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Dishes that require a moderate amount of skill, not for beginners, but still manageable for the home cook.
Couscous salad
A traditional dish from the north of Africa and Middle East reinvented. This salad is a meal in a dish, and one more option for a packed lunch as it can be served warm or at room temperature.
Chicken tajine
Moroccan dishes are becoming increasingly popular. This is no more difficult thatn other stew. If you do not have a traditional tajine to cook over coal, you can use a Dutch oven, or a pan with a lid, and your regular stove will do.
Almond French toast
Plan to make the amaretto sauce before hand, keeping it warm in a double boiler. Serve with whipped cream.
San Francisco sourdough bread
The tangy flavor of sourdough bread is fantastic for sandwiches.
Layered leeks and potatoes Italienne
One would think leeks, potatoes, garlic and sage would not marry well. The truth is the flavors blend beautifully.
Baked salmon with fresh herbs
A dish full of flavor and full of color to decorate any table. Choose the wine to use carefully, a fresh, sparkling white wine with a clean taste is the perfect one to cook fish in.
Wheat berry rolls
This method is based in the traditional recipe for French bread rolls.
Candied butternut squash with honey
Butternut squash tastes great when a little sweet.
Swiss chard tart
Serve this Swiss chard tart as a warm appetizer or as a main course for a light meal.
Chocolate kumquat spring rolls
A decadent dessert.