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13 October 2012
Harvest Vegetable Soup
Finely fall has arrived in California! When I am not doing my happy dance, then I … Continue reading →
7 September 2012
Caramelized Onion Tart
This tart is a vehicle for caramelized onions. It’s also inspired by an appetizer I ate … Continue reading →
22 October 2015
Caramelized onion tart with Gruyère
This tart is a vehicle for two of my favorite things – caramelized onions and Gruyere … Continue reading →
12 June 2015
Strawberry Cake
Reprinted from the TasteFood archives, because it’s the end of the school year, and we all … Continue reading →
7 May 2015
Cauliflower Purée
Can you ever get tired of potatoes? No, you firmly say, and I would agree. Sometimes, however, … Continue reading →
25 August 2012
Chipotle Skirt Steak Fajitas
~ Chipotle Skirt Steak Fajitas ~ It’s August, but fall is in the air. There is … Continue reading →
22 September 2013
Spaghetti carbonara with sweet peas
~ Spaghetti Carbonara with Sweet Peas ~ If there is an Italian equivalent to the classic … Continue reading →
20 May 2016
Clam Chowder
Memorial Day is fast approaching – the brink of summer which leads to lots of grilling, spending … Continue reading →
7 February 2012
Cauliflower purée with celery root and garlic
~ Cauliflower, Celery Root, Garlic, Thyme ~ Looking for a simple side that’s light and fluffy … Continue reading →
28 April 2014
Farmers Market Chicken Dinner
Grilled Chicken, Garlic Scapes, Potatoes, Lambs Lettuce, Lemon, Roasted Garlic A trip to the farmers market yielded … Continue reading →
3 April 2015
Coconut Chocolate Macaroons
Happy Passover: Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroons The bane of my childhood candy experience was a Mounds Bar. … Continue reading →
10 August 2010
Spiced plum crostata
We have been traveling. Each summer our family returns to Europe, where we spend time living … Continue reading →
1 November 2014
Cauliflower Gratin
Just as we like to wrap ourselves in warming layers in the fall, we can do the … Continue reading →
2 February 2013
Dry spice rubbed pork ribs for super bowl party
~ Dry Spice Rubbed and Grilled Pork Ribs ~ Call me a fair weather fan (or … Continue reading →
24 April 2012
White chocolate and coconut oatmeal cookies
~ White Chocolate and Coconut Oatmeal Cookies ~ Wherever we move, there is a kitchen ritual … Continue reading →
20 November 2016
Warm wild rice salad with dried fruit and nuts
I am just going to come out and say it: I am not a fan of … Continue reading →
18 November 2013
Raspberry Almond Streusel Bars
Raspberry Almond Streusel Bars I made this recipe recently for a contest sponsored by Attune Foods. … Continue reading →
31 March 2014
Rosemary and Porcini Crusted Lamb Loin Chops
A rub of crushed dried porcini mushrooms and finely chopped rosemary creates an umami-rich crust for lamb. … Continue reading →
17 November 2018
Cider brined and grill-roasted turkey
Do brine or not to brine? In my opinion, brining is worth it – all you need is time. Follow these steps, and you will have an unfailingly moist and flavorful (...)
3 November 2012
Clam chowder with root vegetables and thyme
~ Clam Chowder with Root Vegetables and Thyme ~ I happened to have some left over … Continue reading →
19 January 2014
Moroccan Lamb Stew with Figs and Chickpeas
It’s the time of year when I have an urge to travel. Call it cabin fever, … Continue reading →
6 April 2011
Blueberry crumble bars
Simple, sweet and oozing with fruit, Blueberry Crumble Bars are dessert’s answer to comfort food. I … Continue reading →
26 March 2016
Easter asparagus prosciutto egg mimosa salad
Have you been tasked with bringing a spring-y platter of food to feed a crowd for Easter brunch … Continue reading →
3 August 2011
Prosciutto Wrapped Figs with Goat Cheese and Rosemary
~ Baked Stuffed Figs with Prosciutto, Goat Cheese, Rosemary and Honey ~ Food is like fashion. … Continue reading →
1 June 2015
Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Jamaican Jerk is a thick and heady Afro-Carribean marinade chock-a-block full of ingredients. Don’t let the … Continue reading →
