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November 16, 2015
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Raita

YIELDS: Approximately 1 Cup Ingredients 3/4 cup full fat Greek yoghurt 1/2 cup chopped, seeded and peeled cucumber 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin Directions 1. Mix all ingredients on medium bowl. 2. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

July 9, 2015
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Spicy Walnut, Beet & Carrot Salad

This menu has so many assertive flavors that I wanted a salad that was equally assertive and also fresh and delicious. This salad is really all about the dressing. My tasters were asking if they could just eat it right out of the bowl on crackers. The flavors are a bit exotic and seductive. Maybe […]

February 2, 2015
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Lamb Hash

Before I made this I had never eaten lamb hash. I’d eaten brisket of beef hash, corned beef hash and even turkey hash. This was a total experiment. The idea came to me when I had leftovers from this exact leg of lamb recipe. The leg of lamb was so rich and loaded with flavors, I […]

June 18, 2014
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Guacamole & Fresh Mango Salsa & Pico de Gallo

  GUACAMOLE    EVENT: Mexican Fiesta SERVES: 10 – 12 people An appetizer and garnish for the Corn Cakes and Veggie Tacos.   Ingredients 10 – 12 avocados, peeled and chopped into chunks (retain 3 – 4 avocado pits) 2 jalapenos, finely minced 1 cup chopped red tomatoes 1 cup chopped cilantro Juice of 2 […]

June 13, 2014
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Jicama Salad

I love the fresh taste and crunchy texture of this salad. It’s a great balance to the rest of the menu. It keeps several days, and since there is no oil it doesn’t get soggy. “Ras el hanout” translates into “head of the shop”. The idea is that this was a very special blend made […]