Lynda Balslev
Author
Lynda Balslev is a cookbook author, food and travel writer, and recipe developer based in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she lives with her Danish husband, two children, a cat, and a dog. Balslev studied cooking at Le Cordon Bleu Ecole de Cuisine in Paris and worked as a personal chef, culinary instructor, and food writer in Switzerland and Denmark. Copyright 2025 Lynda Balslev. Distributed by Andrews McMeel Syndication.
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A New Year’s Reset With a Bowl of Cioppino
Consider this dish a New Year’s reset—a comforting shift from rich, meat-heavy feasts to steaming bowls of nourishing soups and stews.
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Dress up Your Dessert for the Holidays
This classic recipe relies on a short list of ingredients and demands a high-quality dark chocolate to deliver its rich, deep flavor.
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Dressing Up Potatoes for the Holidays
This rustic side is often prepared in a large gratin dish, which can be plunked in the center of a table for indulgent family-style serving.
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Panforte: A Seasonal Tradition Worth Repeating
Although panforte’s roots reach back to medieval Italy, it has endured as a sweet seasonal indulgence.
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A Holiday Timeout
A medley of golden spices—ginger, turmeric, coriander, and cumin—infuse each spoonful with gentle heat and immune-boosting nutrients.
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Beyond the Sandwich: Make a Stir-Fry Your Go-to for Turkey Leftovers
The beauty of fried rice lies in its versatility.
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Smashing Roots
Feel free to mix and match a variety of roots for a perfect balance of sweetness and earthiness.
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Meatless Meatballs
As the holidays approach with traditionally meat-laden meals, these black bean meatballs can lighten up your weeknight menu.
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A New Year’s Reset With a Bowl of Cioppino
Consider this dish a New Year’s reset—a comforting shift from rich, meat-heavy feasts to steaming bowls of nourishing soups and stews.
|
Dress up Your Dessert for the Holidays
This classic recipe relies on a short list of ingredients and demands a high-quality dark chocolate to deliver its rich, deep flavor.
|
Dressing Up Potatoes for the Holidays
This rustic side is often prepared in a large gratin dish, which can be plunked in the center of a table for indulgent family-style serving.
|
Panforte: A Seasonal Tradition Worth Repeating
Although panforte’s roots reach back to medieval Italy, it has endured as a sweet seasonal indulgence.
|
A Holiday Timeout
A medley of golden spices—ginger, turmeric, coriander, and cumin—infuse each spoonful with gentle heat and immune-boosting nutrients.
|
Beyond the Sandwich: Make a Stir-Fry Your Go-to for Turkey Leftovers
The beauty of fried rice lies in its versatility.
|
Smashing Roots
Feel free to mix and match a variety of roots for a perfect balance of sweetness and earthiness.
|
Meatless Meatballs
As the holidays approach with traditionally meat-laden meals, these black bean meatballs can lighten up your weeknight menu.
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