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The wicked winter has taken its toll on me: I am very much under the weather. But I couldn’t leave you without some cooking inspiration this week. So here I share (or re-share) three posts from Februaries past. I can proudly say they are all winners—recipes that are important to me and that I enjoy cooking often. They are my valentine gifts to you. Spoil someone you love or just treat yourself well. And please forgive my lapse…I hope to be back in the kitchen soon. 

Chewy Date & Walnut Squares

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2.13: These melt-in-your-mouth marvels are a family treasure. They are light and crispy, dense and chewy all at the same time. One bite and you’ll fall in love.

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Tagliatelle with Smoked Salmon, Pink Grapefruit & Caviar

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2.12: A gorgeous pasta dish to share: pearls of caviar, creamy peas, ribbons of smoked salmon intermingle with tender tagliatelle in a citrus laced cream sauce. It’s a luscious recipe for lovers.

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Chicken Paillard

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2.11: One of my all-time favorite recipes, I swear I cook this for dinner more than anything else. And for good reason: it’s quick and easy to prepare, and immensely delicious and gratifying.

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