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Candied Flowers…Perfect For A Special Occasion

Posted on May 22, 2013 by

Hundreds of tiny inconspicuous wild strawberries and violets can be found at the edge of our apple orchard next to the surrounding woodlands. Their tiny blossoms are edible and make wonderful decorative Candied Flowers…Perfect For A Special Occasion. While not as … Continue reading →

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Stir-Fried Beef With Broccoli, Peppers And Onions

Posted on May 17, 2013 by

Asian inspired food, especially Chinese, is one of the most popular cuisines found around the world. Whether it is eaten in a restaurant or ordered for takeout to have at home, we all seem to enjoy it. Stir-Fried Beef With … Continue reading →

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Apple Blossom Time In New England

Posted on May 10, 2013 by

Apple blossom time in New England is beautiful. I love looking out the windows at the  orchard that surrounds our home. Once outside, it is such a pleasure to view the apple and pear trees in all their glory. Walking under … Continue reading →

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Harira, A Moroccan Chickpea And Lentil Soup

Posted on May 4, 2013 by

If you are like me and have ever dreamed about traveling to Morocco, your first thoughts might be of intriguing alleyways leading to exotic markets filled with conical mounds of saffron, cumin, turmeric and paprika. Wandering a little further on … Continue reading →

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A Spring Walk At The Edge Of The Woods

Posted on April 28, 2013 by

On this quiet spring morning in New England, the sky is cobalt blue and there is not a cloud in the sky. With the warmth of the early morning sun, it seems like the perfect day to head outdoors for … Continue reading →

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Grilled Lamb Chops With Tapenade Over Fennel Couscous

Posted on April 24, 2013 by

With the arrival of spring, there are certain foods that seem to go along with the season. One item that can usually be found in the markets at this time of the year is lamb which has long been associated … Continue reading →

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Sicilian Pasta With Saffron And Cauliflower

Posted on April 18, 2013 by

Bucatini with Saffron and Cauliflower is a traditional pasta dish from the beautiful island of Sicily. Sicily’s rich variety of foods have been greatly influenced by the early conquests of the Greeks, Romans, Arabs and Spaniards who each ruled the … Continue reading →

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Chef Inspired Burger Stuffed With Blue Cheese

Posted on April 13, 2013 by

The whole world loves burgers and fries but what about when you want to take the idea and turn it into a delicious evening meal. Gordon Hamersley did that in his cookbook Bistro Cooking At Home with his recipe for Blue … Continue reading →

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Spring is here…Let’s Start Gardening

Posted on April 9, 2013 by

Every season in New England is wonderful but at the end of a very snowy winter, I can’t help but look forward to the warmth of spring, the first flower blossoms opening, and starting seeds for my vegetable garden. Spring … Continue reading →

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Braised Short Ribs With Wild Mushrooms

Posted on April 5, 2013 by

Braised Short Ribs of Beef  With Wild Mushrooms is a dish you might expect to have in a fancy restaurant but it is a great meal for a lazy weekend evening at home. It is the perfect comfort food to enjoy … Continue reading →

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