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"sf" > wrote in message
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> On Sun, 11 Aug 2013 10:44:42 +0100, "Ophelia"
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>> "sf" > wrote in message
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>> > Try a zucchini and corn (use fresh when you can) combination
>> > sometime... if you can't get past the cilantro (fresh coriander)
>> > flavor, try leaving it out.
>> > http://www.health.com/health/recipe/...733709,00.html
>> > Or try this one with fresh basil
>> > http://www.marthastewart.com/335644/...ute-with-basil

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>> Excellent)) Thanks <saved>
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>> lol you know me too well <g>
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> Heh. Have you ever tried the "traditional" carrot and zucchini (cut
> into matchsticks/julienne strips) combination? I steam them, but give
> the carrots a little head start so the zucchini doesn't overcook while
> trying to get the carrots cooked enough. Just toss the hot veg with a
> little butter and when plated, lightly dust with fresh parm cheese. I
> don't bother with herbs, but you could experiment and see what you
> like.


No I haven't I just need to learn how to zhizz them up because they don't
have much flavour and we aren't keep on what little they have. I guess we
need to mix them with something favourite. I had thought of grating them
into sauces etc. but I will try yours and Nancy's recipes.

Thanks
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