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Perfect Pizza Dough – every time!

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This is the best pizza dough. It comes out perfect each and every time. It also makes a delicious flatbread, just roll it super thin. Pizza Dough INGREDIENTS 1 cup warm water 2 ½ teaspoons dry active yeast 1 Tablespoon … Continue reading

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Scallops with Lemon Beurre Blanc Sauce

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I am such a seafood lover. Making scallops is easy and quick. They cook fast! That’s just one of the beautiful things about them. Scallops are definitely one of my favorites. I especially enjoy them with this light sauce, which … Continue reading

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Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

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Pineapple Upside Down Cake is a favorite of my boyfriend, Billy. I wanted to make it for him, but I didn’t want to be tempted with a whole cake waiting in the kitchen to be consumed…. Instead I only made … Continue reading

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Grapefruit Pie with Coconut Meringue Crust

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I absolutely love the flavor of this pie. The grapefruit makes the filling not too sweet. After making this pie I realized that the crust would actually make perfect little meringue kisses. So, I’m going to give them a try … Continue reading

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Raspberry Cream Pie with Chocolate Ganache

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I was on a mission for something chocolate, but wasn’t sure what to make? I searched the kitchen for inspiration. That’s when I saw the unopened jar of seedless raspberry jam. Yum… raspberry and chocolate! I immediately thought pie. I … Continue reading

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Crab Stack with Mango & Avocado

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I have been wanting crab for a few days and I finally satisfied my craving with this delicious and refreshing dish. It only takes about 20 minutes to prepare, with no actual cooking going on. As with most of my … Continue reading

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Candy Easter Eggs!

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Every year around Easter time my step-mom used to make candy Easter eggs. She would make different flavors, such as; vanilla, walnut, coconut, peanut butter, and chocolate. I love all the flavors. I especially like using black walnuts for the … Continue reading

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Potato Pancakes – Austrian style!

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The other day when I posted the Palacinky recipe, my mother (Jo) was very touched and happy. Not only was I sharing a recipe of her mothers (Helen – my Grandmother), but I was also bringing back some of her … Continue reading

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Homemade Tomato Soup – in just 20 minutes!!

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Bought some gorgeous tomatoes at the Farmers Market and immediately knew I was going to make soup with them. I also had one Heirloom tomato who was past its prime, but knew it would be a fine flavor addition to … Continue reading

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Do you like “Peeps”? Here’s my homemade version of “Bunnies” with fresh Vanilla Bean Marshmallows. Yum!

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These are the BEST marshmallows I’ve ever had… if I must say so myself! I had to stop myself from eating them. They are so light and fluffy. I have wanted to make marshmallows for a long time. But the … Continue reading

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Palacinkys

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These pancakes are a childhood favorite of mine. I remember my grandmother making these for me when I was a child. It was always such a treat! They are like crepes, but always seem to taste so much better. I … Continue reading

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Meatloaf – a definite comfort food in this house!

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I love meatloaf. I especially love it as leftovers for sandwiches, so I always make extra. I never follow a recipe for making meatloaf.  That’s the great thing about it; if you don’t have something on the ingredient list, just … Continue reading

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Pasta ~ It’s what’s for breakfast!

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  When we were in Hawaii last year I noticed that they served rice with most dishes, even breakfast!  I’ve always been a lover of rice, especially with a little butter and Parmesan, but used to think of rice as … Continue reading

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