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Christmas Bundt Cake

Since I can remember this cake is on our Christmas table, or already on the table just before Christmas. My mother bakes Bundt every year, and not only one; at least 12, to give away to people she knows,…

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Sauerkraut, speck, bockwurst and mustard

Sauerkraut is a typical Dutch-German dish. Bockwurst as well. And mustard and bacon/speck is something we Northern Europeans are also not fussy about. From all the mash and ‘stumps’ (a mixture between potatoes and often vegetables) we make in…

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Mexican food feast: Chili con Carne

One of my favourite cuisines is the Mexican. No, that is not classy, not fancy, and not exclusive. Also not the best for my diet and figure. But oh yeah, it’s a fantastic cuisine with delicious, flavourful food. Chili con…

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Red Pesto and Parmaham puff pastry rolls

It’s Friday, it’s almost weekend! Are you ready for sundowners and snacks tonight? These cute rolls are easy to make, look great and most important: they are super tasty. Ingredients 1 sheet of puff pastry 3 table spoons of…

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Sundried tomato and macadamia nut red pesto

The best pestos you don’t buy but make yourself. While it’s usually basil, olive oil, pine nuts, garlic and Parmesan cheese you blend together as a green pesto, this favourite in our household is a red pesto. We always…

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Melanzane alla Parmigiana

In this dish you will taste a little bit of Italy in every bite you take. It’s one of my all time favourite Italian oven dishes: Melanzane alla Parmigiana. I absolutely love Melanzane, and could eat it every week.…

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Pasta alla Puttanesca

Prostitution is claimed to be the oldest profession in the world. I am not sure how one can test or control that but I can understand it’s a job that does exist already for centuries. Also in Rome. Pasta Puttanesca…

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Baked avocado parmesan cheese cups

Avocados are delicious and extremely healthy for you. These baked avo and Parmesan cheese cups are great. You can eat them for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Always a winner! Ingredients Serves 4 2 avocados 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive…