The last time I made risotto, I caught my 4 year old trying to give the cat a haircut. You see? This is what happens when you decide to make risotto at 5 o’clock on a weeknight. You become a slave to the stove, frantically stirring away while your kids try to pull a fast one on you (the cat…
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how to revive wilted herbs
I have a horrible habit. Whenever I buy herbs, I just rip off whatever I need and throw it back in the fridge. I should be taking the time to store them properly, but I just don’t for some reason. And this is coming from the girl who can’t stand waste! I will however, remember to regularly feed my sourdough…
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whole wheat tortilla pizzas with arugula + prosciutto
Today’s story is about my cats. And how annoying they are. While preparing the ingredients for this pizza, 3 of them formed an elite pride slowly stalking my every move. They wanted scraps. I tried to ignore them (as you do) but with cat-like fury, they unleashed a master plan; the alpha male swiped my cell phone onto the floor…
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chicken piccata
My husband calls this chicken ‘panna cotta’ by the way. Chicken piccata happens to be a childhood favorite of mine; tender chicken simmered in white wine, lemons and capers. It requires little effort, and I usually have most of the ingredients on hand (i.e. the wine). This dish is very adaptable too. I’ve made it several different ways, including a version…
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Sourdough Bread: A Beginner’s Guide
Think you can’t bake artisan sourdough bread at home? Think again! Sourdough Bread: a Beginner’s guide is your go-to recipe resource for simple, easy sourdough bread without kneading. Make the dough in the morning or at night- it will come together in under 10 minutes. In 2013, my resolution was to bake more bread. I researched, tested and baked countless…
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