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An Icelandic Pancake Tradition Much to an Icelander’s delight it’s rhubarb time! It grows like wildfire in Iceland. Incorporated into cakes, pastries, custard pies and even rhubarb wine* it’s almost an Icelandic staple. And of course there’s the zingy sweet/sour rhubarb jam that is near … Continue reading
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A Taste of Spring and Summer Is it spring yet? Will we ever see summer? That’s what everyone in Hampton Roads is asking. The temperature finally reached the 70s today. Alas, it’s just a teaser. The 5 day forecast says … Continue reading
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Homemade Mayonnaise Mayonnaise is actually the easiest thing in the world to make. It simply takes a bit of patience when adding the oil and you have homemade mayonnaise in only 3-4 minutes. Makes 1 1/4 cups 3 egg yolks 1 … Continue reading
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April in Paris It’s been a long, cold, snowy, rainy winter. Spring is taking way too long to get here. Everyone wants to get away. How about April in Paris? (On my bucket list.) I know. I know. April weather … Continue reading
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Daffodils and crocuses are popping up in my yard. Yay!! It’s been a tough winter in Virginia Beach. Frigid temperatures snow, snow and more snow. So these little harbingers of spring showing up in February are more than a joy … Continue reading
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Shellfish Stock Whenever you have shrimp or lobster, freeze the shells and you’ll have them on hand for this stock. The stock will keep for three days in the fridge and several months in the freezer. This is a great base … Continue reading
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Will You Be My Valentine? Your Coq au vin Valentine’s Day dinner was a great success. Now it’s time for dessert. As promised, here’s a dessert that’s sure to charm. With just a few simple ingredients your sweetheart will be swooning over … Continue reading
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A Valentine’s Dinner to Crow About Psst! Valentine’s Day is around the corner. Want to wow your Valentine? Do not, we repeat, do not make a restaurant reservation. We have nothing against restaurants, but have you ever been to a … Continue reading
All That Cooking 