Fresh rosemary, dijon mustard and minced garlic combine to make a fabulously moist pork loin. The mixture makes a slight "crust" on the pork, and the acids in the marinade penetrate and tenderize the meat for a mouth-watering main dish.


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Fresh from my father's garden, these thin, sweet Chinese long beans combine perfectly with hearty ground beef, bound by a delectable soy bean sauce. The different layers of soy beans and sauces add a complexity to an otherwise simple dish. Find these beans now at your specialty grocery store. Serve with fresh steamed rice for a satisfying and tasty treat.


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Grapefruit and berries add a light, fresh touch to spinach and portobello mushrooms. Lightly sauteed red onions add rich sweetness, while a citrus/balsamic vinaigrette marries all the ingredients together.



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A study in simplicity...

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Not many things can beat chicken fried in lard. Ah, the virtues of lard - but that's another post! The resulting flavor and texture are simply unmatched by any other frying method. The crispy skin and moist meat with have you coming back for more. Hot sauce gives this chicken some extra kick without adding too much heat (thank you, Paula Deen. A few of my own secrets are also revealed in this recipe! So c'mon and treat yourself!

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