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Shells and cheese are served. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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On the strawberry patch: Mac and cheese for make-believe

Indulging childhood memories with this favorite

Mashed potatoes are served with chicken breast, green beans and pan sauce. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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Mashed potatoes for a chef

They are deceptively hard to get right

This vegan kimchi mandu uses crumbled extra-firm tofu as the protein. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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Meditating on the new year with kimchi mandu

Artfully folding dumplings evokes the peace and thoughtful calm of the Year of the Rabbit

Ultra-fast, protein packed miso soup is a mild and comforting tonic for sick days. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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Soothing soup for January ills

Miso soup is ultra-fast, protein packed, and mild and comforting.

Kelsey Shields applies a “Lucy’s Market” sticker to a Cheese of the Month subscription box on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023 at Lucy’s Market in Soldotna, Alaska. (Jake Dye/Peninsula Clarion)

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New month, new cheese

Lucy’s Market launches subscription box for monthly cheese selections

Soft and sticky rolls incorporate the tastes of cinnamon and whipped cream cheese frosting. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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Consolation for a getaway that didn’t happen

Warm, sticky cinnamon rolls take the sting out of holiday disappointment

Adobo Chicken Floutas are topped with queso, sour cream, cilantro, onions and tomatoes. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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Deep-fried New Year’s indulgence

Like many people, I used to make New Year’s resolutions every year

This Double Chocolate Peppermint Fudge combines chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk and a few mix-ins for a simple, quick holiday treat. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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Christmas magic in candy form

Double chocolate peppermint fudge in a few easy steps

Onions, carrots and chicken broth are topped off with warm dumplings in this classic recipe. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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A meal to warm up sleepy snow days

Chicken and dumplings are a simple, homey classic

Golden Soup mixes cauliflower, onions and apples and can be made in one pot. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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Golden soup offers a healthy reprieve after holiday indulgence

On the off days between the trips and celebrations I find it necessary to eat strategically

Tressa Dale / Peninsula Clarion Blueberries and lemonade can be combined to create a base for a number of drinks.

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Adventures in tasting

A young chef tries out blueberry lemonade

Candy pecans make a roadtrip sweet snack. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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Sweet treats for the road

Candied pecans accompany more subued wandering

These labor-intensive pierogies can be made in large batches and frozen for future meals. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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Pierogies — Europe’s beloved carb

My recipe is for a savory potato, onion and cheese filled version that will make any carb-lover smile.