From the L.A. Times
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2 large carrots, scrubbed and thickly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
10 medium-sized shrimp.
2 medium shallots, minced.
1 bunch of fresh or dried tarragon, finely ...
6 small fresh tomatoes or four medium…size depending on what you have
1 Large Vidalia Onion
2-4 ...
Original recipe here
Ingredients:
3 quarts distilled or filtered water
1 cup organic, white sugar
4
PARFAITS
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup finely chopped, peeled English cucumber
1/4 cup ...
3/4 of a pint of cottage cheese
2 teaspoons of mayonnaise
a handful of chopped chives (fresh if ...
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