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Food

Rum Raspberry Dessert Sauce

We are in the midst of a heat wave, and the Fourth of July is almost here, which means many of us will be scooping ice cream, gelato, and other…

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July 2, 2018
Baking

Carrot Cake

Whipping up this dessert involves an extra step that takes traditional carrot cake to new levels of deliciousness. If that isn’t enough to tempt you, consider that it adds yet…

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November 6, 2018
Food

Carrot and Cabbage Slaw

Light and bright with just enough sweetness, this carrot and cabbage slaw is practically designed for outdoor dining.  As an accompaniment to the main dish, it makes a plate more…

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April 19, 2023
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    Baking,  Food

    Imperfect Baking 101 (& Blueberry Cheesecake Topping Recipe)

    June 7, 2016 /

    How do I prevent a cracked cheesecake? If you ever baked a cheesecake, you likely have consulted with Google or a friend on this one. Just the sight of butter in the fridge generally makes me start whipping up a dessert, which is to say I know my way around a kitchen, but I certainly have not mastered the perfectly formed cheesecake top. Custardy smooth middle. Perfect crust. Check and check. Sometimes with a beautiful crack in the middle.

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    Thirsty Radish is centered on living through the senses, with a focus on the intersection of food, love, and creativity.  Throughout my life I have had the pleasure to indulge in many of my passions.  I am a published poet, mother, former nonprofit arts director, and wife, among many other roles, and I know my way around a kitchen.  Thirsty Radish is for all of the renaissance women and men who pursue life wholeheartedly – who are just as happy exploring a new recipe as they are making strides in their profession.

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