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There are few things I love more than a cheesy cracker. But I have such a hard time eating them because of all the un-pronounceable ingredients. No more, my friends. 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 tbsp cold butter, cut into … Continue reading →

Wasn’t Fat Tuesday like months and months ago? *hangs head in shame* 4 tbsp butter 1/2 cup flour 2 cups chicken broth 2 green peppers, diced 1 onion, diced 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1/2 cup fresh minced parsley … Continue reading →

I remember a trip to the beach where we ate this almost every day for lunch. It’s just an easy lunch sandwich spread. And so tasty. 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 medium jar of olives 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped … Continue reading →

I don’t like mayo. At all. But for chicken salad, it’s a necessary evil. And I feel better about it if I make it myself. 2 egg yolks 1/2 tsp dried mustard 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 1/2 tsp balsamic … Continue reading →

6 pound leg of lamb 2 tbsp dried rosemary salt and pepper 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups white wine Preheat oven to 450. Heat Dutch oven over medium heat. Season one side of lamb with salt, pepper, and half … Continue reading →

The bread-making spree continues! 3 tbsp warm water (105*-115*) 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast 1 tsp sugar 1 cup warm milk (105*-115*) 5 tbsp butter, melted 3 tbsp sugar 1 egg 1 tsp salt 3 1/2 – 4 cups … Continue reading →

This was really yummy. And dangerous. Nate asked if he could take the leftover fruit to work to snack on. I had to tell him no. 1 bottle white wine 1/2 cup vanilla rum 2 tbsp sugar 1 pear, thinly … Continue reading →

One of the drinks I served at Easter dinner. We used our Iced Tea Maker and used the loose tea and dried lavender inside a coffee filter. Maybe next time I’ll actually make my own lemonade. I was just too … Continue reading →

I had all the fixins for pizza but wanted something different. So I got a little…adventurous. And other than the two ends, I was very pleased. (Again, though, not pleased with the artificial lighting. Ugh.) 1 pizza crust 1/4 cup … Continue reading →

I had a rotten day today. I’ve felt physically off the last few days. And I don’t think the rain is ever gonna stop. So I found a recipe on tastespotting today and made a few changes… 1 lb. cavatappi … Continue reading →