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Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Wilted Spinach

By Ali | Published: February 20, 2013

As I have readily admitted, I am a big time kitchen slacker these days.  When I get my butt in there, I’m usually not in the mood for anything complicated or too fancy.  This side is super easy and delicious to boot.  The prep is easy and the clean up is minimal.  It goes wonderfully [...]

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Lamb with Indian Spices

By Ali | Published: October 3, 2012

When the weather is nice, we love to grill.  A frenched rack of lamb is a great stand by to keep in the freezer for nights when you’re in the mood to grill.  They are ready quickly and only require a simple rub to add some flavor.  Try this variation! you will need: ¼ cup [...]

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The Best Green Beans

By Ali | Published: August 11, 2012

Pardon my absence.  Needless to say, I’ve been neglecting the blog for the past week.  Here’s a snippet of what I’ve been up to: Remember when I told you about my cousin’s wedding shower?  Well, I’ve had the honor of making and assembling her wedding invitations.  It’s been really fun and I’m so excited with [...]

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Cinnamon Coconut Quinoa with Bananas

By Ali | Published: July 29, 2012

As soon as I saw this recipe for breakfast quinoa I’ve been wanting to make it.  I love quinoa, but I always make it with savory flavors.  This seemed like the perfect recipe to try with sweet flavors and to add to my breakfast rotation. While I couldn’t eat it every day, I really enjoyed [...]

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Bourbon-Bacon Baked Beans

By Ali | Published: July 13, 2012

How’s that title for alliteration? Yes, I’m a nerd…I used to be an English teacher, give me a break… I can always count on Jessica to do an awesome recipe round-up post around a few days before a holiday.  It’s always just the inspiration I need to jump start my menu planning.  When “stuff you can [...]

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Asparagus & Gruyere Tarts

By Ali | Published: June 14, 2012

I have shared with you all my absolute love of asparagus.  Well, news flash: I also LOVE balsamic anything and anything made with puff pastry.  I mean who doesn’t love puff pastry?!  When I saw these little gems on Joy’s blog, I swooned.  I happened to have everything in my house other than the pastry, [...]

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Potato Kugle

By Ali | Published: June 3, 2012

I’m always in the market for a good side dish.  And sometimes I get bored with traditional potato preparations.  This is one of Mama Cheater Bites favorites and super easy to make, so I’ve adopted it.  It’s really yummy along side some steak and a green salad. you will need: 2½ pounds yukon gold potatoes [...]

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Peanut Noodles with Edamame & Chicken

By Ali | Published: May 21, 2012

I have to say that one of my faults in the kitchen is that I rarely venture out from my comfort zone.  I usually stick with Italian, Mexican and maybe French cuisine.  I have always been hesitant to venture into the more Eastern flavors.  So when I came across this easy Asian inspired noodle dish [...]

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Duck Confit Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Rice

By Ali | Published: May 19, 2012

So you might think that duck confit sounds fancy…too fancy to buy or make anything with.  I assure you it is not too fancy…and by god, it’s good. D’Artagnan has these little legs of goodness for $8.99 a piece.  Steep, I know, but it’s worth it.  These tacos rock my socks off.  They were a [...]

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Asparagus-Pancetta Hash

By Ali | Published: April 26, 2012

I don’t believe that words can accurately describe my love of dinners that are all mashed up into one dish.  So any sort of hash just makes me weak in the knees…sometimes I find it odd the way I think about food… Anyway, this hash rocks.  It is the perfect springtime meal.  I love it [...]

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