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Well, I’ve kind of gone over my 30 Minute Healthy Dinners promise. This recipe actually takes 35 minutes, if you include the 5 minutes it took me in the morning to make the marinade and throw the steak in. You can even get this done while you’re making breakfast. But, if you really can’t get do this step, flank steak is equally yummy just grilled…
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No matter how much I love to cook or how much time I have, it always seems that there are those days I just want to be done making dinner or not do it all! So, I decided I am letting go of my crazy food rules a bit this year and gave myself a challenge of getting a complete dinner done in 30 minutes…
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We are so excited to share a seasonal muffin recipe with you that you can make year round from our friend, Janelle Shank, at Bakes in Slippers. Janelle went to culinary school and graduated with her baking and pastry certificate, quickly realizing that everyday baking wasn’t for her. Soon, an interest in recipe development, food photography, and food writing lead to the decision to start…
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Finding yourself with a harvest of green cherry tomatoes? They’re perfect to make this green cherry tomato relish recipe! Enjoy it on soft goat cheese, cream cheese, or on sandwiches made with pork or turkey. No matter what the weather has in store for our tomatoes, we are ALWAYS left with an abundance of green tomatoes. There is probably nothing better in life than fried…
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One of my favorite cuisines is Mexican, but I very seldom get to have it. My husband can’t have tomatoes and peppers, so that pretty much restricts most items on the menu… And, while I can, I probably shouldn’t….But, once in a while I make a dish that we both can have and I just love – Butternut Squash & Corn Enchiladas. It’s definitely a…
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With the weather starting to turn fall-like, I started thinking about different dinners to begin serving in my house. It’s actually the first time it’s just David and I, so I’ll either have to plan different recipes or reduce portion sizes in the ones I have. This one is one of my Moms and I love it! SHEPHERD’S PIE Preheat Oven to 350. Serves 4-6…
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Sometimes recipes can be “oh, so easy” and way delicious! These Easiest Scones Ever are my “go to” recipe for an after school snack, when friends show up, to serve with afternoon tea – no clotted cream for me – or just to have around the house on weekends. I use organic ingredients, but that’s my choice. I usually put strawberries on top or whatever…
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When it comes to comfort food and real food, my mom takes the prize hands down. Not only is she a great cook because she’s my mom, but she just also happens to be a professional chef. This recipe for baked cod with fragrant vegetables, made with fennel, onions, cabbage, and potatoes, is one of my twins’ favorites. They always ask for it when…
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I made a huge, double batch of these Oatmeal Cookies the morning the twins returned from six weeks in Europe and India. They are one of their favorites. They contain whole grains and are so easy. So, what are you waiting for…. OATMEAL COOKIES Pre-heat oven to 375. INGREDIENTS 1 cup butter – I leave this out the night before, so it is soft in…
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I’m always searching for ways to make easy, healthy, AND tasty meals for my family. It’s not always an easy task, but sometimes I stumble upon a recipe that works on so many levels. These simple, healthy, homemade rice cakes are a favorite in our house, especially for breakfast. We like to add either a poached or fried egg and place on a bed of…
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Perfecting the art of simple syrups can help turn you into the perfect hostess. Use the recipes below as an inspiration to create what you like. My trihubby and I are at a new stage in our lives. With the twins away for the summer and then off to college when they get back, we have a lot more time to play. So, what…
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With summer here and everyone in the mood for light, easy dishes, I thought it was the perfect time to share some of my easy summer meal recipes. I am a simple cook who believes in the flavor of the food, so all of my recipes are simple and clean. I’ve prepared this first set – Warm Potato Salad, My Coleslaw, and Dill Salmon – as…
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