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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Sticky Glazed Brussels Sprouts
Some say the Brussels trend peaked last year. Still, I cannot get enough of those crispy (almost burnt) leaves, especially when they are...
Dec 7, 20193 min read
Egg Noodles and Pork
We can file this recipe under "too simple to possibly be good," and that is precisely what I love about it. My entire family gobbled it...
Dec 5, 20192 min read
Chipotle Steak Salad
This post began after we enjoyed one heck of a salad! I think the star of the dish was the burst of smokey, spicy and sweet salad...
Dec 5, 20192 min read
Taco Soup
A friend of mine recently asked me for this recipe, and I was reminded that I had not posted it to this web site yet. Shame! Since it's a...
Oct 11, 20192 min read
Crab Tostadas
Crab anything sounds intimidating and fancy, doesn't it? I think it is necessary to spend the extra money for lump crabmeat, sold in...
Aug 18, 20191 min read
Easy Black Bean Soup
Sometimes recipes are developed over time, after many failures and "close, but not there yet" attempts. I made this Black Bean Soup to...
Aug 18, 20191 min read
Seared Scallops with Pickled Peppers and Onions
Scallops can be a little pricey but if you watch, they do go on sale every now and then. This was one of those times that Whole Foods was...
Aug 14, 20192 min read
Funky and Famous Pork Tenderloin with Vietnamese Brussels Sprouts
This meal includes two of my favorite condiments: hot chile-garlic paste and fish sauce. I think they should be a part of every pantry!...
Aug 10, 20192 min read
Cod with Herb-Butter Sauce and Lemon-Garlic Green Beans
I love this meal so much. The cod has a nice crust and big flavor pan sauce that compliments these green beans that I have posted about...
Aug 7, 20192 min read
Curried Turkey and Zucchini Meatballs
This recipe comes from a chef that I just adore watching in the kitchen, Nigella Lawson. There is something so incredibly attractive...
Aug 7, 20192 min read
Brownie in a Mug
Years ago I discovered this simple recipe online for a fudge brownie microwaved in a mug. Yes, microwaved ya'll. It is perfectly rich and...
Aug 7, 20191 min read
Cookies for Two
Don't tell my kiddos but sometimes after Jim and I put them to bed I whip up a small dessert for the two of us to share. This small-batch...
Aug 7, 20191 min read
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