Category Archives: Kitchen Diaries

Hot Buttered Rum Apple Pie

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Kelli

The timing for this book could not be more perfect for me.  I’m already scheduled to bring desserts to four different places this week, and I have a brunch as well.  I’m not going to have any problem finding delicious … Continue reading →

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Sunday Night Feast!

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Kelli

The weekend preparations for this meal were a bit extensive…but worth it in the end! I started off visiting Uwajimaya. I went prepared, with brand names written down on my shopping list. I soon discovered I needed to look a … Continue reading →

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Go Go Gyoza

Posted on October 20, 2012 by Kelli

There are few things I love more than Asian Dumplings.  I actually have a cookbook called Asian Dumplings that I love that is devoted to nothing but them.  One thing I have learned though is they are more fun to make … Continue reading →

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Bitter Melon

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Kelli

Bitter Melon Stir-Fried with Egg and Red Pepper Goya Champuru I was looking for a vegetable to serve with my fried rice, and saw these at Uwajimaya.     Bitter Melon?  Never tried it.  Since I knew I would like … Continue reading →

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Fried Rice with Corn and Peppers

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Kelli

Tomorokoshi to Piman no Chahan I figure, when trying a new cookbook, I might as well start by making something that you pretty much know is going to be tasty. Fried rice of any sort I’m OK with, but corn … Continue reading →

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Professor Plum Chicken and Ginger Rice

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Kelli

We are at the beach for a week!  We decided to kick off the week with Professor Plum Chicken and Ginger Rice.  I did most of the prep work at home and threw it in the cooler for an easy … Continue reading →

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Smoked Salmon and Artichoke Fettuccini

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Kelli

    From Bev Take some noodles…   Add a delicious sauce…       It’s a lovely dinner. Bev said she would make it again.  It was a bit rich- may be less butter next time.  Ace said that … Continue reading →

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Chicken with Artichokes, Peppers, and Capers

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Kelli

From Bev Take a look at this sauce. We decided to have it with these veggies instead of the white rice which was suggested. Ace loved it.  “It’s a winner.”  was his comment.  He thought we should try it with … Continue reading →

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Picnic Extravaganza

Posted on August 2, 2012 by Kelli

The best (and only) sister and brother I have ever had are moving to Korea.  Tears.  As a truly Seattle send off, we had one last picnic at Gasworks Park.  What would be more fitting than bringing a Simply Classic … Continue reading →

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Stir Fry Fettuccine

Posted on August 1, 2012 by Kelli

Start to finish- 28 minutes.  This includes water boiling time… easy easy.   Stir-fry chicken and veggies in sesame oil garlic and ginger.  Add soy and sherry.     mix with noodles (not home made)   Delicious!  Super easy, basic … Continue reading →

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