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Moroccan Butternut Squash and Carrot Stew Over Quinoa

We’re kicking off the new year with one of the oldest and most diverse dishes: the simple (or not so simple) stew. It warms the bones, fills the belly and can be just the thing your budget and diet needs. Founding Foodie Sarah flips the script on her family when she makes a meatless stew packed with Moroccan flavors and butternut squash. So what is a stew? It isn’t just a thick soup! Continue reading Read more

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Mafe, a.k.a. African Peanut Stew (a.a.k.a. Groundnut Stew)

Founding Foodie Amy is taking us to sub-Saharan Africa this week with some traditional Senagalese fare known as Mafe, or African Peanut Stew. This hearty, rich stew is the perfect thing to take off Winter’s chill … but there’s a fowl problem for our foodie, and it’s name is Chicken. Continue reading Read more

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Brunswick Stew

We’re snowed in up to our keisters here in the Washington, D.C. area, dreaming of food to keep us warm. We’re in luck! It’s our last week celebrating stews, and new contributing Eater Debbie shares a tale of a certain “camp stew”, traditionally made with, well … squirrel. But trust her, it’s adaptable and there are plenty of ways to make it without having to skin our little furry friends. Of course, if you’re desperate, I’ve seen a few pudgy squirrels ’round these parts. Continue reading Read more

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photo credit to Aaron Otis Photography 2014


July
Watermelon is the perfect summer food. It hydrates, it cools, it's sweet and juicy. We have some great ideas for your table, including a salad, ceviche cups, popsicles and cocktails. Get ready to beat the heat with us!