Monthly Archives: June 2012

Spicy grilled pineapple salsa

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Have you ever grilled a pineapple? No? Well you’re missing out. This weird looking fruit was one of the only naturally grown things I would eat as a child (next to grapes and bananas), and using them in this spicy … Continue reading

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4th of July layered berry cake!

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Happy birthday to me, Happy birthday to me! Happy birthday dear Sarah, Happy birthday to me!!! That’s right, my birthday is on the 4th of July! For many reasons, this makes it the ultimate birthday date ever. For one thing, … Continue reading

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Chocolate covered peanut butter pretzels

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 There’s something fantastic about snacks that are easy to throw together, taste delicious, and work as the perfect gift. Chocolate covered pretzels have always been my go-to holiday treat, along with peanut butter balls. It never really occurred to me … Continue reading

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Flatbread pizza with arugula, goat cheese, roasted red peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and truffle oil

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This pizza was an experiment in recreating a dish I had from Mikro Beer Bar in Hamden, CT. I got it when I was staying with my sister’s family a few weeks back, and I could not stop obsessing about … Continue reading

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Portobello mushroom burgers with chipotle mayo and onion rings

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There are two types of people in the world: those who believe that burgers should be simple and elegant, and those who think that the more stuff you can pile on top of it, the better it is. This burger … Continue reading

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Homemade Chopped challenge!

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If I’m going to miss one thing about my turtle research job, it’s the people. Specifically, Emily. Hi Emily!!! I didn’t actually work with her, but her office was next to mine, and we would often eat lunch together, send … Continue reading

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