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Category: Appetizers

  • Roasted Pepper Antipasto (Mediterranean Appetizers)

    Roasted Pepper Antipasto (Mediterranean Appetizers)

    Jars of Italian mixed peppers in olive oil are now a common sight in many supermarkets. None, however, can compete with this colorful, freshly made version, perfect as a starter on its own, or with some Italian salamis and other cold meats. SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 20 minCOOK TIME: 45 minREADY TIME: 1 h 05 minCALORIES:…

  • Stuffed Vine Leaves With Garlic Yogurt (Mediterranean Appetizers)

    Stuffed Vine Leaves With Garlic Yogurt (Mediterranean Appetizers)

    An old Greek recipe which comes in many guises. This meatless version is highly flavored with fresh herbs, lemon and a little chili. SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 40 minCOOK TIME: 45 minREADY TIME: 1 h 25 minCALORIES: 141 Kcal (per 100 g)CUISINE: Mediterranean ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 8…

  • Yogurt Cheese in Olive Oil (Mediterranean Appetizers)

    Yogurt Cheese in Olive Oil (Mediterranean Appetizers)

    Sheep’s milk is widely used in cheese making in the Eastern Mediterranean, particularly in Greece where sheep’s yogurt is hung in muslin to drain off the whey before patting into balls of soft cheese. Here it is bottled in olive oil with chili and herbs — an appropriate gift for a “foodie” friend. YIELD: Fills…

  • Tapas Recipe with Almonds, Olives and Cheese

    Tapas Recipe with Almonds, Olives and Cheese

    These three simple ingredients are lightly flavored to create a delicious Spanish tapas medley that’s perfect for a casual starter or nibbles to serve with drinks before dinner. SERVES: 6-8PREP TIME: 15 minCOOK TIME: 5 minREADY TIME: 20 minCALORIES: 478 /servingCUISINE: Mediterranean ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button…

  • Low Fat Recipe: Pea and Mint Soup

    Low Fat Recipe: Pea and Mint Soup

    SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 8 minCOOK TIME: 32 minREADY TIME: 40 minCALORIES: 148 Kcal ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 25 g (1 oz) butter or margarine 1 small onion, chopped 500 g (1 lb) frozen green peas 1/4 teaspoon sugar 1.2 litres (2 pints) Chicken Stock or…

  • Low Fat Diet: Spinach Soup Recipe

    Low Fat Diet: Spinach Soup Recipe

    Although frozen leaf spinach can be used for this recipe, the full-flavoured taste of fresh spinach cannot be matched. SERVES: 8PREP TIME: 10 minCOOK TIME: 20 minREADY TIME: 30 minCALORIES: 67 Kcal ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 25 g (1 oz) butter or margarine 1 onion,…

  • Low Fat: Tomato, Orange and Tarragon Soup Recipe

    Low Fat: Tomato, Orange and Tarragon Soup Recipe

    Establish your culinary reputation with this! A refreshing soup that can be served hot or cold is a sure winner. SERVES: 8PREP TIME: 15 minCOOK TIME: 30 minREADY TIME: 45 minCALORIES: 65 Kcal ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 onion, sliced 175…

  • Low Fat Soups: Orange Consomme Recipe

    Low Fat Soups: Orange Consomme Recipe

    A deliciously refreshing starter to any meal. The preparation takes hardly any time at all and, if you want to speed up the chilling process, cool and cover the consomme, then place it in the freezer until the surface is covered with a thin layer of ice. SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 5 minCOOK TIME: 5 minREADY TIME:…

  • Low Fat Recipes: Yellow Pepper Soup

    Low Fat Recipes: Yellow Pepper Soup

    Slightly sweet, yellow peppers are milder in flavour than green ones. All peppers are rich in vitamin C. SERVES: 8PREP TIME: 17 minCOOK TIME: 53 minREADY TIME: 1 h 10 minCALORIES: 100 Kcal ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 3 yellow peppers, cored and deseeded 50 g/2…

  • French Cuisine: Roquefort and Cucumber Mousse Recipe

    French Cuisine: Roquefort and Cucumber Mousse Recipe

    This cool and refreshing mousse makes a perfect summer starter. Other blue-veined cheeses, such as bleu d’Auvergne or fourme d’Ambert, may be used instead Roquefort. SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 5 hCOOK TIME: 10 minREADY TIME: 5 h 10 minCUISINE: French ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 18 cm…