Citrus season is one of the reasons why I love winter in California so much. The first mandarins appeared at the market last weekend, and the oranges on the citrus groves that surround Bakersfield are …
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Recipes, Food Stories, Adventures, and Other Musings
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My Lemons are Ripening!
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Weekend Project: Thai Chili Paste
I’ll be honest, I’m not a big hot sauce fan. I don’t like overly spicy things, I don’t love the flavor of peppers in general, and I have a pretty low spice tolerance. Despite this, …
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Polenta Waffles
Every time I make polenta, I make way too much. Polenta is a common standby in my household for a creamy starch option that can be topped with anything from roasted mushrooms (see latest post!) …
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You Really Should Be Roasting Your Mushrooms
Here’s the thing – I love to cook. But as I’ve grown older and (I guess) busier, I’ve truly begun to appreciate the value of my oven and the glory of roasting food. This method …
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Welcome to the Blog!
Hello Blogging World! I’m finally taking the leap into writing my stories, both from a food and recipe perspective, and from the perspective of my various life adventures. I always think to myself, hey, I …