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Easy Garam Masala

Easy Garam Masala
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This is a quick Garam Masala (Indian spice) mix. Garam Masala is better when made with whole spices that have been roasted and ground, but this is a quick and easy substitute that's pretty good.
Servings Prep Time
1/2 cup 20 minutes
Servings Prep Time
1/2 cup 20 minutes
Easy Garam Masala
Print Recipe
This is a quick Garam Masala (Indian spice) mix. Garam Masala is better when made with whole spices that have been roasted and ground, but this is a quick and easy substitute that's pretty good.
Servings Prep Time
1/2 cup 20 minutes
Servings Prep Time
1/2 cup 20 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: cup
Instructions
  1. Mix cumin, coriander, cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  2. Place mix in an airtight container, and store in a cool, dry place.
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Berbere (Ethiopian Spice Mix)

Berbere (Ethiopian Spice Mix)
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Berbere is a Ethiopian Spice Mix that is used in many Ethiopian and Non-Ethiopian dishes.
Servings Prep Time
1/2 Cup 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
1/2 Cup 30 minutes
Berbere (Ethiopian Spice Mix)
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Berbere is a Ethiopian Spice Mix that is used in many Ethiopian and Non-Ethiopian dishes.
Servings Prep Time
1/2 Cup 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
1/2 Cup 30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: Cup
Instructions
  1. In a mortar and pestle, crack the cloves into small pieces—this will allow them to disperse more evenly into the mix.
  2. In a heavy dry pan over medium heat, toast the cloves, coriander, fenugreek, peppercorns, ajwain, and allspice until they are are fragrant. Remove from the pan before they begin to smoke and allow to cool.
  3. Mix the remaining ingredients.
  4. Store in an airtight container and grind just before use.
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Baked Cranberry Squash

Baked Cranberry Squash
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Sweet tasting squash cassarole.
Servings Prep Time
6 60 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 60 minutes
Baked Cranberry Squash
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Sweet tasting squash cassarole.
Servings Prep Time
6 60 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 60 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Place squash cut side up on foil-lined baking sheet.
  3. In a large bowl, combine pear, cranberries, orange juice concentrate, honey or syrup, cinnamon and allspice. Spoon mixture into squash cavities.
  4. Use any extra liquid to brush cut edges of squash.
  5. Bake 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until squash is soft.
  6. Serve hot. Serves 4 to 6.
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African Vegetarian Stew

African Vegetarian Stew
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African variation of a Vegetarian Stew.
Servings Prep Time
10 People 45 minutes
Servings Prep Time
10 People 45 minutes
African Vegetarian Stew
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African variation of a Vegetarian Stew.
Servings Prep Time
10 People 45 minutes
Servings Prep Time
10 People 45 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: People
Instructions
  1. Combine all the ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.
Recipe Notes

** Parsnips may be substituted for the kohlrabi.

* Chickpeas

Serve the couscous separately if desired.

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