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Salad Olivier

Frank

Salad Olivier was invented and served for the first time at the Winter Palace to Tsar Nicholas II by his French chef, Monsieur Oliver. Unlike his royal employer, the chef escaped from Russia after the Revolution and prospered as proprietor Read More …

Spring Thyme Onion Tart (Quiche)

Frank

This fragrant, appetizing quiche is a lower-fat version than many but its flavor is outstanding. The lively seasonal tastes of green spring onions, mild cheese, and fresh thyme make it a great choice for a light spring supper. Omega-3 oils, Read More …

Chilled Paella Curry

Frank

This paella recipe demonstrates how the dish may successfully use nontraditional ingredients. Here, the rice is made heavier with the generous use of sour cream and mayonnaise, which in turn provide a creamy balance to the artichokes, mushrooms, and stuffed Read More …

Crema Catalana

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Because of its crisp, caramelized topping, this creamy Catalan dessert is often compared to the French creme brulee. Sweet Catalan cream, however, is not as heavy or rich as its French cousin, and thus makes a more pleasant ending to Read More …

Arroz negro (Black Rice)

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Black rice (arroz negro) is popular along the entire Mediterranean coast of Spain, but specially in Castellon de la Plana, the extreme north of the Valencian Community, and in Tarragona, the most southern area of neighboring Catalonia. The original recipe Read More …

Low Fat Butter Bean and Corn Chowder (high fiber)

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Butter beans are a large lima bean. (Often, you will find baby lima beans in the frozen section of your market.) They are mellow, with a creamy flavor that makes them perfect for soup. 1 cup vegetable broth 2 cups Read More …

Sour Cream Jalapeno Corn Muffins

Frank

Wonderful with ribs or other barbecued meat. The larger the amount of Jalapeno makes a very peppery muffin. Serve at any temperature. 1-1/2 cups yellow corn meal 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar 1 Tablespoon baking powder 1 Read More …

Pineapple Chili Mustard

Frank

Here is a fruity, cool mustard which has a wonderful flavor by not that much heat. But what’s to stop you customizing any of these recipes. They are all three, good basic recipes. This goes well with fish, meats of Read More …

Orange Cilantro Vinaigrette

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This is a refreshing salad dressing that is served on mixed baby lettuces with a Grilled Cracked Peppercorn Swordfish. The bright, citrus flavor makes a great summer salad. 1 clove garlic 2 tablespoons pine nuts 1/2 cup olive oil 1 Read More …

Low Fat Creamy Vinaigrette

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Pureeing the artichoke hearts makes this a wonderfully smooth dressing. After making the dressing, you will still have half a can of artichoke hearts left, just toss them in with your salad. 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup olive oil Read More …

Pink Champagne Truffles

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Champagne truffles are one of life’s little luxuries. Is there a woman out there who would not admit to having a penchant for the odd Champagne truffle from time to time? Well, this gem of a recipe combines dark and Read More …

Chinese Beef with Broccoli

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A Chinese classic that translates well to the dinner table. Freshly steamed rice completes the meal. Partially freezing the flank steak makes it a breeze to slice thinly. 1 pound flank steak, partially frozen 1/2 cup oyster sauce 1/4 cup Read More …

Stir Fried Flank Steak with Green Peppers

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Very thin strips of flank steak are the key to tender, quick-cooking meat. This makes an easy, simple meal served with steamed rice. 1 pound beef flank steak 1/2 cup beef broth 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons sherry 1 tablespoon Read More …

Raspberry Vinegar

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The exceptionally fine aroma of this home-made vinegar makes the effort involved in preparing it well worth while. It can also be made with blackberries or blackcurrants. Fruit vinegars make delicious dressings for modern gourmand salads made with shellfish, raw Read More …

Classic Minestrone Soup

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Minestrone is an Italian soup that simply means “dish up.” Typically it is made with fresh vegetables, tomatoes and can have beans, pasta and rice in it. It can contain meat or meat broths or be strickly vegetarian. Minestrone is Read More …

Ensalada de Jicama con Melon (Jicama-Melon Salad)

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Although many fresh condiments in Mexican cuisine are called pico de gallo (rooster’s beak), this refreshing salad from the Mexican state of Jalisco is known as Pico de Gallo. Depending on the seasonal availability of fresh fruit, the salad is Read More …

Grilled California Asparagus and Mushroom Salad with Shaved Parmesan

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The crisp texture and herbaceous flavor of the asparagus tastily contrasts with the spongy texture and earthy flavor of mushrooms. Kissed with a lively lemon dressing, this dish makes a perfect appetizer, small plate or even a light entree. Go Read More …

Grilled California Asparagus with Romesco Sauce

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This piquant sauce from Spain plays point and counterpoint with the palate. The contrast of the bright green of the spears with the red of the sauce, makes an eye-catching combo. Makes 12 servings 1 2/3 cups (12 ounces) prepared Read More …

Cherry Slurpee

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Here’s a clone recipe for that popular convenience store slush that most everyone knows from the excruciating brain freeze that follows a big gulp. You must have a blender to make this clone of 7-11’s Slurpee, and enough room to Read More …

Exceptional Blackberry Jelly

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Want to make a blackberry jelly that your friends and family will rave about? This recipe makes an exceptional jelly. This recipe is special. Natural pectin in apples is used to thicken the jelly rather than powdered pectin. 12 cups Read More …

French’s® Roasted Chili Mustard Burger

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Give guests the international flavor they’re looking for. This roasted chili-and-cumin mustard makes it easy to create a one-of-a-kind signature cheeseburger with a Hispanic twist. 1/2 cup French’s® Classic Yellow® Mustard 2 tbsp. Mayonnaise 1/2 tsp. Cumin 1 cup Roasted Read More …

Molasses Barbecue Beans

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A family favorite that is really good and very easy to make. This barbecued bean recipe makes a terrific side dish for any picnic or barbecue and draws raves from everyone. It’s a great summer-time dish that is prepared on Read More …

Peach Crumble Pie

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Two wonderful desserts combined into one, even better… Take your simple peach crumble, throw it on top your basic peach pie, and you get this rich and scrumptious dessert. Sweet peaches flavored with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg are covered Read More …

Overnight Oatmeal: Steel-Cut Oats in 10 Minutes

Frank

This ingenious recipe for overnight oatmeal makes cooking steel-cut oats a cinch. The previous night you boil six cups of water, stir in the oatmeal, let boil for 1-minute, turn off the heat and cover. The next morning, you turn Read More …

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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Super easy and deeply flavorful. Roasting makes the Brussels sprouts all crispy and caramelized on the outside while the insides are perfectly tender with none of the bitterness typically found in brussel sprouts. The roasting also gives them a sweeter Read More …

Mushrooms Sauteed with Garlic Butter

Frank

This simple yet elegant dish makes a delicious first course or, served in smaller portions, a superb amuse-gueule. 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter 1 tablespoon garlic; finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon Salt 1/4 teaspoon Fresh ground black pepper 3/4 pound small white Read More …

Crispy Bars Supreme

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A dash of cinnamon adds even more rich flavor to these easy bars. Rice cereal makes them crunchy while Raisinets add both a chewy texture and a burst of chocolate in each bite. 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking Read More …

Macaroni and Cheese with Chicken

Frank

Fully cooked chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces makes a tasty and nutritious addition to the old family favorite, macaroni and cheese. Serve with stir-fried broccoli and a sliced baguette. 1 (12-ounce) package STOUFFER’S® Macaroni and Cheese 12oz, prepared according to Read More …