There are simply those days when I feel like I need a power boost of protein. I just CRAVE it. You know what I mean? The fresh, clean energy of just pure protein. And we’re talking real protein here, real food. Not just a powder or a bar. REAL protein. Next to water, protein makes…
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In beloved Brian’s words: “Can you put this on a burger?” “I’d eat that on a cracker!” It’s Burgundy Basil Butter ~ a smorgasbord of veggies, herbs, and downright deliciousness. Hunkered down behind a computer screen, editing repetitive documents for a week at a time, I had a hankering to get back in the kitchen…
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Spirulina is super – in fact, it’s a superfood. It’s super good for you and serves as a super duper addition to all sorts of groovy green goodies. Spirulina is a cyanobacterium (yikes), or micro algae (but not just from pond scum, ahem), it’s a great source of vitamins and minerals, including chlorophyll…
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Although the heat of summer has officially arrived in my neck of the woods, there are still many a day when I really CRAVE the warmth of a delicious creamy soup in my belly. And, since mushrooms are available all year round, why not whip up a creamy concoction on one of those rare rainy…
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King Salmon is one of the best things out there – in terms of “fish in the sea,” I suppose. And when it’s available, wild caught, we’d best better run out and catch some! With a little delicate baby bok choy and a hint of both umami and citrus in the glaze, this dish satisfies…
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It’s not often that I have the honor of playing with another in the kitchen. It’s not often at all… What an honor it was to have the company of one of my dearest friends for this creation. …and so special to savor in the sensational, silky bites of these babies together once we…
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Yes, I’ve said it before. Pesto really is the BESTO! Pesto can be anything at all, which is why it’s so incredibly THE BEST. There’s really no rule that states the savory smear needs to be the basic basil, pine nut and parmesan deal. …..there’s no rule that states garlic and olive oil must be…
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After a delightful evening of wine tasting, my heart fell in love with the French Gigondas set before me. I really mean it. I fell in LOVE with this wine. I sat and pondered the possibilities of pairing an immaculate meal with this smooth, velvety and delicate bottle of pleasure. I determined it truly must…
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Spring is upon us and so us the best season for mushrooms. While many times enticing and overly delicious, the little gems can be quite intimating. From foraging in the forest to the vast selection available at the gourmet grocer, many may find themselves overwhelmed. There simply are so many choices, which means pairing the…
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There are truly so many components to this dish that coming up with an adequate name, without fumbling over too many words in the title, proved to be more than a challenge. I like a challenge. But this time, I simply gave up. The sauce was inspired by the last of the Meyer Lemons for…
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