In an attempt to get my kids eating chicken fingers (nuggets) that do not come from a box, I gave this healthier version a try. Mission accomplished. They are crispy and not spicy (my kids are not spice lovers) and are a cinch to make. Not to mention I had a cupboard full of partially filled cereal boxes from making…
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Golden Gate Grilled Cheese
With the very cold, very rainy, part snowy-sleeting weather going on outside, comfort food reigns supreme at the moment. The name of the sandwich caught my eye as we lived for years about 70 miles east of San Francisco. I was there as often as I could (which was never enough). San Francisco is truly one of the most beautiful…
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Fragrant Peanut-Lime Noodles
While I was staring aimlessly into the cupboard the other night, looking for my daily dinner inspiration, I came across four jars of peanut butter. I had crunchy, creamy, smooth and natural. The point was I needed to do something with them. Peanut butter and jelly wasn’t going to cut it, unless I wanted a mutiny on my hands. Since…
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Dark Chocolate Espresso Pudding with White Chocolate Whipped Cream
The beginning of a new year continually fills me with a sense of renewal, a longing to de-clutter my life and an overwhelming desire to live more simply. My effort and elbow grease spent on creating and implementing holiday meals are behind me now and it’s time to move forward with new plans, goals and ideas for the future. I…
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Rugelach
The dough is amazingly easy to work with and these were a cinch to put together. Of course my husband was the deciding vote, he said they were better than any his mother ever made. Wow! This recipe is a keeper and the pastry is just perfection. In the bowl of a stand mixer, blend butter, cream cheese and flour….
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How to Make a Cranberry Ice Luminaria
If you are looking for something special to line your walkway to greet your arriving guests or something unique to place on the table for your holiday celebration…look no further. This glowing parfait is made by alternating layers of cranberries and ice. Lucky you if you live somewhere where it is frozen outside, you won’t need any extra-space in your…
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How to Make a Wine Cork Christmas Tree
This whimsical tree is a clever way to use old wine corks. If you’re like me and can’t part with your old wine corks, then you probably have thousands of them filling up bowls around the house. This is easy to make with just a few supplies, fill your house with cheer and this fun decoration.

Quadruple Cheese Macaroni with Smokey Bacon
If decadence is not your thing…look away quickly. All I can say is, this is comfort food. Food that will take away all your worries, except that pesky waistline issue. If I am going to make homemade Mac n’ Cheese, it just has to be over the top, why bother otherwise. Using four kinds of cheese gives added complexity along…
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