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Are you implying that there's something wrong with eating Nutella wth a spoon straight from the jar? Is there another way to eat it?

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Super Bowl: How to Build an Edible Stadium with a Guacamole Field

They both also have red and white on their jerseys, so maybe something tomato based? Or mozzerella balls & cherry tomatoes arranged to spelll the team names? Maybe accent with blue chips.

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$20 Costco Kirkland Champagne Isn't Actually A Good Deal

I tried it at Thanksgiving and was not crazy about it. The bitterness kinda turned me off. Turning it into a mimosa didn't help. I agree that if you want to save money and still get a nice bubbly, cremants are the way to go.

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Hot Dog of the Week: Kielbasa from Swiacki Meats in Philadelphia

Everything looks so good. Makes me nostalgic for those trips to Kurowycky at the holidays.

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From Serious Eats: New York

Get to Know Us: Jamie Feldmar, 'Cheap Eats'

Are you implying that there's something wrong with eating Nutella wth a spoon straight from the jar? Is there another way to eat it?

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Super Bowl: How to Build an Edible Stadium with a Guacamole Field

They both also have red and white on their jerseys, so maybe something tomato based? Or mozzerella balls & cherry tomatoes arranged to spelll the team names? Maybe accent with blue chips.

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$20 Costco Kirkland Champagne Isn't Actually A Good Deal

I tried it at Thanksgiving and was not crazy about it. The bitterness kinda turned me off. Turning it into a mimosa didn't help. I agree that if you want to save money and still get a nice bubbly, cremants are the way to go.

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Hot Dog of the Week: Kielbasa from Swiacki Meats in Philadelphia

Everything looks so good. Makes me nostalgic for those trips to Kurowycky at the holidays.

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A Sandwich a Day: Lobster and Crab Roll from Harraseeket Lunch in South Freeport, Maine

The sea kayaking guides recommended it, didn't they? Seeing this, I wish I had taken them up on it.

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SE Staff Picks: Fall Comfort Foods We Love Eating

That Pumpkin Turkey Chili has been one of my favorites since it was first posted. BTW, whatever happened to "Eat for Eight Bucks?" I really liked that column. Maybe the $8 limit isn't feasible anymore?

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Serious Eats Goes on a Juice Cleanse

A seven mile walk AND kettlebell session in one day? Impressive!

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Turrón de Chocolate (Chocolate Biscuit Cake)

Fun fact about Maria Biscuits - They're named after Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna, Tsar Alexander II's only daughter. The were introduced on the occasion of her marriage to Queen Victoria's 2nd son, Alfred.

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Celebrate the Fourth of July with American Spirits

I love bourbon, but always associate it with cooler weather. Vodka is more "summer" to me. Anyway, Smirnoff used to be made in Bethel, CT, that's American enought for me.

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This Week at Serious Eats World Headquarters

I am so sorry. I always looked forward to the pictures. Having just lost my beloved cat Lilly 3 weeks ago, I certainly empathize with you.

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This Week at Serious Eats World Headquarters

I am so sorry. I always looked forward to the pictures. Having just lost my beloved cat Lilly 3 weeks, I certainly empathize with you.

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Taste Test: Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar Flavor

@ Amandarama. They sure do - just ask my 87-year-old Dad. He loves that stuff!

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Cook the Book: Lemony Chicken Pot Pie with Parsley Biscuit Crust

"...next time I might incorporate a few more veggies. I could see peas and carrots or even spinach working their way into this recipe beautifully."

I agree. This sounds good, but looks a bit monochromatic. Some veggies would add welcome color.

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Dinner Tonight: Sichuan-Style Chicken Noodle Soup

Yowza! They really do make your mouth tingle. I think this cured my husband's cold.

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Serious Reads: The King of Vodka, by Linda Himelstein

I agree this is a very entertaining book, whether you're interested in the liquor aspect, the business aspect or the Russian history aspect. I was into it for all three, plus I used to live down the street from their distillery in Bethel, CT.

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Polish Hanukkah Apple Cake

Eggs aren't considered dairy? I find that interesting; in the Russian Orthodox church, they are.

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How do you like your Grilled Cheese?

When my Dad makes it - it's one of the few things he cooks and he does it brilliantly.

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Spice Hunting: Hyssop

@shoneyjoe - LOL - When I saw this the first thing I thought was "Thou shalt purge me with hyssop and I shall be whiter than snow."

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Dinner Tonight: Roasted Beet and Potato Borscht

@grumblekitty - I never have sour cream with mine and it's just fine. Actually, I prefer it that way.

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sheba0915 answered "Other" to Which Celebrity Chef Would You Most Like To Meet?

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sheba0915 answered "YES. Can't get a weekend day started without it." to Do You Drink at Brunch?

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sheba0915 answered "Ham" to Do You Make Ham or Lamb on Easter?

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Location: New York, NY

About: Former librarian, recent law school grad. Daughter of an amazing cook who managed to feed nine and have time to tech us invaluable cooking skills.

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Last bite on earth: The bigos at Little Poland on 2nd Avenue - with a great big beer.