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Vanilla Chai Cupcakes with Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting
I don't bake sweets all that often. This is mostly because, although I generally crave savory over sweet, if there are sweet treats...
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Laurel
- Jan 22, 2021
- 4 min
Indian-ish Pork Ribs
I learned a lot of things in culinary school, but perhaps most important was to trust myself enough to try new things - new ingredients,...
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Laurel
- Jan 22, 2021
- 2 min
Ratatouille-Stuffed Pasta Shells
Are you working on upping your veggie intake this year? Yeah, me too. Some days it's easy, but some days, to be honest, all I want to do...
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Laurel
- Jan 17, 2021
- 3 min
This Quiche is Magic
In the before times (before Covid, that is), my husband and I would regularly host small dinner/cocktail/brunch parties with our friends...
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Laurel
- Jan 15, 2021
- 3 min
Chorizo Chilaquiles and Eggs Two Ways
I. Love. Breakfast. And chorizo. And any dish served directly out of a big ol' cast iron skillet. So combine breakfast and chorizo and a...
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Laurel
- Jan 12, 2021
- 3 min
Greek Lamb Meatballs with Tzaziki
I've got to say, I've never been a huge fan of meatloaf, but I LOVE meatballs. (I'll pause here for you to make a juvenile joke at which...
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Laurel
- Jan 10, 2021
- 2 min
Lentil, Kale & Sausage Stew
It's January, which means it's cold, and we are all craving warm, comforting meals that make us feel like we've been wrapped up in a big,...
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Laurel
- Jan 3, 2021
- 2 min
"Must-Go" Salad
It's the first Sunday of January, which means if you're anything like me you (1) want to eat healthier after the excesses of the past...
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Laurel
- Dec 15, 2020
- 2 min
Cranberry Spice Sourdough Oatmeal Cookies
Did you buy too many bags of fresh cranberries for the holidays? Yeah, me too. Do you hate throwing away your sourdough starter discard...
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Laurel
- Dec 8, 2020
- 2 min
Herbed Butternut Squash Soup
One of my favorite things to do as a chef is to take a classic, tried-and-true recipe and put my own twist on it. It's my way of paying...
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Laurel
- Dec 7, 2020
- 2 min
Clam and Argentinian Chorizo Chowder
Back in the "before time," before hugs and indoor dining were life-threatening activities, I used to run a couple of restaurants. My...
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Laurel
- Dec 7, 2020
- 2 min
Harissa and White Bean Stew
Although I love all my spice blends, if I had to choose a favorite, it might be my Five-Chile Harissa Spice Blend. Every time I use it I...
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Laurel
- Nov 27, 2020
- 2 min
Andouille Mac & Cheese
Mac & Cheese. Were there ever two words in the English language more perfect together? I think not. Whether you prefer yours made from a...
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Laurel
- Nov 24, 2020
- 2 min
Ras el Hanout Pumpkin Turkey Chili
It's Thanksgiving month, which means we are all getting ready to eat more than our fair share of comfort food, especially this year, when...
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Laurel
- Oct 13, 2020
- 2 min
Harissa-Marinated Grilled Chicken Skewers
Another perfect camping recipe - Harissa-Marinated Grilled Chicken Skewers
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Laurel
- Sep 29, 2020
- 5 min
Rack of Lamb with Crisp Roasted Potatoes and Creamed Kale
A luxurious meal made easy by planning ahead and making use of your new favorite cooking method - sous vide.
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Laurel
- Sep 22, 2020
- 2 min
Pumpkin-Cranberry Scones
Forget lattes and pies, pumpkin scones are my new favorite way to pumpkin and a great way to utilize some A Bite of Good Autumn Spice Blend.
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Laurel
- Sep 17, 2020
- 2 min
Pulled Pork Posole
Don't let leftover pulled pork go to waste. Turn it into a big batch of this super easy, flavorful soup.
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Laurel
- Sep 14, 2020
- 2 min
Easy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Easy, make-ahead slow cooker pulled pork makes dinner a breeze.
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Laurel
- Sep 7, 2020
- 1 min
The Sourdough Muffins You Didn't Know You Were Missing
The sourdough muffin recipe you didn't know you were missing, loaded with banana, berries, and coconut flakes for good measure.
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