Monthly Archives: July 2012

Butter Pecan Toffee Sugar Cookies

Posted on July 31, 2012 by

Oh yes, I do hate you. Looking at your coolness reminds me that my full size freezer died yesterday. The last freezer I had also died in August. Honestly, can’t these things keel over in January when it is freezing … Continue reading →

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Chicago Dogs. Cloud Nothings.

Posted on July 30, 2012 by

How about some Clown Meat? Hot dogs aren’t as funny, but they sure can be good. If you are wanting some hot dogs for dinner, but rain makes grilling difficult, then try out this tasty preparation. The combo of toppings, … Continue reading →

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Orecchiette With Spicy Sausage and Broccoli Rabe. Listening To dEUS.

Posted on July 29, 2012 by

This is worth a look just for seeing the Cats in their super hero costumes. Looking for a simple and wonderful pasta dish? That would be this recipe. The combination of sausage and broccoli rabe is terrific. Orecchiette with Spicy … Continue reading →

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Trio Of Tacos. Beef, Chicken Veggie And Crunchy Shrimp. Errors On The Stereo.

Posted on July 28, 2012 by

Have you seen that Samuel L. Jackson ad where he is asking Siri for cooking advice? Well, this trumps that ad big time, especially if you adore Pulp Fiction like I do. Pretty funny stuff. Onto today’s recipes. I love … Continue reading →

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Short And Sweet. Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp.

Posted on July 27, 2012 by

This image says it all. You’ll make all of your friends and followers happy if you pull this crisp out of the oven. Strawberries and rhubarb have a natural affinity. Covered in this luscious crisped topping, they are irresistible. Throw … Continue reading →

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HoHo Cream Dream Coffee Chocolate Cake Will Have You Yodeling. Or Just Sing Some Copy Haho.

Posted on July 26, 2012 by

I saw this yesterday on a friend’s blog and am still laughing whenever I think of it. Now here is something YOU need to remember. This is the best Chocolate Cake EVAH. Even without all of the cream cake madness … Continue reading →

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Panzanella. Faster Glenn.

Posted on July 25, 2012 by

In honor of The Dark Knight, I am NaNaNaNaNaing all around the kitchen. And, of course, the song. After going to a blockbuster summer movie, a show stopping summery salad would be most welcome. Panzanella is an Italian bread and … Continue reading →

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New York-Style Crumb Cake. New York’s Widowspeak.

Posted on July 24, 2012 by

Shhh! Don’t tell anyone that when I was young I used to pick the crumbs off of the Entenmann’s Coffee Crumb Cakes, which were a staple in my house. Not just from a slice, but from the whole cake. But, … Continue reading →

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Crispy Pretzel Chicken With Honey-Mustard Sauce. Diving Into Some Deep Sea Diver.

Posted on July 23, 2012 by

This is kind of true. I know that I, for one, always have my brake foot twitching when I am a passenger. Crispy Pretzel Chicken. Doesn’t that sound really good? It is. Tender chicken coated with salty crisp pretzels and … Continue reading →

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Tiered Rainbow Celebration Cake With Confetti Cupcakes. Make Noise For All Will Be Quiet.

Posted on July 22, 2012 by

Do you need a special cake to feed a crowd of about 150? Here’s one for you. Last year when my son graduated from elementary school, I made the celebration cake. It was a grand tiered cake surrounded by cupcakes … Continue reading →

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