Stone fruits are still in season, right?Oh yes, those juicy peaches and delectable black plums are still spilling over from the market in my neck of the woods.The season is so dear and so short, my heart aches each time summer comes to an end – not just for the sunshine and warmth, but for…
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As you know, I’ve baked a Coca Cola Cake in the past. There’s just something magical about the secret Coca Cola recipe baked into a moist chocolate cake – really. But I got to thinking…as I sat in the summer sunset on my porch…in the South, it’s not uncommon for folks to really take the…
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Is there anything better than a seared tuna steak? Well, yes. But, you do understand that a properly seared piece of ahi is nothing less than heaven on earth. Especially when paired with creamy coconut rice and basil ~ and the flavors and aroma of sesame.
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I have to admit, I’m a little scared of scallops. I WANT to like them…those mushroom marshmallow seafood puffs. They are so beautiful looking, unique, perfectly round. Just like me, right? Just kidding…we all know I’m not “round” in any, way, shape or form. AND, my ego is so teeny tiny I’d never call myself…
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It’s hot. Sometimes you just need a break from the heat of the stove and even the heat of the grill. Cool as a cucumber ~ hot as a tomato. (Or, in our house, sometimes you’re just too hot, you couldn’t even imagine eating a tomato!) Chunky Summer Gazpacho 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded, and…
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