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Here at Home Skillet, we love making food tasty, playful, and interesting. We try to keep things short, sweet and to the point, but always have fun in the process. We enjoy all cuisines, and we don't like to limit ourselves with categories and labels. As far as we're concerned, the wonders of cooking are one, big, fluid and limitless continuum of flavors and experiences, just waiting to be explored.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 141 )
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Banana and Almond Smoothies
So it is January, that month on our calendar that feels so shiny and new and full of promise. A month of fresh starts and new beginnings. Read more
Posted on 06 January 2013 -
Roasted Slices of Carnival Squash Doused in a Gingery Brown Butter
Carnival squash is my very favorite squash. And this is because of its name. I have yet to find sources to confirm this, but I am positive that it derives its... Read more
Posted on 03 January 2013 -
Chocolate and Olive Oil Crostini
A setting or rising sun is one of those sights that we, as a species, love to behold. So colorful and and epic and majestic, it inspires a sense of wonder and... Read more
Posted on 31 December 2012 -
Parsnip, Fennel and Tarragon Soup with Squash and Apple Turkey Cheddar Sandwiches
We used to have this designated area in our living room, originally called "the reading nook." It was a futon mattress covered with pillows and surrounded by... Read more
Posted on 31 December 2012 -
Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies with Fruity, Nutty, Chocolaty Flair
I am beginning to think the only holiday traditions we have are intending to do festive activities and not following through. For instance, this year we were... Read more
Posted on 23 December 2012 -
Parmesan and Asiago Frico Squares with Fennel and Orange Salad
Party food is just so fun - dips, miniature, bite size morsels served on toothpicks, communal foods in general. Party food makes me happy. But the parties... Read more
Posted on 20 December 2012 -
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, Crabapple and Maple Syrup
I am convinced Brussels sprouts have magical powers. You try them. And maybe you hate them. But you can't stop thinking about them. And you cant resist buying... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Butternut Squash Crostini
We as a society have weird rules governing behavior. For instance, we have deemed the tuxedo, suits, ball gowns, and cocktail dresses as formal wear. Why? Why... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Apple Pomegranate Fruit Bars with Rose and Ginger
I love that I am 28 years old, with a child of my own, and I can go to my gram's and still be treated like one of the grandkids. Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Thick and Creamy, Earl Grey and Lavender Hot Chocolate
Around this time of year, we become a bit introspective, reflecting on those things for which we are grateful. I've got to say, I'm so grateful that chocolate... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Stuffing Pasta
Apparently, I've been born without the genes that makes one enjoy stuffing. Or dressing, as the case may be. I don't know why that happened in life. But I just... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Thanksgiving Recipe Round-up!
I love a good list. LOVE it. Like really love it. List making is so therapeutic, putting a bit of order and tidiness onto our messy and chaotic world. Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Spiced Cranberry-Ginger Cider with All the Fixins'
From my perspective, the people who celebrate Christmas fall into two camps. First, there are the ones who wait until December to decorate. Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Easy Mushroom Stir-fry with Chinese 5-Spice
I think I am reaching a point at which I no longer understand what qualifies as typical breakfast food. There was a time in my life when I was very regimented i... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Whole Wheat Ricotta Waffles with Blueberry Sauce
Most little ones seem to have favorite toys or favorite stuffed animals. And favorite colors. But not our little guy Max. He is rather fickle, dispensing his... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Latkes with Clarified Butter, Cotija Cheese and Truffled Ketchup
We have almost reached that time of year. The one where I put notations on the calendar to highlight the days of Hanukkah, and put a star on the day or days on... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
The Bus Cake, with Eggnog and Chocolate Chip Batter
Yep, it is indeed a bus-shaped cake. You totally know that your life isn't complete until you've experienced the bus cake. When most of us are out and about,... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Prosciutto and Papaya Skewers with Basil and Raspberry
I find it fascinating that a miniature stick of wood can make something instantly party-fancy. Yes, party-fancy is a term. Or it will be. I'm sure of it. 2013 i... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Orange and Anise Cookies
I love all the nuances and quirks of people. They can be so strange and fascinating. For instance, take Seth and me. We love pajamas. Love them. Nothing makes u... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 -
Pomegranate Banana Dip, Sugar and Spiced Tortilla Chips, and Red Laser App
Today we're reviewing a free app called RedLaser, and pairing this review with another type of app... chips and dip! When I saw this opportunity through Daily... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012