Alyssa has taught writing, health and nutrition. She started writing in 2009 and has been published in different magazines. Alyssa holds a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in education, both from the University of California.
Few gifts show thoughtfulness, a willingness to put effort and time into the present, or good taste as much as gifts you make in the kitchen. The...
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Servings : 4 Recommended Wine : Calvados or Cidre Cooking Time : 30 Min. Difficulty Level :Easy Ingredients 2 Green apples 1 Red apple ...
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You can have the best recipe and ingredients available in the world, but if you don’t understand how heat affects your cooking, the meal you create...
As I recently indulged in one of my guilty pleasures. I was shocked to discover not a single contestant on the show knew how to make a crepe. This is...
Pies are so beloved, there’s even a National Pie Day. But you don’t need a holiday to make a pie. Pies are an ideal dessert any time of the year....
As Thanksgiving quickly approaches, we all prepare for a day filled with food, friends, family, and cooking. A holiday that revolves around eating...