Cashew Butter Chocolate Harvest Cookies

The last batch of cookies I baked with the Kalot Superfood yumminess were the biggest hit yet. The cheers, the raves, the confetti…well, not really. But, the neighbors were exuberantly pleased, nonetheless. This batch is remarkably similar. In fact, I was a little surprised that with the uniformity of ingredients, the taste was as different…

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Intense Chocolate Cherry Orange Pie

It’s a PROMOTION PIE!Not that I really need an excuse to bake a pie, as it really is one of my favorite things to to in life – it’s my meditation, my luxury, and my will. But, this cherry pie had a purpose.My neighbor, just a few doors down the hall, was promoted to Colonel.Now…

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Flower Petal Shortbread

I once completed a job interview when and where my “would have been boss” concluded saying, “Well you win some and you lose some. Today, you lost.” I truly feel blessed that I didn’t “win” in his eyes that day. It never would have worked for me to be employed under a human with such…

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Sweet Potato Rosemary Cheddar Quiche

As amazing as this sounds without this little extra detail, I was actually able to find a block of cheddar rolled and rubbed in fresh herbs and dried flowers. This cheese is and was heavenly. In fact, I believe I’ll remember it’s physical beauty forever and ever, it’s aromatic attraction, as well as it’s savory…

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Snap Pea Aleppo Salata

It’s a snap to make.Brian told me to say that.I’m actually not quite sure what to say in regards to this recipe other than it’s extremely enticing, extraordinarily delicious, and truly a “snap” to make.Pick up your snap peas and chile pepper at the store, along with your creamy and decadent Ricotta Salata, and some…

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Juneteenth Red Punch Cocktail

A Juneteenth of Joy and Resistance One of the chef Edouardo Jordan’s fond memories is making the punch for family celebrations; he’d add layers of fresh fruit and juices to Hawaiian Punch or Tropical Punch Kool-Aid. Red drinks are a staple at Juneteenth gatherings for African-Americans across the U.S. The color is a reminder of…

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Pecan Fennel Cherry Whitefish Salad

It’s summertime and it’s salad season!It seems like it’s been a long time coming (thanks, COVID quarantine).Now that the air is fresh and warm, the flavors are just the same. Enjoy: Pecan Fennel Cherry Whitefish Salad. Pecan Fennel Cherry Whitefish Salad 1 Tbs. olive oil2 4oz. boneless, skinless halibut (or any whitefish) filletsjuice of 1/2…

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Tomato Balsamic Curry Compote

Compote or compôte is a dessert originating from medieval Europe, made of whole or pieces of fruit in sugar syrup. Whole fruits are cooked in water with sugar and spices. While certainly not considered a dessert in the traditional sense, I’ll bet you money that this sweet citrusy and aromatic sauce would be thoroughly enjoyed…

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Tony’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies 🍪

“I have a request for my birthday. I love peanut butter and I love chocolate. I love cookies.” Wham bam, thank you, I AM baking you Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Tony. There’s nothing like the marriage of peanut butter and chocolate, and there is NOTHING like a friend forever. Tony and I met over…

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Sweet Butternut Kale & Spicy Chicken

He said to me, as he took his first bite, “What the holy hell fire did you put in this?!” Um, I’m not really sure how to take that – I think I’ll proceed in my dreamland to believe that he enjoyed the spice. Or, perhaps when publishing the recipe, I’ll back off the heat…

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