Root vegetables are so rustic and earthy, yet so sweetly satisfying.They are fantastic, any time of year!!!!I’m partial to parsnips – and I love pears, so this easy, creamy, veggie loaded soup makes for perfect meal as the winter months come to an end and spring is poking its head around the corner! And, the…
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Ribollita is a famous Tuscan bread soup, a hearty potage made with bread and vegetables. There are many variations but the main ingredients always include leftover bread, cannellini beans, lacinato kale, cabbage, and inexpensive vegetables such as carrot, beans, chard, celery, potatoes, and onion. “This vegetarian Italian classic is about as comforting as it gets,…
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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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Both of the recipients of these dark, double chocolate cherry cookie gems responded with high-pitched glee: “Chocolate and cherry is my very favorite combination!! Thank you!” Well, there you go. Chocolatey. Lots of cherry. Plenty of chewiness. Double Chocolate Cherry Cookies Double Chocolate Cherry Cookies 1 stick (8 Tbs. butter), room temperature1 cup dark chocolate…
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I LOVE peanut butter and chocolate. If I am going to consume a banana đ, it absolutely MUST be with peanut butter (almond butter, nut butter, the like…)I found a nut-free chocolate “peanut butter” spread, made with roasted soybeans and wanted to give it a try. I’ve had the non-chocolate version in the past, and…
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“Here, Ashley. I brought you these chocolate chips – we won’t use them. I’m sure you’ll make something great.” “These cookies are awesome. OMG!” That’s all I need. Support and positive feedback.You’ve got me.I’ll keep baking. Just bring me supplies! This time, the cookie goodness includes sea salt caramel walnut butter, and both white chocolate…
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I remember growing up, a “social treat” was Dip-Idy Dill “dip.” Creamy, delicious, perfect for ANYTHING.Mom never really “cheated” in the kitchen, but this spice mix made everything easier and better.Now that I’ve reclaimed my love for dill weed, I am able to skip the packaging (sorry Dip-Idy Dill) and recreate my own version of…
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Quiche is delicious. It’s a crowd pleaser. It’s comforting. It can be served warm or cold. It’s the best.It’s one of my favorite things to bake.This version is particularly easy. No mess, no fuss – just simply pop it in the oven, and it’s done.Italian Chicken Sausage. Sour Cream. Tomato Bruschetta. Eggs. Cheese.That’s it!!! Italian…
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There are certain days when you simply don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen baking, but you still desire a “half baked” treat.This Meyer Lemon White Chocolate Vanilla Cheesecake offers you all the goodies, with only baking a delicious shortbread crust.It’s easy, efficient, and excellent. Meyer Lemon White Chocolate Vanilla Cheesecake Meyer Lemon White…
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Pasticho is a delicious version of lasagna that is very popular in Venezuela. Its origins come from the Mediterranean, where a similar dish called “Pastitsio” is made with tubular pasta and lots of creamy bĂ©chamel sauce.In Venezuela, Pasticho is prepared with lasagna noodles, layered alternately with a tomato-based meat sauce and bĂ©chamel sauce, with cheese…
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