Category Archives: winter

Grandma Salazar’s Tamales

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Stephanie

To say that tamales are a “favorite” of mine is sort of putting it mildly. That said, I have yet to try a tamal that rivals my Grandma Salazar’s. And right now I am jubilant because my mom, my sister Megan, my … Continue reading →

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Thyme Roasted Almonds

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Stephanie

It was a January night in 2004. Snow quietly blanketed the streets of Munich, but we drove on with determination. We were going to a New Year’s party, and nothing was going to stop us. We picked up our friends the Kukkonens and crammed … Continue reading →

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Sugar Molasses Crinkle Cookies

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Stephanie

This recipe is not only a favorite of mine, but of my daughters and all the way up to my grandparents. A span of 80+ years. So I think it’s safe to say, it may become a new favorite to … Continue reading →

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