Recipes
Boozy Peach Cobbler with Almonds
I’m pushing it with these peaches. I know it but I can’t help myself. Peaches are in their prime from spring to late summer, usually making their debuts at farm markets in May and gracing […]
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New Potatoes vs Potatoes | Chive & New Potato Salad
Potato, pot-aht-to, however you say it, spuds are spectacular! As great as they are it’s important to choose the right potato for the right recipe in order to get the right result. We’ve talked about […]
Breakfast
How to Make Crisp Waffles From Scratch
Oh, waffles. How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. 1. I love all your nooks and crannies, perfect for cradling fruit and syrup and whipped cream. 2. I love that I can […]
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What is a Maque Choux? | Chipotle Corn Choux
Corn on the cob was my first heartbreak. First grade or so. One front tooth missing. The other hanging on by a thread, swinging in the wind like an old, busted screen door. (We can […]
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Quinoa 101 | Quinoa, Kale & Apple Salad
Quinoa 101 – What is Quinoa? Quinoa is a wonderful thing…once you figure out how to pronounce it, so let’s start there. Keen-wah. Keen-wah. Now you try…Perfect! Quinoa is an ancient grain. Nope, despite the fact that […]
Appetizers
How to Cook Edamame | Chipotle Lime Edamame
I know how to party. Seriously, when I’m not sharing tips, tools, techniques and recipes here, it’s my job. IRL I own a personal chef service and in the 12 years since I started I’ve […]
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Cucumbers vs English Cucumbers | Cucumber & Tomato Salad with Red Onions & Feta
Cucumber and tomato are a summertime staple around here. My husband would eat cucumbers in some form or fashion with every meal if he had his way. And I can’t blame him. They’re crisp, refreshing […]