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Potato, Turnip Greens, Cheddar and Thyme Tart
My newest green obsession is turnip greens. I want them in everything. They’re peppery and bright, and right now is the time when I can have as many as I
CategoriesBread/Baking Breakfast/Brunch Featured Vegetarian
Amazing Homemade Everything Bagels
I love recipes where I get to write, “the hardest part of this process is finding a place to put the second cookie sheet.” And that’s the case here. Hello,
Chocolate Chip Cookies with Seasoned Salt
The idea for these cookies came about like this: I was talking to our friend Steve on the phone, while we each were enjoying a cocktail. “So, I made something
CategoriesBreakfast/Brunch Featured Vegetarian
Cardamom, Cherry, and Dark Chocolate Granola
I lost my husband to rock and roll over this past weekend. Jedd was doing some recording with EEF in Boston, so I had the apartment – and, of course,
CategoriesChicken Condiments/Spices Dinner Featured Holidays/Events Pork Sauces
Blackberry Chipotle Sauce
Our grocery store had a sale on blackberries this week. So, now my crisper is full of them. Aside from the usual sweet treats, I thought it would be fun
Mom’s Rhubarb Crisp
When it comes to “tiny” kitchens, my parent’s camp in the 70’s won the gold star. Back when my folks converted my grandfather’s old shed into a little camp in
CategoriesBread/Baking Cheese Chicken Featured Salad
Chicken Panzanella Salad with Flax Seed Croutons
Flax seed croutons in a panzanella salad? Yes please. For years I wished I liked wheat bread. I know how good it is compared to white bread, but the taste
CategoriesDrinks Featured Holidays/Events
Rhubarb Mimosas: The Perfect Drink For a Party
There’s an old saying, “Simple syrup makes everything better.” Wait, that’s not an old saying? I just made it up? Busted. But simple syrup does make things delicious. Along with
CategoriesChinese Featured Salad Vegetarian
Cold Asian Salad with Apartment-Grown Corn Sprouts
We’ve had some big good life news. After nearly a decade in a small, dark little railroad-style apartment, we moved into a big new place with lots of light.
CategoriesBread/Baking Breakfast/Brunch Dessert
Chocolate, Almond and Goji Berry Bars
I love almonds. But now with the drought in California, eating them is making me feel a wee bit guilty. One little almond consumes a gallon of water. And together,
CategoriesDrinks
Appalachian Island Wah-Hoo!
My brother-in-law, Cheyenne, only gets back to our little state about once a year. But when he comes up for vacation, it’s like a little vacation for us too. This
CategoriesAppetizer Breakfast/Brunch Mexican Salad Vegetarian
Chipotle Lime Lentil Salad: It’s a Slow Heat
We all have our own versions of food as “pick me ups.” Whether it’s soup when we’re fighting off a cold, cayenne to warm up, or ice cream to celebrate
CategoriesSalad
Homemade (No-Mayo) Ranch Dressing
When we were first dating, Jedd and I could talk for hours about things we loved and disliked. We both love the Beatles and Rolling Stones. We both dislike mayonnaise.
CategoriesAppetizer Breakfast/Brunch Holidays/Events Salad
Roasted Orange and Cranberry Salad with Mozzarella
I’ve been obsessed with oranges and lemons lately. Every morning for breakfast I’ve been eating an orange, and following it up with a glass of lemon water. For dinner, I’ve
Homemade Soft Pretzel Rods with Spicy Cheddar Onion Dip
I love homemade pretzels. Whether they’re rods, bites or twists, they’re the perfect warm and savory snack. Or a meal, in the case of this recipe. Hello, fifty pretzels! Hello,
CategoriesAppetizer Condiments/Spices Vegetarian
Homemade Tahini: The Easiest and Most Delicious Paste You’ll Make
For Christmas I received a small food processor as a gift from my cousin. It’s amazing. And the first thing I made with “Baby Blue,” was homemade tahini. Tahini isn’t