Monthly Archives: December 2010

Green Chile Con Carne

I talk a lot on this blog about cookbooks. I like old cookbooks, new cookbooks, expensive cookbooks, free cookbooks. Cookbooks with pictures, cookbooks in the back of small appliance manuals, cookbooks hand-made by family members, cookbooks with food splatters. I … Continue reading

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Twice-Baked Potatoes

For the last two years, the electrical division of Brett’s engineering firm has received a big bundle of four frozen filet mignons. Last year, I was slightly skeptical – until I opened the box and beheld four beautiful bacon-wrapped steaks, … Continue reading

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Roasted Red Potatoes with Garlic Herb Butter

Yes, you read that right. This is a long-time favorite side dish of ours, particularly with brown sugar meatloaf. I nearly always make these potatoes in the microwave since they take under 15 minutes, but last week I decided to … Continue reading

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Caramel Bars

Its been way too long! I’m officially moved into the new house, loving the new kitchen, and excited to continue posting new recipes! It’s holiday party time. Brett requested a dessert for his work holiday luncheon, and I happily obliged. … Continue reading

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Slow-Cooker Beef Brisket

I love a successful first attempt at a new dish or recipe. This week, success was mine: this was my first time making brisket and it turned out superb! I have very little experience shopping for or cooking many types … Continue reading

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Mexican Flatbread Pizza

Its been a great week of cookin’. My kitchen is a disaster – half packed and rearranged – but nevertheless, its been a great week of cookin’. On Sunday night, I actually made a beef brisket in the slow cooker; … Continue reading

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