Let's Raise Our Glasses...

There is going to be a major change coming to Adventures of an Amateur Foodie. It's going to happen on Wednesday, so heads-up to everyone. I've had a lot of fun writing this blog and thank you, many thank yous to those of you who are reading along.

See you Wednesday.

Double Apple Bundt Cake

I'm swimming in apples.

One of the best things about Southern California is that we have fresh produce year-round. D. and I are members of an amazing CSA (Community-Supported Agriculture) with Be Wise Ranch. Our biweekly boxes are filled with gorgeous vegetables, including big and sweet apples. We've had apples up the wazoo, so baking is one of the best ways to use them up quickly.

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Duck Fried Rice: Rendering Fat

It's raining here in San Diego. I know, I know, we don't have it badly at all, but rain and gray call for simple, uncomplicated food. One of my favorites is fried rice. To give a basic dish some oomph, I used duck fat. Using pure fat might sound unappetizing to some, amazing to others, but one way or another, the use of some kind of fat is going to enhance the flavors of the dish.

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