Dispensing Happiness

A good cook is like a sorceress who dispenses happiness.-Elsa Schiapirelli

That's me, the magical good cook.

Borrowing from my friend Dexygus, I've created my own food blog.

Read of my exploits in the kitchen! Salivate over the descriptions of fabulous desserts and savory meals I've concocted!

No, seriously...go ahead. It'll make my day.

Monday, March 01, 2010

Ginger Cardamom Scones

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Perfect for breakfast: tea & scones.

Reactions ranged from "Yumnumnum" to "This tastes really good" to "Mmm...".

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Cajun Chicken & Andouille Skewers with Dirty Rice

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For Mardi Gras, a day early because Tuesdays are dine-with-the-in-laws-days.

Chicken & Andouille sausage seasoned with salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme & paprika, then grilled.

And an (Almost) Dirty Rice on the side.

Vegged up for the non-meat eaters by using faux sausages & chick'n as well as a substitute sausage for the rice.

Monday, February 15, 2010

Pan-Asian Chicken & Vegetable Lettuce Wraps

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Monday, February 01, 2010

Pasta with Shredded Chicken & Fried Basil

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Donna Hay recipe, from New Food Fast.

Pasta, tossed with olive oil in which basil is quickly fried, topped with shredded roasted chicken (or Morningstar Farms Meal Starters Chick'n Strips) & crumbled feta; crisp & delicate fried basil leaves to finish.

Monday, January 18, 2010

365: Day 18

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1930 Tiled Mantle

Sunday, January 17, 2010

365: Day 17

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Wishful thinking.

Saturday, January 16, 2010

Your Last Meal

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If Matt's going to die, at least he dies happy.

Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict, with homemade crumpets.

365: Day 16

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Yes, we do like tea. Why do you ask?

Friday, January 15, 2010

365: Day 15

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Still baking for superheroes: a vanilla sponge cake soaked in lemon simple syrup, filled with lemon curd & coated in ganache; birthday cake for the fictional teenage clone of a superhero.

Thursday, January 14, 2010

365: Day 14

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Remains of the Day

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

365: Day 13

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Could not be prouder of DC for releasing an 'action' figure of Amanda Waller. Talk about breaking the mold.

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

365: Day 12

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Dancing Shoes. Ok, more like 'shifting-weight-from-one-foot-to-the-other-shoes'.

Monday, January 11, 2010

365: Day 11

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No, they are not giant CDs...

Sunday, January 10, 2010

365: Day 10

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Huggable sushi

Saturday, January 09, 2010

365: Day 9

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I really do bake for superheroes! Booster Gold cupcakes.

Friday, January 08, 2010

365: Day 8

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Go on...smile!

Thursday, January 07, 2010

365: Day 7

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This snowy scene brings the South to its collective knees.

Wednesday, January 06, 2010

365: Day 6

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When the locals can't get it right, do it yourself.

Tuesday, January 05, 2010

365: Day 5

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Jan5 on 365 Project


It's a good feeling, knowing you're loved.

Captains Courageous (& trusty sidekick)

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Accidental matching hats. Very nifty.

You Know You're a Foodie When...

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At the age of six & three-quarters years old, your grandparents give you pasta for Christmas.

Monday, January 04, 2010

365: Day 4

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Hope

Sunday, January 03, 2010

365: Day 3

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Food as Art, or Art as Food?

Saturday, January 02, 2010

365: Day 2

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Jan2 on 365 Project

Everyone needs a snuggle buddy...

Friday, January 01, 2010

365: Day 1

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Jan1 on 365 Project

Osric might have overdone the New Year's celebrations...

Saturday, December 26, 2009

Presents for All

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The puppies get gifts, too. Gingerbread-shaped rawhide treats. They were all very sweet & gentle, starting with Doolin.



Donegal shoved her way in next, such a lady.



Then Wicklow...




...followed by the big boy, Duke.



All except Fluffy...who for whatever reason, refuses to eat hard treats. He got teeny 'steaks'.

Friday, December 25, 2009

Looney Tunes for the Win

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...how you know a gift is a hit.

From Our House to Yours

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Thursday, December 17, 2009

BBM: Pretty Things from India

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There's always an awkward moment, during Blogging by Mail match-ups. It comes when I need to find someone to send me a package. Nothing like saying 'hey, give me stuff, ok?' to someone you don't know!

This time the task was given to Gauri, of Life Rules in India.




And what a lovely, & unexpected, package I got!!




A pretty holiday card.



A bag of tea. Because...in my house...few things are better than tea!



A wonderful hand-written note on very pretty paper.



And jewelry!! Gauri sent two kinds.



These gorgeous beaded necklaces & earrings, which she made herself (and just happened to 'know' purple & blue are among my favorite colors?).







And these amazing & so-delicate terra cotta pieces, as well!



Jewlery, for me, is definitely an indulgence. So thank you, Gauri...I get to feel pretty & special with my new accessories!!

Tuesday, December 08, 2009

They Tell You to Eat Three Square Meals a Day...

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So, I'm only following orders.

Dinner of Gruyere waffles topped with peppery bacon (or Morningstar Farms faux bacon strips) & scrambled eggs. Seriously filling & perfect on a cold night.

Sunday, December 06, 2009

File Under: "Shiny" & "Bright". Also, "On Sale".

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You've seen me talk about New West Knifeworks; their Super Bread Knife as well as the Santoku & the Chopper.

And through Wednesday, their Fusionwood Steak Knife Set & their Damascus Steak Knife Set are on sale.

Yes, it's a bit more than you'd pay for a a set of knives from your local box store, & yes...they are worth every penny.

Sunday, November 29, 2009

Two Days After Thanksgiving Dinner '09: Scenes From the Crime

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Missing from photos: Coffin Meatloaf, Blood Soup with Eyeballs & Bugs (tomato soup, bocconcini with pimento & olives studded with chive antenna & rosemary legs).

Thursday, November 26, 2009

Let's Call it 'Eclectic'

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Pumpkin Seed Flatbread

Non-traditional Tday dinner with the in-laws.



Caprese



Tofu & Mushroom-Filled Yuba Bundles




Jicama, Red Cabbage & Carrot Salad





Cream of Pepper Soup



Wild Rice with Walnuts





Ginger Ice Cream



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