The Year In Food charts the course of the year through inspired, creative cooking and eating with an emphasis on seasonal fruits and vegetables.
I'm a photographer and food blogger based in San Francisco, CA, currently at work on my first cookbook with Ten Speed, Vibrant. You can find me regularly at the Etsy blog and bonappetit.com.
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May 17, 2013
 Howdy, friends. I picked up a new phrase from my friend Erin last week: in the molasses. That’s kinda how I feel right now. It’s intense over here in crazy-making bookland. The immensity of the work before me on this cookbook and the time left to get ‘er done leave me feeling dizzy and panicked.... Aimee St.Germain (Cooking the Strip) - May 17, 2013 - 11:15 am
Beets are one of my all-time favorites and I love the combination with arugula, chevre, and nuts. The grill marks on the beets are just beautiful! Elizabeth - May 17, 2013 - 11:22 am
I can’t fully understand, but I’ve had that fat lump in the throat many times. Still, I have no doubt you’ll turn out a work of incredible beauty that will make the frenzy of it all so, so worth it. I’m (always) rooting you on from the sidelines… Dan From Platter Talk - May 17, 2013 - 12:34 pm
We’ve all been in the molasses at one time or another. Just remember, don’t sweat the small stuff and keep these wonderful food ideas coming. This salad looks terrific! Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar - May 17, 2013 - 12:48 pm
Loooove the look of this!! Yum! Kathryne - May 17, 2013 - 3:40 pm
You can do it, Kimberley! Deep breaths, you got this. Can’t wait to see the product of your hard work. sara forte - May 17, 2013 - 6:55 pm
love that plate! what a gorgeous setting. I expect nothing less from you at this point, but it’s worth noting :) Haven’t grilled beets yet, sounds wonderful. Under the almond tree - May 18, 2013 - 3:38 am
This looks so delicious and fresh,love all ingredients! charlotte au chocolat - May 18, 2013 - 2:51 pm
Wishing you lots of small miracles as you ease your way out of the molasses. Can’t wait to see what I’m sure will be a gorgeous cookbook! (Oh, and that’s one beautiful quote.) thecitygourmand - May 18, 2013 - 6:41 pm
A showcase of beautiful produce! ileana - May 19, 2013 - 6:42 pm
Grilled beets!! Gorgeous. sarah - May 20, 2013 - 8:03 pm
What a beautiful salad! And, that Robert Frost quote has been with me all week since I saw it on Brain Pickings. It’s so perfect.
February 25, 2013
 I decided to take the long way home yesterday, after a cancelled appointment left a large window of free time between my weekend snowshoeing in Lassen and my return to the city. I never regret taking the long way if it involves driving through National Forests, along river roads and migratory bird flyways and grand... by Kimberley show hide 36 comments Heather - February 25, 2013 - 3:31 pm
Simple and perfect dessert. Kristen - February 25, 2013 - 3:38 pm
Beautiful photos! I love grilled bananas as well. ileana - February 25, 2013 - 4:00 pm
Never thought to roast a banana, but this looks like a great idea. :) Mimi - February 25, 2013 - 4:10 pm
This looks absolutely wonderful! Ashley - February 25, 2013 - 4:55 pm
Bananas have never looked so good. Seriously, this is perfect, in so many ways. sara - February 25, 2013 - 5:16 pm
I am not much for bananas on their own, but I do like them in baked things or warm desserts of sorts. This looks like a perfectly virtuous treat – the kind I am needing lately. Proud of you for recognizing that you need time outside and away, and giving that to yourself. Hope there is lots more of it. hugs. Heidi - February 25, 2013 - 6:06 pm
beautiful!! i love the idea of cacao nibs with the banana and yogurt and nuts :) Sonja - February 25, 2013 - 7:20 pm
This looks gorgeous! We just did something similar, but cut the bananas into pieces and topped with toasted coconut. I love the look of the whole bananas though! We’ll have to try your take! Elizabeth - February 25, 2013 - 9:18 pm
I love this post. I almost feel the lush fields and clear California sunlight from here. I used to make an Indian-inspired roasted banana dish, but I remember it being complicated. Your simple take seems just right, and really delicious. Kathryn - February 26, 2013 - 3:38 am
I’m totally captivated by the light in these pictures; simply stunning. Deb - February 26, 2013 - 5:53 am
This is about to be my breakfast, with a Turkish coffee for more of a cardamom (and caffeine) kick. Thanks for the inspiration! Lindsey - February 26, 2013 - 6:26 am
beautiful photos. i love how everything about this is so simple, photos included. love it. Sasha - February 26, 2013 - 6:52 am
I’m eating this right now (minus the pistachios as my pantry doesn’t have any at this moment): brilliant. Already I know that I’m hooked. I think that Marion Cunningham was right when she said that bananas taste even more like bananas when they are roasted. Courtney - February 26, 2013 - 9:15 am
Love the photos from your long way home. They remind me that spring is indeed just around the corner, but they also remind me to take the long way home every once and a while. I’ve been craving roasted bananas lately too so I will have to try this soon :) Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar - February 26, 2013 - 9:25 am
I love how simple this is! Yum! Eileen - February 26, 2013 - 9:33 am
I love the idea of combining crunchy pistachios and cacao nibs with melting-crispy-caramelized banana. I might even try it for breakfast! Milli @Milliskitchen - February 26, 2013 - 11:02 am
Such a pretty dessert! I miss bbq bananas but have never thought to just pop them in the oven to roast, must do this, looks delish. shelley - February 26, 2013 - 7:10 pm
totally doing this! + totally down with the breakfast-as-dessert / dessert-as-breakfast vibe going on in the comments! bessert will duly be added to my regular breakfast hybrid meal roster, which already includes bupper + bunch (aka brunch — it’s just funnier without the r). p.s., were it not for Greek yogurt, i could go paleo. SG - February 26, 2013 - 11:43 pm
K! You inspire me so much! Your way with words, images and food are extraordinary! Shannon McGrail - February 27, 2013 - 4:16 am
LOVED this dessert and plan to make it often. I added a little curry and harissa which was tasty and exchanged the yogurt for sour cream. So worth eating! Laura - February 27, 2013 - 5:00 am
That evening light is so beautiful, Kimberley. So much calm and awe in those photos. California seriously! My envy is strong on that one, even with all of its complexity. Glad that you’re finding some still moments (with roasted bananas yes!) to re-gather while you’re working on the book, lady. So very excited for it. Lynn - February 27, 2013 - 8:19 am
This might also be tasty with very ripe plantains. alyssa @ cogs and cupcakes - February 27, 2013 - 6:43 pm
The contrasting textures of this dessert are just fantastic! Beautiful and so unique! Sally - March 1, 2013 - 5:42 pm
I’ve recently been obsessed with Greek yogurt and this recipe is perfect. Would you recommend whole Greek yogurt for this recipe? Or will low-fat Greek yogurt work the same? The cocoa nibs are an interesting addition. Yummy! Lovefoodies - March 6, 2013 - 7:21 am
This is such a lovely, simple dessert. I love bananas, love pistachios, love yoghurt! I’ve never come across cacao nibs before, just had a quick look on google. Do you think I could swap those for something else? Or may be I have to settle for a sprinkling of cocoa powder instead of the nibs? I’m guessing the texture won’t be completely lost as long as there are pistachios in there. Natalie Webb - March 6, 2013 - 9:11 am
Oh my goodness, that looks delicious. Our Baby Bear would love it so much. Even though she’s only 4, she can eat a whole banana in about 3 bites, that little chipmunk. On the cookbook note, first, congratulations! Such a big undertaking, but I know it will be worth it. Funny timing, reading this post, because just this morning I started to strategize on how to put together a book of my own. Such a big job, and it’s already stressing me out even though I have only started to put together an outline, but I am also so excited. Let’s hope the inspiration keeps up! Kathryne - March 6, 2013 - 3:13 pm
This post is just lovely all around, Kimberley. I’d like to take a long drive through California someday, along the ocean and through some back roads. So glad to hear that you’re enjoying the cookbook process—I can only imagine how much organization and focus that would require. Can’t wait to see the finished product. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com - March 10, 2013 - 10:33 pm
I could have this whole day — for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks! Yummmmmm!!! erin @ yummy supper - March 11, 2013 - 10:56 am
Kimberley, Rachel @foodrefuge - March 15, 2013 - 6:27 am
This looks so simple and delicious. Love the photos too (…all your photos!). So pretty. Juliann DOwns - March 22, 2013 - 5:51 pm
Put that on top of french toast! Edward - March 24, 2013 - 8:13 pm
I know what you mean. It is hard for me to take the long way home since I work till late at night. Sometimes on a day of I just take my car and start driving on roads I have never been. I love doing this. Here we have a lot of Amish farms and seeing them with horses working in the field make me feel so humble. Hayley Humphrey - April 3, 2013 - 5:51 am
Hi. This is similar to a brekky I’ve been enjoying recently. I add an organic nut paste of almond, brazil and cashew prior to dolloping the organic Swiss yogurt and top with goji berries…. Just for some more ideas. Cheers. J.S. @ Sun Diego Eats - May 3, 2013 - 1:48 pm
In Brazil as a dessert bananas are often served roasted in a caramel-y cinnamon-y glaze. This reminds me of a more sophisticated version of that. Anika - May 15, 2013 - 1:50 am
I’ve tried roasted bananas on a BBQ with chocolate flakes which I loved, so will give this one a go. Any ideas on using pistachios in other dishes? Pistachios are my favourite nuts but I use them in cooking, only to snack on lately | punctuated with food - February 27, 2013 - 11:24 am
[...] Roasted bananas with cacao nibs and pistachios from The Year in Food. This sounds like an easy way to quench a sweet tooth without feeling weighed down. [...]
February 5, 2013
 When I was nineteen, I launched my very first entrepreneurial enterprise: I started a very tiny chai-making operation. I made it in my mother’s kitchen, bottled it in gallon-size milk jugs, and delivered it in the basket of my old, avocado-green Schwinn bicycle to my single client: the coffee shop where I worked at the... by Kimberley show hide 39 comments thecitygourmand - February 5, 2013 - 4:40 pm
Gorgeous, reminds me of the chai I had in India from the chai wallahs. Great memories! Brian @ A Thought For Food - February 5, 2013 - 4:56 pm
What an amazing story. I had no idea that you did that. So cool! This chai is exactly what I need right now as I freeze my butt off. Jess - February 5, 2013 - 7:01 pm
I just made my first trip to India in April, and had a similarly magical experience riding the trains. India was so overwhelming and wonderful and different fromany place I’ve ever been – thank you for capturing it so beautifully. Sasha - February 6, 2013 - 12:55 am
You’ve reminded me of the big plans I had to fill my kitchen with chai. I was in India for four months and got back one year ago. I kept a journal with all of the foods that I wanted to recreate – starting of course with the basic, chai – but when I got home I fell back into my old cooking habits, including big pot of coffee and not big pots of chai. I look forward to making this recipe. Stephanie @ okie dokie artichokie - February 6, 2013 - 3:52 am
Chai, gosh I love it so. And I’ve been so meaning to make my own batch of it too– thanks for the reminder and inspiration! And a trip to India sounds amazing, holy cow. Natasha - February 6, 2013 - 4:00 am
I love that story! I’ve never thought about making chai at home but I imagine it’s amazing. Will definitely have to try. Beautiful photos too, by the way! Laura - February 6, 2013 - 4:38 am
Loved your stories! Everyone says the train is the best/worst/most wonderful/craziest thing in India. It is true that The Darjeeling Limited captures it as a bizarre microcosm on the move. And chai is so breathtaking in any context–love your specification of Assam tea. Definitely my favorite cuppa as of late. Pat Bagg - February 6, 2013 - 6:40 am
If anyone who reads this posting is now longing for real chai and you happen to live in the New England area, in the beautiful village of Salisbury Connecticut, there is a tea room called Chaiwalla. Mary Obrien brews very authentic chai and the most delicious food to accompany it. It is definitely a “worth the detour” rating. Brittany Grace - February 6, 2013 - 7:52 am
Gorgeous sentiments. I can picture the train with a glassless window, revealing to you so many beautiful snapshots of living in India, from fascinating to touching to raw and ugly. I look forward to recreating the magical taste of real chai with this recipe. Thank you. Jessie M - February 6, 2013 - 9:00 am
I remember my first cup of chai. It was at the only Indian restaurant in my small home town. It was amazing. Starbucks pales in comparison. Almost twenty years later, I don’t live there any more but the restaurant is still going strong and I still think their chai is the best! Ashley - February 6, 2013 - 11:27 am
I absolutely loved this post!! Such a great story and you painted it all so vividly. Lovely photos as always. Stacy - February 6, 2013 - 12:40 pm
Such good stories and memories, Kimberley. And I love the beautiful, slight chaos of the last photo — with those pretty, pretty spoons! (Also, you know, if you need a traveling buddy for a return trip to India, just give me a call…) Courtney - February 6, 2013 - 2:09 pm
Chai is one of my favorite beverages, so much so that I find myself sneaking chai spices into anything and everything. I’ll have to try this version soon. I used to dream about taking a trip to India, though as I’ve gotten older that dream seemed to all but disappear… until this post. Thanks! sara - February 6, 2013 - 3:13 pm
love hearing of your memories, so sweet. I have only made chai from scratch one time and it was so delightful. I need to try this recipe, perfect time of year for it. kickpleat - February 6, 2013 - 3:36 pm
Beautiful story and lovely memories. I haven’t made chai in ages so I think this is a nice reminder. I totally remember my first cup of chai – I thought it was like cake in a cup. Eileen - February 6, 2013 - 4:21 pm
A hot, fragrant chai would be pretty perfect right about now. This blend sounds wonderful! Sarah Rose - February 6, 2013 - 4:52 pm
Equal parts beauty and truth. I’m twenty, looking for that same sort of comfort in the world. Wishing those answers came as easily as a cup of Chai. Love. Manu - February 7, 2013 - 2:57 am
I really love your photographs!! Manu - February 7, 2013 - 2:58 am
i really love your photographs! Emilia - February 7, 2013 - 6:25 am
This looks awesome! Please look at our student project… The blog “Meal of the Year” mealoftheyear.tumblr.com for even more delish recipes!!! =) la domestique - February 7, 2013 - 8:08 am
I really enjoyed reading this post. I know there are places I visited years ago where the travel was tough and I needed time before feeling the urge to return. I’ve actually never tried chai, even though that’s what everyone drinks here in Boulder. Maybe I will now. Barbara - February 9, 2013 - 2:49 pm
That chai looks amazing, and perfect for snowy evenings. I love your photos too. Thanks for sharing! Lucid Food - February 10, 2013 - 2:54 pm
Hi Kimberley, this is absolutely sumptuous looking. I love your photos. I’m in San Francisco from now through may, let’s meet up for chai! -Louisa MikeVFMK - February 10, 2013 - 5:24 pm
I have loved chai since the very first time I tasted it. Hooked. I can’t wait to try making it myself thanks to you. Love that you sold it back in the day on your bike. Classic. sarah - February 10, 2013 - 8:27 pm
Beautiful story, and you are gutsy! At 21 I would have been too afraid to do something like that. I have made homemade chai over the years, but never a recipe that I’ve fallen in love with. I’m going to have to try this out this week! Allie @ The Nutritional Epiphany - February 11, 2013 - 10:52 pm
I love everything about this! The story, the photography, the fact that it is about chai. Just reading it makes me feel warm inside! I like that you had the entrepreneurial bug at a young age :) Nidhi - February 14, 2013 - 5:28 am
Hey! Wonderful post.. I’m from India myself.. And regularly make and drink tea.. Seeing the picture you have posted made me realise that the milk in this tea actually got curdled. This does not bring out the real flavour of the tea.. Rather spoils it. Abi - February 17, 2013 - 9:14 am
This is beautiful! I was in India in 2008 and still vividly remember the Chai sellers — everywhere! I’ve never been able to find a cup of tea similar to the ones in India. Spicy but sweet, bracing but loving too. Thanks for this recipe! I will be sure to try it tomorrow. Laura (Blogging Over Thyme) - February 17, 2013 - 6:25 pm
Wow! Pretty incredible story. Love how you started your own “business” at 19 :) I’ve always wanted to go to India, hopefully one day I can! Alison - February 19, 2013 - 1:04 am
This post was beautiful and brought me back 2.5 years ago to my own trip to India. I can clearly envision my scenic (and smelly!) train ride through Northern India listening to my chai wallah chanting “chai, chai!” all night long (who drinks chai in the middle of the night?!). This chai looks fabulous and I hope to recreate it and be transported back again to the beauty of India. Thank you! Laura - February 20, 2013 - 8:03 am
There’s nothing I love more than a good cup of chai–especially during these chilly winter months! Sally - March 1, 2013 - 5:48 pm
I’ve always wanted to go to India and I love that this chai has more of that spice that Indian chair does versus typical American chai, which tastes a lot sweeter to me. Great post! -Sally MK - March 4, 2013 - 1:57 am
This seems good, but as a chai and chai latte (called dood patti in pakistan) enthusiast I like to keep it simple. I don’t add much to my cup of chai but I cook it more than usual so that it gives a strong flavor. It also gives good color to it! The only thing I some times add to it is cinnamon. Stephanie - March 7, 2013 - 6:23 am
When I first discovered chai, I frowned upon it… I didn’t think it would be any good for this “coffee” drinker. But someone told me to try it over ice and make it a cold drink.. I was hooked. I can’t wait to try this recipe! First I will try it as indicated, then I will try it over ice. I bet it will be good both ways! Thanks! Brandon Elijah Scott - March 8, 2013 - 7:14 am
Great blog, loving this! :) Kahkasan Akhi - March 8, 2013 - 7:31 am
Love Chai, and love your teapots! Kiran @ KiranTarun.com - March 10, 2013 - 10:33 pm
Love chai! We keep it simple here by adding ginger, cardamom pods and cloves. So yummy~ Rachel - March 26, 2013 - 6:48 am
Thanks so much for the recipe. I love chai and used to buy it all the time in the US already prepared in boxes and all I had to do was heat it up and add milk. In Bangkok, though, it’s more difficult to find so I’ve been trying to make my own. Will try your recipe and let you know how awesome it is :) Gourmet Creations - April 14, 2013 - 5:31 pm
LOVE THIS!  Well, it’s that time of year again. Take a deep breath. Everybody hold hands. We can do this. How we navigate this ridiculous, glorious and challenging time of year is a theme I will probably stay with through most of December. I’m in the thick of three big projects in addition to my cookbook and... by Kimberley show hide 116 comments Jody - November 28, 2012 - 5:53 pm
I’m a big fan of smoked paprika and “winning” anything associated with good food preparation! Thanks for the opportunity. sara - November 28, 2012 - 6:13 pm
What an awesome giveaway…you rock! That cookbook looks awesome. And the broccolini looks fabulous…I can’t get my boyfriend to eat broccoli, but he’s sort of on the fence on broccolini…I am definitely trying this, I bet it will make him a convert! BA - November 28, 2012 - 6:38 pm
I would love to win that cookbook… and eat that broccolini! It looks wonderful. mary - November 28, 2012 - 6:48 pm
Your photos are stunning! Inspired. Meagan - November 28, 2012 - 7:14 pm
I love this post (and your blog)! But, the advice was so so needed now that I’m in the throes of finals. Thank you! and thanks for the giveaway! Brianne - November 28, 2012 - 7:15 pm
Broccolini and smoked paprika are both used rather frequently in my house; how have I never thought to combine the two?! Enjoy your December. You deserve it! Leslie - November 28, 2012 - 7:23 pm
Love your site and of course is broccolini the best veggie arielleclementine - November 28, 2012 - 7:37 pm
i am all aglow that you chose to feature my recipe! i love your blog, and love the broccolini adaptation! thank you :) dana@minimalistbaker - November 28, 2012 - 7:46 pm
Would love to win this cookbook! Just discovered Food 52 last week and am already in love. Thanks for offering to “treat” us with this lovely giveaway : ) Dragonfly Woman - November 28, 2012 - 7:57 pm
The broccolini recipe sounds delicious! I’m definitely going to have to try that one. Katie - November 28, 2012 - 8:11 pm
Just had to say that I love the shot of those gorgeous trees! It’s inspiring. Can’t wait until we have something that beautiful to look at around here! Rachel - November 28, 2012 - 8:47 pm
Just did this recipe tonight! So yummy! thanks for sharing :) and for giving a giveaway! How cool! :) nicole i - November 28, 2012 - 8:56 pm
this recipe looks divine. happy december and all it’s goodness to you. Emily - November 28, 2012 - 9:07 pm
I love your winter wisdom! I’d love to win the cookbook, also looking forward to yours! Lynn - November 28, 2012 - 9:20 pm
This looks like a simple, delicious recipe. I think that vinaigrette would also be very good with roasted brussels sprouts, which I already have on hand, along with some marcona almonds … wendy - November 28, 2012 - 10:01 pm
I love your work and your spirit! It was so fun to meet you at Eat Retreat! Kathryne - November 28, 2012 - 10:14 pm
This recipe is so perfect for right now, while we’re in between holidays. I’m glad you’re treating yourself to wholesome midweek dinners and all of that. Stay sane, the new year is just on the other side. Kay - November 28, 2012 - 11:23 pm
We should always take care of ourselves so that we can take care of others, and I agree that the little things add up to a whole big thing when done consistently. Leslie - November 29, 2012 - 1:59 am
Looks delicious. Just got some CSA broccolini so plan on making this Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar - November 29, 2012 - 4:53 am
What a fabulous way to make broccoli! Yum! Brian @ A Thought For Food - November 29, 2012 - 5:26 am
This is why I love you… you know how to make the most of life… despite how stressful it all can be. Thanks for the reminder that we need to do things for ourselves every once in a while… even something as small as listening to our favorite album (which I’m totally going to do today). What a glorious giveaway… and, amazingly, I don’t have this book. I know it has to be a wonderful book though. Fingers crossed! Kate Harris - November 29, 2012 - 5:29 am
Your posts are always inspiring! And the cookbook looks lovely! Kristin Kraabl - November 29, 2012 - 5:45 am
I so love your pictures and I have a mini love affair with brocoini. Yum! December or any month with snow is my favorite however we have no snow in Minnesota (boo). Emily K. - November 29, 2012 - 5:45 am
Broccolini is the vegetable that changed my boyfriend’s perspective on vegetables! I owe it my sanity! Donna - November 29, 2012 - 5:54 am
This sounds yummy – I’ve got some broccolini in the fridge right now, must try it! And I’d love to win a copy of the book. Abby@ The Frosted Vegan - November 29, 2012 - 5:59 am
What a lovely way to make broccolini so much more tasty! Heather - November 29, 2012 - 6:07 am
Is that an antique lantern? Love the shape. Tricia - November 29, 2012 - 6:08 am
Simple and delicious – my kind of recipe. “I say hoard those things. Be selfish about them. It makes us less selfish elsewhere in our lives.” I couldn’t agree more. Thanks for that inspiration this morning :) Niki Arden - November 29, 2012 - 6:09 am
This looks so yummy, I never know what to do with broccolini, I can’t wait to try it out. LJ Stubbs - November 29, 2012 - 6:30 am
Roasted vegetables are one of my favourite things to eat. Ashley - November 29, 2012 - 6:38 am
Great side dish! I’ll try it for sure :) Could also be delicious with rapini, my fav. Beautiful blog, I enjoy every single post. Happy Birthday, and Happy New Year!! Douglas Lee - November 29, 2012 - 6:38 am
Hopefully I’ll find some broccolini at the market tomorrow; if so, I’ll be trying this! Christina - November 29, 2012 - 6:45 am
This recipe looks delicious! I’ve been craving crunchy greens lately – this is perfect! Christina - November 29, 2012 - 6:55 am
Happy Happy Birthday! I hope your birthday and christmas and new year’s are full of love and family! :O) Recipe looks great. I am currently working on a cookbook with my daycare kids for their parents for christmas. Fun and crazy times cooking with kids. I would love to win the cook book! Laurie - November 29, 2012 - 7:04 am
I never seem to have enough smoked paprika in the house. This sounds delicious. Thank you! Sarah - November 29, 2012 - 7:23 am
I can never find Broccolini at my grocery store but I think I will try this with broccoli instead. Rebecca - November 29, 2012 - 7:34 am
Great giveaway and great sentiment- support the treat wholeheartedly Molly - November 29, 2012 - 7:36 am
A lovely recipe and a lovely reminder to do what makes us happy, be it yoga, a walk in the park, or a relaxing dinner with loved ones. Julia Atwood - November 29, 2012 - 7:42 am
Yummy…a new way to enjoy one of my favorites! I can hardly wait to try it. Just HOW do you come up with these ideas?!! Mary Ann - November 29, 2012 - 7:46 am
Broccolini and smoked paprika, what a great combo. My coop often teases me because I am always reordering smoked paprika! I use it in most everything I cook. That is not an exaggeration! Heidi Hess - November 29, 2012 - 7:51 am
I appreciate the reminder. This is the time of year to be thankful for all we have and to remember there are some who are not so fortunate. Jennifer - November 29, 2012 - 8:09 am
Ahhh this looks amazing! I invited friends over for dinner this weekend and this will be a perfect side. Thanks for the awesome recipe (and holla to another Sagittarius!) Vee - November 29, 2012 - 8:15 am
yummy! Theresa Mundy - November 29, 2012 - 8:26 am
Would love a new cookbook. Kate - November 29, 2012 - 8:42 am
I must admit that my cooking experience has pretty much been in the “How much salt? How much pepper?” category but I’m trying to learn. If winning the new cookbook is based on “need”, I’m a winner ’cause I need to know more about cooking. :-) I don’t even know what “smoked paprika” is but I’m going to hunt it down and capture some because this looks just lovely. Gilda - November 29, 2012 - 8:44 am
These photos are so beautiful, Kimberly. Particularly that second one. I love that lighting. I also love broccolini so thanks for this recipe! Kira - November 29, 2012 - 8:50 am
Smoked paprika is a thing of beauty. Happy almost birthday and thank you for all of the incredible recipes. Kristine - November 29, 2012 - 9:01 am
I have been following your blog for a while now and am totally impressed. It is always a joy to look through and I am really looking forward to your cookbook. There is just something great about a book you can hold in your hand versus photos on a screen, even if they are beautiful. Bayle - November 29, 2012 - 9:01 am
Yum, smoked paprika. Happy almost Birthday and cheers to all the goodness that December holds. Thanks for the reminder to indulge in great things. Lara Rachowicz - November 29, 2012 - 9:06 am
I love everything a bit more with smoked paprika. I love it on eggs for breakfast! Thanks for the recipe. Kendall - November 29, 2012 - 9:13 am
I really love that second photo. How did you capture it? Jenn - November 29, 2012 - 9:42 am
Looking forward to trying this out – it sounds delicious! NicoleD - November 29, 2012 - 9:47 am
Lovely post, Kimberley. I hope you have many beautiful moments in between the busy times. Happy Birthday to you! Sarah - November 29, 2012 - 10:09 am
The broccolini looks delicious and the giveaway sounds divine! Patti - November 29, 2012 - 10:14 am
The pictures are beautiful and the recipe looks good. And healthy! Christine - November 29, 2012 - 10:19 am
Kimberley, your work is spectacular as always. I have a backlog of “Kimberley recipes to try,” which I’m hoping to attack over the holidays! Elin - November 29, 2012 - 10:26 am
That vinaigrette sounds amazing! Can’t wait to try it out! jacquie - November 29, 2012 - 10:29 am
i have to admit i find the whole holiday season to be tremendously lacking – too much emphasis on consume, consume, and consume some more and totally missing the real point of the season. but that is just my opinion. i do whole heartedly agree with you on the need to nuture ourselves though but let’s make it all and not just one season. Ok? Taye - November 29, 2012 - 10:58 am
Mmm broccolini is my favourite! Would love to try that cookbook as well! kate - November 29, 2012 - 11:00 am
Yum. Love the idea of any vegetable roasted. Will try the smoked paprika-have been using harissa a lot when I roast veggies. So good! Kristen - November 29, 2012 - 11:01 am
This looks fantastic. What would you recommend serving it with? MaryB - November 29, 2012 - 11:03 am
The recipe sounds absolutely delicious. Thanks for offering the giveaway and chance to win a lovely book. e.s. - November 29, 2012 - 11:09 am
Love your blog,and would love the cookbook! Courtney - November 29, 2012 - 11:12 am
I always tend to let stress overwhelm me, particularly at this time of year. I’ve been trying to indulge in little things lately, too. This broccolini recipe looks like the perfect opportunity for that :) Samantha - November 29, 2012 - 11:17 am
I love your blog. I have been reading it for awhile, but this is my first time posting. I loved the idea of treating yourself to the small things in life. Awesome recipe. Sasha - November 29, 2012 - 11:20 am
I absolutely agree that we need to be selfish about little pleasures so that we can be selfless in other parts of our lives – such wise words. Happy holidays Kimberely! Your recipes always spark my appetite. Now I’ll just have to hunt down some broccolini. SG - November 29, 2012 - 11:24 am
Happy Birthday fellow Sag. Big hugs, SG Bethany Kocher - November 29, 2012 - 11:29 am
I love broccolini… roasted veggies are the best with smoked salt. Stephanie - November 29, 2012 - 12:11 pm
I swear, I was going to post a comment even before I read about the giveaway. In fact, if I win, you can choose someone else. I loved everything about this post: the inspiration/reflection, photos, and delicious recipe! kelly - November 29, 2012 - 12:16 pm
This is just what I’m craving right now:) Haley - November 29, 2012 - 12:36 pm
I had been dreaming about broccolini and trying to figure out what to make, this looks perfect! Joanne Charron - November 29, 2012 - 12:49 pm
I always have broccoli I and smoked paprika on hand, but have never thought to combine the two. I look forward to enjoying this with Pacific wild salmon this evening.q alain - November 29, 2012 - 1:17 pm
I go wild for marcona almonds. Trader Joe’s has a rosemary marcona almond that I think would be so delish in this dish. linda - November 29, 2012 - 1:29 pm
Love your recipes and photos! Can’t wait to try this recipe too! Sherry Mack - November 29, 2012 - 1:57 pm
I love your thoughts on treating oneself……so important in life! And I was struck by the synchronicity of your post….my birthday is Dec. 1 too, I like the way you linked with the New Year! Thanks for the blog….. Katy Penrod - November 29, 2012 - 2:12 pm
I love that site, winning the cookbook would be awesome! ileana - November 29, 2012 - 2:27 pm
I love the idea of a smoked paprika vinaigrette! A friend brought us a tin of pimenton from her trip to Spain, and I will definitely have to use some for this recipe. Thanks! I also love the occasional little indulgence… fresh flowers, ice cream before dinner, a few new magazines. I often remind my mom that you’re not offering your friends and family the best version of yourself unless you take care of you, too. Anyway, enjoy the heck out of your favorite month! Kathryn - November 29, 2012 - 2:58 pm
I love your recipes and your blog, and I really love broccolini!! Looking forward to making this. Mary Frances Ellis - November 29, 2012 - 3:33 pm
Broccolini is one of my favorite veggies. Thanks for giving me a new way to prepare it. Nicole - November 29, 2012 - 3:58 pm
The cookbook looks great! Stephanie - November 29, 2012 - 5:10 pm
All of a sudden, I am a broccolini fan! That looks amazing! Dora - November 29, 2012 - 5:12 pm
I am SO lucky, just bought broccolini today & love smoked paprika. Thanks for a great recipe! Happy B’Day & a super great new year!! Carolyn - November 29, 2012 - 5:19 pm
The broccolini looks sooooo amazingly delicious. I’m going to have to make it for my husband! I know he’s going to love it! Katie - November 29, 2012 - 6:05 pm
I also love December – tonight’s little gifts include kale and lentil stew and some delicious dark chocolate :) kim - November 29, 2012 - 7:56 pm
A simple recipe which looks delicious. Thanks for the reminder… Hope - November 29, 2012 - 8:25 pm
Would you believe gai lan? It’s what I had on hand and it worked perfectly. A new Food52 cookbook to read at bedtime would also work perfectly, of course. Kimberly P. - November 30, 2012 - 9:31 am
I cannot wait to try this Roasted Broccolini! Thanks for the great recipe and for the opportunity to win this new cookbook. The 1st Food 52 cookbook is incredible. Kitten - November 30, 2012 - 10:21 am
This looks wonderful, not sure where I’d find Broccolini in my area, but can’t wait to look! Thanks for the wonderful giveaway too :-) Jen - November 30, 2012 - 12:44 pm
This looks amazing. I’m not sure if you can send the book to Canada, but if so, please enter my name! Loren - November 30, 2012 - 1:20 pm
That snow scene is gorgeous! Would love to browse a new cookbook! Susan - November 30, 2012 - 2:01 pm
I just discovered your blog. Lovely photos and I’ve already saved recipes I have to try. Thank you. Erin - November 30, 2012 - 2:11 pm
Good thoughts about treating oneself! Happy December! Shannon - November 30, 2012 - 4:25 pm
I’m treating myself to long shavasanas and wholesome home cooked meals. Here’s to a happy December! Kristie V. - November 30, 2012 - 5:21 pm
Thank you for treating us to an easy, new way to prepare a roasted veggie! It looks and sounds divine. Will try it soon! Andrea - November 30, 2012 - 8:08 pm
This recipe looks stunning! Thank you for your thoughts on treating oneself, always an important thing to remember! Agnes B. - November 30, 2012 - 8:42 pm
Yes, deep breath! And even though Dec is very quiet month for me and my family I still feel the frenzy and stress all around us. I sometimes secretly wish we had a bit of that craziness, and of course a touch of that lovely snow you have on your photograph. We don’t get much winter here. I promised myself one of these days I will take my daughter to a huge Christmas celebration with beautiful winter wonderland outside. So enjoy your favorite month and all the best to you, Kimberley. Anna Goodling - December 1, 2012 - 5:27 am
My favorite veggie is any one that is roasted! Would love to give your cookbook to my Mom – it would totally make her day! Love your blog. Thanks for a wonderful year! Amy - December 1, 2012 - 8:04 am
Love this simple but gorgeous recipe and your thoughtful words. It’s so important to take time for yourself so you can enjoy life without getting caught up in all its business :) Aimee - December 1, 2012 - 4:20 pm
December is a fabulous month! And I’m excited to see what other projects you’ve been working on. A book is big enough, to try to tackle other projects at the same time.. that’s impressive. Beth Jankauskis - December 2, 2012 - 7:35 am
Your pictures are gorgeous, and the cookbook sounds wonderful! Alayna - December 2, 2012 - 8:04 am
That looks absolutely delicious! I love your blog. kat - December 2, 2012 - 9:59 am
Loving smoked paprika right now! It’s a little like bacon in spice form. Rian N. - December 2, 2012 - 7:06 pm
December is the month where everybody could do with a bit of indulgence; nothing too fancy required – just a little ‘thank you’ to the self for surviving another year. Loving the thought of simple cooking and chocolate for that role~ Laurie Jesch-Kulseth - December 2, 2012 - 8:00 pm
Lovely recipe! Would love to win this new cookbook — I love their first one! Tamara Mitchell - December 3, 2012 - 4:25 am
Gorgeous photos! Dana Slatkin - December 3, 2012 - 6:23 am
You’re so right about this time of year, and we should all treat ourselves to more sanity-savers. To that end, I am so making the broccolini! Have a memorable birthday, Kim! xo from 90210, Dana Michelle - December 3, 2012 - 8:31 am
Mmm…this recipe looks lovely. And the red and green colors are quite festive. Andrea - December 3, 2012 - 10:49 am
What a wonderful giveaway! Your blog is in my daily rotation of favorites, and I look forward to reading whenever there is a new post. Simon Calls - December 3, 2012 - 12:45 pm
Sounds delicious! Searching for a career in the culinary industry? Check out the job board at culintro.com Brenda - December 4, 2012 - 7:52 am
Cookbook giveaway?! – the gift that keeps on giving! Lisa - December 5, 2012 - 7:04 am
This looks delicious. Thanks for the reminder of life/holiday sanity by grounding down and self-nurturing :) Kasey - December 5, 2012 - 10:28 am
I hope you had a fantastic birthday, Kimberley. Having lots of projects is exciting, but I agree that this time of year is all about treating yourself :) Shelley - December 5, 2012 - 2:08 pm
made this the other night and am sad I didnt make a double batch. too amazing for words! the vinegar hits the dressing just right. Gourmet Creations - February 28, 2013 - 7:13 am
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November 20, 2012
 I have a thing for this time of year – starting this week and sweeping all the way through to the end of December. All of its sparkly, wondrous, glittering, cozy magic. If I had my druthers, I would lay for hours beneath a Christmas tree, inhaling its piney aroma, listening to old Christmas records,... by Kimberley show hide 36 comments caitlin - November 20, 2012 - 11:03 am
I love having these around in December, but have never added the cardamom. Quick question, does it go in the simple syrup or with the outer sugar layer? (I may have just missed it – if so, apologies!) Lizzy (Good Things) - November 20, 2012 - 11:30 am
Sounds delicious, and sooooooo festive! Brian @ A Thought For Food - November 20, 2012 - 11:39 am
These look so good! I’m the same way… For a number of reasons, I get stressed out this time of year. But it’s not going to happen to us… we’re going to beat it. NicoleD - November 20, 2012 - 11:51 am
I’ve always wanted to make these! Yours are so pretty! Kathryn - November 20, 2012 - 12:57 pm
This post has given me that first little frisson of excitement about the upcoming holiday season. I love anything sparkly and glittery and these are absolutely no exception to that rule. Serenity @ SoulWithStyle - November 20, 2012 - 8:34 pm
Absolutely beautiful! Very inspirational. Tine - November 20, 2012 - 11:33 pm
That’s art on a plate! thelittleloaf - November 21, 2012 - 12:24 am
I absolutely love the idea of a recipe that almost serves as a decoration in itself! These are just so sparkly and pretty. Louisa - November 21, 2012 - 1:06 am
I can’t describe what these do to my eyeballs! Stunning. Ashley - November 21, 2012 - 6:46 am
These are gorgeous! I’ve never had sparkling cranberries before but have half a bag left in the fridge and may need to give them a try. I kind of wish I could string them up and hang them around our house. So cute! ;) la domestique - November 21, 2012 - 8:39 am
This is a fantastic idea- so festive! It’s my favorite time of year too. kickpleat - November 21, 2012 - 10:15 am
I’ve always been so curious about these sugared cranberries after I spotted the recipe on a food blog nearly 10 years ago. How do they keep? Do you store them in the fridge? How long do they last? Your photos look gorgeous and they indeed do sparkle! Happy holidays, lady! Lynda - November 21, 2012 - 3:55 pm
I have imagined something like this, and now here you’ve realized it beautifully. I will be making this for sure this season. Happy Thanksgiving, Kimberley! Christian Rene Friborg - November 21, 2012 - 10:51 pm
This looks perfect on the table on Christmas day! Magda - November 22, 2012 - 8:12 am
What an amazing idea, they look so pretty, like little sparkly jewels. I will be making these for Christmas. Thank you! Cynthia - November 23, 2012 - 9:14 am
This looks soo yummy! I’m glad to have found your blog through etsy. I am going to create these small tasty wonders. Thank you! ~Cynthia Kasey - November 23, 2012 - 10:20 pm
These are so beautiful, Kimberley! They perfectly capture what I love about this season. I know what you mean about trying to not let the stress of the season get to you, and just revel in the magic all around. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving, and hope to see you soon! Lori @ RecipeGirl - November 24, 2012 - 7:14 am
I have always wanted to make these. They’re gorgeous! Kristie V. - November 24, 2012 - 7:33 am
Beautiful photo! This recipe also arrived with my CSA box last week. Something’s telling me I’m supposed to be making this ;-) Stacy - November 24, 2012 - 2:54 pm
Oh, I feel the same way about this season!! I’m so glad you do, too, all things considered. (: I was so curious about these cranberries when I first saw them on Heidi’s blog but have never made them — perhaps this is the year! Wishing you all things sparkly, wondrous and cozy as we launch ourselves into the holidays. Crystal Clark - November 24, 2012 - 2:56 pm
mmm, looks yummy, and simple! I think they would be really pretty strung on a tree as well. :) VANI - November 25, 2012 - 1:29 am
GREAT RECIPE VANI - November 25, 2012 - 1:30 am
GREAT RECIPE. AN INNOVATIVE AND RICH RECIPE mimi - November 25, 2012 - 7:36 am
beautiful!!! I wish these could be strung and hung on my christmas tree!!!!! Jackie - November 25, 2012 - 6:39 pm
GORGEOUS! They look snow-covered, but I suppose that’s the point:) sara - November 25, 2012 - 8:04 pm
so gorgeous. thanks for the reminder. it’s a daily exercise to soak up the good things of this season, and not get carried away in the hustle of it. I’ll keep your words in my pocket. xo Joy - November 26, 2012 - 12:20 am
mmm this looks divine! Glamorous Glutton - November 27, 2012 - 12:18 am
These are so pretty, I have to try them. GG Ashley - November 27, 2012 - 8:22 pm
I LOVE this season too. Part of the reason for that is because the world is studded with beauties like these cranberries. So pretty. Kankana - November 29, 2012 - 5:33 pm
I have been thinking to try this for a while now! You convinced me :) Christine - December 4, 2012 - 1:17 pm
I made these yesterday, Kimberley. Tiny tart-sweet flavor explosions! They are delicious and completely addicting! Gourmet Creations - March 28, 2013 - 5:22 pm
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