Temper chocolate, then break the rules.
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I’ve spent my whole life sneaking bites of whatever my mom was cooking in the kitchen—whether it was a Sunday roast or her famous chocolate chip cookies. Now that I’m the one in charge of the stove, I love testing recipes that balance tradition with a little creative twist.
This site is my way of sharing those dishes I’ve perfected (and the ones I’m still figuring out).
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