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{Tips & Tricks} Cleaning Leeks

You might have seen these lovely vegetables in the grocery store and wondered what they are. These beautifully green stalks of goodness are known as leeks. Leeks have thick, cylindrical stalks with a bulbous root and flat leaves. They are related to onions, garlic, scallions and shallots and add such a delicious hint of flavor…

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Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins with Hazelnut Crumb Topping

I spent the past six days in one of the most fascinating cities: New York. The energy, people, fashion and sights were all so inspiring and as soon as I sat down on the bus to head home to D.C. yesterday, a revived sense of motivation washed over me. Walking around the city, meeting amazing…

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{Tips & Tricks} Valentine’s Day Recipe Roundup

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and you know what that means…flowers and chocolates galore…for everyone else, that is. You see, my husband and I don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day. I’ve never been a fan of the color pink, I’m not huge into hearts and even though I’m a hugger, I’m not into lovey-doveyness. Let’s…

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{Tips & Tricks} Cooking with Wine

Usually when people think of wine and food they think of pairing…but what about cooking? When it comes to wine and cooking, just the simple thought of it sets fear in the minds of many. They often think that only top chefs can master this task. Would you believe me if I told you that…

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Bleu Cheese and Tomato Puff Pastry Tarts

I don’t love very many frozen items but when it comes to frozen puff pastry dough, I cannot get enough. I always keep a few sheets of this dough in my freezer just in case I need to throw together a quick appetizer or dessert. This dough is so versatile and can be used to…

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Super Bowl Recipe Roundup

Are you into football? If not, are you into food? Football and food lovers everywhere are prepping for the big Super Bowl weekend as they buy decor in their team’s colors and start prepping hearty, filling recipes that will be enjoyed all throughout the day on Sunday. Casual and hearty foods are the name of…

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Who is your favorite Food Network chef? Mine, hands down, is Ina Garten. I love her…and her kitchen…and her house…and her town…and her love for her husband (Hi, Jeffrey)…and, well, this list could go on forever. What I also love about Ina is that she prepares countless recipes that only require a few “good” ingredients…

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