Monthly Archives: November 2006

November 30, 2006

God Bless Jim Lahey and The New York Times

A few weeks ago, I read the article on No-Knead Bread by Mark Bittman with interest and a vague sense of disbelief. His claim, that it was possible to make artisan quality bread with a dense toothy crumb and a … Continue reading →

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November 29, 2006

Are you ready for some truffle love?

Check out the Sugar High Friday #25 Round-Up I am constantly astounded by all of the culinary talent out there in cyberspace these days.  Looking at the beautiful, original, and artfully presented food musings of other bloggers inevitably inspires me … Continue reading →

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November 28, 2006

My Ocean Spray Cranberry Conspiracy Theory

Am I crazy, or has ocean spray taken to hybridizing their cranberries? Homemade cranberry sauce and fresh cranberry relish are key components of my family’s Thanksgiving dinner. This year, due to an impulsive (but excellent) decision to make Orangette’s Cranberry … Continue reading →

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November 27, 2006

My Life in Food

Last week, I took Sam up on a challenge to photograph everything that I ate beginning Monday, November 20th until I went to bed on Sunday, November 26th. I didn’t think about it for long before agreeing because it sounded … Continue reading →

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November 24, 2006

Sugar High Friday #25: Mexican Chocolate Truffles

Thank you Passionate Cook for hosting this event. Since Mexico is widely credited with bringing chocolate to the world, I thought I would head south of the border for the inspiration for my truffles. These are not your mama’s truffles … Continue reading →

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November 23, 2006

Happy Thanskgiving

I am so excited I can’t wait to get back into the kitchen today. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. What is not to love about a day that is solely devoted to food and sharing time with the people that … Continue reading →

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November 22, 2006

Orangette’s Cranberry Chutney

Cranberry Chutney with Crystallized Ginger and Dried Cherries Check back later today for a full description of the yumminess. But in the meanwhile, on the off chance that you have not yet made your cranberry sauce for tomorrow, you should … Continue reading →

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November 22, 2006

Five-Spice Molasses Glazed Pork Loin

This picture is part of the “Everything I Eat” Challenge that Sam is running over at Becks and Posh. Oh, if only I could explain to you how much I love pork. I’m not sure if it is my Slovenian-American … Continue reading →

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