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A New Week: International Day And Cabbage Rolls

Last week was a bust for blogging and activities of daily living.  Continue reading

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Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca

Way back in my family line, there must have been an Italian explorer who made it to the Philippines and settled into the island life.  Continue reading

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Locavore Cooking: Braised Beef Shanks, Osso-Buco Style with Gremolata

My husband Kurt and I like to support the local farming community.  Continue reading

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Soup Series A: Crockpot Recipe #3 – Fish Chowder (The Finale)

This morning I asked Ken if he wanted a turkey or ham sandwich for lunch; he normally eats beef bologna, but we were out. Continue reading

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Soup Series A: Crockpot Cassoulet Soup

I absolutely love cassoulet– a flavorful French stew made from duck confit, garlic sausage, pork and/or lamb, bacon and white beans.  Continue reading

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Italian Chicken with Sweet Peppers and Israeli Couscous

Going back through my freezer, I found a pack of bone-in chicken thighs; I also had a big pack of sweet peppers that I was pretty sure wouldn’t make it to Friday, despite my best attempts to pack them into lunches.  It was time for another kitchen experiment!  Continue reading

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