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A little Mexi/Jamaican Meal
I haven’t been to Jamaica. There’s my disclaimer. But, I love a restaurant in the city called Patio. I was craving those flavors but didn’t want jerk chicken. I wanted stewed chicken. So, I made this up. Stewed Cumin Chicken with onions and tomatoes * 2 whole chicken legs (thigh and drumstick) * 1 red…
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Bakesale Betty Knock-Offs
There’s a restaurant in Oakland called, Bakesale Betty. Funny enough, I’ve never set foot in their establishment but have eaten these infamous fried chicken sandwiches of theirs on a number of occasions (my friends brilliantly picked up a bunch for their son’s first bday party). The sandwich is delicious. I think the draw really is…
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Enchilada (sauce)
Did you know that enchilada sauce doesn’t have a tomato base? Or at least this recipe doesn’t. I was so surprised! Enchiladas seem complex to make but they’re actually really easy. I used to buy the sauce and add tomatoes and extra cumin to “make it my own”. That was until I tried to make…
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Cooking by the Camp Fire
I went all out at this year’s annual 4th o’ July camping trip. No, I didn’t stay up late, hooting and hollering over charades. In fact, I was in bed before the kids most nights. And no, I didn’t start my day with Mary’s and continue with beers/wine until sundown. Rather, I prepped and cooked…
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Mexi Pie
This is a dish with a lot of memories. My Mom used to make this pretty regularly and taught me to make it by the time I was a tween. It’s soooooo simple and easy-peasey. As long as you’ve got a good can-opener, this dish could be made in 10 mins or less. I know,…
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Braised Chicken and Mushroom Risotto
It is so chilly on the West coast (I know, 49 degrees is not cold but I have never had “snow days” so I can complain about needing to wear a scarf and gloves). Nothing warms me better than comfort food – mmm, mashed potatoes, potpies, biscuits and gravy, stews. I’m already starting to feel…
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Chinese Chicken without the headaches
I don’t know about you but I’m pretty wary of going out for Chinese. For some reason, the Chinese restaurants around me can’t leave the MSG out of their ingredient list. Me and MSG do not get along. So, it’s either head to the city for some decent Chinese or cook it at home. With…
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