Author Archive
Posted on: January 9th, 2013
by Amy Martin
Ever since I got a bread machine for Christmas of 2011, I’ve bought considerably less ‘specialty’ breads at my local grocery store because of how easy (and frugal) it is...
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Posted on: January 9th, 2013
by Amy Martin
Maple Banana Flaxseed Bread From the new cookbook, 300 Best Bread Machine Recipes by Donna Washburn and Heather Butt Makes one 1.5 lb loaf Ingredients: 1/3 cup water 1 cup...
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Posted on: January 3rd, 2013
by Amy Martin
If Santa didn’t bring you everything you wanted for Christmas, there’s still time to get one more gift for your kitchen! We’re excited to announce a giveaway with KitchenAid for...
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Posted on: January 2nd, 2013
by Amy Martin
Now that it’s finally getting chilly in the Valley, warm, wintery soups have made their way into my weekly menus at home. Rich, beefy soups and stews are my favorite...
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Posted on: January 2nd, 2013
by Amy Martin
Pork and Scallion Wonton Soup From the new cookbook, 300 Sensational Soups by Carla Snyder and Meredith Deeds Serves 6 You’ll Need: Baking sheet, lined with parchment paper Ingredients: 8oz...
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Posted on: December 31st, 2012
by Amy Martin
Bacon. Everyone loves it. Bacon products surround from bacon-flavored candy to bacon-shaped Band-Aids. The current bacon craze is likely to never end because, truthfully, can you ever really have enough...
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Posted on: December 29th, 2012
by Amy Martin
If you’ve known me for very long, then you know I’m never happier in the morning than when I wake up to a fresh donut waiting for me on a...
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Posted on: December 29th, 2012
by Amy Martin
New Year’s Champagne Donuts From the new cookbook, 150 Best Donut Recipes by George Geary Makes 12 Donuts You’ll Need: Stand mixer with paddle attachment 3-inch (7.5 cm) round donut...
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Posted on: December 19th, 2012
by Amy Martin
El Chorro recently announced their seasonal, winter cocktail menu perfect for a before-dinner cocktail hour or holiday sips with friends. The special cocktails will be available through February 28, giving...
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Posted on: December 13th, 2012
by Amy Martin
I’ve always said that one of the Valley’s most romantic spots sits up away from the city at Four Seasons Scottsdale Troon North, be it a relaxing staycation or dinner...
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