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Thursday, February 10, 2011 Dedham Transcript wickedlocaldedham.com

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From the halls of high school

attire. I didnt wear dresses. But on Feb. 13, I wore a skimpy red dress decorated with black flowers. My hair wasnt in its usual mess of pigtails, but instead pulled back with two barrettes. I didnt look like my high school self. Stop me if ANDREA this sounds a bit like the plot SALISBURY of Shes All That. Mike showed up two hours Our story sounds like a teen into the party wearing worn romance comedy from the cargo pants, a mustard colored 90s. In high school I was the Converse T-shirt and a dark quiet drama geek/newspaper flannel. By 90s standards, his nerd and Mike Calvin was the outfit was hot. We talked for a bit, even after his popular guy who traveled with many EXTRA friends decided to reenact scenes from a crowds. Our paths, however, never real- IN YOUR James Bond movie. ly crossed until Feb. Transcript Then, standing next to the table of crock 13, 1999. pots that held the I had just gotten potluck meal, From out of a long-term high school relationship of exactly this Moment, started to play two months. After days of and he asked me to dance. writing poetry about dark- He was, and still is, a horrible ness and my heart never dancer. But the best part was, mending with Jewel as my so am I. When the night ended, my 16soundtrack, my girlfriends thought I could use a year-old self knew I was going makeover. We were all invited to date that boy. Ten days later to a birthday bash at the Mans- he asked me to the prom and to be his girlfriend. And here we field VFW hall. Now, to explain some things are 12 years later planning our about the 90s: Giant skate- October wedding. Dedham Transcript editor boarder jeans were cool and I stole my dads button up shirts Andrea Salisbury can be to complete my grunge/punk reached at 781-433-8322.

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COZY, DELICIOUS

Surprise your loved one with this chocolate treat

My husband isnt big on Valentines Day. Oh, sure, he will stop off on his way home and buy a bouquet of overpriced flowers, but just because he doesnt want to risk my pouting. Even so, I love Feb. 14. I love any holiday that gives me an excuse to eat chocolate and even better, an excuse to make chocolates. Most people have something of a fear of confections. Not of eating them, of course, since were all more than happy to do that. No, its making candies and chocolates that terrify even the most capable of cooks. But I want to reassure you that the art of making bon bons is not so complicated. Some of the more beautiful, delicate and traditional confections do take practice. However, while cherry cordials and raspberry creams might be a bit more effort than youve got time for, there is no reason you cant impress your sweetie with some fantastic treats in time for Valentines Day. These goat cheese truffles are so quick and easy that you can make them in less time than it takes to drive to the store for a heart-shaped box of stale chocolate. While traditional truffles are formed of a ganache made with

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chocolate, cream, and sometimes butter, the goat cheese in these mock truffles adds a light tanginess and also increases the ease of molding. Of course, you dont have to tell anyone how easy these truffles are to make. In fact, I suggest that you imply that they required hours of effort. I will certainly be letting my husband think I slaved over these treats. It might just get me a bigger bouquet this year!

PHOTO BY KATIE PELCZAR

These goat cheese truffles are so quick and easy that you can make them in less time than it takes to drive to the store for a heart-shaped box of stale chocolate. temperature. Melt half of the chocolate in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until melted (or melt over a double boiler, stirring continuously). Add the chocolate to the goat cheese one spoonful at a time, stirring to incorporate until very smooth. Use the back of a spoon to work the chocolate into the goat cheese. Mix the rum into the chocolate mixture. Chill for one hour. Scoop the mixture into balls, using a spoon or melon baller. Roll in your palms to form a smooth ball. Melt the remaining chocolate in the microwave or double boiler. Spread the coconut in a small dish. Coat each truffle with a small amount on melted chocolate. The best way to do this is by dipping a large spoon in chocolate and rolling a truffle in the spoon. Quickly transfer each coated truffle to the coconut and roll to coat. Chill 30 minutes. Remove from the refrigerator at least 15 minutes before serving, * You can substitute 1 teaspoon coconut extract for the rum if you prefer

Dedham Transcript editor Andrea Salisbury and her fianc Mike Calvin

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Goat Cheese Coconut Chocolate Truffles

Makes about 2 dozen small truffles 4 ounces goat cheese 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped and divided 2 tablespoons coconut rum* cup sweetened shredded coconut Bring the goat cheese to room

Check out Katie Pelczars blog at www.cozydelicious.com for more fun and nostalgic recipes.

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