I believe it’s still slow cooker and crockpot season. In fact, isn’t it always a good time to break out the slow cooker and not have to worry about a thing…walking into a house wafting of sensual aromas and savory spices? Why yes, of course. And, to add to the savory spice mix, why…
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Baked goods really aren’t my thing. Baking is hard. It’s a science. It involves so much chemistry. I like creativity, experimentation, approximation, and a little bit of guessing. Sure, I can do that in the bakery, but more often than not, the mounds of flour turn into a flop. Not this time. A teeny tiny…
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I’ve been dying to delve into the kitchen to try the famous “scotch eggs” widely consumed in the Paleo community. I have to admit, though, they have been a bit intimidating. Most recipes bread and fry the little boogers. That’s not for me. But baking the meaty eggs to a crispy crust, while maintaining a bright…
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After creating the delicious brew and secret pizazz of a few weeks ago in my “Perfectly Pickled Seeds,” I poured over how best to savor this “seedy sauce.” Fennel…allspice…mustard…vinegar…salt ~hmmm “Reminds me of a Cuban sammy,” Brian says. But of course. The seeds, the uniquely pickled seeds MUST, just MUST be served over pork. Pork…
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More than excited about the salmon I received from my brother-in-law’s fishing trip to Alaska, this meal has been a long time coming. Of course the salmon was flash frozen and not “fresh caught,” but here in Colorado, that’s the best we can do. I’ve been formulating this particular flavor combo for a few weeks….
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I am fully aware that summer squash, eggplant, and heirloom tomatoes are currently NOT in season. But, we do live in a world where literally just about everything is available any time of year. Why not take advantage of that ~ if just once in a while. Color is beauty. Beauty is enticing. An Oven…
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What to do when a little bit of everything lingers in the fridge from the previous few days… Get creative. Well, I like to think of myself as somewhat creative anyway, but just throwing things together for something fast and easy truly is the key to the kitchen somedays. A leftover golden bell pepper was…
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I don’t feel as though I’m amazing at cooking meat. This may come as a bit of a surprise, considering the fact that I post “meaty” recipes on a regular basis. Perhaps I’m too self-critical. In any case, roasts are a particular challenge to me. This also may be due to my preference for other…
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I’ve been dreaming of preparing this dish for weeks now. I’ve not yet discovered why there are so many times in my life when I consistently and repeatedly procrastinate the process of something I know in my heart will result in nothing but loveliness and joy. It just simply happens. …and this dish was both…
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Just a few years ago, I was introduced to the delectably sweet surprise of Japanese sweet potatoes. These suckers are amazing. Deep purple on the outside, and rich and buttery yellow on the inside, the starchy sweetness is indescribable. Here in my neck of the woods, they are really hard to come by, and,…
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