Ham & Swiss Extra Cheesy Quiche

Apparently, because my version of this traditional French quiche recipe uses maple roasted ham rather than bacon, it cannot be considered a “Quiche Lorraine.” Oh, those darn Frenchmen/women and their strict culinary and viticultural rules. (Actually, I really do LOVE that about France). I like structure and tradition – but I’m also a rule breaker…

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Botija Olive Red Pepper Relish & Rice

While I “trained” myself years and years ago to like olives, there are still only a few varieties that actually suit my palette. Castlevetrano olives will always have my heart, and so will the chocolatey, dried goodness of proper Botija olives.When mixed with the fresh and natural sweetness of Red Pepper Relish, served over rice,…

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Lemon Rosé Pasta

As rosé season comes to a close (well, in MY mind it’s always rosé wine season, #roséallday), it’s time to garner strength, leap into the breach, and cook a little with the cherished nectar. Today, we have Lemon Rosé Pasta: homemade linguine noodles cooked in rosé wine (you may have to double the recipe –…

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Orange Vanilla Clove Cheesecake Bars

The night I pulled together the Vanilla Fig Rosemary Cheesecake Bars, I was asked to make something just as special for a work function the following Monday. Of course, I obliged. We brainstormed for a few moments – actually, I thought out loud. And then, this happened. Orange Vanilla Clove Cheesecake Bars 1 cup shortbread…

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Rainbow Radish Salad

I simply love the fresh produce this time of year. Although I’ll always miss the fresh markets and plethora of pleasing produce abounding on the streets of the PNW, I’ll take what I can get here.

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Honeybee Vanilla Cupcakes and Honeyed Bread Pudding

More on the honeybees… Honey vanilla cupcakes filled to the brim with a bit of “buttercream” will send you buzzing. And with the leftover crumbs, crumbles, and canines ~honeyed bread pudding seems to be the answer. Look at those darling little honeybees. And another spoonful of yum! I’ve mentioned before how I despise the term…

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