tossed greens with grape and sage vinaigrette

March 1, 2010

let’s just say, since wil’s baking class, we’ve been on a bit of a detox from baked goods. our freezer was literally overflowing when you’d open the door, and we’ve been spoiled with making sandwiches on bagels, crossiants and french bread (it’s hard to think about going back to plain sliced wheat bread). at one [...]

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when life gives you lemons

February 18, 2010
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One of the surprisingly pleasant things about being in the midst of personal financial hardship is that I’ve learned to produce something delicious and exciting with whatever is on sale at the grocery store that week.  I know Wil and Kris have been experiencing some of the same the same financial woes that we have, [...]

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bread basket

February 4, 2010

a study in bread this week. can’t wait for wil to teach me, and for us to pass along to you, but that won’t happen for a few months… needless to say, our freezer is stocked.

basic scone with raspberries and slivered almonds

pain originale, as classic french baguette

fennel & black pepper crackers & pain originale as [...]

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use what you have

January 31, 2010
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winter is synonymous with hearty stews, pot roasts and comfort food. as much as i look forward to beautiful summertime tomatoes and berries, fresh salads and grilled meats, i am just as happy to sit down with a warm bowl of hearty goodness. winter also goes hand in hand with staying inside, keeping cozy, and [...]

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an afternoon

January 28, 2010
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sometimes it’s refreshing when there is nothing on tv, and there are no new blogs to catch up with….because it forces me to choose a better way to spend my time when i’m holed up in our apartment while wil is at work or school. usually, baking is the next on the list as a [...]

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