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Chocolate Macadamia Nut Wedges

By Eliot, on March 23rd, 2014%

For the Food ‘n Flix film this month, we all watched “Stranger Than Fiction.” I was inspired by Ana’s sultry description of baked goods to make these Chocolate Macadamia Nut Wedges. . . . → Read More: Chocolate Macadamia Nut Wedges

“Ready for Spring” Strawberry Muffins #TwelveLoaves

By Eliot, on March 20th, 2014%

Yep, I am ready.

The time has changed and we have all sprung back.

The snow, ice and polar vortexes are gone.

I have seen a robin.

It is time for spring.

Welcome sunshine.

To celebrate (and to participate in #TwelveLoaves) I decided to use some fresh strawberries. It won’t be long and . . . → Read More: “Ready for Spring” Strawberry Muffins #TwelveLoaves

Dessert for a Feast (for Food ‘n Flix)

By Eliot, on February 25th, 2014%

The Food ‘n Flix pick this month was Babette’s Feast. This wonderful movie inspired me to make Kugelhopf. Keep reading for the film synopsis, Babette’s menu and my meager attempt at dessert. . . . → Read More: Dessert for a Feast (for Food ‘n Flix)

Peperonata Chicken Pasta

By Eliot, on February 16th, 2014%

Here is a delicious main dish for February’s Secret Recipe Club. . . . → Read More: Peperonata Chicken Pasta

Food ‘n Flix Round-Up: The Breakfast Club

By Eliot, on January 31st, 2014%

Yes, I know that The Breakfast Club wasn’t chock full of foodie references.

Yes, I know that besides the title itself and the lunch scene, there is not a whole lot of food in this film.

But, dontcha know I think it was a worthy film for Food ‘n Flix this . . . → Read More: Food ‘n Flix Round-Up: The Breakfast Club

Baking Cakes in Kigali

By Eliot, on January 27th, 2014%

For this round of Cook the Books, we traveled to Kigali to bake cakes with Angel in Gaile Parkin’s novel. I tried my best to bake colorful cupcakes that would make Angel proud. Keep reading to judge for yourself. . . . → Read More: Baking Cakes in Kigali

“Waffled” Breakfast Club Sandwich

By Eliot, on January 26th, 2014%

I came of age in the 80s. I wore leg warmers, neon colors, Flashdance-influenced sweatshirts, and designer jeans. My hair has been pink, asymmetric, and teased up high (just not all at once). I have been a punk, a prep, and a rocker.

Circa 1985. Such babies.

I feel old.

No really— . . . → Read More: “Waffled” Breakfast Club Sandwich

Pumpkin Cookies Galore for January’s Secret Recipe Club

By Eliot, on January 19th, 2014%

I couldn’t help myself; I had to make three recipes from my assigned blog-buddy this month: Pumpkin Seed Oatmeal Cookies, Pumpkin Shortbread Bars, and Pumpkin Gingersnaps. Do you see a trend here? . . . → Read More: Pumpkin Cookies Galore for January’s Secret Recipe Club

Food ‘n Flix Announcement!!!!!!

By Eliot, on January 2nd, 2014%

Join me for my first hosting gig as I draw us all back into the 80s. . . . → Read More: Food ‘n Flix Announcement!!!!!!

Dulce de Leche White Chocolate Cookies

By Eliot, on December 24th, 2013%

These are delicious cookies to leave out for Santa tonight. I hope Buddy likes them too because this is my Food ‘n Flix post this month for “Elf.” . . . → Read More: Dulce de Leche White Chocolate Cookies

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