Category Archives: Nutmeg

Spiced Parsnip Muffins

Posted on January 11, 2013 by hillaryrosemary

Last month I had one of the most delicious treats of all time — Spiced Parsnip Bread from the Shandaken Bake stand at the New Amsterdam market in the South Street Seaport. Never before had I experienced parsnips like this … Continue reading →

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Day 9: Holiday Cookies (Part 1)

Posted on December 21, 2012 by hillaryrosemary

The December issue of Bon Appétit has Speculoos Buttons (the most adorable cookies EVER!) on the cover. Something I’m sure Santa would like to find on a plate in your house during his visit. They are not only beautiful to … Continue reading →

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Croque Monsieur

Posted on September 5, 2012 by hillaryrosemary

Hot cheese: the ultimate cure for a dreary day. And these past couple of days have sure been dreary. One of the best vessels for hot cheese is the classic French Croque Monsieur — basically a tricked-out grilled cheese. My … Continue reading →

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Alsatian Onion Tart

Posted on February 16, 2012 by hillaryrosemary

Onions will always remind me of Shrek trying to explain the complexity of his character to Donkey: “There’s a lot more to ogres than people think, ogres are like onions, they have layers.” SO instead of creating some a horrible … Continue reading →

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Spaghetti Carbonara

Posted on January 24, 2011 by amyreneesam

In general I’d say we all, on the whole, try to be pretty good most of the time.  We try to eat more greens, drink a little less, get some exercise, be nice to one another, avoid road rage.  But, seeing that we are only … Continue reading →

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Spiced Sweet Potatoes

Posted on December 20, 2010 by hillaryrosemary

Hmm who has already finished all of their holiday shopping and wrapping? … Oh that’s right, it’s me. Good luck to you, Ames! I had every intention of making delicious cheesy pasta this week. I actually made creamy wild mushroom … Continue reading →

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Greek mac n’cheese

Posted on December 20, 2010 by amyreneesam

At the risk of sounding like a total boozehound I must confess when I think nutmeg I immediately think cocktails: eggnog, painkillers, brandy alexanders… but being that it’s the week before Christmas and still having plenty of shopping, wrapping, and … Continue reading →

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Nutmeg.

Posted on December 15, 2010 by aTaleof2Kitchens

Sure, the addition of this spice makes for delicious soups, curries & baked goods, but this time of year all I can think of are the festive cocktails I’d like to sprinkle it over… Check back next Monday to see … Continue reading →

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