Our First Birthday! / Discussion

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AmandaCarr 05 Nov 2009 15:35

I have to say that the recipe that has changed my life is Stacy's Black Beans and Rice (the garlic and cumin version, as she outlines under the main recipe). This is the only way that I make black beans, and now Phil does too; it is one of his "specialties"! Which, ladies, has certainly enriched my humble existence, since sometimes I actually can't or don't want to (!) cook. Thank heaven for the rice and beans.

The others

AmandaCarr 05 Nov 2009 23:44

Now that I had time to look over the recipes, I realize how many of them I love! Everything on here is good—how to choose? I limited myself to four more recipes that are very dear to my heart; the Texas Caviar because I remember eating it at a BBQ at Claire's, and loving it, and demanding the recipe. John Scott's Molten Chocolate Cakes because of their prominent place at our long lost ladies' nights (and their deliciousness). The Tea Eggs and Chinese Cucumber Salad that Stacy first served me at her old apartment. I remember being afraid of the egg. But when I ate it! I loved it! Cheers ladies!

stacita 06 Nov 2009 19:21

Dude, I continue to eat this everyday. As in, I am eating it right now. And also, it's a very easy meal to bring to work. I just make a huge batch and leave it in the fridge at my job, then heat up a portion in the microwave.

stacita 05 Nov 2009 17:57

I have to admit to being really surprised scrolling through the list of all the recipes here! Although my two winners were as clear as daylight –they have truly touched my life and are now part of my regular cooking schedule –there are a number of favorites here that I can no longer imagine living without. Thanks, ladies!

Favorites
Amanda’s Israeli Couscous with Roasted Mixed Veggies and Chevre
Claire’s John Scott’s Molten Chocolate Cakes

Runner Ups
Amanda’s Meatballs
Brown Rice Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Buttermilk Waffles
Farmer’s Market Tomato Bread Salad
Jalapeno Caparina
Risotto Alla Milanese
The New Chocolate Chip Cookie
Warm Beet Salad

Happy Birthday To All The Ladies

Paula Jeanne 06 Nov 2009 16:33

Thanks for letting me be a part of this. I have really enjoyed it. I need to try more of these recipes. Getting older you really do get set in your ways. Time to shake things up a bit.

Of course Stacy's rendition of Grandma's Eggplant Parmesan is my favorite. Amanda's Pasta Fagoli is easy and wonderful. I love soul warming foods. Stacy's Vegetable Paella was a big hit with my friends. They couldn't stop talking about it. When we get together again I am sure I will be called on to make it.

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