faking it
I came across this recipe years ago, in the Wednesday section of the New York Times. It was in the “Minimalist” column, written by Mark Bittman – one of my favorite food writers. It was called “Pasta...
View Articleto market: an embarrassment of riches
Did I ever tell you that I am a CSA dropout? It’s true – this avid cook, lover of good food, champion of feeding my children well – joined a CSA, hated pretty much every minute of it, and vowed to...
View Articlejust a pinch: vinegar
So if you thought I knew next to nothing about olive oil….well, I know even less about vinegar. The collection in my pantry has been amassed solely based on whatever my various recipes called for – and...
View Article“simply” perfect
When it comes to my favorite foods, I’m a simple gal at heart. Give me a great burger, a slice of toasted pound cake, a classic BLT, and I’m happy. But sometimes “simple” can be quite deceptive. Take...
View Articlewhen it’s too hot to cook (NOT that I’m complaining)
Sometime back in May – when I was truly convinced that summer was NEVER GOING TO COME – I instructed my family (along with anyone within earshot) to punch me in the throat should I complain even once...
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