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Challenge of the cornet: Nutella edition

Birthday week meant I blew off most responsibilities, took uber-long naps and didn't think twice about eating dessert first. Even though my birthday dessert was officially chocolat fondant (think brownie mix right before it goes in the...
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Why every kitchen needs a grater

Things that I've learned while cooking in France: A grater is necessary for any kitchen. I never had a grater when I had my own apartment, since I bought my cheese pre-grated. Yes, I was that lazy. However, I've learned that a grater can do so...
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The vastly underrated carrot

It's entirely possible that Monday was the first day in my 21 (almost 22!) years of existence that I peeled a carrot. I've been racking my brain for another carrot peeling experience, and so far, I have nada. Side note: I'm sure my mother will...
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The perfect pizza doesn’t need a crust

Although "Mastering the Art of French Cooking" was a little too intense for my studio kitchen, I was delighted when my mom picked me up a copy of "Julia's Kitchen Wisdom." It still has all of Julia's signature recipes, like boeuf bourguignon and...
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How traveling cured a picky eater

Growing up, I was a picky eater. It's an awful side effect of being an only child. I would only eat bananas and cucumbers if they were "thinly sliced." I refused most green vegetables. In high school, my mom demanded I write a list of the vegetables...
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