Category: Brain Food
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Yogurt + Ricotta = Yogotta (and it’s delicious)
The perfect way to use up leftover ricotta? Yogurt + Ricotta = Yogotta. Maybe there's a rich, tasty, cannoliesque parfait in your future - especially once you discover how quick, easy, and simple it i... Read More
Instant Cookies, Yo! Like, for reals.
Here's a cute bit of everyday cooking: instant cookies! By simply keeping your dough in the fridge, you can bake up fresh, homemade (chocolate chip, for instance) cookies in any quantity, on a whim. J... Read More
Crème Fraîche: Biology and Cooking
Crème Fraîche can be made at home with buttermilk and heavy cream. It's simple and easy. In this post, we'll explain the biology behind it and show you how to do it. ... Read More
Leelanau Cheese French-Style Fromage Blanc
Leelanau Cheese French-Style Fromage Blanc is a small-batch, artisan, herbed fresh-cheese spread made in northern Michigan. Since I stumbled onto it, I've been feasting on it morning, noon, and night.... Read More
Without a Wedding Planner
This post is the first in a series that will have to do with planning epic food for a very special couple's DIY wedding reception. We'll explore some ideas, review some caterers, check out some venues... Read More
Chicken under a Brick
"Chicken under a Brick" is the funniest way to cook a bird.... Read More
Fat Tuesday is Feb 9 this year, the same day as Mardi Gras! Coincidence?
It's Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday, the climax of Carnival, the day before Lent). Do you know where your pączki are?... Read More