Callu's

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Recipes

Easy Avocado Salad (Vegan!)

Posted by Callu  

This is a very simple salad that is the perfect change of pace. It requires fresh ingredients but is filling, tasty and really good for you! You get a wonderful mix of textures and the flavors were meant to be together! MORE»

Recipe #391029

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Zucchini Relish

(1 reviews) Posted by Callu  

This is one of my favorite condiments and is a good way to use up some extra zucchini you may have on hand in summer. It seems like a lot of steps but I can do a whole batch in less than an hour and it is so YUUMY! MORE»

Recipe #386959

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Easy Butter Cookies

Posted by Callu  

These are light and delicate while still being easy to make and the recipe only requires 3 ingredients! A friend and I always made these in high school and the recipe is so easy I always remember it off the top of my head. MORE»

Recipe #343419

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Molasses-Free Gingerbread

Posted by Callu  

This is a nice rolled spice cookie that has all the seasoning of gingerbread only without molasses. I rarely have molasses on hand and this makes cookies half way between a good sugar cookie and gingerbread. Light and crisp and they can be frosted... MORE»

Recipe #343321

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Pumpkin Pie Minis

Posted by Callu  

I love pumpkin! These mini pies are an easy make-ahead dessert for potlucks, bake sales, catering or a buffet table. A great crowd-pleasing dessert to have around Thanksgiving! MORE»

Recipe #340121

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Perfectly Seasoned Italian Meatballs

Posted by Callu  

Meatballs for those who are not confident “seasoners”. I developed this one day when I wanted to make homemade meatballs and wanted to use what I had in my kitchen instead of buying more ingredients at the store. It uses a packets of readily... MORE»

Recipe #278603

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Romanina Bean Dip (Fasole Batuta)

Posted by Callu  

This is a traditional Romanian dip that goes great with crusty bread. It is pretty mild in flavor and appropriate for pretty much any crowd. MORE»

Recipe #276979

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Romanian Mititei (Mici)

(2 reviews) Posted by Callu  

These little yummies are THE smell encountered at any Romanian Piatsa (outdoor market). They are the closest thing you find to Romanian street food. They are very flavorful and smell incredibly good while grilling. MORE»

Recipe #276954

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Hot Spiced Wine

Posted by Callu  

This was a staple in winter while I lived in Romania. It warms you up and then it warms you up. It is also forgiving if you have a cheapie bottle of wine and are not sure what to do with it. MORE»

Recipe #276925

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Easy Avocado Salsa

Posted by Callu  

This is my favorite condiment! It is basically a chunkier version of guacamole. It is yummy on just about everything. It can be a dip, but it shines as a topping for fish, chicken or eggs. I even put it on our homemade pizza (after it comes out of... MORE»

Recipe #276703

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Romanian Eggplant Spread (Salata De Vinate)

(1 reviews) Posted by Callu  

This is the recipe for Salata de Vinate that I learned when I lived in Romania in the late 90's. It is DELICIOUS!!!! It is something I still get cravings for and is a nice change from its middle eastern cousins. To get the "real" flavor... MORE»

Recipe #276672

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Romanian Zacusca

(3 reviews) Posted by Callu  

A traditional vegetable spread found in Romania (probably in other neighboring countries as well). It is delicious on crust bread or even as a topping on rice for a quickie vegetarian meal. It is also excellent as a sandwich spread. This recipe is... MORE»

Recipe #276662

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Beet & Celery Root Potato Salad

Posted by Callu  

This is a fantastic way to use a variety of root vegetables! The end result is beautifully colored with each ingredient being its own shade of pink. I also like the way that it has layers of texture. It can be hard to do with root vegetables. If... MORE»

Recipe #275883

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Beautiful Beet Risotto

Posted by Callu  

This risotto is a gorgeous deep rich pink color when finished. It is also incredibly nutritious and wonderfully delicious. It is just all around wonderful. Don't be afraid of the risotto either. It requires a lot of stirring but is easier than you... MORE»

Recipe #275548

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Garlic Lover's Leg of Lamb

Posted by Callu  

I love Lamb, but hate mint. This is inspired by my favorite Cuban Pork recipe and then simplified to ingredients I have on hand. It is garlicky and zesty and MINT FREE!!! MORE»

Recipe #202886

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Corned Game Birds

Posted by Callu  

I find that after hunting I am expected to prepare whatever delicacies the boys have brought home. This recipe can make even the toughest game bird into lean delicious corned lunch meat (like corned beef!). This recipe will do about 8 grouse or... MORE»

Recipe #202793

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