Fresh sliced carrots braised on top of the stove in some butter; then sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese. Carrots are one of my favorite vegetables. And just like green beans, we eat them at least once per week with our meals. I usually purchase the baby carrots that are already peeled and cut smaller. Then, I either steam them or…
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Portuguese Spaghetti Squash Casserole made with chourico, black beans, corn and fire roasted tomatoes topped with shredded Pepper Jack Cheese. My family loves two things: spaghetti squash and chourico. I can’t believe I haven’t tried combining the two before because this Portuguese Spaghetti Squash Casserole was AMAZING! Thanksgiving is coming and for us that means it’s almost time for Portuguese…
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Cavatelli and Broccoli is a classic Italian pasta dish made with an eggless pasta, fresh broccoli and roasted garlic. One of our favorite meals is Cavatelli and Broccoli, but when I looked back I realized I never shared the recipe. Big OOPS! It’s one of those meals that is super easy to make, doesn’t require a lot of ingredients and…
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Fresh sweet potatoes layered with bananas, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and orange juice is a delicious Fall side dish. Years ago I had copied a recipe down from my mother called Sweet Potato Banana Casserole. She had found it in a magazine back in the 80’s and for the life of me I can’t find it anywhere! A few years…
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Homemade granola bars made with oats, dried plums, pecans, honey and white chocolate chips make a tasty snack. Did you know that oatmeal is full of fiber which helps you stay fuller longer? Oatmeal makes a great breakfast or snack to help fuel your day, like these Plum, Pecan and White Chocolate Granola Bars. When my kids were young, they…
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