Elizabeth’s Roasted Cauliflower & Cheddar Soup

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Here’s what I think I did. All measurements approximate (or possibly made up).
1. Cut 1 sm head cauliflower into florets (say, around 1.5-2″ across the top) and thickly slice 1 onion. Toss in olive oil (not ex-virgin if possible–that stuff’s better raw) or some neutral oil, roast @ 325F for, say, an hour (check [...]

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Salsify Soup

Salsify (pronounced “sals-ih-fee”), also known as the Oyster Plant, is a root vegetable commonly used in Asia. It’s slightly sweet and reminiscent of artichokes, and vaguely oyster-y in taste.
Francis made this soup the other day and it was scrumptious. If you can find it, get some salsify and experiment!
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- [...]

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PIZZA! (And breadsticks!)

Last night I made pizza, and boy, did it hit the spot!
Quick dough:
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon quick yeast (about 12 grams)
- 1 teaspoon honey (or sugar)
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 cup white flour plus a tablespoon or three
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
To cook:
- Combine yeast, honey, and [...]

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Lemon Peanut Butter Cookies

I know, I know, it sounds weird, right? I basically did this by accident, but was pleased with the result. Somehow the lemon zest works with the light peanut flavour, and I think that if you didn’t know the ingredients, it would be a pleasant taste enigma.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup packed [...]

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