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EZ Gazpacho Granita with Chile Colonial

EZ Gazpacho Granita with Chile Colonial

Earlier this year, no matter where I went in San Francisco, when the conversation turned to the buzz-worthy food topic of the moment, nearly everyone was raving about Chile Colonial. This Hot Crunchy Condiment, as its label attests, was winning … Continue reading

Posted May 6, 2010 by testkitchen

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In the Test Kitchen: Zucchini Ginger Jam

In the Test Kitchen: Zucchini Ginger Jam

As you now know, we’re all about being versatile and frugal here in the Foodzie Test Kitchen. We love trying new flavors and foods from our producers, and we love it even more when they encourage us to create something … Continue reading

Posted April 29, 2010 by testkitchen

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Test Kitchen: Pecan-Encrusted Orange Chicken & Mojito Roasted Beets

Test Kitchen: Pecan-Encrusted Orange Chicken & Mojito Roasted Beets

I made a meal of sugar last night. I should probably rephrase that since my sweet tooth is somewhat legendary. For years I treated cake as if it were its own food group, so that declaration doesn’t seem like such … Continue reading

Posted April 1, 2010 by testkitchen

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Test Kitchen: Fig Balsamic Lamb Chops

Test Kitchen: Fig Balsamic Lamb Chops

As flavored vinegars and oils became popular over the past few decades, it has been fascinating to watch – from both sides of the table – the ascent in the last ten years or so of balsamic vinegar. Once an … Continue reading

Posted March 25, 2010 by testkitchen

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Test Kitchen: Tuna Casserole All Grown Up

Test Kitchen: Tuna Casserole All Grown Up

I was fortunate enough to grow up in a house where the family garden informed our family dinners. Of course, “fortune” had nothing to do with it. It was economic necessity that prompted my to Dad plant a garden every … Continue reading

Posted March 18, 2010 by testkitchen

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