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November 22, 2010 By Ali Leave a Comment

Thanksgiving is heading our way and visions of turkey and stuffing have already begun in our household. I deviated from my standard recipe to try this Tyler Florence dish and wow, I was shocked at how good it turned out. The cornbread might be my favorite part. Sweet, salty, just wonderful all around. The gravy you make from the drippings makes an ultra dark, sweet, flavorful gravy. I’d never tasted anything like it before. Happy cooking and Happy Thanksgiving! Maple-Roasted Turkey with Sage, Smoked Bacon,…

October 5, 2010 By Ali 1 Comment

There are two key features in these Lasagna Rolls, a recipe by Giada de Laurentiis, that I love. First, as the name suggests, the lasagna noodles are rolled making serving individual portions much easier (see picture below). Second, there are two sauces utilized. A creamy bechamel coats the bottom layer of the dish, with a hearty marinara on top.

January 7, 2010 By Ali 6 Comments

I can assure you, I am no cook. I mean, I do know how – like the basics – but I have no ideas and no motivation. Last week at a “mom’s-night-in” wine and dessert party at my friend Cassie’s house, some of the girls were giving me some much needed new (and much improved) ideas for dinner. Here is the most successful of them all: Tri-tip Wraps (yay!) Ingredients~ Tri tip steak (you could use any kind of red meat) package of Lavash bread…

November 19, 2009 By Desiree Fawn 6 Comments

As the holiday season approaches it’s time to start thinking about all of those fabulous dinner parties that you’ll either be attending or spearheading! In this four part series I’ll be sharing some dinner party must haves that are sure to help make these occasions extra special. Part 1 of this series is all about the dinner table — making it a welcome place to sit & converse, sip wine & make memories. 01. Reindeer place cards via JonNI

November 12, 2009 By Ali 10 Comments

Craving a taste of summer to brighten up boring winter dinners? I have got the perfect recipe for you! I have the secret for fast, delicious, homemade pizza. Forget making the dough from scratch. I’ve tried many times, and it was just never as good. Hop on over to a local pizza joint and buy pre-made pizza dough. I get mine from Papa Murphy’s. It comes ready to bake, all rolled out, and on its own baking sheet for $3 (for a large). Barbecued Chicken…

November 6, 2009 By Ali 9 Comments

Looking for a new twist on classic kids cuisine? Try out these kid approved Corndog Muffins. Utilizing cornbread mix makes them perfect for a mom on the go! You can serve these with a little yellow mustard or ketchup if you’d prefer. Enjoy! Corndog Muffins Makes 18 muffins 2 (8.5 ounce) packages cornbread mix 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups milk 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese 9 hot dogs, cut into chunks 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).…

October 25, 2009 By Ali 9 Comments

Here is a super yummy recipe adapted from one that my friend Kira gave to me, she calls it Tortilla Flats. Keep this one in mind when you are bringing a meal to a friend in need (new baby? new house? feeling under the weather?)