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Category Archives: Better than store-bought
Easy arugula pesto.
Pesto isn’t just for basil. In spring, turn seasonal arugula into a bright-green, slightly spicy version of this classic Italian condiment. Continue reading
Posted in Better than store-bought, Gardening, How-to, Recipes, Sauces & dressings
Tagged arugula, basics, easy, food, homemade, pesto
3 Comments
Ultimate build-your-own party snack mix.
Try this super-updated, ultimate build-your-own party snack mix recipe—customize it any way you want! Great for the big game this weekend. Continue reading
Posted in Better than store-bought, Recipes, Snacketizers
Tagged basics, entertaining, favorite, food, homemade, party
6 Comments
Best recipes of 2012.
A look back at my top recipes from 2012, including hot fudge pudding cake, pasta with bacon and kale, and the very best way to cook spaghetti squash. Enjoy! Continue reading
Posted in Better than store-bought, Clara Project, Desserts, Dinner, Eating local, List, Recipes, Sandwiches
Tagged basics, best recipes, favorites, food, healthy, homemade, seasonal, vintage recipe cards
1 Comment
Make-ahead appetizers for Christmas Day.
These simple appetizers can easily be made ahead and can stave off the hungries before your big holiday dinner. Continue reading
Posted in Baking, Better than store-bought, Holiday, Snacketizers
Tagged basics, cheese, food, healthy, homemade, nuts, seasonal
2 Comments
You can do it: Easy homemade bread.
If you’ve always thought making bread from scratch was too difficult, I’m here to tell you it’s easy and fun and well worth trying. Continue reading
Posted in Baking, Better than store-bought, Inspired by, Recipes
Tagged basics, bread, food, homemade
10 Comments
The Clara Project: classic French salad dressing recipe.
If you think French dressing is a sweet, ketchupy mess, think again. This recipe for classic French dressing is simple, flavorful and perfect on a light green salad. Continue reading
Posted in Better than store-bought, Clara Project, Dinner, Recipes, Salads, Sauces & dressings
Tagged food, homemade, olive oil, vinaigrette
3 Comments
Almond-flax granola.
This crunchy granola recipe, packed with whole almonds, healthy flax and whole grains, makes a terrific breakfast or on-the-go snack. Continue reading
Posted in Better than store-bought, Breakfast/brunch, Recipes
Tagged basics, favorite, food, granola, homemade
3 Comments
Canned heirloom tomatoes.
I spotted these jars of heirloom tomatoes at my cookware store over the weekend. And I thought: Damned if I can’t make this myself. So stay tuned for a post on canning your own varietal heirloom tomatoes …
Posted in Better than store-bought, How-to, Inspired by, Pantry
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