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"This rich stew uses typical Portuguese seasonings and ingredients such as dry wine (vinho seco), paprika, and lemon. The meat is oh-so-tender, and the dish is very no-fuss. Serve with rice and/or lots of traditional Portuguese cornmeal bread."

Ingredients: cilantro, dried basil...

"Very pleasing rich taste, wonderful over mashed or boiled potatoes, hope you enjoy them as much as we did. (entry for RSC spring contest - Main course)"

Ingredients: coriander, fresh ground pepper...

"A delicious & heady combination of good red wine, prime beef, smoked bacon, dried orange, shallots, garlic & cepes - dried forest mushrooms! A traditional French recipe with a twist - cook it in the crock pot for ease and convenience. Wonderful in the depths of winter, but equally lovely with crisp salads,crusty bread & baked potatoes during..."

Ingredients: cognac, cornflour...

"Iv'e been craving this since going to DC to meet others from zaar.We went to a place called the taste of Morocco. I found this recipe on line. Serve chicken, covered with sauce, over Couscous or Rice. Have Green Tea with Mint with or after the meal. This Tagine -- the word, also spelled Tajine, refers both to the cooking pot as well as a stew cooked..."

Ingredients: cinnamon sticks, coriander...

"This tagine dish is to be cooked in a traditional tagine. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on size of tagine used and where it is being used. The preserved lemon adds a subtle flavour to the tagine but is not the predominent flavour..."

Ingredients: dried apricots, fresh ground black pepper...

"A quick trip to the Mediterranean is offered in the flavors of this simple and succulent stew. The original recipe comes from one of my favorite cookbooks and presented here includes my adjustments. Accompanied by steamed green beans, this is a comforting fall meal."

Ingredients: small red potatoes, lemon juice...

"Don't let the list of ingredients scare you...this goes together quickly and easily (I made it after work, it was on the table in 45 minutes). I found this in Sunset magazine."

Ingredients: coconut milk, lean ground turkey...

"To me this like a meal in Greece. It's homey and exotic at the same time and something special. The mint yogurt is a personal option. This is a make ahead dish (up to two days)and the best side is couscous."

Ingredients: fresh ginger, fresh mint...

"A delightfully different crock pot recipe for chicken. Serve it with some brown and wild rice, and a handful of sliced almonds on top."

Ingredients: cornstarch, dried marjoram...

"From Supermarket Epicure cookbook. I haven't tried this yet. The recipe states: These slowly cooked lamb shanks are succulent and tender. The meat literally falls off the bone into a slightly sweet tomato sauce flavored with citrus slices, honey and cinnamon. This is dish is ideal for preparing ahead of time as the flavors improve with reheating...."

Ingredients: cinnamon sticks, fresh ground black pepper...

"Bademjan means “eggplant” in Farsi (otherwise known as Persian, the language spoken Iran). This stew works fantastically with Persian rice (Polo) and is a dish which can be modified for vegetarians very easily. Such comfort food–everyone will enjoy this dish."

Ingredients: eggplants, lamb, lemons...

"This sweet-sour stew is enjoyed by many Sephardic families during the Passover seder and other festive events. It has a longer cooking time, but requires very minimal work on your part and tastes even better the next day!


Note: Meat+ fruit combinations are fairly common in Middle Eastern cuisine, but can take getting used to if you..."

Ingredients: cinnamon, cumin, ginger...

Ingredients: coarse salt, cilantro leaves...

"Add a spot of sunshine to the winter months with this freezable Moroccan style chicken dish. Serve with couscous or rice. For freezing directions, see recipe. Leave out the green olives if you prefer."

Ingredients: cilantro, ground cumin...