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I love to cook. Ask anyone—that's what they'll tell you. I thought I'd take the opportunity to share new recipes as I test them, plus I'll list some favorites. Also, I intend to include miscellaneous writings, mostly for my own amusement.
This was going to be tomato herb bread, but since we were taking it to our friends' house, I decided it would be more reasonable to make dinner rolls. Worked out wonderful! Very good with the olive tapanade, too! Tomato Bread Rolls 1 c. warm water 1 (read full article)
This turns out sorta like a quiche, but there's no dry crumbly crust on the bottom, which is what a lot of people object to with your typical quiche. I served this with some yummy olive tapanade, the recipe for which will be posted tomorrow... Imposs (read full article)
More cheese would weigh it down...Puff Pastry Squashed TartI didn't use a recipe for this, I just kinda threw it together last minute. There's not a lot to it, but it was very tasty and I really cannot offer suggestions to improve upon it. One could (read full article)
I've made this for several picnics and potlucks, and never fails to be a big hit. Everyone always asks for the recipe....so here it is!Chicken Waldorf Salad1 can (9.75 oz.) white chicken meat1/3 c. mayo1/3 c. sour cream1 T. lemon juice1 T. honey1 RED (read full article)
Okay, yeah, I made this with yellow squash, because that's what the garden gave me. It turned out good, but Tillie is right—it is better with zucchini. Tillie's Zucchini Casserole 2 lbs. zucchini, sliced (you don't have to peel it if you don't want (read full article)
Posted previously as "Tony's Thai Salad."Ramen Cabbage SaladFor the salad:1 head cabbage, shredded1 c. shredded carrots (measured as shredded)2 pkgs. Ramen noodles (dry, minus the flavor packet)2 green onions, minced (optional) 1/2 c. toasted almonds (read full article)
This is a mayo-free pasta salad...I don't remember where I found the recipe, but it was while I searched for a "deli macaroni salad" (which I still didn't find what I was looking for!)Summer Pasta Salad 2 c. elbow macaroni (I used tri-color rotini)1 (read full article)
One of Casey's favorite things from childhood: fried cornmeal "mush" with maple syrup.Polenta 4 c. water 1 c. yellow corn meal 1 t. salt Grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray. Bring 3 cups of water to a boil.Combine remaining cup (read full article)
These are similar to my low-carb tuna bites, but I made them in a regular-sized muffin tin, instead of the mini muffin tin. Salmon-Cheese Patties w/ Ricotta on Top1 can salmon, drained & cleaned2 eggs 1/2 c. cheddar cheese, shredded (I really (read full article)
Casey never liked Brussels sprouts until I made them like this...Sautéed Brussels Sprouts1 pkg. frozen Brussels sprouts, thawed2 T. buttersaltsplash of lemon juiceThis isn't really a "recipe"...you just cut the sprouts in half, get the pan nice and (read full article)
I made these for dinner the other night, to go with the "Giant Omelet From Heaven".Roasted Potatoes6 to 8 potatoes (I used medium-sized russet)olive oilseasonings: salt, oregano, parsley flakes, paprika 1. Heat oven to 400˚. Line a low-rim baking pa (read full article)
I can't believe that I didn't take more photos of this, but I guess I just got distracted and set the camera down. Well, at least I have a few... I made this several weeks ago and am just now getting around to posting it. Lobster Dinner 2 lobste (read full article)
This begins the low carb diet.* (You're welcome, Amy!) Today I have a representation of the first round of tasty items created using one of a dieter's best friends: the mini muffin pan. Tuna Egg and Cheese Bites 1 can tuna 1 egg 1/2 c. cheese, (read full article)
Baked Apples w/ HamOkay, I'll admit it.....I forgot how I did this. Oh, please, it was before Christmas when I made this.I was just now looking through my iPhoto pictures when I found it and went, "ohhhhyeahhhhhh...." So now I cannot remember what I (read full article)
The original recipe came from Epicurious, but I made some edits, based on what I had in the fridge. It turned out wonderful! Onion Kugel 6 oz. medium eggs noodles (about 1/2 pkg. or 1 3/4 c.) 1/2 stick butter 1 large Vidalia onion (or other swee (read full article)
This recipe is a modified version of something I saw on FoodNetwork. Credit to Robin Miller's "Quick Fix Meals". Pumpkin Soup 1 (15 oz.) can pure pumpkin (not pie filling) 1 1/2 c. chicken broth 1 c. heavy cream 1 t. ground cumin 2 (read full article)
I made this up, spur of the moment, after taking a pre-dinner cat nap with Thumper.Orange-Molasses Grilled Chicken and Potato Foil Packets2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts2 or 3 T. frozen orange juice concentrate1 t. molasses1 heaping T. brown sug (read full article)
This was always a holiday standard with my dad's family. His father cooked two things: BBQ chicken, and bean salad.Bean Salad 1 can (15 oz.) red beans 1 jar (10 oz.) olives, sliced 3 T. sweet pickle relish –OR- 6 to 8 sweet pickles, diced 1/2 a sma (read full article)
My good friend Tracee helped me make this to go along with our Asian-themed dinner last night, and it turned out fabulous! Crab Rangoon Dip with Won Ton Crackers20 won-ton wrappers2 T. butter, melted Parmesan cheese, grated1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese (read full article)
Thanks to our friend for allowing us to have his mom's fantastic hummus recipe!Mom Falone's Hummus (with roasted garlic)3 cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed2 T. Tahini (sesame paste)3 T. water1/2 c. lemon juice1 c. olive oil3 large c (read full article)
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