Recipe: Nutty Arugula Pesto with Penne

This recipe is one of the more unusual ones that we've seen lately, so if you're feeling creative in the kitchen check out "Recipe: Nutty Arugula Pesto with Penne" below! This past February, I had the extreme good fortune of accompanying my family (or, really, inviting myself) on a vacation to St. Barthes. February in Seattle is one of the darker months, so this was a most welcome break. Since St. Barthes is an island with limited produce deliveries from the mainland, it was a common occurrence that restaurants or grocery stores would be out of a dish or ingredient "until the next boat comes." There was little urgency about it; people just...

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Recipe: Ham, Cheddar & Chive Egg Bakes

Doesn't that look delicious? These little bakes can fit right in your hand (careful, they'll be hot!) and take less time than you might think. Check out "Recipe: Ham, Cheddar & Chive Egg Bakes" below! Cooking while traveling can be a tough endeavor. You lose most of the control you usually have at home: who knows how the oven will work, who knows where the local grocery store is... and on. And on. These egg bakes are a good solution to a healthy, delicious breakfast while traveling. The ingredients are basic and easy to track down, and they're infinitely adaptable so you can toss in a little of whatever vegetables or cheese you have...

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Blueberry Bundt Cake & Chicken Kebabs

Summer is the perfect time to make all kinds of delicious fresh dishes, so we've found some for you. Try any and all of these recipes below and enjoy them with a refreshing drink while the weather is so nice! Buttermilk ranch, shrimp crostini, and blueberry bundt cake — all very tasty... Buttermilk Ranch in a Jar - Food52. Blueberry Bundt Cake - Bakers Royale. Mustard-Glazed Shrimp Crostini with Bacon-Peach-Bourbon Jam - Life As a Strawberry. Tavuk Kebabi (Mint & Aleppo Pepper Marinated Chicken Kebabs) - Saveur.  Original Article Here: http://bit.ly/16d5...

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Summer Cocktail Recipe: Sweet & Sour Cherry Sparkler

Sometimes in summer you just need to find yourself in the sun with a fruity drink. If that sometime is now, then we've got something for you! Check out "Summer Cocktail Recipe: Sweet & Sour Cherry Sparkler" below! Sweet & Sour Cherry Sparkler Serves 1 2 ounces vodka1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice1 ounce room temperature cherry simple syrup (Recipe below)Club sodaFresh basil for garnish In a small jam jar filled with ice, add the vodka, lemon juice and cherry simple syrup. Place the lid on tightly and shake. Remove the lid and fill with club soda. Garnish with fresh cherries and basil, and enjoy. Cherry Simple...

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