Hello, young Padawan I’ve been hiding something from you for almost a decade, an absolutely crazy culinary secret, but today I’m going to reveal it to you. It’s the best lasagna recipe in the universe, in all modesty, of course, you know me, lol. I’ve been making it for over 25 years, and I get asked for it almost every time I make…
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“It is always in what is more difficult that art and virtue consist; for it is in this that good is truly better.” Aristotle, Nicomachean Ethics. Hello, young Padawan Tzatziki and olive oil, of course, but also black olives, yogurt, feta cheese, and pita bread are all Greek delights that are enjoyed by many. But did you know that the…
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Hello, young Padawan With autumn and cooler temperatures come colds, flu, and other winter ailments, but there’s no point in letting coughs and runny noses overwhelm you. For today’s post, I’m offering you a simple and effective recipe to help you navigate this cold season and stay in shape. I’ve already published a recipe for golden milk on the blog as part…
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Hello, young Padawan After years of searching for a way to talk to you about the books I’ve loved without telling you about them—that is, without killing the suspense, without revealing too much, but still giving you enough to get a feel for the subject and make you want to read it—I can’t stop doing it now. Indeed, based on your feedback,…
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Hello, young padawan Today, we’re going to treat ourselves. Bell peppers, a summer vegetable that still proudly produces its beautiful, sweet, and spicy specimens, are simply delicious. Raw in salads, browned, baked, with or without their skin, they delight the taste buds of all foodies. In risotto, they bring out the best in themselves, adding a touch of finesse and a beautiful color. …
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