Author Archives: Caroline

Cuban Picadillo

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Caroline

Visiting Cuba is on our “bucket list.” The sooner we can get there the better, as it seems that time may catch up with them after all. Have you seen travel shows and colorful images? All the streets are filled … Continue reading →

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Italian Sausage from Scratch

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Caroline

I do most of the daily cooking in our house. Often, I feel like a short-order cook making breakfast for myself and for the kids, and preparing lunches while I check what ingredients we have on hand for dinner. My … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownies

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Caroline

There are some recipes that nag at me because I can’t get them quite right. For years, my ideal cream cheese brownie recipe was just beyond my grasp. Finally, after dozens of tweaks, I have finalized a batch that properly … Continue reading →

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Spanakotiropitakia – Spinach and Feta Phyllo Triangles

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Caroline

In my book, there are a few important qualities that are needed in a perfect, passed appetizer. You should be able to do most of the work ahead so that when your guests arrive, you are able to greet them … Continue reading →

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Vanilla Marshmallows

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Caroline

Marshmallows are a happy food. They glue together Rice Krispies Treats®, float in hot cocoa and perch on the end of skewers around cozy campfires. Just thinking about the sweet, cloud-like cubes and their squishy texture probably brings a little … Continue reading →

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Honey Cinnamon Graham Crackers

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Caroline

We don’t eat many processed foods in our house. Though treats are plentiful, they are usually in the form of homemade baked goods. One regular exception is the famous blue box that lives in the lowest cupboard of the kitchen … Continue reading →

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Ginger Blondies

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Caroline

From the moment I first lined up my large collection of Spice Islands’ glass jars, I was titillated by the vibrant colors and textures of the various contents within. One particular jar entranced me with its possibilities – the Spice … Continue reading →

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Old-Fashioned Vanilla Pudding

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Caroline

As long as I can remember, I have loved vanilla puddings, custards and creams whether oozing out of doughnuts, inside crepes or layered between cake. As a child, we often ate packaged pudding for dessert, which I slurped off the … Continue reading →

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