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Seville Orange-Key Lime Pie with Cardamom Crust
I know it’s likely we’re all thinking about Valentine’s Day chocolates, however I couldn’t wait another moment before sharing this recipe because Seville Oranges are in season right now. Never having...
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Cranberry Oat Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
I think I have a problem. I think it’s a good problem, though. As soon as I hear good (or bad — but hopefully not!), news about a friend or family member, I’m immediately thinking about what kind of...
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Honey Glazed-Baby Kiwi Mascarpone Cheesecake Recipe
Would you agree that good things come in small packages? I do. After all, the average height in my family is 5’3.” Seriously though, we typically associate “little” with “cute.” Think about it . ....
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Friday Flowers: Geraniums and Chocolate Truffle Espresso Muffin Recipe
A strong, hot, delicious shot of espresso might just be the best way to start a day. Oh, but wait . . . what if we added a creamy chocolate truffle to it!? Even better, I know! And that my friends,...
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Ojai Pixie Tangerines
Sweet, seedless, and delicious — that’s how I like my citrus. Welcome to the Ojai Valley in Southern California. Melissa’s Produce took a few food bloggers (thank you for inviting me!) to Ojai to...
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Pixie Tangerine-Mascarpone Ice Cream Recipe
Pixie Tangerine Mascarpone Ice Cream Recipebright pixie tangerine flavors and vibrant colors, this is a perfect ice cream for spring.Prep Time: 24 hoursYield: Makes 1 quartIngredients:8 Ojai Pixie...
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Spiced Granola Breakfast Cookie Recipe
Spiced Granola Breakfast Cookie RecipeBy Valentina K. Wein on 04/03/2013These cookies are the best breakfast ever. Crunchy, delicious, sweet granola in a cookie.Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 15...
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Friday Flowers: Purple-Flowered Rock Rose and Iced Mocha Smoothie
Iced Mocha SmoothieBy Valentina K. Wein on 04/05/2013Ideal coffee drink for a warm day.Prep Time: 5 minutesYield: serves 2 to 4Ingredients:2 cups strong brewed coffee1 tablespoon cocoa1-1/4 cup coffee...
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles
Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles RecipeBy Valentina K. Wein on 04/11/2013best chocolate peanut butter truffles ever!Prep Time: 5 hoursYield: Makes 4 dozenIngredients:2 cups creamy, salted peanut...
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Honey Ginger Broiled Grapefruit Recipe
Remember the fantastic Organic Mixed Fruit Box from Melissa’s, that was waiting for me at my door a few weeks ago? The smooth and creamy avocados made their way into my favorite guacamole, the pears...
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Top 10 Gluten-Free Cookie Recipes
What’s a mom/chef to do when she learns that one of her children has Celiac Disease? She creates ten really delicious gluten-free cookie recipes, of course! ~ ~ ~ Let’s cut right to...
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Spiced Apricot Carrot Bread Recipe
Sweet or savory? What do you fancy in the morning? My choice is sweet — especially for an early breakfast. This is mostly because sweet goes so well with my perfect cup of coffee. I adore chunks of...
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Cinco de Mayo Recipes: Mexican Chocolate Crème Brûlée
My mom takes her desserts very seriously. Her desserts must be just the right flavor, texture and temperature. My mom adores custards, so when we’re in a Mexican restaurant she loves ending her meal...
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Friday Flowers: Santa Barbara Daisies and Kumquat Ginger Preserves
It really is good to be connected. If you know someone high up at the company where you want to work, it’ll likely help you get the job. If you know someone who’s an alumni from the college your son...
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Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes: Caramelized Red Onion Asparagus Frittata, and...
I think the mere act of sitting down to a brunch can be as decadent as the food served. Never mind “breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” I think brunch is the most important meal of the...
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Kampot Black Pepper Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
No matter how many times I read over something I’ve written, It’s still very likely that I’ll miss a typo or some grammatical error. Fortunately, my brother reads my posts every time I publish one,...
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Kerrygold Cashel Blue Grilled Peaches with Honey-Balsamic Glaze
So you know how I love one-pot meals? Well I’m learning that I also love one-fruit meals. (I totally made that term up — if you think of a better way to put it, please let me know.) You see, if a...
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Friday Flowers: Campanulas and Chocolate Almond Nougat Recipe {Gluten-Free}
My husband is the best! He runs out to get me frozen yogurt if I’m suddenly craving it at 9 or 10 PM while we’re relaxing on the couch. He always has my back. He’s the best, most fun, dad in the...
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Kahlùa Espresso Gelato Recipe
I was introduced to the flavor of coffee at a very early age, probably under ten-years-old. No, not in a mug with half and half! Rather, in pint-sized container of Häagen-Dazs coffee ice cream. You...
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Happy Father’s Day!
My dad with me exactly 11 years ago, on my wedding day . . . . and a couple of weeks ago with his two favorite dogs, me and my boys. My husband, the other best dad in the world. ~ ~ ~ Wishing...
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