Yearly Archives: 2008

Last night after dinner, my husband asked, “Where’s the Dessert?” I looked at him funny, and said, “There isn’t any!” I then proceeded to ask him, what he would have wanted. His response was this: “A nice fluffy Chocolate Mousse, with chopped Almonds & coconut on the top!” I just laughed at him. Tonight, he’s […]

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YOU WILL NEED: 1 loaf Italian or French bread, halved crosswise 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 cup shredded mozzarella (regular or part-skim) dried parsley flakes DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Brush olive oil all over bottom half of bread. Sprinkle garlic over oil. Top with cheese, […]

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This is a super easy main dish to prepare, after a hectic day. You can use left over chicken breasts from the night before, or buy the Rotisserie chicken in the grocery store. It’s easy & delicious. INGREDIENTS:  Cooking spray 12 ounces cooked chicken, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 3 cups) *Rotisserie Chicken works great […]

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This is a super easy main dish. Use Panko Crumbs for a crispier breading. YOU WILL NEED:  4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 pounds) 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 5 cups bread crumbs or cracker crumbs 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon dried thyme Freshly ground black pepper All-purpose flour, for dredging 6 large […]

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This recipe is similar to 7 layer bars or Magic cookie bars, with a twist. You mix Hershey’s cocoa with the graham cracker crumbs & the melted butter. You also use toffee bits & mini kisses on the top. Now, what can be better than that!!   Ingredients:  1 cup (2 sticks) butter or margarine […]

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We all love the traditional 7 layer dip, but this is a little different. It’s baked in the oven, so the cheese is hot & melted! YOU WILL NEED:  1 can (16 oz.) Refried Beans 1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained 1 package (1.25 oz.) Taco Seasoning Mix – Regular 1/2 cup sour cream […]

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This is by far my favorite soup! I got this recipe from a newspaper clipping…years ago, and never replaced it with another recipe yet! It is thick & creamy. Yesterday I posted my husband’s favorite Chicken Noodle soup, with home-made noodles. Before we know it, we will be faced with Cold days & chilly nights. […]

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I love pepperoni! I know that it isn’t very good for you, but sometimes you just throw caution to the wind, and repent & pay later! This recipe is from Guy Fieri, from Big Bites. The sauteed pepperoni & sausage is what gives this dish a kick. It’s a nice change from traditional lasagna.   […]

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Cold nights are soon coming, and we will be thinking about warm soups. My family loves HOME-MADE chicken noodle soup with homemade noodles. This soup is thick & creamy! I add the pictures to help you in the noodle making process, in case you’ve never tried your hand at making noodles before. Follow the pictures […]

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We all love Macaroni & Cheese…..especially when it’s not from a box! Here is a great recipe from Tyler’s Ultimate. It’s loaded with cheese & crispy bacon. You could also add diced smoked ham to this to make it a main dish. * YOU WILL NEED: 1 pound elbow macaroni 4 cups milk 1/4 tsp. […]

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  RASPBERRY PIE 1 recipe Graham Cracker Crust 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 pint whipping cream 1 recipe Raspberry Filling Prepare Graham Cracker Crust and refrigerate until firm. In a large bowl beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla. In a separate bowl whip the […]

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