Monthly Archives: August 2015

Baked Soy Lemon Chops With Roasted Potato And Green Bean Salad. New Music From Memoryy.

I think this summer might be the most hectic one I have ever experienced. My daughter is leaving for her first year of college. I had to take over finances for my ailing father from 3 states away. My boys … Continue reading

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Pasta With Swiss Chard, Eggplant, And Mushrooms. New Music From Ben Lorentzen.

As pasta dishes go, this one is packed with lots of thrilling flavors. There’s plenty of veggie action from the chard, eggplant and mushrooms. A triple cheese combination of fresh mozzarella, Gorgonzola and Parmesan takes everything over to the top … Continue reading

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Fruit Crostata. New Music From Joykill Collective.

Pop Tarts commercials are so disturbing. My youngest son attended a baking camp at King Arthur Flour last week and this was one of the beautiful and very delicious treats he learned to make. A simple dough is filled with … Continue reading

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Vegetarian Sloppy Joes. New Music From Zurich.

These vegetable packed Sloppy Joes won’t make you miss the meat. Crunchy carrot and celery team up with crumbled tofu in a chile-spiced tomato sauce. Seasoned Tater Tots are an irresistible side. Vegetarian Sloppy Joes Ingredients: 1 pound frozen Tater … Continue reading

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Hot Dog Sliders With Mango-Pineapple Salsa. Listening To Jeremy Moore.

Fun, Fun, Fun. That’s what these little grilled Hot Dog Sliders are. A tropical salsa topping adds to the festive feel. They’re perfect party finger food. Hot Dog Sliders with Mango-Pineapple Salsa Ingredients: 3 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons honey … Continue reading

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Short And Sweet. Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Treats.

I’ve made lots of crispy rice treats in my day, but this is the first recipe I ever tried that didn’t have marshmallows as one of the key ingredients. These Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Treats are a lightened up version … Continue reading

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Cuban-Style Pork Chops. New Music From Stephen Bradley.

“No matter how much you push the envelope, it will always be stationery.” Moving right along to today’s recipe. Yum. Delicious. Want again soon! These grilled Cuban-Style Pork Chops have all of the flavor of a Cuban sandwich without the … Continue reading

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Summer Stew With Vegetables. Listening To Cold Weather Company.

Gardens are popping out the fresh veggies and farm stands are filled to the brim. Need a recipe to use up some of the bounty? Give this Summer Stew a try. Just chop up the veggies and cook with stock … Continue reading

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Lemon Icebox Squares. New Music From Gus Harrower.

I know you usually come around here and find desserts packed with cream and sugar, since that is kind of how I roll. But, I still try to balance it out with some healthier options. Like these Lemon Icebox Squares. … Continue reading

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Kale Salad With Cherries, Pecans And Goat Cheese. New Music From Wild Ones.

This little salad has it all. The kale gets tender in the honey-Dijon dressing and is perfectly complemented by crunchy radishes and pecans, tart dried cherries and creamy goat cheese. Kale Salad With Cherries, Pecans And Goat Cheese Ingredients for … Continue reading

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