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Michael Laxer
Dec 12, 20202 min read
Fried Chicken Strips Spanish-Style w. Spicy Mayo
Today we are going to take a look at making Spanish-style fried chicken strips. These are crunchy and spicy with bold flavours that are...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 8, 20201 min read
Revolutionary artist Diego Rivera, b. December 8, 1886
Mexican artist, muralist and leftist Diego Rivera was born December 8, 1886. His remarkable murals included famous revolutionary figures...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 6, 20202 min read
Butternut Squash Pumpkin Bars
By Natalie Today we are going to look at a fall pumpkin and squash treat. Crust Ingredients: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/3 cup brown...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 5, 20202 min read
Pepper Goat Soup
Today I am going to share a recipe that is inspired by two widely disparate dishes. This combines the spiciness and use of goat found in...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 3, 20201 min read
Soviet Life Russian Cuisine 1968 -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. Pirozhki, Shashlik, Beef Stroganoff, Chicken Kiev and more. Vasara Restaurant, USSR 1978 In July, 1968 the English language magazine...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 2, 20202 min read
The art of Yuri Raksha, b. December 2, 1937
A look at the Soviet artist whose promise was tragically cut short when he died at age 42 in 1980. Born December 2, 1937, Soviet artist...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 26, 20203 min read
The art of Yuri Pimenov, People's Artist of the USSR
On the anniversary of his birth (November 26, 1903) we revisit Pimenov's work through 50 of his best pieces. Yuri Pimenov, one of the...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 22, 20202 min read
Beef Chuck Chili with Homemade Jalapeno Cornbread
Today we are going to take a look at a classic style of chili with beef and vegetables that gains a wonderful texture from the addition...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 19, 20202 min read
The Oliver: Reinventing a 1950's Colossal Salami Sandwich
Vintage Cookbook TBT This week I am going to do something a little different for our The Left Chapter occasional "Vintage Cookbook TBT"...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 17, 20202 min read
Quick and Easy Pan-Fried Salmon Burgers
Today we are going to take a look at how to make salmon burgers that uses mayonnaise and Dijon mustard to deliver up very moist patties...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 13, 20202 min read
Deep Dish Pizza Sandwich
Today we are going to look at a perfect party, movie night or game day sandwich that is fun, easy to make and a neat take on deep dish...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 12, 20201 min read
Family Circle Fast Meals Cookbook -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. Deep South Ham and Sweet Potatoes, Confetti Frank Casserole, Dagwoods & more. Vintage Cookbook: Family Circle Fast Meals Cookbook...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 5, 20201 min read
What could be tastier? -- 4 Soviet mushroom recipes from 1966
Vintage Cookbook TBT w. Mushrooms in Sour Cream, Mushroom Soup w. Barley, Pickled Mushrooms & Salted Mushrooms. In this departure from...
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Michael Laxer
Oct 27, 20202 min read
Seasoned Rotisserie Beef Roast
Main photo by Julia Laxer With one simple trick and the right seasoning you can make an excellent beef roast using a rotisserie, be it...
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Michael Laxer
Oct 25, 20201 min read
Cast Iron Pan Baked Eggs w. Broccoli and Potato
By Natalie This is a marvelously easy way to make perfect eggs that will be nicely cooked and still have a runny yolk. The best part is...
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Michael Laxer
Oct 19, 20201 min read
Sheet Pan Pork Chops and Brussels Sprouts
Today we are going to look at an easy way to make seasoned and sauced pork chops that are cooked with Brussels sprouts. Using a high heat...
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Michael Laxer
Oct 11, 20202 min read
Tomatillo, Hominy and Black Bean Chili
A bold, spicy vegetarian and vegan friendly chili. Served atop a corn fritter with sour cream Today we are going to take a look at a...
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Michael Laxer
Oct 9, 20204 min read
Quick Roasting Turkey for the Holiday
In this post we will look at a method of roasting a 12-15 lb. turkey that is quick, relatively easy, and produces a turkey with a...
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Michael Laxer
Oct 3, 20201 min read
17 Postcard Images of Lviv, USSR 1974
In the 70s Lviv was an industrial, administrative and cultural centre in the Ukrainian SSR popular with tourists due to its historic city...
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Michael Laxer
Oct 2, 20202 min read
Bistecca alla Pizzaiola with Mozzarella
Today we are making a really fun, tasty and easy dish that we adapted from a vintage 1950s Canadian cookbook that had a variety of...
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