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Pumpkin and Roasted Pepper Soup

Creamy pumpkin and roasted pepper soup with onions, tomatoes, fresh herbs, and smoky roasted red peppers. After too many heat waves this year, I’ve been craving all the goodies that come with fall, especially soups and pumpkins. We got to enjoy few days of cooler temperatures last week and it […]

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Puff Pastry Alsatian Tart

A delicious savory puff pastry tart made with crème fraîche, bacon, sliced onions, and Gruyère cheese. I fell in love with this delicious tart after trying a frozen version from Trader Joe’s. It had a crispy, flaky crust topped with crème fraîche, bacon, onions, and Gruyère cheese. It was so […]

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Calamari, Chorizo and Potato Stew

A hearty Spanish-style stew with tender calamari, chorizo and potatoes simmered in a rich tomato and wine sauce. Seafood stews are among my favorite dishes, especially Mediterranean and Spanish-style versions with calamari and chorizo. I found the perfect inspiration in a recipe by Jane Hornby, and with a few days […]

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Curried Chicken Salad

Curried Chicken salad with shredded carrots, green onions and sweet raisins in a tasty yogurt curry dressing. I love pretty much anything with curry, and curried chicken salad is one of my favorite chicken salads. We’re going through another heatwave here, and instead of making a steaming pot of curry […]

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Eggplant with Minced Pork and Basil

Eggplant with minced pork and basil, made with oven-roasted eggplant and a flavorful garlic sauce. As an eggplant lover, I make this dish often. It’s especially easy when I use oven-roasted eggplants, which can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the freezer. Just thaw them in the refrigerator […]

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