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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

My mother and ex-mother-in-law.

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Cook the Book: 'The Food Life'

Locally it has to be a regional chain, Meijer. Produce and meats are always fresh and the prices are lower than Kroger.

Trader Joe's was my first thought but I don't get there very often, as the closest store is 70 minutes away.

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Cook the Book: 'The Perfect Scoop'

Cinnamon Ice Cream with chocolate cake.

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Cook the Book: Warm Spinach, Orzo, and Pistachio Salad

Thank you so much for posting this recipe. Can't wait to try it.

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Cook the Book: Serves One

Another breakfast for dinner fan here. I normally scramble a couple of eggs with cheese, chives, and anything else in the fridge that looks like it would taste good.

Warm Spinach, Orzo, and Pistachio Salad sounds right up my alley. Maybe you'll post it, pretty please? ( - :

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Cook the Book: Grill Every Day

Grilled chicken and a cold whole grain/veggie salad.

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Cook the Book: 'Screen Doors and Sweet Tea'

Another sangria fan here.

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Cook the Book: New South Grilling

Whipped Cream Cake. When I was little and my dad would go to Chicago, he'd bring back a wonderfully moist white cake topped with whipped cream frosting. All these years later, I can still remember how it tasted. YUM!!

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Cook the Book: The Splendid Table's How to Eat Supper

Sara Moulton -- Which part of your career have you enjoyed the most?

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Cook the Book: 'Top Chef'

My version of Greek Turkey Burgers.

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

Strangely enough, it's my son. I've always only followed recipes, but he has taught me to just get in the kitchen and experiment. Sad, but tru

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

Jacques Pepin -- he is IT is far as I'm concerned.

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

the chef at the first restaurant I cooked at. she was awesome, taught me an enormous amount about food sourcing and cooking.

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

From Required Eating

Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

For me, it's my husband. He's a whiz in the kitchen and I have learned so much from him. Best of all, he's a mentor that's readily available!

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

....my mother

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

My mom at first. She would let me make mini pies in pyrex cups when she made full pies so I could make and eat my own.

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

My mentors were first, my Mother, and recently, Bobby Flay. He gives a good example of tweaking a recipe every Throwdown!