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Christmas Olives with Kumquats

Whenever I think of my friend Leslie, I think of bright sunny colors, much like the orange and yellow hues...

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Palmiers

Palmiers, those sweet and buttery little puff pastry caramelized treats are perfect for tea time or afternoon coffee. If you...

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Mushroom Pate

Cooking with friends and sharing and swapping recipes is one of my favorite things, especially during the holidays. My friend...

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Meyers Lemon Squares with Sea Salt and Olive...

Lemon curd baked on a layer of my favorite shortbread crust is known as a lemon square or lemon bar....

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Minestrone

I bet I know what you are thinking. Minestrone, a thin watery, tomatoey soup, with limp overcooked vegetables. Not this...

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Pimento Cheese

Pimento cheese, sometimes known as the “pate of the south,” is frequently served at weddings, any occasion parties, and even...

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Roasted Red Pepper and Satsuma Ensalada

This ensalada, or salad, is typically served in southern Spain in the area of Andalucia. I am enjoying a bumper...

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Ya Ka Mein

The mysterious ya ka mein. When I am looking for comfort and something lighter after gorging on rich holiday fare...

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Louisiana Blood Orange, Navel Orange, Feta and Mint...

This sweet and salty salad adds a touch of seasonal fall color to the table. I like to think of...

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Smoked Turkey and Sausage Gumbo

What is your remedy to cure the day after Thanksgiving exhaustion? My favorite part of the Thanksgiving holiday is creating...

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Oysters Mosca

Mosca’s, an unpretentious New Orleans institution since 1946, is a Louisiana Creole Italian restaurant in a remote area of the...

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Indian Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes

I think that I have finally outgrown baked sweet potatoes with marshmallow topping that is served at our family table...

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