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Being Decisive About Corn
Among cooks, when it comes to grilling corn, there are many ways and little consensus. In the past,...
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Uploaded on Sep 12, 2011
A Taste of Summer…Shellfish!
Here’s a quick take on dinner with super-fresh littleneck clams. Having these juicy morsels in my...
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Uploaded on Sep 12, 2011
Creamed corn cooked
Summer is one of those seasons where it’s easy to cook for just one or two. For one thing, you have...
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Uploaded on Sep 12, 2011
Apricot Jam Captures a Fleeting Taste of Summer
When our boys were young, Steve and I used to do some home canning in the kitchen of our two-bedroom...
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Uploaded on Sep 12, 2011
Strawberry Shortcake on a Stick
Ripe summer berries always make me crave jammy, jewel-toned desserts like pies, cobblers and crisps....
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Uploaded on Sep 12, 2011
It’s Easy to Make Thai Chicken Salad (Larb)
By Joy Liao Thai cooking is by far, one of my favorites. I love that it utilizes simple,...
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Uploaded on Sep 12, 2011
Avocado Soup – to Celebrate the Simple
It has been hot and super-hot in most of the country, not to mention what it going on with our...
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Uploaded on Sep 12, 2011
Peanuts and Beer Chicken Wings
Game Night calls for Chicken Wings I always look forward to game night. Sometimes...
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Uploaded on Jun 3, 2011
Stir-Fried Shrimp with Bell Pepper and Snow Peas
Shrimp, snow peas and bell pepper: three simple ingredients that cook quickly to create sweet,...
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Uploaded on May 20, 2011
Watercress, Strawberry and Almond Salad with Balsamic-Honey Vinaigrette
With warmer days ahead, it’s time to start thinking salads. Here’s one that’s simply delicious, a...
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Uploaded on May 13, 2011
Artichoke
When we were kids, my family would occasionally drive down to Monterey, California, for a day trip to...
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Uploaded on May 6, 2011
California Almond Granola
Granola is one of those great foods to have around the house. It does double duty for me as either...
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Uploaded on May 4, 2011
Mediterranean Lemon Chicken and Potatoes
Today’s recipe is a great dish for people who don’t know how to cook or don’t have time....
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Uploaded on May 4, 2011
Tilapia with Cucumber Radish Relish
When I’m at the fish counter of the supermarket, I’m always attracted to the tilapia – in part...
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Uploaded on May 4, 2011
Blueberry Apple Crisp
There’s nothing more inviting than Blueberry Apple Crisp baking in the oven, filling the kitchen with...
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Uploaded on May 4, 2011
Stuffed Asiago Mushrooms
Whether you’re hosting a party of going to a potluck, it’s good to have a sure-fire, easy appetizer...
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Uploaded on May 4, 2011
Iceberg Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing
It used to be that “salad,” meant iceberg lettuce. Today, with so many sophisticated and more...
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Uploaded on May 4, 2011
Pizzettas with California Dried Plums & Caramelized Onions
Everybody loves pizza so we’ve found a quick, elegant pizza recipe: Pizzettas with California Dried...
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Uploaded on May 4, 2011
