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Gouda-Dill Gougères with Smoked Salmon

Gouda-Dill Gougères with Smoked Salmon A twist from traditional gruyere with chives, these are flavored with gouda and dill. They are perfect right out of the oven but serving them with smoked salmon and accoutrements elevates them to superstar status. One would think that a teeny tiny patch ... Read More

Filipino Pancit Canton (and How to Velvet Chicken)

Filipino Pancit Canton (and How to Velvet Chicken) Velveting is a Chinese technique used in stir-fry dishes that leaves meat succulent even after frying. It works well in this classic Filipino noodle dish. Recalling a lunch room conversation with an office mate nearly twenty five years ago I'm ... Read More

Umami-Packed Edamame

Umami-Packed Edamame A handful of ingredients is all you need to give edamame a huge umami punch. An old friend paid us a visit recently and as all conversations go around here, the subject eventually turned to food. "You have to go to Kemuri in Redwood City," he said. "Better yet, I'll ... Read More

Ground Turkey and Vegetable Soup

Ground Turkey and Vegetable Soup This is a reliable soup recipe that comes together easily and is loaded with flavor. Use your favorite ground meat and any leafy vegetable you have available. I've been hanging on to this soup recipe for a week while an epic tug of war between the sun and ... Read More

Skillet Banana Bread, Cornbread Style

Skillet Banana Bread, Cornbread Style Here is a new banana bread recipe to try. Whole grain with olive oil, corn meal and baked cornbread style, this will give the classic a run for its money. My husband and I have been home for a few days from our visit to Maui. It was a last-minute ... Read More

Ahi (Tuna) Poke Bowl

Ahi (Tuna) Poke Bowl If you're looking for light, bright, fresh and colorful, this poke bowl is your answer. I hear Mother Nature has been giving everyone at home a taste of spring lately. Warm weather and not a drop of rain. Well, in case my neighbors are wondering where the rain clouds ... Read More

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