Author Archives: Alisa Stutzbach

Pad Thai

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Alisa Stutzbach

A couple weeks ago, I took one of the most energizing classes I’ve yet to experience. Sorry, library school, but my Southeast Asian street food cooking class at Tante Marie’s was more exciting than User Needs and Behavior in Theory and Practice (which, um, actually was one of my favorite classes—yeah, I realize that makes me a nerd). Continue reading →

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Tart Citrus Tart

Posted on March 31, 2012 by Alisa Stutzbach

Having been born and raised in Florida, I guess it’s pretty much inevitable that Key lime pie is one of my ideal desserts. I’m not talking about the cloyingly sweet custard kind that sticks to your teeth, though, and definitely … Continue reading →

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Christopher Elbow Caramels and Chocolates

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Alisa Stutzbach

It is so hard to find a good caramel. One that makes your eyes soften, your shoulders relax, and provokes an involuntary exhale as the caramel is released from its thin chocolate shell. One that melts like butter when it … Continue reading →

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Savory Stir Fry Sauces

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Alisa Stutzbach

Stir fry is one of those meals that withstands—and even relishes—improvisation. Pretty much any vegetable or protein is fair game, and you can nearly throw the kitchen sink into the sauce. It’s become one of the go-to meals my husband … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Eve Cheese Fondue

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Alisa Stutzbach

Our New Year’s tradition—”tradition” being now a four year streak—is a very late night cheese fondue with the Haupts prepared after my New Year’s Eve performance in Dallas. Since the concert usually ends after 10pm, dinner ends up being right … Continue reading →

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Gluten-Free Apple Pie with Crumb Topping

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Alisa Stutzbach

If my husband had his way, I’m pretty sure he’d want apple pie–with vanilla ice cream, of course–for every meal. Alas, since our physical hearts probably can’t take it (although our metaphorical hearts would be in heaven!), I try to … Continue reading →

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Vegetarian Taco Salad

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Alisa Stutzbach

Sometimes you really just need tequila. And sometimes you need food to go with it. Here’s my favorite taco salad for tequila-necessary days. It’s pretty simple, but you can make it more complicated if you want to by adding more … Continue reading →

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Luscious Gluten-Free Fresh Berry Tart

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Alisa Stutzbach

This week was the last week for blueberries at the farmers’ market, and considering how much joy they’ve brought me this summer, I felt like they deserved an honorable send-off for the season. Little did I know that a gluten-free … Continue reading →

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Variations on Basil Pesto

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Alisa Stutzbach

As summer begins to draw to a close, it’s time for me to share my main weapon for taming a basil forest (and also impressing guests with a fresh but simple summertime meal): basil pesto. It’s amazing as a base … Continue reading →

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Una Pizza Napoletana

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Alisa Stutzbach

Since April or so, I’ve been volunteering at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music in their archives. I’ve spent most of my Wednesdays since then driving about halfway up the peninsula to San Bruno, parking my car, taking the BART … Continue reading →

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