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Bacon Wrapped Oysters

It’s hard to believe the year is almost over! New Year’s Eve is upon us – and so are the parties and plans. We used to go to low key parties, but I’ve never been able to stay awake until … Continue reading

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Saigon Crepes – Banh Xeo

I’m always looking for new things to eat and cook. I tried these at a restaurant and decided to give them a go. I little research, a little playing, and I came up with some Saigon crepes that were pretty … Continue reading

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Lemon Basil Greek Yogurt Cream Cheese

I don’t know about you, but when it’s hot, I don’t like to cook – or eat hot foods! We like to do sandwiches, salad bar, or just a tray of snacks. This Greek yogurt cheese is so easy to … Continue reading

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Frico Cheddar Straws – a Perfect garnish!

I love to play in the kitchen. I’ve seen frico (fried cheese crisps) made on cooking shows, but I’ve never made them – until now! These tasty little treats are so easy to make. I’ll be making them again for … Continue reading

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Ceviche – What is it?

What exactly is ceviche? Ceviche (also cebiche or seviche) is fish “cooked” in citrus (typically lemon or lime), then mixed with vegetables and aromatics and eaten like a salsa. I always thought it was a Mexican dish. We used to … Continue reading

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