Deb Kavis
School
California State University, Northridge
Expertise
Cookie Baking, Crock Pot Stews, Spice Blends.
- Deb is a budding Kitchen Witch for whom the act of making and sharing food is a love language.
- Her veggie pumpkin chili won the top prize at a local farm's pumpkin-themed food contest.
- Despite a lifetime of GERD, many of Deb's favorite dishes contain tangy and highly acidic notes.
Experience
Deb's professional journalistic career began with her first published article for Thrillist in July of 2016. She has since gone on to write for such notable publications as Rue Morgue, With An Accent, HuffPost, and Penthouse Magazine. She is both a food lover and adventurer, endeavoring to sample every region-specific dish wherever she travels, leaving no delicious stone unturned. However, her food interests extend beyond travel and writing. During lockdown, she created her own "test kitchen" where she designed experiments to answer burning questions like "What combination of root beer and ice cream makes the best float?" or "What would a Halloween-themed fine dining meal look like?" In addition to fueling her passion for food, these experiments led to a lot of fun, creativity, and even fandom (ask about her Klingon Charoset!).
Education
Deb has a bachelor's degree in English - creative writing from Cal State Northridge.
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Stories By Deb Kavis
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Knowing that frozen carrots are the best kept secret to sweeter smoothies, why not start there and add on a number of delicious cake-inspired ingredients?
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Sorbet is so much easier to make at home than you would probably expect. In fact, it only requires two ingredients: fruit and coffee creamer.
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Making homemade cookies sweeter doesn't have to mean dumping in a bunch of extra sugar. Instead, let that sweetness come naturally from dried fruit.
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You can take your chicken salad to the next level by adding dried cherries for a sweet and tart complement to the other flavors in your recipe.
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Once the air gets a little crisp it can mean only one thing - the return of fall. Get in the spirit by making a comforting soup served in a pumpkin.
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Fresh fruit makes for a tasty, nutritious standalone snack or side dish. Tap into its flavor potential by adding these complementary spices and seasonings.
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Kirkland brand products have earned a lot of fans, and one particular beverage beats all of the competition at Costco and every other grocery store.
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A basic blend of tomato and onion dressed lightly and seasoned thoughtfully bids farewell to the summer sun while preparing you for the savory tastes of fall.
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Cinnamon and brown sugar may generally be thought of as ingredients used in desserts, but the two add a delightful sweetness to pulled pork.
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Of the top bourbons to use when baking, each one boasts a deeply complex flavor profile that will enhance the taste and texture of your pumpkin pie.
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Among the best apple dessert recipes to sweeten up your fall, an ice cream float with apple cider makes a unique addition to the list.
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This type of tomato juice will take your next Caesar highball recipe to another delicious level because it's the perfect combination of savory and spicy.
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Of the creative ways to use coffee creamer, a gentle splash of the liquid will add the perfect hint of flavor and thickness to pancake or waffle mix.
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To get the best popcorn possible, try adding your favorite seasoning packet to the batch and tasting the flavorful difference.
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When it comes to vegan barbecue, it's all about the sauce. Choose a high-quality BBQ sauce to elevate the flavors at your next vegan cookout.
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Pasta salads tend to revolve around a couple of common noodle types, like rotini or fusilli, but you can branch out into things like lasagna sheets.
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The presence of pork provides an extra serving of hearty protein as well as many wonderful options to further customize your jalapeño popper offerings.
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An empanadas is the perfect vehicle for all manner of both sweet and savory ingredients, and sweet potatoes make an incredibly versatile filling.
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Adding a flair of mocha flavor to your next batch of banana bread will make it an unforgettable snack that's perfect to start your day.
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Give your next meal an upgrade by taking the savory fillings of a Philly cheesesteak and combining them with the cheesy goodness of a grilled quesadilla.
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There are near infinite ways to cook and top a steak. For a simple option that's also one of the best, use tomato relish as a finishing touch.
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If you've become bored with your usual roasted vegetable dishes, try your hand at a savory, flavor-packed, olive oil-soaked Greek briam next time!
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Japanese hand rolls, also known as temaki sushi, are a simple and convenient snack that can be prepared in a number of flavorful ways. Here are some ideas.
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For banana pudding that's even more thick, silky, and luxurious with a creamy and complex taste, it's time to add an extra dairy ingredient.
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Long before snack was a word used to describe your latest crush, it was an onomatopoeia used to describe eating. Let's learn about the word's origin.
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If you're looking for a way to amp up the flavors in your burger, try dropping the excess condiments in favor of topping off your burger with a salad dressing.
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Cauliflower is the perfect cruciferous vegetable to use as a meat substitute when preparing a delicious pasta Bolognese.