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A week of great meals

Feb. 4, 2010 6:43 am

I had great success with my meal planning this week. I tried a few new recipes and used a few old favroites as well. Sometimes I struggle with coming up with meal ideas so I just thought I would share the recipes I used this week with anyone who might be interested. Thursday - Tortellini… MORE

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My attempt at a healthy lifestyle

Jan. 27, 2010 2:09 pm

Updated: Jan. 28, 2010 10:54 am

Hi all! I realized it has been forever since I last blogged, so I figured I better get going! It is now the end of January, and living in Minnesota, I cannot wait for spring! We have had a nasty winter here filled with cold temps and tons of snow. The frigid weather really makes me lazy, and… MORE

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Spring Cleaning

Apr. 6, 2009 8:38 pm

Updated: Jun. 25, 2009 9:24 am

I have a week off of work, so I decided to start my spring cleaning today. I figured I'd get the worst room out of the way first, which would be the kitchen. I organized all my cupboards and drawers, which was quite the task. My worst cupboard is the spice cupboard. It is always a disaster.… MORE

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Favorite Crockpot Recipe

Apr. 5, 2009 3:10 pm

Updated: Jun. 6, 2009 9:53 am

As I've said before, I love crockpot meals. They are so easy and convenient. Since I work night shifts, I love being able to come home in the morning, throw a meal together in the crockpot, let it simmer all day long, and then be able to eat when I wake up again. Plus, this allows me to sleep… MORE

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Foodie Survey #2

Apr. 5, 2009 10:08 am

Updated: Apr. 5, 2009 10:56 pm

Chefs you admire: Rachael Ray What cooking shows do you watch? 30 Minute Meals, Quick Fix Meals with Robin Miller, Top Chef Your must-have kitchen accessory is: A sharp knife What is your go-to ingredient? Garlic, onions, pepper-all kinds How many courses sh MORE

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Foodie Survey #1

Apr. 5, 2009 10:04 am

Updated: Apr. 6, 2009 8:33 am

FOODIE SURVEY 1. How do you like your eggs? Scrambled with salt, pepper, and shredded cheddar on top 2. How do you take your coffee/tea? Coffee - either black or with a splash of fat-free half and half Tea - green with a dollop of honey 3. Favorite breakfast food: I love br MORE

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Salad Ideas?

Apr. 4, 2009 9:47 pm

Updated: Apr. 6, 2009 6:00 am

Hey all! I feel like I'm in a rut when it comes to making salads. It seems like whenever we get together with family/friends for a meal or the holidays, I'm asked to bring a salad and I'm getting tired of the same old recipes. I have two stand-by recipes that I usually bring. One is a… MORE

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Hello!

Apr. 4, 2009 12:47 am

Updated: Apr. 5, 2009 8:10 am

Well, this is my first blog. I've never done this before, but thought it sounded kinda fun. Here's a little about myself . . . I'm married and live in Mankato, MN. My husband and I have a weimaraner that we treat like a human most of the time. It's pretty pathetic. I work as a registered nurse.… MORE

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I live in southern Minnesota and work as a registered nurse at our local hospital. I'm married and have a dog. I love cooking, baking, shopping, going fishing with my husband, playing games, watching TV, reading, and going to our family's cabin up north on the lake.

My favorite things to cook
Pasta, breads, appetizers/dips, breakfast, crockpot meals, mexican food, desserts

My favorite family cooking traditions
My mom never really cooked much when I was growing up. If she did it was something out of a box or some sort of frozen dinner. My grandma on the other hand always made everything from scratch, and I loved eating at her house. I guess that's why I try to make homemade food as much as possible. It just tastes so much better.