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Category Archives: Lovin’ from the Oven
Blueberries
One of my favorite things about summer besides swimming, are blueberries! I love baking with them, stirring them into yogurt for breakfast, or eating them as is. The market is now loaded with locally grown berries, and there is nothing … Continue reading
Peach Crumb Tart
I bought big, fat Jersey peaches on Sunday morning with no particular game plan for them. On Tuesday morning they were ripe, and while I toyed with the idea of using them in a fruit salad for lunch – I … Continue reading
Rice Stuffed Tomatoes
It’s that time of year, when tomatoes are at their best, and this dish is a wonderful partner for grilled chicken or fish. Short-grained rice cooked in fresh tomato puree with basil, topped with breadcrumbs and baked. The perfect recipe … Continue reading
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Tagged side dishes, stuffed tomatoes, tomatoes, what to make for dinner
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Strawberry Mango Raspberry Tart
On Wednesday, our friend Dan had what he calls a “zero” birthday – put any number in front of it, and you’re in a new decade. But it’s all good, Dan’s retired, traveling, and taking some damn fine photographs! I … Continue reading
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Tagged baking, cream cheese, Dan, fruit tart, summer fruit, the unbirthday cake
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Blackened Fish Tacos
So, I made my own tortillas – I know it sounds crazy, but it was actually pretty easy and tasty! For these fish tacos, mild cod is spiced up with cajun seasoning, paired with avocado, tartar sauce, and shredded cabbage … Continue reading
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Tagged avocado, cod, easy dinners, fish tacos, meatless meals, tortillas
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Baked Cod with Lemon Butter
We’ve been spending a lot of time at the pool on weekends, so dinner has to be something that can be thrown together quickly. Oven roasted new potatoes, corn on the cob, and lemon butter baked cod – a dish … Continue reading
Brown Sugar Peach Blueberry Pie
One of the best things about summer are the fruits to make pies with. I love peach pie, and the addition of blueberries, makes it even better!
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Tagged lattice pies, pies, summer fruits, what to make for dessert
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Sponge Cake with Chocolate Frosting
Last night we celebrated my neighbor Jeanette’s 88th year on this planet. I made this cake, we had coffee, and she chuckled at the birthday card we gave her. Happy birthday to one of my favorite people on the block!
Polenta Florentine
Polenta Florentine, on a Monday night – we’re so fancy! Actually, it’s a pretty easy dish to throw together when you make the polenta the day before. Then, all you have to do is layer slices of polenta in a … Continue reading


