The Yellow Apron

Creating recipes for everyday.

Friday, October 30, 2026

Trying Kvass

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  I got influenced by Tasting History with Max Miller .  He made kvass, an Eastern European fermented soda based on rye bread.  Sounds weird...
Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Corn Fritters

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It is finally turning cooler!  All those end of summer and into fall goodies actually sound good now.  Even though the Santa Anas spiked the...
Saturday, October 24, 2026

Molokhia

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Next to the frozen favas at Super King is frozen molokhia.  I looked it up, and it's the leaves of the jute mallow.  I know, I'd nev...
Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Za'atar Spice Blend

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Super King has giant one-pound bags of za'atar, a popular Levantine spice mix.  They contain a small bit of oil, meaning they will go ra...
Sunday, October 18, 2026

Pork with Apple BBQ Sauce

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I am still trying to use up the runny apple jelly I canned almost a year ago.  I'm using it instead of honey in some recipes and applesa...
Thursday, October 15, 2026

Winter Garden Prep

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I waited until September to start seeds indoors for the cool weather garden.  It felt like summer would never end.  And then it got hot agai...
Monday, October 12, 2026

Chickpea Curry with Carrots and Cabbage

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I really needed to use up the last of the carrots in the garden so I could have the pot back for winter planting.  Add to that the last jar ...
Friday, October 9, 2026

Chili with Canned Beef

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As everyone struggles to afford meat these days, canned versions are often overlooked.  Nearly every meat is available canned.  A few brands...
Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Lunch at Home

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On my days off, lunch is generally cheese toast and an apple.  When I took off two weeks for the High Holy Days, it got way more elaborate. ...
Saturday, October 3, 2026

Whole Baked Tilapia with Herbs

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For my Simanim dinner, I decided to do a whole fish, rather than a separate fish and fish head course.  It was just me.  Super King did have...
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Lurker Smurf
Southern California, United States
I am a baker and freelance caterer who enjoys a cooking challenge. Using the stray items that collect in a pantry, fridge, or freezer has become my specialty. I like to take my inspiration from any cuisine I sample, even if my tweaking produces a less-than-authentic result.
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