Monthly Archives: December 2011

Menu: 12/18-12/23

Posted on December 17, 2011 by

Can you even BELIEVE it’s almost Christmas? The older I get (blah!) the faster the time flies. I’m really looking forward to this week. I won’t be making too many meals at home but will be doing lots of baking … Continue reading →

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Ratatouille

Posted on December 16, 2011 by

A side dish so delicious they made a movie out of it! 🙂 Ok, now that I’ve got that out of my system. Let me tell you about this amazing side dish. I had a hard time convincing my husband … Continue reading →

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Rack of Lamb Provencal

Posted on December 14, 2011 by

There are few days I enjoyed more in class than the day my Chef announced we were making rack of lamb. Naturally I was REALLY excited. Finally all of those crazy expensive lab fees for class were paying off! In … Continue reading →

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DIY: Cafe Vienna Powdered Coffee Mix

Posted on December 12, 2011 by

Do you remember when those little red tins of Cafe Vienna coffee mixes first came out years ago and everyone used them? I have to admit I loved the stuff! My mother in law and husband first introduced me to … Continue reading →

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Menu: 12/11-12/17

Posted on December 10, 2011 by

Well it’s finally here! Finals week. Thank you Lord. Three weeks off from class and then I start my final semester of Culinary school. How exciting! Oh and my hubby has lost 32 lbs! I am so proud of him! … Continue reading →

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Chicken Shawarma

Posted on December 8, 2011 by

My husband and I could not stop praising this dish when we were eating it. As soon as the chicken hit the grill, the aroma was absolutely intoxicating. You could easily make this dish on a grill pan or in … Continue reading →

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Green Chile Enchiladas

Posted on December 6, 2011 by

I am a huge fan of Mexican food and LOVE enchiladas. Green Chile Enchiladas are for my absolute favorite. These enchiladas come together quick, especially if you are using leftover chicken. You could make the green chile sauce ahead of … Continue reading →

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