Author Archives: Julie Hashimoto-McCreery

About Julie Hashimoto-McCreery

28 year old food blogger and writer.

Ashland Sneak Preview Interview

I had a cool opportunity recently, to participate in an interview about this blog in one of the best local newspapers here in Ashland, the Sneak Preview. The following is the article that was just released. I was completely nervous, … Continue reading

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Ginger Vanilla Applesauce

What do you do when you’ve got a handful of apples too soft to enjoy eating on their own? You make applesauce, because it’s easy. And delicious. I’ve eaten homemade applesauce, though I hadn’t made it myself before today. There … Continue reading

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Lemon and Roasted Asparagus Risotto

Although I grew up in a place where the change in seasons wasn’t often clearly evident, I really do enjoy the changes that come season-to-season now that I live on “The Mainland.” One of my favorite changes is what ingredients … Continue reading

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Roasted Asparagus and Sweet Pepper Frittata

I must admit, I love to sleep in. Especially through the winter and early spring, when my insomniac tendencies are at their all time high. Sometimes “bedtime” is nearly 3 AM, which means waking up falls somewhere between 9 and … Continue reading

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Eggs in an Avocado Basket

I used to love an egg in the basket. Perhaps you know it by another name? Wikipedia tells me there are many names for an egg fried into a hole cut into a piece of bread. For instance (my favorites): … Continue reading

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Avocado Alfredo

This will look questionable. It sounds questionable. Consider that your forewarning, but please don’t let it keep you from at least considering this dish. It’s good. It’s good for you. Again, don’t let that stop you. I grew up around … Continue reading

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Banana Cranberry Ginger Oatmeal

For the first time in nearly five years, I’ve had our home to myself for the week. Its been strange in various facets. There is no one yelling “JULIE!” every two minutes, meaning trouble, help, or hunger. I can go … Continue reading

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Panko Breaded Baked Tofu

I watched a rerun of America’s Worst Cooks the other night. Don’t hold a grudge. We don’t have TV so I’m limited to Hulu cooking shows and Netflix movies. AWC seemed like an okay decision at 11:30, post wine-consumption. The … Continue reading

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Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup

  If I had to choose, I’d say springing forward isn’t exactly my thing. I’m more of a falling back kind of girl. Sunshine at 6 AM? No thanks. I enjoy winter, which is actually a little funny since I … Continue reading

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Spinach and Ricotta Dumplings with Shrimp in Cream Sauce

  I first heard of Pinterest a handful of months ago, while reading through some of my favorite food blogs. I do understand some of the controversies of the site, especially its rampant issues with copyrights… I try to link … Continue reading

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