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Guacamole Dip

Delightsofculinaria — Wed, 24 Jul 2013 18:23:26 +0000

Simple, fresh, healthy, delicious and perfect for parties or potlucks. Print Guacamole Dip Ingredients3 ripe avocados 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro 3 garlic cloves crushed 1/2 red onion diced* optional 1 tomato diced (seeds and pulp removed) 3/4 teaspoon cumin powder juice of 1 lime 1/2 teaspoon salt (I used Himalayan pink salt) InstructionsPeel and […]

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Tomato and Eggplant salad

Delightsofculinaria — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 02:49:31 +0000

Combination of tomatoes and eggplants is very popular in russian and Italian cuisine.They go perfectly together.This salad is delicious and simple to make consisting of few ingredients. Print Tomato and Eggplant salad Ingredients1 eggplant diced (large) 2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes 1 cup grated mozzarella or colby jack cheese 4-5 cloves garlic crushed 2-3 […]

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RawFood Truffles

Delightsofculinaria — Wed, 03 Jul 2013 07:36:38 +0000

Eating food raw is the most healthiest diet with lots of benefits. Some of the benefits are; 1.The enzymes,vitamins and minerals are not destroyed by cooking. 2.Aids to weight loss and maintain healthy weight 3.Natural cure for disease including cancer. 4. Helps to Detoxify our bodies 5. Boost of energy These are very delicious […]

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Uzbek Manti

Delightsofculinaria — Mon, 01 Jul 2013 02:43:22 +0000

Uzbek Manti are steamed dumplings with different variety of fillings like spiced beef,lamb,potato,cabbage,pumpkin and meat with potato.They are very popular in Central Asian cuisines and came to be famous in Russian cuisine as well. We made them together with mom very often when I was growing up,and now that I’m married I still love to […]

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Southwestern Spaghetti Casserole

Delightsofculinaria — Wed, 26 Jun 2013 08:34:05 +0000

This comforting pasta dish is very delicious,flavorful and satisfying.This dish can be vegetarian using mushrooms instead of meat or ground beef,chicken or turkey for meat lovers.If you’ll be using chicken broth,I highly recommend to make it from scratch.In my opinion it’s really more flavorful then store bought. Print Southwestern Spaghetti Casserole Ingredients16ozs. spaghetti cooked al […]

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Korean Noodle Salad “Funchoza”

Delightsofculinaria — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 06:31:04 +0000

This is very delicious Korean noodle salad that is well known in Central Asia of Korean origin.There is many varieties of this salad,but I like the vegetarian style.You can add pan-fried strips of chicken,beef,or ground meat if desired.To get nice thin strips of vegetables I use this thin julienne slicer. Print Korean Salad “Funchoza” – […]

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Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

Delightsofculinaria — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:31:41 +0000

Portobello mushrooms can be called “vegetarian meat”. They are very juicy and meaty.They can be grilled sliced as a side to your steak or chicken or you can make a veggie burger if grilled as whole. Print Grilled Portobello Mushrooms Ingredients4 Portobello mushrooms sliced about 3/4''-1'' 5 garlic cloves minced 4 basil leaves finely […]

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Caprese Sandwiches with Avocado Basil Spread

Delightsofculinaria — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 06:26:58 +0000

Arrange sliced bread on baking sheet.Drizzle with some olive oil. Broil for 3-4 minutes in 500 degrees oven. Using a blender or food processor,pulse spinach,basil and garlic. Then add avocado,lemon juice,salt and olive oil.pulse until well blended. Print Caprese Sandwiches with Avocado Basil Spread Ingredients1 cup fresh spinach 2-3 basil leaves […]

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Spinach Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

Delightsofculinaria — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 22:59:55 +0000

A Delightful,beautiful,healthy and refreshing salad especially when strawberries are in season.This salad can versatile by adding different variety of ingredients of your choice.Poppy seed dressing is so delicious that you can eat it with a spoon.You can also add this dressing to your fruit salad. Print Spinach Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing IngredientsDressing: 1/2 […]

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Caesar Salad Dressing

Delightsofculinaria — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 22:56:00 +0000

I love homemade dressings and sauces. The taste is not comparable to the store bought. It’s delicious and fresh without any preservatives or all that stuff you might not know that is the bottled store bought dressings.Making dressings and sauces from scratch is just better for you health wise.Most of the time it’s made of […]

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Farro with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Delightsofculinaria — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 03:26:00 +0000

Farro is the oldest ancient grain that was very popular in middle east during biblical times.In modern days it’s popular in Italy,some parts in Europe and Middle East.It’s texture and taste is very similar to barley and spelt with lower gluten level then wheat. This creamy mushroom sauce can be served over pasta,rice or farro. […]

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Brie Cheese Sandwiches

Delightsofculinaria — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 06:47:00 +0000

These sandwiches are very fast,and easy to make. They are perfect for appetizers at birthdays, potlucks,bridal showers, baby showers, or tea parties.I often make them for our sisters-get-together party.It’s fun,simple and delicious. Ingredients:Brie cheese (your favorite)avocado slicedtomato slicedcucumber slicedred onion slicedbaguette sliced Directions: Place a slice or spread brie cheese (if creamy type) on bread.layer […]

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Rice and Bean Stuffed Peppers with Basil cream sauce

Delightsofculinaria — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 08:00:00 +0000

Stuffed Peppers is a dish that can be very versatile.This recipe is perfect for vegetarians, as well as for meat lovers, just add meat(preferably chicken).Ingredients for filling: 2 cups brown or white rice 1 can Northern beans 2 cups baby spinach chopped 3 garlic cloves chopped 2 tbsp. sun dried tomatoes 1 tbsp. fresh basil […]

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Spinach and Arugula Salad

Delightsofculinaria — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 08:37:00 +0000

I love dark green leafy salads because, they are healthy,light,and so delicious. This salad is really easy and fast to make. Chopped or teared spinach and arugula,halved grape tomatoes,sliced fennel tossed with balsamic vinaigrette and topped with feta cheese, caramelized walnuts or pecans, and fried crispy onion pieces.Yum… that just makes me hungry! Ingredients: Caramelized […]

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Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Delightsofculinaria — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 17:53:00 +0000

What can be more satisfying on a cold winter day then a comforting creamy bowl of soup. This soup is very delicious and calorific at the same time. One of my families favorite soups. I like to add kale to this soup, a little something nutritious,but its totally optional.For vegetarians you can substitute chicken broth […]

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Marinated Mushrooms

Delightsofculinaria — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 06:13:00 +0000

These marinated mushrooms are always a big hit at parties,weddings and get togethers.They are very simple to make and made ahead of time. Ingredients: 2 lbs white button mushrooms(quartered or halved if big) 1 red,orange,yellow bell pepper chopped (I sliced mine,I used mini sweet peppers) 1/3 cup vinegar 2 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar 4-5 […]

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Vegetable Spring rolls with Spicy Peanut Sauce and Garlic Sauce

Delightsofculinaria — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 08:42:00 +0000

Spring rolls or often called” summer rolls” are not only good in summer but are perfect anytime of the year when you want a light,refreshing, and healthy appetizer.Vegetables like sweet bell peppers,carrots,daikon,cucumber,lettuce,cilantro,(mint and thai basil optional) are wrapped in paper thin rice wrappers and served with spicy peanut sauce and garlic soy sauce. *I used […]

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Rice Parsley Casserole

Delightsofculinaria — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 07:44:00 +0000

This is very tasty rice casserole. It’s a great alternative from plov or just plain rice.I got this recipe from Natasha’s Kitchen. Here is the link to this dish Parsley rice recipe.

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