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“Just as I did for the green bean sandwich from Meat Cheese Bread in Portland, Oregon, my lemongrass tofu banh mi is an inspired take on the Mendocino Farms original, not a direct replica. Its flavors are similar, but a little simplified, because I’m making this for myself.”
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“A counter stool, a cheesefurter, a bowl of onion rings, and a dish of peppermint ice cream. I can’t think of many better ways to stretch your legs on a road trip lunch break than with a stop at Shady Glen.”
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“Instead of a crunchy, browned crumble topping or a thick, biscuity dumpling crust, this peach cobbler cake with rosemary features a pourable batter, almost like pancake or waffle batter in its consistency. It sinks down and between each chunk of fruit for the best of both worlds: a cobbler that’s part cake with a puffy top crust and edges and part spoonable fruit dessert with a tender, soft center.”
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Just like keeping a favorite bottle of rosé wine chilled at all times, having a stash of house beer on hand is an advance planning move that makes summer living that much better. Note that I’m not saying you need a light, flavorless beer to appeal to the masses—you want a summer house beer that’s crisp, refreshing, and appeals to a wide range of palates without weighing you down.
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