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Easy Potato and Fennel Soup with Parsley Pistou

Posted on February 5, 2017 by

This hearty and homey soup is super rich and creamy, even though it’s completely dairy free. Even better, it’s quick enough to make on a weeknight! The pistou adds a little spicy brightness. Serves 4 to 6 3 T. olive … Continue reading →

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Delicata Squash Gratin

Posted on October 13, 2016 by

Delicata squash is a favorite of mine not just for its subtle, nutty flavor, but for the fact that the peel is so thin you can eat it!  It’s so nice to be able to skip the peeling step in … Continue reading →

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Apple Fritters

Posted on September 26, 2016 by

Apple Fritters I love making breakfast on the weekends, but I was getting tired of the same old pancakes.  These fritters made a great change of pace.  They are a cinch to make.  All it is is a pancake batter … Continue reading →

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Fresh Tomato Pesto

Posted on August 22, 2016 by

When the tomatoes are ripe and get that intense flavor of summer I love to come up with different uses for them.  This is an uncooked sauce that can be tossed with any type of pasta.  We used it for … Continue reading →

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Easy Ahi Poke

Posted on August 16, 2016 by

Portland food trends come and go, but I hope the luscious poke I see on menus everywhere is here to stay! If you haven’t tried poke (say poh-kay), I really encourage you to give it a go.  It has a … Continue reading →

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Spicy Broccoli Slaw

Posted on May 30, 2016 by

This broccoli slaw makes a great accompaniment to burgers and dogs on the grill.  The kick comes from onion and cayenne pepper.  This would also make a great condiment for grilled brats or tacos. 1 T. vegetable oil 1/2 t. … Continue reading →

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Root Beer Teriyaki Kabobs

Posted on May 17, 2016 by

Root beer works as a terrific marinade for beef.  Not only does it tenderize\ a less expensive cut, but it creates little caramelized edges when cooked. It’s an easy marinade to throw together, and could be used with pork or … Continue reading →

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