Author Archives: Angie

Goulash

There’s something to be said about the types of food we eat given the weather outside. I’ve always been one who appreciates all four seasons; in part, because different food appeals to me at different times of the year. Take … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Cookies with Browned Butter Frosting

I know, I know. All things pumpkin were a few months back, and that’s when I made these, but maybe, just maybe you’re interested in a little something sweet to offset the New Year’s Resolution of more kale and greens. … Continue reading →

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Books of 2017 & My Top Three

I’ve always been an avid reader and ever since I decided to read a book a week back in 2014, I’ve kept a list of the books I’ve read for each year. For 2017, I mostly read what was available … Continue reading →

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Chicken Tetrazzini

Most week days the moment I walk in the door from work, the first words I hear are, “Mom, what’s for dinner? I’m hungry.” 85% of the time I’m prepared or have delegated dinner to Chris or the girls. The … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Chip Date Cake

This is another recipe pulled from the archives of my mother’s trusty recipe box. Like most recipes from mom, this one stems from my childhood. I’d never made it myself until this past summer when my parents were returning from … Continue reading →

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Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread

’tis the season of an overflowing abundance of zucchini. I like it sautéed, grilled, baked, etc. and then there’s always the stealthily hidden zucchini in baked goods, like this bread. I’ve found my bread turns out much better, i.e., cooked … Continue reading →

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Copycat Alice Springs Chicken – sort of

For years I ordered Alice Springs Chicken while at Outback Steakhouse (sans the mushrooms and honey mustard because that’s how I like it), but it’s so easy to make at home. Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 4 slices thick … Continue reading →

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Hot Ham & Swiss Croissant Sandwiches

When the girls are staying with my parents in Colorado, they always make sure to hit up a little French cafe in Colorado Springs. I’ve never been, but I’ve heard nothing but good things about it. After they first went, … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Cream Cake

98% of the time I buy strawberries, it’s for the sole purpose of having fresh fruit on hand. The other 2% of the time is because I want to bake with them. This was one of those times. Cool, creamy, … Continue reading →

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Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner

Let’s take a moment from food recipes and turn our attention to other kinds of recipes, shall we? My husband informed me a few years ago that I was becoming quite the granola. I’ve been known to make my own body … Continue reading →

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