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  • plum and cilantro chicken, plated with plums and cilantro
    In the Kitchen

    Savory Plum Chicken – Sweet and Savory

    / June 10, 2026 / 1 Comment

    A Savory Plum Dish – with Some Pucker Alas, plum season has arrived.  The sweet, fragrant, and tart stone fruits offer delectable ideas for desserts, but what about the savory?   This Savory Plum…

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  • Plated Stir-fried Broccoli Chicken with rice and broccoli stem garnish
    In the Kitchen

    Broccoli Chicken Stir-Fry – Easy 30-min Recipe

    / March 30, 2026 / 2 Comments

    Broccoli and Chicken, Stir-Fried Busy nights call for quick yet balanced meals that can be tossed together in less than 30 minutes.  This Broccoli Chicken Stir-Fry combines protein and vegetables, with a delicious…

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  • In the Kitchen

    Chinese-Style Steamed Crab

    / February 27, 2026 / 1 Comment

    Who doesn’t love crab?  I love crab, especially live crab that’s steamed Chinese-style.  But if you’re like me, live crab is reserved for special occassions due to its priciness and for being a…

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  • In the Kitchen

    Cantonese-Style Steamed Fish

    / February 4, 2026 / 1 Comment

    What is Cantonese-Style Steamed Fish? Have you ever had the good fortune of tasting Chinese steamed fish, or more specifically, Cantonese-style steamed fish?  Cantonese-Style Steamed Fish is a traditional dish that’s light yet…

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  • In the Kitchen

    Zha Jiang Mian (Fried Sauce Noodles) – Saucy and savory

    / February 4, 2026 / 1 Comment

    What is Zha Jiang Mian? Who wants noodles?  A big ass bowl of savory and saucy noodles.  Make your own bowl(s) of Zha Jiang Mien – or literally, fried sauce noodles – right…

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  • In the Kitchen

    Classic Hearty Chili – Simple, Bold, and from Scratch

    / January 13, 2026 / 4 Comments

    Nothing beats a warm, hearty bowl of chili on a cold evening.  And the best part?  Making chili is super easy — and if you make a big pot (like the one in…

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  • rosemary meyer lemon chicken plated ready to eat
    In the Kitchen

    Meyer Lemon Rosemary Chicken – Easy One-Pan Stovetop Recipe

    / November 20, 2025 / 2 Comments

    This Meyer Lemon Rosemary Chicken is the simplest and heartiest, zestiest and most aromatic way to cook chicken on the stove.  We’ve always got rosemary and lemon growing in the garden, so this…

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