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Steak Juice

April 17, 2011

When Michael was 4 years old, he looked closely at the Thanksgiving turkey I was preparing. He asked what it was. I told him. He looked even more closely, and said, “I’m not going to eat that. Ever. Again.” And he didn’t. For three years. He quickly got over it when we sliced some up [...]

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White Trash Margaritas… A Recipe

March 21, 2011

A few years ago when we moved into our new house, we met many, many amazing neighbors. One of these neighbors came over with a mini keg – yes, keg – full of margaritas. I loved her before I even tasted them because margaritas are my very favorite. Today, for the first official full day [...]

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Yum… Mud Pie!

February 19, 2011

“Mom, can you make mud pie?” I hear that a lot. Last weekend, before Valentine’s Day, I even bought the stuff to make mud pie for my boys… I just didn’t get around to it. But today. Today I made it. And I have a feeling that I’m going to have three happy boys in [...]

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See it. Believe it.

October 9, 2010

Today at the grocery store, Jack asked for brussel sprouts. Jack: “Mom, can we pleeeeease get these? The little lettuces?” Me: “The brussel sprouts?” Jack: “Yes! Brussel sprouts! I loooove them!” Me: *bowing at the awe-struck produce department patrons* “Of course!” Wash brussel sprouts, cut them in half. Lightly coat with olive oil, salt, and [...]

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Butternut Squash French Fries {a recipe}

September 27, 2010

Yum. Can I say it one more time? Yum. Here’s what you’ll need: A butternut squash photo credit: Jack Olive oil Kosher salt (or regular salt, if you insist) Fresh ground pepper (Ok, ok, regular pepper will do, as well. But it’s not as pretty.) 1. Ask your husband to help you cut the squash, [...]

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