Author Archives: Lisa

Smashed Blueberries and Lemon Loaf Pan Cake

I forgot to add the baking powder. This is why the smashed blueberries and lemon loaf pan cake you see, which I made about a month ago, is flat on top. Never one to make excuses as to why something … Continue reading

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Tourte Milanese – A Meal en Croute

Good to see you again, Ms. Tourte Milanese! You’re looking as beautiful as ever! Yes, there is a story behind that unusual welcome to an edible, inanimate object.  I’m weird, but not that weird.  I hope. Remember when I told you … Continue reading

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Broccoli Kale Basil Arugula Pesto (Quadruple Pesto), and a Tribute of a Sort

Before I get to this Quadruple Pesto, I need to talk about a few things. About two weeks ago, the Sunday after the bombings in Boston, I started to think about life in a whole new perspective.  It’s not a perspective … Continue reading

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