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Archives for October 2011

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies: Baking With Sammy

October 30, 2011 By Laura 5 Comments

During the years I lived in State College, PA, I saw many pumpkin whoopie pies for sale.  And for some reason I always stared longingly but talked myself out of buying.  I have no idea why–some misguided attempt to be healthy?–but whatever the reason I had never made nor eaten whoopie pies before Sammy’s and… 

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Filed Under: cakes, cookies, cream cheese, fall spices, kids cooking, misc. dessert, molasses, pumpkin

Curried Fish Chowder

October 27, 2011 By Laura 2 Comments

I have never eaten chowder before.  (I’ll wait a moment and let that sink in.)  I realize this is weird given that A. I love soup; B. I lived in Boston for 2 years as an adult and C. I pride myself on my wide palate.  But creamy soups are not always my favorite and… 

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Filed Under: curry powder, fish, peas, potatoes, seafood, soup

Salted Cacao Nib Brittle

October 24, 2011 By Laura 7 Comments

I don’t know about you, but in this house it is never too soon to start thinking about the holidays! Not playing Christmas music or anything, but thinking about what cookies I will bake, what decorations will go up, what candies I will try this year.  Not that this brittle cannot be made any time… 

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Filed Under: cacao nibs, candy, chocolate

Ground Beef Tortilla Casserole Verde: Cooking on the Fly

October 20, 2011 By Laura 6 Comments

I am always so impressed by blogs that are devoted to one thing.  Baking, bread, curries, sandwiches, etc.  It is my understanding from speaking to a publicist that this kind of blog is more likely to be chosen to write a cookbook, as it has a niche, but I am boggled by these writers’ ability… 

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Filed Under: beef, casseroles, ground beef, Mexican dishes, tomatillos, tortilla dishes

S’Mores Bars Take 1: Baking with Sammy

October 14, 2011 By Laura 6 Comments

I see S’More bars everywhere and am always curious about them and just how much could they actually taste like S’Mores anyway.  The answer, so far at least after 2 recipes, is a bit but not a ton.  The first recipe I am not ready to share because it was super sweet and I think… 

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Filed Under: bar cookies, chocolate, kids cooking, misc. dessert, oats

Milk Chocolate Bundt Cake Glazed with Milk Chocolate Ganache: Baking With Sammy & Amelia

October 11, 2011 By Laura 10 Comments

I’ve never experienced such a dichotomy between the subject of my post and trying to write the post.  I don’t know why this did not photograph well, but words cannot express how delicious this was.  It was gorgeous and delectable in person and looked kinda purple on film. 

Filed Under: bundt cakes, cakes, chocolate, cookbooks, kids cooking, reviews

Peanut Butter Bean and Veggie Stew

October 2, 2011 By Laura 3 Comments

Fall weather is here!  I love fall, it is my favorite season.  I love fall food: soups, stews, braises, I am a huge college football fan (Go Maize & Blue!), I would live in jeans year round if I could, and

Filed Under: beans, corn, peanut butter, peanuts, stews, tomatoes, vegetarian, zucchini

Hi! I’m Laura and I am a recovering history major who has re-channeled all of my passion for learning about the history of different countries to learning about their food culture. That doesn’t mean every dish on here is strictly authentic, but it does mean that even my adaptations are not undertaken lightly. My goal is to show you–by doing–that these dishes are possible in your kitchen. Including desserts because I have quite the sweet tooth! Read More…

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