Author Archives: Marilyn

Crunchy Chickpeas

Posted on January 5, 2025 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Thanksgiving is probably the most hectic time for me in Seattle. I don’t mind –  it is my favorite American holiday and involves gathering with lots of family near and far.  Early during Thanksgiving week, … Continue reading →

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Nancy’s Yams

Posted on December 18, 2024 by Marilyn

Every single Thanksgiving, I cook this recipe for Nancy’s Yams.  Nancy was my sister-in-law who died 23 years ago of colon cancer.  She was just 51 years old at the time, but it seems like yesterday and yet an eternity.   … Continue reading →

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Minestrone Soup (Take Two)

Posted on December 4, 2024 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I first posted this over 12 years ago! It’s still a favorite, especially during these cooler months. Enjoy! Minestrone Soup Serves 8   Ingredients ½ medium yellow onion, peeled and diced ½ inch 3 Tbsp … Continue reading →

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Toffee Bars

Posted on November 13, 2024 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Growing up, my mom always baked a lot of great cookies and pies and other desserts.  Usually, these were simple but so so good.  We were allowed to eat this stuff any old time, morning, … Continue reading →

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One Skillet Turkey Snap Peas

Posted on October 30, 2024 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. My Seattle family is always searching for new, easy, minimal-time-to-prep dinner ideas.  We all peruse food blogs, read newspaper columns, and send links to each other with recipes or ideas that sound good.  I first … Continue reading →

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Lemon Bars

Posted on October 16, 2024 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I didn’t think I was a lemon bar fan.  I used to make lemon bars at times for dessert trays when I had my catering business and they definitely were not my favorite cookie. Then … Continue reading →

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Broccoli, Bean, and Cheddar Soup

Posted on October 2, 2024 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I love broccoli.  I love beans of any kind.  I love cheese.  So, when these three things are all in one recipe, I’m in.  I found a version of this soup published by Ellie Kreiger … Continue reading →

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Rhubarb or Plumb Snacking Cake

Posted on September 18, 2024 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. As I mentioned in my previous post about Rhubarb Galette, I planted two rhubarb plants this spring in my smallish garden, imagining that it might take a couple of years to have them produce a … Continue reading →

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Rustic Rhubarb Galette

Posted on September 4, 2024 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Back in 2015, I published a recipe for mini rhubarb galettes, which are little individual pies.  These are good, but my ginger-averse husband always prefers less (or ideally zero) ginger. Fast forward to 2024: I … Continue reading →

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Hector’s Salad

Posted on August 21, 2024 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: one of my superpowers is being able to order just the right thing at a restaurant – dishes that I simply love and want to re-order … Continue reading →

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