Roasted Chicken with Braised Chard and Polenta

Roasted Chicken with Braised Chard and Polenta

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I think the best part of cooking is in the experimentation. No really, sometimes I think it’s more fun when I only have a vague idea of what I am going to do before I go into the kitchen to test it. Now, I usually go into the testing phase of a recipe with, at the...
The Art of Cooking Meat

The Art of Cooking Meat

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The Art of Cooking Meat Cooking meat is an art form. In its essence, it’s actually simple: apply heat to a cut of meat until desired doneness is met. There are, however, many different cuts of meat and many different ways of applying said heat, and, let’s face it,...
Ancho Chile and Tamarind Rice Pilaf

Ancho Chile and Tamarind Rice Pilaf

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Ancho Chile and Tamarind Rice Pilaf Rice has a great reputation. It’s considered a “health” food (whatever that means), is decently affordable, and is a staple part of some of the world’s best cuisines. On its own, however, as ubiquitous as it is, rice is kinda...
Cooking Grains and Legumes

Cooking Grains and Legumes

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Cooking Grains and Legumes The majority of my culinary experimentation in my 20s consisted of taking vegetables from my CSA box, and combining them with olive oil, rice and salt. I appreciated the CSA box so much because one, vegetables and fruit were delivered to my...