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Israeli Couscous
This was the first middle eastern dish I ever made. It was when I began studying Judaism and when I was first discovering Islam and learning about the cultures in the middle east. For this recipe, make...
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Tres Leches Cake (Latin America)
Tres Leches means 3 milks and gets its name from the 3 different kinds of milk added to make the cake. It is a popular dessert in many Latin American countries.Comments:Charlotte, a guest to Diana's...
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Gheimeh (Iran)
One of my favorite foodsStew with yellow split peas and meat (Makes 6 servings)Ingredients:2 onions, peeled and thinly sliced 1 lb. Split breast with bone-in or Stew meat (lamb or beef) cut into 1/2...
View ArticleArroz Blanco "White Rice" (Dominican Republic)
Arroz Blanco is the base of most Dominican lunch menus and the ultimate test of the good Dominican cook. The perfectionists will strive for a tender "arroz graneado" and a thin and crispy...
View ArticleDomplin "Dumplings" (Dominican Republic)
INGREDIENTS:1 1/4 cup of all purpose flour Or a combination of: 1 cup of flour and 1/4 cup of cornmeal 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 cup of water METHOD / DIRECTIONS:Add water (a...
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Dominican Sancocho Stew
One of the most famous meals of the Dominican Republic. We used to make this after a day of swimming at the river.Ingredients:4 pounds of chicken 2 pounds of beef 1.5 pound of goat meat 4 large...
View ArticleMilk and Papaya Drink
Ingredients: 1 ripe papaya6 tablespoons coconut milk5 tablespoons lime juice1/2 teaspoon grated lime peel (optional)4 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon vanilla1/2 cup finely crushed iceDirections: Peel the...
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Moro de Guandules "Rice and Pigeon Peas" (Dominican Republic)
This version of moro de guandules is an obligatory addition to any special meal Dominican-style. It is also part of traditional Dominican Christmas dinner.Serve: 4 people4 cups of rice2 cups of boiled...
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Hummus (Lebanon)
1 lb 1 1/2 oz. Cooked chickpeas (garbanzo beans, see cooking method below, or use canned)10 oz tahini7 oz. lemon juice (about 4 lemons)1 tbsp yogourt1 clove garlic mashed with salt to taste1 ice cube5...
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Dominican style chicken "Pollo guisado"
Yield: 4 Servings2 lbs chicken parts2 limes, halved2 ajÃes verdes (light green pepper)1 small red onion, sliced2 roma tomatoes, quartered2 tsp. olive oil2 tsp. tomato paste2 cloves garlic, mashed1/2...
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Mamouls (My favorite Arabic cookie)
Oven temperature: Preheat at 230? C (450? F), reduce to 180? C (350? F)Cooking time: 20-25 minutes4 ½ cups fine semolina (farina)½ cup caster sugar1 cup milk2 teaspoons confectioner's sugar (powdered...
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Cucumber and Wakame Seaweed Salad (Japan)
I try to include vegetables in my diet a lot so I get bored easily with salads, so I like to mix it up. I love cucumber and seaweed is sooooo good for you, and this salad tastes so good.1 small...
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"Manju" Traditional Steamed Cake (Japan)
I love any kind of steamed cakes, especially humbows. Here's a tasty Japanese recipe.I studied Japanese all through high school and college. I also study Karate. I speak pretty good Japanese, but I...
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Traditional Miso Soup (Japan)
I love home-cooked soups. I fell in love with them when I was working in an authentic French bakery while I was working for the Red Sox so I could learn baking secrets and some French. I would get up...
View ArticleAleecha Vegetable Stew (Ethiopia)
Yield: 8 ServingsI love Ethiopian culture and people. In Seattle I know many people from Ethiopia and I miss the restaurants. Ethiopian food is soo flavorful and healthy. I feel so energized after I...
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Atar Allecha and Niter Kebbeh (Ethiopia)
1/3 cup onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or pressed 1 tablespoon niter kebbeh (See recipe below) 1 cup dry split yellow peas, rinsed and drained 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon salt 3...
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Injera "Ethiopian sponge bread" (To accompany any Ethiopian meal)
What Do I Need?.Teff grain• 1/4 cup teff flour• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour• 1 cup water• a pinch of salt• peanut or vegetable oil• a mixing bowl• a nonstick pan or cast-iron skilletTipIf you have teff...
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Blackberry Cobbler
I love this dessert because its emphasis is on the fruit, and not so much on the sugar. I love berries too. I like to make this dessert because it reminds me of when I was little and I used to pick...
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Polenta Bites with Caramelized Mushrooms (Italy)
Recipe by Michael ChiarelloShow: Easy Entertaining with Michael ChiarelloEpisode: Venetian Tapas Cocktail Party For the polenta:3 cups heavy cream2 cups chicken stock1 teaspoon finely ground sea salt,...
View ArticlePan-Roasted Trout Bruschetta with Chili Vinaigrette (Italy)
Recipe by Michael Chiarello (www.foodnetwork.com)1 large loaf country-style breadExtra-virgin olive oil, for brushing the breadSalt and freshly ground black pepper For the Trout:1/4 cup salt8 trout...
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Chicken Piccata (Italy)
Copyright, 2006, Robin Miller, All rights reservedShow: Quick Fix Meals with Robin MillerEpisode: Spring FlingI'm not a big fan of boneless skinless breast except when on nights when I don't feel like...
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Fuul Nabed (Egyptian Bean and Vegetable Soup)
A popular Egyptian soup, Fuul Nabed is simple and nutritious. I haven't made this yet, but it sounds really hearty and delicious. If you haven't tried Fuul, I highly recommend it. I like to have it for...
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Strawberry Tarts
It's a good idea to make some of the elements of this dessert in advance. I tried this recipe for the first time today. I am fond of this dessert because it reminds me of my days at the French bakery...
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Tarte Tatin (Caramelized Apple Tart - France)
Recipe courtesy Pascal Rigo, The American Boulangerie: French Pastries and Breads for the Home Kitchen, Bay/SOMA Publishing, 2003Online source: www.foodnetwork.comSome people say this upside-down apple...
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Choco-Hoto-Pots
Choco-Hoto-PotsCreated by Nigella Lawson From the show What Ya Cookin'?Prep time: 5 minutesBaking time: 20 minutes:Cooling time: 15 minutesMakes 4 - 6servingsIngredients:Butter for ramekins3/4 cup...
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