January 2010

Spaghetti Carbonara

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I think it’s amazing what some simple ingredients combined together can result in and this dish has always been a favorite of mine. I remember making it for my family when I was barely in my teens and nothing has really changed, well not much has changed.

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Warm Spinach Mascarpone Dip

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I only discovered Mascarpone Cheese in the past couple of years but love the creamy element that adds something special to so many recipes when used in place of cream cheese, sour cream or even mayonnaise. I saw this post from Steamy Kitchen right before the New Years holiday and just had to serve it [...]

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Boysenberry Buttercream Macarons

Tell me…why did I decide to do this again? After two tries with these delicate French treats that were less than totally successful, I’m wondering that right now.

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Chicken Scallopini with Lemon, Garlic and Pine Nuts

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After weeks of holiday cookies and other indulgences, it seems the first of the year is time for a fresh start.

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Butter Rum Cake

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I love this cake and although not necessarily considered a holiday cake, it is considered OUR holiday cake! I made it for a New Year’s Eve party I hosted last week. I promised dessert and this is a quick and easy dessert with fabulous results!

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