For the last 5ish years my friend Amanda and I have been hosting an annual cookie party. Now the typical premise of a cookie party is for all the guests to make something like 6 dozen cookies, of the same type. Then at the party, everyone is able to exchange cookies and leave with a variety of cookies. That is not this party….
How to Host a Cookie Tasting Party
The Best Juicy Venison Loin Recipe
In this house we love venison. This meat while not so mainstream is incredibly delicious and lean, which makes it a great choice for the health conscious carnivore. Right now we are cooking venison at least once a week, and in keeping this space a reflection of myself I think that it is important to share some of my favorite venison recipes with you.
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You guys, November flew by, like literally just flew. I feel like I missed the entire month because it went by so fast. Similarly to last month little went as planned, but I’m taking it in stride. It might just be the way of things now. I can’t tell you how this year’s one little word has made this whole mess so much easier. It’s become a mantra for me, helping me stay sane in all the crazy.
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Seared Wood Duck with Maple Pan Sauce
Wood ducks are some of the most beautiful ducks around, in my opinion. It seems fitting that they are also undeniably delicious. When cooked properly the meat is tender, juicy and full of flavor. Wood duck is easily one of my favorites.
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Massaged Kale Salad with Maple Balsamic Dressing
Oh for the love of a good kale salad.
Admittedly it took me a while to actually like kale. It had its time in the limelight as the top superfood for a long time, and I just couldn’t get on the train. The leaves were tough, the stems woody, and it never did well in my garden. Then I began to learn the truth about kale.
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