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PARSLEY sun-dried TOMATO PESTO on PASTA

PARSLEY sun-dried TOMATO PESTO on PASTA by Foodessa

I opened the fridge to be happily greeted by a beautiful bouquet of parsley. With this, I was inspired to create a parsley sun-dried tomato pesto. This wonderful sauce turned out great! Pouring it on one of my favourite meal...PASTA...was truly a delectable bonus ;0)

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CLEMENTINE CHOCOLATE and NUT torte cake

CLEMENTINE CHOCOLATE and NUT torte cake by Foodessa

Easy flourless cake creation. This cake is extremely flavourful as well as invitingly aromatic. I certainly do love desserts with a combo of citrus, chocolate and nuts. This torte turned out absolutely delicious and memorable. A must try ;o) For a detailed post...refer to:…

1 vote
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Yogurt creamy CHOCOLATE fondue dip...just 4 ingredients!

Yogurt creamy CHOCOLATE fondue dip...just 4 ingredients! by Foodessa

With all recipes of the typical Chocolate Fondues combined, none have come close to this light, scrumptious and decadent guiltless version. Over the years and many experimental tries later, I finally managed to make the ingredients blend just right. The fact that there's no need for a bottom burner to keep the chocolate soft and…

3 votes
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Bass boat of the coast Ripostes, smoked salt and the first hay and alfalfa valleys Iblee with salicornia and potatoes.

Bass boat of the coast Ripostes, smoked salt and the first hay and alfalfa valleys Iblee with salicornia and potatoes. by GianMaria Le Mura

Recipe created for the very curious and Sicily as well Ripostes

5 votes
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Hank's Chilli Fudge

Hank's Chilli Fudge by Henry Moline

This can be a appetizer or just a plain snack during gamedays. It's real simple and tastes great.

1 vote
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Meatless Fridays #1– Vegetarian Chili

Meatless Fridays #1– Vegetarian Chili by Ed Schenk

This is the first in a series of meatless Friday posts. Today we are having vegetarian chili. Lately even if I make chili with meat I add just a little bit. As it happens the older I get the more I seem to appreciate non meat dishes. This is not to say that I am a burgeoning vegetarian,I still love steak, ribs and chicken, But I eat…

2 votes
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Italian Baked Mashed Potato Croquettes

Italian Baked Mashed Potato Croquettes by Claudia lamascolo

A very delicate crunch and hardly no fat to worry about baking them instead of frying. Grandma's recipe adapted to a healthier new way! Still full of flavor! Love potatoes? This is a must try!

18 votes
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Grandma's Soft Italian Cookies with Frosting

Grandma's Soft Italian Cookies with Frosting by Claudia lamascolo

My grandma, mom, have handed down from generation to generation...a simple recipe and traditional Italian cookie. Please check out the links below the recipes for more of grandma's favorite Italian Style Cookies!

36 votes
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Lasagne Verdi all Bolognese

Lasagne Verdi all Bolognese by Carmelita

This is the recipe that I have learnt to make in Bologna. It does take long preparation but it is well worth it. The Lasagne - the dish is called Lasagna in Naples but always Lasagne here - are light, the layers separate, very little bechamel is used. So the dish is rich and tasty without being heavy. It is the pride and joy of…

4 votes
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Grilled Cremini Mushroom and Fennel Salad

Grilled Cremini Mushroom and Fennel Salad by Debi Shawcross

A fantastic winter salad featuring fresh fennel, grilled mushrooms, and a bright lemon basil vinaigrette.

1 vote
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Beet and Cashew Croquettes with Tahini Sauce

Beet and Cashew Croquettes with Tahini Sauce by Casey Angelova

Last week, I went to dinner at Cru in Sofia and I had the most awesome dish, Beet and Cashew Croquettes with Tahini Sauce. Currently, I am on the Liver Cleanse Diet, which encourages the eating of red and orange vegetables, such as beets, carrots and sweet potatoes. When I saw the beet dish on the menu, I didn't have my expectations…

1 vote
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Porchetta, Bean, and Kale Stew

Porchetta, Bean, and Kale Stew by Debi Shawcross

A hearty stew made from leftover Porchetta

1 vote
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Ciambellone Classico (Classic Pound Cake-Italian Style) copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati

Ciambellone Classico (Classic Pound Cake-Italian Style) copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati by maria liberati

This is the classic Italian pound cake and comes form my second book, winner of the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2009, The Basic Art of Italian Cooking: Holidays & Special Occasions. I love this recipe because it is quick to make and you can adapt it…

5 votes
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chicken nachos

chicken nachos by dp

Amazing fully loaded chicken nachos real authentic goodness great for parties. Who doesn't love real great nacho goodness ??? This is a chicken recipe but you can substitute for Steak, Ground Beef, Barbacoa , shrimp or shredded pork as well as vegetarians can use grilled Portabella Mushrooms and grilled…

13 votes
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crab and cream cheese enchiladas

crab and cream cheese enchiladas by dp

Crab and cream cheese enchiladas are a soft, warm ,creamy ,delicious ,and spicy variation to a beef enchiladas recipe that i make quite often and it turned out to be amazing enjoy. Let me know what you think Thank you

3 votes
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