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Banana Cookies

We had an abundance of ripe bananas in the freezer and a lack of cookies in the cabinet.

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Gonsalves family history by Eileen Soares

Joao Gonsalves was born on 6 September 1889 in the town of Tabua in the District of Ponta do Sol, Madeira on 6 September 1889. The son of Joao Goncalves and Francisca de Jesus Goncalves, reportedly a second wife and … Continue reading

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Herb, Garlic and Lemon Roast Chicken Thighs

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Bailey’s Cream Whoopie Pie Filling

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Day of cooking

Yesterday I took a day off from my volunteer job. It was cold in Seattle, with snow and hail, so a good day to hang out in a warm kitchen. I planned to make four recipes: Two desserts and two … Continue reading

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Holiday Pinwheel Sugar Cookies

My roommate and I saw an article with a series of holiday cookies recipes in a Sunday Parade magazine article.   Gave this one a try; I liked the results but found the preparation annoying.  See my experience (and impatience) in … Continue reading

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Chicken Baked with Potatoes, Cherry Tomatoes and Herbs

I saw this in the New York Times last Thursday and was able to make it tonight.  It has some of my favorite combinations (tomatoes and basil) plus is a one-dish meal:  chicken and potatoes.  Okay, there should be some … Continue reading

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Turkey à la King

Looking for leftover turkey recipes I received an email from NY Times with just the thing:  25 recipes for left over turkey.  Gave this recipe a try, and it was yummy.  Especially served over reheated leftover biscuits. Here’s the link … Continue reading

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Spring Brunch Menu

Today I coordinated brunch for about 40 people and came up with the following menu after searching the web for “spring brunch” recipes. Everyone liked the food today; this menu is a good one! Rhubarb Fruit Salad Moroccan-Inspired Quinoa Salad … Continue reading

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Chicago Teachers One-Day Strike

These are video interviews and photos from the April 1, 2016 Chicago Teachers One Day Strike and general day of action to save public education, public services, against police brutality and low wages, and for immigrant rights. First up is … Continue reading

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