Note: This is more of an idea than a recipe, but the recipe provided does make for a satisfying and delicious snack in a pinch.
Recently, I’ve had several run ins that have made me realize and truly appreciate the beauty of a well stocked pantry. The other night, Matt requested my meatloaf (a constant favorite [...]

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When I was a student at the CIA, I loved looking at the giant containers of spices in each kitchen – seemingly huge compared to those tiny bottles normally purchased at the grocery store. When I did a costing assignment, I was floored to see how expensive those giant jars were (understandably so, when you [...]

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This dish was born out of needing to use up a few fridge staples and a desire to make something a little unusual for dinner. Stuffing the chicken breasts we had seemed to be a delicious solution, and it was. I stuffed it with deliciously garlicky mixture of spinach, cheese, and peppadew peppers, and topped [...]

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I was feeling homesick over the weekend. But rather than mope around, I decided to be proactive. I gave into the homesickness, and spent the morning listening to music and baking bread. This loaf was delicious and turned out beautifully, but it takes time. Trust me, though, it’s well worth it. It’s great for sandwiches, [...]

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I don’t know why I’ve held off talking about my newest piece of equipment: an immersion blender! Before I gush too much about how amazing this addition has been to my kitchen, let me say that it is all of the following: inexpensive (around $30), small (easy to store), and infinitely useful. Now I puree [...]

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