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Oyster mushroom garnish
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Oyster mushroom garnish

I found some oyster mushrooms at a good price and bought them without a clear plan. I don't cook them that often, but their fresh aroma convinced me. The first time I used them as a side dish with...

Chifeletti
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Chifeletti

If I have potatoes at home and want a side dish that's a bit more interesting than regular mashed potatoes, I make chifeletti. It's the kind of recipe that doesn't seem like much at first glance, but...

Eggplant salad
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Eggplant salad

When I have too many ripe eggplants and want a quick salad, I turn to this version with onion and garlic. I make it when eggplants are in season, usually after roasting them on the stove. It tends to...

Layered Omelette
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Layered Omelette

Am făcut omleta asta în straturi într-o dimineață grăbită, când aveam la îndemână doar câteva ouă, un rest de salam uscat și niște brânză. Nu e complicat, nici nu arată sofisticat,...

Appetizers
Appetizers

Appetizers

I came across a smoked cheese from Sibiu that I didn't want to leave untouched. I can't resist such ingredients for long, so I placed it on a platter with some cold cuts, fresh vegetables, and beer...

Pork schnitzel in crust
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Pork schnitzel in crust

On weekends, when I have some thinly sliced pork left over from other dishes, I make oven-baked schnitzel. I like that it doesn't make too much mess on the stove, and the crust comes out crispy...

Meatballs
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Meatballs

I've been making these meatballs for years, especially when I'm out of lunch ideas or when I have unexpected guests. They always save me when I have some ground meat on hand and some greens....

Cheese and mushroom tart
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Cheese and mushroom tart

Am făcut această tartă cu brânză și ciuperci într-o seară în care aveam brânză de bivoliță rămasă de la micul dejun și câteva ciuperci mari pe punctul să fie folosite. Mi s-a părut...