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Chai-Spiced Morning Glory Muffins
It's strange, but for someone who is self-employed, I struggle to find time to sit down for a "real" breakfast. That doesn't mean I'm not...
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Laurel
Feb 10, 20232 min read
Chocolate & Rose Spice Cupcakes
Maybe it's the upcoming Valentine's Day holiday. Maybe I just really love chocolate and my Rose Spice Blend together. I mean, there's my...
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Laurel
Jan 31, 20233 min read
Spicy Turmeric Pickled Cauliflower
I don't know about you, but I don't think I've met a pickle I didn't love. Kosher Dill, Bread & Butter, Spicy, or Cornichon; I'm here for...
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Laurel
Jan 24, 20233 min read
Pancetta & Brussels Sprouts Mac & Cheese
Everyone loves Mac & Cheese. I mean, how could you not? And although I am totally on board with the traditional...
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Laurel
Jan 17, 20233 min read
Linguine and Clams
Growing up in Coastal Southern California, seafood is pretty much in my bloodstream, and even though we don't grow clams locally, one of...
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Laurel
Jan 10, 20232 min read
Lemony Grilled Potato and Burrata Flatbreads
This recipe for Lemony Grilled Potato and Burrata Flatbreads originated, as a fair number of my recipes do, from a frantic late afternoon...
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Laurel
Dec 27, 20222 min read
Easy Spicy Pesto and Romanesco Pasta
I don't know about you, but as December comes to a close and January draws near I find myself gathering recipes that are both easy and...
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Laurel
Oct 25, 20222 min read
Smoky Beef, Bacon & Three-Bean Chili
I am firmly of the belief that you can never - and I mean never - have too many chili recipes in your collection. Whether made with beef,...
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Laurel
Oct 18, 20223 min read
Cider-Braised Chicken
Call it cliche or basic or whatever, but I. LOVE. AUTUMN. I love the chilly nights and still-warm days. I love the changing colors of the...
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Laurel
Oct 11, 20222 min read
Chai-Spiced Banana Crumb Muffins
We've all been there. You bought a beautiful bunch o' bananas because you had every intention of making a banana part of your daily diet....
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Laurel
May 3, 20223 min read
Seafood Boil
April in Southern California marks the beginning of Rock Crab season, and I can think of no better way to celebrate than by doing a...
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Laurel
Apr 14, 20223 min read
Five-Chile Relajo Beef Enchiladas
I recently saw a meme that said, "I don't know the secret to happiness, but I'll tell you what. I've never been sad at a Mexican...
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Laurel
Mar 4, 20222 min read
Cajun Jambalaya
While I'm generally a pasta girl, there are certain rice-based dishes that occupy a special place in my heart (and belly) - Paella (like...
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Laurel
Feb 18, 20222 min read
Mojo Grilled Snapper
Looking for a meal that looks and feels fancy but actually takes, like, NO time and minimal effort to throw together? Grill a whole fish!...
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Laurel
Feb 8, 20222 min read
Rose Spice Chocolate Heart Cakes
I know it's an over-the-top cliche, but there is just something iconic about the combination of roses, chocolate, and hearts, right?...
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Laurel
Feb 4, 20222 min read
Roasted Lemon Pepper Broccoli Soup with Cheddar Toasts
Every season is soup season in our house, but we like to keep our soups seasonal, like this Roasted Broccoli Soup with Cheddar Toasts....
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Laurel
Feb 2, 20223 min read
English Garden Olive Oil Rosebud Cakes
While I am not generally big on sweets, I do enjoy baking, especially when I can find ways to put my own twist on a recipe. This one is a...
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Laurel
Jan 24, 20223 min read
Roasted Beet and Carrot Salad with Ras el Hanout Dressing
One thing I love about winter produce is that much of it readily lends itself to advance meal prep. Instead of delicate herbs and greens...
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Laurel
Jan 21, 20221 min read
Marinated Celery Salad
I'm not going to lie to you. I'm not the biggest fan of celery. I mean, I think it's an important ingredient - essential even - to many a...
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Laurel
Jan 19, 20222 min read
Herby Chicken and Feta Meatballs
True or false: Meatballs are better than meatloaf. If you answered "True" then you are my people, and you have come to the right place....
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