Category Archives: basics

Pizza Dough

Posted on September 18, 2011 by carey

A few years ago, my friend Adam and I decided it was time we learned how to make pizza. Every Wednesday we would convene at my apartment, eager to wreak saucy, cheesy, cornmealy havoc on my poor kitchen. Within only … Continue reading →

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Homemade Vanilla Extract: Giveaway!

Posted on December 21, 2010 by carey

Way back in mid-October, I’d already decided on the treat-trifecta I would be doling out to friends and family during the holidays: vanilla extract, handmade orecciette, and candied citrus peels. It is currently t-minus 3 days to christmas, and I … Continue reading →

Posted in basics, easy-peasy, edible presents | 73 Comments

All-Butter Pie Crust and Blind Baking

Posted on November 28, 2010 by carey

I’ll be honest with you, this is only the second pie crust I’ve ever made. I have, however, made a lot of pies. A lot. I dated this guy. He was a workout nut. And a pumpkin pie fiend. (I … Continue reading →

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Homemade Butter

Posted on November 20, 2010 by carey

That’s right. That delicious stuff you’re buying in the store, those tasty blocks that come wrapped in paper and packaged four-at-a-time in little 1-lb boxes—you can make that. Not only is homemade butter so much yummier than the store-bought kind, … Continue reading →

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Basic Egg Pasta Dough

Posted on November 7, 2010 by carey

When I learned how easy it was to make fresh pasta dough, I couldn’t believe it. Just mix together some flour and eggs, and knead for a bit? Yeah, I think I can handle that. So, what can you do … Continue reading →

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Stovetop Popcorn

Posted on October 24, 2010 by carey

I know what some of you are thinking. Really? You’re going to tell me how to make popcorn? Maybe next you can give specific instructions on toasting bread. Hear me out (and stop being so sarcastic). Others of you might … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Purée

Posted on October 18, 2010 by carey

I can’t believe I’ve never made my own pumpkin purée before. It’s so simple! I was originally going to post this as part of another recipe, but the amount of purée that came from one little pumpkin was way more … Continue reading →

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