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Ricotta Gnocchi with browned Thyme Butter

July 31, 2012
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This ricotta gnocchi with browned thyme butter dish has been in my recipe archive forever. I mean for years. I have also read about them in several German food blogs and everybody raved about the outcome. I knew these ricotta gnocchi would be a winner, but really wasn’t expecting; pillow-like clouds!! My son told me […]

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Spanakopita Cups Appetizer Recipe

June 16, 2012
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One of my favorite appetizers to serve is Spanakopita. Spanakopita is a very traditional Greek snack were phyllo dough gets filled with a mixture of spinach, feta cheese, dill, eggs and onions. Traditionally the phyllo dough is rolled into small triangles, but I decided that little cups would make for a much nicer presentation. Spanakopita […]

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Grilled Tandoori Chicken Skewers

June 9, 2012
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Time is flying these days and the weather is demanding  summer grilling. Indian style chicken skewers are perfect for the task. They are easy to prepare ahead and grilled in just a few minutes. No need for a tandoori oven, your barbeque is just fine. Marinate the chicken in yogurt that is flavored with ginger, […]

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Organic Yellow Split Pea Soup with Bacon

February 22, 2012
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  Here is my twist on a traditional pea soup the way I remember my German aunt preparing it. She served pea soup with some rustic bread and a Frankfurter sausage. My variation substitutes bacon for the sausage and uses the sweeter yellow split peas. I also added lots of veggies including leek, carrots, onions […]

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3. Sunday of Advent and Savory Sage-Parmesan Sables

December 11, 2011
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Sables are French butter cookies form the northern part of France. They are usually citrus flavored and also go very well with a marmalade coating. Here the sables are turned into a savory treat through the addition of Parmesan cheese and fresh sage. This savory sage-Parmesan shortbread has a very delicate crumb and makes for […]

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Sweet And Spicy Rosemary Nut Mixture

December 2, 2011
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Are you looking for an irresistible appetizer idea to serve with some drinks for your Holiday get together? Serve some hot Spanish paprika spiced nuts covered with maple syrup, rosemary and sprinkled with salt. This is a very addictive snack. You may want to double the recipe, just in case! This sweet and spicy rosemary […]

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Spicy Red Cabbage Kohlrabi Salad

October 11, 2011
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It snowed last weekend. Yes, winter arrived earlier than usually. Can you believe it? I hope this doesn’t lead us into lots of cold weather down the road since I am not up for it yet. I mean, I am really never up for it, except that I need some snow to enjoy my time […]

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Roasted Pepper Soup

September 25, 2011
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Let’s continue with another recipe that can be prepared ahead and on the dinner table in no time like this roasted pepper soup. Roasting vegetables brings out the very best flavors. I make a lot of my soups via the roasting method in the oven. They are quick, healthy, freeze easily and are reheated and […]

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German Kohlrabi-Apple-Radish Salad

August 9, 2011
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Every Saturday morning after breakfast it is time for me to shop for my weekly produce at my local farmers market. The market isn’t very big, but I like the vendors and the produce they sell since it is all Colorado grown. One of my preferred stops at the market is the Martindale Farm’s stand […]

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Pomegranate Vinaigrette on Roasted Asparagus

May 5, 2011
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Fresh green asparagus is one of my most favorite spring time vegetables, preferably roasted, since it gives an extra flavor boost to the asparagus. Here I am serving the roasted asparagus with vinaigrette made out of pomegranate molasses, aged balsamic vinegar and a good organic olive oil. A healthy and quick side dish that goes […]

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