Author Archives: Kelly Estes

About Kelly Estes

Kelly is a freelance writer who loves to cook. She is a former award-winning newspaper journalist who now writes for the web from her test kitchen in Jacksonville, Florida.

Boston Brown Bread Sweet Success

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Kelly Estes   [View Comments]

If you’ve ever longed for a slightly sweet but satisfying afternoon snack, or even simple breakfast, look no further. Try this Boston Brown Bread with a little

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Why Germans Love Whole Bread, And What It Costs Them

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Kelly Estes   [View Comments]

We’ve heard the rumors of Germans eating fresh bread with every meal. Are they true? Many Germans bake their own bread instead of buying the sometimes stale

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Salmon Putanesca Livens Up Tastebuds

Posted on August 24, 2010 by Kelly Estes   [View Comments]

*part 2 in a series How many times have you seen fish in the grocery store, only to shy away from buying a couple fillets because you’re unsure how to cook them? It’s a very common problem. Thankfully, after taking … Continue reading →

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Mussel Inspiration in Cooking Class

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Kelly Estes   [View Comments]

*part 1 in a series Mussels are a popular appetizer, but how many people know how to cook them at home? Recently, I attended a ‘fish cookery’ class taught by head chef Michael Ramsey. The class, filled with 29 other … Continue reading →

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Grilled Zucchini Secret to Empty Veggie Platter

Posted on August 11, 2010 by Kelly Estes   [View Comments]

Steamed zucchini is okay, but grilled zucchini is out of this world delicious. I’ve never served vegetables that were

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