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4 Trifle Sponges, sliced in half - or one Swiss Roll cut into 8 pieces.
1lb Cherries. Stoned.
2 egg cupfuls of Sherry (or dark rum if preferred).
100g Milk chocolate.
2tbsps of Cornflour.
Drop Vanilla essence.
1 tbsp of sugar.
1 pint of milk.
1 egg yolk.
500ml carton of whipping cream.

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Smear the trifle sponges in a thin layer of strawberry jam. If using Swiss Roll, there is no need to do this, and line a large glass serving bowl with ... read more ]]>Boozy Cherry Choc Trifle Serves: 4-6

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4 Trifle Sponges, sliced in half - or one Swiss Roll cut into 8 pieces.
1lb Cherries. Stoned.
2 egg cupfuls of Sherry (or dark rum if preferred).
100g Milk chocolate.
2tbsps of Cornflour.
Drop Vanilla essence.
1 tbsp of sugar.
1 pint of milk.
1 egg yolk.
500ml carton of whipping cream.

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Smear the trifle sponges in a thin layer of strawberry jam. If using Swiss Roll, there is no need to do this, and line a large glass serving bowl with ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/seasoned-yorkshire-pudding/Thu, 22 Nov 2007 0:43:59 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/seasoned-yorkshire-pudding/ Seasoned Yorkshire Pudding - Here in Yorkshire, this dish is served on its own with gravy, as a starter. But if you want to serve it with your Sunday roast, this particular dish goes well with Chicken. Serves: 4

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2 tbsps cooking oil.
1 cup milk.
1 cup plain flour.
1 tsp salt.
1 Onion, finely chopped.
1 tbsp of dried sage.

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Heat oil in muffin tray or deep sided baking tray. The hotter the oil gets the better. Mix flour, milk, eggs and salt together to a batter mix. Add finely ... read more ]]>Seasoned Yorkshire Pudding - Here in Yorkshire, this dish is served on its own with gravy, as a starter. But if you want to serve it with your Sunday roast, this particular dish goes well with Chicken. Serves: 4

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2 tbsps cooking oil.
1 cup milk.
1 cup plain flour.
1 tsp salt.
1 Onion, finely chopped.
1 tbsp of dried sage.

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Heat oil in muffin tray or deep sided baking tray. The hotter the oil gets the better. Mix flour, milk, eggs and salt together to a batter mix. Add finely ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/chocolate-chilli-con-carne/Sun, 18 Nov 2007 1:56:29 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/chocolate-chilli-con-carne/ Chocolate Chilli Con Carne - This is best made a day or two in advance as the flavour matures if left in a bowl in the fridge. Also can be put in the freezer for up to 6 weeks. Serves: 4

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2 tblsp Olive Oil.
500g lean mince beef.
2 lge carrots, peeled and diced.
2 sticks of celery, washed and diced.
1 lge onion, chopped.
100g small button mushrooms.
1/2 glass of milk.
400g can of chopped tomatoes.
2 tblsps tomato puree.
1/2 glass red wine vinegar.
400g can of Red Kidney Beans and/or 400g can of Black eyed Peas. Drained and rinsed.
1 clove of garlic
1 tsp cumin seeds.
2 tsps of Chilli flakes.
100g plain chocolate.

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Heat oil in pan and add carrots, celery, onion and mushrooms until softened. Add mince, breaking up with fork, until browned. Add milk and turn up the heat until all ... read more ]]>Chocolate Chilli Con Carne - This is best made a day or two in advance as the flavour matures if left in a bowl in the fridge. Also can be put in the freezer for up to 6 weeks. Serves: 4

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2 tblsp Olive Oil.
500g lean mince beef.
2 lge carrots, peeled and diced.
2 sticks of celery, washed and diced.
1 lge onion, chopped.
100g small button mushrooms.
1/2 glass of milk.
400g can of chopped tomatoes.
2 tblsps tomato puree.
1/2 glass red wine vinegar.
400g can of Red Kidney Beans and/or 400g can of Black eyed Peas. Drained and rinsed.
1 clove of garlic
1 tsp cumin seeds.
2 tsps of Chilli flakes.
100g plain chocolate.

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Heat oil in pan and add carrots, celery, onion and mushrooms until softened. Add mince, breaking up with fork, until browned. Add milk and turn up the heat until all ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/tuna-seafood-pasta-harlequin/Thu, 15 Nov 2007 1:23:44 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/tuna-seafood-pasta-harlequin/ Tuna, Seafood & Pasta Harlequin. Serves: 4-6

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2 tbsp Olive Oil (Chilli infused is good for this dish).
1 lge Onion, chopped.
1 each of red, green and yellow pepper, deseeded and chopped.
1 clove of garlic.
2 tins of tuna flakes.
400g can of chopped tomatoes.
2 tblsps of tomato puree.
Seafood Medley.(Squid, prawns, mussels etc). Bought from the chilled fish section of the supermarket or a selection of your choice from the fish counter.
Juice of 1/2 a lemon.
100g black olives, sliced.
250g pasta penne.
100g-150g of grated cheese (a mild to strong cheddar is ideal, due to the mature flavour).

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Heat Oil in large pan. Add onions, garlic and peppers and cook until softened. Add Tuna flakes, tomatoes and puree. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add seafood medley and lemon ... read more ]]>Tuna, Seafood & Pasta Harlequin. Serves: 4-6

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2 tbsp Olive Oil (Chilli infused is good for this dish).
1 lge Onion, chopped.
1 each of red, green and yellow pepper, deseeded and chopped.
1 clove of garlic.
2 tins of tuna flakes.
400g can of chopped tomatoes.
2 tblsps of tomato puree.
Seafood Medley.(Squid, prawns, mussels etc). Bought from the chilled fish section of the supermarket or a selection of your choice from the fish counter.
Juice of 1/2 a lemon.
100g black olives, sliced.
250g pasta penne.
100g-150g of grated cheese (a mild to strong cheddar is ideal, due to the mature flavour).

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Heat Oil in large pan. Add onions, garlic and peppers and cook until softened. Add Tuna flakes, tomatoes and puree. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add seafood medley and lemon ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/chunky-minestrone-soup/Mon, 12 Nov 2007 1:07:52 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/chunky-minestrone-soup/ Chunky Minestrone Soup - This soup freezes well and can be stored in the freezer for up to 4 weeks. Serves: 8

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2 tblsp of Olive oil.
2 lge carrots.
2 sticks celery.
2 lge Potatoes.
1 lge Onion.
1 garlic clove, crushed.
400g Can of Tomatoes
2 tblsp of Tomato Puree.
3 litres Vegetable stock.
50g Spaghetti
400g can of butter beans or borlotti beans.
Savoy Cabbage.

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Heat Olive oil in large stock pot. Finely Chop Carrots, Celery and Onion and fry in oil for 5 minutes or until softened. Dice potato into small dice. When vegetables softened ... read more ]]>Chunky Minestrone Soup - This soup freezes well and can be stored in the freezer for up to 4 weeks. Serves: 8

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2 tblsp of Olive oil.
2 lge carrots.
2 sticks celery.
2 lge Potatoes.
1 lge Onion.
1 garlic clove, crushed.
400g Can of Tomatoes
2 tblsp of Tomato Puree.
3 litres Vegetable stock.
50g Spaghetti
400g can of butter beans or borlotti beans.
Savoy Cabbage.

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Heat Olive oil in large stock pot. Finely Chop Carrots, Celery and Onion and fry in oil for 5 minutes or until softened. Dice potato into small dice. When vegetables softened ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/swiss-egg-with-bacon-and-mint/Wed, 12 Sep 2007 1:03:48 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/swiss-egg-with-bacon-and-mint/ Swiss Egg with Bacon and Mint Serves:

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3 Eggs
2 slices of bacon
5-10 small mint leaves
250g of cheddar cheese

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Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C. Place 2 slices of cheese half the size of the dish so that the bottom cannot be seen. Place all three of the eggs on ... read more ]]>Swiss Egg with Bacon and Mint Serves:

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3 Eggs
2 slices of bacon
5-10 small mint leaves
250g of cheddar cheese

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Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C. Place 2 slices of cheese half the size of the dish so that the bottom cannot be seen. Place all three of the eggs on ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/honey-roasted-pork-loin/Mon, 18 Jun 2007 1:17:27 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/honey-roasted-pork-loin/ Honey Roasted Pork Loin Serves: 4

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2 lbs. pork loin (boneless)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 cup chicken broth

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Preheat the oven to 375F. Season the pork with salt and pepper and place in a roasting pan. In a separate bowl, mix together the honey, juice, oil and thyme. ... read more ]]>Honey Roasted Pork Loin Serves: 4

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2 lbs. pork loin (boneless)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 cup chicken broth

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Preheat the oven to 375F. Season the pork with salt and pepper and place in a roasting pan. In a separate bowl, mix together the honey, juice, oil and thyme. ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/red-wine-crockpot-roast/Mon, 18 Jun 2007 1:17:14 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/red-wine-crockpot-roast/ Red Wine Crockpot Roast - You can easily make additions to this: garlic, pearl onions, mushrooms etc. Serves: 6-8

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2 cups red wine
1/2 cup water
1 envelope dry onion soup mix
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried or fresh rosemary
4 lbs. trimmed beef roast
1-2 teaspoon cornstarch

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Place roast in crock pot and season with pepper. Mix the rest of the ingredients together and pour over roast. Cover and cook on low 6-7 hours. Remove roast to ... read more ]]>Red Wine Crockpot Roast - You can easily make additions to this: garlic, pearl onions, mushrooms etc. Serves: 6-8

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2 cups red wine
1/2 cup water
1 envelope dry onion soup mix
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried or fresh rosemary
4 lbs. trimmed beef roast
1-2 teaspoon cornstarch

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Place roast in crock pot and season with pepper. Mix the rest of the ingredients together and pour over roast. Cover and cook on low 6-7 hours. Remove roast to ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/parmesan-mustard-chicken-wings/Mon, 18 Jun 2007 1:16:57 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/parmesan-mustard-chicken-wings/ Parmesan Mustard Chicken Wings Serves: 6-8

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1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1 cup dried bread crumbs
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon ground cumin
20 chicken wings, wing tips cut off and discarded and the wings halved at the joint

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In a shallow dish whisk together the butter, the mustard, and the cayenne. In another shallow dish combine well the bread crumbs, the Parmesan, the cumin, and salt and black ... read more ]]>Parmesan Mustard Chicken Wings Serves: 6-8

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1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1 cup dried bread crumbs
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon ground cumin
20 chicken wings, wing tips cut off and discarded and the wings halved at the joint

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In a shallow dish whisk together the butter, the mustard, and the cayenne. In another shallow dish combine well the bread crumbs, the Parmesan, the cumin, and salt and black ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/baby-carrots-in-orange-sauce/Fri, 15 Jun 2007 0:34:34 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/baby-carrots-in-orange-sauce/ Baby Carrots In Orange Sauce - This dish goes with just about any entree. Its a favorite at get- togethers and is sure to get finicky kids to eat their vegetables. Serves: 4

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4 cups baby carrots
2 cups orange juice
1 cup water
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/3 cup brown sugar
1-1/2 tablespoons cornstarch

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In medium saucepan, combine orange juice and water and bring to a boil. Add butter and brown sugar. Add carrots, cover and cook on medium for about 10 minutes or until ... read more ]]>Baby Carrots In Orange Sauce - This dish goes with just about any entree. Its a favorite at get- togethers and is sure to get finicky kids to eat their vegetables. Serves: 4

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4 cups baby carrots
2 cups orange juice
1 cup water
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/3 cup brown sugar
1-1/2 tablespoons cornstarch

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In medium saucepan, combine orange juice and water and bring to a boil. Add butter and brown sugar. Add carrots, cover and cook on medium for about 10 minutes or until ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/scallopine-romana/Fri, 15 Jun 2007 0:33:53 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/scallopine-romana/ Scallopine Romana Serves: 2-3

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1 lb. veal scaloppini
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup butter
6 tablespoons white wine
1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
2 medium tomatoes, diced
8 oz. blanched green beans
2 oz. shaved parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Dredge the veal in flour. Heat butter in a saute pan. Add the veal, cook 2 minutes; turn, add beans and tomatoes, salt, pepper and rosemary. Cook 2 minutes, add wine, let ... read more ]]>Scallopine Romana Serves: 2-3

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1 lb. veal scaloppini
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup butter
6 tablespoons white wine
1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
2 medium tomatoes, diced
8 oz. blanched green beans
2 oz. shaved parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Dredge the veal in flour. Heat butter in a saute pan. Add the veal, cook 2 minutes; turn, add beans and tomatoes, salt, pepper and rosemary. Cook 2 minutes, add wine, let ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/roasted-tomato-soup/Fri, 15 Jun 2007 0:32:20 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/roasted-tomato-soup/ Roasted Tomato Soup - The soup can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator, for up to 2 days. Serves: 4

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10 tomatoes, ripe (3 lbs), cored, halved and seeded
1 1/2 tsp olive oil
2 onions, red, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups vegetable stock
3 tbs basil, fresh, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

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Preheat broiler. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Place tomatoes on the baking sheet, cut side down. Broil until skins are blistered, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. ... read more ]]>Roasted Tomato Soup - The soup can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator, for up to 2 days. Serves: 4

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10 tomatoes, ripe (3 lbs), cored, halved and seeded
1 1/2 tsp olive oil
2 onions, red, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups vegetable stock
3 tbs basil, fresh, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

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Preheat broiler. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Place tomatoes on the baking sheet, cut side down. Broil until skins are blistered, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/gyro-omelet/Fri, 15 Jun 2007 0:28:35 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/gyro-omelet/ Gyro Omelet Serves: 3

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1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup chopped, seeded, peeled cucumber
1/2 cup chopped green onions with tops, divided
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 pound lean ground beef or ground lamb
2 cups chopped fresh spinach leaves
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried mint leaves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 eggs, divided
6 tablespoons water, divided
3 tablespoons butter, divided
Sliced tomatoes, optional
Mint leaves, optional

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In small bowl, stir together sour cream, cucumber, 1/4 cup onions, and garlic powder until well combined. Cover and chill. In 10-inch omelet pan or skillet over medium heat, cook beef ... read more ]]>Gyro Omelet Serves: 3

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1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup chopped, seeded, peeled cucumber
1/2 cup chopped green onions with tops, divided
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 pound lean ground beef or ground lamb
2 cups chopped fresh spinach leaves
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried mint leaves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 eggs, divided
6 tablespoons water, divided
3 tablespoons butter, divided
Sliced tomatoes, optional
Mint leaves, optional

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In small bowl, stir together sour cream, cucumber, 1/4 cup onions, and garlic powder until well combined. Cover and chill. In 10-inch omelet pan or skillet over medium heat, cook beef ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/special-strawberry-salad/Thu, 07 Jun 2007 15:16:37 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/special-strawberry-salad/ Special Strawberry Salad - This is the right time of year to think of serving this salad Serves: 6

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1 head Boston lettuce, well washed and thoroughly dried
1 bunch arugula, well washed and thoroughly dried
1 red onion, very thinly sliced
1 pint strawberries, thinly sliced and marinated in 2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1 cup walnut pieces, toasted
Dressing:
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup raspberry vinegar (some drained from the strawberries)
1/4 cup walnut oil
1/2 cup canola or grapeseed oil
Pinch of sea salt and a few turns of freshly ground pepper

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Remove pithy bottoms from Boston lettuce leaves, and remove the woody arugula stems. Drain the strawberries, and put the first five ingredients into a large, shallow bowl. In a small ... read more ]]>Special Strawberry Salad - This is the right time of year to think of serving this salad Serves: 6

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1 head Boston lettuce, well washed and thoroughly dried
1 bunch arugula, well washed and thoroughly dried
1 red onion, very thinly sliced
1 pint strawberries, thinly sliced and marinated in 2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1 cup walnut pieces, toasted
Dressing:
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup raspberry vinegar (some drained from the strawberries)
1/4 cup walnut oil
1/2 cup canola or grapeseed oil
Pinch of sea salt and a few turns of freshly ground pepper

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Remove pithy bottoms from Boston lettuce leaves, and remove the woody arugula stems. Drain the strawberries, and put the first five ingredients into a large, shallow bowl. In a small ... read more ]]>http://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/chicken-terrine/Thu, 07 Jun 2007 15:15:57 +0000 theRecipeWorks.comrecipeshttp://www.therecipeworks.com/recipe/chicken-terrine/ Chicken Terrine - Garnish with fresh parsley and thyme, and serve with toasted French bread. Serves: 6-8

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1/4 pound chicken livers
3 tablespoons Cognac
1 2 1/2 pound chicken
1 each, carrot and celery stalk, roughly sliced
1 onion, quartered
1 bay leaf
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons finely snipped fresh chives
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
1 cup heavy cream
Fresh parsley and thyme for garnish

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Line an oiled 5-6 cup mold with plastic wrap, or 6-8 individual dishes. Trim waste off livers and soak them for at least 4 hours in Cognac. In a 4-quart saucepan, ... read more ]]>Chicken Terrine - Garnish with fresh parsley and thyme, and serve with toasted French bread. Serves: 6-8

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1/4 pound chicken livers
3 tablespoons Cognac
1 2 1/2 pound chicken
1 each, carrot and celery stalk, roughly sliced
1 onion, quartered
1 bay leaf
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons finely snipped fresh chives
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
1 cup heavy cream
Fresh parsley and thyme for garnish

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Line an oiled 5-6 cup mold with plastic wrap, or 6-8 individual dishes. Trim waste off livers and soak them for at least 4 hours in Cognac. In a 4-quart saucepan, ... read more ]]>