Penny Kazmier
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Culinary adventures take many forms — an actual trip is a bonusMay 18, 2016 6:00 am - I've learned a culinary adventurer can take on many forms. Embarking on a new recipe containing an ingredient never used before, participating in a cooking class, or exp...
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No matter the label, pea pesto is chip worthyApr 18, 2016 11:00 pm - When I think of pesto, I immediately envision a deep green, flavorful sauce, typically made from basil, and used to add a punch of flavor to pasta. You can imagine my c...
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Smoked salmon torte makes a wow centerpiece for EasterMar 16, 2016 6:00 am - Ham, deviled eggs, and roasted asparagus are usually on our Easter dinner menu, but this year we are having brunch instead, and while some of our dinner items will make ...
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My birthday cake: Chocolate Stout CakeFeb 18, 2016 5:00 am - February is a special month for me, not because of Valentine's Day or school holidays, but because my birthday is this month, tomorrow to be exact. And what birthday is ...
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In the U.K., the Branston Pickle adds crunchy, savory kick to sandwichesJan 19, 2016 5:00 am - You can find Branston Pickles in the U.S. at some Mariano's, World Market stores, at Amazon.com and other online retailers. Call your grocer to first ask if the stor...
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Culinary adventures: Never Fail Fudge a foolproof family traditionDec 08, 2015 4:55 am - By Penny Kazmier As a child, the arrival of the white jar with the red lid and blue label full of sticky sweetness, also known as Marshmallow Fluff, was always a sign th...
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Looking for a turkey twist? Try a roasted chicken rollNov 17, 2015 4:00 am - As a child, I could tell Thanksgiving was approaching without looking at a calendar, because my mom would start saving dried heels of bread, or the ends of a loaf, for h...
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Culinary Adventures: Nutty Steph's granola empire born in BarringtonOct 14, 2015 6:00 am - I recently learned of the culinary adventure taken by a friend, Jaquelyn Rieke. Her taste buds, and business mind, led her to open Nutty Steph's, where she hand-crafts m...
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Traveling in search of a perfect toasted cheeseSep 16, 2015 5:00 am - As chilly fall days approach I can't imagine anything more comforting than a warm and gooey grilled cheese sandwich with a hot bowl of tomato soup. The old standby, butt...
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What to do with all those tomatoes? Penne alla Vecchia Bettola, of courseSep 09, 2015 6:00 am - It seemed like a good idea at the time … multiple four packs of tomato plants from my local garden-center, after all they were on sale. Now ripe tomatoes of all shapes a...