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Cherry Focaccia Bread

posted August 10, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

After reading Decadence: Dessert, a book by Chef Philip Johnson, I couldn’t get out of my head one recipe. In fact it was right after reading this recipe that I realized how much I missed the taste of fresh cherries. This recipe goes under th (read full article)

Anise Buns

posted August 04, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

A cold and rainy morning like today leads me directly to the temptation for something sweet! Anise Buns Ingredients: 4 ½ C. / 500 gr All-purpose flour / Flour Plain 2 Eggs 1 1/4 C. / 125 gr sugar 4 Tbsp./ 50 gr unsalted butter, room t (read full article)

Spinach Bites

posted July 07, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

These is what J. and I had for lunch today. Spinach is one of my favorites vegetables in the whole world. And use it often in my cooking. Stuffed pastries, salads, stuffed homemade pasta, dips... and other dishes.My Mom used to make these Spinach Bit (read full article)

Flan Recipe -- Flan a la Caramel

posted June 15, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

Today I want to introduce you to: FLAN, yes, a simple and “Delicious Dessert Hard to resist”. Why? …Well, let say after the first bite, your taste buds will THANK YOU FOR LIFE! Traditional Flan also known as caramel custard is a rich custard (read full article)

posted June 05, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

Completo Hot Dog -- Best Dog of LifeCompleto, A Healthy Version of South American Fast Food This Hot Dog is a Unique Creation of Chile and is called “Completo” in spanish/meaning “Complete”. And as you can see in the picture, it is a very (read full article)

posted May 11, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

Simple Onion RollsThese delicate rolls are rich in flavor and taste so good. The best part.."really easy to make" , not a lot of mess and not bread machine required :D. The house is filled with a beautiful aroma of Homemade Bread and memories of chi (read full article)

posted April 13, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

Ricotta Cake--Torta de RicottaRicotta Cake/Torta de RicottaToday I was thinking what to do with my “250 grams of Ricotta” waiting in a fridge for me to take it and do something delicious with it. I didn't want to make “Tiramisu” again --eve (read full article)

posted April 02, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

Cheesy Garden Stuffed Peppers --Pimientos Rellenos "Jardin con Queso""Mmm...I Love Sour Cream"Well, today I decided to make one of Hubby J. favorites. Let me tell you what happened. Ok. Last weekend, while I was doing a marathon of domestic chores (read full article)

posted March 04, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

Chausson a la Volaille and French Cooking Classes"Chausson a la Volaille"During this time I've been taken classes of French cuisine and I just learned this recipe last week. I love it! And one of the reasons, besides the "Delisious Taste", the first (read full article)

posted March 02, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

Caramelized Apple Sponge Cake"Caramelized Apple Sponge Cake"I baked this cake this morning-And it will be my surprise for afternoon tea for J.-He was asking me for -"tea cake"- since last weekend. So this morning I woke up early-before he woke up-and (read full article)

posted January 13, 2028 in Al Dente Gourmet

Sushi Rice"Tuna and Avocado Sushi Roll "How to Cook Sushi Rice2 C. Rice sushi or short grain rice 2 C. water, plus extra for rinsing rice 1 / 3 C. Rice vinegar3 Tbsp sugar1 tsp salt Preparation:Place the rice into a bowl and cover with cool wate (read full article)

posted December 18, 2015 in Al Dente Gourmet

Mom’s Apple Dessert "Compota de Manzanas--Apple Compote"This recipe is simple and very refreshing, especially for summer time. My Mom makes this Apple Dessert often and I love It! Is easy to make, inexpensive and it will save you a lot of time . Al (read full article)

posted February 02, 2015 in Al Dente Gourmet

Memories of Argentina Summer time and Arroz con Leche/Rice PuddingArroz con Leche/Rice PuddingThree days ago, I said to myself:”One dish that I definitely have to make this summer is “Arroz con Leche”/Rice Pudding. It’s such a “Delicious” (read full article)

posted November 09, 2014 in Al Dente Gourmet

Homemade Pizza Dough "European Style"2 1 / 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp active dry yeast 1 1/2 C. lukewarm water2 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 tbsp sugar 1 tsp salt Preparation: In a bowl dissolve yeast and sugar in lukewarm water. Mix all ing (read full article)

Seasoned Couscous

posted August 17, 2010 in Pots and Plots

There were so many fantastic recipes in this month’s Simple and Delicious (Aug/Sept) that I hardly knew where to start.  In search of a quick afternoon snack (yes, snack, I’m weird), I went to this seasoned couscous from page 27.   It& (read full article)

Fouacé and Rillettes.

posted August 17, 2010 in haddock in the kitchen

I can say that when I first watched fouacé being made, it was a fascinating experience. It is a locally made bread, not unlike pitta in appearance that these days is limited to artisan or home production, for those lucky enough to own a wood fired (read full article)

SinkPositive Accessory Sink: Fresh Water For Your Hands, Graywater For The Bowl

posted August 17, 2010 in EcoMeg

Every once in a while I stumble across a cool green gadget.  This is one I saw yesterday.  You just replace your toilet lid with this SinkPositive Accessory Lid, attach a hose to the refill... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we (read full article)

Railway Mutton Curry

posted August 17, 2010 in niyas's world

Source - Deccan Chronicle, Chennai EditionRailway Mutton Curry is a direct throw back to the days of the British Raj in India, when traveling by train was considered aristocratic. This very popular and slightly spicy dish was served in Railway Refres (read full article)

Introducing........Sienna Goretti.

posted August 17, 2010 in The Busy Budgeting Mama

Ok are you ready for picture overload?!? i just can't help myself. we are so overflowing with joy right now!  We are so excited to share with everyone our newest bundle of joy!! My Labor Story The doctor told us to leave our ho (read full article)

Assorted Pakoras | Fritters

posted August 17, 2010 in Indian Khana

Most of us like/love pakoda/fritters over a cup of tea.  I have tried so many times to post a pakoda recipe but it never really happened so this time I made up my mind I have, this was part of starter for a small together we had this Sunday.&nbs (read full article)

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