Monthly Archives: August 2011

Salt Potatoes With Fresh Dill and Mascarpone

I’ve been told I can be a tiny bit controlling in my kitchen.  It’s probably true.  After all, my kitchen is my retreat.  Last week I had to try very hard not to steer my adorable seven-year-old son in another … Continue reading

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Avocado Zucchini Bread With Olive Oil

You know I love avocados, right?  I love them with a bit of sea salt and a spoon. I love them in salads, salsas, and sandwiches, too.  What’s not to love? Well, lately avocados have been turning up in all … Continue reading

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Friday Flowers: Fuchsias and Hazelnut Praline Nutella Pie

When I was growing up — in the time before Nutella was sold almost everywhere — my friend Tanja always brought jars of it home from her visits to family in Germany. She introduced me to this creamy, oh-so-delicious party … Continue reading

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Grilled Mediterranean Burgers

As promised. . . here is the meat for your BBQ! The days of summer are winding down, and I want to soak them up.  I want to relish the time with my kids, friends, family, and of course . … Continue reading

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Tempeh Wild Rice Pesto “Burger” Recipe

On our first date, my now-husband told me he was a vegetarian. I am someone who’s extremely passionate about food — all food – and I wondered if his dietary choice would be a deal breaker!  He then said that … Continue reading

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Smoky Chipotle Parmesan French Fries

As always, thanks for visiting my site!  If this looks delicious to you, please sign up for my occasional emails . . . with more great recipes! One of my absolute favorite flavors in the world (right up there with … Continue reading

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My Seven Links

I was delighted to have  Jeanne of Jolly Tomato pass me the torch for “My Seven Links.”  My Seven Links was originally started by Trip Base.  The idea is to encourage bloggers to share links to their older posts that … Continue reading

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Friday Flowers: A Special Kind of Lily and an Almond Joy Cookie Recipe {Gluten-Free}

The common name for the lily flowers I’m sharing with you today is actually Naked Ladies. Naked Ladies don’t usually bring my mind to food — rather, to an amazing trip to Big Sur, California I took with my husband — … Continue reading

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Silvia’s Summer Seafood Paella

As you know, we recently took a family vacation to New York.  We planned the trip around the wedding of our close friends, Ed and Danielle.  The wedding was at Danielle’s family home in Woodstock, and it was gorgeous!  I … Continue reading

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Eating Gluten-Free in New York (Plus a Very Cute Kitchen Timer!)

It’s been a very busy cooking weekend for me, but before sharing my recipes, I want to share some quick take-aways from our trip to New York. If you’ve been keeping up with me, you know my 7-year-old son has … Continue reading

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