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May 24, 2012
Gummy Fruit Snacks Made at Home, Thanks to Pinterest
Some of my favorite recipe pins on Pinterest are those that list the ingredients right in the description. It's nice to know up front what's required. This gummy fruit snack recipe was one of those pins, see. Given the simplicity of the ingredients, and the fact that I've deprived my young chil ... More >>
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May 17, 2012
Make Your Own Dairy-Free Horchata
It's time to build up an arsenal of tasty beverages to help get us through the summer. Horchata should definitely be on the list. Making your own horchata is the best way to go because you can tailor the drink just to your likings. Every recipe is different. Most use evaporated and/or condense ... More >>
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May 2, 2012
Chris Cosantino's Lasagna Bolognese
This week in Chef Talk we've been talking with Chris Costantino of Costantino's Kitchen. His line of handmade gourmet sauces and seasonings began with one recipe, a recipe for tomato basil pasta sauce he learned from his Grandma Angie. Today, you can find his line of products at farmers markets ar ... More >>
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April 30, 2012
Israeli Couscous with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Preserved Lemon
Lately, in this In Season/Meatless Monday series, we've taken a look at what I take home from Crooked Sky Farms each week and see what I've done with my CSA share, or part share. This week, I'm using roasted sweet potatoes, but you could use anything like butternut squash, carrots, or beets. I love ... More >>
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April 26, 2012
Make Your Own Macarons, Inspired by Pinterest
Mmmmm, macarons. I love them. Mostly, I'm in love with the way they look. It's one of those desserts you actually feel bad biting into because you don't want to destroy its beauty. That makes them perfect for Pinterest. They're pricey, but after making them, I understand why. They're finicky littl ... More >>
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April 25, 2012
Coffee: It's a Spice. Really.
When you think of coffee, chances are that you think of the beverage -- and probably Starbucks -- and stop there. But coffee has uses beyond being a deliciously addictive caffeine fix to be guzzled down at all hours of the day. Coffee is also a spice that can add a rich, deep, and earthy flavor to o ... More >>
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April 12, 2012
The Famous Pinterest Rainbow Cake: Did We Succeed?
Surely you've seen the rainbow cake. It's pretty darn popular. As my fellow Chow Bella-ite Amy Silvemran puts it, the rainbow cake is nothing less than "the holy grail of Pinterest." Pin Up Girl would be a farce if we didn't conquer this thing. So this week we spent three hours (which is a ver ... More >>
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April 9, 2012
Coconut Curry with Yesterday's Vegetables
Lately, in this In Season/Meatless Monday series, we're taking a look at what I take home from Crooked Sky Farms each week and see what I've done with my CSA share, or part share. This week I'm using my leftover cooked collards, spaghetti squash, cauliflower, sweet potatoes and i'itoi onions.
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April 2, 2012
Creamy Cashew Alfredo Pasta with Swiss Chard, Green Garlic and Mushrooms
Lately, in this In Season/Meatless Monday series, we're taking a look at what I take home from Crooked Sky Farms each week and see what I've done with my CSA share, or part share. This week I'm using swiss chard and spring garlic. This recipe was all about my 4-year-old son. He's a mac and cheese ... More >>
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March 27, 2012
Coconut Macaroons for Passover
Welcome to our new(ish) column, "Ask the Pastry Chef," by Amy Morris, a pastry sous chef at J&G Steakhouse. Have a question for Amy? Leave it in the comments section. Do you have a good Coconut Macaroon recipe for Passover? Coconut macaroons are known for two things: First, they make a great Passo ... More >>
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March 16, 2012
Guinness Chocolate Cake and Orange Glaze
Welcome to our new(ish) column, "Ask the Pastry Chef," by Amy Morris, a pastry sous chef at J&G Steakhouse. Have a question for Amy? Leave it in the comments section. Do you have a cake recipe with Guinness in it for St. Patrick's Day? Nothing says St. Patrick's Day more than Guinness beer. I c ... More >>
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March 16, 2012
Savannah Smiles XXX-treme Cinnamon Rolls: Girl Scout Cookie Showdown
What better use for an extra case of Girl Scout cookies than a Chow Bella Showdown? In years past we've challenged our contributors to make something delicious out of Thin Mints and Trefoils. This time: Savannah Smiles. Stay tuned for more recipes and a decision from our "judge," web editor Eric Tst ... More >>
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March 8, 2012
Make Your Own Chai Tea Concentrate, Thanks to Pinterest
I'm a sucker for Chai tea. My problem is that I don't like to pay for it. If I'm going to spend $5 on a drink at a coffee shop, I have to choose something with espresso, because I can make chai tea at home. Unfortunately, I can't say the same about espresso. There are several ways to make your ... More >>
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March 7, 2012
Cardamom Cookies with Slivered Almonds
Although it has limitless possibilities, cardamom really shines as the star ingredient in baked goods with a hint of almonds, pistachios, or walnuts to round out the flavor.
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March 1, 2012
From Potatoes to Gin, Rosemary's on the Menu Thanks to Pinterest
I realized recently that I've probably been giving you the wrong impression about me and about Pinterest. If you know only what you've read these past three weeks you might be inclined to think that all I'm interested in is junk food. If you're not a Pinterest junkie you might think t ... More >>
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February 23, 2012
Whipping Up that Bourbon Chocolate Milkshake from Pinterest
This week I am introducing you to my new favorite Pinterest indulgence: The Bourbon Chocolate Milkshake! The first thing you'll notice about this week's Pinterest-come-to-life selection is that it kind of sounds like a dance. The second thing you'll notice is that this B ... More >>
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February 14, 2012
In Season: Lemon Roasted Cauliflower with Dill
Lately, in this In Season series, we're taking a look at what I take home from Crooked Sky Farms each week and see what I've done with my CSA share, or part share. This week I'm using cauliflower, lemon and dill.
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February 10, 2012
A High School Kid's Guide to Cooking for Your Girlfriend on Valentine's Day
Jayson SwearingtonEditor's Note: The original headline on this post was "The Manly Man's Guide to Cooking for Your Woman," but since our intern Jayson Swearington is still in high school, that didn't feel quite right. And yet you'll likely agree after reading this post about making chicken pi ... More >>
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February 7, 2012
In Season: Creamy Carrot Soup
Lately, in this In Season series, we're taking a look at what I take home from Crooked Sky Farms each week and see what I've done with my CSA share, or part share. This week I'm using carrots and onions.
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January 31, 2012
In Season: Asian Ramen Noodle Salad with Cabbage, Carrots and I'itoi Onions
Lately, in this In Season series, we're taking a look at what I take home from Crooked Sky Farms each week and see what I've done with my CSA share, or part share. This week I'm using cabbage, carrots and i'itoi onions
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January 30, 2012
Breakfast Cookie?! That's a Trend We Can Embrace
In an effort to make Mom proud, Chow Bella's taking a good, hard look at the most important meal of the day in the form of Scrambled, a mashup of breakfast recipes, news and reviews of local restaurants serving the a.m. crowd. We were eager to jump on the breakfast cookie trend. We've seen the pr ... More >>
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January 3, 2012
In Season: Loaded Winter White Vegetable "Potato" Soup
HandleTheHeat.comLately, in this In Season series, we're taking a look at what I take home from Crooked Sky Farms each week and see what I've done with my CSA share, or part share. This week I'm using potatoes, turnips, rutabagas and/or parsnips.
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December 29, 2011
Chef Jeff Kraus' Crepes for New Year's Eve
This week in Chef Talk we've been chatting with Jeff Kraus of Truckin' Good Food. As both owner and chef of TGF, Kraus has left a lasting mark on the street food scene and put an innovative spin on French cuisine that's left many begging for more. Today, we've got his recipe for Flaming Crepe A ... More >>
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December 22, 2011
Amy M.'s Snickerdoodles and Spritz Cookies
Our latest Chow Bella showdown: a traditional holiday cookie exchange. From now through Christmas, we present Chow Bella's 12 Days of Christmas Cookies. Today we bring you two recipes: Amy Morris' Snickerdoodles and Spritz cookies. Snickerdoodles! Fun to say, and delicious. These are my husband's fa ... More >>
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December 21, 2011
Nicole's Mini Pans
Our latest Chow Bella showdown: a traditional holiday cookie exchange. From now through Christmas, we present Chow Bella's 12 Days of Christmas Cookies. Today: Nicole Smith's Mini Pans. Tedd Roundy Nicole's serving 'em up.Some people say, "I'm turning into my mother" like it's a bad thin ... More >>
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December 20, 2011
Claire's Chocolate Chip, Fool Proof, and Better Than They Look (Really) Cookies
Our latest Chow Bella showdown: a traditional holiday cookie exchange. From now through Christmas, we present Chow Bella's 12 Days of Christmas Cookies. Today, we bring you Claire's Chocolate Chip, Better Than They Look (Really) Cookies. I am not a baker -- a tough fact I thought I could hide un ... More >>
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December 19, 2011
A Merry Vegan Christmas Menu from Chakra 4, Green, and Pomegranate Café
Still don't know what you're making for your holiday table? These three recipes from local chefs and restaurateurs will get you started: Chakra 4's Red & Green Holiday Salad, Green's Lemongrass "Chicken," and Pomegranate Café's Vegan English Toffee.
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December 16, 2011
Lauren's Cream Cheese Filled Snickerdoodles
Tedd Roundy For the past two years, my friend and I have made cookies for that long list of friends and acquaintances that don't quite make the gift list, but could never just be left out in the cold. On college student budgets, giving treats is a great way to spread holiday cheer without h ... More >>
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December 15, 2011
Jen's Aunt Bonnie's Sour Cream Cookies
Tedd RoundyIt just doesn't taste like Christmas to me without a few of my Aunt Bonnie's Sour Cream Cookies. I mentioned them last year in the Chow Bella "Jennifer Woods, What Are You Baking?" post. These cookies are really all about the frosting but the soft cookie makes that whole eating e ... More >>
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December 13, 2011
Shannon's Who-Cares-About-Chocolate Lemon Crunch Sugar Cookies
Tedd Roundy Shannon's lemon cookies.Our latest Chow Bella showdown: a traditional holiday cookie exchange. From now through Christmas, we present Chow Bella's 12 Days of Christmas Cookies. Today: 11. Shannon Armour's Who-Cares-About-Chocolate Lemon Crunch Sugar Cookies. I don't make coo ... More >>
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December 12, 2011
Carol's Mango-Pine Nut Rugelach
Tedd Roundy Carol's rugelach.Our latest Chow Bella showdown: a traditional holiday cookie exchange. From now through Christmas, we present Chow Bella's 12 Days of Christmas Cookies. We begin, technically speaking, with a Hanukkah treat: Carol Blonder's Rugelach It started with my fi ... More >>
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November 30, 2011
Terri Nackey's Cardamon Pear Crisp
We've been chatting over the last two days with Terri Nackey, the founder of La Bella Terre, who shared her insights into the benefits of eating seasonal, locally grown foods and getting back into touch with the garden. Today, we've got her recipe for cardamon pear crisp using her cardamon scente ... More >>
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November 25, 2011
Five Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes: AndyTalk
Two things are invariably used up after Thanksgiving; all your Tupperware and your appetite for just one more helping. You're on your own regarding how to store the leftovers, but I have a few suggestions about how to turn your leftovers into more than the sum of their parts.
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October 17, 2011
Aztec Couscous Salad
Aztec Couscous Salad is one vegetarian dish that anyone can enjoy. It makes a great lunch, light dinner, or side dish, and it's quick to toss together with roasted peppers, corn, black beans, and more.
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October 12, 2011
Cheesecake Choco-Berries: Fair Food Showdown
With the Arizona State Fair headed our way at week's end, we at Chow Bella decided on our latest challenge: Create a "fair food" that kicks it up a notch. No one dared to cook with bugs, but we did have some creative entries. Check back later this week, when critic Laura Hahnefeld will choose ... More >>
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October 12, 2011
Chef David Hall's Braised Beef in Cabernet Sauvignon
This week we've been chatting with personal chef David Hall of Thyme for a Chef. Today he's sharing his recipe for Braised Beef in Cabernet Sauvignon. Braised Beef in Cabernet Sauvignon Serves six Ingredients: 2 tablespoons, olive oil, divided 2 pounds, beef chuck roast, lean, boneless, cut ... More >>
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August 15, 2011
Strawberry Risotto
Carol Blonder strawberry risotto Reading the fall issue of La Cucina Italiana magazine, I noticed an announcement for the fall release of the newest edition of Il Cucchiaio d'Argento, The Silver Spoon. If you missed the culinary hoopla when the first English edition was released in the U.S ... More >>
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July 25, 2011
Bruschetta Three Ways, All Vegetarian
ildueipicche bruschetta I don't know about you, but I am ready to give my cook top a break -- send it on vacation with the chefs who, like a NYC shrink, shutter their doors for a summer respite. My ambition to make a meal has been reduced to quick and easy preparations that require a ... More >>
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July 13, 2011
Jen Anderson's Halibut Banh mi from Windsor
Shannon M. on yelp.comAfter talking all about how she creates her recipes this week, Windsor's Jen Anderson shares one for the Halibut Banh Mi currently available at Windsor. You'll make something close to the real deal but you'll have to go to the restaurant to get the plate with Jen's pic ... More >>
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July 11, 2011
Chillin' with Cold Soup
Rulf Roletschek@flikr beet borschtLong, hot summer days bring those childhood memories -- chasing through lawn sprinklers, setting up lemonade stands, catching fireflies in a jar, and for me, my Russian born grandmother's cold soups. Beet borscht and spinach borscht (Schav) were summer spe ... More >>
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May 19, 2011
Bernie Kantak's Pan-Seared Scallops with Roasted Corn Grits
Citizen Public HouseYesterday, we caught up with Chef Bernie Kantak of Citizen Public House in Old Town Scottsdale. Today, the busy chef shares a recipe for a dish that's currently on tap for Arizona Spring Restaurant Week.Pan seared scallops with roasted corn grits, snow pea greens and red rock ... More >>
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April 26, 2011
Lakhana In's Lok Lak Beef
Keyon Fareghi We finished our conversation with Lakhana In of Sekong By Night yesterday by looking over the menu and talking about different entrees. The Lok Lak Beef is the only one that bears the chef's name so far. In got just as excited as we did, when she got up to go back into t ... More >>
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April 18, 2011
Easter Blasphemy: Get a Look at The Virgin's Hot Buns
Pray that your buns will look as good as The Virgin's. Hot cross buns are a longstanding tradition, possibly dating as far back as ancient Greece and Saxony, where they were used in spring celebrations. They were once banned by Queen Elizabeth, who thought the cross-topped yeast rolls celebrat ... More >>
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March 31, 2011
Anthony Redendo's Tropical Ceviche
Courtesy of Anthony RedendoWe finished up our conversation with Anthony Redendo of Sofrita and Redendo's Pizzeria yesterday. Today he shares a recipe for a tropical ceviche representative of some of the Latin American tapas over at Sofrita. This is light enough to where you could pair it wi ... More >>
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March 29, 2011
Trefoil Cookie Showdown: Pear Frangipane Tart
Jonathan McNamaraGot some Girl Scout cookies sitting around? So did we. Hence, the Trefoil Cookie Showdown. Being one of the newest Chow Bella members, I was a bit nervous about entering this challenge. I had seen last year's Thin Mint competition and wondered if I could make something wort ... More >>
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March 21, 2011
Savory Rainbow Chard and Fingerling Potato Tart
Carol Blonderseasonal tart with rainbow chard, purple fingerlings, and baby leeks Winter and early spring visits to the farmers markets around town have us obsessing about vegetable tarts. We started out thinking of the quintessential tomato pie, the kind we used to crave in the mid-west ... More >>
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March 17, 2011
Patrick Boll's Dos Equis Battered Fish Tostadas
Keyon Fareghi Yesterday we finished chatting up Patrick Boll of The Spotted Donkey Cantina ii and today he will guide us in putting together a super simple fish tostada. With the dog days of summer just nearly here, lighter fare incorporating fish just sounds all the more appetizing. This dish f ... More >>
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March 7, 2011
Quinoa: Quick and Nutritious
Carol Blondermediterranean quinoa salad Last week we featured quinoa in a cabbage roll. You found out about the ancient seed treasured by the Incas and called "the mother grain". Quinoa has a higher percentage of protein per serving than wheat, oats, buckwheat or barley and is gluten free. We h ... More >>
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March 3, 2011
Chad Burnett's Black Truffle Hummus
Keyon FareghiWe finished chatting with Chad Burnett of Parc Central yesterday and today he will show us how to make Black Truffle Hummus. This is one easy recipe that is way more satisfying than the amount of effort you're going to have to put in to prepare it. Get the scoop after the jump ... More >>
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March 1, 2011
Melissa Barth's Chocolate-Peanut Butter Mousse and Banana Dessert
Carol Blonderchocolate-peanut butter mousse and sauted banana cake with creme fraiche ice cream Posh pastry chef Melissa Barth followed her older brother into a culinary program in high school, hit the pastry station, and found her niche. After completing the pastry and baking program at the Cu ... More >>
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