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Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Oven-baked pork chops with rice

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Best rice ever. So richly flavored and goes so well with the pork chops, which were really tender. Big fan. 2 pork chops, bone in 1 cup rice...
Saturday, March 27, 2010

Roasted green beans, carrots and garlic

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My new favorite for green beans - fast, flavorful and delicious. 3 big handfuls of fresh green beans, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 carrot, p...
Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Spicy, salty, sweet roasted peanuts

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3 cups roasted, unsalted peanuts Coating 1 Tbsp Worchestershire sauce 1 Tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp hot sauce 1/2 tsp seasoned salt Mix coating i...
Sunday, March 21, 2010

Applesauce breakfast bread

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If you're wanting a hearty, filling bread that's just a bit sweet to start your morning - this is it. 1 cup flour 1/4 cup wheat bran...
Thursday, March 18, 2010

Pear crisp with fresh ginger

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This was my first time using fresh ginger and I am hooked. It is delicious - and pairs wonderfully with the sweetness of the pears. Definite...
Monday, March 15, 2010

Kari's thai soup

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This spicy soup is served with a dollop of rich garlicky paprika spread and fresh mint and cilantro. I don't claim it to be authenticall...
Friday, March 12, 2010

Yeast dinner rolls

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3 Tbsp sugar 1/4 cup very warm water ½ cup very warm milk 1/4 cup melted butter 1/2 Tbsp yeast 2 eggs 2 1/2 cups flour 1/2 t salt pinch baki...
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Oven-baked barbecue pork chops

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These were unbelievable, if I do say so myself. So tender - just falling off the bone. 4 pork chops, bone-in 1 small onion, cut into wedges ...
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Monday, March 08, 2010

Green beans in mushroom sauce

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I make these as a side dish in winter. Goes great with roasts, baked chicken, ham... 2 cups frozen green beans 1/2 cups frozen mushrooms 1 T...
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Friday, March 05, 2010

Exploded potatoes

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Mmm... these are so good. I think most people call them 'twice-baked potatoes' but my brother calls them 'exploded potatoes'...
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Wednesday, March 03, 2010

Winter buckwheat pancakes

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I set out looking for a recipe for breakfast, but kept finding vegan, gluten-free or crêpe recipes. But what I wanted was a warm, filling wi...
Sunday, February 28, 2010

Red beans and rice

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I love the Cajun recipes on Gumbo Pages . All reliably delicious and flexible. This one I had to adapt to our pantry, but still turned out g...
Sunday, February 14, 2010

BBQ pizza with chicken and leeks

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This was thrown together on one of those nights that there appeared to be not-a-whole-lot in the fridge! 1 batch favorite pizza crust 3/4 cu...
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Friday, February 12, 2010

Apple pastries with glaze

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This recipe is adapted from a recipe I got from my mom who got it from my grandmother. It's far too good! 1 prepared pastry crust 1 lg a...
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Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Mâche salad with honey vinaigrette

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2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tsp honey 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard 1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp freshly ground pepper 1/4 cup canola oil 8 cups mâche 1/4 cup...
Monday, February 08, 2010

Layered taco dip, made in France

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Tex-Mex is one of the hardest cuisines to make in France, but this taco dip quenched a serious craving. Can be made up to a day in advance. ...
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Saturday, February 06, 2010

Soft honey & ginger cookies

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No molasses for ginger snaps? No problem. 2 1/4 cups flour 2 tsp ground ginger (I know it sounds like a lot, but just trust me) 1 tsp baking...
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Thursday, February 04, 2010

Carrot pancakes

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These are a favorite around here! Think pancakes with a hint of carrot cake or pumpkin pie... Yeah. they're good. 1 1/2 cups flour 3 1/2...
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Tuesday, February 02, 2010

Fancy-schmancy pigs in a blanket

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2 bratwurst sausages, cooked 2-3 cups good sauerkraut 1 prepared pastry crust Dijon mustard Using a pizza cutter, slice the pastry crust int...
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Sunday, January 31, 2010

Broccoli & pasta alfredo

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I like my pasta alfredo to be about half pasta, half vegetable - all lightly covered in sauce. 1/2 cup cooked chicken, chopped 1 small handf...
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Friday, January 29, 2010

Fried rice with cilantro

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Fried rice is a great comfort food, and the cilantro adds just enough pizazz to make it interesting. 1 Tbsp oil 2 eggs, beaten 1/3 cup froze...
Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Roasted potatoes, carrots & onions

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We love these vegetables in the winter! So good with roasted chicken, beef roast or pork roast. 4-5 small potatoes, washed and cut into 1...
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Monday, January 25, 2010

Pear tarte, trés rapide!

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The other night we wanted this honeyed pear tarte tatin , but it was late and just the two of us so I cut a few corners. Still delish! 1 pre...
Saturday, January 23, 2010

Chocolat chaud

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French hot chocolate is the best. Thick and rich, but not overly sweet. 2 cups milk 5 ounces dark (at least 70%) chocolate, grated 2 teaspon...
Saturday, January 16, 2010

Scrambled eggs with sausage, leeks and 'shrooms

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To be honest, I'm not much of a scrambled eggs girl. I need 'stuff' in them. This week, 'stuff' meant leeks, mushrooms a...
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