Some news.

Posted on July 18, 2006 - Filed Under On the web | 1 Comment

If you are a salt lover like me…or even if you are a salt nay-sayer, you ought to check out my latest post up at Paper Palate.
Also, I am just starting to write for Growers and Grocers over at Well Fed. Expect to be hearing more about that in the near future.

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ARF: The things cravings are made of …

Posted on July 18, 2006 - Filed Under cookies, dessert | Leave a Comment

I am not a big fan of oatmeal raisin cookies. Really. I rarely touch them. So you can imagine my surprise when that was exactly what I wanted - no craved - last week. It must be the hot weather getting to me…or the medicine for the bronchitis (yes, ladies and gentlemen, I managed to [...]

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Waxing poetic

Posted on July 14, 2006 - Filed Under On the web | Leave a Comment

I’m not always the to-the-point, just the facts girl. Really. I can wax poetic too…and that is exactly what I did in my latest post up at Paper Palate on farm markets.
If you want to read about my own green obsession, check it out here.

Read the full post at Cucina Bella, a family cooking blog.
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A legend among food writers

Posted on July 13, 2006 - Filed Under On the web, lessons | 1 Comment

M.F.K. Fisher is a legend in the food world. She took food writing beyond the traditional limits and illuminated it, allowing it to be about more than just ingrediants and recipes but about the sensual experience of enjoying fine food.
When I found out that there was a new collection of her writings being released - [...]

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Oatmeal, Summer Foodies and Raw Food

Posted on July 12, 2006 - Filed Under On the web | Leave a Comment

I am a bit behind on providing links here to my other writing, so be prepared, there are a few to mention today.
First up is my informative piece at FitFare on oatmeal. There are recipes for a few ideas of how to eat it and also how to use it for facial goodness. Check it [...]

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ARF: Blue Tomato Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

Posted on July 11, 2006 - Filed Under lunch, salad, side dishes | 5 Comments

So, I’ve been failing to post for the weekly blogging events for sometime even though I intended to. I really like joining in on the fun for events like ARF/5-A-Day hosted weekly by Sweetnicks, since it challenges me to make something new and different that brings more antioxidants and/or vegetables into our home. Check [...]

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RECIPE: Basil Vinaigrette

Posted on July 11, 2006 - Filed Under dressing, salad | Leave a Comment

Basil vinaigrette
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegarScant ¼ cup chopped basil leaves1 tsp honey1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp pepper
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until well combined. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving or using.

Read the full post at Cucina Bella, a family cooking blog.
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A note on the bizarre

Posted on July 8, 2006 - Filed Under News Break, On the web | Leave a Comment

There are bizarre things all around us these days.
Taxes levied on the illegal, and it’s illegal not to pay them. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, Connecticut lawmakers are proud of their taxes that are levied on illegal substances like marijuana, heroin and cocaine. I am failing to comprehend their logic here. What drug dealer is going [...]

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The Art of Perfection

Posted on July 7, 2006 - Filed Under bread, breakfasts, muffins | Leave a Comment

A good blueberry muffin melts in your mouth. It’s not so sweet that it leaves your teeth craving a good Crest fix, nor is it so dense that you grab for any beverage available to help wash it down. The inside should be as delectable as the muffin top and it should be littered with [...]

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Another quickie

Posted on July 6, 2006 - Filed Under On the web | Leave a Comment

If you are looking for something to cool you off in the hot summer temperatures, check out my latest post on Paper Palate.
Just don’t forget to add the sugar like I did the last time I made it. The results were disasterous (but fixable).

Read the full post at Cucina Bella, a family cooking blog.
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