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Mortadella Pear Skillet Pizza w Shaved Radicchio

September 19, 2022 No Comments

Monday is not typically associated with pizza. And I am in fact writing this post on a Monday. Why? Because I’m clearly a culinary rebel. Not really. I’m just disorganized. This recipe was supposed to come out on a Friday or a Saturday. Two evenings that are infinitely more suitable for a pizza party. But why? I mean, when you really think about it, pizza is an instant lift. A mood booster, a smile inducer if you will. Why waste pizza’s awesome powers on days that are in and of themselves exuberant and carefree? Wouldn’t it make more sense to deploy a pizza while you’re in the throws of Monday blahs? I think so. So here is today’s recipe – a Mortadella Pear Skillet Pizza with an extremely fluffy focaccia crust.

Salads, Sides, Vegetarian

Beet Pickled Cauliflower Salad

September 15, 2022 1 Comment

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I am slowly but surely embracing the coming fall. There was a chill in the air when I woke up this morning and I didn’t hate it. I felt awake and I got to wear my favorite leather jacket. People watching at this time of year is always so fun. There is literally no consensus on the proper seasonal attire. You might see one couple in jeans and turtlenecks and another in bike shorts and T-shirts. The in-between outfits are my favorite. Pairing a cable-knit sweater with flip-flops isn’t an easy sartorial feat but I’ve seen several people try. This is a season of transition. And today’s Beet Pickled Cauliflower Salad is the perfect transitional salad. It’s filled with earthy yet fresh flavors, seasonal produce, and nutty farro. It has weight and depth while still being a refreshing salad. So let’s get into it.

Snacks, Starters, Vegetarian

Roasted Red Pepper Labneh with Charred Corn

September 12, 2022 No Comments

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I realize we’re inching our way into fall and today’s Roasted Red Pepper Labneh with Charred Corn has summer written all over it but I don’t care. I can still sit comfortably on my back patio, and corn is sweeter and more plentiful than ever. And even the calendar is behind me. It’s summer until the 22nd and if current temperatures persist, I’m not even willing to accept that date as summer’s end. I’m not going to go on the ever-trendy tirade against pumpkin spice because I like pumpkin spice and I’m not against anything people find joy in. But I would like to live in this summery moment a little longer. So let’s temporarily banish thoughts of Halloween and dig into this labneh.

Cakes, Dessert

Pina Colada Tres Leches Cake

September 6, 2022 No Comments

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Summer may be winding down but I can’t help but serve up Tropical vibes in the form of this Pina Colada Tres Leches Cake. This lighter-than-air cake is pierced all over with a toothpick before being doused with coconut milk, whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, pineapple juice, and white rum. The cake is finished with a layer of lightly sweetened whipped cream and topped with shredded coconut, dried rose petals, and gold flakes. The gold is optional by the way but it is pretty and why say no to pretty? Let’s dive in!