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Taramosalata (Fish roe salad - meze)

  Photo taken from Athinorama Umami Taramosalata There are also the Greek classics, think something like a dip but instead of using nachos or vegetables to eat them we use bread. Taramosalata is one of those dishes.   It is roe fish blended into a creamy pink dip of pureed potatoes with parsley, lemon juice, and finely chopped onion (optional).   In meze, this is one of the first dishes that it is served.   In taverns, they always bring it along with salad, tzatziki, and tahini.   We will talk about the last two later.   Well, let’s see our recipe…   Ingredients 2 kg tarama (fish roe). 1 large potato or two small ones 450gr of Greek bread 1 tsp of shredded and dried onion 1 cup olive oil The juice of one lemon (medium size) Tarama is the hardest ingredient to find, so it is a good idea to look at groceries that import Mediterranean food. It is usually sold in larger jars, but you can store the remainder in the freezer for months. Peel the potatoes and cut t
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How To Make Chocolate Lollipops


The chocolate lollipop idea came from Ina's show Barefoot Contessa.  Ina used white chocolate, dry fruits, and raw nuts to make her lollipops, but since the ones you see in the photo were made for kids I used milk chocolate and smarties.

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Makes approximately 25 Chocolate Lollipops.


Melt 800gr of milk chocolate in the microwave. Stir every 30 seconds until chocolate has melted completely. With the help of a deep spoon poor chocolate in rounds on a nonstick sheet. Instead of a nonstick sheet, I used a silicone sheet, something that I do not recommend since I broke a few lollipops when I tried to remove them. 


Before the chocolate has set, place the lollipop sticks in the middle of each chocolate round, giving the stick a little twist. In this way, the stick will be covered with chocolate.


Sprinkle the tops of the lollipops evenly with the smarties. Set aside to harden, overnight.  Remove from the sheet and store it in a dry place.


Kids will be thrilled with the idea of a chocolate lollipop. 
Take my word for it :-)!!




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  1. WinnieJanuary 22, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    These are sooooooo cute!
    Not only kids will love it....me too! :)
    How do you get such perfect rounds when you pour the chocolate?

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    1. Dreams of cakesJanuary 22, 2012 at 7:12 PM

      It is not hard to make. You just move gently the spoon in circles until you get the shape you want...

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  2. Chris and AmyJanuary 22, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Very cute, and pretty easy too! Will have to bookmark this one for when my niece sleeps over!

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  3. kristyJanuary 22, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    Those are so cute! And I love how easy they are. It's not often I think I can pull off a chocolate dessert, but this one looks like something I could do. :)

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  4. SudhaJanuary 22, 2012 at 10:34 PM

    These are so very cute!Would be a great hit with kids for sure - even I am craving for one this very moment:)Thanks for sharing!

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  5. MarinaJanuary 22, 2012 at 10:41 PM

    A little chocolate smiles, very-very cute!

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  6. Jennifer [To PIN/share a Post, Click the 3 dots or the Red SAVE Button]January 23, 2012 at 12:06 AM

    I want a chocolate lollipop! - those look so good! ;)

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  7. Baker StreetJanuary 23, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    Such a simple idea that has been beautifully executed. love it.

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  8. alanaJanuary 23, 2012 at 10:11 PM

    That is exactly how I make my lollipops! Great minds!

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  9. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.January 24, 2012 at 3:11 AM

    I think adults and kids alike will love these lollipops!

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  10. SugarSweetJanuary 24, 2012 at 6:14 AM

    Love how you made the lollipops, they're so cute!

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2012 at 7:23 AM

    Ooh, don't they look adorable...and delicious!

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  12. ElpinikiJanuary 27, 2012 at 12:31 PM

    They look great! And so easy to make!
    I just found your blog and I love it! Am a happy follower now! Visit me at:
    my-greek-cooking.blogspot.com
    Hope to see you around!

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  13. Thao NguyenJanuary 27, 2012 at 6:42 PM

    awesome idea!!! I've got my little girl's party tm so I will defenitenyl make these! Thanks for posting!!

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  14. Kelly @ Free Spirit FoodJanuary 30, 2012 at 2:17 AM

    Wow, these look so cute!

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  15. CharlotteJanuary 30, 2012 at 9:45 PM

    lovely idea! Kids really would love these!

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  16. Ms. MarcusFebruary 3, 2012 at 10:20 PM

    So easy and yummy!

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  17. AlyssaFebruary 6, 2012 at 1:02 PM

    Very cute! These would be perfect party favors too at a kids' party. THanks for sharing!

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  18. OnSugarMountainFebruary 6, 2012 at 5:14 PM

    AH This looks like so much fun and a great project with kids or a group of friends :) Custom options are endless (also a perk!)

    Love it!

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  19. The ContessaFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:16 PM

    The 2 grandchildren will love these!

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  20. Girl Cook ArtFebruary 6, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    Oh my gosh, these are tooooo cute! Good idea when moulds don't come in handy :)

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  21. AnonymousDecember 7, 2012 at 12:44 AM

    fun and delicious recipe, awesome. -Shumaira Yasmin

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  22. natural-ways-to-eliminate-celluliteJanuary 21, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    Wow wonderful. It so beautiful chocolate, I like it.

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