Author Archives: Diane Fluin

About Diane Fluin

Diane Fluin is a Twin Cities based freelance writer, editor and food blogger. For more than two years she has been documenting her culinary exploits on her eponymously titled food blog, Diane’s Food Blog. Geared toward the less experienced home cook as well as the seasoned chef, Diane’s Food Blog entices readers with interesting recipes, appealing photos, and step by step details that bring each recipe to life.

Spanish Croquetas (Fritters)

Spanish Ham and Chicken Croquetas (Fritters) Recipe from the José Andrés cookbook “Tapas: A Taste of Spain in America” Note: this recipe can be adapted with just about any filling: mushrooms, ham only, chicken only, hard-boiled eggs, or even fish, … Continue reading

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Oatmeal Scotchies

Oatmeal Scotchies (recipe provided by Nestle Corporation on package of butterscotch chips) 1 1/4 cups wheat flour (milled from soft wheat berries using the WonderMill) 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup (2 sticks) … Continue reading

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Sage Fritters (Fried Sage Leaves)

  When my sage is growing like crazy and threatening to take over the neighboring herbs, I cut it back and make this unusual snack. And don’t worry: if you are leery of eating sage leaves pretty much on their … Continue reading

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Blueberry Whole Wheat Waffles

Blueberry Whole Wheat Waffles I have been using this recipe, based on Betty Crocker’s tried-and-true recipe, to make homemade waffles. When I tried it with my own freshly milled flour, the waffles turned out even better than ever! 2 eggs … Continue reading

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