Crispix: It’s a light and crispy (who would’ve guessed), hexagonal cereal from Kellogg’s that has rice on one side and corn on the other. The two sides are fused via some sort of black magic to create a 3D piece that looks a bit like a mind-blowing magic-eye piece of art. What do you see among…
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Za’atar is a generic name for a family of related Middle Eastern herbs. The name za’atar alone is usually the name for a culinary condiment made from dried hyssop leaves, mixed with sesame seeds, sumac, and often salt, as well as other herbs and spices. It’s really quite incredible. And, when paired with fresh dill and heirloom tomatoes to create aromatic…
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It’s that time of year again when homegrown tomatoes begin to multiply overnight and piles and piles appear ripe and ready day after day. I don’t think I’ll ever run out of ways to use up those precious little gems ~ Candied Tomatoes Cumin Tomato Jam Blistered Cherry Tomatoes Green Tomato and Chile Salsa The list…
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Summer is coming to a close. While on one hand I feel a sadness as the long hours of sunset fade into cold dark nights and garden fresh goodness metamorphasizes into warming roots and tubers, I realize that seasonal changes are a blessing. In fact, all changes are a blessing. Cold nights outside create more…
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There is so much about the summer that I truly love. I believe I frequently mention my adoration for fresh produce and the delicious gift of vine ripened juicy tomatoes. Mmmm…. With just a touch of salt ~ My mouth waters just thinking about it. Most often I treat myself to the big Beefsteak heirlooms,…
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