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“We must have a pie…

Posted on Dec 2, 2015 by Peggy

Stress cannot exist in the presence of a pie.” (David Mamet, Boston Marriage) But sometimes it can when making your first pie. A home cook worth his or her salt understands the most basic of recipes can sometimes be the trickiest. Take pie crust. If you make the pastry right the first time, it’s probably because you … Full recipe post »

Lucy’s Smoky Peach-Mint Julips

Posted on Aug 18, 2012 by Peggy

“When using mint, or any herb, in a cocktail, You NEVER want to break up a leaf – only express the oils,” said Lucy, as she gingerly pressed mint leaves against the glass with a muddler. My son Zan, and his partner, Lucy, invited me and Richard over for appetizers at their Detroit digs before … Full recipe post »