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Moroccan Preserved Meyer Lemons

Every year around this time, I begin to hoard Meyer lemons.  Unless you’re lucky enough to have a backyard citrus tree, Meyer lemons start appearing in stores in January.  You’ll continue to see them in February, and maybe even early … Continue reading

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Summer’s Not Over Yet Quinoa Tabouleh Salad

Summer vacation is over.  It was bound to happen at some point.  I’m back to wearing real shoes.  ”Big girl shoes”, as my co-worker at school calls them.  The days of my requisite summer uniform of flip flops and gardening … Continue reading

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Moroccan Lentil Soup

My husband and I met a friend downtown last Friday for drinks.  I’m not high maintenance by most standards, but it took me about 40 minutes and two outfit changes to switch over from teacher-mode to going out mode.  The … Continue reading

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Walnut Cigars and a “Measure-less Monday”

    The turning of the new year is a time for renewal, self-improvement, and un-attainable goals.  I should be making New Years resolutions…but instead I’m making dessert. I enter the new year a little nervous, but hopeful for all … Continue reading

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