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Asian Meatball Lettuce Wraps

Posted on January 25, 2013 by

I don’t know if this is a thing or not.  I had some ground beef and some butter lettuce and this is what happened.  They were tasty and easy! 1 1/3 lb. ground beef, or chicken, or turkey, or pork, … Continue reading →

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Raspberry Jammies

Posted on December 6, 2012 by

We kicked around names for these cookies for a while.  Jam Pockets was a top contender.  Raspberry Ravioli, or Raspioli were other choices.  I went with Raspberry Jammies when my brother-in-law said, “they ARE pretty comforting”.  The best thing about … Continue reading →

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Vegan Mushroom Sage Stuffing

Posted on November 21, 2012 by

This stuffing is deeply flavorful and satisfying enough for any group, vegan or otherwise!  Serves 4-6 1 t. olive oil 1 T. Earth Balance Buttery Spread 2 leeks, washed and sliced 1 shallot, sliced 1/2 yellow onion, diced 4 sprigs … Continue reading →

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Turkey Roulade with Prune and Pine Nut Stuffing

Posted on November 20, 2012 by

What do you do if you don’t have a large number of guests to feed for Thanksgiving?  A whole turkey may be too much for your small group, but you still want to serve something festive?  A boneless turkey breast … Continue reading →

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Simple Cranberry Orange Sauce

Posted on November 19, 2012 by

This is so easy and quick.  Once you’ve tried it you’ll never go back to canned. 12 oz. fresh cranberries 1 C. sugar 1 C. orange juice zest of 1 orange 1/4 t. fresh grated nutmeg In a heavy bottomed … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Posted on August 13, 2012 by

The oats make them healthy, right? 2 sticks of butter, softened – I used one stick of salted and one unsalted 3/4 C. turbinado sugar 1/2 C. sugar 1 t. vanilla 2 eggs 2 C. flour 1 t. baking soda … Continue reading →

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Nigella’s Seared Curry Salmon

Posted on July 8, 2011 by

This is a wonderful recipe for salmon from the book Nigella Express.  I have used it several times and it comes out beautifully.  I used wild Chinook for this.  The spice mixture creates a thin crust on the outside leaving … Continue reading →

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