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Chickpeas

The Best Grilled Cheese Sandwich

April 10, 2010
grilled cheese sandwich

Everyone says that, don’t they? I’m sure you do too. Don’t you think your grilled cheese sandwich is the best grilled cheese that was ever made? I know I do. You know what else everyone says? That their macaroni and cheese recipe is the. best. ever. It’s the first thing people tell me when I [...]

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Creamy Polenta Soup with Chickpea Croutons

January 11, 2010
Polenta Soup

Call me polentone all you want. There’s nothing more soothing or nourishing in my pantry than a big bag of polenta. A mélange of bitter greens – chard, dandelions, Tuscan kale – homemade chicken stock and green garlic make this a thick and creamy bowl of comfort.

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Summer BBQ Recipes

June 21, 2009

Grab your tongs and a few hunks of meat. It’s summer and time to grill. People love barbecues. But next time you host a cookout, do your guests and their arteries a favor by skipping dried-out burgers and nitrate-laden dogs. Opt instead for fresh vegetables, high-quality meats and homemade salads, sans the mayo. No-knead bread [...]

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California Paella

May 18, 2009

This may upset a few people. Before I even say it, I’m going to apologize up front because I do not mean any disrespect. The thing is, I’ve traveled through Spain, I’ve been to Valencia, and I was not impressed with the paella. That sounds crazy, doesn’t it? Logically, it would mean that I just [...]

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Prawns, Pancetta & Spring Onions

March 3, 2009

I've been on a pork kick lately, which is strange because only a few months ago I wouldn't touch the stuff. I blame it on turning 30. My inspiration for this dish came from the classic Italian combination of leeks with pancetta – but spring onions' short season, I opted for their lighter flavor instead. [...]

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