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Mexican Pizza

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My Mexican Pizza topped with a fragrant tomato sauce, creamy queso fresco, red onion, and escabeche (pickled jalapenos and carrots) was inspired by a pizza I ate pool-side more than once during my trip to Cancun last month with Mr. Fuji.  

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Buckwheat Crêpes with Avocado & Aged Cheddar Cheese

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Buckwheat crêpes filled with aged cheddar cheese and creamy slices of ripe avocado make for easy comfort food that can be enjoyed any time of day.  I’ve got a weakness for crêpes. 

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Saffron Rice with Raisins and Almonds

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Saffron Rice with Raisins and Almonds Makes 8 servings 4 cups chicken broth 1 cup (8 ounces) butter 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1 teaspoon saffron threads 2 cups basmati rice 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup slivered almonds 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 2. Bring the chicken broth to a boil over […]

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