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Seared Scallops with White Wine
This recipe for seared scallops uses white wine for a delicate sauce that compliments the scallops beautifully. I love sea scallops. They are buttery and delicious and make a lovely dinner party or romantic meal choice. If you are looking for a tasty dinner recipe that will be on the table in a flash, look […]
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Roasted Red Baby Potatoes with Fresh Herbs
These roasted red baby potatoes have a great blend of fresh herbs for perfect seasoning. Roasted potatoes are so yummy and go well with just about any main course protein. The roasting process gives the potatoes a nice outside crispiness and a warm and tasty center. I have fresh herbs growing in my garden year […]
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Best Main Course Recipes – Hearty and Filling Meals
This round up features some of the best main course recipes for dinner. I have begun to notice that the majority of my recipes for this blog tend to end up as main courses. Sure, I love desserts just like anyone else does. But since I am normally watching my weight, I find that I’m […]
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Creamy Broccoli and Cheddar Casserole
This delicious recipe for creamy broccoli and cheddar casserole is a side dish that I serve often at Thanksgiving. It combines broccoli, cauliflower, and cheddar cheese with eggs for a rich and creamy taste that my family can’t resist. Broccoli is the perfect vegetable to use in this dish. It has a mild flavor on […]
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Turkey Stir Fry with Fresh Vegetables
Throw away that take out Chinese Menu. I have a tasty, and easy recipe for Turkey stir fry with mixed vegetables that will make your favorite take out a thing of the past. I used to think that Chinese takeaway only came from a Chinese restaurant. This recipe shows me that this doesn’t have to […]
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Crock Pot Taco Chili – Hearty Week End Meal
This recipe for Crock Pot Taco Chili is delicious and simple to make as well. There is nothing quite like lounging around on a lazy Sunday and then ending your day with crock pot recipes that have been simmering all day. A slow cooker is one of the best kitchen helpers out there. It allows you […]
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Beef Stew with Root vegetables
This beef stew with root vegetables is one of my favorite crock pot recipes. It has a rich gravy and the most tender beef ever! Many people enjoy stews in the fall when the weather is cooler, but I enjoy them all year round. My main reason is because I can cook them in my […]
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Homemade Garlic Bread with Basil and Parsley – Perfect Side Dish
Homemade Garlic bread is a must have accompaniment to many main course dishes. This recipe combines butter with basil and parsley for a great taste sensation. There are so many ways to use this homemade garlic bread recipe. Serve it with home style soups or stews to get that last drop of broth. And what […]
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Pestiños – Traditional Spanish Cookies with a Wine and Cinnamon Flavor
These Pestiños pastries are flavored with citrus, wine and cinnamon. If you are looking for something special to take to a cookie swap, this recipe will delight the party guests with their delicate texture. Pestiños are a Spanish cookie from Andalusia and other regions of Southern Spain. They are often served at Christmas time, but […]
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Butterscotch Balls with Rum and Chocolate
These delicious chocolate and rum butterscotch balls are bite sized and just full of flavor. These yummy butterscotch balls are very easy to make and delicious to eat. The recipe combines dark chocolate, dark brown sugar and walnuts together with a few other pantry staples. I love a sweet treat this is just a […]
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That’s a Cake? Cakes that don’t look like Food
Cakes that don’t look like food always surprise me when I see them. I spent a short period of my life, when my daughter was young decorating cakes. I had a set of Wilton cake decorating tips and a few magazines and made a fancy cake each year for her birthday. But never once did […]
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Cheesecake Recipe Roundup – The best of the best
What is not to like about cheesecake recipes? Here is a cheesecake recipe roundup to tempt all taste buds. Cheesecake recipes are rich and indulgent. They are the ultimate dessert to end any special occasion meal. These recipes can be made with so many different ingredients and is sure to please the most critical sweet […]
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Black bean Salsa with Corn and Tomatoes
This black bean salsa is a nice change from the regular bottled salsa and is much more hearty. We have tacos and burritos a lot at my house. Most of the time, we use traditional toppings and sides. Today I decided to make a special salsa to go along with the tacos. They pair together […]
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Roasted Potatoes with Spices and Lemon
These roasted potatoes with lemon are cooked in the oven, not deep fried, to make them tasty and healthier at the same time. Roasting any vegetable brings out their natural sweetness. I love roasted potatoes. There is nothing like biting into a crispy outer skin and then having a creamy center surprise. Roasted Potatoes with […]
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Pizza Roll up with Spicy Chicken – Easy Week Night Meal
If you are looking for an easy weeknight meal , this pizza roll up recipe is a great option. The recipe combines chicken with spicy sauce in a refrigerated dough. It’s kind of like a pizza in a pocket. All the flavors combine to make a delicious filling that tastes amazing. Pizza Roll up with […]
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Sugar Snap Pea Stir Fry with Mushrooms and Tomatoes in Wine
This recipe for sugar snap peas, mushrooms and tomatoes is easy to make and just full of flavor. It would make a fast side dish for any weeknight when time is limited. Best of all, the ingredients are fresh from the garden! What could be better? Nothing tastes quite like a vegetable dish made from […]
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Margarita steaks with cilantro and Lime
Even though Labor day has come and gone, you can still grill. We do it most weekends here in NC, all year long. These Margarita steaks will be perfect for the barbecue. My husband is the grill master at our house, but he counts on me to come up with something to season or marinate […]
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Roasted Rutabaga – Bring out the Sweetness of Root Veggies
I recently tried this roasted rutabaga recipe and it is just delicious and makes a wonderful fall side dish. I have always used rutabagas in casseroles and stews. I like using lots of root vegetables in recipes like this type of recipe. Roasting rutabagas concentrate the natural sweetness of the vegetable. This is the same […]
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Creamy Garlic Pasta with Broccoli
This creamy garlic pasta is an adaptation of the higher fat recipe that contains full cream and butter. I have made some substitutions so that the fat content is reduced but the flavor is still great. I’ve added broccoli to the recipe because I love pasta dishes with broccoli. Any veggie you like could be […]
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Vegetable Manicotti – Healthy Italian Main Course Recipe
This vegetable manicotti is loaded with the fresh taste of lots of vegetables but has a richness from the sauce and cheese that will delight even meat eaters. Manicotti is pasta in the shape of tubes. These large tubes are just waiting for all types of fillings to make them more tasty! Today, we’ll be […]
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Basic Cheese Quiche – A Hearty Main Course Delight
This basic cheese quiche is so easy to make, there is no reason to buy store bought versions of it. As a bonus, you get all the goodness of home made without any of the chemicals of retail convenience food. A quiche is an egg-based dish that has been cooked in a pie crust. It […]
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Ground Beef Manicotti – Hearty Italian Main Course Recipe
This ground beef Manicotti adds a nice mix to the normal manicotti recipe with just beef and ricotta cheese. It is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables and not complain. The whole dish is topped with store bought Italian sauce to save on time and then sprinkled with your favorite cheese. […]
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Greek Salad with Kalamata Olives and Goat Cheese
This tasty Greek Salad combines tomatoes, green peppers and cucumbers in a tangy lemon and olive oil dressing. It is a great addition to my collection of Mediterranean recipes. The flavors are delightful and combine creamy goat cheese and kalamata olives for a nice change. It makes a great side dish for any protein. Mediterranean […]
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Lemon Garlic Broccoli – Tasty Side Dish
This easy Lemon Garlic Broccoli is a great go to recipe to make on those busy week nights when you are strapped for time. Looking for an easy side dish that will compliment any protein choice? This tasty recipe is perfect for the job. My family loves vegetables and it’s nice to try new ways […]
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Portobello Mushrooms Stuffed with Laughing Cow Cheese
I really love stuffed portobello mushrooms. They are so creamy, warm and delicious. I am always looking for new ideas on how to prepare them. We often have meatless Mondays at our house and this is a recipe that I make often. This idea for using Laughing Cow cheese came to me in my sleep […]
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Tikka Masala Curry with Canneloni Beans and Cashews
If you are a fan of Indian cooking, you will love this tikka masala curry. It is not too spicy and just full of flavor. My husband and I love Indian curry and we love to eat this when we go out to our favorite Indian restaurants. Here in Raleigh, Indian restaurants seem to be […]