Molly Madigan Pisula
Location
Bethesda, MD, USA
School
Harvard University, Stanford Graduate School Of Business
Expertise
French Recipes, Recipes Featuring Seasonal Produce, Almond Flour Baking Recipes
- Molly earned her certificate in French pastry from Tante Marie's Cooking School in San Francisco, CA.
- For over 12 years, Molly owned a personal chef business where she catered small events and cooked weekly meals for families.
- Molly and her family moved to Paris, France, for almost three years, where she enjoyed diving deep into French cuisine.
Experience
Molly is a professional recipe developer and food photographer whose blog, Vanilla Bean Cuisine, features both sweet and savory seasonal recipes with a French twist. While living in Paris, she was a frequent recipe and photography contributor to Inspirelle, a website for English-speaking women in Paris. Molly began working with Static Media in 2021, and enjoys her current role as recipe developer for Tasting Table.
Education
Molly received her bachelor's degree from Harvard University and her masters in business administration from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.
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Stories By Molly Madigan Pisula
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Learn how to make these pickled ramps with habanero that you can use to add a bit of tart crunch to your snack or meal.
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Brighten up your lunch with this strawberry arugula salad featuring dates, goat cheese, pumpkin seeds, and a balsamic vinaigrette.
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If you like the flavor of gin and want to experiment beyond the classic negroni, try out this white negroni cocktail with bitter Suze liqueur.
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These bacon-baked scallops are particularly flavorful because they're baked in the rendered fat left in the pan from cooking the crispy bacon topping.
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A Brandy Alexander cocktail is delicious, but this frozen version features a secret ingredient you probably have in your freezer.
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This smoky turkey chili packs warming flavors in every hearty bite.
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Repurpose that forgotten can of salmon with this easy and flavorful pan-fried salmon croquettes recipe.
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Enjoy all the nuances of a high-quality gin with this classic gin rickey cocktail recipe.
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Forget chicken piccata — this simple chicken française recipe will become a classic weeknight favorite.
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Switch things up in the kitchen and give this pan-seared rockfish recipe a try.
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Amp up your macaroni salad with this protein-packed shrimp rendition.
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If you're looking to make an authentic po boy sandwich, follow this step-by-step recipe.
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If you've never mixed up a dirty martini, you're in for a treat — this drink is quick, easy, and hits the spot when it's time to wind down.
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This classic ceviche is loaded with veggies, fresh fish, and lots of tangy flavors.
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Loaded with flavorful ingredients and bright colors, this roasted butternut squash salad will complement any meal.
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This delicious bourbon glazed salmon recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor. Serve it with a simple side and let the fish shine.
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This baked escargot recipe is easy to throw together but yields an elegant and delicious dish.
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These maple bacon Brussels sprouts take the leafy vegetable to a whole new level.
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This fresh chicken mango salad is plenty hearty and satisfying, with lots of protein from the chicken and nuts.
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Zucchini pie is a great way to get kids (and adults alike) to eat more veggies, and this recipe makes it easy to whip up.
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Nothing is more satisfying than a bowl of hearty, old-fashioned beef stew. Complete with meat, carrots, and potatoes, this stew is the ultimate comfort food.
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This garlic butter shrimp recipe is so delicious, with perfectly cooked shrimp and a buttery, garlicky sauce that's perfect with a slice of crusty bread.
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If you follow this spicy crab salad sushi recipe closely, your food will come out tasting great every time.
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Smooth, creamy, and sweet is the experience to expect when enjoying this baked ricotta cheesecake.
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Winter calls for coziness, and this apple cider hot toddy recipe will do just the trick. Spiced and spiked, you can even make it in a slow cooker for guests.
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This warm, hearty, and comforting chicken casserole makes for a classic and easy dinner.
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This retro Grasshopper cocktail will leave you feeling minty and refreshed.