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Cool Story

Posted on October 21, 2013 by SlowDownAndCook with Meals not So Fast

KQED radio ran a piece this week on food and cultures. The focus was an Armenian festival – something religious. I love the thought that, when people assimilate, the first thing they lose is their clothing; the last thing, their … Continue reading →

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“Stuffed” Flank Steak Harnovre

Posted on October 14, 2013 by SlowDownAndCook with Meals not So Fast

We used one piece of flank steak from our butcher, weighing 1 1/4 lbs. After a quick rinse and pat dry, I simply spread a quality herbed cheese over the meat, and placed fresh Basil leaves over the cheese; I … Continue reading →

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Skillet Roasted Half Chicken

Posted on August 5, 2013 by SlowDownAndCook with Meals not So Fast

We have two ways we cook this: one way with potatoes along side the chicken, and one way with the chicken alone in the skillet.  The difference is merely timing. We buy our chickens at the local butcher already halved … Continue reading →

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Edible Garden Update

Posted on August 4, 2013 by SlowDownAndCook with Meals not So Fast

August 4 2013: The vegetables are really kicking. We have now harvested 38 lbs of tomatoes. and are a long way from done – our last plant is still weeks away from beginning to fruit. We have harvested 17 lbs … Continue reading →

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