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Pie Fried Rice

March 7, 2020December 30, 2018 by Stuart Melling

Like many other scientific luminaries of our age, I didn’t stop to ask if I should, only if I could. Oppenheimer, Edison, Turing…and now…yours truly. To paraphrase Oppenheimer himself, “I …

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Recipe: British beef and onion pie

October 20, 2019December 29, 2018 by Stuart Melling

Pot pie to Americans, just plan and simple pie for us Brits; but equally delicious regardless of name or whatever continent you happen to be eating this on. First up, …

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Recipe: Easy Cochinita Pibil

October 20, 2019December 26, 2018 by Stuart Melling

If you Google this classic Mexican dish, it’s easy to be quickly intimidated by the exotic ingredient list and complicated instructions. While bitter (Seville) oranges and banana leaves might yield …

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Recipe: Vegan Chile Verde

April 24, 2021July 31, 2018 by Stuart Melling
Vegan Chile Verde ingredients

This is one of the most versatile recipes I have in my arsenal. I cook it all year long and use it to bring a distinct taste to a wide …

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Recipe: Quick and easy Thai green curry

October 11, 2019July 18, 2018 by Stuart Melling
Thai green curry ingredients

Given the rich, bold and vibrant flavors you’ll find in this dish, you’ll be convinced you need to labor for hours in the kitchen. And if you want, you certainly …

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Recipe: Fish Pie

April 2, 2018 by Stuart Melling
Fish Pie serving

Fish what? Pie? What? My brain hurts… This is normally the befuzzled reaction I get when I explain one of my family’s favorite dishes. You’re more than likely thinking this …

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