Zucchini & Bacon Three Cheese Lasagna

July 19, 2010

This delicious, cheesy, ooey gooey lasagna is so yummy! It may sound weird, but with fresh, summery zucchini, plenty of bacon, three types of cheese, and a little pinch of nutmeg, it’s just bursting with flavor. It’s fun to make and super impressive because you get to toss around phrases like “fontina cheese”, “freshly grated ...

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Baking with Picky Palate . . . The GIANT, Ultimate LA Cookie!

May 28, 2010

Salted Caramel Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies – The Ultimate LA Cookie Courtesy of Jenny Flake, Picky Palate 2 sticks softened butter 3/4 Cup granulated sugar 1 Cup packed light brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 1/2 Tablespoons pure vanilla 1/4 Cup burnt caramel sauce (you can use any caramel sauce here, like Smuckers) 3 3/4 ...

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Our Easter Brisket Dinner (Menu & Recipes)

April 13, 2010

AKA Sunday Brisket Dinner, since Easter was over a week ago… *blush* Because my parents were in town this weekend (and I had a couple new recipes I’ve been wanting to try!), and since we weren’t able to be with them last weekend on Easter, we decided to celebrate a week later with an Easter ...

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Blondies

February 12, 2010

Hi. My name is Amanda. And I am totally addicted to Blondies. Buttery and brown sugary, soft and chewy, rich and delicious- they’re squares of pure heaven. How can you go wrong with a combination like that? They’re super easy to make and you can totally customize them with your favorite drop-ins and add-ins. Blondies ...

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What To Do With Leftovers: Spicy Pulled Pork Nachos

February 8, 2010

If you’re like us, we love this spicy, seasoned, perfect pulled pork- and it’s great for any occasion: Christmas, birthdays, the SuperBowl, 4th of July, Tuesdays… But since it’s pretty much impossible to make a small amount of it, there’s always tons of leftovers. Which is okay! Normally I’ll half, even fourth recipes just to ...

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Cinnamon Nutmeg Waffles

February 1, 2010

Tall, fluffy, buttermilk waffles… I’m talking hot & fresh, and straight from the iron: These special harvest-spiced waffles made with cinnamon, brown sugar, and freshly grated nutmeg are perfect- my current obsession. The warm, rich aroma of the cinnamon & nutmeg coming from the waffles as they bake is complete and utter heaven.

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Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo

January 27, 2010

Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo is one of our absolute favorites around here. Just one beautiful bowl full is so rich and hearty- it’ll fill you right up and warm you straight down to the bone. It’s just a little bit spicy and a whollllllllllle lotta delicious. It’s perfect on a cold winter night… like tonight! :)

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Ultimate Baked Beans

June 27, 2009

These baked beans aren’t just any baked beans- they are manly baked beans. They’re meaty, mouth-watering, and topped with bacon. They’re perfect for parties, pot lucks and 4th of July. They also are an excellent accompaniment to this Perfect Pulled Pork.  Not only is this scrumptious side dish sure to please, it’s also quite convenient- ...

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Colorful Chicken Alfredo

June 22, 2009

This fresh, colorful pasta dish is *perfect* for summer. The sweet, crisp bell peppers add such a wonderful flavor to the chicken and creamy alfredo sauce. The color and taste really bring this dish to life! :) Pour over some funky farfalle pasta and top with a little fresh basil if you’ve got some- this ...

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Creamy Chicken & Dumplings

March 24, 2009

I loove chicken & dumplings. I really, really love chicken & dumplings. I especially love *this* chicken and dumplings. :D It is so hearty, so, so creamy, and sooooooooooooo full of flavor, you can’t even imagine. You just have to taste it. It’s a great way to use up leftover chicken, or use up some ...

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