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Location: Duluth, MN

About: A few things about me: I love to cook and do so daily for my kids. I enjoy trying new recipes. I love those chef reality shows. I just turned 40. I love NFL football and make a mean BBQ pulled pork. I have two toddlers and two dogs.

Favorite foods: BBQ, anything Italian, I love to try new things (as long as they look somewhat appetizing)

Last bite on earth: Would be a BBQ party with my family.

The Ten Most Recent Comments By mnsteph

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

Mario Batali and my mom.

mnsteph at 10:05AM on 07/22/08

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Cook the Book: 'The Food Life'

With the cost of food today, my favorite place is the cheapest place and thats Super One Foods.

mnsteph at 7:16AM on 07/15/08

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Cook the Book: Serves One

Eggs with a bagel.

mnsteph at 8:37AM on 07/08/08

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Cook the Book: 'Margaritas, Mojitos & More'

Slice of lime.

mnsteph at 12:36PM on 07/01/08

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Cook the Book: Grill Every Day

Gotta be burgers and hotdogs on the grill.

mnsteph at 7:25PM on 06/23/08

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Cook the Book: 'Screen Doors and Sweet Tea'

Iced Tea, Lemonade or Cold Beer.

mnsteph at 3:00PM on 06/16/08

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Cook the Book: New South Grilling

Hmm...a toughie. I would have to say anything "burnt". He has a tendency to burn everything (and admits it). Another were his infamous peanut butter and jelly sandwichs with a slice of cheese in the middle (Oh how I hated when he made my lunch when I was little). Also those small bags popcorn remind me of the times he took us to watch the Fireworks on the 4th of July.

mnsteph at 4:55PM on 06/09/08

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

Tom Colicchio

What is your favorite "family-fun" meal to cook?

mnsteph at 9:34AM on 06/03/08

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Cook the Book: 'Top Chef'

BBQ pulled pork

mnsteph at 4:00PM on 05/26/08

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Cook the Book: 'Mario Batali Italian Grill'

Favorite condiment is BBQ sauce for sure. Usually doctored up to make it a bit sweeter. I love BBQ!

mnsteph at 2:35PM on 05/19/08

Responses to Comments by mnsteph

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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

LBSGONE at 5:29PM on 07/24/08

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

mom

foodinmouth at 5:01PM on 07/24/08

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

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

wisekaren at 4:53PM on 07/24/08

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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.

intheyearofthepig at 4:32PM on 07/24/08

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

Alice Waters!

shannasanders at 3:53PM on 07/24/08

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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!

blueviolet at 2:43PM on 07/24/08

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

....my mother

pjlein at 1:15PM on 07/24/08

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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.

saraann at 1:05PM on 07/24/08

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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!

abeaudet at 12:23PM on 07/24/08

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Cook the Book: 'Summer on a Plate'

Ina Garten's or Jacques Pepin's books are the cookbooks I turn to when I need a special recipe.

Rae at 11:58AM on 07/24/08