Semolina Herb Crackers

Tucked away in the soft rolling hills, above the Missouri River Valley, lies the farmstead of Green Dirt Farm.  Owned and run by Sarah Hoffman and Jacqueline Smith, this community-based sheep dairy farm produces award-winning cheeses, yogurts, and 100% grass fed lamb. In February, I had the privilege of visiting this land with its picturesque […]

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Oeufs en Cocotte

Weekend brunch is all about the egg. Frittata, strata, spanish tortilla, Benedict, poached, soft scrambled, fried, omelet, and so on.  You can’t go wrong with any of them and everyone has their personal favorite. For the non-egg lovers, even french toast is embraced for its custardy-goodness. Many people will vote breakfast as their favorite meal […]

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Strawberry Rose Eclairs

What luxuries in life do you enjoy most? Is it material possessions, such as a gorgeous home, a nice car, or a vast wardrobe? Items you worked hard for and therefore their value is more meaningful. Or how about travel? Richly rewarding in life experiences and a time set aside especially for yourself. A time […]

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Jasmine Apricot Macarons

Spring. Let the count down begin. Only two weeks away. Staring out into the early morning landscapes of snow, frost, and ice over the past month has made it seem like winter will never end. However, winter comes every year and every year this is exactly what I say. I know I’ve reached my limit […]

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