Are you ready to wow your guests and knock your own socks off?Yes, we all love little finger foods, bite-sized greatness.But, these slices of heaven go above and beyond: aromatic cardamom and rose, toasted and salted pistachios and walnuts, along with dried cherries atop a whipped cream cheese slathered crisp of citrus ginger and thyme…
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The sweet. The salt. The crunch. The silk. The tang.There’s an art and a science to eating, I believe, and I have it down.All sweet, salty, crunchy, silky smooth, and tangy. These super fast and easy baked cracker crisps satisfy the all your needs for your next “snackola,” “snaky snack,” “appetizer,” “meal,” “cheese fix,” “nut…
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Happy SUPER BOWL SUNDAY! Over the years, as I think about it, I’ve planned and participated in watching the famous Super Bowl Game Day commercials many a time. (I’ve actually planned much more often than following through – ). But there has rarely been a day when I actually sat and watched the game. Whether…
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I’m all about kicking things up a notch when it comes to flavor. I adore adding a bit of “hot” to the cool sweet of fresh fruit. Years ago I made an award winning Kicky Blackberry Compote, satisfying the tastebuds of the Pacific Northwest. This time I did something similar, but with blueberries and jalapeños,…
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“Seedy, lighter-than-air crackers are bubbly baked in cheese and crowned with savory seeds and smoke.” Crispy? Check. Cheesey? Check. Fancy looking but easy to make? Check. These crackers are pure GOLD! If you’re looking for a quick snack, here’s your answer. If you’re looking for a somewhat fancy-schmancy gourmet accompaniment to your entertaining appetizer board,…
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It’s not often that I end up with leftovers in the kitchen. I pride myself on my efficiency and exactness in planning (or I force-feed any extras to my hubby – just kidding). In any case, the fridge is either chock full of items in preparation for the creation of the day, or absolutely empty…
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I was first introduced to Kite Hill artisan cheese a few years ago, while the company was still branding and “in the making.” I was working for Whole Foods in Portland and had the rare opportunity to sample the magic before it hit the shelves. I marveled then, just as I do now. This stuff…
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I am totally in love with tiny sweet little bell peppers. I like bell peppers in general, but the little ones are just too cute – and incredibly sweet. Particularly when roasted… Yum! Other than simply devouring a pound or two on their own, I though carefully of how I could pair that natural bright…
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Call it a pastry ring. Call it a pastry wheel. Or, maybe call it a lemon chicken and spinach pastry pinwheel. In any case, it’s savory, it’s tart, it’s moist, it’s buttery, and it’s jam-packed full of flavor. Who can resist the buttery, flaky goodness of homemade crescent pastry dough? And, who can pass up…
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