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Jul 23
Parmesan Roasted Zucchini
This recipe is courtesy of Ina Garten, I just love the way she makes everything seem so simple to prepare. Well, this one is simple. I have never been a fan of zucchini due to having not grown up eating it and then the few times I did have it I didn’t care for the …
Jun 22
Mascarpone Moose with Roasted Strawberries
Roasted strawberries….who knew? I had never heard of roasting a strawberry before, but wow! Roasting intensifies their flavor, and there are many different recipes for roasting strawberries which I will be trying. Now, mascarpone moose is a whole other dessert in itself! As amazing as it is by itself, imagine sweet roasted strawberries drizzled over …
May 27
Honey Spiced Glazed Chicken
Sweet and spicy, these glazed chicken thighs are packed full of flavor. Chicken breast are an option for this dish also, but I would make sure that they are on the thinner side. Chicken thighs tend to stay moist and not dry out as easily as chicken breast. If you don’t have smoked paprika in …
May 22
Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ Sauce
Memorial day is a few days away and barbecue ribs, chicken and what have you will be on many tables. Why not make your own barbecue sauce for the occasion, one that you can customize to you and your families taste. Most store bought barbecue sauce has high fructose corn syrup as a main ingredient. …
Apr 18
Banana Cream Cheese Muffins
This morning I was thinking about muffins for breakfast and wanted to try something new. I had bananas that were not quite banana bread material but were “mashable”. I went searching and found these amazing banana muffins at bakedbree.com. Oh how decadent and rich! A batter with cream cheese, bananas, and cinnamon has a cream …
Mar 31
Spinach Salad with Mozzarella, Tomato & Pepperoni
This is another super simple salad that will become a favorite for you. Great as a light lunch or served as a side with any protein. If you don’t have Mozzarella or want a sharper tasting cheese feel free to use a different one. I have used a sharper Monterey Jack that I can find …
Mar 10
Pasta with Creamy White Beans
This pasta dish is courtesy of chef Giada De Laurentiis. You can use any pasta you have on hand, but one that can capture the sauce is best. By smashing a few of the beans while the sauce is simmering you will begin the makings of a beautiful creamy sauce. Add cheese of choice and …
Feb 27
Juicy Skillet Pork Chops
If you have lost faith in being able to cook pork chops without drying them out, try again with this quick, simple, and delicious dish. As you can imagine, the spice rub of chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika brings so much flavor to the pork, and then they are smothered in …
Feb 07
Honey Balsamic-Arugula Salad
Need a salad but don’t want your typical lettuce, cucumber, and tomato salad for guests? This arugula salad is super simple with a dressing full of flavor. If you are serving just a couple of people I would not recommend tossing the salad with the dressing, but just adding to individual salads. Enjoy! 2 Tbsp. …
Feb 03
Coconut-crusted Red Snapper
Not being big on fish, this is my first red snapper recipe I have tried and I was surprised first that the fish was so mild, then the coconut coating with curry, coriander, and cumin had such great flavor. Since first preparing this red snapper, it has become a repeat meal for us. Quick and …