Food
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On the fridge: Fried egg dinner in 25 minutesJul 11, 2013 6:00 am - Perhaps you're thinking the title of the book (see below) and the title of this dish don't quite add up. Crack open the book, though, and the intent becomes clearer. It'...
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Shishito peppers: From hipster menus to your grillJul 11, 2013 6:00 am - Never had shishito peppers? You need to track them down. Right now. First, a primer, then I’ll explain why. Shishito peppers are small, thin Japanese peppers. They look ...
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Itasca dad takes the cake, and $250,000, to win baking reality showJul 10, 2013 3:00 pm - With popcorn-topped meringue pavlovas, mascarpone blueberry tartlettes and a peanut butter mousse-filled cake roll, Itasca's Brian Emmett proved Wednesday night he's Ame...
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Food truck festival at Arlington Park on SaturdayJul 10, 2013 10:15 am - Gourmet grilled cheese, Jamaican jerk chicken, tiramisu cupcakes — all served from a truck. Visitors to Arlington Park will be able to buy these tasty treats and more at...
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Better-Than-A-Restaurant’s Asian Chicken SaladJul 10, 2013 6:00 am - Dressing ¼ cup good-quality soy sauce 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar 2 tablespoons slightly-thickened warm chicken broth (see note) 2 teaspoons peanut oil (or o...
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Good wine: Greek wines holding their ownJul 10, 2013 6:00 am - By Mary Ross What do Australian shiraz, German riesling, California chardonnay, merlot and (I fear soon) pinot noir have in common? Each is a victim of its own success. ...
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Spicy Broccoli With Salami and Fried EggJul 10, 2013 6:00 am - Kosher salt Generous 2 cups broccoli florets (6 ounces total) 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic 2 ounces good-quality salami ½ teaspoon crushed red pe...
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More wines coming out in support of gay marriageJul 10, 2013 6:00 am - SAN FRANCISCO — Wineries are coming out loud and proud in their support of gay marriage. They’re putting it right on the label. “Little by little, we’re breaking down th...
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Frugal living: Freezing fruits and using up pastaJul 10, 2013 6:00 am - Q. I love all your freezer tips and have used many. I bought bags of lemons and limes on sale and have frozen the juice in ice-cube trays, but how can I freeze the zest ...
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A fresh — and refreshing — take on iced coffeeJul 10, 2013 6:00 am - Simply put, I love coffee. My morning coffee is my favorite part of the day. I even travel with a mini espresso maker so that all my mornings can start with a steaming s...