Category Archives: Tomatoes

Steak Salad… and we’re sorry.

We know, it has been a WHILE since we posted anything. But to be fair, the 2 kitchens have gone through quite a few changes in the past six months. For starters, both of us moved into brand NEW kitchens; … Continue reading

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Kale & Quinoa Greek Salad

I love when this happens…you start out making lunch from whatever needs to be used up in the fridge (and cupboard)…and then you suddenly find yourself getting inspired, adding a little more of this & a little of that until … Continue reading

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Steak Salad & Maple Acorn Squash

Thank goodness there is finally a chill in the air. I echo Amy’s sentiments about Autumn — it is definitely my favorite season. Sweaters, cords, and the smell of freshly sharpened #2 pencils create a heavenly atmosphere. There are lots … Continue reading

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Market Vegetable Soup

With my window fan having been firmly in the off position for four nights in a row I think it’s safe to say my favorite season has hit.  To me Autumn has always seemed like more of a time for … Continue reading

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The B.L.T.

Sometime in the past year, I’m not sure exactly when, Hillary introduced me to the best b.l.t. I’ve ever had.  A cute little spot located right in my neighborhood (dangerous) – Choice Market really knows what they’re doing.  It doesn’t … Continue reading

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Classic Pesto & Pesto Pasta Salad

It’s been a hot couple of days here in New York.  I mean super super hot.  The funny thing is though, it hasn’t stopped me from wanting pasta.  I just want it cold now.  I thought a bright summery pesto … Continue reading

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The Wedge

This week I re acclimated myself with two long lost loves. 1. Iceberg lettuce (pipe down health nuts, I know it basically has the nutritional value of a glass of water) and 2. Bacon.  I know what you’re thinking, “Amy … Continue reading

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Baked Eggs in Spicy Tomato Salsa

I think I’ve mentioned it before, and I’ll say it again, eggs are my favorite.  If prince charming came along one day he need only bring a carton of eggs to make me swoon (ok, that might be a slight … Continue reading

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Bolognese

What is it about a meaty bolognese sauce that makes it so much more than the sum of its parts.  A huge thanks to those first Bologn-ites (?) that thought to slow simmer a pot of carrots, beef and some … Continue reading

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Strawberry Jam and Fra Diavolo Sauce

“Then Pa’s face beamed and he opened a small paper sack. It was full of crackers. He set it on the table, and he unwrapped and set beside it a glass jar full of little green cucumber pickles.” –Little House on … Continue reading

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