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Quinoa Felafel

Falafel Flavored Quinoa Burgers

June 24, 2012 | 21 Comments

The leftover dilemma arrives every week.  Some time between lunch and dinner time on Sunday I realize the fridge is full of food but I don’t want to re-eat Friday night dinner for the next...

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No matter how much I enjoy a salad, I can never create it.  When you say “salad” I hear “chopped Israeli salad” even though I know very well that there is no limit to the...

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Raw Zucchini Salad

June 6, 2012 | 25 Comments

Summer as an adult is bitter-sweet.  The days are brighter, warmer and longer while the evenings quickly fill up with BBQ, outdoor concerts and pool parties.  School is out and it’s the season of fun...

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Warm Polenta and Chick Pea Salad

May 21, 2012 | 5 Comments

Moving house takes it out of you, but in the six weeks that have passed since we saw our now-home for the first time, we’ve accomplished a lot.  Those accomplishments have not been culinary!  Thanks...

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chickpeas soaking in water

How to Make Authentic Hummus

May 10, 2012 | 10 Comments

For the record, I can't stand most store-purchased hummus with Trader Joe's being a notable exception.  I take my hummus recipe seriously.  Five and a half years in Israel will do that to you, especially when you...

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How To Make Smoked Salt

February 13, 2012 | 3 Comments

My wife is away on business, my son is sleeping, the snow outside is melting, and my kitchen is flooding.  I’m assured that the plumber will be here before 10pm but in the meantime, all...

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Whole Wheat Pretzel Dough Slider Buns

Whole Wheat Pretzel Dough Slider Buns

December 27, 2011 | 8 Comments

Fairly often, I’ll open the fridge, stare at the shelves and wonder what to make.  Elaborate menus ideas will fly through my mind before I snap back to reality and remember I just about have...

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What a week it’s been… an award nomination, giveaway and a guest post.  Welcome to all my new followers and subscribers, and congratulations to Anne – there’s a Dancing Deer Signature Brownie & Cookie Medley...

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