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Tomato Soup’s Return Visit

I was recently asked what type of cook I am. Without missing a beat, I replied, “I am a rogue cook.” I believe in cooking with what’s on hand. Anyone who has dined at my house knows never to expect … Continue reading

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Name This Dish

 Researchers tried a big serving of food psychology and a dollop of trickery to get diners to eat their vegetables, and it worked. Reading the results of this study made me laugh and think is this truly the way to … Continue reading

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Herb Butter Roasted Chicken

A vendor was selling “$6.50 chickens”. I thought, damn not bad for a farmer grown free range chicken. Then came the beautiful blessed nightmare. The guy in front of me started freaking out. The lady gave him an amount I … Continue reading

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Carrot Ginger-Coconut Soup – Revisited

Seeing the beautiful carrots, I decided to make one of my favorite soups,  for Friendsgiving. I think this soup will be a crowd pleaser (I also think this soup will be good for any holiday or cold winter day). What are … Continue reading

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Green Beans Meet Homemade Take Out

Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
? Looking at the beans in my garden, I was reminded again that another summer is passing me by and I have not learned canning. I dream of these fresh beans. They…

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