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KITCHEN NOTES

Set Up a Veggie Prep Station

To prep vegetables for a produce-heavy dish or meal, gathering and organizing your tools beforehand can make the task a lot more pleasant and efficient. –L.L.

What is it?

These days, electric waffle makers abound—but I love the old-school charm of a stovetop waffle maker. This 1940s cast-iron model from Norway is used to make one of the country’s signature breakfast treats. When opened, the griddle displays a design composed of five heart-shaped segments. The waffle can be served whole, in a 6-inch flower

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