Money Matters: Shrimp Fajita Pasta

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I’ve been feeling as though I’m in a vegetable depression. Other than asparagus, this time of year is spent waiting for all the best of produce to come into season. And even asparagus, that I love so much…especially grilled, has taken a back seat as the weather temperatures regressed back into into the 40′s and… Read more →

Pasta with Brussels Sprouts, Gorgonzola & Pecans + more giveaways!

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Okay, first things first. You all melted my heart to mush with all your kind words on my big blogging milestone. Yesterday was really special…thank you. Lots and lots! To keep the good times rollin’, I bring you a pasta recipe that won over my entire family. My dad didn’t complain about the garlic. My husband… Read more →

Carrot Cake Pancakes with Cream Cheese Glaze

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Does anyone else watch Army Wives? It’s a pretty decent show on Lifetime that airs Sunday nights. It’s about army families and specifically about the wives who have close knit relationships with one another. One of the main characters, Claudia Joy, was diagnosed last season with type 2 diabetes. She began on insulin injections and… Read more →

Money Matters: Pea and Pesto Risotto + Weekly Menu

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Happy Easter! I toyed with not posting today as many will probably be spending time with their families, conversing over a large spread of Easter food…but this recipe seemed all too fitting for the occasion. It was its pretty green colors and simple, fresh ingredients perfectly representing spring…as well as the thought that my mom… Read more →

Chickpea Biryani

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I’ve mentioned it — my parents are coming for the weekend. My brother was supposed to tag along, but he bowed out. Typical. He said it was something about school and a presentation and fine, I guess I’ll give him a pass this time. But I am a little bummed — he loves to wrestle… Read more →