As I mentioned in one of my recent posts, I knew Kurt was craving RED MEAT. “I can only do poultry for so many days in a row” is the underlying message to “Is that the last of the turkey dishes?” Continue reading
Category Archives: Baked Goods
My “Make-It-All-From-Scratch” Middle Eastern Meal
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Recipe Testing for You and Me: Make-It-Your-Own Turkey Pasta Dish and Ritz Crackers
I was all set to make turkey tamales today; I use the Alton Brown recipe, but I’m hoping one day my sister’s good friend Mariela will show me how to make them authentically. I had already determined that Continue reading
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A laid-back Thanksgiving with Grace
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Moms’ Dinner Night Still Going Strong as We Reach Our First Year!
On the second Saturday of the month, I host a Moms’ Dinner. The event fulfills so many of my passions– entertaining my friends, planning meals and of course, cooking. (I’m not joking about my passion for entertaining; Kurt went along– or maybe I dragged him– with an entire first floor renovation where we switched around rooms so I could bring in Continue reading
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My new role as “Volunteer Mommy” and the Ultimate Scone
After a year of getting used to Kurt’s kidney, I decided I would become more involved with Ken’s middle school and I put my name on the volunteer list the PTA had set out at their table on Back To School Night. Previously, I’ve been a “how much do I write the check for?” kind of supporter, Continue reading
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a cougar in the kitchen 