A simple berry tart could be the perfect summer dessert. What better way is there to showcase fresh colorful juicy berries at their peak of ripeness than with a rich creamy vanilla custard and a buttery crisp crust? The Tuesday … Continue reading →
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Posted in Spice Spotlight, Tuesdays with Dorie
I always have a stash of spice blends on hand and recently realized they are my culinary safety net; an emergency backup system for getting dinner on the table when I’m rushed or uninspired. I started thinking about how many times … Continue reading →
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Posted in Spice Spotlight, TableFare
| Tagged Ana Sortun, Daniel Boulud, Giveaway
I had muffins for breakfast this morning, thanks to the Tuesdays with Dorie baking group. I have made these tender spice muffins once before, but failed to capture a photo before they were all eaten so I couldn’t skate by … Continue reading →
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Posted in Spice Spotlight, Tuesdays with Dorie
I had fun over the weekend doing a cooking demonstration of low cost meals at a community fair organized by The City of Lake Forest Park, WA. They brought together all sorts of community resource agencies sharing information to help people navigate … Continue reading →
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Posted in Clever Tips and Tricks, Cooking on a budget, Salads, Soups & Stews, Spice Spotlight
| Tagged buying spices, Operation Frontline, Solid Ground
Our Spice Library is growing! Check out the new entries I just added for black, green, white, and pink peppercorns. Learn about the flavor profiles of different peppercorns, how they are grown, harvested, and processed. Do you know which countries … Continue reading →
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Posted in Spice Spotlight
| Tagged Braised Peppercorn Shortribs, Gale Gand, Rouxbe, Spice Library, White Pepper Shortbread