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Simple Sundays | Scraps of Dough
Little bits. Those odds and ends. You end up with little trimmings, whenever you make pies and tarts. What do you do with them? Sometimes, I let my children have the scraps, to make with them whatever they please. Whether or not their creations make…
Read MoreAdobo the What? | Braised Adobo Pork Chops
Scooby Doo. Little House on the Prairie. I used to rush home after school to catch those afternoon cartoons and T.V. shows. I was a total child of the 80’s, and television was part of it. I sometimes did my homework in front of it…
Read MoreEverybody's Doing It | Cilantro Pea Purée {with Seared Scallops}
Everywhere I turn, I see these: Fresh and sweet, I find these English Peas irresistible. Maybe it’s because I only had them frozen growing up. Or maybe it’s because they’re just so darned cute. Either way, I feel as though I am finally paying peas…
Read MoreSimple Sundays | On Motherhood
Driving to gymnastics. Ironing that t-ball uniform. Picking up from drama practice. Organizing camping gear for Girl Scouts. Packing lunches at 11 pm. Finding that leotard. Checking that homework. Reminding them: it’s time to go. It’s time to go. Did you hear me? Go! Go!…
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Events | Pebble Beach Food & Wine 2011
Last Sunday was the kind of day I wish we still had a convertible. It was a California day and it begged for a California car. Isn’t every day a California day for you? you may ask. Well, technically, yes. But it’s those blue bird…
Read MoreSimple Sundays | Toasting with Prosecco
I almost did a double take when I looked at my calendar today. The days are flying by so quickly, I can’t believe that Mother’s Day is a mere week away! At our house, Mother’s Day is always special, but next week will be especially…
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Oops | Nutella Mascarpone Phyllo Bites
My fingers fumbled as I eagerly opened a new jar of Nutella. A 26.5 oz jar. Oh yes, I’m serious about my Nutella. If they sold it by the gallon, I’m afraid I would but it. I may even consider getting a Costco membership if…
Read MorePapa's Chicken | Honey Spice Marinade
In a couple of weeks, our house will be full of visitors. The grandparents will be be making the rounds, first my husband’s parents, followed very shortly thereafter by my dad. It seems that their visits always happen in May, and come to think of…
Read MoreSimple Sundays | Happy Easter
From my kitchen to yours, I wish you and your family a very Happy Easter… …full of renewal… …and vitality. I couldn’t resist dying my own Easter eggs with my children. The hue of my eggs were inspired by punchy kumquats. Mini Easter Eggs, as…
Read MoreCocktails for Breakfast | Pina Colada Muffins
I don’t mean to be a tease. Did you think you might be getting some mimosas for breakfast? That does sound pretty good right about now. Well, next time. For now, how about a Pina Colada? A Pina Colada Muffin, that is. You see, I’m…
Read MoreGorgonzola Tart with Cranberry Orange Ginger Chutney & Candied Pecans
By now, the combination of marbled blue cheese with cranberries and pecans is nearly cliché. But it’s a flavor profile I never tire of, and one that is not in risk of going out of fashion, at least not any time soon. (I hope.) The…
Read MoreSimple Sundays | Jelly Beans
It’s almost Easter, but we’ve already been giving our sweet tooths some advance training with jelly beans. My daughter had a field trip to the Jelly Belly factory, and my hubby was brave enough to chaperone (what a good daddy!). My sweet duo brought home…
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Thinking Twice | Lessons in Sustainable Seafood
There are times when I feel the need to backtrack. It happens to the best of us, sometimes more often than we would like to admit. It happened recently, on this blog. Two Sundays ago, I published a post on grilling fish wrapped in prosciutto. My…
Read MoreAppreciation | International Food Bloggers Auction for Japan Results
It never ceases to amaze me, how even humble efforts can yield such big results. Thanks to all of you who participated in the International Food Bloggers Auction for Japan, a total of $925 was raised to support relief efforts. I was so excited to…
Read MoreSimple Sundays | Meyer Lemons & Pie
[image size=”large” align=”center” autoHeight=”true” quality=”100″]http://kitchenconfidante.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Lemon-Meringue-Pie-005-477×720.jpg[/image] Before you know it, we will have to say so long to Meyer lemons, at least until next year. As it is, we are already way past peak season; however, Meyer lemons can still be found, if you are lucky,…
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