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Fresh Pea Soup with Mint and Lemon
Even though the smell of split pea soup appeals to me, I’ve just never loved the taste. It’s kind of weird. How can you like the way something smells and
CategoriesDrinks
Champagne Sangria: The Perfect Celebratory Sunday Drink
I received an exuberant message from my mother recently. “Well, this is going to make you happy! The books have arrived!” The books she was talking about were promotional copies
CategoriesAppetizer Dinner Mexican Side Dishes Vegetarian
Avocado, Ancho and Cilantro Hummus
Summer is great for eating. Hello, Nature’s bounty! But the combination of hot weather and outdoor parties can leave me a little perplexed about what to bring to a barbecue
CategoriesLunch Salad Side Dishes Vegetarian
Pea Shoot, Pea and Strawberry Salad: The Most Summer Salad, That’s Ever Been Summer Salad-ed
I look at photos of summer produce, the way I look at vacation photos. “Ah, remember that?” And this is one of those dishes that I’m going to wistfully revisit
Spicy Asian Beef and Radish Stew
Recently we were inundated with radishes, which is never a problem. Radishes with butter and a little sea salt make one of the best summer snacks. But, it got to
CategoriesAppetizer Breakfast/Brunch Cheese Dinner Pork
A Breakfast Sandwich Hearty Enough For a Woodworker: Ham, Swiss Chard, Scrambled Eggs and Cheddar Sauce on an English Muffin
I think Jedd must burn like 4,000 calories a day, or something ridiculous like that. He can eat like a teenage boy, and his pants still fall off him. Woodworking
CategoriesLunch Salad Side Dishes Vegetarian
Hot Weather Cooking Hack: Broken Noodle Salad
Depending on where you live – man-oh-man – it’s been hot over the last week. I’m not ready for 90-plus degree days and humidity that makes the cats nap in
CategoriesBreakfast/Brunch Cheese Dinner Lunch Potatoes Side Dishes Vegetarian
Hot Weather Cooking Hacks: Stove Top Potato, Dill and Cheddar Galette
I’m the first to admit when I’m wrong. So, a couple of years ago when Jedd brought home a salad spinner and I complained about the space it took up
CategoriesDessert
Chili and Salt Chocolate Truffles
Doesn’t the title of this say it all? I’m drooling while I’m writing it. Yes, finally it’s happened. The woman who would hike a mile for cheese – rather than
Spicy Pork Stew with Lemony Salsa Cruda
Although it’s summer, that doesn’t mean that the urge for comfort food goes away. It just means that you get to make prettier comfort food with fresh ingredients. And the
CategoriesDinner Lunch Vegetarian
Homemade Pappardelle with Parmesan Cream Sauce and Chive Blossoms
How fancy does this sauce look? Very. But it’s ridiculously simple to make. And to quote my friend Kelee, it’s “deeeeeeeeeelicious.” The papperdelle itself was a little bit of a
Strawberry Salad with Baby Greens and Lemon Vinaigrette
Sometimes you just need to laugh and get childish. Oh, and eat well and day drink. My cousin is my best friend – and that’s pretty amazing. It’s cool to
CategoriesAppetizer Condiments/Spices Featured Vegetarian
Amazing Homemade Butter in the Food Processor
If you know me even slightly, you’ll know that I’m as sentimental as the day is long. So, when my grandmother gave me a little butter churn, I promptly put
CategoriesCondiments/Spices Dinner Vegetarian
Maple Chipotle Barbecue Sauce
I’m spoiled in a lot of ways. Not the least of which is that I have family “in the biz.” Well, not that business. No, they’re not actors or in
Springtime Chicken and Purple Carrot Stew
Hello April! The snow has finally disappeared from the roadside and sidewalks. It’s glorious. And here’s a little recipe that celebrates the flavor of spring, because man oh man. It’s
CategoriesAppetizer Bread/Baking Cheese Dinner Lunch Vegetarian
Dilled Asparagus, Leek and Parmesan Tart
I had a friend over for dinner the other night, and I had the joy of turning her onto puff pastry. It was like Christmas morning when we were kids.