A few weeks ago we visited my cousin who lives out of state. During our stay she made a pot of delicious broccoli soup. Since then, I haven’t been able to stop thinking about it! Broccoli is one of my favorite vegetables. It packs so many nutrients, anti-carcinogens, and fiber that as far as I am [...]
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I have never really had any good ideas about what to do with all of the bits of different types of macaroni in boxes and in jars that I have hanging around in my cupboards. There is never really an ideal occasion to use two handfuls of orrechetti or 1/4 pound of farfalle. That is what [...]
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I always talk about how much I prefer quick, fresh home cooked meals to takeout and this recipe here really reinforces that! Throw this chicken in a box with a wire handle and you will swear it comes from the freshest most delicious Thai takeout restaurant that ever existed. There is a lot of flavor and a lot of [...]
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This is a perfect “make Sunday and serve Monday and Tuesday” meal! The flavors deepen as the turkey marinates so a couple of days in the fridge actually boosts the flavor. The textures of the meat, vegetables, and nuts make these wraps satisfying to the palette. And they are fun to eat! I served them [...]
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HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! I have only made a red velvet cake once before. It was Paula Deen’s red velvet cake recipe (it was before my blogging days) and though it looked impressive and the frosting was delicious, the cake was just…red. I don’t remember much flavor. These cupcakes, on the other hand are delicious! There is a fabulous [...]
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