Monthly Archives: November 2010

All I Want for Christmas – Cookbook Finds

Posted on November 23, 2010 by Laurie

For years, I stopped buying cookbooks and other food related books.  I had already acquired so many-too many.  After moving to the East Coast for culinary school, I needed to keep my costs and belongings to a minimum.  I was … Continue reading →

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The Pie Crust Survival Guide: Make Your Best Pie Crust

Posted on November 22, 2010 by Laurie

It’s the Monday before Thanksgiving and you’re stressing about the pies you will be baking for Thursday’s feast.  You’re considering buying your pies instead of making them because the crust never comes out right.  Or you might be planning to … Continue reading →

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Quince Mince

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Laurie

Every day this week I’ve walked into the house to the perfumed air of quince.  To me, it’s vanilla, pineapple, pear – maybe some apple too.  I can say unequivocally that quince isn’t like anything you’ve ever smelled – ever.  … Continue reading →

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Caramels

Posted on November 9, 2010 by Laurie

All about soft caramels and a chocolate caramel recipe using Theo Chocolate. Continue reading →

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