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piketoplate
Oct 28, 20243 min read
Baking with a Handy-Dandy 6-inch Cake Pan
The 6-inch cake pan is the perfect size for two to four people. Learn how to scale cake recipes so that you can get the perfect treat.
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piketoplate
Jul 24, 202411 min read
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena - the Black Gold of Northern Italy
Uncover the fascinating history and intricate process behind the creation of balsamic vinegar of Modena. Explore its origins and evolution.
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piketoplate
May 31, 20246 min read
The Outdoor Chef: How to Plan Meals for a Successful Camping Trip
Ready to go camping and want to eat well? Making great meals outside doesn’t have to be complicated, it just takes planning.
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piketoplate
Apr 25, 20246 min read
A Treatise on Olive Oil
Learn about the differences between olive oils along with how Chef Jennifer uses them in the kitchen.
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piketoplate
Apr 5, 202210 min read
Lessons from the Pastry Kitchen
I decided to go back to culinary school to take a deep dive into gluten-free and plant-based desserts. Here’s what I learned.
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piketoplate
Nov 2, 20215 min read
Let’s Talk About Apples
What do Ice Age Animals and Silk Road merchants have to do with apples? Why do some apples taste better than others? Let’s explore.
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piketoplate
Oct 12, 20215 min read
A Few of My Favorite Things
I was in a store recently when I heard a catchy tune coming over the speakers. It took me a moment to realize that it was a jazzed-up...
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piketoplate
Aug 11, 20213 min read
Let’s Get the Kids into the Kitchen
The kitchen is not just a place to cook. It's a place for children to learn important academic concepts and life skills.
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piketoplate
Feb 17, 20217 min read
All About the Brassicas
Gardening season is just around the corner and that was the real spark for this entire blog.
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piketoplate
Sep 3, 20204 min read
Basil Doesn’t Want to Chill Out
A couple of weeks ago, we went camping with a pair of friends. One of the highlights of our camping trips is the food. While the guys are...
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piketoplate
Aug 7, 20204 min read
Tomatoes: The Love Apple of My Eye
Fresh tomatoes. They are just one of the many joys of summer. There’s nothing like plucking one right off the vine, adding a sprinkle of...
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piketoplate
Jul 28, 20203 min read
A Lesson on Zucchini
Remember the scene in Forest Gump when he goes on about all of the things one can make with shrimp? I’m living that scene right now, but...
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piketoplate
Jul 1, 20202 min read
No More Slimy Cilantro!
I use a lot of cilantro in my cooking. It’s one of those ingredients that you simply cannot skip if the recipe calls for it and there...
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piketoplate
Jun 22, 20202 min read
A Blog with a Vision
Do you remember MySpace? In the early 2000s, it was all the rage. I didn't feel like I was interesting enough to have my own page, but I...
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