Tag Archives: Rick Bayless

Guava & Fresh Cheese Empanadas

When my husband and I first met, I fell in love with his spontaneity. I was teaching middle school and the day before I left Brooklyn for Thanksgiving at my parents’ house, we got a beer at the bar we met in and I asked, “Want to camping in February?” We’d practically just met at the time and without pause, he said, “Yes!” A true testament to his sense of adventure.
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Authentic Mexican Thanksgiving

After 28 years of stuffing and sweet potatoes, The Gourmand & I opted for something completely different. Instead of celebrating the authentic American Thanksgiving meal, we made a 4 course meal, including 4 condiments, oysters, ceviche and dessert, and spent the day, just the two of us, cooking and eating and being thankful.
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