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Articles written by Polina Chesnakova

Polina Chesnkova is a Seattle-based food writer, cooking class instructor, and the author of Hot Cheese: Over 50 Gooey, Oozy, Melty Recipes.

shroom cheese

Get Your Psychedelic Fix with Magic Shroom Cheese


Fudgy, dense and a little creamy under the wrinkly rind, these whimsical shroom cheeses carry “varying levels of intrigue”.

pasta

Simple Pastas to Satisfy Those Starch Cravings


Satisfy those starchy cravings here with two of our favorite, simple, and absolutely delicious pasta recipes—Italian cheese-smothered gnocchi and German spaetzle. 

canadian poutine

Classic Canadian Poutine


A magnificent dish of golden fries, rich gravy, and fresh, squeaky cheese curds—the classic Canadian poutine is everyone’s favorite.

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