Teachers Make a Difference
My students mean the world to me and I always try my hardest to be the best teacher I can be for them. But, nothing happens in a vacuum....
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Dec 2, 20221 min read
Easy, Creamy Pumpkin Soup
This super simple yet adaptable fall soup is chock full of your favorite autumnal flavors and perfect for sweater weather.
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Dec 2, 20223 min read
The Power of Kindness
World Speech Day 2021 Revisited Dear Amanda, I wanted you to know I’ve been thinking about you. I know how hard living abroad can be, and...
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Dec 2, 20225 min read
Music and the Brain
One of the first things I do when I get to school in the morning is blast some music while preparing my lessons. My students even know me...
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Amanda Korsell Brown
May 16, 20216 min read
Getting an Italian Driver's License
The trials of obtaining an Italian driver's license as an American residing in Italy.
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Mar 21, 20212 min read
Cherry Chocolate-Chip Cupcakes
Easy and moist Cherry Chocolate Chip Cupcakes are the perfect addition to any work breakroom or family gathering!
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Feb 21, 20215 min read
Musings about Life in Florence
Thoughts about the wonderful & weird aspects to life here in Florence, Italy.
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Jan 31, 20216 min read
End of Term Surveys
Ms. Brown talks teacher-student surveys and heartfelt student comments.
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Jan 24, 20212 min read
Pumpkin Mascarpone Bundt Cake
With Silky Caramel Glaze Step-by-Step Instructions: Step 1: Preheat your oven to 170 degrees celsius, or 350 degrees fahrenheit. Note: My...
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Jan 19, 20213 min read
Revenge of Imposter Syndrome
My "co-worker," Samantha, caught napping on the job... Full disclaimer: this is a very raw, personal post about my experiences with...
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Jan 18, 20212 min read
Keto Winter Salad
Keto Winter Salad Difficulty: This almost doesn’t count as a recipe… Time: Depends on your knife skills...about 5-10 minutes Ingredients:...
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Jan 18, 20212 min read
Sweet & Salty Green Beans
Green beans with toasted cashews and a brown sugar reduction Difficulty: Easy Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: Green beans, with tips cut...
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Jan 18, 20212 min read
Keto-Friendly Stuffed Bell Peppers
With bonus variation! Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers Bonus: Farro Variation Difficulty: Easy peasy Time: Depends on how organized you...
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Jan 18, 20212 min read
Bacon, Pumpkin, Ginger Soup: A Winter Favorite
Bacon, Pumpkin, Ginger Soup Difficulty: Medium Time: 45 minutes Ingredients: Chopped pumpkin (1 container or about 3 cups of chunks) 1-2...
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Jan 18, 20213 min read
Mom’s Au Gratin Potatoes
Mom’s Au Gratin Potatoes Difficulty: Medium Time: 60 minutes Ingredients: 2 kinds of potatoes (I like yellow & russet), washed & dried,...
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Amanda Korsell Brown
Jan 18, 20212 min read
Janet’s Favorite Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Creamy Mashed Potatoes aka Janet’s Favorite Why a mashed potato recipe? Because everyone makes mashed potatoes, but I have discovered...
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