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Passover 2013 edition

Posted on March 26, 2013 by floricooks

Maror like you’ve never had it before-or … I don’t remember where I read about this last year the day after Passover when it was too late, but I’m sure glad that I remembered in time this year! This is … Continue reading →

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Soup and a new lemon tree – Happy Spring

Posted on March 11, 2013 by floricooks

…well almost spring… It’s hard to believe sitting here with all the windows open at 5 PM that last night we were chilly and wanted nothing more for dinner that a thick, warm, yummy soup. A piece of cheese toast … Continue reading →

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Caesar Crossing the Alps

Posted on March 8, 2013 by floricooks

This is not truly a salad. Use those silly air-quotes – it’s a Caesar “Salad”. My dear friend and neighbor is under treatment for stomach cancer and headed for a full recovery. I’m doing my best to keep up with … Continue reading →

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Chocolate and churros

Posted on February 6, 2013 by floricooks

Special thanks to my friend Jimmy Shaw, whose Loteria Grill sometimes serves churros with an extraordinarily good chocolate dipping sauce, for inspiring me today. A big nod to Maureen Abood whose directions I followed for the chocolate. Get her recipe … Continue reading →

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Cook, enjoy, clean up, sleep, repeat

Posted on January 2, 2013 by floricooks

I like the idea of New Years Eve and Day as a time to set the tone for the year ahead. Last night I made a simple roasted chicken with potatoes and onions and roasted purple Brussels sprouts. I took … Continue reading →

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