Archive for September, 2005
Shed the Party Stress
Black Bean Cassoulet (Feijoada) & Orange Onion Salsa with Savory Italian Zucchini Muffins I had a dream last night. In it, my friend Emily asked me if I was a chain saw “artiste”. She wanted me to carve a centerpiece out of cheese for her next party – obviously to impress her other friends. I [...]
September 27, 2005
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Posted in: Breads, Ethnic Foods, Salsas & Sauces
Let Freedom Ring!
Alice’s Favorite Meatballs & Smart Sausage, Italian Style Freedom means many things – The freedom to speak, the right to remain silent, freedom to worship, freedom of choice. But, to a parent in September, freedom means one thing – “they’re back in school!” Now, a period of adjustment begins. We look forward to peaceful afternoons [...]
September 17, 2005
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Posted in: After-school Snacks, Beef, Pork
Don’t Starve Your Sweet Tooth!
Beatrice’s Bravo Brownies & Carne Yerba Buena I love sugar. It tastes good. A spoonful of it makes the medicine go down. It makes kids eat grapefruit, and it gives us energy. It is low in calories and fat free. But… It will rot your teeth if you forget to brush (reference Elizabeth I and [...]
September 13, 2005
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Posted in: Beef, Desserts
Making ‘Homemade Gone Wrong’ Right!
Chicken Vin Blanc w/Fresh Asparagus Piccata Homemade. Sounds great. Something prepared with only the freshest ingredients, stirred and simmered to perfection, under the careful and loving eye of Mom. But, not everyone cares as much as Mom, and, not everyone is as good a cook. And, well, sometimes neither is Mom; but at least she [...]
September 3, 2005
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Posted in: Chicken, Dinners