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It’s practically November and I haven’t even made anything with pumpkin yet. What a travesty. It’s really hard to get into the Autumn mood when Los Angeles is still having 90 degree days. Let’s just say I think long and … Continue reading
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I was perusing one of my cooking magazines a few months ago and saw this recipe for crab pudding. I thought that it was interesting and filed it away – I’m always looking for a little cooking inspiration. So, I’m … Continue reading
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When this time of year rolls around, I can’t help but think of the first time I cooked Thanksgiving dinner. I was 22 and my culinary hero/ superwoman (my mom) had just passed away two months before. All of our … Continue reading
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How is it that bark makes everything better? There is something so delightful about chocolate, nuts, dried fruit and sea salt. It’s a perfect nutty, sweet and salty combination. This bark is super simple and incredibly versatile. You can make … Continue reading
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It’s almost November and I haven’t made nearly enough pumpkin related items – unacceptable. Pumpkin only happens once a year friends. To remedy this situation I bring you the awesome pumpkin chiffon cake. Light, spicy and pumpkin all baked into … Continue reading
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I don’t really know many people who would turn down a creamy chicken pot pie. Something magical happens when you top anything with buttery puff pastry. Hearty, warm and comforting. This chicken pot pie epitomizes comfort. If you know me, … Continue reading
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I’m obsessed. I can’t help it. I’m braising everything I can find. Last week short ribs, now the humble pork shoulder. Beware, there will be more – I’ll be bringing you braised recipes from now until next summer. I think … Continue reading
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I love cheesecake and I love pumpkin pie equally. Well actually I retract that statement, I think I like pumpkin pie more. I think it has something to do with my love of Fall. This weekend I was in the … Continue reading
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I made it a whole two days into Fall before I was in the kitchen braising up a storm. I had been waiting for my first braised short rib dinner for some time, so when the opportunity arose, I took … Continue reading
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I’ve been reading about cassoulet’s in food magazines for years now. I have found that they are written about with a such a reverence and anytime something is revered, I pay tend to pay attention. Cassoulet is an earthy, rich, … Continue reading