When referring to Persian cuisine and the food of Mesopotamia, we are most frequently referencing the absolutely amazing aromatics accustomed to the the culinary traditions of the region. Persians love fresh herbs and eat them with every meal whether formal, fancy, of fast. The Persian word for these fresh herbs is sabzi (سبزی). Sabzi comes…
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The citrus zing of fresh lemon, Meyer lemon for that matter, is always a welcome treat for my palate.Mixed with the creamy, unique vanilla-sweetness of white chocolate chips, a whipped white chocolate buttercream, a dollop of tangy lemon curd, and then fresh mint, your taste-buds may just double flip with this gorgeously gourmet homemade cupcake…
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I LOVE sweet potatoes of all kinds. ALL kinds.Naturally sweet, creamy, decadent – that’s all I need to suit my sensibility. Salt and pepper. Bam. That’s the best. Occasionally, I’ll “church it up,” with either Kerrygold butter, almond butter, or coconut butter (or all three – OMG!) But, typically, just the potatoes are sweet and…
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Remember this: Galette is a term used in French cuisine to designate various types of flat round or freeform crusty cakes, usually with a savory filling. It’s like a savory pie, without the pie plate. Pie crust – YES – totally delicious – AND this one happens to be infused with roasted pistachio nuts.Sautéed leeks…
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So, what do you do if you have leftover homemade pizza dough? (Is that REALLY possible? 🤔). Or, what if you simply want something sweet and savory for breakfast, a snack, or a bit of a dessert? Something with a hint of sweet, a slight bit of tang, and that chewy, crusty doughy rich pizza…
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While lemon isn’t typically a fall harvest or Halloween flavor, it certainly is tasty!Enjoy this super simple white lemon loaf cake, with layers of vanilla buttercream frosting, and festive orange sprinkles for your pre-trick-or-treating Halloween snack!! 🧡🎃👻💀🕷
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Preserved Meyer Lemons.Spicy honey.Buckwheat soba noodles. I think we’re all on board here.It’s tangy, slightly sweet, slightly spicy, and savory, for sure. YUM! Honey Lemon Spicy Soba Noodles Honey Lemon Spicy Soba Noodles 1/2 lb. soba noodles (buckwheat noodles – gluten-free)1/3 cup Preserved Lemons, rinsed and sliced3 Tbs. spicy honey1 Tbs. olive oilsea salt and…
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We had a pasta making date.It was going to be grand. FUN. Fantastic. And, not only fabulous, but flavorful.#damnCOVIDWell, actually, COVID changed our plans with Level Red (again), and also a little kitchen remodel, which involved painting. There was NO way I was going to attempt to work with flour in a kitchen with even…
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“What special meals will your mom prepare while you’re in town visiting?” “She’s spoiling me today with butter noodles and chamomile tea!” “Wow! That’s a really interesting combination,” I said. “I’m going to have to make that and blog it!” “Oh no, not together. 😂🤣😂🤣 Just plain buttered noodles and I’m drinking chamomile tea!” “Oh!…
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There’s nothing like the creamy comfort of slow-cooked risotto. This recipe combines the goodness of cauliflower with rice for the creaminess of the rice, plus chicken, lemon, and truffle salt! It’s high protein, comforting, and oh, so nourishing.Just do it. Just make it. Just eat it. Just enjoy it.JUST LIKE LIFE! Truffled Cauliflower Cream Risotto…
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