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		<title>Yellow Tomatoes and Summer Squash</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 07:59:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sometimes I come across food that is so perfect in beauty, color and texture that I can almost hear it calling to me. It asks to be taken home, photographed, cooked, devoured and share the results with the world. These vibrant yellow tomatoes and golden summer squash are two such foods. It&#8217;s as though they [...]]]></description>
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<p>Sometimes I come across food that is so perfect in beauty, color and texture that I can almost hear it calling to me. It asks to be taken home, photographed, cooked, devoured and share the results with the world. These vibrant yellow tomatoes and golden summer squash are two such foods. It&#8217;s as though they jumped right into my basket as I passed them at the green grocers. How could I deny them a place on my table and in front of my camera&#8217;s lens? Would you be able to? I think it impossible.</p>
<p>Today I haven&#8217;t a recipe to share, only these photographs. I simply wanted to share with you the beauty and striking colors of these summer fruits. (Both tomatoes and quash are botanically classified as fruits, though used as vegetables.)</p>
<p>I hope you enjoy looking at them as much as I enjoyed photographing them. Should I turn either into a new recipe I&#8217;ll be sure to share with you.<br />
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		<title>10 Vegetarian and Vegan Recipes for Meatless Mondays</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 07:57:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By now, I believe, everyone has heard of the Meatless Mondays initiative. I have been a fan of it and now and then I like to share recipes so others can also go meatless on Mondays. Also there are often misconceptions that meatless, vegetarian or vegan meals are flavourless, boring and not nutritious &#8212; this [...]]]></description>
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<p>By now, I believe, everyone has heard of the Meatless Mondays initiative. I have been a fan of it and now and then I like to share recipes so others can also go meatless on Mondays. Also there are often misconceptions that meatless, vegetarian or vegan meals are flavourless, boring and not nutritious &#8212; this couldn&#8217;t be farther from the truth. Today I&#8217;m going to share 10 recipes that you can enjoy on Meatless Mondays. Pair them with other meatless options or enjoy them on their own.</p>
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<p>In case you don&#8217;t know about Meatless Mondays here is some information, &#8220;Meatless Monday is a non-profit initiative of The Monday Campaigns, in association with the Johns Hopkins’ Bloomberg School of Public Health. It was started to reduce meat consumption and in turn helping both the environment and individuals improve their health. By cutting out meat once a week, we can improve our health, reduce our carbon footprint and lead the world in the race to reduce climate change.&#8221; Source <a title="Meatless Monday Initiative" href="http://www.meatlessmonday.com/" target="_blank">meatlessmonday.com</a><br />
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<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Baked Buffalo Ricotta by My Kitchen Stories | #ricotta #buffalocheese #pesto #italian" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/Buffalo-ricotta_Tania.jpg" /></p>
<p><a title="Baked Buffalo Ricotta" href="http://www.mykitchenstories.com.au/2011/07/buffalo-girls-love-ricotta/" target="_blank">Baked Buffalo Ricotta</a> by My Kitchen Stories<br />
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<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="A Savory Galette with Sautéed Mushrooms, Thyme, and Briny Olives by Thyme | #galette #mushrooms #olives" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/SauteedMushroom_OliveGalette_Sarah.jpg" /></p>
<p><a title="A Savory Galette with Sautéed Mushrooms, Thyme, and Briny Olives" href="http://rileymadel.blogspot.com/2013/02/a-savory-galette-with-sauteed-mushrooms.html" target="_blank">A Savory Galette with Sautéed Mushrooms, Thyme, and Briny Olives</a> by Thyme<br />
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<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Thai Red Curry with Vegetables and Coconut Milk by Spicie Foodie | #thai #curry #vegetables #vegan" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/04/ThaiVegetableCurry01.jpg" /></p>
<p><a title="Thai Red Curry with Vegetables and Coconut Milk Recipe And Six Months In The Top 100" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/04/16/thai-red-curry-with-vegetables-and-coconut-milk-recipe-and-six-months-in-the-top-100/" target="_blank">Thai Red Curry with Vegetables and Coconut Milk</a> by Spicie Foodie<br />
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<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Soba Salad by Just One Cookbook | #japaneserecipes #soba #salad" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/Soba-Salad_Nami.jpg" /></p>
<p><a href="http://justonecookbook.com/blog/recipes/soba-salad/" title="Soba Salad by Just One Cookbook" target="_blank">Soba Salad</a> by Just One Cookbook<br />
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<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Stir-Fried String Beans by Lemons and Anchovies | #asian #stringbeans #stirfry" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/Stir-Fried-String-Beans_Jean.jpg" /></p>
<p><a href="http://lemonsandanchovies.com/2013/04/stir-fried-string-beans/ " title="Stir-Fried String Beans" target="_blank">Stir-Fried String Beans</a> by Lemons and Anchovies<br />
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<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="(Eggless) Spicy Vegetable Scramble by Spicie Foodie | #scramble #vegetable #spicy #eggless" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/02/SpicyVeggie_Scramble04.jpg" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/02/20/spicy-scramble-loaded-veggies-plus-ybr-signup/" title="Spicy Scramble Loaded with Veggies, Plus YBR Signup" target="_blank">(Eggless) Spicy Vegetable Scramble</a> by Spicie Foodie<br />
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<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Spinach, Pear And Taleggio Strudel by Manu's Menu  | #strudel #spinach #pear #taleggio" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/Spinach-Pear-and-Taleggio-Strudel_Manu.jpg" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.manusmenu.com/spinach-pear-and-taleggio-strudel" title="Spinach, Pear And Taleggio Strudel" target="_blank">Spinach, Pear And Taleggio Strudel</a> by Manu&#8217;s Menu<br />
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<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Creamy Polenta with Roasted Vegetables and Garlic Creamed Spinach by Spicie Foodie  | #polenta #roastedvegetables #spinach" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/01/Polenta_RoastedVeggies04.jpg" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/01/17/creamy-polenta-with-roasted-vegetables-and-garlic-creamed-spinach/" title="Creamy Polenta with Roasted Vegetables and Garlic Creamed Spinach" target="_blank">Creamy Polenta with Roasted Vegetables and Garlic Creamed Spinach</a> by Spicie Foodie<br />
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<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Ravioli with Goat’s Cheese by Strands of My Life | #goatcheese #ravioli " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/Ravioli-with-Goat-Cheese_Suzanne.jpg" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.strandsofmylife.com/ravioli-with-goats-cheese/ " title="Ravioli with Goat’s Cheese" target="_blank">Ravioli with Goat’s Cheese</a> by Strands of My Life<br />
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<p>And of course we mustn&#8217;t forget dessert! </p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Chocolate Cake (no eggs, no dairy) by My Kitchen Stories | #chocolate #cake #eggless #dairyfree" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/VeganChocolateCake_Tania.jpg" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mykitchenstories.com.au/2011/07/the-make-anytime-no-ingredient-chocolate-cake/" title="Chocolate Cake (no eggs, no dairy)" target="_blank">Chocolate Cake (no eggs, no dairy)</a> by My Kitchen Stories<br />
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		<title>Sunday Snapshot: Eggshell Light Play</title>
		<link>http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/05/19/sunday-snapshot-eggshell-light-play/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2013 07:00:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Spicie Foodie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What was supposed to be a relaxing week off started off with me being sick in bed. Unfortunately I spent my birthday and next couple of days lounging around not doing much of anything. But because I have the most wonderful husband, and even though I was ill, he still managed to give me a [...]]]></description>
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<p>What was supposed to be a relaxing week off started off with me being sick in bed. Unfortunately I spent my birthday and next couple of days lounging around not doing much of anything. But because I have the most wonderful husband, and even though I was ill, he still managed to give me a beautiful day. My sweet man ran around preparing meals, picking up special treats and spending an hour looking for movies at the video rental shop that I wanted to watch. He is so doting and I would be utterly lost without him.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Sunday Snapshots: Eggshell Light Play by Spicie Foodie | #foodphotography #eggshells #light #sunlight " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/SS_Egghell_LightPlay02.jpg" /></p>
<p>Luckily by Wednesday I was feeling much better and finally able to venture out to celebrate our wedding anniversary. It was a very special day filled with love, happiness, friendship, gifts, and of course lots of yummy food too.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Sunday Snapshots: Eggshell Light Play by Spicie Foodie | #foodphotography #eggshells #light #sunlight " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/SS_Egghell_LightPlay03.jpg" /></p>
<p>Lovey-dovey words aside, I did enjoy my time away from the computer. I wouldn&#8217;t mind another week off but I fear that it would be much to tempting to make it a long hiatus. So slowly I&#8217;ll be getting back to the swing of things and keeping up with all blog related work.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Sunday Snapshots: Eggshell Light Play by Spicie Foodie | #foodphotography #eggshells #light #sunlight " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/SS_Egghell_LightPlay04.jpg" /></p>
<p>Now onto these eggshell photos, I shot them the same Sunday that I photographed my <a title="Sunday Snapshots: Sunday Breakfast and Egg Cooking Tips" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/05/05/sunday-snapshots-sunday-breakfast-and-egg-cooking-tips/">Sunday Breakfast and Egg Cooking Tips</a> post. After we had finished with our breakfast I noticed how lovely the sun light was shinning onto the shooting area and table. Wanting to capture the beautiful light I grabbed a few of the broken eggshells and started snapping away. Three of the photos were shot with sidelight and the other three with back-lighting. The process was quite simple, as you can see, and in the end I ended up with two different looks.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Sunday Snapshots: Eggshell Light Play by Spicie Foodie | #foodphotography #eggshells #light #sunlight " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/SS_Egghell_LightPlay05.jpg" /></p>
<p>Enjoy the photos and have a lovely Sunday! Tomorrow I have a Meatless Monday post to share with you, see you then.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Sunday Snapshots: Eggshell Light Play by Spicie Foodie | #foodphotography #eggshells #light #sunlight " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/SS_Egghell_LightPlay06.jpg" /></p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Sunday Snapshots: Eggshell Light Play by Spicie Foodie | #foodphotography #eggshells #light #sunlight " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/SS_Egghell_LightPlay07.jpg" /></p>
<p><em><strong>P.S.</strong></em><br />
<em><strong> Thank you so much to all of you whom left me such warm and sweet birthday wishes. Hugs amigos! xx</strong></em></p>
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		<title>Birthday Cinnamon Raisin Rolls and A Break</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 11 May 2013 07:43:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Spicie Foodie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Every year as my birthday nears my poor husband must endure the same torture. A week before he starts dropping hints about it in hopes that I&#8217;ll give him a firm answer as to what gift I would like this year. Never, in all the birthdays we&#8217;ve shared, have I given him a definitive answer [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><!-- Start Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><!-- End Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Cinnamon Raisin Rolls from The Bread Baker's Apprentice by Spicie Foodie | #baking #cinnamonrolls #bread #breakfast " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/CinnamonRaisinRolls01.jpg" /></p>
<p>Every year as my birthday nears my poor husband must endure the same torture. A week before he starts dropping hints about it in hopes that I&#8217;ll give him a firm answer as to what gift I would like this year. Never, in all the birthdays we&#8217;ve shared, have I given him a definitive answer of what the gift shall be or where I would like to celebrate my special meal. Its like pulling teeth, the poor man.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Cinnamon Raisin Rolls from The Bread Baker's Apprentice by Spicie Foodie | #baking #cinnamonrolls #bread #breakfast " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/CinnamonRaisinRolls02.jpg" /></p>
<p>I can&#8217;t remember the last time I&#8217;ve made a big deal about my birthday, it was probably sometime in my early teens. It isn&#8217;t that I don&#8217;t appreciate him wanting to make the day special for me, because I really do. I really can&#8217;t explain why I&#8217;m like this, but perhaps it has something to do with me being a shy person &#8212; or maybe I&#8217;m just a pain in the ass, yes that&#8217;s it! (Lol)</p>
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<p>Regardless of my annoying birthday habits he always manages to make my day truly special. It isn&#8217;t just on my birthday, it is every day that he showers me with love, affection, attention, support, encouragement, and indulges my every whim. Truth be told, I&#8217;m a very lucky and spoiled wife. To me all of this is gift enough and the material presents are the cherry on top, cliched as it may all sound.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Cinnamon Raisin Rolls from The Bread Baker's Apprentice by Spicie Foodie | #baking #cinnamonrolls #bread #breakfast " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/CinnamonRaisinRolls04.jpg" /></p>
<p>This year I did give a definitive answer as to what I wanted to eat, cinnamon raisin rolls. But since he believes that a birthday girl shouldn&#8217;t have to cook or bake her own b-day meals or dessert, so we comprised on when the baking would take place, these gorgeous rolls were baked last week.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Cinnamon Raisin Rolls from The Bread Baker's Apprentice by Spicie Foodie | #baking #cinnamonrolls #bread #breakfast " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/CinnamonRaisinRolls05.jpg" /></p>
<p>The recipe comes from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1580082688/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=1580082688&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=spicief-20" target="_blank">The Bread Baker&#8217;s Apprentice: Mastering the Art of Extraordinary Bread</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" alt="" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=spicief-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=1580082688" width="1" height="1" border="0" /><br />
cookbook, and it was one I bookmarked last year when I purchased the book. Yep, it&#8217;s only taken a year but finally I tested out the recipe. Unfortunately I don&#8217;t have permission from the author to publish the recipe, so you should really get a copy. Believe me this is a cookbook you want to own. Plus if you prefer sticky buns to cinnamon buns then you can read Peter Reinhart&#8217;s instructions for the recipe variations.</p>
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<p>Being an inexperienced baker I followed the instructions to the letter. The only thing I did different is I added more cinnamon than the recipe called for. We are both huge fans of the spice and love these rolls with a strong cinnamon flavour. The results were fantastic! The rolls were soft, moist, warm and the sweet smell of cinnamon filled the house. In all honesty we haven&#8217;t tasted rolls this good since we last ate Cinnabon years ago.</p>
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<p>For a few days we were waking up to a warm breakfast of cinnamon raisin rolls with a side of coffee or tea. The bad part is that they are all gone now, but in regards to the waistline that&#8217;s probably not such a bad thing. Next time I won&#8217;t be waiting until my birthday to bake another batch of Mr. Reinhart&#8217;s rolls. In fact I can&#8217;t wait to bake more.</p>
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<p><strong>In celebration of my (34th) birthday and our wedding anniversary next week I will be taking some time off from blogging. In a way it is my birthday gift to myself; a much needed break away from the computer. I plan to mostly stay disconnected (but you can still reach me via email or the contact form above) and catch up on some book reading. Besides that I have no other plans, I&#8217;ll just take it one day at a time.</strong></p>
<p>Have a great weekend everyone! I&#8217;ll be back with a brand new recipe next weekend&#8230;.or so.</p>
<p>P.S.<br />
Please go wish a very Happy Birthday to my friend Ramona of <a title="Curry and Comfort Blog" href="http://curryandcomfort.blogspot.com" target="_blank">Curry and Comfort</a>. We share the same b-day:)  Also I&#8217;d like to wish a very Happy Mother&#8217;s Day to all the mommies who read this blog.</p>
<p>P.P.S<br />
Here&#8217;s <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1580082688/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=1580082688&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=spicief-20" target="_blank">The Bread Baker&#8217;s Apprentice: Mastering the Art of Extraordinary Bread</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" alt="" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=spicief-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=1580082688" width="1" height="1" border="0" />, the cookbook where I got the Cinnamon Rolls recipe.<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1580082688/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=1580082688&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=spicief-20" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="http://ws.assoc-amazon.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=1580082688&amp;Format=_SL160_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=spicief-20" border="0" /></a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" alt="" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=spicief-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=1580082688" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></p>
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		<title>Lemon, Garlic and Fresh Herbes de&#8217;Provence Roasted Chicken and A Slice of Chocolate Cake</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 08:31:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Who doesn&#8217;t love a golden, tender, juicy, crispy skinned, perfectly roasted chicken? I think it is a difficult meal for many to resist. I roast a whole chicken quite often and so it is one of my go-to meals, which has also become one of our favorites. Chicken is great for taking on the flavours [...]]]></description>
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<p>Who doesn&#8217;t love a golden, tender, juicy, crispy skinned, perfectly roasted chicken? I think it is a difficult meal for many to resist. I roast a whole chicken quite often and so it is one of my go-to meals, which has also become one of our favorites.</p>
<p>Chicken is great for taking on the flavours of whatever spices and herbs you pair it with. The possibilities of spices and flavours are endless, each time creating a completely new sensation for your taste buds. But it also tastes wonderful with a simple sprinkling of salt and ground black pepper.</p>
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<p>One of the main reasons why roasted chicken is one of my go-to meal is because of the little effort it takes to prepare. I conjure up the particular spice and/or herb mix I&#8217;m in the mood for, rub it all over the chicken, and plop it in the oven. Virtually forgetting about it until the savory scents draw me to the oven for a quick peek or when the timer goes off. It&#8217;s always easy, simple and most importantly, satisfying!</p>
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<p>The inspiration for this roasted chicken came from our trip to the organic meat shop. This particular day they also had packets of fresh herbes de&#8217;Provence. Immediately I was inspired to pair them alongside lemon and garlic for our roasted chicken dinner. The package contained fresh thyme, sage, rosemary and tarragon. I&#8217;ve only ever used the dried herb mix so I was excited to work with the fresh herbs.</p>
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<p>Instead of precise measuring I cooked by feel allowing my taste buds and nose to lead the way. Please feel free to adjust the amounts to your personal preference.</p>
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<p>The chicken tasted of lemon, garlic and a little bit of each of the herbs I used. This is one roasted chicken version that will definitely be on our dinner table again. (I prefer dark meat, it has so much more flavour.)</p>
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<p>As a special treat for dessert we also purchased a couple of slices of this decadent chocolate cake. The bottom cake layer tasted just like a brownie and the top thick chocolate layer had nuts. To quote my husband <em>&#8220;This is one of the best chocolate cakes I have ever eaten!&#8221;</em> It truly was.</p>
<p>See not everything at the Spicie Foodie home is a spicy meal.:) Some days simple, comfort food like this really hits the spot. <strong>Have a great Wednesday amigos. </strong></p>
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		<title>30 Mother&#8217;s Day Recipes From Our Sponsors and Me</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2013 16:00:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mother&#8217;s Day is this Sunday, so to help you celebrate my sponsors and I are sharing 30 recipes that your mom will love. Enjoy! Here is a small selection from Julie of Gourmet Getaways. Stay connect to Gourmet Getaways on Twitter &#124; Facebook &#124; Pinterest &#124; Vegan Creamy Strawberry &#38; Coconut Ice Cream Cinnamon Pull [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><!-- Start Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><!-- End Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><p>Mother&#8217;s Day is this Sunday, so to help you celebrate my sponsors and I are sharing 30 recipes that your mom will love. Enjoy!</p>
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<p>Here is a small selection from Julie of <a href="http://gourmetgetaways.com.au" target="_blank">Gourmet Getaways</a>. Stay connect to Gourmet Getaways on <a href="https://twitter.com/GourmetGetaway" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GourmetGetaway" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="http://pinterest.com/gourmetgetaway/ " target="_blank">Pinterest</a> |</p>
<p><img alt="Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream by @GourmetGetaways" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Strawberry-Ice-cream-Vegan.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Vegan Creamy Strawberry &amp; Coconut Ice Cream" href="http://gourmetgetaways.com.au/creamy-strawberry-coconut-ice-cream/" target="_blank">Vegan Creamy Strawberry &amp; Coconut Ice Cream</a></p>
<p><img alt="Cinnamon Pull Apart Bread by @GourmetGetaways" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Easter-Bun-Pullapart.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Cinnamon Pull Apart Bread" href="http://gourmetgetaways.com.au/easter-cinnamon-pull-apart/ " target="_blank">Cinnamon Pull Apart Bread</a></p>
<p><img alt="Easy Skinny Strawberry Trifle by @GourmetGetaways" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Easy-Strawberry-trifle.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Easy Skinny Strawberry Trifle by Gourmet Getaways" href="http://gourmetgetaways.com.au/skinny-strawberry-trifle/ " target="_blank">Easy Skinny Strawberry Trifle by Gourmet Getaways</a></p>
<p><img alt="Lemon Calypso Cocktails by @GourmetGetaways" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Lemon-Callipo-Sorbet.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Lemon Calypso Cocktails" href="http://gourmetgetaways.com.au/lemon-calippo-cocktail/ " target="_blank">Lemon Calypso Cocktails</a></p>
<p><img alt="Smoked Salmon Wontons by @GourmetGetaways" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Smoked-Salmon-Canape.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Smoked Salmon Wontons" href="http://gourmetgetaways.com.au/smoked-salmon-wontons/  " target="_blank">Smoked Salmon Wontons</a></p>
<p><img alt="Tuna Linguine with Lemon Chili by @GourmetGetaways" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Tuna-Linguine.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Tuna Linguine with Lemon Chili" href="http://gourmetgetaways.com.au/tuna-linguine-w-lemon-chili/  " target="_blank">Tuna Linguine with Lemon Chili</a></p>
<p><img alt="Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls by @GourmetGetaways" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Vietmanese-Rice-Paper-Rolls.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls" href="http://gourmetgetaways.com.au/vietnamese-rice-paper-rolls-2/" target="_blank">Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls</a></p>
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Here is a small selection from Tania of <a href="http://www.mykitchenstories.com.au" target="_blank">My Kitchen Stories</a>. You can keep up with My Kitchen Stories on <a href="https://twitter.com/KitchenStories1" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MyKitchenStories1" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="http://pinterest.com/kitchenstories1/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> |</p>
<p><img alt="Spaghettini with Broccoli Pesto by @MyKitchenStories" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Broccoli-pesto.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Spaghettini with Broccoli Pesto" href="http://www.mykitchenstories.com.au/2013/04/spaghettini-with-broccoli-pesto/" target="_blank">Spaghettini with Broccoli Pesto</a></p>
<p><img alt="Chocolate Tart with Hazelnut Semifreddo by @MyKitchenStories" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/chocolate-tart-with-amadei-chocolate.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Chocolate Tart with Hazelnut Semifreddo" href="http://www.mykitchenstories.com.au/2013/02/chocolate-tart-with-hazelnut-semifreddo-and-love/" target="_blank">Chocolate Tart with Hazelnut Semifreddo</a></p>
<p><img alt="No Carb Fried Rice by @MyKitchenStories" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Delicious-carb-free-dinner.jpg" /><br />
<a title="No Carb Fried Rice" href="http://www.mykitchenstories.com.au/2013/04/no-carb-fried-rice/ " target="_blank">No Carb Fried Rice</a></p>
<p><img alt="Gluten Grain Free Lemon Honeyed Pear Tart by @MyKitchenStories" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/LemonHoneyedPear_Tart.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Gluten Grain Free Lemon Honeyed Pear Tart" href="http://www.mykitchenstories.com.au/2013/04/gluten-grain-free-lemon-honeyed-pear-tart-sabh-april/" target="_blank">Gluten Grain Free Lemon Honeyed Pear Tart</a></p>
<p><img alt="Ricotta and chocolate gluten free cake &amp; Lemon Ricotta Cake by @MyKitchenStories" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Ricotta-chocolate-and-strawberry-cake.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Ricotta and chocolate gluten free cake &amp; Lemon Ricotta Cake" href="http://www.mykitchenstories.com.au/2013/02/lemon-ricotta-cake-and-life-by-the-lakes/" target="_blank">Ricotta and chocolate gluten free cake &amp; Lemon Ricotta Cake</a></p>
<p><img alt="Smoked Salmon and Yoghurt Bombs by @MyKitchenStories" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Smoked-Salmon-Bombs.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Smoked Salmon and Yoghurt Bombs" href="http://www.mykitchenstories.com.au/2013/05/smoked-salmon/" target="_blank">Smoked Salmon and Yoghurt Bombs</a></p>
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<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Manu's Menu" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/graphics_new/ManusMenu.jpg" /></p>
<p>April&#8217;s YBR Feature winner was Manu of <a href="http://www.manusmenu.com/" target="_blank">Manu&#8217;s Menu</a>, and here are a couple of her recipes perfect for Mother&#8217;s Day.</p>
<p><img alt="Easy Eggplant Parmigiana by @Manuela Zangara" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/EggplantParmigiana.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Easy Eggplant Parmigiana" href="http://www.manusmenu.com/easy-eggplant-parmigiana" target="_blank">Easy Eggplant Parmigiana</a></p>
<p><img alt="Prawn and Zucchini Spaghetti  by @Manuela Zangara" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/MothersDay13/Prawn-and-Zucchini-Spaghetti.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Prawn and Zucchini Spaghetti" href="http://www.manusmenu.com/prawn-and-zucchini-spaghetti" target="_blank">Prawn and Zucchini Spaghetti</a></p>
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<p>Lastly here are some recipes from the Spicie Foodie archive that your Mom will love!</p>
<p><img alt="Flaky Roasted Tomato and Parmesan Tart by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2011/09/TomatoTart_v1_01.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Flaky Roasted Tomato and Parmesan Tart" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2011/09/09/flaky-roasted-tomato-and-parmesan-tart/">Flaky Roasted Tomato and Parmesan Tart</a></p>
<p><img alt="Lemon Garlic Stuffed Trout by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2012/05/LemonGarlic_BrookTrout01.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Lemon Garlic Stuffed Brook Trout and Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/05/09/lemon-garlic-brook-trout/">Lemon Garlic Stuffed Trout</a></p>
<p><img alt="Tapas and Fruit Sangria by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2012/06/Tapas_FruitSangria01.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Tapas, Fruit Sangria and Spain On My Mind" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/06/20/tapas-fruit-sangria-and-spain-on-my-mind/">Tapas and Fruit Sangria</a></p>
<p><img alt="Steak and Cremini Mushroom Orzo Pilaf (Vegetarian Option) by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/02/SteakMushroom_OrzoPilaf01.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Steak and Cremini Mushroom Orzo Pilaf (Vegetarian Option)" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/02/15/steak-and-cremini-mushroom-orzo-pilaf-vegetarian-option/">Steak and Cremini Mushroom Orzo Pilaf (Vegetarian Option)</a></p>
<p><img alt="Spinach Blackberry &amp; Prosciutto Salad by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2012/06/SpinachBlackerry_Salad02.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Spinach Blackberry &amp; Prosciutto Salad, Plus June’s Taste From The Past" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/06/18/spinach-blackberry-prosciutto-salad-plus-junes-taste-from-the-past/">Spinach Blackberry &amp; Prosciutto Salad</a></p>
<p><img alt="Nectarine Goat Cheese Galette, Made with Olive Oil Pastry Dough by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2012/07/NectarineGoatCheese_Galette01.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Nectarine Goat Cheese Galette, Made with Olive Oil Pastry Dough" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/07/27/nectarine-goat-cheese-galette-made-with-olive-oil-pastry-dough/">Nectarine Goat Cheese Galette, Made with Olive Oil Pastry Dough</a></p>
<p><img alt="Jalapeno Plum Sauce and Spring Rolls with Plum Sauce by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2012/08/PlumSauce_SpringRolls02.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Jalapeno Plum Sauce and Spring Rolls with Plum Sauce" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/08/13/jalapeno-plum-sauce-and-spring-rolls-with-plum-sauce/">Jalapeno Plum Sauce and Spring Rolls with Plum Sauce</a></p>
<p><img alt="Papas Rellenas Con Chorizo or Chorizo Stuffed Potatoes (Gluten Free Version) by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2012/10/PapasRellenas_Chorizo01.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Papas Rellenas Con Chorizo or Chorizo Stuffed Potatoes (Gluten Free Version)" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/10/24/papas-rellenas-con-chorizo-or-chorizo-stuffed-potatoes-gluten-free-version/">Papas Rellenas Con Chorizo or Chorizo Stuffed Potatoes (Gluten Free Version)</a></p>
<p><img alt="Buckwheat Crepes and Buckwheat Crepes with Roasted Vegetables by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2012/11/BuckwheatCrepes09.jpg" /><br />
<a title="How To Make Buckwheat Crepes and Buckwheat Crepes with Roasted Vegetables" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/11/14/how-to-make-buckwheat-crepes-and-buckwheat-crepes-with-roasted-vegetables/">Buckwheat Crepes and Buckwheat Crepes with Roasted Vegetables</a></p>
<p><img alt="Spicy Apple Goat Cheese Galette by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/02/SpicyApple_GoatCheeseGalette01.jpg" /><br />
<a title="An Apple A Day and Spicy Apple Goat Cheese Galette" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/02/04/an-apple-a-day-and-spicy-apple-goat-cheese-galette/">Spicy Apple Goat Cheese Galette</a></p>
<p><img alt="Asparagus Goat Cheese Tart  by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2011/Aparagus_GoatCheeseTart02.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Asparagus Goat Cheese Tart" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2011/05/22/asparagus-goat-cheese-tart-2/">Asparagus Goat Cheese Tart</a></p>
<p><img alt="Banana Cream Pie with Chocolate Crust by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/02/BananaCreamPie01.jpg" /><br />
<a title="{My First} Banana Cream Pie with Chocolate Crust" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/02/23/my-first-banana-cream-pie-with-chocolate-crust/">Banana Cream Pie with Chocolate Crust</a></p>
<p><img alt="Braised Honey Mustard Rabbit Or Lapin au miel et à la moutard by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/03/HoneyMustard_Rabbit01.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Braised Honey Mustard Rabbit Or Lapin au miel et à la moutard" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/03/06/braised-honey-mustard-rabbit-or-lapin-au-miel-et-a-la-moutard/">Braised Honey Mustard Rabbit Or Lapin au miel et à la moutard</a></p>
<p><img alt="Simple Creamy White Asparagus Soup by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/03/CreamyWhiteAsparagus_Soup01.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Simple Creamy White Asparagus Soup Recipe" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/03/29/simple-creamy-white-asparagus-soup-recipe/">Simple Creamy White Asparagus Soup</a></p>
<p><img alt="Spicy Potato Pie: Crustless and Gluten-Free by @SpicieFoodie" src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/04/SpicyPotatoPie01.jpg" /><br />
<a title="Spicy Potato Pie: Crustless and Gluten-Free" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/04/08/spicy-potato-pie-crustless-and-gluten-free/">Spicy Potato Pie: Crustless and Gluten-Free</a></p>
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		<title>Sunday Snapshots: Sunday Breakfast and Egg Cooking Tips</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2013 08:34:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I am very lucky to have a husband that never complains about the food I serve him. He is always honest with me about the way a dish tastes, if it can be improved, or if it is perfect as it, it is something I really appreciate. Ninety-nine percent of the time I cook what [...]]]></description>
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<p>I am very lucky to have a husband that never complains about the food I serve him. He is always honest with me about the way a dish tastes, if it can be improved, or if it is perfect as it, it is something I really appreciate. Ninety-nine percent of the time I cook what I want, but occasionally he suggests something or asks to have a craving satisfied.</p>
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<p>One meal he asks for is scrambled eggs, toast, orange juice and coffee. Over the past few months it has become our Sunday morning breakfast ritual. During the week we don&#8217;t often<a href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/category/eggs/"> eat eggs</a>, so it&#8217;s a breakfast we both look forward to.</p>
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<p>Have I ever mentioned that my husband taught me how to cook eggs? He did. Back in the days when I didn&#8217;t cook I often requested that he cook eggs for me. I would watch and listen to him as he explained how to properly cook them. As far as I am concerned he makes the best scrambled and fried eggs in the world! Yes, really!:)</p>
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<p>The best tip he gave me about cooking eggs was to keep the heat low. He said that by keeping the flame low and allowing the eggs to cook slowly you can prevent them from overcooking and becoming bitter. That is a great tip, because often times at restaurants eggs are overcooked, too firm and have a bitter taste.</p>
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<p>Nowadays I do nearly all of the cooking, which I don&#8217;t mind at all, and when I cook eggs for us I always remember the tips and way he taught me to cook scrambled eggs. So when I scramble eggs for us I start off by turning the flame low, then add the butter and allow it to melt. I crack each egg on the side of the pan and drop it in, once all the eggs are in I use a wooden spoon to mix and break up the eggs. I leave the eggs alone, over very low heat, to slowly cook. Once they start slightly firming up I mix them up a bit. While they are still wet, runny, and just before reaching the consistency we like, I add cheese to the pan. I turn off the heat and move the eggs all together to one corner of the pan and allow them to cook to the consistency we want. This also allows the cheese to melt into the eggs. Once ready I give them another stir and serve them with toast, sometimes with fruit others with bacon or ham, or a mix of fruit and ham or bacon.</p>
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<p>We both like our scrambled eggs wet or just slightly undercooked, that is how they taste best. I also love to have hot sauce with my eggs, hubby occasionally does too. Right now I love adding a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;keywords=habanero%20salsa&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;qid=1367700064&amp;rh=n%3A16321181%2Ck%3Ahabanero%20salsa&amp;rnid=2941120011&amp;tag=spicief-20" target="_blank">habanero hot salsa</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" alt="" src="https://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=spicief-20&amp;l=ur2&amp;o=1" width="1" height="1" border="0" />,my husband picked up, to my scrambled eggs. Sometimes if I want a milder salsa I like using <a title="Valentina Salsa Picante Extra Hot Sauce, 12 oz" href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000GHNWC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B0000GHNWC&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=spicief-20" target="_blank">Valentina hot sauce</a> &#8212; but they are both delish on eggs!</p>
<p>You might have noticed the green herb sprinkled over the eggs in these photos, it is dill. I added it to try to improve the look of the eggs but it turns out dill tastes terrific with cheesy scrambled eggs and habanero hot sauce. What a great discovery, and one I&#8217;ll be trying again soon.</p>
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<p><strong>How about you, do you have a Sunday breakfast ritual?</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Want more breakfast ideas?</strong><br />
- <a title="Heart Waffles with Maple Syrup" href="http://gourmetgetaways.com.au/kambrook-sunny-hunny-waffle-maker-review/" target="_blank">Heart Waffles with Maple Syrup</a> by Gourmet Getaways<br />
- <a title="Apricot &amp; Almond Bircher Muesli" href="http://gourmetgetaways.com.au/apricot-almond-bircher-meusli-roaming-cow-giveaway/" target="_blank">Apricot &amp; Almond Bircher Muesli</a> by Gourmet Getaways<br />
- <a title="Berry Delicious Breakfast Pizza with Vanilla Mascarpone" href="http://gourmetgetaways.com.au/berry-delicious-breakfast-pizza-w-vanilla-mascarpone-a-giveaway-2/" target="_blank">Berry Delicious Breakfast Pizza with Vanilla Mascarpone</a> by Gourmet Getaways</p>
<p><strong>And if you&#8217;re looking for an awesome dessert for tonight&#8217;s dinner</strong><br />
- <a title="Condensed Milk Vanilla Ice Cream" href="http://www.mykitchenstories.com.au/2011/07/i-love-mexican/" target="_blank">Condensed Milk Vanilla Ice Cream</a> served with toasted banana bread and bananas by My Kitchen Stories</p>
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		<title>Enfrijoladas de Pollo or Chicken Enfrijoladas for Cinco de Mayo</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 08:01:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Spicie Foodie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cinco de Mayo, or Fifth of May, is Mexican holiday that many Americans celebrate. Even though the holiday belongs to Mexico, Mexicans are not getting as excited about it as our neighbors to the North. To us Mexicans in Mexico and many of us living abroad, it is just another patriotic day that commemorates an 1800s battle [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><!-- Start Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><!-- End Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Chicken Stuffed Enfrijoladas Recipe by SpicieFoodie | #chicken #enfrijoladas #mexican #authentic #cincodemayo #beans #recipes " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/Enfrijoladas_Chicken01.jpg"><em>Cinco de Mayo</em>, or Fifth of May, is Mexican holiday that many Americans celebrate. Even though the holiday belongs to Mexico, Mexicans are not getting as excited about it as our neighbors to the North. To us Mexicans in Mexico and many of us living abroad, it is just another patriotic day that commemorates an <a title="History of Cinco de Mayo" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinco_de_Mayo" target="_blank">1800s battle victory over the French Army in the state of Puebla</a>. (It is not our Independence Day, that is in September.)</p>
<p>In Mexico it is mostly the state of Puebla that celebrates the holiday. My family is from a different state and so we never celebrated Cinco de Mayo. After moving to the US we were surprised every year to see Americans wanting to celebrate.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Chicken Stuffed Enfrijoladas Recipe by SpicieFoodie | #chicken #enfrijoladas #mexican #authentic #cincodemayo #beans #recipes " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/Enfrijoladas_Chicken02.jpg"></p>
<p>I&#8217;m not really sure if it is the large food and beverage corporations or perhaps the Mexican-Americans and early immigrant settlers that brought the holiday to national attention. The beverage corporations surely can take credit for the commercialization of the holiday, which has begun spreading worldwide. (Anything to make money, right?) What I do know is that it can&#8217;t possibly be a bad thing in regards to eradicating racism and improving relations. Plus, if there is good food and a party who can resist that? No one.</p>
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<p>Since so many people like celebrating Cinco de Mayo I thought it would be great to share a new authentic Mexican recipe, and some of my <a href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/category/mexican/">previously published ones</a>, to celebrate the holiday.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Chicken Stuffed Enfrijoladas Recipe by SpicieFoodie | #chicken #enfrijoladas #mexican #authentic #cincodemayo #beans #recipes " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/Enfrijoladas_Chicken04.jpg"></p>
<p>These are called <em>enfrijoladas</em> and I can best describe them as the sister of enchiladas. Instead of a red or green pepper salsa, corn tortillas are dipped into a pinto or black bean bean puree. Mostly the tortillas are simply dipped into the bean sauce and folded into half moon shapes, but they can also be filled with cheese, meat or vegetables. They are topped with a variety of typical Mexican garnishes like sour cream, avocado, onions, crumbly cheese, chiles, salsa and/or radishes. Depending what they are stuffed with they can be served for breakfast, lunch, a light or standard dinner.</p>
<p>Believe me enfrijoladas are a Mexican dish you really want to eat and make, hubby and I absolutely love this meal! Okay, below is how I make mine.</p>
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<div itemprop="description" class="ERSSummary">Enfrijoladas are similar to enchiladas, but instead of a chile sauce beans are used to coat the tortillas. Make these chicken filled enfrijoladas to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.</div>
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<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">&frac34; cup reserved chicken or bean broth</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">420g or 13/4 cups cooked beans or leftover mashed</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">10-12 corn tortillas (don&#8217;t use flour)</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 small onion, finely chopped</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">3 garlic cloves, minced</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">splash of vegetable oil</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2 tbsp chipotle sauce or 1 whole chipotle pepper, optional</li>
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<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Boil the chicken, allowed to cool and reserved broth. Once it has cooled enough to handle remove skin, and shred meat off the bones. (You can also use leftover roasted chicken, or chicken breasts if desired.)</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Heat oil, saute onion and garlic until soft, then add the beans and chipotle sauce, cook for a coulple of minutes. Then blend with &frac34; cup broth, but add a little at a time so the bean puree doesn&#8217;t become to thin and watery. It should be a creamy sauce thick enough to coat each tortilla. Pour the bean puree back into pot/pan.</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Heat the tortillas on a griddle or microwave(a few at a time) just to soften. Dip each tortilla into bean sauce, just like in the photos. Place on a plate and add a bit of the cooked chicken onto one half. Or for vegetarian version fill only with cheese and onion. Fold each filled tortilla in half, into a half moon shape, and repeat for each enfrijolada you&#8217;d like to prepare. Top with cheese, onion, jalapenos, or any of the other suggested toppings.</li>
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<p>We ate these <em>enfrijoladas</em> for dinner. I had some <a title="Ejotes con Huevos or Mexican Green Beans with Eggs" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/08/06/ejotes-con-huevos-or-mexican-green-beans-with-eggs/">Mexican green beans</a> leftover so I served them on the side. Don&#8217;t be intimidated by the recipe as it is so so easy to prepare. Plus if you have leftover boiled or refried beans and some meat, then this is a great way of using them all up.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter" alt="Chicken Stuffed Enfrijoladas Recipe by SpicieFoodie | #chicken #enfrijoladas #mexican #authentic #cincodemayo #beans #recipes " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2013/05/Enfrijoladas_Chicken07.jpg"></p>
<p>Regardless if you will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo or not I hope you give enfrijoladas a try. Like we say in Mexico, <em>buen provecho</em> or bon appetite! Below are more Mexican recipes for your fiestas this weekend.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/05/02/roasted-turkey-in-tomato-chipotle-sauce-and-cinco-de-mayo/"><img class="aligncenter" alt="Cinco de Mayo Recipe by SpicieFoodie | #cindodemayo #tacos #tortas #recipes #mexican #fiesta " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2012/05/TacosSm.jpg" width="550" height="552"></a></p>
<p>- <a title="Wordless Wednesday: Homemade Corn Tortillas" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/04/03/wordless-wednesday-homemade-corn-tortillas/">Homemade Corn Tortillas</a><br />
- <a title="Bistec en Salsa Roja (Steak in Red Salsa) or The Nameless Dish" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/10/19/bistec-en-salsa-roja-steak-in-red-salsa-or-the-nameless-dish/">Bistec en Salsa Roja (Steak in Red Salsa)</a><br />
- <a title="Mexican Cajeta (aka Dulce de Leche) and September’s YBR Signup" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/09/21/mexican-cajeta-aka-dulce-de-leche-and-septembers-ybr-signup/">Mexican Cajeta (aka Dulce de Leche)</a><br />
- <a title="Ejotes con Huevos or Mexican Green Beans with Eggs" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/08/06/ejotes-con-huevos-or-mexican-green-beans-with-eggs/">Ejotes con Huevos or Mexican Green Beans with Eggs</a><br />
- <a title="Grilled Fish Tostadas" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/08/08/grilled-fish-tostadas/">Grilled Fish Tostadas</a><br />
- <a title="Tortas de Milanesa or Pork Cutlet Sandwiches" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/07/13/tortas-de-milanesa-or-pork-cutlet-sandwiches/">Tortas de Milanesa or Pork Cutlet Sandwiches</a><br />
- <a title="Red Chicken Pozole, Cannibalism and My Birthday" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/05/11/redchicken-pozole-cannibalism-and-my-birthday/">Red Chicken Pozole</a><br />
- <a title="Healthy Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Chips" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/05/04/healthy-cinnamon-sugar-chips/">Healthy Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Chips</a><br />
- <a title="Roasted Turkey in Tomato Chipotle Sauce and Cinco De Mayo" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/05/02/roasted-turkey-in-tomato-chipotle-sauce-and-cinco-de-mayo/">Roasted Turkey in Tomato Chipotle Sauce</a><br />
- <a title="Tacos Al Pastor, The Best Tacos In The World!" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2011/06/05/tacos-al-pastor-the-best-tacos-in-the-world-2/">Tacos Al Pastor, The Best Tacos In The World!</a><br />
- <a title="Cochinita Pibil, The Easy Way" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/01/06/cochinita-pibil-the-easy-way/">Cochinita Pibil, The Easy Way</a><br />
- <a title="My First Fish Tacos" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2011/09/16/my-first-fish-tacos/">Fish Tacos</a><br />
- <a title="Chorizo Stuffed Chiles, No Ordinary Chile Relleno" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2011/07/08/chorizo-stuffed-chiles-no-ordinary-chile-relleno-2/">Chorizo Stuffed Chiles, No Ordinary Chile Relleno</a></p>
<p><a title="Pastel de Chocolate Mexicano or Mexican Chocolate Cake" href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2012/03/07/pastel-de-chocolate-mexicano-or-mexican-chocolate-cake/"><img class="aligncenter" alt="Cinco de Mayo Recipe by SpicieFoodie | #cindodemayo #tacos #tortas #recipes #mexican #fiesta " src="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/blogimages/2012/03/MexicanChocolate_Cake08.jpg"></a></p>
<p>For a complete list of all the Mexican recipes I have published <a href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/category/mexican/">please visit this page</a>. Gracias!</p>
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		<title>April&#8217;s YBR Roundup and A Winner</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 08:55:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to another YBR roundup!! Before we get to the recipes I&#8217;d like to announce the “Featured YBR Winner”. And the winner is&#8230; #3, congratulations Manu!! I&#8217;ll be in touch shortly. Thank you everyone for making YBR possible. And now here are Your Best Recipes of April 2013. Stop by, say hello, say you saw [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><!-- Start Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><!-- End Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><p>Welcome to another YBR roundup!! Before we get to the recipes I&#8217;d like to announce the “Featured YBR Winner”. And the winner is&#8230;</p>
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<p><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">#3, congratulations Manu!! I&#8217;ll be in touch shortly.</span></strong></p>
<p>Thank you everyone for making YBR possible. And now here are Your Best Recipes of April 2013. Stop by, say hello, say you saw them at the YBR roundup, Tweet, Like and Pin your favorites.</p>
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		<title>Sunday Snapshots: Hazelnut Crusted Pork Tenderloin</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[In the previous post I asked that you not discard the ground up hazelnut meal leftover from the hazelnut milk. Today I&#8217;m going to show you one of the many ways to use it. Though it can be used in baked goodies, it&#8217;s just as great in this delicious savory pork tenderloin recipe. The left [...]]]></description>
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<p>In the <a href="http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/04/27/how-to-make-hazelnut-milk/">previous post</a> I asked that you not discard the ground up hazelnut meal leftover from the hazelnut milk. Today I&#8217;m going to show you one of the many ways to use it. Though it can be used in baked goodies, it&#8217;s just as great in this delicious savory pork tenderloin recipe.</p>
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<p>The left side photo below shows you what the leftover hazelnut meal looked liked after it was milked. If you aren&#8217;t using the meal right away it can be spread onto a baking sheet and slowly dried in the oven under a low setting. Or you could also store it in the refrigerator for a day or two before using it. Since I used mine in this recipe the same day I did neither. All I did was give it an extra squeeze to remove as much of the liquid as possible.</p>
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<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 pork tenderloin (weighing 500 gm or 1 lb.)</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">olive oil</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">leftover ground up hazelnuts from previous hazelnut milk*</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp dried rosemary</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp dried thyme</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1.5 tsp granulated garlic</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">salt, to taste</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">ground black pepper, to taste</li>
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<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Preheat the oven to 200c or 400f, line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or baking paper, rub a bit of olive oil onto it and set aside. In a large container combine the ground up hazelnuts, rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper. Toss until spices are distributed evenly into the hazelnut meal. Gently coat the tenderloin with olive oil until the entire surface is coated. Put the pork tenderloin into the bowl with the spiced hazelnut and roll until it is entirely and well coated. Place it onto the baking sheet, and bake in center of oven for 30 minutes.</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Remove from oven and allow to sit for 5 minutes before slicing. Slice and server over quinoa or rice.</li>
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<div class="ERSNotes">*You can find the hazelnut milk recipe here, http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2013/04/27/how-to-make-hazelnut-milk/. If you don&#8217;t have the leftover hazelnut meal from the milk, simply crush 100 gms of hazelnuts.</div>
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<p>I served our pork tenderloin over quinoa. To prepare it I just followed the package instructions, added a little bit of sauteed onion and used vegetable broth instead of water. The meal was really quite simple. But the best thing was that no part of the hazelnuts went unused &#8212; waste not, want not.</p>
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