Saucy Italian “Drunken” Noodles + Weekly Menu

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I spent most of yesterday in the kitchen. I sampled some cookies and went for a run. In other words, it was a glorious day! The past few weeks have been so busy at work. At work, we are {finally} transitioning to electronic medical records…and that, is no small task. The amount of training…and preparation…and… Read more →

Pepperoni Pizza Quesadillas + Weekly Menu

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I thought spring had sprung, but maybe not yet. Here in Chicago this weekend, the river is green and the traffic was horrendous. St. Patty’s Day is a rather large celebration in this fine city. As it would end up, the sore throat I’ve been fighting for days continues to get worse and worse and… Read more →

Sesame-Orange Shrimp + Weekly Menu

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My boss’s birthday was yesterday and on Friday evening, there was a birthday shindig at his house. Knowing how neurotic he is about tidiness and “everything has its place” mentality, I think most people were beyond curious to see what his house was like. I’ll say this much: his suits are hung 2 inches apart… Read more →

Money Matters: Fettuccine with Tomato-Cream Sauce + Weekly Menu

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I am not a name-brand shopper (unless we’re talking about purses). As a coupon novice, I’ve learned a thing or two couponing my way through one of my new favorite stores – Kohl’s. I’m sure most women have or will find themselves in the “young adult” clothing predicament where the ladies sections may be too… Read more →

Salted Caramel Brownies + Weekly Menu

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Food and nutrition is truly a science. On my way over to Chicago on Friday, I saw a billboard that caught my eye. It said, “Obesity is a disease, not a decision.” I can definitely get behind this (for the most part) and the science being done in response to the obesity epidemic is truly… Read more →