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Tag: RECIPES

  • Southwestern Chicken Salad

    I came across this recipe in a magazine a couple of years ago. I love how simple it is to make. 1/2 tsp or more ground cumin Salt, to taste 3 cups chopped rotisserie chicken 2 limes, quartered 1 head of Romaine lettuce, shredded (you can use any type of lettuce) 1 (15.5 oz) can…

  • Simply Pasta

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    One of my all time favorite comfort foods is simply pasta with a little pad of butter. It is so satisfying. 1/2 bag egg noodles or 1/2 box spaghetti noodles, cooked 4 tbsp butter 1 clove garlic, minced or 1/2 tsp garlic powder Salt and Pepper, to taste 1/2 c peas 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese…

  • Fall Apple Orchard Punch

    I love fall. I love the smells. I love the crispness in the air. September reminds me of the Fall Apple Harvest Festival in Sebastopol, California.  Just thinking about about their Apple Fritters makes my mouth water. Another fall/winter favorite of mine is Wassail. A blend of fruit juices and aromatic spices fills the room…

  • Apple Ham and Cheese Sandwiches

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    Every time I got sick as a kid, my mom would make grilled cheese sandwiches with chicken noodle soup. Somehow, the combination always made me feel better. Today in my house, the traditional cheesier has been revamped to include extra vitamins and fiber. I serve these for lunch or snack. Butter (optional) 2 slices Wheat…

  • BBQ Nachos

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    As a born and bred Southern Gal turned California chic, I occasionally get the hanker’n for some good ol’ southern barbecue. This summer I returned to my roots when I went to visit my family in South Florida. Before my arrival, my brother asked me what I wanted for dinner that night. I immediately requested,…

  • Omelet Bar

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    While I was vacationing this summer in Florida, most mornings we had an Omelet for breakfast. I have made two omelets in my life time. I tried making an omelet in my stainless steel skillet once, but it turned into scrambled eggs. The first time I successfully made an omelet, was when I received a…

  • Snow Cones

    We pulled out our slurpee/snowcone maker, dusted it off and made a refreshing treat with this recipe I found online, but I apologize I have no clue where I got. It was a site that had all these great cool summer kid treats. Once I locate it, I will update this post. Until then, enjoy…

  • Sausage Bread

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    This recipes comes from an issue of the Southern Living magazine. It is one of my family’s favorite to go breakfast meals. These can be made up in advance and frozen. 1 (1 lb) package ground pork sausage, hot or mild 1 (11-oz) can refrigerated French bread dough 1 1/2 cups shredded pizza cheese blend…

  • Heavenly Snack Bars

    This is a recipe submitted by Sharon Chupp to the Family Circle Magazine. 2 cups crisp rice cereal 2 cups peanut butter flavored corn and oat cereal 2 cups marshmallows 2 cups chopped pecans 1 1/2 pounds white chocolate, chopped Coat a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine rice…

  • Nutty Popcorn Balls

    Nutty popcorn bars is a great new take on protein bars. This recipe came from the June 2007 Heath Magazine, created by David Gaus an Executive pastry chef in Washington DC. Beware! I can never only eat one.  They are so tasty. 1 1/2 cups rolled oats 1 cup unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts 12 cups popcorn…