Caramel Apple Tart

Caramel Apple Tart

People always talk about the “lazy days of summer,” but I have to argue that fall has plenty of laziness, too. Yes, there is school that starts back and lots of holidays to plan for,…

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Dr. Koci’s Tips for Happiness and Eternal Bliss

Dr. Koci’s Tips for Happiness and Eternal Bliss

Disclaimer: That might be a slight exaggeration. We’re changing things up today here at La Kocinera! After weeks and weeks of mostly food-related posts, I was getting a little tired of the same routine, plus…

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Dr. Koci’s Tips for Happiness and Eternal Bliss

Disclaimer: That might be a slight exaggeration. We’re changing things up today here at La Kocinera! After weeks and weeks of mostly food-related posts, I was getting a little tired of the same routine, plus…

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Daring Bakers’ Challenge: Abstract Sugar Cookies

Daring Bakers’ Challenge: Abstract Sugar Cookies

I’ve come to the conclusion that the Daring Baker’s organization must be run by a band of wizards. Ridiculously talented, cookie-frosting, cake-baking wizards. They use their magical powers to bend the elements of the universe…

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Daring Bakers’ Challenge: Abstract Sugar Cookies

I’ve come to the conclusion that the Daring Baker’s organization must be run by a band of wizards. Ridiculously talented, cookie-frosting, cake-baking wizards. They use their magical powers to bend the elements of the universe…

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A Spicy Interlude

A Spicy Interlude

“So much time and so little to do. Wait a minute. Strike that. Reverse it.” – Willy Wonka This week has found me totally swamped with homework. I have no idea when or where all…

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A Spicy Interlude

“So much time and so little to do. Wait a minute. Strike that. Reverse it.” – Willy Wonka This week has found me totally swamped with homework. I have no idea when or where all…

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Simple Salad with Goat Cheese Croutons

Simple Salad with Goat Cheese Croutons

Reading the above post title has probably provoked one of two reactions in you. One, if you are as obsessed with all things goat cheese as I am, you are incredibly excited and starting to…

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Simple Salad with Goat Cheese Croutons

Reading the above post title has probably provoked one of two reactions in you. One, if you are as obsessed with all things goat cheese as I am, you are incredibly excited and starting to…

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Dijon Potato Salad

Dijon Potato Salad

Has it cooled off in your part of the world? I’ve heard tales of faraway lands that have things called “seasons.” What are seasons? People have told me that there are temperatures cooler than ninety…

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Dijon Potato Salad

Has it cooled off in your part of the world? I’ve heard tales of faraway lands that have things called “seasons.” What are seasons? People have told me that there are temperatures cooler than ninety…

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