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Coconut Cream Pie Comes Back

Creamy, coconutty goodness from the Bakehouse Coconut cream pie seems such a staple of American eating that it’s hard for me to imagine that it hasn’t been part of Anglo-American baking for centuries. In fact, … Continued

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The Compelling Nature of Peanut Butter Crush Bars

Peanut brittle and dark chocolate from the Candy Manufactory One of the most commonly asked questions I get over the years is, “What’s your favorite of the Candy Manufactory’s artisan candy bars? Here’s the answer: … Continued

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Beliefs Grow Deeper

Making a healthier organization in the process When you know what to look for, the impact of beliefs on everything we do and experience is impossible to miss. Unfortunately, most of the world isn’t looking. … Continued

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Pasta al Fegato With the Deli’s Chopped Liver

A transition out of Passover eating to make at your house With Passover winding down for the season, I was reminded about this great little pasta dish that I love but haven’t made in a … Continued

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Newly Arrived Raclette au Poivre Rose

Really good raw milk cheese from Quebec I’m not totally sure what the current status of American trade tariffs on Canada is, but I’m very confident in expressing my enthusiasm for this newly arrived artisan … Continued

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Early Spring Salad of Cauliflower and Harissa

A terrific taste of Tunisia to make at home While local vegetables are still in short supply, this simple salad is a wonderful way to feature California cauliflower on these chilly Michigan days as we … Continued