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CONTENTS

MAY/JUNE 2017

VOLUME 8, ISSUE 3

IMAGE BY ZACH DAVIS PHOTOGRAPHY

FEATURE 50 INSPIRED TO DESIGN A gifted designer masterfully crafts elegance into her family’s home.

46 PETS Dr. Amy Anderson offers tips for keeping pets safe this summer.

DEPARTMENTS

60 OUTDOOR LIVING Josh Smook discusses designing a deck as a beautiful and enjoyable way to occupy your outdoor spaces.

18 HUMOR Take a sentimental look at weddings, past and present.

23 A TRIBUTE TO MOTHER’S DAY Elena K shares her Valentina Project, stunningly beautiful twoand three-generation photographs of local mothers and daughters.

26 OUTDOORS Outdoor lighting is more than just a safety feature.

34 TRAVEL Three generations take a trip to the beautiful country of Norway.

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64 ELEMENTS Rose-tinted gold is making a comeback.

70 FLORA Dalbol Flowers shares the positive energy of floral arrangements.

78 ABODE Dietrich Homes shares a spectacular model home. See it in person as part of the 2017 Spring Parade of Homes.

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Musings

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Contributors

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Wine Wisdom

100 Reflections

86 DISCOVERIES Be our guest as area businesses and photographer Yvonne Denault capture the beauty and color of spring with elegant tablescapes.

92 CUISINE Chef Granville Wood shares his passion for mushrooms, and other natural beauties of spring.

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CONTRIBUTORS

Terri FerraGUT Every issue, we take great pride in presenting this beautiful local home and lifestyle guide we call Inspired Home. Truth of the matter is, without the heart and dedication of this talented and professional team, this publication would not be possible. Issue after issue, their creativity brings Inspired Home to your doorstep or area business. They inspire me.

sheri l. Fercho An NDSU business graduate, Fercho lives in Fargo with husband Bill, son Ben and their beloved black Lab Jaguar.

Fercho appreciates architecture, and good design. Things that bring joy to her heart-a beautiful rose garden reminiscent of her grandmother’s, beautiful landscapes and her faith. kaTe Podolak Kate has always had a love for art and fashion. She enjoys painting abstracts with vibrant colors, spending time with family, traveling and creating recipes in her kitchen. Cuddle time with her cat Ollie is important and she believes the best things in life aren't things.

Bailey hoVland As an English writing major at Concordia College, Hovland is passionate about writing and social media. "Blending my obsession for interior design with writing and scrolling through the endless feed of tweets, pins, and Instagram posts is my idea of 'living the dream,'" she says.

Hovland enjoys reading, coffee shops, DIY projects and working out.

Bernie erickson Specializing in helping his clients make small changes with maximum impact, Erickson is a sales associate with Park Company REALTORS® in Fargo.

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Wanda Perkins For nearly 20 years, Perkins has creatively written stories about local, national and international people and topics. Her book, Blessing After Blessing − Seeing God’s Blessings in All the Seasons of Life was published in 2006. An NDSU speech communication graduate, she lives in Fargo with her intelligent rescued dog, Jake.

dayna del Val Del Val is the executive director of The Arts Partnership, where she writes a monthly column on the arts for The Forum, manages two staff members and an active board, and works to support the mission of cultivating the arts in our community through a variety of ways.

In other words, she wears 27 hats! She is also a professional actor and writer.

She lives in Fargo with her husband and their golden retriever, and she loves when her college-aged son is home on breaks.

Zainah haider Ever since she was young, Haider remembers her parents always taking pictures. “They have inspired me to love photography. We get pretty competitive when we travel, and we see who can take the best pictures,” she says. Competition or not, Haider says she will always love photography as an art form.

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Every issue we share a fresh and local approach to your home and life.

Joann ohma Ohma has always had a passion for words and how they work together.

She loves working behind the scenes at Inspired Home, honing and polishing each story into what you read on the page, all while making sure the author’s voice shines through.

GranVille Wood Wood is an international chef who has worked in London, Stockholm, Toronto, Vancouver, Palm Beach and Houston before moving to Fargo with wife Susie, a doctor with Sanford Health.

Most recently he operated The Blue Goose Café in the Plains Art Museum. laUren F. carlson Carlson, a Fargo native and geologist, is a research assistant at Cornell University at the New York Agricultural Experiment Station, where she conducts field work and data collection for the study of shrub willow as bio mass. She enjoys cooking, baking, running, renaissance art and writing.

Jill ockhardT BlaUFUss Photographing people, businesses, homes and families, Jill Ockhardt Blaufuss places an emphasis on creating technically flawless images, and capturing the spirit, character and emotion of the people and places she photographs. With a background in both photojournalism and video production, Jill also enjoys documentary style video creation for businesses and families.

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ashley F. Johnson Ashley Ferragut Johnson, formally from Oklahoma City, has found her way back into the heartland.

Living once again in her beloved Fargo— with husband, and two children, she is a Registered Nurse at Sanford Medical Center and writer. She lives for her family, to travel and taste great food and wine. She views life as an adventure, and can't wait to show her children the world.

Phil sTahl Stahl began his lifelong passion for all things creative in South Dakota, where time and long landscapes are plentiful.

An NDSU architect graduate, with emphasis in art/photography, his two-decade practice with Stahl Architects has led him places to observe life, including Europe and the Middle East. He is an adjunct lecturer at NDSU, national speaker for Intern Development, a regular contributor to regional and national home magazines, and has been featured on HGTV and in Dwell. yVonne denaUlT Yvonne is a women's portraiture photographer, creator of Pinup on the Plains, and owner of Vivie's Boutique.

Empowering women to embrace their beauty is what fuels her passion.

She is inspired by high-fashion editorial and "fantastical" fine art photography.

Zach daVis Davis loves capturing stories with his camera.

He is a photographer and videographer who specializes in weddings and portraits. He has a weakness for wanderlust, feeling the urge to leave the country whenever possible. He currently curates The Open Window Exchange, a collaborative online travel journal.

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pring reveals itself to different people in different ways. For me, it was the anticipated first sighting of tiny green shoots boldly announcing their arrival in my garden.

We are excited! As spring trumpets itself around us, we again begin to busy ourselves with projects, agendas, and new tasks to complete around our homes. It is also time to rekindle the warm weather relationships of gardening, lake living and family vacations.

As the earth warms, area gardeners emerge out of their winter cocoons and begin fostering the welcomed transformations in their backyards.

In this issue, Inspired Home explores growth on many levels, from flowers and planning outdoor landscape lighting to designing highly functional outdoor living spaces. We will traverse our healthy obsessions for the short-lived warm days of spring and summer to discover the inspiring reasons why our outdoor spaces are so very important to us Northerners.

Every year, a group of dedicated women combine their love of gardening with their desire to empower area women to lead rewarding lives. Inspired Home encourages you all to get out on Thursday, July 13th and attend the 2017 Annual Soroptimist of Fargo Garden Tour.

Mark your calendars. You will be glad you did!

And finally, one of my greatest pleasures is sharing with our readers what we love. Enjoy the warmer days and our Spring issue!

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contributing editor JoAnn Ohma creative Terri Ferragut Susan Walker Amy Pollard director of operations Scott Drzewiecki contributing Photographers Zach Davis Yvonne Denault Zainah Haider Elena K Granville Wood Jill Ockhardt Blaufuss contributing Writers Lauren Ferragut Carlson Bernie Erickson Terri Ferragut Bailey Hovland Ashley Ferragut Johnson Dayna Del Val Wanda M. Perkins Granville Wood social media director Bailey Hovland

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Contemplating new 'firsts' A sentimental review of life and family

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ow that I’m almost as close to age 80 as I am to 25, there’s always gratitude for any firsts in life, especially firsts that are a positive experience, like zip-lining in a rain forest or going a whole winter without falling on the ice. (Better than a colonoscopy first.)

Exciting firsts are happening. My son is getting married this spring and my daughter this fall.

Back in the day, rings were purchased, the date set, an announcement ran in the local paper and planning began.

Engagement pictures were taken with a Kodak pocket Instamatic and sent to the drug store for developing.

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mall stores that had bridal departments, or a selection was made from the wedding section in the J.C. Penney or Sears catalog.

Someone’s mom, aunt or grandma had spectacular sewing skills. She could whip up half a dozen bridesmaid dresses in a pastel cotton candy color with big, poufy sleeves, a 12-inch ruffle on the bottom and a giant bow on the backside. Nothing is more flattering than a giant bow on the backside.

The men were sent to a suit store to rent their tuxedos in a coordinating cotton candy pastel, a white shirt with ruffles trimmed in matching color, topped off with a butterfly bow tie almost as big as the bow on the bridesmaids’ backsides.

Weddings were held at the bride’s church at 2, 4 or 7 p.m. The women of the congregation had organized workers to prepare, serve and clean up after the reception in the church basement.

The lunch consisted of buns with ground ham, olive and mayo spread and cinnamon swirl bread with Cheez Whiz and sliced olives.

Olives must have seemed exotic in those days.

Salads were served with combinations of the following: Cool Whip, fruit cocktail, mini marshmallows, coconut, chopped walnuts and Jell-O. Mints made of Crisco and powdered sugar dyed to match the cotton candy colored dresses were served alongside a bowl of mixed nuts.

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Both of my kids are getting married in barns— actual, refurbished livestock barns, one in Washington state, the other in Minnesota lakes country. There’s a whole generation of kids who think that’s the place to get married these days. Who knew?

On a family vacation; the Erickson 'kids', Valerie and Brandon, seated on a roof top terrace in Florence, Italy. Both will be married this year.

Beverages were a fruit punch served by someone’s favorite crazy aunt and scalding hot black coffee the color of weak tea with the richness of boiled water.

Some local guy took pictures. A friend with a new video camera was everywhere, and the cost of the event didn’t put any younger siblings’ college education at risk. And that was that.

Fast-forward 30 years.

My kids are barely two years apart, have markedly different personalities and yet have done a lot of things in life in tandem. The fact they’re getting married less than six months apart isn’t all that surprising.

Both are done with college and settled into their careers, so I’m uncharacteristically keeping my mouth shut and watching all this unfold.

Now, the wedding process begins with an engagement photo shoot by a professional photographer—three costume changes, three venues, perhaps a cherished family pet included with a minimum of 300 images to select from. More images are taken on the wedding day.

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after dress. I’ve seen a picture of my daughter’s dress, and I was pleasantly surprised; it’s movie star beautiful.

Some things don’t change. Men still silently march off and rent tuxes in a style predetermined by the bride, or they purchase big-boy suits, also bride approved. Any man old enough to get married needs to have a big-boy funeral suit in his closet.

I’ve been instructed navy suit for one wedding, rented tux for the other. No, I would not like a tux vest color change between the ceremony and reception, but don’t let that stop the other guys.

After reviewing several potential meal combinations, I can report with certainty that buns with grayish ground meat spread and Cool Whip salads are not in vogue.

Wild Alaska silver salmon, Australian lobster tail, Pacific ahi, coconut prawns with steak and kalbi chicken are just a few options available at the event center. I cannot imagine how one of those Lutheran church ladies would have responded had she been requested to bring two dozen Pacific ahi to the Erickson wedding Saturday evening.

Both of my kids are getting married in barns—actual, refurbished livestock barns, one in Washington state, the other in Minnesota lakes country. There’s a whole generation of kids who think that’s the place to get married these days. Who knew?

The start of summer brings so many firsts—young graduates starting careers in new cities and families like ours gaining new sons and daughters. There are old dads shedding a tear or two, reflecting on fond memories and joyfully anticipating more firsts as new lives unfold.

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Julie Slotten and daughter Amanda

“Wisdom is knowing the right path to take; integrity is taking it.”

Ruth Borlaug and daughters Cassandra and Nicolette

“There is no such thing as too many friends.”

Kayla Gylland and daughter Chloe

“You are who you are. Embrace who you are, and the right person will embrace you back.”

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Jeanette Wyatt, granddaughter Selah and daughter Rachel Alderson. “Strive to be better—better than yesterday,

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“This was the beginning of my Valentina Project of photographing two- or three-generational portraits.

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Jolette Olig and daughters Emily Olig and Ashley Muscha

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ring your home out from the shadows and let it shine throughout the night. As homeowners, we make an investment to meld the architecture of our home with trees, shrubs, flowers and pottery to enhance our landscape. Without properly designed exterior lighting, the beauty literally disappears by nightfall.

Outdoor lighting serves as a safety feature but also as warm, hospitable ambiance to passersby and friends. By incorporating creative ways to emphasize the most beautiful attributes of your home and yard, you are

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Without properly designed exterior lighting, the beauty literally disappears by nightfall.

This home combines spot lights, accent lights, down lighting and up lighting around trees and shrubbery. Softly brightening the outdoors by creating splashes of natural color reveals landscape beauty otherwise hidden beneath the cover of night. Lighting: Revel path, Konial wall corners. Lighting: Cirque ceiling, Bowman wall sconce.

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Landscaping in Fargo and recommends spacing walkway lights unevenly. By using a staggering pattern, you create different depths of illumination along the path, softer in some places and brighter in others. By spacing the walkway lights irregularly, you avoid creating an “airport runway” look that is overly bright and sterile. In all outdoor lighting, avoid high-wattage bulbs, which can give a harsh appearance, and opt for lower wattage for more elegance.

Determine the lighting effect you desire for your project. Downlighting, also referred to as the “moonlight effect,” mimics the soft, romantic feel of the moon shining downward, most often from a tree. Up-lighting creates a more dramatic effect by pointing toward a particular element in your landscape.

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rowing up in North Dakota, I spent a lot of time with my siblings and cousins at my grandparents’ farm. We explored fields, river and wood. We meandered through barns full of giant tractors and combines, making us feel Lilliputian. One of my favorite smells still today is Grandfather’s workshop—a mix of oil, wood and old metal. Crawling up into the attic above to view old photos of family born and passed was an intriguing way to spend a summer afternoon.

After exploring, we would run to the farmhouse, where Grandma would offer us homemade lefse and old-fashioned doughnuts. I never lived a day that I didn’t appreciate my family, but it wasn’t until I grew older that I began to understand my heritage more deeply and to value the faces in those old photos.

This past summer, I was fortunate to embark upon a triplegeneration trip to Norway with my three siblings, grandparents, parents, husband and brother-in-law. We met family, shared stories and ate our way through the beautiful country where our family originated.

Today, only 28 original Stave Churches remain in Norway. The Gøl Stave church in Oslo circa 1212 reflects the beauty and inspired influence of dragons and pagoda-style architecture the Vikings experienced during their Asian raids.

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This pastoral scene is common throughout the Norwegian countryside. Sod roofs boast life with plants of strawberries, elderflower, grass, and herbs. The rustic charm of the traditional Norwegian ‘skigard’ fence incorporates slanting rails of split spruce between upright poles.

Built before 800AD, a closer look at the Øseberg Viking long boat reveals Norse artisan carvings in complex intertwining patterns of serpants, horses, wolves and birds.

Norwegian studies of the ship revealed 2 female skeletons clad in wool and silk suggesting high status—possibly a queen and handmaiden. Thirty-two brightly colored shields were mounted on either side—an intimidating sight to see on the horizon.

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The first few days we spent in Oslo, founded

by King Harald III in 1040. It is a city steeped in history and rich heritage. We explored Frogner Park and marveled at artist Gustav Vigeland’s 212 sculpted granite and bronze bodies all depicting the human condition.

We stood in awe as we viewed the famous and elaborately carved Oseberg longboat at the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo. Unearthed by a Norwegian farmer in 1903, the Viking vessel dates back to A.D. 834. The remains of two women found in the ship were clad in silk and wool, suggesting their high status, a Viking queen and her maiden. I garnered in earnest every aspect of my Viking heritage I could absorb.

Learning the history of Norway was important to me as was experiencing its cuisine. Food sheds light on the country’s heart, and so we ate. After filling our bellies with Norwegian salmon, scallops and monkfish in Oslo, it was time to meet our Norwegian family. Asbjørn, my grandfather’s cousin, became our fearless leader and guided us through one leg of our journey.

Upon arriving in Øyer, a farming and logging region, our relatives greeted us, offering warm smiles, hugs, nervous elation and strong black coffee and open-faced sandwiches of cheese, tomato and red pepper.

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The cheery yellow farmstead where my Great-Grandfather Anton was born. It was a humbling experience since this was really where our family heritage all began.

Homemade by relatives—rømmegrøt! The Norwegians use sour cream, which has a much higher fat content than American sour cream, which created a tangier and richer flavor.

Perched on the side of the Lågen River, my grandfather is greeted by relatives Molfrid and Stig Andre Pålsrud at their farmstead where we enjoyed a traditional Norwegian evening meal.

of a mountain overlooking the Lågen River stood the home where my great-grandfather was born. It was humbling to visit the cheery yellow home where so much history began. It was there we met more relatives who made the harrowing trek up the steep mountainside to offer ice cream and conversation. A short trip across the river brought us to Tretten, the birthplace of my great-great-grandfather Jo. There we feasted with our Norwegian family on a traditional meal of cured meats: reindeer, moose, deer, pork and beef, all of which INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM

A surreal look at the Lågen River through windows dressed in Norwegian lace. The same view my Great-great Grandfather Jo took in, many years ago.

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The Ægir Brewery in Flåm, Norway, is a replica of a traditional Viking lodge, loud with chatter and brimming with the actual Nordic feasts of our ancestors—local meats, fish, and øl. We dined like Vikings!

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Our arrival in Flåm overlooking the steep valley sides of the fjord where I said to myself, “So, this is Norway”—so much beauty—wildflowers, fjords and midnight sun.

Three generations of hungry American-Norwegians enjoying a festive traditional Viking meal complete with reindeer, cockles, and of course øl or beer.

One of the most scenic ways to travel throughout Norway is the Flåmsbana. One of the steepest gradients of all European railways, it meanders through steep granite mountains.

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A ferry ride from Flåm to Balestrand allowed us to explore the Sognefjørd, carved from glaciers and deposited sediment.

To be flanked by towering mountainsides in the narrow ocean inlet was breathtaking!

The Briksdalen glacier- a beautiful contrast to its turquoise waters, (rock flour) due to rock sediments ground together over time.

The suspendered sediments refract sunlight producing the milky blue-green glacial water.

Looking out upon the fjørd in Balestrand where the Monkfish and cockles, part of our 5 course meal at the Kviknes Hotel, had been caught earlier that day.

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came from a neighboring farm. Scrambled eggs with tomatoes, flat bread and a plate of assorted summer melons accompanied our meal. Then came the rømmegrøt. I grew up eating rømmegrøt, but this was deliciously different. Norwegians use sour cream with a high fat content, creating a tangy, creamy flavor. Served with raisins, sugar and cinnamon in delicate floral china bowls, it was a treat. As we finished our meal, the sight of Norwegian lace hanging delicately from the window overlooking the Lågen River is a memory I will never forget, the same view my great-great-grandfather and his family had appreciated.

Our picturesque train trip north to Flåm renders words useless. We wound our way through mountains that ended dramatically in the beauty of the steep valley sides of the Nærøyfjord. There we experienced our most traditional Viking meal at Aegir Brewery, architecturally inspired by historic Viking lodges. We dined on mussels, cockles, smoked reindeer with blueberries, pork shank with mashed potatoes and gravy and a Norwegian favorite, øl, or beer. Later, we christened ourselves by jumping into the clear, freezing water of the fjord. Onlookers stared at us with open jaws, as if we were crazy.

I cannot speak to our time in Norway without the mention of a favorite meal— the traditional Norwegian breakfast. Laks og eggerøre, or smoked salmon and eggs, is a classic. We enjoyed cheeses such as Jarlsberg, brunøst/gjtøst, cheeses specked with spices and for the adventurous, gammeløst, made •Decorative Concrete Patios, Pool Decks, Sidewalks and Driveways of soured milk. I could not stomach this one.

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The open market in Bergen, abundant with fresh seafood of all varieties. We meandered through vendors tasting cod, smoked and fresh fish, Norwegian cheeses, fruits, vegetables, and if you were lucky…cloudberries.

A stunning view from our hike down Briksdalbreen Glacier. An overwhelming mix of wildflowers, gushing rivers, waterfalls, and high-walled mountains.

Traveling north by ferry from Flåm to Balestrand, we explored the Sognefjørd, where we had another short swim in the clear 40-degree glacial waters.

To warm up, we dined on crayfish and monkfish fresh from the fjord, served with parsnips, pickled cucumber, fennel and barley. Other family members enjoyed loin of veal nestled with cabbage, potatoes and cardamom. We looked out at the water where our food came from, shared family stories and enjoyed the surreal feeling that we were actually experiencing this.

In a way, visiting Norway was similar to those years at the farm, exploring every nook and cranny with a sense of nostalgia and wonder. Our wonder came full circle meeting the relatives of the faces in those old photos in Grandpa’s workshop.

Surrounded by the country’s deepest and longest fjørd, Bergen, a World Heritage site, was a trading empire from the 14 –16th centuries. Fires plagued the vulnerable wooden buildings over the centuries, but reconstruction has traditionally preserved the iconic image of Bergen.

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Grab the tick nearest your pet’s skin and pull up and away. Dr. Anderson says it’s important not to leave any of the tick’s mouthparts behind, because prolonged inflammation or infection can result. If reading about the creepy crawlers makes you cringe, purchase a tickremoving tool to ease your angst.

During hotter days of summer, be mindful of the outdoor temperature. Just like their human counterparts, pets can succumb to overheating. Keeping your pets hydrated and cool is paramount. Dr. Anderson warns that a pet that seems confused or wobbly or has red, dry and sticky gums may be in trouble. Certain breeds are more susceptible to temperature-related illness. “Black dogs tend to absorb heat more quickly and are at the highest risk; however, any dog could be

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An overlooked danger is food that has been sitting in the sun too long. You wouldn’t eat egg salad that had been sitting in 90-degree heat for two hours, and neither should your pet. Food left in the “danger zone” too long can grow harmful bacteria, Dr. Amy Anderson causing food poisoning to you and yours.

Keep desserts away from Rufus, too. Chocolate and dairy can upset your pet’s stomach.

This leads us to Dr. Anderson’s last summer safety tip. Those scoops of soft serve sold at your favorite local ice cream parlor may look delicious to your pet, but Dr. Anderson advises keeping the sweet treats away from your dog.

“Many dogs are lactose intolerant, and this may lead to gastrointestinal upset, like vomiting or diarrhea,” she says. “A great cool treat for the summer is to freeze some dog treats and toys in a large bowl of water and then release the block of ice on the ground outside and let them work on it to release the treats.”

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Clean lines and elegantly designed, the kitchen showcases white floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, quartz countertops and an incredible island space with black bar stools, complementing the Waverek’s preference for everything-in-its-place.

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ocated in River’s Bend, a graceful white home with a welcoming porch is the essence of classic beauty and functionality. Designed and built by homeowners Nick and Kirsten Waverek, it is refreshing with clean lines, simplicity and elegance.

Completed in 2016, the six-bedroom, three-and-a-halfbath home boasts 4,968 square feet of living space. White LP SmartSide siding and square architectural columns offset a black entry door and inviting front porch with two rocking chairs.

“We set out to create something not typical to Fargo,” Nick admits. “The design ideas were easy, but finding the right location was challenging. Ultimately, we chose our Classic in white, the home’s exterior features it’s unique room-in-the-attic design, with interesting roof lines and architecture and a welcoming porch with paired columns and an 8-foot black entry door.

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“We like things classic but minimal with clean lines and a spacious design. Having a place and purpose for everything keeps rooms organized and clutter-free.”

Kirsten Waverek

Their main living room boasts abundant natural lighting with a layout that transitions with ease from the home’s kitchen and dining spaces and to the outdoors.

Neutral furnishings with accent toss pillows complement the living room’s focal fireplace which is framed with useful storage cabinetry.

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neighbors by building next to them.”

Left of the entrance, a mudroom contains tuck-away storage, and a large closet keeps items enclosed. French doors open to Kirsten’s front office, styled in rich navy with white wainscoting and crown molding. A cowhide rug colorfully blends with their frisky foxred Lab, Sophi, who happily shares a corner office area.

Down the hallway, the kitchen is visually and masterfully designed to entertain and function flawlessly with the dining and living room. White subway tile, cabinetry and quartz countertops offset polished nickel hardware, stainless steel appliances and shaded pendants above a grand 9-foot island.

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Pictured are Kirsten and Nick Waverek with their children Louisa and Soren.

Colorful artwork, accent pillows, and a vase of bright pink peonies give the living room a lively burst of color.

Near the entrance and stairway, a beautifully designed powder room awaits guests. Navy and white herringbone-patterned wallcoverings and a marble-topped vanity finish this fun but elegant space.

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Sophi, the family’s energetic fox-red lab enjoys her time in the spotlight, posing perfectly near a pair of charcoal leather chairs.

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With navy accents, neutral textures and uncluttered calm, the Waverek’s master bedroom offers a quiet place to retire at the end of a busy day.

Everything is tidy in the children’s playroom, which displays colorful artwork and greenery with handy baskets for treasured toys and play things.

Offering an exquisite spa-like bath experience, the master bath combines rectangular mirrors and a beautiful free-standing tub, sparkling chrome hardware and faucets, and a glass shower with a luxury feel.

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Soren’s bedroom is decked with nautical accents with varied ceiling heights and an area for his cherished teepee.

chairs coordinate with the living room sofa.

Carrara tiles frame a gas fireplace with a crisp white mantel and built-ins. Abundant natural lighting lends warmth to neutral furnishings and white oak flooring, while pillows, artwork and a chenille/jute rug add color and texture.

“We like things classic but minimal with clean lines and a spacious design,” explains Kirsten. “Having a place and purpose for everything keeps rooms organized and clutter-free.”

The Wavereks chose a navy textured headboard for their peaceful, light, bright master bedroom. Their master closet defines an everything-in-its-place resolve, as does the master bath, which skillfully combines rectangular shapes in mirrors, flooring, lighting and a free-standing bath tub.

Above the entire main level and tandem four-stall garage is an expansive second story built within high-pitched roof trusses.

The room-in-attic design enhances exterior perspective while incorporating interesting lines and character to interior upper rooms.

Six-month-old Louisa’s sweet bedroom features a soft-as-puppy-ears rug and a dove gray chair for cuddling. Two-year-old Soren loves lake time, so framed sailboat prints and a nautical-themed bedroom are perfect. A neutral canvas teepee, cherished teddy and a red mid-century table for favorite bedtime stories keep treasures close.

“We appreciate white space and use it like a blank canvas to incorporate flexible details,” Nick adds. “Fifty years from now, we hope that others will enjoy our design decisions and easily make it their own.”

Cozy and inviting, the lower level features a bar area with navy cabinetry. Quartz countertops coordinate with metal pendants Tranquil and peaceful, Louisa’s nursery is as soft and sweet as her cherished stuffed elephant and puppy-soft accent rug.

Two colorful sailboats, a child’s stool for storybooks, and a striped shower curtain create a whimsically-designed kid’s bath.

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Kirsten’s office features navy walls and crisp white wainscoting, crown molding, cabinetry and a chrome-accented office chair and a modern desk.

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Even doggies enjoy the lap of luxury! Sophi reclines on the Waverek’s master bed.

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A guest bedroom, living room, bathroom, fitness room, utility room and additional storage complete the downstairs.

“Our home came together with help from incredible family and friends as well as a tremendous crew of contractors and craftsmen,” Kirsten notes. “Stepping into the role of a client while building our own home, I found myself at a crossroads, making decisions and being open to options Nick presented. It gives me a sense of pride, but it was also a learning, communicating and compromising process as a couple.”

For nearly a decade, Kirsten has designed, built and remodeled homes. As the co-founder and designer of Studio West Homes with business partner Elliot Steinbrink, a general contractor and construction manager, they combine their architectural background and expertise in crafting custom homes with uncompromised quality.

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Near the home’s entrance, the mudroom has wonderful tuck-away cabinetry to keep necessary items out of sight. White oak flooring throughout the main floor is virtually maintenance free.

Nick, who is part of CoSchedule, a software startup company, says that he has gained a new respect for the work Kirsten accomplishes every day. “Her integrity and passion shows in every client’s home and also in the friendships we’ve gained,” he says.

When not focused on business, the couple enjoys relaxation time at the lake, exploring Fargo with their children and working together on home projects. Simplified, traditional and highly organized, the Wavereks’ home suits their blank-canvas, easy-style preference.

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MULtiLeveL Deck JS: Multilevel decks create specifically planned areas, such as a cooking area, right off the patio door with a lower platform to dine, lounge or to enjoy a hot tub.

Lowering your vantage point also offers more privacy.

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Free-StanDing Deck JS: Free-standing decks are built in the yard or off a patio area. Add a pergola or gazebo, and you will create a beautiful and airy outdoor room without closing yourself in with four walls.

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pergoLa Deck JS: A deck that has extreme southern or western exposure to the sun is a perfect situation for a pergola built into the deck. They offer beauty and curb appeal but most importantly function as great shade cover.

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A blue topaz gem surrounded by rose gold and shimmering diamonds creates a stunning combination defining pure elegance.

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The romantic warmth of rosy precious metal in engagement rings is gaining popularity, reflecting the distinctive tastes of the buyer. ritani, www.ritani.com.

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A tricolor blend of exquisite golds and brilliant diamonds adds beauty and elegance to these earrings. a cutting edge gallery of Jewelry, www.acuttingedgejewelry.com.

With iPads and MacBooks to Beats headphones and iPhones, Apple has experienced record sales since its rose gold lineup became available in 2015. apple, www.apple.com.

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ink-tinted gold first surfaced in Russia during the 19th century. Actual rose gold gets its trademark color from blending copper with yellow gold. The higher the copper content, the deeper the red or pink hue. The less copper used, the softer and more delicate the shade becomes. Its popularity soared in the late 1920s when Cartier released its famous Trinity Band, a ring made from three interlocked bands of rose, white and yellow gold. Interest waned in the 1990s, but most recently the rose gold hue has become increasingly popular, and not only in jewelry.

This rosy hammered Calvin Klein cuff bracelet boasts extraordinary sophistication that complements all skin tones. calvin klein, www.macys.com.

From lighting elements to kitchen appliances to cellphones, the blush of rose gold is desirable for multiple reasons. The rose family of color evokes compassion, composure and warmth.

It draws you in and conveys a sense of order and peace in an increasingly hectic world. Intrigued by the beauty of this shade, Inspired Home researched the reemergence of this opulent and comforting color.

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Zephyr's "Okeanito" melds eclectic and industrial chic into a rose gold brushed steel ventilation hood. Zephyr, www.zephyronline.com, or visit the Ferguson Showroom in Fargo or Rigels in Moorhead.

German faucet "Tara" is produced using 18-carat gold and copper to create warm and earthy elegance. dornbracht, www.dornbracht.com

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The "Mekanic" by LBL Lighting, found in every auto repair shop, gets a rose gold upgrade. lBl lighting, www.lbllighting.com, or valley Lights and Ferguson showrooms, Fargo.

Maxim's LED beauty "Meteor" incorporates elegant beveled glass into a rose gold sconce.

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Dalbol Flowers florist, Ashley Karsnia, a flower enthusiast since childhood is surrounded and framed here by floral arrangements of her own creation.

Karsnia plays around with flower placement and design, allowing herself creative spontaneity as she makes each one a unique arrangement.

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tepping into Dalbol Flowers, I was welcomed by a honeyed atmosphere, as though the store had been removed from the wintered brown earth and placed delicately in a meadow. Green peeked from every corner and crevice, filling up tables, shelves, floor space and anything left over. Florists diligently worked on arrangements behind the register, delicately arranging stems of flowers in vases with peaceful, dedicated concentration. Two small tables at the front of the store were covered in binders and books full of floral The classic rose gold metallic vase, made edgier with the tarnished appearance, bursts with soft whites, deep magenta, and emerald greens.

A closer look reveals snow-white hydrangeas, oriental lilies, seeded eucalyptus and oregonia with delicate lavender wax flowers, providing texture

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Built upon a foundation of greenery, this arrangement begins with the body and texture of oregonia and seeded eucalyptus with stems that elegantly bend out of the vase, free flowing.

An arrangement in progress: although tulips have a mind of their own and will bend towards light, Karsnia places them purposefully to fill the container, allowing them to spill naturally out of the vase.

The lively tones of spring are abundant as sunset orange, bumblebee yellow, and blush pink tulips are used to round out the fullness of the floral design.

arrangements for weddings, funerals or any special occasion that might warrant the gift of flowers. I pulled a chair from one of the tables and perused the paperbound book of flower options. Ashley Karsnia slid into the chair across from me and greeted me with a warm smile.

A florist at Dalbol Flowers, Karsnia believes in the power of plants. Under their lush leaves and past their delicate petals, flowers contain an indescribable energy that is diverse, applicable to almost every aspect of the human experience. Karsnia was drawn to flowers at a young age, citing this energy as

the force that attracted her to floral design. As a child, she would arrange small bouquets for her mother and grandmother, giving them a gift that showcased both her love and artistic ability. This childhood attraction to flowers beckoned her to the business, where she gives the gift of flowers to every customer.

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Requests change from day to day, allowing her an opportunity to expand her creativity with each new arrangement.

This floral designer’s go-to flowers are white hydrangeas, a versatile choice that complements any bouquet with volume and simplicity. Her next choice is bupleurum, clusters of delicate yellow flowers contrasted against bright green foliage, followed by hypericum berries, delicious little spheres that add texture to an arrangement. She shared these three varieties with me to enjoy together with sunny daffodils, colorful gerbera daisies, blooming garden roses and peach double-bloom tulips. Each floral addition to the table brightened her mood as she toyed with the stems, laying them in a free and natural grouping instinctively. The verve the flowers emitted was palpable, elevating the mood of the space instantly.

Karsnia encourages people to play with flowers and use their personal tastes in color and texture preferences to create beautiful floral pieces. Whether it’s a vase of red roses on the middle of the dining room table or a stalk of hydrangea in a water glass atop the nightstand, flowers exude a sense of serenity, liveliness and therapeutic healing. By giving flowers, you are showing intentional care and consideration for another person. When receiving flowers, you feel these emotions through the vivacity of each stem, leaf and petal.

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Parrot tulips brightly blend with the sunniness of spring daffodils and a touch of greenery, complimented by the simplicity of the clear mason jar vase.

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In a beautiful mess of textures, white oriental lilies explode from the vase cradled in yellow acacia flowers, Queen Ann’s lace and hydrangeas.

This healing power exemplifies the reasons why we send bouquets to new mothers, hospital patients or grieving families. Flowers breathe life into spaces and convey emotions when words cannot be found. Harness the powerful effect of flowers in your home.

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The Inspired model home features 14-foot ceilings in the living room, 10-foot ceilings in the dining and kitchen and generous windows that welcome the outside in, providing an inviting and warm appearance.

An office area, or space for formal dining or a library, is located near the entry. Gorgeous knotty alder barn doors lend privacy while adding style.

Bathed in natural light, the dining space boasts wonderful outdoor views and is positioned near the kitchen with additional island seating.

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Quartz countertops, grey subway tile, custom cabinetry with amazing storage detailing, and a modern range hood enhance this highly functional kitchen.

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Crafting Homes and Designing Dreams The Inspired home collection by Dietrich Homes is the essence of exquisite design and excellent workmanship.

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BY Wanda Perkins | PHOTOGRAPHY BY Jill Ockhardt Blaufuss

t the young age of 15, Clay Dietrich began his building career by sweeping floors on construction sites and helping stain and varnish trim work.

Working alongside his brother, Brent, he learned the importance of crafting homes with integrity and superior skill. Today, Dietrich Homes, owned

by Clay and his son Tom, continues their legacy of excellence to the next generation.

With more than 40 years of construction management, Clay and his staff are proud to offer homeowners a new collection of homes called Inspired by Dietrich Homes. Just in time for 2017’s spring Parade of Homes, a spectacular model home will display their continued tradition of distinction and innovation in homebuilding.

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Located at 1026 Hickory Lane in West Fargo, the Inspired model home’s exterior features Carriage House garage doors, stone accents, seamless steel siding and a winding walkway leading to a welcoming porch.

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Not everyone wishing to build a new home desires massive square footage to go along with the equally large budget required to build one. However, homeowners requiring a more moderately sized home still demand the same quality construction and features. Inspired homes are designed for homeowners of all ages, combining excellent workmanship within moderate budgets and smaller footprint concepts. Good things definitely do come in smaller packages!

“We wanted to create homes that are the same quality regardless of the space. It’s more right-sizing. What’s right for you?” says Clay, president of Dietrich Homes. “We’ve built everything from 1,200-square-foot homes to 8,000-square-foot homes. This collection fulfills a need within the industry for rightsized homes with excellent craftsmanship.

With a great base to work from, we’re able to build a home that complements what a family’s needs are, along with creating a beautiful space for them to enjoy.”

Inspired homes have all the quality as larger floorplans with the same customized service and options for clients, all within a more moderate price range. Additionally, the ability to personalize interior spaces,

without compromising the appearance of the exterior character, also gives homeowners a space that is uniquely theirs. Pricing starts at approximately $156 per square foot with rambler, two-story and multilevel plans available.

Consistent quality, flow of design elements within each room and attention to every detail describe standard amenities throughout the entire Inspired collection of homes. Some of these amenities include custom cabinetry with quartz and granite countertops throughout, gorgeous ceramic and glass tile work in baths

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“It’s our job to take the stress out of the building process for our customers.

Form and function can work together beautifully, and we try not to lose sight of either concept. We want to create homes that our clients are proud of while delivering their preferences and meeting their needs.”

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Downstairs, a bar area features a unique, wall-mounted wine rack with urban flair.

Entertaining is a breeze with the spacious The family room showcases an electric fireplace lower-level bar area. It features a beverage refrigerator, surrounded by custom barn board, large windows granite counters, modern shelving, a viewing and and plenty of space to relax and unwind. conversation bar and overhead recessed lighting.

our clients are proud of while delivering their preferences and meeting their needs.”

With the Inspired series of homes completed and move-in ready within four to six months, homeowners can experience Dietrich Home’s promise of building on tradition.

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romping through the woods in my wellies, the sodden earth releases the wonderful smell of spring—the smell of wet, rich soil, a subtle sweet smell, akin to manure, but not offensive. It is the smell of things to come as the sun warms the dirt, releasing its potential for rebirth.

Spring is like finding the child within us. I enjoy the mire, the wet messiness of it all. It holds the amazing secrets the earth reveals after a harsh, cold winter, like the tender sprouts poking through the once frozen soil.

As the ground releases its icy grip on perennials, the cycle of rebirth starts all over again. The sap is flowing, and it is time to tap the trees to make my favorite liquid gold, maple syrup.

Sheep are lambing, and everywhere there is a riot of color and an abundance of virile energy.

For the farmer, in the words of Bob Fosse, “It’s show time!”

Noreen Thomas of Doubting Thomas Farms is a devoted organic farmer and a gatekeeper of ancient knowledge. She possesses a passion for her craft and for sharing it with others. Perched on the banks of the Buffalo River north of Moorhead, this working farm has been in Lee Thomas’ family for more than 100 years. But it wasn’t until the tenacious Noreen convinced Lee to convert 1,200 acres to organic that it received the name Doubting Thomas. Neighbors were doubtful it could be done, but Noreen proved them wrong.

Wine Wisdom Rosé season is upon us! This is truly my favorite time of year. Fresh, vibrant, pink wines make there way to our store- perfect for patios, decks, picnics, and pontoons. I start the rosé selection process up to 6 months before the wine is scheduled to arrive to make sure we have the best selection around. This year I am proud to offer over 70 rosé wines store wide! Rosé wines range from bone dry to slightly sweet.

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Mas Donís Rosat 2016 This Spanish Rosat is a blend of 4 different varietals, Grenache, Carignen, Syrah, and Merlot. Hints of smashed strawberries and white pepper on the nose. Mas Donís Rosat is clean and crisp on the palate with a bone dry finish.

The Rose Garden Rosé 2016 From the Cape of South Africa this rosé is also a blend, although it does not specify, I believe it’s a Cabernet, Merlot, Shiraz blend. The Rose Garden is very fruity on the nose, strawberry and watermelon. Those flavors follow through to the palate, bursting with juicy freshness.

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Lion's Mane mushroom Under strict organic methodology, this farm produces rolled oats, barley, oat berries, wheat and heritage corn, some of which is shipped to Japan and some to Organic Valley. Noreen also grows sacred corn for the White Earth Chippewa. In a spiritual ritual, the Chippewa call on the seeds to “wake up, grow strong and tall.” This spirituality and connection to the earth are evident in much of what Noreen produces.

Doubting Thomas is more than just a farm; it is also a sanctuary for people living in hospice care and assisted living to get out and enjoy nature. With the assistance of interns, the aptly named Garden-Able project comes to life in late June, allowing people to pick vegetables and flowers. Local Boy Scouts built raised beds, allowing those in wheelchairs to come face to face with nature. Aromas of mint, basil and myriad blooming flowers fill the warm country air for a pure sensory awakening.

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Back across the Red River and south of Fargo, another soulful lady is in tune with nature. Mara Solberg and her husband, Warren, raise organic, free-range chickens and sheep. I visited their farm recently during lambing season. Filled with 24 head of sheep, an extraordinarily large goat, a horse, some geese and several bouncing lambs, the backyard was a sight to see. As Mara threw out hay, the precocious lambs fought their way under the larger animals to get their share. Like Noreen, Mara treats all her animals humanely and feeds them natural foods.

You can meet these two lovely ladies at the Red River Market Saturdays all summer in downtown Fargo. In the meantime, you can pick up some Doubting Thomas Farms organic rolled oats and oat berries at BernBaum’s or Swanson Health Products, both in downtown Fargo.

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I like tromping through the woods in spring, foraging for good things to eat like ramps and fiddleheads, and then I like cooking them.

A favorite dish is a bowl of wild mushrooms and herbs in mushroom broth, shabu-shabu style with paper-thin slices of well-marbled steak. Another preferred dish is roasted leeks with goat cheese and hazelnuts.

Roasted Leeks, Goat Cheese and hazeLnuts Nothing says spring like fresh ramps, the elusive wild onion. Some think they are baby leeks, but they are actually a member of the onion family. Young leeks make for a satisfying substitute. This is a two-phase cooking procedure, and we utilize the whole leek. We blanch and roast the tender white part while we use the tough green part for a sauce.

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INGREDIENTS 2 fresh young leeks of a small diameter. Look for bright green tops with little browning.

1 large shallot, peeled and coarsely chopped 2 garlic cloves, peeled and coarsely chopped Juice of 1 lemon ¼ cup dry white wine 1 cup vegetable stock 1 pint heavy cream Kosher salt and white pepper to taste

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Olive oil for brushing ½ cup goat cheese ¼ cup sliced or chopped hazelnuts ½ teaspoon fresh parsley leaves, washed, no stems ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes METHOD Cut leeks where the green meets the white. Do not trim away the root end.

Reserve the green tops.

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Bring a pot (large enough to hold the white part of the leek) of salted water to a boil.

Drop the green parts in the boiling water to just set the color. Remove and shock in ice water. Do not cook.

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Blanch the white parts until barely tender; remove and cool. When cool, split in half lengthwise and drain cut side down on paper towels.

In a saucepan, gently sautĂŠ the shallot and garlic until tender.

Add lemon juice and white wine; bring to boil and reduce by half. Add stock and heavy cream. Lower heat to simmer.

Coarsely chop green parts of leek and add to cream. Reduce by a third.

Season with salt and white pepper.

Brush tops and bottoms of leeks with olive oil. Take the two pieces of one leek and place next to each other on a baking tray. Do the same with the other leek. Season with salt and top with crumbled goat cheese and hazelnuts.

Bake in pre-heated 350-degree oven for 20 minutes.

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While the leeks bake, blend cream mixture; add parsley and blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning.

TO SERvE Puddle the leek and parsley sauce in the center of plate. Set the two pieces of one leek on sauce and sprinkle with red pepper flakes.

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