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Brussels Sprouts Cacio e Pepe Pizzettes

By On September 27, 2018

Back in February, Ina Garten posted a picture to her Instagram of a cacio e pepe brussels sprouts pizza that she enjoyed at Danny Meyer’s latest New York restaurant, Martina Pizzeria.  The… Read More

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Vegan Hemp Heart Pesto

By On July 12, 2018

I may have mentioned this before on the blog, but I once went on a date with a man who referred to the fourth of July as the half-way point of summer.… Read More

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Cranberry-Jalapeno Salsa

By On December 15, 2016

Fresh cranberries are transformed into the most delicious and festive salsa that can be served over whipped goat cheese or cream cheese. Bring this to your next holiday party and I… Read More

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Salted Chocolate Date Bites

By On December 8, 2016

Last April, we were invited to dinner at the home of some friends that we don’t see too often.  When we had last spent some time together, our hostess mentioned that occasionally… Read More

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Easy Spanokopita Tart

By On November 10, 2016

I don’t want to bring politics into this blog, but this has been a week to end all weeks for this nation.  Launching into a little discussion about wilting spinach and making… Read More

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Parmesan & Poppy Biscuits

By On September 22, 2016

I have written about my cooking group in several posts including Dulce de Leche Sandwich Cookies (wish I had one right now), Chana Masala (yum), Roast Chicken with Garlic, Lemon & Parsley, and… Read More

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Sausage, Corn and Spinach Frittata

By On August 18, 2016

About a month ago, my husband sent me an email with a link to a Wall Street Journal article entitled, Make America Quiche Again: Recipes that bring everyone to the table. … Read More

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Sauteed Onion & Yogurt Dip

By On June 30, 2016

I once knew a person who referred to the 4th of July as the “halfway” point of the summer.  And I thought I could be a pessimist! Yet, here it is already… Read More

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Spicy Sesame Noodles

By On January 28, 2016

For every recipe I share with you on the blog, there are probably 5 or so that I test that don't make the cut. A couple of weeks ago, I made… Read More

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Quinoa Spinach & Feta Bites

By On April 30, 2015

Thank you so much.  Last week’s post was really well received and you let me know.  I appreciate the texts, emails, Facebook comments, Blog comments and a retweet on Twitter by my… Read More

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Holiday Survival Mix

By On November 27, 2014

Did you have a nice Thanksgiving?  I hope this morning finds you with your feet up, a big cup of something warm in hand, and maybe even a slice of leftover pie… Read More

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Armenian Market Tour and Cheese & Spinach Phyllo Cups

By On November 20, 2014

What are you thankful for this year? One of the things I am thankful for is surviving my first six months as a blogger!  I have to admit it is a teensy… Read More