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Golden Beet Cupcakes with Dulce De Leche Butter cream

April 20, 2009
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These beet cupcakes have a moist tender crumb and a vibrant golden hue thanks to the roasted beet puree in the batter. The dulce de leche mousseline buttercream, highlights the earthy flavors in the cupcake while adding a satiny creaminess that melts into a pool of caramely goodness on your tongue.
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Tofu Terrine with Red Shiso Gelée

January 30, 2009
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Before you conclude that I’ve totally lost it, let me explain. Tofu is one of those things that people either detest, or are just okay with. Unlike other broadly disliked foods (like brussel sprouts), you never hear anyone proclaiming their unholy love for tofu. People seem to either hate it for its blandness or because [...]

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Pomegranate Poached Pears

January 6, 2009
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Pomegranate poached pears with vanilla ice cream.
I’m back from my whirlwind trip to Japan and Korea and am bursting at the seams (it could also have something to do with the 5+ daily meals I consumed) to try out over a dozen dishes I came up with while away from the kitchen and this blog. [...]

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Tomato cucumber salad

March 9, 2008
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1 C cherry tomatoes sliced in half
1 C seeded and cubed cucumber
1 Tbs minced parsley
1 Tbs minced onion
1 Tbs capers (optional)
Juice of 1 lemon
Equal amount good olive oil
1/2 Tsp kosher salt
Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Prepare the veggies and put them in a bowl
Whisk the dressing together and pour over the salad just before serving. [...]

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Grapefruit Guacamole

February 20, 2008
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I’m a big fan of simple citrusy guac and grapefruit goes especially well with avocados. The tart sweetness along with the slight bitter edge offset the creamy smoothness of the avocados well. Pickling the onions first keep them from overpowering the citrus and the cilantro adds a freshness that rounds out the guac nicely.
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