Kelsey Ganes
A recent graduate of the University of Washington, Kelsey has been a foodie since she first picked up a cookbook at the ripe old age of 9. When she is not experimenting in the kitchen or tracking down Seattle's coolest new restaurant, she is behind the lens of a Canon dSLR, photographing everything that crosses her path.
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Posts by Kelsey Ganes
September 5, 2011
Back to school is always a stressful time. From getting back into schoolyear habits to swinging back into the daily routine, there's always so much going on! Here is one super quick and easy...
September 5, 2011
If you're like me, you try to recycle everything - inside the house and out. While Seattle has a fine recycling and compost/yard waste program, I still don't always feel that great about (...
September 4, 2011
Nothing is better for a breakfast treat or weekend brunch than fresh sweet rolls - even better? They're ready in 5 minutes from start to finish! Mix, microwave and voila! Instant burger buns,...
September 4, 2011
Stuffed peppers are a classic, comforting dish. Bell peppers, filled with rice (or quinoa or lentils or...), ground meat and veggies, then baked or - my favorite - simmered in tomato sauce! Stuffed...
September 4, 2011
It's Labor Day weekend folks, and you know what that means? Fall is here. No matter what the weather, and though the equinox is still a few weeks away, Labor Day weekend means back to school...
September 4, 2011
Not what you would find a college party! Cosmos, margaritas, mojitos - you name it, you can turn it into a high-end jello shot for friends and family. A perfect idea for Labor Day, they are super...
September 3, 2011
Peanut sauce is one of my all time favorite condiments! Perfect over noodles, in a stir fry, for a cold pasta salad dressing, as a dipping sauce - for almost anything. Here are three gluten free...
September 3, 2011
Blueberry muffins are one of life's little pleasures. An ultimate comfort food: sweet sometimes citrusy cake bursting with fresh blueberries. Gluten free baking can certainly be a challenge -...
September 3, 2011
Pasta alla Carbonara is a relatively new Italian classic. Attributed to Rome in the mid-20th century (appearing sometime between 1927-1954), this simple dish has an incredibly rich history and flavor...
September 3, 2011
Modak, swee-filled dumplings , are a traditional celebratory food of the Hindu festival of Ganesh (or Vinayaka) Chaturthi. Ganesha Chaturthi is a 10-day festival (this year beginning September 1st)...
September 3, 2011
London Broil has an interesting story -- not actually a cut of meat, as it is so often labeled, but a method of preparation. Traditionally, London Broil is prepared by grilling flank steak and ...
September 2, 2011
Olives are easily on my list of Top 5 favorite foods - black, green, purple, marinated, in oil, brined, French, Greek, Israeli - you name it, I've probably tried it (when it comes to olives,...
September 2, 2011
Happy Friday! Here are this week's picks for gluten free deliciousness! Shaved Fennel Salad A crisp, refreshing salad with pine nuts and feta, perfect for the end of summer! Quick and Easy Pot...
September 1, 2011
One of the most popular flavors across the board, salted caramel sounds perplexing, but like all sweet-salty combinations, there's simple science behind the phenomenon! Like chocolate and peanut...
September 1, 2011
Egg salad is a lunch time classic! Packed with protein, naturally gluten and dairy free, and super easy to assemble - 5 ingredients or less! Perfect on a sandwich, wrapped in lettuce or as a salad,...
September 1, 2011
Made for so much more than ginger ale and ginger beer, ginger is one of my favorite herbs (spices?) both fresh, dried, ground, minced, pureed, juiced - you name it, I'm all about it. With spicy...
August 31, 2011
Falafel, fried or baked chickpea cakes, are a traditional Middle Eastern favorite. With a wide variety of regional variation, these naturally gluten free and vegan fritters make for a delicious...
August 31, 2011
Gluten free French bread feels like an elusive myth of the Celiac world. Thick crunchy crust and soft, pillow center, like Dutch Crunch outside of San Francisco, gluten free French bread seems to be...
August 31, 2011
Pomegranat Molasses seems to be cropping up everywhere these days - from cocktails to appetizers, salads, grilling glazes and desserts. Here's a fantastically simple recipe for homemade...
August 31, 2011
There's nothing quite like fresh corn chowder for a delicious (gluten free!) summer lunch or light dinner. The key to a successful batch of corn chowder is the quality of the corn -- whether...
August 30, 2011
A famously delicious pasta topping, vodka infused red sauce makes for an incredibly rich sauce and delicious meal. In my opinion, pasta sauce is not meant to come from a jar -- while this is...
August 30, 2011
It's that time of year: apple season is right around the corner! Fresh granitas are a super easy Latin dessert, combining pureed fruit or fruit juice and freezing it in a pan or dish. By...
August 30, 2011
One of my all time favorite late summer/early fall desserts, crisps showcase the natural sweetness of farm fresh apples. From Jonathan Gold to Granny Smith, Honeycrisp and Jazz, fresh apples are...
August 29, 2011
Happy Meatless Monday! Here are three quick and easy Mexican-inspired vegetarian meal ideas, as delicious as they are quick and easy! Naturally gluten free and easily dairy free/vegan, there's...
August 29, 2011
Juicy and sweet, nectarines are a classic summer fruit. From fresh salads and chutneys to tarts and clafoutis, nectarines are incredibly versatile. Here are a few of my favorite summertime nectarine...
