Author Archives: Jen @ My Kitchen Addiction

Kitchen Bootcamp Roundup – Vegetables

It's that time again... Time for this month's Kitchen Bootcamp roundup! This post is a few days later than I had planned due to my trip to Seattle for IFBC.  While I had the greatest intentions of being able to ...

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Friends of Ivory Hut

In light of my recent trip to Seattle for IFBC, I have been thinking a lot about my fond memories of the Big Summer Potluck, an event that I attended a few weeks ago. ...

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That’s Just Not Me (a reflection on IFBC)

I find some of the typical "food blogger" stereotypes to be somewhat comical at times... It is assumed that I cook a gourmet meal three times each day, dream of the next time I will have a chance to dine on foie gras, and have ...

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Coconut Corn Chowder

I thought I'd share one more vegetable recipe with you before the end of this month's Kitchen Bootcamp challenge. My goal with this challenge was to encourage everyone to explore the local produce available this time of year, so I thought I'd develop a new recipe using one ...

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Friday Favorites – IFBC Edition (Episode 63)

As you read this, I will be in Seattle for the International Food Blogger Conference hosted by Foodista... So, this week's Friday Favorites will be a bit different. You see, normally I am an organized person... Obnoxiously so, at times. I have been known to show up at ...

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Simple Skillet Peaches (WFMW)

When I have fruit that's starting to get a bit over-ripe, I will often make a skillet sauce or topping. I find that it will last a week or so in the fridge (I wouldn't recommend trying to can or preserve it), and is delicious on its own or ...

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Nuts for Smores Bars

After going camping a few weeks back, I've been on a bit of a smores kick. While I have been known to roast marshmallows on the gas burners on my kitchen stove when cravings hit, this time I decided to channel my inspiration into these nutty smores bars. This was ...

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Oven Roasted Tomatoes

I have no luck with growing tomatoes in my garden (with the exception of golden cherry tomatoes that grow like weeds). I get 100% full sun in my back yard, and the plants usually dry up and the tomatoes split before they ever ripen... Part of that may be my ...

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Friday Favorites – Episode 62

Last week I wasn't able to write my Friday Favorites post... But, I had a good reason!  We were camping (and by camping, I mean renting a cabin) in the woods, and I had no cell phone or internet access. Honestly, it was relaxing to ...

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Spiced Peach Butter

You may remember that I picked 20 pounds of peaches last weekend.  Yes, it may have been a bit excessive on my part, but deep down, I enjoy a bit of excessiveness in the kitchen... Especially when it comes to fresh, local produce! I knew that if I ...

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