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  • Corn Tomato Chowder

    I got this favorite recipe from my dear friend, Carol. She is an amazing cook and eating at her house is always a treat. This is a nice easy soup for a cool fall evening. Ingredients 3 Teaspoon olive oil 1 medium green pepper, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 1 Teaspoon 1 can diced tomatoes…

  • Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette

    As stated in an earlier post, I prefer homemade salad dressings over store bought dressings. Not only are they easy, but they are inexpensive, too. Here is one of my favorite recipes for a vinaigrette. It is not only good on a salad of fresh greens, but also on potato salad or a vegetable salad.…

  • Easy Oven Chow Mein

    This was an old favorite recipe of my family’s that I made a lot when the kids were young. It is easy and needs only a salad or vegetable to complete the meal. Directions 1 pound ground beef 1 cup chopped onion 2 cups chopped celery 1 cup uncooked rice 1/3 cup soy sauce pepper…

  • Chicken Enchilada Casserole

    This is truly an old family favorite recipe. I first had this dish in the 80’s at a friend’s house. It is so good and flavorful. Everytime I have served it for someone they have requested the recipe. It is easy and will not disappoint! Ingredients 1 chicken, baked and chopped (can use Chicken Breast…

  • Southwest Black Bean Dip

    This is a great recipe for dipping tortilla chips. It is a nice change from salsa. It’s super easy, too. It will surely become a favorite recipe to make for your next get-together. Ingredients 2 Tblsp lime juice 2 tsps olive oil 1/2 tsp Cumin 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/4…

  • Blue Cheese Spread Appetizer

    This is a really tasty cheese spread. It is the a great appetizer and is so easy to make. It has become one of my favorite recipes for entertaining ladies. Ingredients 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 2 ounces (1/2 cup) crumbled blue cheese, room temperature 1 to 3 tbsp toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped 1…

  • Halibut with Asian Cilantro Sauce

    I really love this sauce and this is my favorite recipe for a sauce for fish. It is excellent with halibut, but would be good on other types as fish as well. You can bake the halibut any way you like. I prefer to lightly season mine with salt, pepper and paprika and bake in…

  • Craisin Spinach Salad

    This is a really easy and tasty salad recipe. It is always a hit at potlucks. It will become one of your favorite recipes. INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp butter 3/4 cup almonds, blanched and slivered 1 lb spinach, rinsed and torn into bite size pieces 1 cup Craisins 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds 1 tbsp poppy…

  • Best Ever Lasagna

    I think I got this recipe off the web, but have no idea who originally posted it. It is excellent. Although it takes a little time to put together, your family and friends will love you for it! It is my favorite recipe for lasagna. Ingredients 1 lb sweet Italian sausage, cut into bite size…