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Michelle Abraham 25, Schaumburg

Michelle Abraham

25, Schaumburg

Server, graduate assistant

Cook of the Week: August 2010

What is your favorite ingredient and how do you like to use it? My newest favorite ingredient is cinnamon extract! It is amazing in a brownie.

Describe your style or approach to cooking. My style changes from dish to dish. If I知 looking for a visual effect or to impress someone I値l spend a lot of time and effort creating something awesome. If I知 just pleasing taste buds, I whip up delicious standard recipes, whether that includes store-bought short cuts or just adding different candy bars to a dessert.

Why do you want to be part of the Cook of the Week Challenge? I love a challenge and I love food. Although I知 an avid baker, I have been experimenting with more meal recipes and I壇 love to do the Cook of the Week Challenge to see what I知 made of.

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