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From February 14, 2007

 

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Mediterranean Dishes
 
 

This week we are featuring Mediterranean Dishes. That gives us a lot of territory to choose from since the Mediterranean region spans three continents and sixteen countries including Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, Greece, Morocco, Turkey & Egypt. Experiment with the different flavors and take a trip through the Mediterranean!

 
 
Mediterranean Cooking Turkish Ground Lamb on Skewers

Turkish Ground Lamb on Skewers

Lamb is popular in eastern Mediterranean regions. This is a fun and different preparation for ground lamb with an interesting and mild blend of flavors. Serve it with Saffron Rice with Dried Fruit & Nuts for a complete Mediterranean experience.

Turkish Ground Lamb on Skewers

 

 
Mediterranean Cooking Saffron Rice with Dried Fruit & Nuts

Saffron Rice with Dried Fruit & Nuts

The addition of dried fruits and nuts to this rice is a fun variation on plain old rice and the saffron gives it a nice yellow color and mild flavor. Use any combination of dried fruits and nuts that you want.

Saffron Rice with Dried Fruit & Nuts

 

 
Mediterranean Cooking Chicken Sausage & Lentils with Fennel

Chicken Sausage & Lentils with Fennel

Never had fennel before? Try it - you'll like it with its sweet licorice flavor. Never had lentils? Try 'em - you'll like 'em! The combination of the meaty lentils with the chicken sausage makes this dish a satisfying and nutritious supper perfect for a cold evening. Enjoy with a glass of red wine.

Chicken Sausage & Lentils with Fennel

 

 
Mediterranean Cooking Big Pasta with Mushrooms

Big Pasta with Mushrooms

Lots of mushrooms in a creamy sauce mixed in with big pasta and then baked. Yum! Perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining a crowd. Make it ahead and reheat it during the week. Serve it with a salad and you've got a complete meal. Leftovers are excellent for lunch.

Big Pasta with Mushrooms

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

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