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This is my new favorite, quick and easy snack or side dish. This couscous salad is packed with bright flavors from the lemon, basil and fresh vegetables. It’s also light and refreshing, perfect for these warm days ahead of us. Plus it keeps for awhile, so you can prepare it ahead of time for parties. [...]
I love mashed potatoes. Love love love love them. Heck, I’m so in love with mashed potatoes that I would marry them if it were legal in this state. Hi, I’m Mrs. Mashed Potatoes. How are you doing today? Unfortunately, like many foods that I love, mashed potatoes are not very health conscious. Especially after [...]
Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day. Are you making anything for your sweetie? Our Valentine’s Day tradition between my Mister and some of my friends is to attend some sort of violent sport each year. For some reason I always feel compelled to celebrate this Hallmark day even though I don’t consider myself a mushy romantic. A [...]
Mister and I have a heck of a time cooking brown rice. It seems like every time we follow the package directions to a tee, our rice always turns out crunchy. We’ve compensated by adding more water to the pot but we still can’t seem to find the perfect combination. Now, I may be the [...]
On days when it snows I want a few different things: Cozy PJs A warm drink A hot, filling meal A wood burning fire (optional) Macaroni and cheese definitely fits the bill for a hot, filling meal. Emeril’s mac and cheese is an expensive macaroni and cheese overall but it is one of the richest [...]
I have to say, squash can seem like an intimidating vegetable. It’s big and awkward and has a tough outer shell. Have no fear though because cooking a squash is super simple. Just put it on a cookie sheet, stab it a few times with your favorite knife and pop it in the oven. Wham, [...]
Good morning and happy Monday to you! What better way to start the work week with a recipe that calls for bacon. Yes you are absolutely right, this is not a breakfast recipe. As far as I see it, bacon should be enjoyed during all times of the day. Over the last couple of years [...]
The first time I met my Mister’s family was a bit of a stressful experience for everyone. His sister was in the middle of planning her wedding and family members flew in from New York to lend a hand and attend the festivities. Somehow we started talking about the celebrated New York State Fair. Of [...]
I recently ordered a fresh pack of canning jars and I could not wait to break into them! I squealed like a little girl when Mister brought them into the apartment. I was finally going to pickle something! Now, I’m not anti-pickling or anything. I understand that pickling is fairly simple (vinegar, sugar and various [...]
What can I say about mashed potatoes? Besides that they are buttery, delicious, soul-warming, a holiday favorite and really pick me up when I’m having “one of those days.” Other than that, there really isn’t much to say about mashed potatoes. My mashed potato recipe is based on many tips from many different potato experts. [...]
I know it’s a little early in the year to think about stuffing and the holidays, but with the apple harvest I was craving those warm apple and sage flavors. I couldn’t help myself, I was giddy with apple-stars in my eyes! Growing up in Wisconsin, the apple harvest was one of my favorite times [...]
Summer is great because the corn harvest is sweet and cheap. I’ve cooked my corn many ways – in the husk, without it, on the grill, in my oven, in a pot… I love it all. One thing is certain though, you must, I repeat MUST soak your corn in water with a bit of [...]
Hello! My name is Nicole. I'm a blogger, a sports fan and a bacon activist. When I'm not making a huge mess in the kitchen, I am leaving my mark outside or gaming with my Mister. Read more...
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