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Welcome to my recipe index where I share my families most favorite meals. Most of these recipes are just so darn tasty that I have repeated them enough times that I discovered where to cut corners, making convenient substitutions that allow me to get dinner served in less than an hour and some in under 30 minutes.
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Monte Cristo Sandwich
Who remembers the Monte Cristo Sandwich at Bennigans? It was layers of deli meat, battered and deep-fried, then served with raspberry jam...
Mar 26, 20213 min read
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Spaghetti Squash in the Pressure Cooker
I have been a hold out on spaghetti squash, and wouldn't even consider it as an alternative to pasta. What was I thinking? 2020 was an...
Jan 4, 20211 min read
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Hamachi Shooters
In early 2013, Jim and I had some dear friends over for dinner, just two months after our first child was born. Our friends were...
Jan 4, 20212 min read
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Zuppa Toscana Lightened Up
If you are searching for a comforting soup that is light on calories and fat, I've altered Zuppa Toscana, a fan favorite, to make it...
Dec 19, 20203 min read
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Cocktail Crab Cakes
Some people may look at this list of ingredients and assume it's long and complicated. Please stop and look again, you likely have...
Dec 19, 20204 min read
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Breaking Traditions
In this strange year where not everyone will get to spend the holidays with extended family, it may be more important than ever to make...
Dec 19, 20202 min read
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Spiced Nuts
Once we are back to hosting parties and shindigs in our homes, put this make-ahead Spiced Nuts recipe on your menu. It feels special, and...
Dec 16, 20202 min read
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Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
I am so happy that I took my friend's suggestion of ordering the Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad at Doc B's Restaurant + Bar. They have...
Oct 1, 20201 min read
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Hatch Green Chile Pork Stew
If you are lucky enough to have stocked up on hatch chiles in your freezer, I have the perfect recipe to showcase this unique ingredient - s
Sep 26, 20204 min read
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Pork Chops with Hard Cider Pan Sauce, Roasted Fennel-Apple Salad
We have loved our local Austin Eastciders Honey Cider this summer, and as we move into Fall, I wanted to find a way to cook with it....
Sep 26, 20203 min read
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Salsa Veracruz
In the summer of 2009, I was newly engaged and ramping up my exploration of cooking all kinds of cuisines. A friend recently reminded me...
Sep 20, 20202 min read
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Crunchy Beer-Battered Fish
Fish and chips, anyone? How about crunchy fish tacos? Oh, now I have your attention! This may be a simple and straightforward recipe, but...
Sep 20, 20202 min read
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Jello Shots
I always thought jello shots were complicated, and I was pleasantly surprised once I started experimenting with them how easy they are to ma
Sep 19, 20202 min read
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Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas
Preparing enchiladas can be a labor-intensive effort, but it doesn't have to be. This recipe streamlines the process.
Sep 19, 20203 min read
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Chicken Florentine Crepes
I don't make these Chicken Florentine Crepes nearly enough. The white sauce tastes rich and complex while in reality is pretty simple to...
Sep 19, 20202 min read
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Enchilada Dip
Enchilada Dip! I get asked for the recipe every time, and my friends are always shocked to learn one surprising element in this appetizer.
Sep 13, 20201 min read
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Fluffy Slime (not edible)
When I'm out of ideas for things the kids can do, even though they have a playroom and bedrooms full of toys, we make slime. My kids and...
Aug 22, 20202 min read
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Restaurant Style Mexican Rice
Does anyone else love Tex-Mex as much as I do? I could eat it breakfast, lunch, and dinner and never tire of the flavors! To be honest,...
Aug 21, 20202 min read
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Broccoli Cheese Soup
This is a simple, no-fuss way to make quick Broccoli Cheese Soup. We are staying in during this pandemic so I have to work with the...
Apr 1, 20201 min read
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Spicy Roasted Cauliflower
Roasted cauliflower has a nutty, sweet flavor that’s hard to resist. This side dish is not only beautiful but exploding with flavor due...
Mar 31, 20202 min read
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