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Chocolate-drizzled potato chips, for the easiest of entertaining
Chocolate-drizzled potato chips Are you another passenger on a freight train roaring toward Christmas? I can’t call mine the polar express because there’s been absolutely no snow in Chicago, although...
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Whiskey sour: a frothy cocktail for any occasion
A whiskey sour is just as delicious shaken in a mason jar. My cocktail shaker is the most popular guest at my gatherings, and thus it is often occupied when I’m ready for a beverage (hello,...
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Lucky new year black-eyed peas with citrus cilantro gremolata
Can we talk about beans? Simply put, they may just be a perfect food. Economical, versatile, easy, healthy. So why such a challenge, I wonder? Lauro spend his university days in England, where it...
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Handmade pasta how-to
I read recently that we never forget out childhood neighbors. So true for me. I was the babysitter for the Williams family from the time I turned 13 to when I went away to school. Toward the end it...
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Espresso shortbread tart with dark chocolate glaze
Coffee in a shortbread cookie – hello! A marriage meant to last. Or dessert for any time. This simple, elegant dessert is great for the finale of a romantic dinner, or a great hostess gift if you’re...
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Anna’s full of greens fritters
Full of greens fritters from Anna Jones of A Modern Way To Eat We have a number of smashing great springtime cookbooks, and I’m lucky enough to have received some gifts from the good folk at Ten Speed...
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Eggs in tomato sauce: quick and simple
As much as I love spending hours puttering in the kitchen, sometimes I want something quick and comforting. What could be easier that warming up my favorite tomato sauce and then poaching an egg? More...
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5 ways to rock mothers day brunch – and a menu
In my dreams, Mothers Day always brings fair weather and fresh air. Mothers Day is simply the essence of spring. When gathering your family to celebrate mom, keep a couple things in mind for your...
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Red Gold’s new sriracha ketchup, and burger slaw magic
If you live at my house, burgers are on the menu and home and away. At home Lauro swears that “a caballo” is the best way to enjoy a burger or pizza. To my American ear, this makes no sense, because...
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August = Preserving in the Heartland + a new Ball Blue Book
Oh friends, these sultry days make my heart sing. Typically I’m a fan of autumn, with my sugar maple in its yellow glory, friends wearing chunky sweaters at the campfire after apple picking. Since...
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