FolkDiva's

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Recipes

Smoothie in Paradise

Posted by FolkDiva  

Pineapple, mango, banana and coconut....why shouldn't breakfast remind you of a caribbean vacation?!?! I've been playing mad scientist with the blender lately and this is my favorite concoction yet. The most important thing I've learned about... MORE»

Recipe #391253

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Grilled Portobellos With Pesto, Tomatoes and Feta

(3 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

Many thanks to my dear friend Joanna who served these beautiful and oh-so-flavorful mushroom "steaks" for dinner the other night. I thought I had died and gone to Vegetarian Heaven! We had them as the main course, but they can also be... MORE»

Recipe #384927

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Western One Pan Cake

(3 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

Another family favorite from my most treasured recipe book; Towns, Trails and Special Times. This cake is moist and fabulous.....and the easy 'one pan' technique makes it fun to prepare with a 'little chef'! MORE»

Recipe #379660

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Porcupine Beef

(2 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

From Towns, Trails and Special Times. Not your everyday meatballs! MORE»

Recipe #379658

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Thai Basil Bliss

Posted by FolkDiva  

Can't keep up with all the fresh basil from your kitchen garden?!?!?! Mix a drink or two! Found this in the NY Times (with credit given to “Mix Shake Stir” (Little, Brown, 2009)). MORE»

Recipe #378683

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Berry-Peach Cobbler With Sugared Almonds

(1 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

From Cooking Light magazine. Looks oh-so-yummy! Posted here for when I'm eating carbs again! MORE»

Recipe #378424

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Wheat Berry Salad With Goat Cheese

(1 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

Gleaned from Cooking Light magazine and posted here for safekeeping. Prep time does not include the overnight (8 hour) soak for the wheat berries. MORE»

Recipe #378343

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Avocado Tomato and Olive Salsa

(6 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

This is a HEARTY and oh-so-delicious salsa/salad/dip (I can not really decide what to consider it). Great on tortilla chips or right off of a spoon!! It's a good idea to soak your diced avacados briefly in a little lemon juice right after... MORE»

Recipe #375775

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Basic Ancho Chile Puree

Posted by FolkDiva  

I was preparing Spicy Rum-Black Pepper Glazed Filet Mignon posted by Mommy Diva and found this recipe/technique online for the ancho chile puree called for. Apparently, the Food Network's Bobby Flay uses this puree in several recipes. Prep time does not include the 1... MORE»

Recipe #375342

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Jamaican Pepper Shrimp

(2 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

An easy recipe for spicy jamaican peel and eat shrimp. These make a great appetizer/first course for a barbeque. MORE»

Recipe #373357

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Cuban Stuffed Avocados

(1 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

From All About Cuban Cooking, by Josefina Alvarez. Posted here for Zaar World Tour 5. MORE»

Recipe #372874

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Okra Fried the Louisiana Way

(1 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

Cooking the okra slightly in salted water helps tenderize it (especially important for larger okra, which tends to be more tough). But be carefull not to overcook.....placing it immediately in ice water after the two minute boil will stop the... MORE»

Recipe #372689

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Traditional 8 Layer Doberge Cake

(1 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

This came to me second hand, but I'm told it is the original recipe from "Let's Bake with Beulah Ledner", compiled by the daughter of the "Doberge Queen of New Orleans" after her death. And in case you are interested, the... MORE»

Recipe #372685

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Cajun Dirty Rice Dressing

(2 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

My early years were split between rural east Texas and the heart of Louisiana's Cajun Country....back in my elementary days (before school lunches came frozen in boxes) this was a lunch room staple in Lafayette, Louisiana.....prepared daily by the... MORE»

Recipe #372675

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Aztec Oranges

(1 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

Refreshing fruit salad flavored with tequila and lime! MORE»

Recipe #370782

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Citrus Salad With Pomegranate

(1 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

Posted here for ZWT5 and for safekeeping....can not wait to try this one. What a wonderful summer salad idea. From The Mexican Cookbook. MORE»

Recipe #370520

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Peach and Pecan Empanadas

Posted by FolkDiva  

Fresh peaches and pecans offer a sweet alternative to savory empanadas. These are easy and fun to make. Apricots or mangoes may be used in place of the peaches. MORE»

Recipe #370501

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Spicy-Sweet Beef Empanadas (Mexico)

(1 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

Who doesn't love a warm empanada?!?! These savory turnovers make great appetizers because you can prep them ahead of time and freeze for up to a month....and they still taste fantastic! MORE»

Recipe #370499

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Ropa Vieja (Mexico)

(1 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

Tender beef is shredded and browned, then folded into warm tortillas along with crisp veggies and your choice of garnish for an upscale taco night! *Prep time does not include 30 minutes cooling. MORE»

Recipe #370496

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Rissóis De Camarão (Portuguese Shrimp Turnovers)

(1 reviews) Posted by FolkDiva  

From Portuguese Homestyle Cooking by Ana Patuleia Ortins. Submitted for Zaar World Tour 5. Not a quick and easy recipe, but for a special event, I think these would make a wonderful appetizer! And can be made ahead and frozen before frying.... MORE»

Recipe #369873

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