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Welcome to my recipe index where I share my families most favorite meals. Most of these recipes are just so darn tasty that I have repeated them enough times that I discovered where to cut corners, making convenient substitutions that allow me to get dinner served in less than an hour and some in under 30 minutes.

Dec 16, 20182 min read

Mexican Chicken Soup

As with most cultural recipes, the variations of recipes from family to family can differ significantly. This version of Mexican Chicken...

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Dec 9, 20183 min read

Homemade Stock

I never run out of the versatile Better than Bouillon in both beef and chicken flavors. The organic roasted chicken base can be mixed...

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Dec 2, 20182 min read

Steak and Feta Bowl

This Steak and Feta Bowl with Tahini Cilantro Dressing sounds like something an eccentric world traveler would eat on the regular. I...

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Nov 26, 20183 min read

Reinventing Leftover Turkey

Following Thanksgiving, you may have lots of leftover turkey, and I have eight clever ways to share with you to reinvent those delicious...

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Sep 23, 20182 min read

Skirt Steak with Chimichurri and Carrot Hash

This combination of seared skirt steak on top of carrots with a spicy dressing has appeared on my menu wall too many times to count...

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Aug 16, 20182 min read

Italian Pasta, Greens, and Beans

There are a lot of textures in this pasta dish, which makes it a delight to devour. Frying the fresh Rosemary first, not only infuses the...

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Jul 8, 20182 min read

Garlic and Dill Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Blistered Tomatoes, Lentils and Arugula Salad

This recipe is perfect for Spring and comes together pretty fast and with little effort. For me, a fast and easy recipe this good...

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Jun 23, 20183 min read

Chicken Cacciatore

When Jim and I first met, I started gathering simple recipes to cook for us. Chicken Cacciatore made the early list. It was so easy that...

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May 27, 20182 min read

Avocado Toast with Jammy Egg

Avocado toast is a thing. I don't remember how long ago it was when I first heard about it, but I could not understand what the fuss was...

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May 24, 20181 min read

Restaurant Style Salsa

The best restaurant style salsa has just enough heat to keep you going back for more. It has texture without being too chunky and strikes...

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May 22, 20182 min read

Briney Salmon and Tomato Pasta Salad

Can you call something a salad if it doesn't have greens in it? After making this Warm Couscous and Salmon Salad, I got to thinking what...

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May 16, 20182 min read

Orange Beef and Snap Pea Stir Fry

The flavors in this Orange Beef and Snap Pea Stir Fry are so big, bright and spicy sweet. The honey helps to caramelize the beef, while...

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May 15, 20182 min read

Thai Chicken and Sweet Potato Soup

Making this Thai Chicken and Sweet Potato Soup on a weeknight is speedy when you take smart shortcuts. Yes, you could buy a laundry list...

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May 13, 20184 min read

Simple Filet Mignon with Wedge Salad

This should really be two recipe posts because knowing how to craft and serve a perfectly seared Steakhouse filet mignon is a fine skill...

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Apr 28, 20182 min read

Salmon with Pea Pesto

This photogenic dish has appeared on the menu of my last two Supper Clubs and for good reason. I can literally make this from start to...

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Apr 24, 20182 min read

Linguine with Shellfish

I am so happy to share this recipe for a seafood pasta dish that tastes like it came from a fine dining restaurant. This pasta dish is...

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Apr 11, 20182 min read

Charred Green Beans

You may be thinking this does not look or sound that exciting but you would be so very wrong. The green beans are tossed with red bell...

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Apr 3, 20182 min read

Polynesian Salmon

We eat salmon every Monday night and I while I try to remake salmon "new" every week I keep going back to this winning combo of flavors....

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Apr 2, 20182 min read

Perfect Vinaigrette

Most of us need to eat more greens, and it is much easier when you dress your greens with this perfectly simple salad dressing. The best...

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Mar 30, 20182 min read

Gnocchi with Butternut Squash & Kale

Gnocchi with Butternut Squash and Kale is hands down one of our favorite meatless meals that I make on a regular basis. This gnocchi dish...

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