Food
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California Chardonnay sheds oak, wins fansOct 20, 2009 11:00 pm - I have a confession: I'm beginning to like California Chardonnay. Maybe it's the vintage. The currently available 2007s are lush yet refreshing, with layers of fruit fla...
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'Secret ingredient' makes scallops singOct 20, 2009 11:00 pm - Infused vinegars are a new favorite "secret ingredient" of ours for quickly elevating an ordinary dinner to extraordinary status. Whether flavored with figs, raspberries...
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Pumpkins aren't just for pies and they're healthy
Oct 20, 2009 11:00 pm - Pumpkins aren't just an icon of Halloween. They also are a sign of healthy eats. Like carrots, pumpkins are loaded with the antioxidant beta-carotene, potassium and fibe...
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Pan-Seared Sea Scallops with Pear-Infused Balsamic ReductionOct 20, 2009 11:00 pm - 8 sea scallops (about 11/3 pounds total), defrosted if frozen 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vegetable oil Salt and pepper, to taste Balsamic reduction ½ cup ...
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A fresh-Mex take on a familiar favorites
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So many pumpkin dishes to choose from, so little timeOct 20, 2009 11:00 pm - Pumpkin pie is soooo passe. When there's creme brulee, lattes, bagel bites, beer, ravioli and more made with this fall fruit (yes, it has seeds so it's a fruit), why wou...
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Beef BurgundyOct 20, 2009 11:00 pm - 2 tablespoons butter 1 pound cubed lean beef ¼ cup all-purpose flour 4 large carrots, peeled, halved lengthwise, and cut into quarters 1 cup thinly sliced onion 1 cup ...
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Nancy Smith makes Crunchy Honey-Mustard TilapiaOct 20, 2009 11:00 pm - What should you do when a dozen cordial glasses appear on your front porch one morning, lined up next to the daily newspaper? Throw a cordial party, of course, with fanc...
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Crunchy Honey-Mustard TilapiaOct 20, 2009 11:00 pm - 4 tilapia fillets (4-5 ounces each) 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons soy sauce 2 teaspoons grated orange rind ¾ cup lightly crushed cornflakes...
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Chocolate-Raspberry Cookies And CreamOct 20, 2009 11:00 pm - 3 cups frozen raspberries, thawed, divided 5 tablespoons sugar, divided Few drops lemon juice Pinch salt ⅔ cup heavy cream ⅓ cup creme fraiche (see Cook's note) 21 Fam...