some of these on us! At any rate, this stuff is great on vanilla yogurt - or whatever else... MORE»

Recipe #293308

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Bran Bagels

Posted by MechanicalJen  

A coworker lent me a book titled "Breads of New England" by Judy Gormand. I haven't had a chance to try these, but he needs the book back! I'm posting this here as reference. Looks very good! MORE»

Recipe #293126

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