Mexican Cream Cheese, A Love Story
Can this Mexican cream cheese change your life? Maybe not. But it definitely changed mine. Back when I was but a wee lass of 24, I had total confidence in
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Parmesan Herbed Frico Potatoes
The joy of frico is simple. It’s crispy. It lets you be a little whimsical on a sheet pan. Its freaking addictive. And it’s out-of-this-world delicious. The theory is simple:
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Spicy Mexican Corn Salad
So, earlier this summer we went through a ridiculous hot spell. And being Vermonters, we’re not built for heat. Luckily we had air conditioning in one room, and Jedd set
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Cucumber and Melon Salad with Pickled Shallots and Edible Flowers
This melon, cucumber, and edible flower salad with cotija made us very, very happy. It’s the perfect salad! It’s crunchy from the cucumber and pistachios, light and sweet from the melon, peppery from the nasturtium and tatsoi flowers, savory from the cotija, and citrusy and bright from the lemon juice and pickled shallots. …
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Italian Smashed Potatoes
These potatoes are so good, you can’t put them down. Now, full disclosure, I would eat these for breakfast, lunch or dinner. I’d serve them to company. I could eat
Beet Green Stem Gratin
I threw my back out a couple of weeks ago. I haven’t been incapacitated, but man-oh-man, I’ve been walking like a guilty convict in ankle shackles. *shuffle, shuffle, shuffle* So,
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Weeknight Thyme Tomato Tart
I love savory tarts. I could eat them nearly every night for dinner. Whether the base is pie dough, phyllo, or puff pastry, the combination of vegetables and cheese makes
Bacon Caprese Farfalle Salad
I finally got smart (ish) today. With the CSA kicking into full swing, it’s easy to let things languish or get buried in the fridge. So, I poured myself a
Cheddar, Broccoli and Chicken Hand Pies
I’m a big fan of chicken. Specifically, I’m a big fan of making fun things with leftover chicken. I’m also a huge fan of cheese, dill, and broccoli. See where
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Cherry Tomato Parmesan Crisps
Do you ever have an idea that you think will totally fail, but then you try it and it works and you have a huge grin for half an
Spicy Lemon Arugula Pesto
I’m a little bit of a heathen, because I like pesto more as a snack than on pasta. Just give me a bowl of pesto, some vegetables and bread –
Apple Pie with Cheddar and a Touch of Cayenne
Do you love apples? Do you love sharp cheddar cheese? Do you love a hint of spice? Then you’re going to love this apple pie! It’s savory, it’s slightly sweet,
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Green Tomato and Cheddar Galette
This recipe couldn’t be simpler or more flavorful. I was literally sniffing the air while photographing it. Jedd said he drooled a bit when he walked in on me cutting
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Tatsoi and Basil Scrambled Eggs
This is one of those recipes we can only make when the farmers market is in season. There’s a couple who grows tatsoi, and it’s one of the booths we
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Super Herby (Soft or Crunchy) Breadsticks
Jedd likes crunchy breadsticks. I love them nice and soft. Tomato/tahmato. And, this afternoon I thought I’d whip up a batch to serve with pasta tonight. Originally, I thought I’d