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    January 12, 2013

    Game-Day Snacks: Buffalo Chicken Nachos

    Note: This is a re-run of a post from earlier this year, in which Eating...Our Words blogger Brooke Viggiano shares a favorite tailgating recipe in honor of game day. When it comes to game-time snacks, there's really nothing better than hot wings and nachos. ...or is there? What's the only way t ... More >>

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    November 29, 2012

    What's Cooking on Pinterest? Nutella-Stuffed Brown Butter & Sea Salt Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Christmas season is finally officially here. That means baking cookies just because you feel like it is completely appropriate. The food & beverage section of Pinterest offers an overwhelming amount of sweets and treats for this holiday season. Out of all the delicious and mouthwatering desserts I ... More >>

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    November 13, 2012

    Lightened Comfort Food: Alfredo Pasta

    One of the creamiest dishes I know is pasta with Alfredo sauce. I mean it's practically cheese, cream, butter and pasta ... that's why it is so good. As a kid, I never liked tomatoes (don't shun me; I love tomatoes now). So tomato sauce on my pasta was never an option or something I would opt for. ... More >>

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    November 12, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Italian-Style Bangers and Mash Plus More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredient's I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    November 8, 2012

    It's National Cappuccino Day: Celebrate with Cappuccino Biscotti

    Today we celebrate a wonderful national food holiday: National Cappuccino Day. This classic creamy and simple coffee beverage is a favorite throughout the world. How can you resist roasted espresso with steamed milk and a beautiful foam layer on top? One of my favorite parts of drinking creamy coff ... More >>

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    November 5, 2012

    What's Cooking on Pinterest? Donut Pancakes for National Donut Day

    To celebrate National Donut Day, I decided to find a donut recipe on Pinterest. Instead of making ordinary fried donuts or baked cake donuts, I stumbled upon this blogger's interesting rendition of donuts for breakfast: donut pancakes. Here's how to whip up a batch.

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    November 5, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Butternut Squash Mac 'N Cheese More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    November 1, 2012

    Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with Pan De Muerto

    In elementary school we always celebrated Dia de los Muertos in my Spanish class by making sugar skulls, and our teacher would sometimes bring in other treats, like pan de muerto. I love learning the history behind holidays, so in honor of Dia de los Muertos, tomorrow, I have made the traditional p ... More >>

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    October 29, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Bagels, Lox and Schmear More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week -- my weekly meal ... More >>

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    October 26, 2012

    Game Day Snacks: Pulled Pork Sliders w/ Cider BBQ Sauce

    Football season is here! I could not be more excited to throw on a jersey, stress over my fantasy team and get a nice buzz while watching the games every weekend. But equally as important -- the food! These Pulled Pork Sliders w/ Cider Barbecue Sauce make the perfect, stress-free grub for a big cro ... More >>

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    October 23, 2012

    What's Cooking on Pinterest? Mini Sweet Potato Donut Holes

    You definitely don't need a donut maker or donut pan to make these wonderfully sweet breakfast treats. The original recipe I found on Pinterest uses a donut maker. The blogger tells you how to make these treats that way, but with a little more research, I discovered you can make the exact recipe in ... More >>

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    October 22, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Weeknight Chili & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    October 16, 2012

    What's Cooking on Pinterest? Baked Pumpkin French Toast

    What's better than a seasonal breakfast? A seasonal breakfast that's super-easy to make. Pinterest always has a wonderful selection of recipes you can prepare ahead of time to ease the stress of getting things cooked on time. I came across this recipe last week and just loved the ingredients the bl ... More >>

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    October 15, 2012

    My Favorite Sugar Cookie Recipe (with M&M's!)

    Walking by a cookie place in the mall gets me every single time. Just last week, the aroma of freshly baked sweets at a Nestle Cafe lured me in like a bad habit. Drawing closer to the shop, I was immediately transported back to my childhood; a young, extraordinarily beautiful little girl begging he ... More >>

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    October 15, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    October 12, 2012

    How To: Pumpkin Soup in a Pumpkin

    I love using pumpkins throughout the fall season. It's a quintessential ingredient that can be used in multiple ways. You can roast the seeds and enjoy as a snack or on top of a salad; you can slice the pumpkin into wedges and cook for a side dish or in a pumpkin risotto; you can also puree the pump ... More >>

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    October 8, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Turkey 'P'LTs & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    October 1, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Apple, Bacon, & Onion Flatbread More!

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    September 27, 2012

    Game Day Snacks: Spinach Dip Bread Bowls

    Football -- it's finally here! I could not be more excited to throw on a jersey, stress over my fantasy team and get a nice buzz while watching the games every weekend. But equally as important -- the food! While I love me some spinach dip, I loathe having to crowd around the bowl and fight for a s ... More >>

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    September 26, 2012

    The Sweet Life in Paris: Makes Me Want to Move There, Too

    After moving to Paris in 2004, David Lebovitz experienced everything that any foreigner living in Paris would expect to encounter: different lifestyles, different norms and different food. In his book, The Sweet Life in Paris, Lebovitz recounts events that shaped him as an American living in Paris, ... More >>

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    September 25, 2012

    What's Cooking on Pinterest? Samoa Bundt Cake

    My favorite Girl Scout cookies are Samoas, or Caramel deLites. I love the soft and chewy coconut, caramel, and chocolate topping over the crunchy vanilla cookie. After seeing friends post this link from Pinterest on their Facebook pages, I decided to check out the recipe -- just to see what the hype ... More >>

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    September 24, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Grilled Eggplant Panini, Chicken Parmigiana & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    September 20, 2012

    Best Ever Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

    The second I saw Halloween decorations at Sam's Club in mid-August I knew it was on. I was in New Jersey at the time, but as soon as I got back to Houston, I hightailed it to the nearest Sam's and bought my new favorite piece of decor -- a three-foot Pumpkin Man that now holds miniature peanut but ... More >>

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    September 19, 2012

    Game Day Snacks: Cheesy Pepperoni Puffs

    Football -- it's finally here! I could not be more excited to throw on a jersey, stress over my fantasy team and get a nice buzz while watching the games every weekend. But equally as important -- the food! With just a few simple ingredients, these Pepperoni Puffs are great for a crowd. I serve the ... More >>

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    September 18, 2012

    What's Cooking on Pinterest? Caramel Apple Popcorn

    The last 50 things I have pinned on Pinterest have been some sort of fall-themed dish. I can't resist pinning recipes with pumpkin, cinnamon, apples, spices, caramel or any other fall ingredient. This week, I came across a caramel apple popcorn recipe that reminded me of my mom's candied popcorn sh ... More >>

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    September 17, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Seared Skirt Steak, Sweet Potato Skins & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    September 17, 2012

    How To: Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

    You can't go wrong with a classic dessert like a pineapple upside-down cake. The sugary, buttery topping adorned with the vintage pineapple slices and maraschino cherries makes for not only a beautiful presentation, but a wonderful and delicious cake. There are a variety of ways you can make this c ... More >>

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    September 17, 2012

    Recipes from the Swanky Casa de Don Julio Event: a Salute to Mexican Independence Day

    Slowly but surely, I am making my way around the world via Houston's diverse restaurants and special events. Last week, I was taken on a trip to India by way of Kiran's. A couple of days later, I had the pleasure of being transported to Mexico by way of Casa de Don Julio, a ritzy event put on by Do ... More >>

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    September 11, 2012

    What's Cooking on Pinterest? Pumpkin Granola Bars

    Because we can now purchase Pumpkin Spice Lattes at Starbucks, it is now fall. Yes, I let Starbucks determine what season it is. No judging. In honor of the start of fall, this week, I looked for a pumpkin recipe on Pinterest. With options ranging from pumpkin fudge to pumpkin pie French Toast, I d ... More >>

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    September 11, 2012

    How To: Homemade Bread and Butter Pickles

    In my opinion, if you're not a pickle lover, you're absolutely nuts. On a sandwich for an added bite, alongside homemade barbecue, as a savory snack with afternoon cocktails, or just straight from the jar, pickles are good on any occasion. And while I'll never discriminate against any pickle, my al ... More >>

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    September 11, 2012

    Fat: In Any Form, It Just Tastes Good

    Fat - that dirty little word that America has spent the last 30 years and millions of dollars trying to avoid. Where did that get us? Even fatter as a nation. Avoiding fat has not significantly impacted our collective weight gain, but it has obliterated our palates. There is no denying that the fat ... More >>

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    September 10, 2012

    Substitute Avocado for Butter: Chocolate Chip Cookies

    People have tried to re-create sweets with a multitude of ingredients to make them healthier. Prunes, applesauce, egg beaters, whole-wheat flour, oatmeal, etc., have all been used in baked items to replace the ingredients high in sugar and fat. But would it have ever crossed your mind that an avoca ... More >>

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    September 10, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Honey BBQ Chicken & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    September 6, 2012

    Game Day Snacks: Baked Tequila Lime Wings

    Football - it's finally here! I can't wait to throw on a jersey, stress over my fantasy team, and get drunk while watching the games every weekend. But just as importantly, I can't wait to eat a shit ton of wings; really, really good wangz. I like to bake mine in the oven to cut some fat while still ... More >>

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    September 4, 2012

    Before You Mow Your Lawn, Be Sure and Forage Your Dinner

    There are fads, there are trends, and then there are those ideas that are so clearly right and time-honored that we must take notice. Alice Waters started it on the West Coast, and Monica Pope started it on the Gulf Coast - locavorism, sustainability and seasonality. These are ideas that served our ... More >>

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    September 3, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Gourmet Grilled Cheese & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week -- my weekly meal ... More >>

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    August 28, 2012

    What's Cooking on Pinterest? Blackberry Sticky Buns

    One of my new favorite talk shows is The Chew. It's a morning talk show with co-hosts Mario Batali, Carla Hall, Clinton Kelly, Michael Symon and Daphne Oz. They talk about recipes, tips and tricks for hosting parties, how to dress, eat healthy and other lifestyle topics. Daphne Oz, author of The Dor ... More >>

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    August 27, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Vodka Sauce, Spinach Salad & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week -- my weekly mea ... More >>

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    August 23, 2012

    Use That Leftover Summer Squash: Easy Zucchini & Yellow Squash Quiche

    Squash is in season...and it's cheap...and it's delicious -- so there really is no reason not to pick some up from your local farmer's market or grocery store, or even grow your own. One of my favorite summer squash recipes is a Zucchini & Yellow Squash Quiche. I use a hint of tangy Dijon and some ... More >>

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    August 22, 2012

    Dine Out At Home: 5 Easy-To-Make Flavored Butters

    No matter how good the meal is, one of my favorite parts of the restaurant experience is the bread service. And while the bread itself is usually the star, it wouldn't even make an impact without a killer butter to smother all over it. But the euphoric bread and butter experience doesn't have to be ... More >>

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    August 21, 2012

    What's Cooking on Pinterest? Roasted Chickpeas

    I usually stick to eating plain chickpeas, or Garbanzo beans, and don't do much with them once I take them out of the can. But Pinterest has opened my eyes to a brand-new way of enjoying chickpeas: roasting them until they are crispy. It's great for snacking on, serving as an appetizer or as a topp ... More >>

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    August 20, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Caprese Baguettes, Grilled Shrimp & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week -- my weekly meal ... More >>

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    August 20, 2012

    Show Me the Curry From The Woodlands

    Love Indian food? Have an Indian food cookbook? Want to cook it at home, but it just all seems too complicated? There are two women in The Woodlands who would love to show you how to make everything Indian and more. ShowMeTheCurry.com is an online cooking show with videos of every single recipe they ... More >>

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    August 16, 2012

    Bring on the Hatch Chiles: Central Market's 17th Annual Festival

    The 17th annual Hatch Chile Festival is currently in full swing at Central Market, featuring specials throughout the store, Hatch chili classes at the Central Market Cooking school, Hatch chile prepared goods in the cold prepared-foods section and weekend lunch cookouts with live music and Hatch chi ... More >>

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    August 16, 2012

    Copycat Recipe: Go Animal Style With An In-N-Out Double Double

    We may not have an In-N-Out Burger in Houston yet, but that doesn't mean you can't take a walk on the wild side at home. Check out how to make the juicy, oozy, gooey, mustard-grilled and secret-sauce-topped Animal Style Double-Double burger. (Hopefully, this can tide us over until one shows up in ... More >>

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    August 15, 2012

    A Chocolate and Almond Cake for Julia Child

    As Katharine Shilcutt noted this morning, today is Julia Child's 100th birthday, and in honor of this special day, I have made one of her best cakes, Reine De Saba, as seen in Julie & Julia. It's a semi-sweet chocolate cake with pulverized almonds and rum. I love everything about French food: the w ... More >>

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    August 13, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Chilled Lobster Salad...Oh, and Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Too

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredient's I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week -- my weekly mea ... More >>

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    August 10, 2012

    Happy Apple Week: Day Five -- Apple & Cheddar Scones

    It's the end of Apple Week, bringing me to the last apple-based recipe: apple and cheddar scones. Smitten Kitchen is one of my favorite blogs to read and I've had my eye on the apple and cheddar scones recipe for a while. I've never baked scones before, but have always been intrigued by their fluf ... More >>

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    August 9, 2012

    5 Refreshingly Easy Popsicle Recipes, Including A Boozy Pop for Adults

    When it's hot and sticky outside, I want nothing more than a frozen treat to stop me from being a total biotch to everyone in my general vicinity keep me happy. Enter the popsicle: sweet, tangy and totally satisfying frozen ice on a stick. Fresh berry filled? Awesome. Rum filled? Even better. All ... More >>

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