Tag: storytelling
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SWEDISH CINNAMON BUNS – a treat for Shrove Tuesday
Hi there, I have a wonderful treat for you today. Annika Perry, who is a wonderfully reflective writer, has shared with us her story and her recipe for Cinnamon Buns. I chose to post this today because today is Shrove or Fat Tuesday. It is a day that it is traditional to enjoy sweets before…
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STROMBOLI – super easy and delicious addition to the snack menu
Hi there, In 1966, the year of the first Super Bowl, I was a senior in high school. The only football I was remotely interested in was Bishop Egan’s powerhouse football team. To tell the truth, I was more interested in the football players than the game itself. I still remember those beautiful autumn evenings…
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KARTOFFELKLOESSE and POT ROAST – a special German traditional meal.
Hi there, I don’t know what the weather is like in your part of the world, gentle reader, but it is cold and windy here in New Jersey. The upside to cold weather is comfort food. Any food that is roasted, braised, or boiled becomes a welcome meal to restore warmth and cheer to me.…
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CANDIED SUSHI – when Japan met America
Hi there, February 1 marks the beginning of the Lunar New Year. This year is the year of the tiger. As the legend goes, the Jade Emperor challenged all the animals in the Kingdom to a “Great Race.” Whoever arrived at his palace first would win his favor. The Tiger was sure that he had…
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MARTHA’S BISCOTTI – go ahead and make it. You know your sick of that resolution already!
Hi there, Well, we are 26 days into the new year. Valentine’s Day is so far away and Lent feels like it is right around the corner. I suggest a break from all the fasting and make this delicious biscotti and enjoy it with a glass of vin santo. If anyone points out the lapse…
