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Founder of RecipeGirl.com + Mom + food writer and cookbook author. I love living in Southern California, visiting New England, walks on the beach and drinking wine. Food is my life, which is why I'm a runner too.

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Mango Slaw

Mango Slaw

I suppose I’m on a bit of a mango- kick since my last post involved mangos too.  Oh heck, who am I kidding?  I’m always on a mango- kick.  Mangos are big in our house.  As long as... Continue reading »

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Balsamic- Mango Marinated Grilled Chicken

Balsamic- Mango Marinated Grilled Chicken

Hey, it’s summer!  Well, not really… but close enough, right?  The berries are starting to show up in the market, fresh tomatoes are a little sweeter, the sun is shining brighter and... Continue reading »

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Cookies and Cream Frosting

Cookies and Cream Frosting

My little boy turns 11 today!  It’s totally crazy.  He was just a baby… like yesterday!  The scariest part about having an 11 year old is to think that in 7 years this kid will be... Continue reading »

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Favorite Chicken Recipes: 10 Dinner Ideas

Favorite Chicken Recipes: 10 Dinner Ideas

Because most of the world is pretty wild about chicken, I thought I’d share my favorite chicken recipes with you today.  Maybe you can find something new to make for dinner in all of this... Continue reading »

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New York Times Chocolate Chip Cookies

New York Times Chocolate Chip Cookies

I’ve been eyeing this famous New York Times Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe for a very long time now.  First published in the New York Times on July 9, 2008, this recipe took the internet by... Continue reading »

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Green Chile, Bacon and Cheese Egg Bake

Green Chile, Bacon and Cheese Egg Bake

Dear Loving Family of Mine, I’d really like a break from cooking on Mother’s Day this year. And I’d like to spend the day with you, if you don’t mind. I figure I work pretty... Continue reading »

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Ginger Beer Lemonade

Ginger Beer Lemonade

First of all, you should know that Ginger Beer is not really “beer.”  It took me a a couple of hours of tweeting and googling to verify that.  I guess I just couldn’t let go of... Continue reading »

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Monster Cookies

Monster Cookies

This post should be titled, “Out of Sight, Out of Mind!” or “Hiding Cookies in Your Freezer is a Good Idea!” Or better yet, “When Cookies Are in My Freezer, I... Continue reading »

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Enchiladas (20 Recipes to Share)

Enchiladas (20 Recipes to Share)

Hooray for Enchiladas!  I’ve decided to make an enchilada recipe for dinner tonight… one that I’ve made a zillion times and have never gotten a photo of- Asparagus and Chicken... Continue reading »

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Shrimp Tacos with Avocado- Chimichurri Sauce

Shrimp Tacos with Avocado- Chimichurri Sauce

Countdown to Cinco de Mayo!  Sure, that may not mean anything to you if you live in North Dakota, Ireland, Australia or Japan.  But here in SoCal… sooooo close to Mexico, we do it up big for... Continue reading »

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10 New Recipes to Try for Dinner

10 New Recipes to Try for Dinner

Back in January I shared 10 new recipes to try for dinner and promised to share something like this again.  These are recipes that I’ve tried that haven’t made it onto the blog to be... Continue reading »

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A Visit to Avery Island, Louisiana: Home of Tabasco Sauce

A Visit to Avery Island, Louisiana: Home of Tabasco Sauce

Last week I had the unique opportunity of visiting Louisiana for the first time ever!  I’m a California girl, so the south is little bit like foreign territory to me.  The people, the food... Continue reading »

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Brown Butter- Toffee Pecan Blondies (and the Food Lover’s Guide to Seattle)

Brown Butter- Toffee Pecan Blondies (and the Food Lover’s Guide to Seattle)

Are you as in love with Seattle as I am? I’ve been there several times, but I feel like I need another 42 1/2 days to explore and really get the lay of the land. Though it might be a fact that... Continue reading »

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Salsa Fresca

Salsa Fresca

Here in Southern California, Mexican food is a pretty big deal. Restaurants of the Mexican sort are plentiful, and many of them are very inexpensive. Tortillas of every make and grind are easily... Continue reading »

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Cinnamon Bun Scones

Cinnamon Bun Scones

It appears that I’ve taken up the crazy habit of sharing a breakfast recipe each and every Friday.  I rather like that, since I can leave my readers with a treat to consider making over the... Continue reading »

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Homemade Granola Bars (and The Pure Kitchen cookbook giveaway)

Homemade Granola Bars (and The Pure Kitchen cookbook giveaway)

Boxes of granola bars are so easy to purchase.  They’re right there in that snack aisle, packaged so nicely.  And there’s usually a brand or two on sale for a great price.  I admit to... Continue reading »

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Pickled Cauliflower

Pickled Cauliflower

Someone once said that if you’re eating a selection of foods that span the color of the rainbow, then you’re probably eating healthy.  That person was wickedly wise.  I’m a salad... Continue reading »

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Candied Bacon

Candied Bacon

What I’m about to share with you today is so incredible that I’m just going to go ahead and apologize in advance for the massive cravings that might ensue after reading this post.  I... Continue reading »

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Chocolate Wedding Cupcakes

Chocolate Wedding Cupcakes

A couple of years ago, I had the task of making White Wedding Cake Cupcakes with Wedding Cupcake Buttercream for one of the teachers at my son’s school. I managed to squeak out about 125... Continue reading »

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cupcakes

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cupcakes

It’s about time for another cookie dough dessert.  My obsession with cookie dough continues with cupcakes.  I’m sure my fellow cookie-dough lovers can relate.  Today, I give you:... Continue reading »