Category: EAT/DRINK
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Cumin & Orange Scented Carrots
This last weekend I visited the farmer’s market and picked up some of the most adorable carrots. An inexpensive and easily accessible vegetable, I often forget about it, which is a shame because it’s in season right now. Well, thank goodness these pretty ladies caught my eye. I wasn’t sure what to do with them at first. My typical…
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Cookbook Review: Weeknights with Giada
Two weeks ago, I had the pleasure of attending a book signing with Giada De Laurentiis. Hosted by Rainy Day Books, Giada was interviewed on stage at the Midland, and all attendees received a copy of her new cookbook. I’ve long been a fan of Giada and own nearly all of her cookbooks. Her basic risotto recipe is…
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Reinventing the Egg
I’ve had a lot of scrambled eggs over the course of my life, but tonight, using a method in this month’s issue of Bon Appetit*, I tasted something unlike any others in my past. Creamy, almost pudding like, these scrambled eggs had a richness I hadn’t experienced before. Remarkably, the recipe doesn’t call for cheese…
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Asparagus with Lemon and Heat
Asparagus is perfect this time of year. In the past, I’ve always made it the same way – roasted on high heat and served with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Although this method is delicious, I wanted to try something new. Ever since making this meal, I’ve fallen in love with the combination of lemon and…
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Turkey Burgers with a Mango and Avocado Salsa
For Christmas this year, my husband gave me a cookbook with the intention that he would make me meals out of it. While it hasn’t happened as often as he may have hoped, he’s managed to craft a few tasty dishes. One of the items he successfully made was fish tacos. They were delicious, but to me, the real…
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B-A-N-A-N-A-S Pancakes
We haven’t talked about Pinterest* here, but we probably should. I adore it. At first, I wasn’t sure how to use it, but decided it would work best for me if I used it to organize things I found online. As I come across recipes or items I like, I pin them, so that I won’t lose…
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Jicama, Almond and Orange Salad
Around Christmas, I ate at Blanc Burgers + Bottles in Leawood. Instead of my usual fries, I opted for a salad with my burger. The arugula + citrus caught my eye, and after I ate it, I couldn’t get it out of my head. A week later, I was still thinking about it and thought…
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Wild Rice Salad
I’ve had a big container of wild rice in my cupboards for longer than I’d care to admit. Inspired by a rice salad I saw here, I used ingredients I had on hand to create a dish perfect for lunch. A tangy vinaigrette forms the basis of the salad with tart, dried cherries and spinach adding brightness.…
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Cookbook Review: Comfort Food Fix
This Christmas, I received a copy of Ellie Krieger’s newest cookbook, Comfort Food Fix. I’ve long been a fan of her healthy, delicious approach to cooking. Using fresh ingredients, she creates nutritious dishes that don’t involve a lot of swaps – just good, natural food. Some of her recipes from previous cookbooks have become staples…
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Pasta Bake
The second recipe from my kitchen clean out, a pasta bake, is not the most original, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t delicious. Tomatoes and onion form the basis of a simple sauce, while melted mozzarella and parmesan create a cheesy bubbling crust.