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I like to use existing recipes and change them to make them my own. For instance, I started with a basic alfredo recipe and jazzed it up. The only dish I invented from scratch was a sweet balsamic spinach bacon salad which is a meal in itself!

laralin2266 at 11:58PM on 10/05/08

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Cook the Book: 'A Platter of Figs'

I like using acorn squash and apples in the fall. My favorite fall dish is meatloaf! Then I bake some acorn squash on the side and fry some apples. Yum, yum, yum!

laralin2266 at 1:10AM on 09/15/08

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Cook the Book: 'The Best Barbecue on Earth'

I would head to Thailand!

laralin2266 at 12:34AM on 08/25/08

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

My grandma is definitely my culinary mentor. She taught me the fundamentals and I wouldn't be the kind of cook I am today without her.

laralin2266 at 3:09AM on 07/28/08

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Cook the Book: 'The Food Life'

I love our local farmer's market. I wish I could shop there all year long!

laralin2266 at 12:25AM on 07/21/08

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Cook the Book: 'Margaritas, Mojitos & More'

My favorite cocktail garnish is an orange peel curl!

laralin2266 at 6:10PM on 07/06/08

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Cook the Book: 'Top Chef'

I would make salmon with a homemade terriyaki sauce with seasoned rice and grilled vegetables!

laralin2266 at 11:35PM on 06/01/08

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Cook the Book: Lidia's Italy

I prepare chicken Kiev, twice baked potatoes, and a balsamic spinach and fruit salad.

laralin2266 at 1:28PM on 05/04/08

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Cook the Book: The Oprah Magazine Cookbook

I'd love to have dinner with Dr. Phil and discuss the latest theories in the field of psychology!

laralin2266 at 1:45AM on 04/26/08

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Cook the Book: The River Cottage Cookbook

I am planning on growing tomatoes, zucchini, green onions, and strawberries in my garden this year!

laralin2266 at 9:13PM on 04/19/08

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Cook the Book: The Cornbread Gospels

My grandma's homemade cornbread is my favorite!

laralin2266 at 1:46AM on 04/14/08

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Weekend Book Giveaway: 'Around the World in 80 Dinners'

I would go to Costa Rica because I've always wanted to see the rainforest. Then I would go to the United Kingdom because I've always wanted to see the remnants of history there. Last but not least, I would go to Australia because I would love to see the wildlife including kangaroos and koalas.

laralin2266 at 2:45AM on 03/23/08

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