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Ten Best

Two nights ago, I decided to try a recipe in Better Homes and Gardens (BHG) for Chicken Marsala. Here and there, I get stuck in a rut when it comes to making dinner. I’ll find myself repeating recipes over and … Continue reading

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Comfort Food Wanted Here

I didn’t expect to cook dinner last night. Jude and I took a break from the norm and visited my dear friend Beth for lunch at her home, a trip that proved exhausting for the baby. Or, perhaps he was … Continue reading

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Thank You, Chicken Puttanesca

In recent weeks, it’s gotten harder to be more imaginative and energetic about dinner. Sure, I’m hungry when time rolls around to prepare a meal, but the warmer weather combined with my big belly and aching legs/feet haven’t been creating … Continue reading

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I Don’t Feel Like Making Dinner

Sometimes, I just don’t know what to make for dinner. During some weeks, I feel eager to try new recipes or to visit old favorites. I get all the necessary ingredients on my weekly Sunday/Monday shopping excursion, and I have … Continue reading

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A Love Affair with Pasta

After catching the last few moments of a cooking segment on the Today show a couple of weeks ago, I’ve had a craving for pasta and cherry tomato sauce. I made a half-hearted attempt to hunt down the very recipe … Continue reading

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Something New

I’ve never been a good eater, but pregnancy has really had a major impact on my appetite. In the first weeks, I was ravenous. It wasn’t even an option as to whether or not I should eat. I had to … Continue reading

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Say Cheese

“I can’t wait for you to tell your mom you made apple brie quesadillas and ate them!” We were standing in the kitchen, Mike before the sink, helping with dinner dishes and me clearing the remaining plates from the table. … Continue reading

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