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Turkey Bacon Club Burger

This recipe combines a few of my favorite things: bacon, burgers, and ranch. I am also a big fan of club sandwiches. This is a different take on all of these elements. I am going to say healthier than a classic burger with the same deliciousness. Begin with one pound of ground turkey in a […]…

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The Most Amazing Deer Chili

This is one of my favorite Venison Chili recipes. The flavors are hearty and full. The chili does not have a gamey taste. We process are own deer so bacon fat was added while grinding the meat. I believe you can taste just a hint of the bacon which adds to the flavor of chili. Between my husband […]…

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Roast Pork with Acorn Squash Puree for Sunday Dinner

This Roast Pork with Acorn Squash Puree came from Food and Wine. The puree is the star of this dish. It is hearty and full of flavor. Roasting the vegetables brings out the meatiness of the dish, and all of the vegetables blend together perfectly. Instead of using the center cut rack of pork, I […]…

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Moroccan Spiced Venison Gyros with Spicy Tzatziki

One meat I always have an abundance every fall and winter is venison. I am always looking for new, innovative venison dishes. I love gyros and Middle Eastern inspired dishes. I spent a summer in college studying in the Atlas Mountains of Northern Morocco, and dishes like couscous and schwarma were some of my favorites. This […]…

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Braised Short Ribs with Creamy Polenta….New Family Favorite!

My brother sells Cutco knives which by the way I highly recommend. This is another recipe he sent from the Cutco Kitchen. He may have sent it because he wanted me to make it when he came to visit. No worries, I will definitely make this again and again….and again. I loved this dish! The […]…

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Indulgent Dessert with a Decadent Chocolate Lava Cake

This chocolate lava cake is rich, indulgent dessert. Even though sweets are not my thing, I enjoyed making this dessert and enjoyed eating it. One reason being I had an excuse to go buy some new ramekins, woohoo! I bought some great Pioneer Woman ramekins at Walmart for under $2 a piece available in lovely warm colors. This […]…

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Thyme-Basted Pork Tenderloin with Mushrooms

I have mentioned before that I buy pork loin often because it is a versatile cut of meat that is affordable. I always look for new, creative ways to cook my pork tenderloin. This recipe was really fabulous. I cooked about a 2 lb. loin, and I went back for seconds and discovered an empty […]…

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Gruyere Mac & Cheese – Quest for the Perfect Mac & Cheese

Mac & Cheese is one of those childhood favorites. It seems like a dish that every Mom should know how to make from scratch. As I mentioned before someone had offered me as the go to person for recipes. I was asked about a good mac and cheese recipe. I was blank. I decided to […]…

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Quinoa with Roasted Butternut Squash

This is my next attempt at squash. I was inspired by all of the new fall squash recipes. This week, I decided to try butternut squash. Like the spaghetti squash, I was able to find a butternut squash for 99 cents at the grocery store. I obtained this recipe from Food Network. There is really nothing […]…

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Chorizo and Potato Tacos… A Nice Twist for Taco Tuesday!

I love Mexican food! I love Margaritas! I have made different types of dips, enchiladas, and tacos. I wanted to try something a little different, and I found this recipe for chorizo and potato tacos. This recipe is easy because it is very likely that you have everything in your pantry. The chorizo is made […]…

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Roasted Spaghetti Squash…..Simple, Easy, Healthy

Roasted spaghetti squash is simple, easy, and healthy. I will throw in one more, cheap. I bought a spaghetti squash at the grocery store this weekend for 99 cents. One medium squash made approximately 4 decent size servings. It is also very versatile. Do you want it as a meal or side dish? I had […]…

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Hot 2 Meat Italian Sandwich ….. Family Favorite!

This sandwich recipe is one of my husband’s favorites. I made it a while just experimenting. There is really nothing that crazy and unique about this recipe but it is definitely worth talking about. By my husband’s request, I made it again. I love a hot sandwich especially in the fall and winter. The first […]…

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Grilled Sirloin with Pepper Salsa & Parmesan Fries

I love cooking steak. A good quality beef and the right cut are one of the keys to making the perfect steak. There are a lot of different tricks and techniques, and I am still experimenting with different methods. My husband sure doesn’t mind my little project. Here are a few of my conclusions. Do not […]…

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