about me:
I love cooking, sharing my kitchen stories, and learning from others. I work in for the federal government, but there is nothing confusing about my food. In addition to cooking, I love horseback riding and am an advid sports fan (esp. the Green Bay Packers). Check out my blog for more recipes: http://cheesecurdinparadise.blogspot.com/
favorite foods:
Blue cheese, roast chicken, apples and brats!!! :)
Sassy Stuffed Peppers
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I think everyone's mom or family member had a recipe for stuffed peppers they remember from their youth. Maybe not everyone feels this way, but I always loved stuffed peppers. This recipe is different than my Mother's, but still very very yummy. I mixed it up with a few green olives, paprika, and garlic. The peppers came out so yummy! I think that this will stay on rotation. Maybe with a little lamb and feta? Oh the possibilities. Enjoy!
Spinach and Artichoke Dip Crockpot Chicken
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I am a huge fan of spinach and artichoke dip! This recipe came about when I was trying to put together an orange sweet potato crockpot dish, and I forgot to buy sweet potatoes! I had to leave for work and had minutes to improvise. Grabbing what I had on hand I came up with this dish. I was rather nervous because the dish was thrown together so quickly. However, I was not disappointed- it was yummy! Ron loved the dish too. I guess sometimes favorites are created on the fly!
Mango Salsa
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We were on a much needed vacation the first part of May, in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. I have to say - I really did miss cooking! Anyways, I drank a lot of mango flavored cocktails in Mexico and was having a craving for mango about a week after I returned. I made this on Mothers Day, and it was very well received. Next time I am going to throw in a few strawberries. Enjoy!
Lighter General Tso's Chicken
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For the life of me I don't remember where i found this recipe. I usually am very good about writing that down, but not this time! I am pretty sure this is a WeightWatchers recipe, but-again- not positive. I love Chinese carry out. Yum. However, it can be really unhealthy. This recipe takes an old favorite, and lightens it up so you don't feel so guilty after eating it. I actually like the sauce more than I do at the restaurants. Most of the time the sauce is too sweet and omits the heat! This recipe give the heat and sweet, but not all the fat and calories. Enjoy!
Poached Salmon with Creamy Piccata Sauce
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Easy poached salmon is sophisticated with a creamy caper-and-lemon sauce. This is so yummy and very healthy. My family loved it! I found the recipe at eatingwell.com
Melon Salsa
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This is so good. I love playing with new salsa recipes for the summer! This one is great over grilled meat, or all alone!
Scrambled Eggs with Bacon and Blue Cheese
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Ahhh.... blue cheese. I love you. Wisconsin has been super hot this week! We wanted to grill this week, but it was a little too hot. I had a breakfast dish similar to this a few weeks ago, and decided that this was the perfect opportunity for "brinner". I love the combination of blue cheese and bacon. Throw in the eggs and this was delicious! Enjoy!
Kielbasa with Peppers, Onions, and Tomatoes
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This was a bit of a throw together meal the other night. I have had Kielbasa sitting in my freezer for awhile, and wasn't sure what to make! This dish came together great, and its really easy! I served it with a little rice, and a side of spinach. Enjoy!
Dulce De Leche
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This is one of my favorite things to make to give to friends during the holiday. This is a rich creamy caramel sauce that is positively addictive. My friend texted me to tell me she couldn't stop eating it. I assure you this is not a problem. it is a problem when it is gone- very sad. This is another example of "kitchen deceptions". This is the easiest thing to make- ever. There is one ingredient- well 3 if you count the pot and water... Make this and your friends will love you even more than they already do. I like to add a little spoonful on the of my apple pie- or even better- off a spoon directly out of the jar. Enjoy!
Grilled Key Lime Mustard Salmon
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Ron and I have been on a bit of a salmon kick the last few weeks. I love grilled salmon and am always trying to find new combinations for the grill. This may seems like an odd combo, but trust me, it is delicious. Neither the mustard or the lime are overpowering. Wisconsin is getting ready for another heat wave tomorrow, and we are getting our cooler packed to spend some time floating down the Wolf River. Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy the salmon!
Taco Burgers
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Happy Saturday! We really have been on a burger kick lately! However, most of our burgers have been a bit boring. I decided that we needed to spice up our buns with a taco burger. This is a super easy recipe and tastes great. We used salsa, guacamole, cheese, and sour cream but you can use any of your favorite taco toppings. (Visit my blog for my salsa, guac, and taco seasoning recipe)
Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
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I made this dish for Ron's sister Julie and her hubby Chad after they had little Drew. It looked so yummy Ron and I had to make it for ourselves. The picture does not do this casserole justice because it is so yummy! Enjoy!
Saucy Pork Chops
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I saw this recipe at Vintage Victuals, and it looked so yummy! The picture was not deceiving because it was delicious. I adjusted the ingredients a bit and used the crockpot, but kept that wonderful onion on the top! I served this with mashed potatoes and steamed green beans. We raved about this recipe and I am sure we will be making it again. Enjoy!
Peanut Butter Popcorn
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I saw this on www.tasteandtellblog.com and knew I had to try it. I always like to try new combinations of flavors. While some are awesome and some are not so awesome it is always fun to experiment. I really liked this recipe! I reminded me or caramel corn, but had a smooth peanut butter taste. Enjoy!
Oreo Truffles
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I have wanted to make these for awhile and decided to save the recipe for Christmas so I could share and wouldn\'t end up eating them all. I am not a huge chocolate person, but these are so yummy. In addition to being yummy, they are super easy to make and always a hit. Enjoy!
Tuscan Chicken Simmer
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I have been on a bit of a pesto kick lately. I found this recipe on the Kraft website and wanted to give it a try. I was really yummy. I liked the combination of pesto and tomato. Yum. It is super easy and quick- which is great for a weekend. I served the chicken with a little pasta, but you could sub in veggie, rice, or a nice salad. I also scaled down the amount of cheese topping (the original called for one cup) Enjoy!
Grilled Ribeye Steak with Onion-Blue Cheese Sauce
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I found this recipe on Pioneer Woman's website and made it for Valentine's Day. It is so wonderful. My guy said it was one of the best things I have cooked for him! Depending on the size of the steaks you can probably get more serving out of the sauce.
Grilled Lemon Sage Chicken Wrapped in Prosciutto
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Our new grill finally arrived! I was so excited I could barely contain myself. We have been grilling on this tiny little tailgating grill for the past year and a half. Heat control, warming rack, SPACE...ahhh...bliss. We had some friends over for dinner, and I needed a quick marinate. This turned out so good. The lemon with salt prosciutto is wonderful. Enjoy!
Roasted Lemony Teeny Tiny Potatoes
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Lemon goes great with a roasted potato. It looses the a lot of the tartness, but keeps a unique flavor. Almost making the potatoes refreshing! This is super easy. You can easily do this with a regular potato- or even a purple potato (how pretty). Enjoy!
Kale with White Beans & Italian Sausage
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I love rustic dishes, and I thought this was a perfect way to use the beautiful kale I just picked up. Kale is an awesome veggie, and full of great nutrients. A little italian sausage, a can of beans, and the dish grew from there. This is a quick meal that is packed with flavor and
Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Soup
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This a fantastic and comforting soup for a chilly winter night. I wanted to try making an enchilada soup, but have been getting home a little later these past few weeks. In comes the trusty crockpot! This soup turned out amazing. I love that it is a set it, and forget it soup- perfect for a weeknight. Enjoy!
Goat Cheese, Sweet Onion, Apple and Brandy Stuffed Chicken
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I love making different variations of stuffed chicken. This one was so yummy that I just had to share it with all of you.
Tortilla Crusted Pork Chops
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Do not let this picture deceive you. Trust me because these pork chops are fantastic. I was in a dinner rut last week, and had limited groceries on hand. After digging around my fridge I came up with this recipe. It was a big hit at our house. You could easily use potato chips or maybe BBQ kettle chips ... yum-yum... This is super easy weeknight meal. I served this with some greens and we were set with a delicious dinner. Enjoy!
Tuna Noodle Salad
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Earlier this week Ron and I were craving a cold pasta salad to go with the warm days. We recently made a chicken pesto salad and thought a retro tuna pasta salad would be perfect. I added a few different ingredients to break from the ultra traditional pasta salad. It was just what the doctor ordered! Next time I think a few dashes of curry powder would be a wonderful twist. Enjoy!
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ShoutBox all shouts
Beautiful Ashley & Ron! Just Gorgeous you two!
You should get some photographs of you cooking together in the kitchen!
Congratulations to the Happy Couple!
Fabulous and what is your Husband's name? Does he like to cook? Congratulations to you both!
