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Eating SW Florida | Slightly Obsessed
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What am I preoccupied with NOW? Our absolute favorite restaurant in Tampa is the Columbia Restaurant. Last year with visiting friends, I stumbled on a bayfront bar in a marina in Englewood called Zeke’s. Strong drinks and fried seafood, pretty much as expected, but they served a smoked fish dip that blew my skirt up! One of our Manasota Key traditions is to split the Fisherman’s Feast (haddock, shrimp, scallops, and ipswich clams) at Flounder’s Restaurant and Tiki Bar. So we can save room for deep-fried ...
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Happy Holidays (and last post of 2014) | Slightly Obsessed
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What am I preoccupied with NOW? Happy Holidays (and last post of 2014). Happy Holidays to you and yours! This will be my last post of 2014. We’re out of town for the holidays, spending a few days with my husband’s mother and squeezing in a quick trip to Vegas (a little perk of being an empty nester! So I’m baking like mad even though I’ve caught the cruddy cold that’s going around. I’ve got a batch of these layer bars. From the King Arthur website. So my last cocktail recipe of the year is * barely* a co...
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Giving Tuesday, December 2, 2014 | Slightly Obsessed
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What am I preoccupied with NOW? Giving Tuesday, December 2, 2014. I’m proud to be a food blogger. An abundance of wholesome, organic, nutritious foodstuff is at my fingertips or a just a quick trip to the grocer away. If I run out of something, whether basic or artisan, I Just Buy More. Food insecurity. Neighborhood’s elementary school were eligible for free or reduced meals. And in an elementary school whose boundary is adjacent to mine, 78%. Could not afford to eat balanced meals. Canned Vegetables (lo...
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Confessions | Slightly Obsessed
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What am I preoccupied with NOW? I don’t like fresh raw tomatoes. I love them cooked, sauced, dried, in salsa (even fairly fresh), but I don’t like them in salads or on sandwiches. My dear friend Sue grows these gorgeous heirloom tomatoes, and I’ll eat a tiny bite or two while suppressing my gag reflex, but that’s it. I use bottled lime juice with abandon. See Pantry Must-Haves. I HAVE fished grilled veggies and meat out of the coals, brushed them off, and served them. See “I drink” above. I eat raw cooki...
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Food | Slightly Obsessed
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What am I preoccupied with NOW? Credit: B. Wacks]. So we had another big release so there’s another .0 celebration at work. The Fingerprint. From the last one was such a success, I got to develop a new one for THIS time too. Now, was I asked or did I volunteer? I’d found that I really loved gin with cucumber. So that was my starting point. As to why I got inspired to throw in the kiwi — who knows. But it REALLY works with the gin and cukes. 8220;Why aren’t you a bartender? Don’t be like me — ...1/4c lime...
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Spritzin’ the Sauce | Slightly Obsessed
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What am I preoccupied with NOW? Spritzin’ the Sauce. Cranberry Sauce Tequila Spritzer. 1 tablespoon leftover whole berry cranberry sauce. 1 tablespoon orange liqueur. 3 tablespoons silver tequila. 2 – 3 ounces San Pellegrino Pomegranate and Orange Soda. Lime (optional, not pictured). This entry was posted in Adult Beverages. December 16, 2014. I’m “Dining In” on Wednesday, December 3rd. Eating SW Florida →. Leave a Reply Cancel reply. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *.
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PSA: Don’t blame it on Popeye’s !! | Slightly Obsessed
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What am I preoccupied with NOW? PSA: Don’t blame it on Popeye’s! Fast forward to this past Sunday, when an innocent lunch of leftover Popeye’s led to 6 hours of debilitating abdominal pain, again followed by a relief-inducing vomit. As I lay on the couch, pre-vomitus, crying, my husband is saying You are going to the doctor tomorrow and I’m agreeing, blubbering Yes! I’m going to the doctor tomorrow! They laughed. I’m pretty sure I was their last patient of the day. In the OR, as they are getting me ready...
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Pantry Must-Haves | Slightly Obsessed
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What am I preoccupied with NOW? There are a number of items I try to keep around so when I get an inspiration, I don’t have to race off to the grocer! India Special Extra Bold Peppercorns and a Unicorn. Fats: Unsalted butter, extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, baking spray, bacon fat (in fridge). Aromatics: Shallots, garlic, onions, celery (pre-chopped in freezer), baby carrots, tri-colored peppers (freezer). 2% milk, eggs, plain yogurt. Stock (low-sodium canned chicken; various homemade in freezer).
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And Winter Is Here | Slightly Obsessed
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What am I preoccupied with NOW? And Winter Is Here. And so begins my lament … I hate winter. Yes, hate is a strong word. But I am so over winter. I’m tired of the freezing pipes battle. I’m tired of the freezing furnace sump pump battle. I’m tired of throwing treats out the back door because otherwise the dog won’t go out to do his business. I’m tired of being cold, all the time. The high point of my morning commute? When the seat heater kicks in. The one bright spot until April I guess. January 13, 2015.
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About | Slightly Obsessed
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What am I preoccupied with NOW? Slightly Obsessed is a website that publishes food-oriented media for the home cook working in the home kitchen. I strive to present approachable recipes and techniques that home cooks of all skill levels will want to try themselves. Slightly Obsessed was launched in May 2013 by Michelle Matlack, home cook, cocktail goddess, and amateur photographer. By day, I’m an IT professional. I’m married to a research scientist, Keith, who is my Culinary Guinea Pig:. Snark aside, I l...
