Ravioli with Sun Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
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I’m already seeking out ideas for next Halloween, so I’d love to know: what was the best costume you saw this past weekend? I saw a lot of good ones, but my personal favorites were (in order of creativity): a psychotic ballerina (aka, The Black Swan), a hilarious husband /wife punk rocker duo, and a pair of Angry Birds. I also have to “credit” my friend Liz who dressed in a toga and laurel wreath and walked around all night tossing fake paper money all over the place. Can you guess what she was? Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Cheese, easy, fast, kid friendly, meatless, pasta, ravioli, tomatoes, weeknight | 8 Comments »
Quick Chicken Pomodoro
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I had the best time at the Mequon store this morning! The girls in the floral department were working like mad to unpack and display all manner of Christmas decorations. At first glance I groaned to myself — Christmas already?! — but the closer I got, the more exciting it all became — I didn’t want to get in anyone’s way, but I’m a sucker for the scent of evergreen so I plowed right on in there (not with my cart of course). I really have to say, Margaret and her buying crew have hit it out of the park this year! No matter what your holiday decorating style might be, there seems to be a ‘themed tree’ for everyone – and somehow several ornaments found their way into my cart (including a sparkly DamDog lookalike that I love!). Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: chicken, easy, kid friendly, pasta, quick, tomatoes, weeknight | No Comments »
Butternut Squash & Leek Soup
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I was channel surfing this morning as I was prepped the ingredients for this soup. My viewing choices were narrowed down to several contenders – Sunday night’s episode of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills on the dvr, and Squawk on the Street was on CNBC. I almost settled on Camille Grammar and her gang, but I made a last minute decision to listen to a documentary about John Carpenter and the making of the original Halloween movie while I cooked. Squash soup and Michael Myers …. oh yes, fall is here. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: butternut squash, easy, entertaining, first course, gluten free, soup | No Comments »
Turkey Bolognese over Pasta or Gnocchi
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We had the labor intensive chore honor of hosting the varsity boys and girls cross country team dinner here this past Friday night. No Thank You Boy asked me if I would please forfeit my turn at hosting; I declined. I’m not sure what he thought I was going to do (burp out loud) or wear (mom jeans) or serve (beanie weenies) that would embarrass him in front of his team mates. Suffice it to say, it all went well and I don’t even think he ended up all that horrified by my outfit, food, or behavior. Good thing my dorky mom jeans were in the wash I guess, LOL. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: easy, main dish, pasta, quick, weeknight | No Comments »
Recipe Revisit: Southeast Asian Style Pork Chops with Jasmine Rice and Carrot Slaw
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You might recognize this recipe — if you’ve been reading this blog for more than two years, that is – and by now you know I wouldn’t hit you with a re-run if it wasn’t something I really, really liked. It was absolutely my intention to share a new recipe today. But I stumbled upon this one and I couldn’t resist making it again!
For the record, I DID make a brand new recipe last night and it was awesome. It involves ravioli and a sundried tomato cream sauce. And it’s LIGHT! But I’m not sharing that here today. Tune in next time ravioli go on sale, LOL.
Take advantage of both the great price on boneless pork chops ($2.49 per pound!) and the gorgeous grilling weather and try these chops sometime this week! 
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Tags: carrots, easy, grilling, pork chops, rice, salads | 2 Comments »
Easy Jambalaya
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Here’s a simple one-pot dinner – the perfect meal for a busy school night. I think it tastes far more complex than the amount of work required to pull it together, and I’m also of the opinion that (like many things), it gets better the longer it sits. My kitchen smells so good right now! Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Cajun, easy, economical, fast, one pot meal, rice, sausage | No Comments »
Chicken Spaghetti
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…..or “What to do with a $4.99 rotisserie chicken”. I’m following up last week’s Chili Corn Chip Pie with more hungry people food. No froo-froo cuisine here today…my hangry (yes, hANGry) adolescents are not fans of froofy food. Hearty chicken spaghetti, however? Now we’re talking. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: casserole, chicken, easy, hearty, make ahead | No Comments »
Chili-Corn Chip “Pie”
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Disclaimer: this here is hungry people food, and is not meant to be the type of dish to impress your boss or the queen of England should they be coming to dinner. However, if your dining companions are ravenous teenagers, today’s recipe is custom made for YOU! Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: beef, Cheese, easy, kid friendly, light, quick, Tex Mex, tomatoes | No Comments »
Spinach, Pasta, and Chickpea Soup
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I was so excited when my new issue of Cooking Light turned up in my mailbox on Friday afternoon. I should take a picture to show you what I’ve done to it already – I’ve got the whole thing fringed in lime green Post-It notes, marking all the awesome looking recipes I can’t wait to try. Read the rest of this entry »
Potatoes Stuffed with Brie and Ham
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The DamFam is in the throes of cross country season and this season I have three (count ‘em!) THREE runners. If you didn’t know this already, the way to a cross country runner’s heart is through his/her stomach. These kids (like most athletes) hold carbs in high esteem. And I’d be lying if I said it’s not a daily challenge to keep the pantry and fridge stocked with foods that hungry runners like to eat. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: brie, Cheese, easy, gluten free, potatoes | 5 Comments »
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