FAST FINDS
Five Little Things
Five little things I loved this week: 1. Birthdays My husband celebrated a birthday this week, and he was content (I hope) to celebrate with a home cooked meal. His request? Seared ahi tuna and Thai-Style Crab & Corn Chowder, followed by cupcakes…from a box.…
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Meyer Lemon Ricotta Muffins
These Meyer Lemon Ricotta Muffins are a delicious way to use extra ricotta—and they can be made with either regular or Meyer lemons. Add a Meyer lemon buttermilk glaze for extra sweetness if desired!
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Five Little Things
Five little things I loved this week. 1. Homemade Pizza It’s only recently that I have found decent (if not excellent) pizza in the Bay Area. You know how discerning my native New York tastebuds can be. But there’s something about homemade pizza that makes…
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Macadamia Nut Dukkah
Try making flavorful homemade Egyptian Dukkah with macadamia nuts, sesame seeds, coriander, and cumin. Use this Macadamia Nut Dukkah as a dip with fresh bread and olive oil or try it as a spice rub for fish, chicken and pork.
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Five Little Things
Our country has had a very difficult week. As we are gripped with tragedy, I can only hope to give you a moment of distraction, to give you a reason to smile. Boston has been hit hard, and I feel for everyone there…I have a…
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Roasted Asparagus and Sweet Potato Soup
Roast asparagus, sweet potato and garlic cloves together in the oven before using them to prepare Roasted Asparagus and Sweet Potato Soup. The roasted vegetables bring extra rich flavor to this comforting soup recipe.
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Scenes from the Sixth Annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine
A week ago, I made the culinary pilgrimage that I have grown to regard as one of the best food and wine scenes in the country. There is always some kind of food event going on, there is no shortage of that, especially in my…
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Five Little Things
Five little things I loved this week: 1. Time Away From the Kitchen You may have noticed that I’ve been a little quieter than usual. It was a nice change of pace to step out of my kitchen and let others do the cooking, so…
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Buttermilk Asparagus Quiche
Try making quiche with buttermilk instead of heavy cream. This recipe for Buttermilk Asparagus Quiche lightens up a classic dish with a simple swap.
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Five Little Things
Five little things I loved this week: 1. Tulips My favorite flowers have been popping up, so no matter how sick I’ve been feeling this week, seeing these lovelies put a smile on my face. 2. Lotion in Tissues God bless the soul who first…
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Garlic & Herb Halibut with Scallions
Make your own herb & garlic compound butter to use in this simple recipe for Garlic & Herb Halibut with Scallions. It cooks up quickly for busy weeknights!
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Five Little Things
Five little things I loved this week: 1. Kumquats Sweet and sour. I am obsessed with kumquats, and now that it’s Friday, ready for a fresh glass of the cocktail I shared. I also want to try Emily Luchetti’s Candied Kumquat Almond Cake and Alanna…
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Kumquat Lemongrass Rum Cocktail
This easy cocktail recipe uses fresh kumquats, lemongrass, and a splash of rum for a drink with a perfectly balanced zing!
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Moroccan Orange Cake
Moroccan Orange Cake features a sweet orange syrup that is spooned over the warm cake repeatedly until it has been completely absorbed. This recipe is Clodagh McKenna’s recipe for Moroccan Orange Cake, as seen in her cookbook, Clodagh’s Kitchen Diaries (Kyle Books, 2012).
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Five Little Things
Five little things I loved this week: 1. Ina’s Chocolate Cake You know me, I’m constantly tweaking and experimenting and playing with my food. But sometimes, you have to turn to the tried and true. I was asked to bring the cake to my great…
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