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Alexishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03320301988472778051noreply@blogger.comBlogger1756125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043966024194948279.post-44438468278685127182019-06-24T19:29:00.000-07:002019-06-24T19:29:05.053-07:00BBq to BBP- Best Banana Pudding Recipe<br />
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This pudding is B-A-N-A-N-A-S...</div>
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I typically don't look to a BBQ cookbook for desserts but I am thinking that </div>
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the new <a href="https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/bbqa-with-myron-mixon_9781419727023/" target="_blank">BBQ&A by Myron Mixon</a> should be changed to BBP&A for Best Banana Pudding.</div>
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The book is full of amazing recipes and tips for the grill and it just so happens that this creamy pudding is the perfect accompaniment for a sweet treat after all of the smokiness.</div>
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and he insists it be served with Nilla Wafers... no exceptions.</div>
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5 large egg yolks</div>
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1/4 cup cornstarch</div>
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1/3 cup sugar</div>
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Dash of kosher salt</div>
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2 cups whole milk</div>
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2 tablespoons unsalted cold butter</div>
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract</div>
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18 Nilla Wafer cookies, coarsely crushed</div>
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3 ripe bananas, thinly sliced</div>
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IN a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the cornstarch, sugar and salt. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, gradually bring the milk to a boil. Gradually whisk the milk in to the egg yolks until smooth. Transfer the pudding mixture to the saucepan. Cook over moderate heat, whisking, until the pudding is thick, about 3 minutes. Scrape the pudding into a owl and whisk in the cold butter and vanilla. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 4 hours, or overnight.</div>
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When you're ready to serve the pudding: Spoon the pudding into six bowls. Garnish with the thinly sliced bananas and sprinkle all over with the crushed Nilla wafers. Serve cold, right away.</div>
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There is nothing better than colorful, vibrant food.</div>
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It isn't often that you get to eat pink.</div>
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Pink Beet Hummus from the new cookbook,<i> <a href="https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/eat-clean-play-dirty_9781419734731/" target="_blank">Eat Clean Play Dirty</a></i><a href="https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/eat-clean-play-dirty_9781419734731/" target="_blank"> </a></div>
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by Danielle Duboise and Whitney Tingle is about to change all of that!</div>
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It's pretty, it's festive, it's healthy, it's full of antioxidants...</div>
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it makes me blush.<br />
So just like in Mean Girls,<br />
On Wednesdays we eat pink, and actually I could eat it any and every day.</div>
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1 pound red beens (about 2 medium)</div>
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1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil</div>
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1 teaspoon Himalayan salt, or more to taste</div>
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1 cup cooked or canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained</div>
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1/4 cup tahini</div>
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3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice</div>
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2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped</div>
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Freshly ground black pepper</div>
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1 tablespoon black and white sesame seeds, for garnish</div>
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1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees</div>
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2, Scrub the beets, drizzle them with 1 teaspoon of the oil and sprinkle with a pinch of the salt. Arrange them on a backing sheet and roast for 40-50 minutes or until you can easily pierce with a knife. Allow the beets to cool completely, then us your hands to gently slip off the skins.</div>
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3. Roughly chop the beets and add them to a food processor along with the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and a few cracks of pepper. Add 1/4 cup of water and process until very smooth adding more water if you like a thinner hummus. Store in fridge for up to 1 week. Garnish with sesame seeds.</div>
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Summer is here and I am so ready to take a "dip", </div>
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Bacon-Blue Cheese Ranch, that is!</div>
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This is actually a dressing from the amazing new book, </div>
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<a href="https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/bacon-bible_9781419734618/" target="_blank"><i>The Bacon Bible</i> by Peter Sherman, </a></div>
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but it is so versatile and delicious it makes the perfect appetizer as well.</div>
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It is everything you can imagine it would be.</div>
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Cool, creamy, tangy and a kick of bacon...</div>
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My advise for the summer? </div>
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Grab a chip and dive right in!</div>
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(it pairs perfectly with regular chips or BBQ flavor)</div>
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Show up with a jar of the dressing and homemade chips as a hostess gift </div>
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and you know you will always be invited back!</div>
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1 cup sour cream<br />
1/2 cup store bought mayonnaise<br />
1/4 cup buttermilk<br />
2 tablespoon red wine vinegar<br />
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce<br />
3 garlic cloves chopped<br />
4 ounces blue cheese - I love Maytag<br />
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill<br />
4 ounces thin sliced bacon cooked until crisp and chopped<br />
1/4 teaspoon freshly found black pepper<br />
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In a blender, combine the sour cream mayo, buttermilk, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, half of the cheese, the dill bacon and pepper and blend until smooth. Pour the mixture into a bowl and fold in the remaining cheese. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at list 30 minutes. The dressing will keep tightly covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days.<br />
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Use it on Wedge Salad, with a platter of chicken wings or as a base for potato salad or coleslaw as well.<br />
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I've found it!</div>
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The perfect soup to make that seasonal transition everyone looks forward to...</div>
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Winter to Spring.</div>
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Not only did the soup look amazing, but so did the soup toppers.</div>
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It is a quick and easy recipe with beautiful fresh ingredients.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Asparagus and coconut soup</span><br />
from The Modern Cook's Year<br />
Serves 4<br />
2 Tablespoons butter of coconut oil<br />
1 leek finely chopped<br />
3 3/4 cups asparagus trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces<br />
a small bunch of basil leaves picked, stalks finely chopped<br />
1 1.45 ounce can coconut milk<br />
2 cups vegetable stock<br />
1 lemon<br />
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Put a large deep pan over medium-high heat, add the butter and leek and cook for 10 minutes, stirring until the leeks are soft and sweet.<br />
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Next, add the asparagus, the basil stalks and the greens and allow to cook for a minute or two, then add the coconut milk and stock and simmer until the asparagus is tender, this should take about 4-5 minutes.<br />
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Add the basil leaves and blitz in a blender or in the pan with an immersion blender, until the soup is completely silky smooth. Squeeze in the lemon juice.<br />
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Next, make any adjustments to the soup. Add more water if the soup is too thick, pinch alt if needed, or more lemon. Once it is tasting great, ladle into bowls and top with suggested toppings if desired.<br />
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toasted coconut flakes and drizzle of olive oil<br />
little basil leaves and coconut milk<br />
pan crisped white beans and lime zest<br />
toasted sesame seeds<br />
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I have a long time love affair with Farmers' Markets.</div>
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The amazing produce, the proud farmers, the colors, the smells, the thrill of getting items that are only available seasonally.</div>
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When I received an advanced copy of, </div>
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<a href="https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/pescan_9781419734670/" target="_blank">Pescan, A Feel Good CookBook</a>, </div>
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it was a dream come true!</div>
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The premise is simple. </div>
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The authors who are also best friends, would take trips to their local farmers' market and spend all day cooking. Their focus is on plant-based, dairy-free and gluten-free dishes but incorporate high-protein seafood and eggs.</div>
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This book is not only a treat to look at but the recipes are colorful, simple and fun.</div>
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One of the wonders of the farmers' market for me are watermelon radishes.</div>
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I love anything that is a vibrant play on words </div>
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and it is always a joy to cut into these radishes and see the watermelon-esq colors.</div>
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Naturally, Abbie and Jacqueline's recipe for a canapé made from these gems caught my eye...</div>
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and a total show-stopper...</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Watermelon Radish and Smoked Salmon Canapés</span><br />
from <i>Pescan, A Feel Good Cookbook</i><br />
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1/2 cup nondairy cream cheese (like Kite Hill)<br />
4 to 8 watermelon radishes, thinly sliced into 24 rounds<br />
f8 ounces smoked salmon<br />
1/2 cup thinly sliced grape tomatoes<br />
1 small carrot thinly sliced<br />
1/4 cup finely diced red onion<br />
1/4 cup capers drained<br />
1/4 fresh lemon juice<br />
flaky seas salt and freshly cracked black pepper<br />
1 bunch fresh dill<br />
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Spread 1 tsp. of the cream cheese onto each radish round. Top each round with a small piece of salmon. Add a slice of grape tomato and a slice of carrot to each piece. sprinkle each canapé with 1/4 tsp red onion, 3-4 capers and 1/2 tsp lemon juice. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Garnish with dill fronds and arrange the canapés nicely on a serving platter.<br />
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As someone with the last name Murphy, </div>
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Corned Beef and Cabbage is mandatory on St. Patrick's Day.</div>
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As the luck of the Irish would have it, </div>
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this recipe is quick, easy and delicious.</div>
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Grilled wedges...</div>
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and an amazing dressing...</div>
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then topped with crispy, savory corned beef.</div>
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Forget the pot of gold, </div>
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I want this at the end of the rainbow!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Crispy Corn Beef & Cabbage Wedge Salad </span><br />
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for the dressing<br />
whisk together:<br />
2 Tablespoons Sweet Mustard (<a href="https://justforall.com/en-us/products/consumer/dressing/sweet-mustard" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I love Just For All)</a><br />
2 Tablespoons White Wine Vinegar<br />
4 Tablespoons Olive Oil<br />
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Cut head of green cabbage into 6 wedges, leaving the core intact. Brush the sides of each wedge with olive oil and grill (either on outdoor grill or stove top grill pan) for about 5 minutes on each side. Then cute about 10 slices of deli corned beef into strips and fry until crisp in a pan.<br />
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Drizzle wedges with dressing and top with warm crispy corned beef<br />
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Homemade tortilla chips, salsa and guacamole will always be a staple around here,</div>
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but our favorite burrata cheese recently took a trip south of the border </div>
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for a new Mexican appetizer!</div>
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Creamy, soft burrata is perfecto with lime juice and zest then</div>
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soaks up just touch of spice from thinly sliced jalapeños...</div>
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and the cheese gets even more decadent </div>
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as you scoop it up with warm salted chips...</div>
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I have a feeling that Taco Tuesday will never be the same!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Spicy Jalapeño Lime Burrata</span><br />
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1 large ball of burrata<br />
5-6 very thin slices of fresh jalapeño<br />
juice of half a lime<br />
drizzle of olive oil<br />
lime zest for topping<br />
dash of salt<br />
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Place burrata in a shallow bowl or dish. Squeeze lime on top of cheese, drizzle with olive oil then top with jalapeño slices, lime zest and salt. Serve with freshly fried tortilla chips. (I just fry corn tortillas that I cut into triangles in very hot vegetable oil until golden, drain on paper towel and lightly salt).<br />
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Yee Haw!</div>
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I decided to take one of our favorite snacks out to the ranch.</div>
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Ranch dressing is fabulous with chicken wings, salads, pizza, really anything, </div>
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why not Chex Mix??</div>
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Ranch, garlic salt and dill weed give crispy Chex cereal quite a kick...</div>
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You will definitely be saying, </div>
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Give me a home where the Ranch Chex Mix roams!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Ranch Chex Mix</span><br />
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6 cup Rice Chex Cereal<br />
4 Tablespoons butter<br />
1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch powdered salad dressing<br />
1 tablespoon Garlic Salt<br />
2 tablespoons Dill Weed<br />
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Preheat oven to 225 degrees. Place cereal in a large mixing bowl. Melt butter and pour over cereal, mixing gently to coat. Sprinkle seasonings over the buttered cereal and mix to combine. Spread on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake one hour stirring about every 20 minutes.<br />
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There is nothing my family loves more than spending the day in San Francisco.</div>
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Although we live close, </div>
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it always feels like a getaway and the perfect way to recharge.</div>
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We love the breathtaking scenery, vibrant colors, </div>
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classic landmarks and unique neighborhoods.</div>
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Everyone has a different favorite spot, so often we zip all over the city.</div>
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I have learned from experience that nothing ruins a fun day away like hungry travelers.</div>
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Good food feeds good times and that's why I have <b><a href="http://www.fosterfarms.com/refrigerated-meals-and-snacks/bold-bites." target="_blank">Foster Farms Bold Bites</a> </b>on hand.</div>
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They are a shareable, flavorful, protein packed snack</div>
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that is perfect to grab and go to the Golden Gate!</div>
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I don't think it was a coincidence that our first stop and snack are color coordinated!</div>
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International Orange is a bold color for a bridge and a bite...</div>
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Parmesan was perfect for our perch to view the Pyramid ...</div>
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We definitely needed extra power to climb up to Coit Tower...</div>
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Noble nibbles for our picnic at the Palace...</div>
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Not only are Foster Farms Bold Bites perfect for day in the city because they are delicious, quick and convenient, but their chicken grows bountifully and beautifully under the warm California sun.<br />
It is raised responsibly by local farmers. Foster Farms is looking to redefine the snacking standard. Bold Bites do not include any artificial colors,<br />
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Foster Farms makes it easy to Be Bold Anywhere!</div>
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<i>Thank you to Foster Farms for sponsoring this post </i><i>and elevating snacking in such a delicious and convenient way. </i><br />
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Typically Valentine's Day </div>
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Well don't worry, there are lots of amazing, fun and useful things </div>
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Sometimes condiments, sauces and spices say it best...</div>
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Tell your Valentine that they are special...</div>
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Oh SOY do you love them...</div>
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and that nothing beats, </div>
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U and MI...</div>
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Then head to the candy aisle.</div>
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A big tub of licorice is all you need to ask them to Be Vine...</div>
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Everyone should be grinning on this day of love, </div>
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and Barry Manilow said it best, </div>
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isn't your Valentine the reason you smile? </div>
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Keep it fresh with a new toothbrush...</div>
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It is amazing what switching out a few letters will do!</div>
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Whether you love them a "latte" or a "lotto",</div>
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they will appreciate a coffee or a chance to win the big bucks...</div>
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Happy Valentine's Day!</div>
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I was thrilled to receive a copy of the new cookbook <a href="https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/ibiza-land-and-sea_9781419733277/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><i>Ibiza, Land and Sea,</i> by Francoise Pialoux.</a></div>
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It has stunning pictures, beautiful food and makes you long to visit the Spanish island.</div>
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One of the first recipes that caught my eye was for <i>Preserved Lemons.</i></div>
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Citrus season is a huge highlight of winter in California.</div>
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It makes me so happy to see our Meyer lemon trees full of sunny spheres.</div>
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Now I can have them all year, and pretend I'm in Ibiza!</div>
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This recipe is so easy to make.</div>
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After I picked the lemons...</div>
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I washed them, sliced them into pretty petals, </div>
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then salted...</div>
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Then tightly packed them into a glass jar, </div>
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and nestled in fresh thyme...</div>
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and a bay leaf.</div>
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(she also adds chilies but I omitted those simply so I can use the lemons in more recipes)</div>
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Boiled and cooled water was added...</div>
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and a topping of olive oil.</div>
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It is so pretty to look at that I don't even mind the 1-2 month wait for them to preserve!</div>
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They will be perfect to use in salads, tagines, pastas... </div>
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Ibiza may be known as a party mecca but it will always remind me of lemons.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Fatima's Mum's Preserved Lemons</span><br />
<i>from Ibiza Land and Sea</i><br />
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For a 3 L jar (6 pints)<br />
Preparation 1-2 months before using<br />
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12 organic lemons<br />
24 tsp course salt<br />
1 bay leaf<br />
1 branch of thyme<br />
3-4 small chillies<br />
Olive oil<br />
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Clean the jar you are going to use in very hot hater and dry. Boil a large saucepan of water for 5 minutes, then leave to cool. This will later fill the jar. Wash the lemons and half-cut into quarters, ensuring the cuts allow the lemons to stay whole but open lie flowers.<br />
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Take the first lemon, open it up and pour 2 tsp of coarse salt into the centre, in the heart of the four quarters. Close up tightly and place in the jar. Repeat for all the lemons, pressing down as tightly as possible in the jar. In between, slip in the bay leaf, the thyme and the chillies.<br />
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Gently pour in the boiled water but do not fill to the top. Leave about 2 centimetres and top up with olive oil. Close the lid of the jar tightly and turn the jar upside down, leaving for 24 hours. The next day, turn the jar back up and leave the lemons to soak for 1-2 months before using.<br />
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With this method, the lemons can keep out side the fridge for a year if the jar is tightly closed. Once it has been opened, place the lemons in the frig.<br />
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The holidays are here and I am ready to stir it up!</div>
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I am giving 2 festive cocktails a whirl this Christmas.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jolly Jelly Cocktail</span></div>
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When enjoying a cocktail, I tend to be a creature of habit.</div>
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Typically I will have the old standby, a vodka soda.</div>
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With one spin of spoon, I've transformed the old standby </div>
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into something as jolly as a bowlful of jelly...</div>
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I definitely think it would make Santa laugh and stay for a sip...</div>
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I prepared the standard vodka, soda and crushed ice...</div>
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and swirled in a dollop of raspberry jam.</div>
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I may <i>preserve </i>this recipe all through the winter!</div>
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When there is a chill in the air, </div>
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you long for something warm in your mug...</div>
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I've <i>drummed</i> up the easiest, Hot Buttered Rum.</div>
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It is one of the <i>finest gifts to bring </i>to the Christmas Cocktail menu!</div>
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I've taken <a href="http://www.jacolynmurphy.com/2014/11/hot-buttered-rum-perfect-holiday-drink.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>my favorite recipe</b> </a>and made it even easier...</div>
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the magical Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Butter from Trader Joe's...</div>
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I love Trader Joe's for so many reasons.</div>
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It started in my hometown, </div>
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I can rely on them for quick easy dinners, </div>
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they always have free samples,</div>
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their products are one of a kind and</div>
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it is inexpensive.</div>
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This year it is also a treasure trove of fun gifts for everyone on my list!</div>
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There is nothing better than fresh bread and creamy butter.</div>
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These 3 unique flavored spreads, </div>
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paired with a fresh baguette is a comforting gift your host can enjoy the next day.</div>
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Cherries are cheery, colorful and crucial to have on hand to garnish drinks and desserts.</div>
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They are a great gift and paired with a <a href="https://store.moma.org/kitchen-dining/serving-flatware/kipik-toothpick-holder/99538-99538.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIo5rd0viO3wIVaCCtBh2jGgXeEAQYASABEgJPbPD_BwE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">festive toothpick holder,</a> it's </div>
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the "cherry on top"!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">No Bake Gingerbread</span><br />
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There is nothing like the holiday smell of fresh baked gingerbread.</div>
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Give them a Trader Joe's candle and cute gingerbread men </div>
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and you've all of the elements without any of the work!</div>
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Give that fast food lover the 1st class treatment!</div>
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This wonderful spread elevates any hot dog or burger </div>
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and this <a href="https://www.michaels.com/shiny-multicolor-glass-hamburger-ornament-by-ashland/10565596.html#start=6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elegant ornament</a> spruces up any tree...</div>
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Definitely a present they will go nuts for!</div>
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Top this amazing nut mix with a fresh rosemary wreath. </div>
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It instantly decks the halls and gives them something to enjoy while they conspire by the fire.</div>
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It'll give them the instant holiday glow!</div>
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There is a reason Ho, Ho, Ho rhymes with Trader Joe, Joe, Joe!</div>
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There is nothing like homemade for the holidays.</div>
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Treats created for family and friends is so special and personal.</div>
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This year our chocolate <b>bark </b>is going to bring joy with each <b>bite!</b></div>
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One of the best things about chocolate bark is that is is so customizable.</div>
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You can add in crushed candy canes, freeze dried berries, nuts, toffee, espresso bits...</div>
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we are giving it in mini tin dwellings.</div>
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My favorite recipe is from my friends at <b><a href="https://www.organizationandrelocation.com/blog/2018/9/25/holiday-bark-recipe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Organization and Relocation</a>.</b></div>
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Not only do they keep me inspired to be clutter free and make my household beautifully serene, </div>
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their founder's legendary bark is a holiday party must.</div>
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Home Sweet Home indeed!</div>
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My dad is the king of breakfast.</div>
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When I recently mentioned his legendary Salami and Eggs to a friend,</div>
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I was shocked that she had never heard of the combination.</div>
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For our family, its a classic dish from a classy guy!</div>
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It is just 3 simple ingredients, </div>
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farm fresh eggs, salami and basil...</div>
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The combination of fluffy, buttery eggs, crisp savory salami and fresh basil</div>
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is as irresistible as Bob!</div>
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<i>serves 2</i></div>
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4 eggs</div>
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1 Tablespoon butter</div>
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6-8 slices of salami cut into thin strips</div>
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Fry salami strips in a small pan over medium heat until crispy. Be careful as they tend to crisp up quickly. Remove from pan and drain on a paper towel. In a small bowl whisk the eggs and add salt and pepper. In the same pan as you fried the salami, add butter and melt it slowly on low heat until frothy. Pour in eggs and stir eggs with a rubber spatula until cooked. Transfer to 2 plates, top with salami and garnish with basil. </div>
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My family loves ramen. </div>
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It's fun to eat, easy to make </div>
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and there are so many ways to celebrate with it for the holidays.</div>
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This year it will be <b>Ramen around the Christmas Tree!</b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">O Christmas Tree, Cup O Christmas Tree Gift</span><br />
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This eco-friendly gift is perfect for everyone, </div>
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especially the "Christmas Tree Huggers" on your list...</div>
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Save your Cup O' Noodles container and plant a mini evergreen inside.</div>
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What a way reduce, reuse, recycle and say, </div>
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Peace on Earth!</div>
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<a href="https://1drv.ms/b/s!Ari73Ti8QkO3kEW82De7TsqYPO0l" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Printable tags are here</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Make it a Ramen Holiday</span><br />
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Everyone loves Chex Mix, but this version has a slight Asian flair.</div>
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It makes a unique gift that is totally addictive...</div>
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Dry ramen noodles add to the flavor and crunch<br />
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It is definitely a flavorful adventure!</div>
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3 cups Rice Chex </div>
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3 cups Wheat Chex</div>
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1 cup peanuts (I like Planter's Red Skins)</div>
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1 cup wasabi peas</div>
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Melt 6 tablespoons butter and stir in:</div>
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1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt</div>
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1 teaspoon garlic powder</div>
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder</div>
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Place on parchment lined baking sheet and bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Allow to cool before placing in airtight containers.</div>
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<a href="https://1drv.ms/b/s!Ari73Ti8QkO3kETR6ItwIxamxPA8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Printable tag here</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Give Santa's Beard some Cheer</span></div>
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Ramen noodles served on a Santa plate,</div>
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give him a delectable make over!</div>
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Deck the gifts with ramen and ornaments.</div>
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The recipient will be <i>bowled </i>over with this <a href="https://www.michaels.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ramen ornament</a> </div>
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and red and green packaged noodles.</div>
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What better way to top his gifts than with a wreath of one of his favorite things?</div>
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Cook plain ramen noodles in boiling water until just soft, about 2 minutes.</div>
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I'm dreaming of a <i>Vine</i> Christmas!</div>
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Red Vines are vibrant, fun and the epitome of holiday cheer.</div>
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Here are a few festively easy ways to celebrate the season with them.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A Sweet Sleigh Gift</span></div>
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Who wouldn't love a load of licorice?</div>
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Perfect for party favors, teachers, Secret Santas, co-workers, neighbors...</div>
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it is the easiest, cutest and most economical present of all.</div>
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It is guaranteed to have them laughing all the way through the holidays...</div>
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There must have been some magic in that licorice hat we made.</div>
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It turns a simple place setting into a fun place to laugh and play!</div>
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Cut black Red Vines into the desired lengths to make the hat.</div>
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Dip end of the vines that you would like to adhere into a small pot of boiling water for just a few seconds to soften it.</div>
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Place where you would like it to stick </div>
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Place on parchment paper until dry.</div>
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And don't forget his carrot nose!</div>
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I cut the stem end flat and used a touch of peanut butter to "glue" it to the plate.</div>
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Milk and cookies are nice but a little ordinary don't you think?</div>
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Surprise St. Nick with a jolly Red Vines treat.</div>
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There is no better way to drink a holiday beverage than through a </div>
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Red Vines Straw...</div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">My family looks forward to those special things we do once a year and </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Our Eggnog is always Clover Sonoma - </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">they make 4 varieties after all!</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Everything they make is sourced from a select group of Northern California farmers, </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">focusing on sustainability, and taking care of the land and the animals.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">They are deep rooted in traditions and their </span><a href="https://cloversonoma.com/inventory/organic-maple-bourbon-eggnog/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Organic Maple Bourbon Eggnog </span></a></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">With one sip, I am instantly transported to the days of Christmas past.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">It is creamy and rich with a blend of holiday spices,</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">That not only is Santa Claus coming to town, but so is Santa CLO!</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Clover’s lovable mascot, Clo the Cow, was also the founder, Gene Beneditti's creation </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">and is a cherished local celebrity.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">This holiday season, she's ready to celebrate and is taking her show on the road. </span></span></div>
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Thanksgiving leftovers are almost as important as the big feast.</div>
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There is nothing better than a fresh turkey sandwich.</div>
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I keep it fairly simple, but when I saw the incredible </div>
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Hot Turkey Sandwich, topped with peas from </div>
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Prep time: 3 hours 15 minutes, plus overnight refrigerating</div>
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<li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0px 1em; padding: 5px; vertical-align: baseline;">2 tablespoons tomato paste</li>
<li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0px 1em; padding: 5px; vertical-align: baseline;">3 quarts (2.8 L) chicken stock</li>
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<li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0px 1em; padding: 5px; vertical-align: baseline;">Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat the turkey breasts with oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the turkey breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breasts reaches 145°F (63°C). Remove the breasts from the oven and wrap in plastic wrap. Let cool, then place in the fridge until the next day.</li>
<li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0px 1em; padding: 5px; vertical-align: baseline;">Meanwhile, pat the turkey necks dry and cut into 2-inch (5 cm) portions. (You can cut right through the vertebrae.) Season with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, heat ½ inch (12 mm) of oil over medium heat. Cook the turkey necks until they’re nice and dark brown on all sides. Remove and set aside. To the same pot, add the onion, carrot, and celery until they’re cooked down, then add the tomato paste; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.</li>
<li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0px 1em; padding: 5px; vertical-align: baseline;">Place the necks back into the pot and add the stock and bay leaves. You can add parsley and thyme as well. Bring to a boil, skim the scum that rises with a ladle, and turn the heat to low; braise for 2½ to 3 hours. Once the meat on the necks is fork-tender, remove the necks and strain the stock into a large container; refrigerate overnight.</li>
<li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0px 1em; padding: 5px; vertical-align: baseline;">The next day, pick the neck meat off the bones. Make the gravy: In a medium saucepot over medium heat, cook the flour and butter until golden brown, stirring constantly, 10 to 15 minutes. Add 4 cups turkey stock from the necks.</li>
<li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0px 1em; padding: 5px; vertical-align: baseline;">Thinly slice the turkey breasts against the grain. Place one slice of bread on a plate, then top with 3 slices of breast and 2 heaping tablespoons of the cold braised turkey-neck meat, then 3 more slices of breast. Push down on the meat to compress. Pour hot gravy over the entire sandwich. In a medium saucepan, warm the peas with just a little butter and water; season with salt. Spoon a big pile on top of your hot turkey sandwich.</li>
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There are so many ways to cook turkey.</div>
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Roasted, barbecued, fried and now microwaved!</div>
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you can have turkey cupcakes in a cup in under a minute.</div>
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This gift from the sea is always better when enjoyed with family and friends...</div>
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and I was thrilled to find a recipe for her Jalapeño Dressing that she pairs with fresh raw oysters.</div>
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This book is delightful and festive.</div>
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Process 10 jalapeños (seeds removed), 7 Tablespoons of white wine vinegar, some sea salt, 3 cloves of garlic and 1/2 cup chopped, fresh chives in a blender.<br />
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When I was a kid, cooked peas and carrots were the veggie combo that scared me to death.</div>
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I couldn't stand them and thought they were not only mushy and tasteless but torture to eat.</div>
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As an ode to my childhood fears, I<br />
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This is what I've learned about peas, </div>
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I like them fresh and crisp...</div>
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(You'll need 2 cups)</div>
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This is what I've learned about carrots, </div>
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I like them raw and spiralized...</div>
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(you'll need 2 large fresh ones)</div>
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This doesn't look so frightening does it?</div>
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To keep that Halloween Spirit, mix them both with a fun black pasta</div>
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(this is one bag of <a href="https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Trader-Joe-Black-Bean-Pasta-40924751" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Trader Joe's Black Bean</a> Rotini, </div>
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cooked according to package instructions and cooled)...</div>
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6 Tablespoons Light (in color) Olive Oil</div>
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1 finely diced shallot</div>
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I think my childhood nightmare has turned into a dream!</div>
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Oh Pumpkin Seeds!</div>
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The minute we start to carve our pumpkins, </div>
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I remember how much I love them roasted.</div>
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Maybe it's because we always made them when I was a child, </div>
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maybe it's because of their unique, savory flavor, </div>
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maybe it's because it is such a laborious task to clean them that they are so special.</div>
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In addition to the traditional seeds roasted with salt, </div>
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we got into the season with seasonings and made 2 other flavors...</div>
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Everything but the Bagel Seasoning...</div>
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The combination of <span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">sesame seeds,</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> poppy seeds, </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">sea salt flakes, dried garlic and </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">dried onions are perfect with the savory seeds.</span></span></div>
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To make <b>Everything but the Bagel Seasoning Seeds</b>:</div>
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Melt 1/2 stick of butter and mix into 1 cup of cleaned and dried pumpkin seeds...</div>
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Spread onto a parchment lined baking sheet and bake in a 225 degree oven for about 25 minutes, stirring a few times for even roasting. Then raise the oven temperature to 350 degrees and bake about 10 minutes until golden. Keep on eye one them, they can turn quickly!</div>
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Mix 1 cup of seeds with 1/2 stick of melted butter.</div>
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Then toss warm seeds with 1 Tablespoon of Pumpkin Pie Seasoning </div>
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They make a great sweet Fall treat by the handful or they are an amazing ice cream topper!</div>
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My family definitely takes advantage of all of the ethnic cuisines </div>
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that surround us in the San Francisco Bay Area.</div>
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We love exploring new foods and learning more about their cultures.</div>
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We rarely make Korean food at home, mainly because of a lack of knowledge so I was thrilled to be given an advanced copy of the new <a href="https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/korean-home-cooking_9781419732409/" target="_blank">Korean Home Cooking </a>cookbook.</div>
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It is a beautiful, informative book, full of wonderful recipes.</div>
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I had one thing in mind as I first thumbed through my copy however.</div>
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I want a foolproof way to make the ultimate soft boiled egg </div>
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to top Asian noodle dishes such as udon and ramen. </div>
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My son and I have always marveled how they are always so perfect in restaurants.</div>
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Not too runny because that would be overbearing, not too hard because that wouldn't give the dish the silky, creamy touch that we love so much.</div>
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Well... I found the holy grail!</div>
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So simple, so pure, so beautiful...</div>
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Why does it make me so happy?</div>
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This cookbook showed me so many interesting ways not only to use soft boiled eggs, but kimchi and included techniques and ingredients I was not familiar with but am so excited to try.</div>
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It is an amazing culinary excursion without leaving your house.</div>
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Bring a small pot of water to boil. Gently drop in the eggs and boil for 7 minutes. Remove the eggs from the pot and cover with cold water, cracking them gently against the side of the pot so that their shells break slightly. Then get noodles ready, peel eggs and slice to top on ramen or udon.</div>
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<i>Thank you to ABRAMS Books for sponsoring this post and for sending me an advanced copy of <b><a href="https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/korean-home-cooking_9781419732409/" target="_blank">Korean Home Cooking</a>.</b> I am party of the ABRAMS Dinner Party so there will be more wonderful recipes to come.</i>Alexishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03320301988472778051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043966024194948279.post-90229138111280556932018-10-17T04:00:00.000-07:002018-10-17T04:00:06.826-07:00Easy DIY Paper Flowers for a Lucky Day of the Dead <div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;">In the annual Mexican celebration, the </span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;">Day of the Dead </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;">is a time when families gather to honor and remember deceased loved ones. </span></span></div>
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It is festive and joyful.</div>
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When I saw the recent California Lottery Scratcher game I had to laugh.</div>
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How did they know that playing the lottery is one of my favorite memories of so many relatives?</div>
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So we are focusing our memorial celebration<br />
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Simply stack colorful tissue paper about 8 pieces thick </div>
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(mine is 3.5" in diameter but you could use any size)</div>
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Then gather 5 or 6 of them that you would like for one flower...</div>
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Carefully hot glue each layer together in the center and stack on top of each other...<br />
(you could use regular glue also but I like hot glue because it takes very little time to dry,<br />
doesn't bleed and really holds the paper together.</div>
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Wait until glue sets and then from the top layer start to crumple the paper inward...</div>
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go layer by layer until...</div>
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it looks like this...</div>
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then fluff the layers out...</div>
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Here's to hoping our ancestors can help us win those big bucks...</div>
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Imagine what next year's celebration will be like if we win!</div>
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