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GỎI CUỐN VIETNAMESE SPRING ROLLS
Spring rolls are a favorite in our home, and we eat them throughout the year. Loaded with vegetables and herbs, they taste fresh and have a light feel. This classic Vietnamese spring roll recipe is...
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GUACAMOLE
Most people have their own way of making guacamole. Texture is important to me, so I like guacamole a little chunky, making each bite a little different. On the other hand, my husband likes it creamy...
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TUNA TARTARE ON A BED OF GUACAMOLE
This beautiful and healthy starter will impress your guests and it is super easy to prepare. You really can’t go wrong making it. It is of course important that you buy a quality piece of tuna that is...
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AREPAS WITH GUACAMOLE AND ARUGULA SALAD
Here is an easy suggestion for a healthy vegetarian and gluten free meal. I like arepas because they are filling, crispy and tasty – a great healthier alternative to a sandwich. INGREDIENTS (makes 4...
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SPRING ROLLS WITH CARAMELIZED PORK
The great thing about spring rolls is that they are delicious, easy to make, and you can fill them with whatever you like. The following recipe is close to a classic Vietnamese spring roll, except I...
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STRING BEAN CASSEROLE
This dish is great for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Last Christmas, I hosted my first non-traditional Christmas dinner. We invited any local family and friends with no plans, packing 16 guests into my...
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MAC N’ CHEESE
I tried mac n’ cheese for the first time years ago while I was on a date with my husband-to-be at a hip West Village restaurant. He ordered a dish with three varieties of gourmet mac n’ cheese, but I...
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HEALTHY VEGGIE LASAGNA
Even meat lovers will love this recipe. It is packed with vegetables, easy to make, and the smell of the roasted veggies will make your mouth water. Classic lasagna recipes can be pretty heavy, so...
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CURRY CHICKEN POTPIE
Chicken potpie is one of my husband’s favorite meals, and I have to admit that eating this on a cold day hits the spot. This curry version is a twist on the classic comfort food, and is one of my...
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GERDA’S AMERICAN DATE CAKE
When I was growing up in Denmark, I didn’t have much extended family nearby. As a result, I considered my parents’ Danish friends as family. One example is Gerda and Herluf, my unofficial...
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SAUTEED BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Brussels sprouts are wonderful, but they are an acquired taste for some due to their slightly bitter flavor. This dish is perfect way to make Brussels sprouts accessible to almost anyone – the bacon...
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ISRAELI QUINOA SALAD
If you are on a diet or just want to eat healthy, this dish is the way to go. Quinoa is a considered the new superfood and pomegranate is extremely rich in antioxidants. Pair the dish with a green...
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CARROT, BEET AND ARUGULA SALAD
Beets are in season, and so good for your body and health. They are rich in nutrients and antioxidants, have strong anti-inflammatory properties, serve as a great detoxifying cleanse for your body, and...
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CRISPY TOFU IN OYSTER SAUCE
This is a simple but tasty tofu dish that works well alone as a snack, or as part of a Asian-themed meal. TOFU: 1 package (14 oz. / 400 grams) extra firm tofu 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2...
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FRIKADELLER (DANISH MEATBALLS)
Frikadeller (Danish meatballs) are one of the great traditional Danish foods, but they also exist in many other northern countries with different variations of pork, veal and beef. In Denmark they are...
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Remoulade
Remoulade is a Danish type of tartar sauce. Usually the Danes eat it as a topping on their open-faced sandwiches (“smørrebrød”) or as a dip for their fried food. It is addictingly good when homemade....
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DANISH AGURKESALAT (“CUCUMBER SALAD”)
Here is a little for the pickling enthusiasts. This mildly pickled cucumber is great in sandwiches and it is one of the alternative toppings that works well in combination with liver pâté...
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RISALAMANDE WITH CHERRY SAUCE
Risalamande means ‘rice with almonds’, and is a grand Danish Christmas dessert tradition. While not overly sweet, it is quite filling and can be challenging to eat after gorging on a heavy Danish...
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MOROCCAN BUTTERNUT SQUASH STEW
This Moroccan style stew is a wonderful winter dish. It is filled with flavors from the butternut squash and cinnamon, and it happens to be a very healthy vegetarian or vegan dish. The stew can be...
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COCONUT FLAN
My first experience with flan could best be described as love-at-first-taste. For years thereafter it has been among my favorite dessert dishes to serve my friends and family. Aside from being very...
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