dessert
Turkish Yogurt Cake
My understanding is that there is hundreds of versions of yogurt cake eaten all over the world. Although not widely popular here in the U.S., it ought to be, as it is a wonderful recipe addition to the home cook and baker kitchens everywhere. This Turkish version is certainly much lighter than the traditional flour
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Polish Pierogies-Discovering Culture through Food
I always feel lucky when someone shares a recipe with me. Sharing a favorite family recipe is opening a window to their table, to their world and an opportunity for me to discover something new. Over the last few months I have had the opportunity to enjoy traditional Polish foods brought to me by a
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Filipino Chicken Adobo- A Balancing Act
A balance between vinegar and soy sauce it can make for a sharp, salty braising liquid. Add a can of coconut milk, and suddenly the flavors mellow. This is a really interesting combination of flavors that are really quite delicious. This dish could not be easier, with only a few ingredients most that will be
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Ricotta Cheesecake
My husband came across this recipe in the May issue of Bon Appetit. It reminded him of a cheese cake that his Italian grandmother used to prepare. The most difficult part of this recipe was finding an 8-inch spring form pan. After an extensive search of the house and three trips to different retail stores,
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Brazilian Shrimp Soup
I discovered this recipe on Thyme for Wine www.Thymeforwine.blogspot.com and I have lost count of the number of times this soup has been made in my kitchen these last few months. The soup has just a hint of spiciness, loaded with shrimp, sauteed with garlic, peppers, tomatoes and rice, then simmered in a coconut sauce. Who
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Welcome to Sunday Supper and Arroz con Pollo
Welcome to Sunday Supper. Pull-up a chair and stay for awhile. The weather is warm and the beer is cold. Miami is a melting pot of cultures, the food, is a reflection of its diverse culinary traditions. I often think of how the food, growing up in Miami helped to create some of my basic