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Crockpot Short Ribs and Sage Butter Mashed Potatoes

Posted on January 1, 2018 by how bout some cake

The temperature in DC has been below freezing for over a week, so these slow-cooked ribs really hit the spot.  They are hearty and delicious, stick-to-your-ribs filling but still fairly clean eating (well, except the potatoes). Perfect for a Sunday … Continue reading →

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Rooftop Dinner Party, Southern Style

Posted on May 27, 2016 by how bout some cake

It has been a painfully rainy Spring here in the DC area.  Almost every day I’ve woken up longing for the temperate, sunny weather I enjoyed in San Diego.  When we did finally get a momentary break from the drizzle, … Continue reading →

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Coffee Creme Brûlée

Posted on April 20, 2015 by how bout some cake

I’m fancy.  Oh, I’m fancy.  Because I made creme brûlée.  At home.  From scratch.  And it was delicious. Here’s my silky smooth, simple but chic recipe for coffee creme brûlée. Ingredients: (This recipe makes enough for about 3 people, depending … Continue reading →

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Skinny Bite Frittatas

Posted on March 31, 2014 by how bout some cake

Who knew that four ingredients and 30 minutes could make a week’s worth of delicious and healthy breakfasts?  Unless you’ve got a crowd on your hands, that is.  It would take a family of 5 less than 2 minutes to … Continue reading →

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Huevos Rancheros

Posted on January 3, 2014 by how bout some cake

Ever since moving to California, I’ve developed a voracious appetite for Mexican food.  I mean, I thought I loved tacos and cheese dip back East, but it turns out I was barely scratching the surface.  The East coast can keep … Continue reading →

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Cooking without Recipes: Chicken Parmesan

Posted on May 29, 2013 by how bout some cake

Chicken parmesan was one of the first things I ever learned to cook.  I learned by watching my mother prepare it for dinner (it’s a family favorite).  It’s so simple, and she made it so often, that she didn’t use … Continue reading →

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Rocky Road Cookies

Posted on March 11, 2013 by how bout some cake

I am going to make my coworkers so fat.  They’ll never know what hit them. I’ve finally found a disposal for all the baked goods I produce.  I first won them over with my cupcakes, but these rocky road cookies … Continue reading →

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Homemade Granola

Posted on January 12, 2013 by how bout some cake

This granola is good stuff.  And I wouldn’t lie to you. Until I started researching for this recipe, I didn’t realize that granola is one of those things you can kind of freestyle.  But it totally is- you can switch … Continue reading →

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Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Balsamic Glaze

Posted on December 24, 2012 by how bout some cake

Guys, huddle in.  This recipe’s a home run. These little nibbles are deliciously savory and easy to make.  All you need is goat cheese, dates, bacon, and balsamic vinegar- that’s only 4 ingredients!  More specifically: 1 lb. Medjool Dates 1 … Continue reading →

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Posted on October 30, 2012 by how bout some cake

Confession time: I don’t like vegetables. Or at least, I don’t like a lot of vegetables. Carrots, peas, green beans, cauliflower, and sweet potato are just a few things on my yuck list. But there’s one oddball exception: Brussels sprouts. … Continue reading →

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