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Any meal is made more special with the addition of the perfect mashed potatoes. They seem to scream comfort food! Mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. We all love them, don’t we?  I get asked often for cooking tips, but when people taste my mashed potatoes, they always want to know my tip for …

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Feeling cold and not too motivated? So are my friends in the Facebook group called The Garden Charmers.    This is a talented group of cooking, gardening and DIY ladies who love to blog and also love to share and promoted each others content.  We were recently discussing how to beat the cold temperature.  We decided …

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I make crock pot recipes all during the year, but winter is when it really gets a lot of use.  There is nothing like a rich casserole or stew, or soup to warm up cold winter evenings. This crock pot pork cacciatore is a full flavored Italian recipe that is really easy to make. Crock Pot …

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 This recipe for roasted butternut squash is just delicious. It combines the richness and sweetness of butternut squash with a wonderful Moroccan spice mix, for a taste sensation. My garden had a huge harvest of butternut pumpkin this year. I particularly like growing this type of squash because it is known to be a variety …

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This recipe for Thai Vegetable Rice makes a great dish for oriental inspired main courses.  It has a nice mix of veggies and the chopped peanuts over the top give it the distinct Thai flavor. The recipe is fast and easy to do.  You can use either leftover white rice or brown rice if you …

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This focaccia chicken sandwich reminds me a little bit of Italy.  It combines fresh mozzarella cheese with roasted red peppers, avocado, and a creamy basil pesto. Avocado and tomato slices add more nutritious goodness to the sandwich. Serve with a side of sweet potato fries and a fresh dill pickle and you will think you …

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This round up features some of the best main course recipes for dinner. I have begun to notice that the majority of my recipes for this blog tend to end up as main courses.  Sure, I love desserts just like anyone else does.  But since I am normally watching my weight, I find that I’m …

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Homemade Garlic bread is a must have accompaniment to many main course dishes. This recipe combines butter with basil and parsley for a great taste sensation. There are so many ways to use this homemade garlic bread recipe.  Serve it with home style soups or stews to get that last drop of broth. And what …

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This easy lemon garlic broccoli is a great go-to recipe to make on those busy week nights when you are strapped for time. Are you looking for an easy side dish that will compliment any protein choice? This tasty recipe is perfect for the job. My family loves vegetables and it’s nice to try new …

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Looking for a delicious and healthy vegetarian penne pasta recipe? Look no further than this creamy veggie penne dish! It’s made with whole wheat pasta, juicy tomatoes, and reduced-fat cheese plus some crunchy pecans for added texture. It’s a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners, and it’s sure to become …

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This Thai peanut stir fry has a boatload of veggies to add lots of flavor and nutrition to your dinner meal. Team this vegan stir fry with freshly cooked brown rice, flavored with cumin, spring onions and raisins and you will tempt even the most meat loving family member. Be sure to make extra rice. …

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