Welcome back Spring! We really missed you. Today was the nicest day we’ve had in a long time. The weather was warm and the sun was shining. I fantasized about trading spots with Nala (my incredibly fat cat) who was basking away in the sun like a diva. Not a…
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No-Knead Honey Whole Wheat Bread
The internet is a beautiful thing. Back when I postedthe recipe for no-knead artisan bread, I made a new friend on facebook. Her name is Hendrika, and she is from the Netherlands. Hendrika (also a baker) recommended making a whole grain version. She said to replace 25% of the flour…
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curried quinoa and asparagus salad
I am on a mission. When my kitchen is stocked with food, I can never think of what to make. But when my kitchen is completely empty that’s when I come up with the best meals. For the next couple of days, my mission is to make as much as…
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irish soda bread
In New York City’s west village, you’ll find a wonderful bakery called Amy’s Bread. Every so often (read:Â twice a week), I would pop in for their delicious Irish soda bread. I used to slather them in butter, and settle in to people-watch at the counter window. What I liked about…
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Jim Lahey’s Easy No-Knead Artisan Bread
This no-knead artisan bread recipe is perfect for beginner bread bakers. Made with instant yeast and baked in a Dutch oven. Follow my easy step-by-step photos and instructions to bake this simple bread at home! Interested in baking your own bread? Jim Lahey’s No-Knead Bread recipe uses an incredibly easy formula: Simply mix…
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