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First off, Happy Bastille Day. Second -- I can't believe that started this blog one year ago today. Let's see, what has changed in the last year -- I have a new job and uh, I guess I'm a year older but that's not really important. What is important is-- I've had this blog for …

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I am scared of breadmaking (and a bread machine doesn't count). If I come across a recipe that involves a yeast packet, I typically run the other way, screaming. But, I decided to be brave when I came across this Parmesan Skillet Flatbread in the June/July Eating Well. For, I am scared of breadmaking but …

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Now these were a last minute addition to a pot luck that I needed to attend for work. The crust is made up of toasted, ground walnuts and graham cracker (with a little orange zest) and the filling part is all dark chocolate ganache. Mmm! I finished it off by drizzling some white chocolate on …

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So, July 14th is the one year anniversary of Je Mange la Ville. To celebrate I have decided to host a birthday party. Bake a cake, cupcakes, or any other celebratory type dessert. You can also buy a piece of cake or a cupcake at a bakery or restaurant. I'm really not that picky. Take …

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So, you're at work and it's only your first week and your co-workers want to initiate you into the new work environment. You're given a 2-liter bottle of Diet Coke and some mentos. What do you do? Why, you all head out to the parking lot for some office science fun. Ahhh, if only I …

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