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Golden Chiffon Cake
Good ol’ golden chiffon never fails me, even if she almost did. I almost underbaked this one too, but realizing this before I was on the road, I was able to pop it into the oven for 15 more minutes.
Golden Chiffon Cake
Good ol’ golden chiffon never fails me, even if she almost did. I almost underbaked this one too, but realizing this before I was on the road, I was able to pop it into the oven for 15 more minutes.
Potato Soup
The craving for potato soup struck Wednesday night. But in searching for recipes I came across potato soup, baked potato soup, potato bisque, potato chowdah, cream of potato?? They’re all pretty similar, and truly I don’t see many differences between
Potato Soup
The craving for potato soup struck Wednesday night. But in searching for recipes I came across potato soup, baked potato soup, potato bisque, potato chowdah, cream of potato?? They’re all pretty similar, and truly I don’t see many differences between
Blondies – Flop #2
I am such a fan of blondies, sweet, chewy goodness. With this recipe I think I’d bake it longer next time, or not melt the butter? And cut the sugar, they came out a bit undercooked and sweet. I used
Blondies – Flop #2
I am such a fan of blondies, sweet, chewy goodness. With this recipe I think I’d bake it longer next time, or not melt the butter? And cut the sugar, they came out a bit undercooked and sweet. I used
Pork Fried Rice – Flop #1
Last week I decided to cook one and a half times and eat twice. So meal #1 was char siu (chinese bbq pork) with rice, and meal #2 was pork fried rice. I used a package of char siu seasoning
Pork Fried Rice – Flop #1
Last week I decided to cook one and a half times and eat twice. So meal #1 was char siu (chinese bbq pork) with rice, and meal #2 was pork fried rice. I used a package of char siu seasoning
Paris Prestige – Part Un
I learned about Paris Prestige, through an ad in the local paper and was instantly intrigued. The location they occupy was previously a Jerry’s, then SpiceTown. The decor: You can clearly see the remnants of the previous occupants, not exactly a french
Paris Prestige – Part Un
I learned about Paris Prestige, through an ad in the local paper and was instantly intrigued. The location they occupy was previously a Jerry’s, then SpiceTown. The decor: You can clearly see the remnants of the previous occupants, not exactly a french
Sakulthai
I don’t have one favorite cuisine, but thai is definitely top 5. Wanting to celebrate the end of the first week of tax season, I treated myself to Sakulthai in Alexandria, VA. I ordered the regular – drunken noodles with
Sakulthai
I don’t have one favorite cuisine, but thai is definitely top 5. Wanting to celebrate the end of the first week of tax season, I treated myself to Sakulthai in Alexandria, VA. I ordered the regular – drunken noodles with
I’m a slacker I know
Jessica’s Riddle: Q: What did the noodle-shop owner say when her place got robbed? (Answer at the end of the post) So… On the past two occasions that I’ve eaten out, it has been when I was ravenously hungry, so taking
I’m a slacker I know
Jessica’s Riddle: Q: What did the noodle-shop owner say when her place got robbed? (Answer at the end of the post) So… On the past two occasions that I’ve eaten out, it has been when I was ravenously hungry, so taking
Alto Plaza
If you’ve ever been to the intersection of 28 or 29 in Centreville, chances are you’ve seen this massive restaurant situated in the middle of a strip mall. I was originally intrigued, but after reading tepid reviews I decided against it. However the
Alto Plaza
If you’ve ever been to the intersection of 28 or 29 in Centreville, chances are you’ve seen this massive restaurant situated in the middle of a strip mall. I was originally intrigued, but after reading tepid reviews I decided against it. However the
Pork chops and Celery-root puree
After watching Healthy Appetite last Saturday I was inspired to make the celery root-apple puree with cider gravy. According to Ellie most markets have celery root in their produce section, not so. Luckily the third grocery store was a success,
Pork chops and Celery-root puree
After watching Healthy Appetite last Saturday I was inspired to make the celery root-apple puree with cider gravy. According to Ellie most markets have celery root in their produce section, not so. Luckily the third grocery store was a success,
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