I mentioned last week that one way to get in your own kitchen more often and away from the takeout containers was to make extra meat or extra ingredients that can be repurposed later and used in different meals. Following my own advice, fish tacos were born! We had quite a bit … [Read more...] about Fish Tacos: Repurposed Leftovers or Not
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Potato Leek Soup for Surviving Winter
My appetite changes with the season. In the winter I appreciate things that warm you up and keep you warm. Like soup. In the summer, soup takes a back seat to pasta salads, potato salads, slaws, grilled meats and fresh fruit. A warm cup of soup on a winter day makes the … [Read more...] about Potato Leek Soup for Surviving Winter
Tilapia with a Basic White Sauce to Round Out the Week
As a family we try to eat a variety of food each week, straying from the meat and potatoes that Ole grew up on or the spaghetti with meat sauce that could be found on my childhood dinner table on a weekly basis. We strive to make our food life interesting, nutritious and … [Read more...] about Tilapia with a Basic White Sauce to Round Out the Week
Baked Beans, the Basics
Disclaimer by Shaina: Yep, I saw them over here on PW, and I even told Ole that she blogged his recipe that he was working on. However, you're still getting them, and heck, maybe it'll help you with some of the measurement amounts. The following is a post by Ole, who made baked … [Read more...] about Baked Beans, the Basics
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup and Basil Grilled Cheese
Some things are worth it. Be it time, distance or price, some things are just worth the effort. This entry covers all the bases. Get comfortable. I have a lot to say...as does Ole. While we were in California this year on a trip back to Martinelli, one of our favorite … [Read more...] about Creamy Tomato Basil Soup and Basil Grilled Cheese