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• The Cocktail Column: Tom & Jerry

  

  I’ll admit to it:  what caused me to pause when I came across this recipe was the name Tom Jerry. I wondered what the connection was between a cocktail and a... Read more

  Posted on 29 December 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Lebkuchen (Austrian Gingerbread Cookies)

  

  Sad to say, this blog has a regrettable dearth of Christmas cookies. (Or cookies in general). I hope this post can help make amends. Read more

  Posted on 10 December 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Sweet Potato Arugula Salad

  

  I have moved.Most of the boxes are unpacked.  I’ve found a dry cleaner, cobbler, and a gym (CrossFit Salem!). I have a library card. I joined a book club. Read more

  Posted on 28 November 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Yucatecan Chicken and Onion Stew (Pollo En Escabeche Oriental)

  

  I’ve been to three parts of Mexico, and cliched ones at that:  Ciudad Juarez (i.e. El Paso), Tijuana, and Playa del Carmen (which you get to via Cancun). Read more

  Posted on 26 November 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Baked Pumpkin Bread

  

  While we prepare for Hurricane Sandy here in Brooklyn, I thought it would be good to make a nice autumn quick bread. Pumpkin Bread! Read more

  Posted on 29 October 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Roasted Tomatillo Salsa (Salsa Verde) Two Ways

  

  Several weeks ago, I was hoping for one last haul of plums at the farmer’s market, but it was not to be.  As I made it to the last stall, it looked like I’d be... Read more

  Posted on 22 October 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Butternut Squash Leek Galette

  

  There’s some recipes I forget about for the better part of the year, but suddenly find myself coming back to wondering, “where have you been?” And then, I... Read more

  Posted on 15 October 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Walnut Season in Benton County! – Gameday Brownies!

  

  Corvallis has several fall celebrations. Along with the kick-off of Beaver football season in September, there are also Septembeerfest and then Fall Festival. Read more

  Posted on 10 October 2012 CREATIVITY, FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Late Summer Or Indian Summer Fruit Salad

  

  Late Summer Fruit Salad Print Prep time 10 mins Total time 10 mins Author: Karen Recipe type: dessert, side Serves: 4-6 Ingredients 4 small peaches or... Read more

  Posted on 01 October 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Roasted Tomatoes for the Freezer

  

  Tomatoes. Since I try to keep my tomatoes on the counter (oh yes, woe betide ye who put them in the fridge), I have to be sure to use them quickly. Read more

  Posted on 21 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Homey Tomato Cheddar Pie

  

  Do you know your local Edible Communities magazine? These inspiring regional magazines focus on local produce, local producers, with beautiful pictures and a... Read more

  Posted on 19 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• A New Type of Cocktail Column (at Least Short Term)

  So it’s been a while since I’ve written a cocktail column. Now, honestly, this means close to nothing for me because I’m not as dutiful or as culinary as my... Read more

  Posted on 17 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Crabapple Pie

  

  I’ve long thought that crabapples weren’t good for much of anything, figuring they were one of those ornamental fruits that tastes horrible–or worse. Read more

  Posted on 12 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Heavenly Veggie Crustless Quiche

  

  Heavenly Crustless Veggie Quiche Print Recipe type: Entree Author: Kclever Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 45 mins Total time: 55 mins Serves: 4-6 Healthy,... Read more

  Posted on 08 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Fricasseed Chicken with Eggplant and Fresh Tomatoes

  

  Eggplant is a bit funny to deal with.  Unlike most vegetables, it absorbs oil like a sponge, only to release it again.  The texture can be somewhat spongy... Read more

  Posted on 06 September 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Sugar Plum Walnut Butter Cake

  

  When I was little I wanted the birthday cake with the snow-white frosting from the bakery, stiff ruffled piped edges (with a little leaf here or there), and lot... Read more

  Posted on 31 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Meyer Lemon Marmalade Cake

  

  When I saw this beautiful post on Jammy Chicken last (ahem) February, it was nothing less than a sign. This winter I made marmalade for the first time, and in... Read more

  Posted on 20 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Indian-Style Rice

  

  I’m not going to say I  never order Indian takeout, but to some extent I’ve managed to successfully cut back–I’ve been making plenty of curries (which last for... Read more

  Posted on 16 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Cobies in Cape Cod

  

  As mentioned by my sisters, we took a family trip to Cape Cod a few weeks back. Between our trips to the beach, outings to Hyannis or just lounging around we... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Peach Jam with Lavender

  

  I remember when I was growing up how my mom hopefully bought peaches every year when they came in–only to be disappointed by green fruits that never ripened,... Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES