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I love my family's apple pie (mine, my mom's, sister's) SO much it makes me a little crazy. Cold apple pie is one of my all time favorite breakfasts. That said, I usually pass on restaurant apple pie. It can't come close.

jhoefl88 at 10:21AM on 05/14/09

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What do you miss? (to: expats and others!)

@Peony: I love Coffee Crisp! I'm from Buffalo and growing up going to Fort Erie, Ontario for Chinese food was a special treat. On the way home we always bought a few Coffee Crisp for dessert.

jhoefl88 at 3:55PM on 04/26/09

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Easter 2009: What are Your Plans?

We are breaking with tradition this year--braised beef short ribs. The side dishes are yet to be determined:)

jhoefl88 at 9:11AM on 04/01/09

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Has anyone ever lost their kitchen mojo?

I'm glad to hear that I am not alone. I recently came out of a particularly bad kitchen funk and it seems to be related to stress or other drama. Things are calming down and my mojo appears to be back.

jhoefl88 at 11:36AM on 03/06/09

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Oh crap, the dog ate the....

When our dog Maggie was young she had a penchant for stealing from the kitchen counter. She pilfered a few funny things (6 hot dogs, Texas and Hawaii from a cake shaped like the US) but the most memorable item she ate was a Rubbermaid butter dish.

jhoefl88 at 6:51PM on 12/03/08

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Win a Free Organic D'Artagnan Turkey Here!

Scalloped Yukon Gold and Sweet Potato Gratin--Combines my favorite Thanksgiving side dishes:)

jhoefl88 at 4:01PM on 11/18/08

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Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'

Lasagna

jhoefl88 at 2:18PM on 11/11/08

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Cook the Book: 'The Food Life'

Wegmans is the best! Wish I were there right now:)

jhoefl88 at 4:31PM on 07/15/08

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Cook the Book: Serves One

My boyfriend doesn't eat pork so when it's just me, I usually go hog wild. Lately it's been BLT's with avocado or chili verde.

jhoefl88 at 5:57PM on 07/07/08

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Cook the Book: 'Screen Doors and Sweet Tea'

Fresh lemonade.

jhoefl88 at 1:12PM on 06/19/08

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

Christopher Kimball--can I be an test kitchen taster?

jhoefl88 at 1:00PM on 06/04/08

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What's the Best Mexican Food Town in the U.S.?

I'm surprised to read about people rallying for Phoenix. I've lived here for two years and while I've certainly enjoyed some stellar Mexican food at a few places, I've found most of the Mexican restaurants in the valley to be unimpressive. My vote would be for Santa Fe--there are some great upscale restaurants as well as some delicious mom and pop places outside of downtown.

jhoefl88 at 1:02PM on 05/05/08

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Is there anywhere good to eat in Boston?

It's been a few years but I had a delicious meal at Great Bay. I remember the menu was full of creative takes on classic dishes. The desserts were fantastic and I think the wine list was great as well. Enjoy your trip!

http://www.gbayrestaurant.com/

jhoefl88 at 2:01PM on 04/15/08

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Cook the Book: The Cornbread Gospels

Glad to hear to hear there are other Jiffy cornbread devotees out there! I have a friend from North Carolina who make a mean skillet version which is my favorite non-Jiffy cornbread.

jhoefl88 at 6:15PM on 04/07/08

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