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Five Hour Duck and Potatoes with Five Spice Plum Sauce

Posted on July 24, 2014 by

I am not really asking you to cook something which requires five hours of your day – summer is not about dedicating all your free time to making dinner. As my ducks were roasting, I was mowing, running errands in town … Continue reading →

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Peruvian-Style Roast Chicken with Green Sauce

Posted on July 24, 2014 by

  This chicken is delicious hot cold or at room temperature. The green sauce is made with either cilantro or basil. I love both, but as my basil bushes grow tall this summer I know which I will be using. … Continue reading →

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Cod with Dill and Preserved Lemon Sauce

Posted on June 10, 2014 by

I am always looking for new flavor combinations to spice up my old favorites. Preserved lemons give a burst of salty brightness far more complex than just a squeeze of lemon and a bit of salt. They are worth the … Continue reading →

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Fresh Fruit with Lime and Maple Sauce

Posted on January 5, 2014 by

  When it is time to cut back on all those rich desserts of the past season, this is the perfect ending to a light meal.  Use whatever fruit is available – I used kiwi, Clemintine oranges and raspberries.  The … Continue reading →

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Rice Noodle and Chicken Salad with Peanut Sauce

Posted on January 5, 2014 by

This salad looks great on a huge platter with all the ingredients piled up – let everyone build their own salad to their liking.  It can also be used as part of a cocktail buffet when you use the lettuce … Continue reading →

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