Monthly Archives: April 2011

King Cake

Mardi Gras will soon arrive and King Cake is one of the traditional treats enjoyed for this holiday.  This brioche like cake is also called the “Three Kings Cake” because its symbolism is tied to the Epiphany and it traditionally … Continue reading

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Corned Beef and Cabbage

3 lb (approx) corned beef, flat cut brisket 3 medium onions, peeled and quartered 10 whole carrots, peeled 6 black peppercorns 4 bay leaves 1 TBSP ground Syrian Seven Spice or Chinese Five Spice Blend 1 TBSP pickling spices (or … Continue reading

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Passover Feast

Sometimes you hear about something your whole life but don’t really understand it, or you think it is an outdated practice that no one does now. Passover was like that for me. When I was a child I considered Passover itself a fascinating … Continue reading

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Marshmallow Peeps

A Very Chick Spring Treat Spring is here! Flowers are blooming, birds are singing, and marshmallow Peeps are in almost every store. Though I am not a big fan of their flavor they are pretty cute–and my husband “needs” to … Continue reading

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