Cloves

Stuffed Peppers

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Stuffed Peppers Dona Foltz 6 medium green peppers 1 pound lean ground beef 1 small onion 2 cloves garlic Salt and pepper to taste 1 can (16 ounces) whole tomatoes 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup uncooked rice 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled (optional) 6 slices Cheddar cheese or processed American cheese … Read more

Cuban Bean Soup

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While in Tampa for work, I enjoyed a nice evening at Columbia Cafe. I especially enjoyed their Cuban Bean Soup. This is my recreation of that soup. This is a modification of Spanish Bean Soup, from tasteofcuba.com.

I often use a frozen package of chopped onions, peppers, and celery rather than the fresh ingredients.

Original recipe: http://www.tasteofcuba.com/spanishbeansoup.html

  • 1 large green pepper, diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 6-7 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 2 cans of garbanzo beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 5 to 6 medium russet potatoes, cubed (about 1 1/2 inches)
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 2 quarts or so of chicken stock or water
  • 2 bay leaves
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 ham steak, cubed
  • 1 package sausage

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Carnitas

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Source: Steinman & Kita. Guy Gourmet. Ingredients 2 pounds pork butt cut into 1.5 inch chunks 1 tablespoon lard or vegetable oil 1.5 cups water 1/2 orange, unpeeled and cut into 2 pieces 1/2 medium white onion, thinly sliced 4 cloves garlic, peeled 1 teaspon dried oregano 1 teaspoon table salt or 2 teaspoons coarse … Read more

Thai Peanut Sauce

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This recipe is from the ECU Gourmet Club 3/2/2002 One large yellow onion One large piece of fresh ginger…2 or 3 ounces Two cloves garlic (we use more) 1/3 cup water 1/4 cup creamy natural peanut butter (normal works just fine) 1/2 teaspoon cayenne One tablespoon soy sauce Sesame oil Two tablespoons brown sugar (we … Read more

Persian Eggplant Stew

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Translated

http://www.familyspice.com/recipe_html/persian_eggplant_stew.html (basic recipe I used)

http://c-marie.suite101.com/persian-eggplant-stew–authentic-recipe-for-khoreshe-bodemjoon-a364970

 

Firstly the meat does not need to be beef, it can be made with lamb as well (i personally prefer lamb, it has more flavour). The meat is usually boneless, lean, and is cut into pieces of about 2x3x1.5 cm.

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Round Steak Smothered in Brown Gravy, Shiitake Mushrooms, and Onions

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Source: Passionate Vegetarian, Crescent Dragonwagon Serves 6 or 4 very hearty portions Note: The roux for this recipe can be made in advance and refrigerated for up to 2 days. The roux takes about 45 – 75 minutes to prepare and cannot be hurried. 1 tablespoon butter Cooking spray 2 medium onions, sliced vertically into … Read more

Creamy Garlic Soup with White Wine and Tiny Garlic Croutons

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Source: Dairy Hollow House Soup and Bread, Crescent Dragonwagon Makes about 6 cups. “No substitutions work. Make it just once in your life if you must, but make it right or don’t make it at all.” Crescent Dragonwagon ½ cup (1 stick) butter 4 whole heads of garlic, cloves separated and peeled Tiny Garlic Croutons … Read more

Hummus

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Bryan’s Hummus This is the result of Laura’s love of hummus while expecting. I combined about 5 recipes in an attempt to mimic the hummus served at a local mideastern restaurant. Ingredients 2 cans chickpeas / garbanzo beans (rinsed and drained) OR freshly cooked beans (see note) 2 or more cloves fresh garlic (or more … Read more