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Having convenience + seafood on my mind lately has meant re-introducing myself to a couple items I hadn't bought in quite some time. But will definitely keep in stock going forward. This theme is among topics of my latest newsletter, having focused specifically on the convenience of frozen and tinned seafoods a few issues prior. You know the drill: link is in the bio. With that salmon, I played around with salmon cakes using chickpeas (which are always in my cupboard) instead of bread crumbs/mashed potatoes/etc., will share more when that's fine-tuned. And those rightfully-beloved fish sticks are an ideal last-minute dinner option, sorry it took me so long to clue back into that. This version from @tridentseafoods has a particularly light coating, which I like. So good as is, but I'll try out some other uses for them too. Both are also great sustainable options, too. #homecooking #seafood #seafoodsavvy #alaskasalmon #tinnedfish #fishsticks #alaskapollock #alaskaseafood #sustainableseafood

After-class treats for the teacher (and her husband) last night. That tartar sauce extra-tasty with Mama Lil's peppers added. The bowl in second pic had a mess of clams in it, the remaining broth all clam-butter-shallot-herb delicious. Mmmmm. Thanks to @177milkstreet for the chance to share my love of #shellfish. #friedoysters #steamedclams #homecooking #comfortfood

Nature is pretty magnificent, down to the striking shells on these Manila clams..... Getting ready for tomorrow afternoon's online class with @177milkstreet. These beauties will be steamed with a frenzy of herbs, also pan-frying some oysters, with a homemade tartar sauce alongside. Info and links in bio, including a promo code for a discount. I know we'll be having a good dinner tomorrow night! #shellfish #clams #oysters #homecooking #cookingclasses #itsgoodtobeshellfish #eatmoreseafood

Hey, everyone who's getting in on the gorgeous Dungeness available at such good prices now. Don't forget to save your shells for shellfish stock! I'm adding shells from the 3 we picked up this weekend to some shells (mostly crab, a bit of shrimp) in the freezer. A big batch to be made soon (stock pics here from while ago), to be frozen in portions for some delicious soups, sauces and other preparations over the coming months. Helps ensure you get the most out of your shellfish dollar! #shellfish #homecooking #shellfishstock #dungenesscrab

There are a lot of great sandwiches out there. Jambon-beurre ranks high on my list of favorites. Both for its simplicity, showcasing a handful of ingredients--just baguette, butter and ham in its purest form. (Top-quality versions of each, bien sûr.) And for the nostalgia it holds for me as the first thing I remember eating on French soil my first trip nearly 40 years ago. Commonly Dijon mustard, cornichons and fromage added too. As is true of this beauty from @bakerynouveau that was my lunch treat today. #sandwiches #butter #lunchtime #dejeuner #alafrancaise #jambonbeurre

What a gorgeous flight from SEA to SUN today. Settling in for a very fun few days of classes: game night, salty snacks and a workshop about gathering and preserving family recipes. Thanks so much @sunvalleyculinary for inviting me back!

Dinner last night, inspired by @cathywhims piece in @wsjoffduty this weekend. I prepared as pot roast vs sauce for pasta, the centerpiece of LOTS of onions cooked down for long time was exquisite. Oh, and that aroma? Divine. Can't wait for tonight's leftovers. Thanks, Cathy! #homecooking #onions #braising #sundaydinner

A #latergram from dinner one night last week. Friends gifted us some gorgeous rockfish, part of their catch from an Alaska trip last summer. Cooked on a bed of soba noodles with red cabbage, onion, ginger--a dusting of shichimi togarashi over all. Yep, that was pretty delicious. Will play around with that again. #homecooking #wingingit #rockfish #eatmoreseafood #seafoodsavvy