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Basic Braised Lamb Shank or Leg of Lamb, with Greek Variation

By Cat, April 2008 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I love braising a lamb shank with herbs, lemon, garlic and other veggies until fall-apart tender. My first exposure to braised lamb shank was in one of Portland Oregon’s  Greek restaurants. It … Continue reading

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Jerk Chicken & Pineapple (or Mango) Slaw

By Cat, Aug 2010 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Cole slaw is a very common dish in my ancestral Scandinavian tradition, because cabbage is one the the few veggies that can be kept raw throughout the winter season. But there are ‘slaws’ … Continue reading

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Lake Cafe Cookies: Applesauce or Carrot

By Cat, Oct 2014 (photo, right from Wikipedia, but the link has been lost) Includes: 1. Applesauce Cookies; 2. Carrot Cookies; 3. Note on frosting for Carrot Cookies See also: 1. Cookies Menu; 2. Frostings & Fillings Menu; 3. Unrefined Powdered … Continue reading

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Cauliflower-Almond Puree

By Cat, Jan 2008 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Dips; 2. Side Dishes; 3. Soaking/Sprouting Nuts & Seeds Cauliflower is a very versatile veggie: it can be pureed and seasoned for a dip, or to stand in for … Continue reading

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Herbs & Spices, Individual, A – F

By Cat, Aug 2007 (Photo of Cat’s spice rack, right, by Cat) NOTE: spices/herbs in red (below) have yet to be added to this post. Also, chile peppers are discussed individually by type. Herbs/spices in red in the “Includes” list below … Continue reading

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Old Fashioned Sodas (Lacto-Fermented)

By Cat, Aug 2007 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Includes: 1. Orangina; 2. Ginger Ale; 3. Fermented Apple Cider; 4. Sassafras Root Beer; See also: 1. Kefir Sodas (includes Kefir Lemonade, Kefir Ginger Ale, and Kefir Cream Soda); 2. Lemonade & Limeade; 3. Lacto-Fermented Beverages These recipes are from … Continue reading

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Irish Raisin Tea Cake

By Cat, Nov 2007 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Includes: 1. Irish Raisin Tea Cake, with Presoaked flour See also: 1. Cakes & Tortes Menu; 2. Whiskey Sauce; 3. Hard Sauce Tea cakes, a close cousin of American coffeecakes, are a specialty in the British Isles.  … Continue reading

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Middle Eastern Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Chickpeas & Bulgur

By Cat, Oct 2007 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Middle Eastern Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Lamb and Bulgur; 2. Eastern-European Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Rice & Mushrooms, & with Lamb Variation; 3. Eastern European Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Rice, Lamb & … Continue reading

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Middle Eastern Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Lamb & Bulgur

By Cat, June 2014 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Middle Eastern Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Chickpeas & Bulgur; 2. Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Rice & Mushrooms, and Lamb Variation (Eastern-European); 3. Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Rice, Lamb & Pork, with Tomato & Sour Cream … Continue reading

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Hot Cross Buns (Fastelavnsboller)

By Cat, Sept 2007 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Julekage; 2. Wheat (about); 3. Bread Basics (Yeast-Leavened Breads); 4. Basic Yeast Bread; 5. Rich Yeast Bread; 6. Bread & Rolls Includes: 1. Hot Cross Buns, full and half-recipes; 2. Quick Icing; My family’s Scandinavian Tradition for holidays includes … Continue reading

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