Monthly Archives: December 2011

Crispy Duck with Plum Chutney

Posted on December 30, 2011 by sparecake

Last post of the year, and it’s Jamie Oliver once again coming through with a pretty excellent bird. Kyle and I made this Christmas eve, and it was super good! The skin gets just as crispy as you’d hope, and … Continue reading →

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Char Siu Bao

Posted on December 28, 2011 by sparecake

This recipe is a quite delightful way you can use up your char siu. They’re baked, not steamed, pork buns, which I think I prefer, texture-wise. They’re like the best little Chinese Hot Pocket you could ever have! One recipe … Continue reading →

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Char Siu

Posted on December 26, 2011 by sparecake

This recipe has nothing to do with recently observed holidays, but I don’t celebrate Christmas anyway, so…here’s some pork! I’ve made this recipe a few times, and it’s super easy and delicious. Kyle and Alex hadn’t had it before, and … Continue reading →

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Parmesan Herb Bread

Posted on December 23, 2011 by sparecake

I’ve had this bread bookmarked for ages, but it’s supposed to be cooked in a dutch oven, which I didn’t have. My roommate Alex brought one home recently, so I was finally able to check it out. This particular dutch … Continue reading →

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Brownie Muffins

Posted on December 21, 2011 by sparecake

I was wandering around mrbreakfast.com again recently, and saw a review of one recipe that called the food an “[e]xcellent source of chocolate.” Can’t turn that down! Brownie muffins are exactly what they sound like – they taste like brownies, … Continue reading →

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Cranberry Glazed Pork Ribs

Posted on December 19, 2011 by sparecake

Alex’s mom gave him some herb and spice kit at some point, and he recently decided he wanted to use one of the cinnamon sticks that came in it. A brief search of AllRecipes, and bam! Delicious dinner! Ingredients: 1 … Continue reading →

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Homemade Funfetti

Posted on December 16, 2011 by sparecake

Who wants to have a good time? When I first read this recipe, I noticed that the person who wrote it wanted a slightly butterier flavored cake, but used vanilla and almond extracts. I was pretty pleased to find somewhere … Continue reading →

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Crock Pot Chicken Wings

Posted on December 14, 2011 by sparecake

Wooo crockpots, you make life so easy! These wings are super simple, tasty, and tender. I like ’em! Ingredients: 12 to 18 chicken wings 1/3 cup soy sauce 1 teaspoon ground ginger 2 garlic cloves minced 2 green onions minced … Continue reading →

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No Commitment Sourdough

Posted on December 12, 2011 by sparecake

I don’t know about you, but the idea of having sourdough starter in my fridge for the rest of forever seems like way too much commitment to me. I’d much rather just have a Tamagotchi or something. Because I like … Continue reading →

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Pepperoni Pizza Dip

Posted on December 9, 2011 by sparecake

Sure I posted a pizza recipe Wednesday, but this is pizza dip, which is totally different! It’s great for parties, or to bring to work if you’re looking to feed some coworkers. Ingredients: 1 6 ounce package of pepperoni 1 … Continue reading →

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