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Pumpkin Gingerbread Cake with Sea Salt Caramel Sauce

Here’s a great Fall Dessert that’s a perfect Thanksgiving option. Gingerbread spices fill the house while it bakes and pumpkin makes the...

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Nov 15, 20211 min read

This noodle bowl is so satisfying with its silky smooth broth filled with turmeric, ginger, citrus, a hint of peanut and lots of veggies....

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Jan 24, 20211 min read

Roast Brined Turkey with Cornbread, Rye, Sage, Apple & Sausage Stuffing, Sour Cranberry Sauce & all the trimmings. I love Thanksgiving....

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Nov 20, 20203 min read

Apples are in season here & they pair nicely with fresh figs in this simple spread that is delicious as a sweet or savory condiment. In a...

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Oct 1, 20201 min read

In New Mexico, Calabacitas is a common side dish to any meal, typically squash, corn & green chile are combined & sautéed in a skillet...

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Sep 15, 20201 min read

Served with roast winter squash and a green salad. The spices in Mexican Molé sauce turned into a rub will get your taste buds ready for...

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Sep 10, 20201 min read

Nothing compares to vine ripened tomatoes. I absolutely love them!!! Mostly I like to eat perfectly ripe tomatoes by the slice with a...

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Sep 3, 20201 min read

It's a labor of love when Summer's bounty is ripe for the picking. This summer I've made 9 quarts of apricot jam. I've peeled two cases...

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Sep 2, 20202 min read

Top the risotto with crispy pancetta and the flavor palette is complete. Spring has sprung and I am ready for lighter zestier tastes. I...

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Aug 3, 20191 min read

It's Spring and asparagus is on sale everywhere. What better way to enjoy it than in this savory buttery cheesy tart? I start by...

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Jul 31, 20192 min read