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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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Lentil Stuffed Peppers
These Lentil Stuffed Peppers are packed with hearty Beluga lentils, veggies, and a savory spice blend. They make a wonderful meatless meal or side dish and can easily be customized to be vegan (just omit the cheese) if desired.
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Five Little Things
Five little things I love this week: 1. White Chocolate This chocoholic has been experiencing a little shift in her chocolate paradigm: this week, I couldn’t get enough white chocolate, and put a healthy helping into the biscotti I shared in my last post. Seems…
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Apricot & White Chocolate Biscotti
These crunchy Apricot & White Chocolate Biscotti Cookies are made with a simple cookie dough, chopped dried apricots, white chocolate chips, and a hint of lemon zest!
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Veggie Wraps
Veggie Wraps make a quick and easy lunch any day of the week. Use your favorite tortillas, hummus, whole grain mustard and lots of layers of sliced veggies for a wrap filled with nutrition and flavor!
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Five Little Things
Five little things I love this week: 1. Wine I could just leave it at that. But aside from exploring and tasting and drinking exceptional wine, I hope to try this Braised Lamb Osso Bucco, by Jen. And follow it up with Barb’s Pinot Noir…
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Slow Cooker Chicken Stock
Learn how to make easy homemade chicken stock in a slow cooker. This recipe uses a leftover roast chicken carcass, vegetables, and a slow cooker for a no-fuss chicken stock that’s ready in about eight hours.
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Five Little Things
Five little things I love this week: 1. Smoothies Every. Single. Day. Every afternoon, to be exact. My day is not complete without a Strawberry Banana Soy Smoothie, and it’s the first thing I make when we return from a vacation. It’s my way of…
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