Strawberries are starting to appear (organic ones too) in the markets in and around Seattle, which is a sure sign of spring for me. Being a berry fiend, I have already started to think beyond strawberry slushies and smoothies.
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I had plans for a cookie recipe using buckwheat flour, but Susan left me a message asking if I tried adding cocoa to the cinnamon cookie recipe, and I have to admit that I became curious. So I've left the buckwheat cookie recipe in draft mode, in favor of posting this cinnamon cocoa cookie.
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Years ago, in a Mexican restaurant in Cambridge, MA, I ordered a salad and really wanted some honey mustard dressing to top it off. "No luck" said the waiter. But he did indulge me. He brought me a jar of honey and some mustard. I mixed them together at the table, and to my surprise it came out great.
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After success with the red lentil soup, I wanted to see what the French green lentils would taste like. The result is a tasty, hardy soup, with a lot of character.
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Happy Valentines Day, almost. And happy birthday to M! If you like cranberries, you'll appreciate this cake. It is very similar to the upside down apple cake, with the added tartness of the cranberries.
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Here is a tip to watch what could be a monumental wish for our planet and our food.
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