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Sweet and Simple: Black Cherry Clafoutis
Black Cherry Clafoutis The other day I suddenly had a strong craving for dessert. Most likely this was result of my having eyed some...

Kristen Hess
Aug 1, 20112 min read


Albondigas en Salsa de Chipolte (Cheese stuffed Spanish Meatballs)
Albondigas en Salsa de Chipolte (Spanish Meatballs) These Spanish-style meatballs are a delicious little treat: sweet, smoky and spicy...

Kristen Hess
May 21, 20112 min read


Chicken Enchiladas de Mole Negro
Last year I took some friends from out of town to a great Mexican restaurant in the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, and sampled their...

Kristen Hess
May 1, 20113 min read


Ragu alla Bolognese w/ Handmade Tagliatelle :: Onion, Olive & Rosemary Focaccia :: Blood Orange
A Classic Italian Dinner for any Special Occasion The following collection of recipes are from an Italian cooking class I took recently...

Kristen Hess
Mar 3, 20116 min read


Holiday Brunch: Italian Frittata with Red Pepper, Potatoes and Bacon
Potato and Pepper Frittata with Cheese and Bacon So Christmas is over, but the cooking is not! As a tradition, I always make breakfast...

Kristen Hess
Dec 28, 20102 min read


Spice up Your Night w/ Southern-Style Taco Soup
Southern-Style Taco Soup is something I discovered when I lived down South in Atlanta. My ex-boyfriend’s Mom (a great Southern cook from...

Kristen Hess
Dec 11, 20102 min read


An Intimate Gathering: Holiday Dinner Party Menu
Since the holidays are rapidly approaching, I’m planning an intimate dinner party with friends featuring some of my favorite recipes to...

Kristen Hess
Nov 28, 20106 min read


Jalapeno-Cheddar Meatloaf w/ Savory Tomato Gravy
On a cold and rainy Sunday evening last November, I needed to warm my bones and fill my belly with something comforting and delicious,...

Kristen Hess
Nov 16, 20102 min read
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