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    What is the best tasting lasagna recipe?

    I'm making it for a special dinner for my boyfriend. Nothing too fancy, sort of traditional but amazing tasting. Something with sausage and ground beef in it, but I might spice it up and use hot italian sausage instead because he likes spicy food. Good idea? Anyone's opinions are appreciated...
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    Thai Red Curry with Duck & Pineapple

    Ingredients 1 1/3 cup coconut cream, reserve 2 tablespoons for garnish 2 1/4 cup coconut milk 8 oz roast duck, boned and thinly sliced 1 1/2 to 2 ounces red curry paste to your taste 2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce 1 tablespoon date palm sugar 2 pair kaffir lime leaves , slivered...
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    What herbs are easy to grow?

    I Have got a balcony that I plan on producing herbs with. I possess a couple ceramic pots and am rummaging for a couple of more. I do cook a bit and plan to grow chives, cilantro and basil unquestionably. Does anybody have some hints for growing herbs or whatever tips for other herbs that I...
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    Any basil plant advice for me?

    I have been growing a few basil plants in a pot over the summer and have now pulled them inside due to chilly weather. All along they have been kind of yellow-ish green, and quite rangy--not like the basil plants that I've seen in other places.Are there any tips for proper care (and snipping)...
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    How to make a mini herb garden?

    I really like to use fresh herbs when i cook so i like to have an herb garden. I don't have a green thumb and usually end up killing my plants/forgetting about them/smashing them etc. I would like to have one in my kitchen where i could take a little better care of it and use it easier. Does...
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    What grows best in a herb garden?

    I am just starting to plant my garden. I decided to do a small herb garden. I would like some examples of herbs that are pretty easy to grow and that taste great. I cook alot with oregano, basil, rosemary, and parsley. Have any tips or any other suggestions for a great garden? Thanks.
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    why wont my basil grow?

    im growing basil in my bathroom the only room that gets full sunlight . its kind of cold cause the vent in there was permenatly shut . it has a tall cealing . the pot that im growing it in is a cooking pot that i cant use its to thin and scorches food so ive never used it . there are no holes in...
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    What is your favorite household cleaning product or tip?

    I am a big fan of Mr. Clean Magic Erasers, good old Ajax powder for cleaning tubs, and baking soda/vinegar combos for everything from drain openers to cleaning tile. Whats your household secret?
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    Gold Nugget Salad

    1 8 oz. can tiny shrimp 1 cup frozen shoepeg corn 2/3 cup fresh mozzarella, 1/4" dice 2 med. avocados, 1/4 dice 2 fresh jalapenos, finely diced juice of 2 limes Smoked sea salt flakes, to taste 1/3 cup prepared chili sauce Fresh basil, to taste 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes Mix together and chill 2...
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    Balsamic Potato Salad

    Recipe from Beans & Barley Cafe & Deli, Milwaukee, WI 3/4 cup carrots, peeled & into matchsticks 1/4 cup bell pepper, diced or triange-cut 1/4 cup red onions, cut into half-moon crescents 3 cups red potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch cubes Vinaigrette 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup olive...
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    Red Cross Vegetable Lasagna

    1/2 of a (1 pound) pkg Red Cross Lasagna, uncooked 6 medium fresh tomatoes, cored and cut up 1 cup finely shredded carrot 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 2 teaspoons basil leaves 1 teaspoon salt 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon fennel seed 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 (16 oz) container ricotta cheese...
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    Cat Cora's Halibut

    A restaurant-style dish that boasts a lot of flavor thanks to a tomato-basil sauce with bursts of capers and the crunch of toasted pepitas. Ingredients 2 Tablespoon Pepitas (Pumpkin seeds) 6 Ounce Halibut Fillets (4) 2 Teaspoon Kosher Salt 2 Teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground) 2 Tablespoon...
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    California Pizza Kitchen's BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad

    Menu Description: Chopped lettuce, black beans, sweet corn, jicama, cilantro, basil, crispy corn tortilla strips, and Monterey jack cheese tossed together in our herb ranch dressing. Topped wiht chopped BBQ chicken breast, diced tomatoes and scallions. Herb Ranch Dressing: 2/3 cup mayonnaise...
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    Chicken Alfredo Biscuit Casserole

    1 tablespoon butter 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 jar (16 oz) Alfredo pasta sauce 1/4 cup milk 2 cups chopped cooked chicken 2 cups Green Giant frozen broccoli florets, thawed 1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves 1 can (7.5 oz) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits 1...
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    Not Your Every Day Cod

    Ingredients: * 4 5-ounce cod fillets * 1 medium onion, chopped * 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped * 1 28-ounce can chopped tomatoes, drained * 1 tbsp capers * 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped * 8 pitted black olives, halved * 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice * 1 tsp dried...
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    Pea Soup With Lentils

    Equal amounts of yellow split peas and red split lentils The more you use the more broth you will need. Add about 4 times the amount of broth to the pot and more as you go if it gets too thick for you. Add chopped onions one large sweet onion is good. Add 2 grated carrots Add as much chopped...
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    Rustic Ravioli

    6 servings Preparation time: 1 hour Cooking time: 15 minutes Dough: 1/4 cup semolina flour 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 large egg 1 teaspoon olive oil Several drops of water Filling: 3/4 pound ricotta cheese 1/4 pound freshly grated parmesan cheese Salt, pepper to taste Sauce: 1 large...
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    Michigan Miner's Pasties

    Seasoning Mix 1 tablespoon salt, 1 and 1/2 teaspoons onion powder, 1 and 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried sweet basil leaves, 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, 1/4 teaspoon ground savory (spice) Combine seasoning mix ingredients in...
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    Eggplant Lasagna

    1 1/2 cup Ricotta 8 oz. Mozzarella, diced 8 oz. Mozzarella, grated 2 1/2 cups Tomato Sauce 4 tsp Sundried Tomato Paste 2 tsp Fresh Basil Leaves, chopped 2 tsp Oregano, dried 2 cloves Garlic, crushed 1/8 tsp Ground Black Pepper 2 tbs Olive Oil 1 Eggplant, cut in 1/2 inch slices Directions...
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    Penne with Shrimp and Herbed Cream Sauce

    Ingredients: 1 pound penne pasta 1/4 cup olive oil 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled, and deveined 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning 1 (15-ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained, roughly chopped...
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