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Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Cilantro and lime in a light vinaigrette. Perfect for salads or use as a marinade

Erin S
Sep 2011
Intermediate 		5 votes
2 reviews
2 comments
15327 views
Jerk Pork

Jerk Pork

Traditional Jerk Pork is made with the whole pig. I've been successful, though, with the Pork Shoulder roast. It's advantages are it's is widely…

John Spottiswood
Sep 2008
Advanced 		5 votes
4 reviews
12345 views
Green Chicken Chili

Green Chicken Chili

This isn't your thick beans and meat sort of chili, but it is absolutely delicious. Think a cross between a soup and a traditional chili. It's…

Nancy Miyasaki
Sep 2008
Intermediate 		5 votes
3 reviews
11741 views
Grilled Whole Salmon Indonesian Style

Grilled Whole Salmon Indonesian Style

This is an excellent and flavorful way to cook fish that I adapted from the Barbecue Bible. I had a large,…

John Spottiswood
Sep 2009
Advanced 		5 votes
3 reviews
9187 views
Easy pumpkin pies with brandy whipped cream

Easy pumpkin pies with brandy whipped cream

These pies only take about 10 minutes to prepare, but they taste wonderful. If you're looking for a pumpkin…

Nancy Miyasaki
Nov 2009
Intermediate 		5 votes
2 reviews
1 comment
6979 views
Williams Sonoma Triple Chocolate Brownies

Williams Sonoma Triple Chocolate Brownies

This is a very popular recipe that I simplified a bit without losing any of it's goodness. You can serve these…

Nancy Miyasaki
Nov 2010
Intermediate 		5 votes
2 reviews
2 comments
6952 views
Roasted Asparagus and Parmesan

Roasted Asparagus and Parmesan

This is a simple and delicious Italian recipe adapted from the Barefoot Contessa. We leave out the egg and sometimes the lemon (depends on what you…

Nancy Miyasaki
Mar 2008
Intermediate 		5 votes
2 reviews
1 comment
11461 views
Chicken, Lime & Tortilla Soup

Chicken, Lime & Tortilla Soup

This recipe is light and delicious. I often make it with left over baked chicken. It can also be made with boiled chicken as described below.…

Nancy Miyasaki
Apr 2008
Intermediate 		5 votes
3 reviews
13496 views
Fantastic Irish Soda Bread

Fantastic Irish Soda Bread

I made two Irish Soda Breads for St. Patrick's Day this year, and this one was superior. And it is really, really easy! If you eat it hot out of…

Nancy Miyasaki
Mar 2009
Intermediate 		5 votes
1 review
12484 views
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

My son made this with his second grade class last week. They had a great time and the muffins came out yummy!

Nancy Miyasaki
Oct 2008
Intermediate 		5 votes
2 reviews
5293 views
Coconut Shrimp with Spicy Mango Sauce

Coconut Shrimp with Spicy Mango Sauce

This was a real treat. It reminded me of delicious passed appetizer I had at a wedding reception a few years…

Nancy Miyasaki
Sep 2010
Intermediate 		5 votes
2 reviews
1 comment
10294 views
Texas Tuff Chili

Texas Tuff Chili

Alright then, are you ready for the best chili you’ll ever eat? That’s right, I said it, the BEST. Okay, I know I’ve never experienced all the chili…

Curt Despres
Sep 2011
Intermediate 		5 votes
1 review
5 comments
3440 views
French Rice Salad

French Rice Salad

This is a light and flavorful as a main dish or side dish. It's a perfect side for any grilled meat or fish.

Nancy Miyasaki
Oct 2009
Intermediate 		5 votes
3 reviews
2 comments
15746 views
Miner's Mush

Miner's Mush

My French Canadian grandma used to make this for my dad and all his siblings. It has become a Jordan family staple. I like it with the anise, but…

Lyndsey
Jan 2008
Beginner 		5 votes
2 reviews
3 comments
8051 views
GOW CHOI GAU – SHRIMP & CHIVES DUMPLINGS

GOW CHOI GAU – SHRIMP & CHIVES DUMPLINGS

Gow Choi - Chinese chives are stronger in flavor -- more garlicy taste than regular chives -- than regular…

Linda Tay Esposito
Aug 2008
Professional 		5 votes
3 reviews
27729 views
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