Author Archives: Jennifer

Velveeta and Me: A Love Story

For me, Velveeta has been a bright orange thread in the beige tweed of my life— something that appeared only intermittently but made a huge impact. Sort of like a brief fling with a boy from the bad side of town—it was exciting and satiating, but I wised up and moved on Continue reading

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Char-Grilled Ocotpus

I first had this dish about 23 years ago at Todd and Olivia English’s tiny, renowned restaurant, Olive’s in Charlestown, Mass. The apartment I shared with two friends was on the second floor of an old townhouse on Bunker Hill. Olive’s humble … Continue reading

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Chili Cheese Spread

I am having a SEAFOOD EXTRAVAGANZA (!!) this weekend. Grilled soft shell crabs w/hollandaise drizzle, marinated, grilled octopus w/lemon, garlic and parsley and Coquille St Jacque (that classic French dish of fresh scallops braised w/mushrooms, white wine, a splash of … Continue reading

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Spring Israeli couscous: vegan and DELICIOUS!

Have you discovered Israeli couscous yet? It is similar to Moroccan couscous, just larger. SO yummy! Make this in the time it takes to boil pasta or potatoes. 1 bag Israeli couscous (usually 8-9 oz) 1 vegetable bouillon cube, pulverized 2 tablespoons … Continue reading

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Raw ‘Manicotti’ and Marinara Stuffed w/Cashew Ricotta

Even if you are not vegetarian, vegan or a raw foodist, this is a delicious recipe to try; Healthy, too : ) To see me demonstrate this recipe click here Cashew Ricotta 1/2 cup raw cashews 3 tablespoons lemon juice … Continue reading

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Tri-Color Quinoa with Spicy, Garlicky Kale and Baked Acorn Squash

Okay, so this recipe is similar to this recipe, but quinoa and garlic and dark, leafy greens are just that good, and I recently discovered tri-color quinoa at the groovy grocery (local health food store, as named by Jen) that … Continue reading

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Avocado Breakfast Melt

There is nothing new or inventive about this recipe– just really tasty and worth a mention. It’s a great morning melt whether you are vegetarian or not. 50% of my children love it (which is a pretty good average in … Continue reading

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Cranberry Barbecue Sauce

Inspired by that classic Junior League cookbook recipe for braised brisket (made of canned cranberry sauce, dried onion soup and tomato dressing) I thought this could make a delicious barbecue sauce for smoked brisket. It would work equally well on slowly smoked … Continue reading

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Italian Lemony-Tuna Spread

This is a fact: A good group of girl friends is sincerely priceless. I grew up, from baby days with an awesome gaggle of friends who I am still tight with; We met in elementary school and still give each other grief for decades … Continue reading

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Crustless Quiche

Watch me blubber like a baby as I demonstrate how to make this really tasty dish. It wasn’t the food, I promise… Watch the TV clip here: Crustless Quiche and Crying Chef

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