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Pizza Pockets (Frango redo)


Frango means chicken in Portuguese so I can’t call these by that name, there’s no chicken in them like the ones in my cookbook. But, I made these just like I do the old and new frangoes. “What had happened … Continue reading

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When the world gives you onions, make French onion soup.


Again and again, I have been blessed with gifts of food and the kitchen challenge begins. With more onions than I could put on a sandwich or dice for spaghetti sauce, I decided to make French onion soup. 8 large … Continue reading

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Braised Babbage?


I have decided that birthing my eight children was a piece of cake next to “birthing” a cookbook. Stress and frustration literally brought me to tears sometimes. I paid an editor to proof before the first run, then another person … Continue reading

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Cookbook Update #13: Done/Delivered


It has been an incredible journey that has taken way too long (or rather much longer than I expected) but the book is finished! I had the first shipment sent to NC where I was spending Thanksgiving and have an … Continue reading

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Cookbook Update #12: Almost 1/2 there and Shredded Beef Dip


With 1/2 the days to go with the kickstarter project, I’m just shy of 1/2 way funded.  Only $50 to go to be 50%, with 15 days left!  Thanks to all my backers.  If you want to see more about … Continue reading

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Cookbook Update #11: Taste of Clarkesville


Although I didn’t have the cookbook in hand to sell,the Taste of Clarkesville on Saturday, September 24th was a great success. It was exciting to see so much “foot traffic” in downtown.  I surprised myself by getting to the square … Continue reading

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Cookbook Update #10: Kickstarter project launched


30 day countdown begins-want to help me reach my goal? Join the community effort to get the cookbook printed.  Visit my kickstarter project to find out how you can be an important part of the process.  I’m offering a variety of … Continue reading

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Cookbook Update #8: Photo shoot-Baron Bars and Teapot


Just can’t wait for you to get the book to see more of Katie Rivers’ photographic work.  She is amazing.

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Cookbook Update #7: The Keys to the process!


My vision is shrinking to only be able to see my laptop keyboard!!! Well, and the screen, I hope.  But, I have to keep on keeping on and remember that these little black squares ARE the keys to getting the … Continue reading

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