Cheese

Ham and Broccoli Mac ‘n Cheese

February 7, 2013 Broccoli
Ham and Broccoli Mac

Homemade Mac ‘n cheese. It’s simply the best — creamy, savory, warm and filling, and oh so cheesy. What’s not to love? And the types of Mac ‘n cheese? The question is what CAN’T you do to Mac ‘n cheese? Lobster mac at the The Loft is famous locally, with an adoring fan following and a thumbs up [...]

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Saucy Italian Meatloaf

January 10, 2013 Beef
Saucy Italian Meatloaf -- Juggling With Julia

While I am definitely NOT Italian, most would certainly say I am saucy  That is why I am able to unabashedly tell you this is the BEST MEATLOAF EVER!!  Me, doing cartwheels over meatloaf? I never woulda thunk it, but here I am literally in awe over how good this turned out.  And it’s not just me this time; the [...]

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Breakfast Nachos!

November 30, 2012 10-minute Meal

There is certain things about me that will never change. My lifelong love for the color purple. My Harry Potter obsession. My commitment to all things volleyball. And my love for eggs. I love eggs in any shape or form, for any meal, and with any type of add-ins you can imagine. I love their simplicity, their no-nonsense [...]

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Bacon Cheddar Corn Bread and Blogging Blindly

October 17, 2012 Bacon

I don’t know if I’ve ever mentioned this before, but I’m really not much of a tech person. <——— don’t I look a wee bit befuddled here? Sure, I use a computer and iPhone every day. I can tweet, post, and pin with the best of them.  And, yes, I manage (just barely) an active blog.  But, I don’t [...]

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Zucchini Pepper Onion Frittata with Bacon

August 3, 2012 Bacon

Here comes the zucchini! We’ve got it rolling in from all directions. Now, hold on — don’t think for a second that any of it came from my garden. I’d love to grow my own vegetables, but I haven’t quite figured out how to work that particular desire into my juggling schedule, never mind how [...]

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Chicken and Red Pepper Bruschetta

July 17, 2012 Appetizers & Snacks

Good morning to all!!! Forgive the excitement, but I am coming off the most wonderful birthday yesterday, and still smiling inside and out. It was a day full of so many of my favorite things, and was made even more special because my husband manged to completely surprise me with a party with a few of [...]

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Chicken Burgers with Oven “Fried” Onion Rings and Smoky Beer Cheese Sauce

June 27, 2012 Burgers

Check out this pub-worthy, mouth-watering burger bonanza!! I’m not usually one to toot my own horn - BEEP BEEP - but I am truly amazed I pulled this off last night. THREE new recipes, all in the same meal? Motivated by pure desire and propelled by hunger, I decided to go for it. There’s only one good explanation as to [...]

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Chicken and Mushroom Alfredo

January 9, 2012 Cheese

Put that jar of alfredo sauce back on the shelf. In 30 minutes, you can cook yourself a much healthier, fresher and undoubtedly more delicious version. This recipe, adapted from Cooking Light, is sure-fire. I’ve made it to much acclaim at least 10 times.  The applause only comes from my kids, but I’ll take it, as they are my harshest [...]

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Creamy Potato and Chicken Soup

October 14, 2011 Cheese

The downside to a great vacation is the equally un-great return to Life As We Know It. Wednesday morning came far too soon, especially since we were still on California time.  Looming ahead of me was the usual post-vacation stuff – luggage to unpack, laundry to do, a cat to sedate (honestly, she was so happy to see us I [...]

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The Best Pizza Comes From Your Own Kitchen

June 27, 2011 Cheese

While many nutrition hobbyists have relegated pizza to junk food jail, most know it can be a quick and healthy meal when done with good sense.  Whole grain crust, lower fat cheeses, vegetables, and lean meats make for a balanced plate. There are endless flavor combinations, so it is easy to accommodate different tastes, even on [...]

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