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SHOW ME WHAT SALMON CAN DO
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"Eating is a necessity but cooking is an art."
— Unknown
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DIRK AND ME AT DIRK'S FISH SHOP
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Am I the only one who wants to eat fish more often lately? I just plain feel better eating a beautiful piece of fresh fish. One key to a fantastic fish entrée is to get the highest quality seafood possible. I especially love fresh salmon.
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THERE'S NOTHING LIKE FRESH SALMON
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Salmon is versatile and delicious, and it takes just a few minutes to prepare in a way that will elicit an absolute “wow.” I especially love salmon for a dinner party! Here are a few of my favorite salmon preparations.
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MY SALMON NIÇOISE SALAD IS ALWAYS A HIT
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I began making salmon cakes since long before I was a food blogger. Onion, celery, and finely chopped red pepper give them a wonderful flavor and texture, and the trick is not to macerate. Leave a little bit of body and texture in there! This version is Whole30, but it’s out of this world whether you’re doing Whole30 or just enjoying delicious seafood. If you’re considering serving salmon cakes at a dinner party, it’s always best to ask guests in advance if they enjoy salmon, because some people are not at all crazy about it.
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THESE SALMON CAKES ARE TO DIE FOR
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Have you ever made Gravlax? It’s a Nordic way of curing salmon that’s so delicious and so special. It’s wonderful on an appetizer platter and not hard to make, but people will think that you are basically a rock star. Spectacular on a celebration platter but equally as wonderful with cream cheese on a bagel. It's served with dill, a squeeze of lemon, capers, and finely chopped onion. However you serve it, it’s fantastic.
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DEFINITELY TRY THIS IF YOU HAVEN'T!
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THIS MAKES A WONDERFUL BREAKFAST TOO!
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Fernanda’s favorite is salmon sashimi. Her keys to this dish are to buy the best salmon you can afford and thinly slice it. Marinate it in a bit of soy sauce or coconut aminos, then top with thinly sliced green onions and serrano or jalapeño peppers. To take it to the next level, heat up 2 to 4 tablespoons of olive oil and slowly drizzle it on top of the salmon to slightly sear. Sprinkle with sesame seeds or furikake and enjoy.
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FERNANDA HAS EXCELLENT TASTE!
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People always ask me why my fish is so delicious and what my genius tip is. This is primary: Any dish is only as good as your ingredients, so find a local supplier who can get you an amazing product. I’m so lucky to have Dirk’s Fish & Gourmet Shop in Chicago. Tip two: For the love of God, don’t overcook your fish!
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GLUTEN-FREE CHOCOLATE CHIP PRUNE CARDAMOM COOKIES...SAY THAT THREE TIMES FAST!
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We want you to show us how you cook with CA Prunes! I’m so delighted to say we're partnering with California Prunes for a MAJOR giveaway. As many of you know, I’m a total prune enthusiast, and I have nearly a dozen recipes on my blog that all use prunes! To enter this giveaway, all you need to do is show us how you cook with California Prunes. You can use your own recipe or one of ours, then tag @nocrumbsleft and @caprunes for a chance to win!
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CRUNCHY GRILLED CHEESE WITH SWEET AND SAVORY CARAMELIZED ONIONS
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One grand prize winner will get a $500 gift card to Made In, plus three more winners will be selected for $100 gift cards. And every winner gets CA Prunes swag! We can't wait to see what you come up with. Click here to see our full round up of prune recipes and get cooking!
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In this episode, I sit down with nocrumbsleft’s kitchen manager, Fernanda Sacramento, to say goodbye and chat about our time creating recipes together. She’s truly been a bright thread in the tapestry of nocrumbsleft. It’s the classic “We laughed, we cried…” episode (I may or may not have cried at least twice). I’m going to miss this ray of sunshine! If you’ve ever wondered what happens behind the scenes @nocrumbsleft, this is the episode for you. We are both the third of three girls, and daughters who adore their mothers, but beyond that we are foodies who will recipe test together until we reach perfection. It’s certainly been a match made in heaven for both of us, and you’ll love listening in on this one. Plus, don’t miss the after show with my own kid, September!
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CHECK OUT THE SHOP!
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This week we unearthed some leftover pottery, and there’s nothing I’d love more than to share it with you! We have a small collection of first run pottery items available, like breakfast plates, spoon rests, pitchers, prep sets, tumblers, and mugs. I know many of you still want a piece of pottery, so this is your opportunity! We’ve got excellent stuff waiting for you, so click here to head on over to the shop! Let’s Go!
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