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Iron chef Battle coffee!









Secret ingredient: Coffee

Iron chefs: Amanda and Tony Marquis versus Monica and Peter Mennite

Location: Skype

We decided to make a cooking competition similar to the Iron chef seen on the Food Network. Basically there are four dishes that must be made, an appetizer, an entree, a dessert and a drink. All must be made with the secret ingredient. The best iron chef couple wins. The funny part was that we didn't really know who would judge the dishes and declare a winner! We had a wonderful time and it felt like the four of us were really having a dinner party together. Please enjoy the pictures.

Moral of the story: You are never too far from those you love!!!!

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  1. Monica and PeterJuly 19, 2010 at 3:35 PM

    The Mennite Menu
    Appetizer: Coffee Risotto with seared scallops
    Entree: Coffee braised short ribs
    Dessert Flan coffee with caramel expresso sauce
    Drink: Tiramisu Martini

    If you are interested in recipes...just e-mail us!

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