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I know i haven't posted in a while but i have been getting requests to start again.
If you are a regular follower, what would you like to see a recipe of?

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  1. Gluten Free EdmontonJune 21, 2014 at 6:30 AM

    I'm a total fan of indian food, and most of my stuff end up to be jarred sauces. I know Indian food is your specialty. So, more of that!

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    1. mehrJune 28, 2014 at 9:23 PM

      Thanks for writing. I posted a new recipe, hope you try it.

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